Cleveland Guardians vs. Philadelphia Phillies: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 27, 2024

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Jul 27, 2024 6:12 AM
The Cleveland Guardians, leading the series 1-0, head to Citizens Bank Park to take on the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 6:05 PM. The Phillies, sporting an impressive 37-17 home record, will look to even the series against the Guardians, who have a respectable 29-26 road record. This matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two strong teams vying for victory.
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Guardians vs Phillies starting pitchers

  • Tyler Phillips for Philadelphia Phillies
  • Carlos Carrasco for Cleveland Guardians

Guardians vs Phillies statistics

Stat Guardians Phillies
Hits 819 (Tied-20th) 899 (Tied-5th)
Batting Average .241 (16th) .256 (4th)
Runs Batted In 444 (13th) 480 (6th)
Runs 474 (13th) 501 (6th)
Home Runs 112 (Tied-15th) 125 (6th)
Walks 304 (18th) 353 (5th)
Stolen Bases 86 (8th) 104 (5th)
Strikeouts 762 (26th) 861 (18th)
Pitches 14590 (26th) 15148 (15th)

Philadelphia Phillies recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/26/24 vs Cleveland Guardians L 3-1
7/24/24 @ Minnesota Twins L 5-4
7/23/24 @ Minnesota Twins W 3-0
7/22/24 @ Minnesota Twins L 7-2
7/21/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 6-0

Cleveland Guardians recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/26/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies W 3-1
7/25/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 3-0
7/24/24 vs Detroit Tigers W 2-1
7/23/24 vs Detroit Tigers W 5-4
7/22/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 8-2

Guardians vs Phillies predictions

As the Cleveland Guardians square off against the Philadelphia Phillies, all eyes will be on some key players. Carlos Carrasco, often a pivotal figure on the mound, might have a tough outing if his season's tendencies hold true. With an ERA of 5.32, he'll need to tighten up his game to keep Philly's hitters at bay. Meanwhile, Jose Ramirez, who's having quite a season with 24 homers and 82 RBIs, is always one to watch. Given his current form, I wouldn't be surprised to see him drive in a couple of crucial runs. Steven Kwan is also expected to make an impact, continuing his batting success with a stellar average of .340 so far.

On the Phillies' side, Bryce Harper is someone who can change the game's momentum in a heartbeat. His power at the plate is undeniable, sitting on 23 homers this season. Given his clutch hitting, he's likely to be a key factor in today's game. Another player to watch is Alec Bohm, whose consistent batting (.296 average) and ability to drive in runs (71 RBIs) have been vital for Philadelphia. Tyler Phillips stepping up as the starting pitcher with an impressive ERA of 2.81 this season suggests he might just hold the Guardians' batters in check, which should keep things interesting.

Considering the current form and matchups, today's game leans slightly in favor of the Philadelphia Phillies. Their potent mix of solid pitching and explosive batting might just be too much for the Guardians to handle, especially with Phillips looking strong on the mound. However, baseball always has room for surprises, and it wouldn't be a shock if the Guardians pull off an upset with some timely hits. All in all, I'm pegging the Phillies to come out on top in what promises to be an exciting clash.

Philadelphia Phillies injuries

  • Christian McGowan (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Nick Snyder (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Taijuan Walker (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Dylan Covey (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Spencer Turnbull (RP): 15-Day-IL

Cleveland Guardians injuries

  • Nic Enright (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Sam Hentges (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Micah Pries (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Matthew Boyd (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • James Karinchak (RP): 60-Day-IL

Guardians vs Phillies game info

Venue Citizens Bank Park
Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
First pitch Sat 6:05 PM
TV Bally Sports GL
Temperature 84°
Chance of Rain 0%

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