Venue: Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio
First Pitch: 6:10 p.m. ET / 3:10 p.m. PT
Weather Report — Cleveland, OH
- Temperature: 63–66°F at first pitch
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
- Wind: 7–10 mph blowing out to left-center
- Impact: Slight boost to right‑handed pull power; neutral for left‑handed hitters.
Injury Report
Los Angeles Angels
- Mike Trout — Out (back)
- Kris Bryant — Out (foot)
- Nolan Schanuel — Day‑to‑day (wrist; expected to be available)
- Reid Detmers — Out (shoulder)
- Luis Rengifo — Probable (hamstring tightness)
The Angels remain thin offensively without Trout and Bryant, placing heavy pressure on Taylor Ward and Logan O’Hoppe.
Cleveland Guardians
- Shane Bieber — Out for season (elbow)
- Steven Kwan — Out (hamstring)
- Bo Naylor — Day‑to‑day (ankle)
- Triston McKenzie — Probable (forearm fatigue; expected to pitch)
Cleveland’s lineup is still adjusting without Kwan, but José Ramírez and Josh Naylor have carried the offense.
Team Records & Context
- Angels: 16–25 (5th in AL West)
- Guardians: 21–21 (3rd in AL Central)
- Season Series: First meeting of 2026
- Recent Meeting (2025): Cleveland won season series 4–2
The Angels are trying to stop a slide and avoid falling further behind in the AL West. Cleveland is hovering around .500 and looking to build momentum at home.
Recent Team Form
Los Angeles Angels
- Last 10: 3–7
- Runs per game: 3.9
- Runs allowed per game: 5.1
- Trend: Pitching inconsistencies and lack of power without Trout have hurt. Angels have lost 4 of their last 5 road games.
Cleveland Guardians
- Last 10: 5–5
- Runs per game: 4.6
- Runs allowed per game: 4.4
- Trend: Cleveland has been streaky but competitive. Their bullpen has been strong, and the offense has been timely despite missing Kwan.
Probable Pitching Matchup
Angels — LHP Patrick Sandoval (1–4, 4.92 ERA)
- WHIP: 1.41
- K/BB: 42/18
- Last start: 5.0 IP, 3 ER vs. TOR
- Scouting: Sandoval’s changeup remains elite, but command lapses have led to big innings. Cleveland’s left‑handed bats (Naylor, Ramírez as a switch‑hitter) match up well.
Guardians — RHP Triston McKenzie (2–2, 3.88 ERA)
- WHIP: 1.27
- K/BB: 36/14
- Last start: 6.1 IP, 2 ER vs. KC
- Scouting: McKenzie’s fastball‑curveball combo has been sharp. Angels’ right‑handed hitters have struggled against high‑spin breaking balls.
Pitching Edge: Cleveland
Key Player Matchups
1. José Ramírez (CLE) vs. Patrick Sandoval (LAA)
- Ramírez is 6-for-17 lifetime vs. Sandoval with 2 extra‑base hits.
- Sandoval struggles vs. switch‑hitters who can handle the changeup.
2. Taylor Ward (LAA) vs. Triston McKenzie (CLE)
Ward has been the Angels’ most consistent hitter and owns a .298 average vs. right‑handed pitching this season.
3. Logan O’Hoppe (LAA) vs. Cleveland’s running game
Cleveland is top‑5 in MLB in stolen bases. O’Hoppe’s arm will be tested.
4. Josh Naylor (CLE) vs. Angels bullpen
Naylor has 4 HR in his last 7 games and thrives against late‑inning right‑handers.
Series History
- Guardians lead last 10 meetings: 6–4
- At Progressive Field: Cleveland has won 5 of last 7
- Trend: Guardians’ pitching has historically controlled Angels’ offense in this ballpark.
Betting Trends
Los Angeles Angels
- 2–6 in last 8 road games
- Unders in 4 of last 6
- 1–5 in last 6 vs. Cleveland
Cleveland Guardians
- 4–1 in last 5 home games
- Overs in 5 of last 7
- 6–2 in last 8 as home favorite
Matchup Trends
- Home team has won 7 of last 10
- Angels have scored 3 runs or fewer in 6 of last 8 vs. CLE
GAME ODDS
Los Angeles Angels 7.5
Cleveland Guardians – 175
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, May 10, 2026
