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Cleveland Guardians
7/21/25 18:40
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Prediction:

 

Baltimore Orioles win both halves

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 by Erik Gibbs | in MLB Picks

The Baltimore Orioles and Cleveland Guardians open a four-game series tonight at Progressive Field, with both clubs seeking momentum as they navigate the second half of the MLB season. Baltimore enters the contest with a 44-54 record, having dropped two of three games to the Tampa Bay Rays in their recent series.

The Orioles were finally able to halt a four-game skid with a win on Sunday. However, their struggles have left them 13.5 games behind the AL East leaders and firmly in last place in the division.

Cleveland, meanwhile, holds a 48-50 record and sits in the middle of the AL Central standings. While they’ve had difficulty defending their home turf with an underwhelming 22-24 home record, including eight losses in their last nine games at Progressive Field, they’ve recently turned a corner, winning eight of their last ten games overall. That hot streak has kept them within striking distance in the division, where the race remains relatively tight compared to the rest of the league.

Cleveland Guardians vs Baltimore Orioles Form

Table

Teams Pts P W L
10 Cleveland Guardians
0.543 162 88 74
24 Baltimore Orioles
0.463 162 75 87

Cleveland Guardians and Baltimore Orioles Latest Matches

Cleveland Guardians
Cleveland Guardians Latest matches
L W W W L W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Jul 20, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
8 :  2
Athletics

Jul 19, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
2 :  8
Athletics

Jul 18, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
8 :  6
Athletics

Jul 13, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
5 :  6
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 12, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
2 :  6
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 11, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
5 :  4
Cleveland Guardians
L L L W L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

4/6 (67%)

Jul 20, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
8 :  2
Athletics

Jul 19, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
2 :  8
Athletics

Jul 18, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
8 :  6
Athletics

Jul 6, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
2 :  7
Detroit Tigers

Jul 5, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
0 :  1
Detroit Tigers

Jul 4, 2025 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
1 :  2
Detroit Tigers
W W W L W W
Victories

5/6 (83%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Jul 13, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
5 :  6
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 12, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
2 :  6
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 11, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
5 :  4
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 11, 2025 - MLB

Chicago White Sox
2 :  4
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 9, 2025 - MLB

Houston Astros
2 :  4
Cleveland Guardians

Jul 8, 2025 - MLB

Houston Astros
6 :  10
Cleveland Guardians
Baltimore Orioles
Baltimore Orioles Latest matches
W L L L L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

4/6 (67%)

Jul 20, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
3 :  5
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 19, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
4 :  3
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 18, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
11 :  1
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 13, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
1 :  11
Miami Marlins

Jul 12, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
0 :  6
Miami Marlins

Jul 11, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
5 :  2
Miami Marlins
L W W W L L
Victories

3/6 (50%)

Defeats

3/6 (50%)

Jul 13, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
1 :  11
Miami Marlins

Jul 12, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
0 :  6
Miami Marlins

Jul 11, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
5 :  2
Miami Marlins

Jul 10, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
7 :  3
New York Mets

Jul 10, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
3 :  1
New York Mets

Jul 8, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
6 :  7
New York Mets
W W W L L W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Jul 20, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
3 :  5
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 19, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
4 :  3
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 18, 2025 - MLB

Tampa Bay Rays
11 :  1
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 6, 2025 - MLB

Atlanta Braves
1 :  2
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 5, 2025 - MLB

Atlanta Braves
6 :  9
Baltimore Orioles

Jul 4, 2025 - MLB

Atlanta Braves
2 :  3
Baltimore Orioles

Cleveland Guardians against Baltimore Orioles : Head to Head (H2H)

Cleveland Guardians

33 %

Baltimore Orioles

67 %

Apr 17, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
6 :  2
Cleveland Guardians

Apr 16, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
9 :  1
Cleveland Guardians

Apr 15, 2025 - MLB

Baltimore Orioles
3 :  6
Cleveland Guardians

Aug 4, 2024 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
5 :  9
Baltimore Orioles

Aug 3, 2024 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
4 :  7
Baltimore Orioles

Aug 1, 2024 - MLB

Cleveland Guardians
10 :  3
Baltimore Orioles

Cleveland Guardians - Baltimore Orioles Key Points

  1. The Guardians are 1-5 in their last 6 games as home favorites after a home win
  2. The Orioles are 3-1 in their last 4 games as underdogs after playing the previous day
  3. The Orioles are 8-1 covering the run line in their last 9 games as underdogs vs. AL Central teams after a road win
  4. The Guardians are 1-7 covering the run line in their last 8 games vs. AL East teams after a home win

Our Cleveland Guardians vs Baltimore Orioles Prediction

The Orioles will send Tomoyuki Sugano to the mound. The Japanese right-hander has endured a rocky stretch, giving up 16 earned runs across his last three starts. Command and consistency have been issues for Sugano, who has struggled to adjust fully to major league hitters.

On the other side, the Guardians counter with Tanner Bibee. While Bibee has had flashes of solid form this season, he’s also surrendered at least four earned runs in three of his last five appearances, suggesting that this game could turn into an offensive showdown.

Despite Cleveland’s better overall record and recent form, their troubles at home may provide an opening for Baltimore to build some momentum. While the Orioles have also struggled on the road, going 22-29 away from Camden Yards, their offense has shown signs of life and could take advantage of Bibee's inconsistency. If Sugano can limit early damage and the O’s bullpen holds up, Baltimore may be in position to steal the series opener.

Given both pitchers’ recent performances, this game is likely to be high-scoring. While Cleveland is the hotter team on paper, the Orioles could surprise, especially if their offense gets going early. Don’t be shocked if Baltimore emerges with a win to kick off this important AL clash. Our prediction for Cleveland Guardians vs. Baltimore Orioles: Orioles to win.

Prediction:

 

Baltimore Orioles win both halves

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