Looking for back-to-back victories, Logan Allen is starting for the Guardians on Wednesday afternoon. Allen’s success is based on keeping the ball in the yard. When Allen gives up the long ball the result usually ends in a loss.
Tyler Freeman got the game-winning hit on Tuesday night for the Guards and it came during a time when Freeman has been having a hard time at the plate. In the month of September, in 13 at-bats, Freeman got his second hit in September.
Emmanuel Clase is your current saves leader at 40 and the next closer reliever has 37.
Logan Allen has been entrusted with the starting role for the Guardians. So far this season, he’s maintained a respectable record at 7-7, accompanied by a 3.68 ERA and a 1.34 WHIP over 117.1 innings pitched. He’s also recorded 113 strikeouts while conceding 114 hits. Allen is determined to utilize his experience and command of the game to provide the Guardians with a competitive edge.
Despite a string of recent losses, including a 5-4 defeat against the Giants in their most recent game, the Guardians have witnessed outstanding performances from players like Jose Ramirez. Ramirez currently leads the team in both home runs and batting average, boasting an impressive .275 AVG and 22 home runs this season. The team is rallying around their star players in their quest for victory.
The Guardians have maintained a balanced approach to the game, averaging 4.02 runs per game and possessing a team ERA of 3.96. This demonstrates their well-rounded strategy, both offensively and defensively, although they do score fewer runs than all but three other teams in the league.
Kyle Harrison, a rising star with a 1-1 record and a 4.87 ERA across 20.1 innings pitched, has been chosen to take the mound for the Giants. Despite his relative inexperience, Harrison has demonstrated great potential by striking out 26 batters and maintaining a WHIP of 1.28. This game presents a significant opportunity for Harrison to showcase his skills and cement his role as a key player for the Giants in this series.
The Giants are entering the game on the back of an impressive winning streak, having secured victories in their last four outings, including a hard-fought 5-4 win against the Guardians in their most recent matchup. Wilmer Flores has been a standout performer for the team, boasting a .287 batting average and 22 home runs for the season. The Giants aim to extend their winning streak and strengthen their position in the series.
In terms of statistics, the Giants have been averaging 4.33 runs per game, slightly higher than the Guardians. However, their team ERA stands at 4.02, indicating room for improvement in their pitching. The team’s focus will be on maintaining their defensive stability while also enhancing their offensive production.
Although Allen has maintained his consistency as one of the Giants’ primary starters this season, he finds himself in a fierce battle alongside a desperate Giants team currently operating in must-win mode. The Giants have achieved a four-game winning streak leading up to Tuesday night’s matchup, and notably, they have emerged victorious in both of Harrison’s home starts this season, where he boasts an impressive 2.38 ERA and 16 strikeouts over 11.1 innings pitched. The Giants can rely on Harrison to carry them through the sixth inning before turning the game over to their bullpen, which should be more than capable of handling the Guardians, known for their light-hitting offense.
Cleveland, on the other hand, has struggled with a 3-7 record in their last ten games and appears to have conceded the AL Central Division race. Therefore, it’s reasonable to anticipate the Giants prevailing over the Guardians on Wednesday and securing the victory.
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