Cleveland Guardians vs New York Mets MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 6, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 6, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Cleveland Guardians vs New York Mets – 8/5/25

The Cleveland Guardians took on the New York Mets at Citi Field on August 5, 2025. The Guardians won the game 3-2. This victory brings their record to 57-55, placing them 2nd in the AL Central.

Matt Festa earned the win for the Guardians, improving his record to 2-2. Steven Kwan was key with 2 hits and 1 RBI. The loss brought the Mets’ record to 63-50, holding their position at 2nd in the NL East.

The Mets started strong with a run in the first inning. They added another run in the second, giving them a 2-0 lead. However, the Guardians responded in the fourth inning with two runs, tying the game at 2-2. In the seventh inning, the Guardians scored again, taking a 3-2 lead. The Mets could not catch up, and the game ended with the Guardians winning. This victory improved the Guardians’ record to 57-55, while the Mets’ record fell to 63-50.

Steven Kwan stood out for the Guardians with a solid performance at the plate. He collected two hits in four at-bats and drove in one run. Kwan’s contribution was key in helping the Guardians secure the win over the Mets.

On the mound, Matt Festa earned the win for the Guardians. He pitched one inning, allowing no hits and striking out two batters. Festa’s effective performance helped maintain the lead for his team.

For the Mets, Pete Alonso was a key player despite the loss. He managed one hit and one RBI in three at-bats. Tyler Rogers, however, took the loss for the Mets after allowing one run on three hits in his inning of work.

What’s Next

The Guardians’ win over the Mets improves their record to 57-55. This places them 2nd in the Central Division. They are gaining ground on the division leader. Every game counts as they aim to close the gap in the standings. The Mets, with a record of 63-50, remain 2nd in the East Division. They are also in a tough race for the top spot. This loss does not help their chances, but they still have time to improve. Both teams are pushing for better positions as the season progresses.

The Cleveland Guardians will continue their series against the New York Mets on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Citi Field. The game is scheduled to start at 1:10 PM. After this game, the Guardians will travel to face the Chicago White Sox on Friday, August 8, 2025.

The New York Mets will also continue their series against the Cleveland Guardians on the same day and time, August 6, 2025, at Citi Field. Following this game, the Mets will head to Milwaukee to play the Brewers on Friday, August 8, 2025. The game is set to begin at 8:10 PM at American Family Field.

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