Pitcher Analysis:
- New York Yankees: Gerrit Cole will be starting for the Yankees. Cole has been performing consistently with a 3.00 ERA in the postseason, showing his ability to dominate with strikeouts and control in big games
- Cleveland Guardians: Cal Quantrill will be starting for the Guardians. Quantrill has a solid 3.38 ERA and is known for keeping hitters off balance, but he faces a tough challenge against the Yankees' offens
Team Form:
- Yankees: Despite a mixed postseason performance, they have a good record against Cleveland, winning 12 of their last 18 matchups and performing well on the road against them
- Guardians: Cleveland is coming into the game on a six-game winning streak and has been strong at home, winning their last five games
Key Stats and Trends
- The Yankees are 12-6 in their last 18 games against Cleveland, and Cole's dominance could help them maintain this trend.
- However, Cleveland has been excellent at home, going 5-0 in their last five home games. They also have a solid defense and bullpen, which could keep the game close
Betting Recommendations:
- Handicap: Betting on the Yankees with a -1.5 handicap is a strong option due to Gerrit Cole's postseason performance and the Yankees' favorable matchup history
- Over/Under: Considering both teams' pitching strength, the game is expected to be low-scoring. Therefore, betting on Under 6.5 runs would be a good choice