Game Details
- Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Time: 6:10 PM ET
- Venue: Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Bally Sports Great Lakes
The Philadelphia Phillies (22-16) take on the Cleveland Guardians (23-15) in the second game of a three-game series at Progressive Field. The Guardians enter the matchup on a four-game home winning streak, while the Phillies look to bounce back after dropping the series opener 6-0.
Team Form & Key Storylines
Guardians’ Home Dominance
Cleveland has been exceptional at home, boasting a 12-5 record at Progressive Field. Their offense has been consistent, ranking seventh in the AL with 45 home runs. The Guardians have won eight of their last ten games, outscoring opponents by 20 runs in that span.
Phillies’ Road Struggles
Philadelphia has been inconsistent on the road, holding a 9-10 away record. Despite their struggles, Phillies hitters rank sixth in MLB with a .257 batting average and have won five straight road games before their loss to Cleveland.
Head-to-Head History
This is the second meeting of the season between these teams. The Guardians won the series opener, but Philadelphia has historically performed well against Cleveland, winning two of three games last season.
Key Matchups to Watch
Kyle Schwarber vs. Guardians Pitching
Schwarber has been Philadelphia’s top slugger, recording five home runs in his last ten games. His ability to drive in runs will be crucial for the Phillies.
Steven Kwan vs. Phillies Pitching
Kwan has been one of Cleveland’s most consistent hitters, batting .333 (fourth-best in MLB). His ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities will be key for the Guardians.
Starting Pitchers: Ranger Suárez vs. Tanner Bibee
- Phillies:Ranger Suárez (0-0, 17.18 ERA, 6 strikeouts in 3.2 innings)
- Suárez struggled in his first start, allowing seven earned runs against Arizona.
- Guardians: Tanner Bibee (3-2, 4.26 ERA, 38 strikeouts in 38 innings)
- Bibee has been solid, allowing two runs or fewer in each of his last three starts.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Phillies – 128
Cleveland Guardians 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 9, 2025
