The Cleveland Guardians take on the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The game will be held at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL. It starts at 7:05 PM and will be aired on FDSSU. The weather is expected to be very hot with a light breeze and few clouds. The Guardians have a record of 70-70, while the Rays stand at 71-70.
Guardians vs. Rays Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Cleveland Guardians +118. The Guardians recently won against the Rays with a score of 7-1. They have a decent road record and are on a winning streak, making them a good value pick.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-117). Both starting pitchers have ERAs near 5.00, but recent games between these teams have been low-scoring, suggesting a lower total.
Team Trends
- The Cleveland Guardians have a road record of 35-37 this season.
- The Tampa Bay Rays hold a home record of 38-34 this season.
- The Guardians won their last game against the Rays, 7-1, on September 5, 2025.
- The Rays’ last home game win was against the Guardians, 4-2, on September 4, 2025.
- The game will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field, an outdoor field in Tampa, FL.
Guardians vs Rays Preview
The Cleveland Guardians and the Tampa Bay Rays meet for an exciting game on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Both teams have similar records, with the Guardians at 70-70 and the Rays at 71-70. The game takes place at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL, under hot weather with a light breeze. Both teams are in the middle of their division standings, making this game important for their playoff hopes.
Tanner Bibee will start on the mound for the Guardians, bringing a 4.77 ERA and a 9-11 record. The Rays will counter with Shane Baz, who has a 4.98 ERA and also holds a 9-11 record. Each team aims to gain an edge in the standings with a win. The game will be broadcasted on FDSSU, starting at 7:05 PM. Fans can expect a competitive matchup between these closely ranked teams.
Tampa Bay Rays: A Closer Look
The Tampa Bay Rays have some strong hitters this season. Junior Caminero leads the team with 41 home runs and 103 RBIs. Yandy Díaz follows with a batting average of .293 and 22 home runs. Brandon Lowe and Jonathan Aranda add depth to the lineup. Lowe has hit 28 home runs and has 74 RBIs. Aranda holds a .316 batting average, contributing 12 home runs and 54 RBIs. The Rays’ team batting average stands at .252, ranking them 6th in the league. They have hit 158 home runs, placing them 14th. On the pitching side, Shane Baz will start with a 4.98 ERA and a 9-11 record.
Cleveland Guardians: A Deep Dive
The Cleveland Guardians have José Ramírez leading the charge. He plays third base and has a batting average of .283. Ramírez has hit 27 home runs and has 73 RBIs this season. Kyle Manzardo is another key player for the Guardians. As a first baseman, he has a batting average of .235. Manzardo has hit 25 home runs and has 63 RBIs in 121 games. The Guardians’ team batting average is .224, which ranks them 20th in the league. They have hit 146 home runs, placing them 18th. Tanner Bibee will start on the mound with an ERA of 4.77.
Final Betting Pick
The Cleveland Guardians are a solid pick for the money line at +118. They recently won against the Rays with a score of 7-1, showing strong performance on the road. Their road record of 35-37 indicates they can compete away from home, and their current winning streak adds confidence to this choice.
For the over/under prediction, under 8.5 is a reasonable pick. Both starting pitchers, Tanner Bibee and Shane Baz, have ERAs near 5.00. However, recent games between these teams have been low-scoring. This trend suggests that the total score might stay under 8.5, despite the pitchers’ higher ERAs.
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Last updated:September 6, 2025 Guardians, Rays