The New York Mets host the Cleveland Guardians, kicking off a three-game interleague series. With both teams in playoff contention, this Guardians vs Mets MLB matchup features elite talent, strategic pitching, and strong betting angles.
Game Overview
| Category | Cleveland Guardians | New York Mets |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 56–55 (2nd in AL Central) | 63–49 (2nd in NL East) |
| Road/Home Split | 27–28 (Road) | 38–18 (Home) |
| Betting Odds | Guardians +150 | Mets -181 |
| Over/Under | 8.5 runs |
The Mets are favored due to their dominant home record and recent offensive surge, while the Guardians aim to stay in the AL Wild Card race.
Pitching Matchup
- Guardians Starter: Slade Cecconi
- Record: 5–4
- ERA: 3.77
- WHIP: 1.22
- Strikeouts: 63
- Last Start: 7 IP, 3 ER vs Rockies
- Mets Starter: Sean Manaea
- Record: 1–1
- ERA: 2.08
- WHIP: 0.86
- Strikeouts: 22
- Last Start: 5 IP, 1 ER vs Padres
Manaea has been sharp in limited action, while Cecconi offers durability and control. Expect a low-scoring duel early.
Key Players to Watch
New York Mets
- Pete Alonso: .260 AVG, 24 HR, 86 RBI – Top 15 in MLB for HR and RBI
- Juan Soto: .247 AVG, 25 HR, 63 RBI – Elite OBP and slugging, despite recent slump
- Francisco Lindor: .251 AVG, 21 HR, 21 doubles – Batting .263 over last 5 games
Cleveland Guardians
- José Ramírez: .302 AVG, 23 HR, 61 RBI – Batting .450 over last 5 games
- Steven Kwan: .281 AVG, 20 doubles, 9 HR – Consistent contact hitter
- Carlos Santana: 11 HR, 47 walks – Veteran presence with power potential
Recent Form & Trends
| Team | Last 10 Games | Batting Avg | ERA | Run Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mets | 5–5 | .234 | 4.59 | –2 |
| Guardians | 5–5 | .272 | 3.40 | +6 |
Cleveland’s offense has outperformed New York’s recently, but the Mets’ bullpen and home-field advantage remain key assets.
The Mets have won 84% of games when favored by -181 or more, making them a strong pick at home.
How to Watch
- TV Broadcast: SNY (New York), Bally Sports Great Lakes (Cleveland)
- Streaming: MLB.TV, Fubo, FOX Sports App
Final Thoughts
This Guardians vs Mets MLB game is a compelling clash between two playoff hopefuls. With Sean Manaea’s sharp form and Pete Alonso’s power, the Mets are poised to take Game 1 at Citi Field. Cleveland’s offense, led by José Ramírez, could keep it close, but New York’s home dominance tips the scales.
Game Odds
Cleveland Guardians 8
New York Mets – 187
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Sunday, August 3, 2025
