On the evening of September 10, 2024, baseball enthusiasts will be treated to a pivotal AL Central matchup as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field at 7:40 PM, under mostly clear skies. The Guardians’ starting pitcher, Ben Lively, enters the game with a 4.067 ERA, while the White Sox will counter with Jonathan Cannon, who holds a 4.530 ERA.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Cleveland Guardians currently hold the second spot with an impressive 82-62 record, marking a .570 win percentage. They lead the division in wins with a 25-21 record against divisional opponents and have won six of their last ten games, currently riding a one-win streak. The Guardians have shown strength both at home (43-25) and on the road (39-37), with a stronger performance in night games (49 wins) compared to day games (33 wins). The team has scored 646 runs while allowing 574.

Conversely, the Chicago White Sox are languishing at the bottom of the division, placed 15th with a dismal 33-112 record and a .230 win percentage, including an 8-39 divisional record. Recent form has seen the White Sox struggle, winning just two of their last ten games, and they are currently on a one-game losing streak. Their home and road records also reflect challenges, standing at 18-55 and 15-57, respectively. They’ve accumulated 447 runs, compared to 751 runs allowed.

Turning to the betting odds: The point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Guardians, with an Over/Under of 8.5. The Away Team (Guardians) Money Line stands at -223, suggesting strong expectations for a Cleveland victory, while the Home Team (White Sox) Money Line is +186, indicating less confidence from oddsmakers in Chicago’s chances. Bettors looking at performance trends might lean towards backing the Guardians, particularly given their stable performance in both home and away settings.