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The Cleveland Guardians’ struggles continued in the first game of this series as they lost yet again and were only able to muster one run. The Guardians have now lost eight of their last ten ball games and are spiraling away from the top of the AL Central.

However, they have a solid chance of getting back on track tonight as they’ll send Tanner Bibee to the hill. Although, Bibee will have to contend with a dangerous Blue Jays lineup.

Toronto has remained firmly in the playoff picture for the duration of the season, and their lineup is a big reason why. They currently hold the sixth-highest batting average in the majors, and while not having Bo Bichette is a significant loss, what’s allowed the Blue Jays to stay afloat is the significant contributions they’ve gotten from others.

We all know how dangerous Vladamir Guerreo Jr. and Matt Chapman are, be aware of veterans like Brandon Belt and George Springer. Also, one guy that can’t be overlooked is Davis Schneider, who has done nothing but punish the baseball since his arrival this past weekend.

Plus, data suggests that Tanner Bibee is due for a bit of regression as his xERA is 3.62 and his FIP is 3.87. If he experiences any of that regression tonight, it could result in a crooked number on the scoreboard against this Toronto lineup.

We go from one lineup that is very dangerous to one that has proven not to be. The Guardians have the third worst xwOBACON in the majors and are last in barrel rate, hard-hit rate, and average exit velocity.

However, the Guardians also have the fourth-highest xBA in the majors, as they are the toughest team to strike out in the American League. They may not have much pop, but their ability to put the ball in play is elite, and it may pay off tonight against Yusei Kikuchi.

At the surface, Yusei Kikcuhi has been decent for Toronto, as he sports a 3.67 ERA through 22 starts. However, a closer look reveals he’s due for significant regression.

Kikuchi sits in the 14th percentile in average exit velocity and the 23rd percentile in hard-hit rate allowed. He has not fooled many hitters this season with pitches over the plate, and his only saving grace has been strikeouts.

Though we know the Guardians don’t strike out much, and they are a bad matchup for Kikuchi, who is prone to traffic on the bases. Expect the Guardians to cash in early tonight.

Pick: Over 8 -110

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