The Cleveland Guardians open a quick two-game interleague series against the San Diego Padres Tuesday in San Diego.
The first pitch from Petco Park is scheduled for 9:40 P.M. EDT on Tuesday, August 23. We will review the Guardians vs. Padres Betting Stats to find the best bet for our free MLB picks on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.
Cleveland Guardians vs. San Diego Padres Stats
Guardians Stats
The Cleveland Guardians enter Tuesday’s MLB schedule ranked first in the American League Central division with a record of 64-56 (a .533 winning percentage).
In their last ten games, the Guardians have gone 6-4, maintaining the Guardians’ lead at the top the MLB standings.
MLB Standings
Over their last ten games, the Guardians have averaged 4.5 runs per game, bringing their season average to 4.34 runs per game.
Cleveland’s opposition has averaged 2.7 runs per game against the Guardians in 2022, bringing Cleveland’s season average to 4.09 runs per game.
Who Is Starting for the Guardians?
The Cleveland Guardians have right-handed pitcher Aaron Civale scheduled to start Tuesday’s series opener against the Padres.
In 2022, Civale has a record of 2-5 in fourteen appearances, pitching to a 5.63 ERA and a 1.34 WHIP.
Padres Stats
The San Diego Padres enter the series against the Guardians having to play their remaining MLB matchups as if their postseason lives depend on it.
The Padres have a record of 68-56 (.548 winning percentage), ranking San Diego second in the National League West division and with a 1.5-game lead for the final National League Wild Card position.
MLB Standings
Over their last ten games, the Padres have averaged 4.0 runs per game, bringing their season average down to 4.40 runs per game.
San Diego’s opposition has averaged 3.0 runs per game against the Padres in 2022, bringing San Diego’s season average to 3.99 runs per game.
Who Is Starting for the Padres?
The San Diego Padres have right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger scheduled to start Tuesday’s series opener against the Guardians.
In 2022, Clevinger had a record of 4-4 in fifteen appearances, pitching to a 3.63 ERA and a 1.21 WHIP.
The Padres have won 4 of Clevinger’s last five starts, including a 10-3 victory over the Miami Marlins, where Clevinger struggled, pitching 4.1 innings, giving up six hits, three runs, and four walks.
Guardians vs. Padres Matchup Betting Trends
The San Diego Padres are the MLB betting favorite on the moneyline, currently listed anywhere between -145 and -154. The Cleveland Guardians are the underdog on the moneyline, listed between +125 to +135.
San Diego was listed as a larger betting favorite, but recent Guardians vs. Padres Betting Stats have the odds shifting toward the Cleveland Guardians.
These shifting odds give bettors the opportunity for better moneyline odds on the favored San Diego Padres.
The total runs are listed at 7.5 or 8, depending on your sportsbook of choice. The over is listed at odds ranging between +100 and -120, while the under is listed between +100 and -120.
Recent Performances
There isn’t much in either San Diego or Cleveland’s recent performances to suggest the total runs in this game will surpass 7.5 or 8, despite both teams’ ability to break out offensively.
The total runs line has changed on some sportsbooks, bouncing between 7.5 and 8, with the odds changing alongside the total runs.
The point spread is set to 1.5, with the Guardians (+1.5) listed as the betting favorite with odds between -159 and -169.
The Padres (-1.5) are the betting underdog, listed with odds between +134 and +140. San Diego has won its last two games by one run, but recent Guardians vs. Padres betting stats suggest that this game’s winner will cover the spread.
Guardians vs. Padres Betting Picks and Predictions
After reviewing the Guardians vs. Padres betting stats for our free MLB picks, we’re picking the San Diego Padres to cover the point spread (+134 – +140).
We’re picking the Padres to win Tuesday’s game against the Guardians, so our MLB betting slip features a parlay of the San Diego Padres to win on the moneyline and cover the point spread.
MLB Pick: Padres -1.5 (+150)
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