Cleveland Guardians vs Washington Nationals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 6, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 6, 2025 ,

MLB Guardians vs Washington Nationals Prediction 5/6

On Tuesday, May 06, 2025, the Cleveland Guardians will take on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. The game is set for 6:35 PM under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting evening as these two teams meet on the field.

Guardians vs. Nationals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Guardians MoneyLine: -121. The Guardians have a better season record and a strong home performance. Their lineup includes hitters like Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo, who have been productive this season.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-106). Both starting pitchers have moderate ERAs, and the Guardians’ recent games have shown lower scoring, suggesting a total under 9 runs is likely.

Team Trends

  • The Cleveland Guardians have a strong division record of 10-3 this season.
  • The Washington Nationals are 6 games back in the NL East with a 16-19 record.
  • Cleveland Guardians’ recent win against the Toronto Blue Jays saw Gabriel Arias contribute 3 hits and 2 RBIs.
  • Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies with Luis García Jr. hitting a double and driving in a run.
  • Cleveland Guardians’ home record stands at 11-5 this season.

Guardians vs Nationals Preview

The Cleveland Guardians and Washington Nationals are set to meet at Nationals Park on Tuesday night. The Guardians will rely on Ben Lively as their starting pitcher. Lively has pitched in seven games this season, holding a 3.72 ERA over 36 1/3 innings. He has one win and two losses so far, and he aims to improve his record against the Nationals.

On the mound for the Nationals is Brad Lord. Lord has started five games this season with an ERA of 4.43 in 22 1/3 innings. He has one win and three losses. Both teams are eager to see how their pitchers perform under the lights at Nationals Park.

Washington Nationals: A Look at the Home Team

The Washington Nationals have some standout hitters this season. James Wood leads the team with a .273 batting average and nine home runs. Nathaniel Lowe follows with six home runs and 27 RBIs, topping the team in runs batted in. CJ Abrams contributes with a .284 batting average and four home runs. The Nationals’ team batting average is .240, placing them 15th in the league. They have a total of 36 home runs, ranking 12th overall. On the pitching side, Brad Lord has a record of 1-3 with a 4.43 ERA. The team’s ERA stands at 5.08, which ranks 26th in the league. They have allowed 35 home runs and have 13 quality starts.

Cleveland Guardians: A Look at the Visiting Team

The Cleveland Guardians have some strong hitters this season. Steven Kwan leads with a .333 batting average and has four home runs. Kyle Manzardo tops the team with eight home runs and 20 RBIs. José Ramírez has five home runs and is expected to play despite an ankle sprain. The Guardians’ team batting average is .232, which ranks 19th in the league. They have hit 38 home runs, placing them 10th overall. The team has 109 walks and 25 stolen bases, showing they can get on base and move around. Ben Lively will start as the pitcher for the Guardians. He has a 1-2 record with a 3.72 ERA in seven starts. Lively has pitched 36 1/3 innings with 25 strikeouts and 11 walks this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Guardians’ MoneyLine at -121 is a solid pick due to their strong home performance and better season record. With an 11-5 home record, they have shown they can win at home. Hitters like Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo contribute significantly to their offense, making them reliable choices for this game.

The under 9.0 runs prediction is supported by the recent low-scoring games of the Guardians. Both starting pitchers, Ben Lively and Brad Lord, have moderate ERAs, which suggests fewer runs. The Guardians’ games have recently been lower scoring, reinforcing the under bet as a good choice.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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