Reds Sweep Guardians in Interleague Series at Progressive Field

The Cleveland Guardians are hosting the Cincinnati Reds in a series at Progressive Field, continuing a challenging matchup as Cleveland has yet to secure a win against Cincinnati this season. The Reds won the opener 7-4 on Monday, with strong pitching from Andrew Abbott, who boasts a 2.18 ERA and has allowed two or fewer earned runs in seven of his last eight starts, giving Cincinnati a clear pitching advantage over Cleveland's Slade Cecconi. Despite professional bettors favoring Cleveland due to their strong home record and the return of Lane Thomas from injury, Abbott's road dominance and Cleveland's recent offensive struggles suggest value in betting on the Reds. The Guardians are also facing setbacks with key players Andrew Walters and Will Brennan out for the rest of the season due to surgery, impacting their bullpen and outfield depth. This series holds additional significance as it marks Reds manager Terry Francona's first return to Cleveland since retiring from managing the Guardians after a successful 11-year tenure. Fans can follow the games via local TV channels and streaming services.