Reds vs Guardians starting pitchers
- Tanner Bibee for Cleveland Guardians
- Jakob Junis for Cincinnati Reds
Reds vs Guardians statistics
| Stat |
Reds |
Guardians |
| Hits |
1204 (26th) |
1233 (23rd) |
| Batting Average |
.233 (26th) |
.238 (20th) |
| Runs Batted In |
659 (14th) |
654 (Tied-15th) |
| Runs |
693 (14th) |
692 (15th) |
| Home Runs |
174 (Tied-15th) |
180 (12th) |
| Walks |
484 (10th) |
456 (Tied-20th) |
| Stolen Bases |
205 (2nd) |
147 (5th) |
| Strikeouts |
1429 (7th) |
1163 (27th) |
| Pitches |
22578 (19th) |
22216 (25th) |
Cleveland Guardians recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/22/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/21/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
6-5 |
| 9/20/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
5-1 |
| 9/19/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
3-2 F/10 |
| 9/18/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
5-4 F/10 |
Cincinnati Reds recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
2-0 |
| 9/21/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
7-1 |
| 9/20/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
8-3 |
| 9/19/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
L |
15-3 |
| 9/18/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
L |
7-1 |
Reds vs Guardians predictions
As the Cincinnati Reds gear up to face the Cleveland Guardians, it's interesting to ponder how certain key players might perform. Take Elly De La Cruz, for instance; his dynamic playing style could really ignite the Reds' lineup, especially given his knack for getting on base and turning plays into scoring opportunities. Another player to watch is Spencer Steer. With his impressive tally of RBIs, he could be crucial in driving home critical runs in this matchup. On the pitching side, Jakob Junis has been solid on the mound with an enviable ERA, suggesting he might keep the Guardians’ hitters in check for a good stretch.
Turning our gaze to the Cleveland Guardians, there are a few players likely to make an impact. Jose Ramirez, always a threat with the bat, might continue his streak of racking up RBIs and home runs, making him a central figure in the Guardians' offensive strategy. Additionally, Tanner Bibee’s pitching could be a game-changer. With a strong season under his belt, his ability to strike out opposing hitters could significantly stifle the Reds’ offensive efforts. It's also worth keeping an eye on young talents like Steven Kwan, who, despite battling back inflammation, has shown he can hit consistently when healthy.
Looking at the upcoming game, both teams have their strengths, but the overall momentum might favor the Cleveland Guardians. Their blend of solid pitching from Bibee and the consistent hitting prowess of Ramirez provides a balanced attack that might just overwhelm the Reds. However, baseball always has room for surprises, and the Reds have players like De La Cruz and Junis who could definitely make things interesting. It’s set to be a compelling match, but I'd tip the Guardians to edge this one out based on their recent form and home field advantage at Progressive Field.
Cleveland Guardians injuries
- James Karinchak (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Steven Kwan (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Alex Cobb (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Petey Halpin (CF): Day-To-Day
- Trevor Stephan (RP): 60-Day-IL
Cincinnati Reds injuries
- Ian Gibaut (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Nick Martini (RF): 60-Day-IL
- Austin Wynns (C): 60-Day-IL
- Sam Moll (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Christian Encarnacion-Strand (1B): 60-Day-IL
Reds vs Guardians game info
| Venue |
Progressive Field |
| Location |
Cleveland, Ohio |
| First pitch |
Tue 6:40 PM |
| Temperature |
75° |
| Chance of Rain |
49% |
