Away Team
Record 66-58
Last 5 4-1 last five
ATS 69-55 ATS
Road 29-32 road
Standings
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Start Time 1:41 PM EST
Date August 16, 2026
Venue Progressive Field
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Season Series Season series tied 1-1.

San Diego enters the rubber match off a one-hit loss, but remains a slight favorite behind Casey Mize against Tanner Bibee. The total has climbed from 8 to 8.5, sharpening the market tension in a series tied 1-1.

Home Team
Record 60-64
Last 5 2-3 last five
ATS 62-62 ATS
Home 29-32 home
Analysis Updated: 2:27 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 2:27 AM ET
Odds Updated: 5:05 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
CLE +1.5
Open: CLE +1.5
Market Steady

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Moneyline
CLE +101
Open: CLE -106
Dog Taking Support

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Total
8.5
Open: 8
Total Rising

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Best Home Spread
FanDuel | CLE +1.5
Best Home Moneyline
DraftKings | CLE +101
Best Over Line
BetRivers | 8
Best Away Spread
FanDuel | SD -1.5
Best Away Moneyline
FanDuel | SD -108
Best Under Line
FanDuel | 8.5
Updated 5:05 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -108
CLE +100
O 8.5
U 8.5
DraftKingsSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -108
CLE +101
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetMGMSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -115
CLE -105
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetRiversSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -109
CLE -108
O 8
U 8
FanaticsSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -115
CLE -105
O 8.5
U 8.5
BovadaSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -115
CLE -105
O 8
U 8
BetOnline.agSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -110
CLE +100
O 8
U 8
LowVig.agSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -110
CLE +100
O 8
U 8
MyBookie.agSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -112
CLE -105
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetUSSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -110
CLE +100
O 8
U 8
CaesarsSD -1.5
CLE +1.5
SD -111
CLE +101
O 8
U 8

Injury Report

San Diego remains without multiple pitchers, including Joe Musgrove, Nick Pivetta, Jason Adam, and Lucas Giolito, keeping pressure on a staff that has leaned on bullpen depth. Cleveland has Slade Cecconi on the injured list with arm fatigue and Shawn Armstrong on the 60-day IL, while reliever Colin Holderman exited Saturday with right wrist inflammation and was labeled day to day.

Key Players

San Diego
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Tatis is 1-for-2 with a homer in limited career at-bats against Bibee.
Cleveland
Jose Ramirez
Ramirez is 6-for-13 with two homers and five RBI in career at-bats against Mize.

Key Matchup Edge

San Diego's clearest edge is the starting-pitcher profile: Mize brings a 3.38 ERA against a Cleveland offense averaging about four runs per game, while Bibee is 4-12 with a 3.99 ERA. The counterweight is Jose Ramirez, whose strong history against Mize gives Cleveland a dangerous middle-order matchup.

3 Things to Watch

  • Mize versus Ramirez in leverage spots
  • Bibee's command against San Diego power
  • Cleveland bullpen health after Holderman exit

Betting Breakdown

The series finale sets up as a tighter game than Saturday's 6-1 Cleveland win might suggest. San Diego still owns the better recent body of work, going 7-3 over its last 10, but its offense was reduced to one hit Saturday and now faces Tanner Bibee, whose season ERA sits at 3.99 despite a 4-12 record. Casey Mize gives the Padres a steadier run-prevention profile at 3.38, yet Cleveland has one premium matchup inside the matchup: Jose Ramirez is 6-for-13 with two homers and five RBI against him. Market pricing also points to a near coin flip. San Diego opened around -113 and has drifted toward -108, while the total climbed from 8 to 8.5. That combination suggests modest resistance to the Padres and slightly more confidence in scoring than the opener implied. San Diego's season-long ATS mark is stronger, but Cleveland's 6-1 response Saturday and home-field setting keep the dog live. Early command from Mize and Bibee should determine whether the total move proves justified.

San Diego Betting Outlook

San Diego enters at 66-58 after Saturday's loss snapped a six-game winning streak, leaving the Padres 4-1 across their last five and 29-32 on the road. The offense averages roughly 4.3 runs per game, but the one-hit showing Saturday is a reminder that this lineup can stall when it does not control the strike zone. Mize's 3.38 ERA gives San Diego a credible rebound foundation, while Fernando Tatis Jr. has already homered against Bibee in limited career exposure. The concern is pitching depth: Musgrove, Pivetta, Adam, and Giolito remain unavailable, so clean innings from Mize would protect a bullpen that has carried significant responsibility.

Cleveland Betting Outlook

Cleveland improved to 60-64 with Saturday's 6-1 win and is 29-32 at Progressive Field, but the Guardians are still only 2-3 over their last five and 3-7 over their last 10. Bibee owns a respectable 3.99 ERA despite a 4-12 record, making run support and early efficiency central to Cleveland's betting case. Jose Ramirez is the lineup's most important matchup piece because he is 6-for-13 with two homers and five RBI against Mize. Cleveland also must monitor its bullpen after Colin Holderman exited Saturday with wrist inflammation. The Guardians are 62-62 ATS, so the home underdog angle is playable only if Bibee avoids early traffic.

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San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians FAQ

What is the current spread for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The current home spread is CLE +1.5, while the away spread is SD -1.5.

How far has the spread moved for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The spread opened at CLE +1.5 and is now CLE +1.5.

What is the current moneyline for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The current moneyline is SD -108 / CLE +101.

How far has the moneyline moved for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The moneyline opened at SD -114 / CLE -106 and is now SD -108 / CLE +101.

What is the current total for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The current total is 8.5.

How far has the total moved for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

The total opened at 8 and is now 8.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

Current market signal: Market Steady.

Is the market taking the favorite in San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.

Is the total dropping for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

Current totals signal: Total Rising.

Is the total rising for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

Current totals signal: Total Rising.

Where to watch San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

You can watch this game on Guardians.TV. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.

Where to stream San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

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What is the best free prop bet for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

Nathaniel Lowe Over 0.5 Total Bases

What is the biggest matchup edge for San Diego Padres vs Cleveland Guardians?

San Diego's clearest edge is the starting-pitcher profile: Mize brings a 3.38 ERA against a Cleveland offense averaging about four runs per game, while Bibee is 4-12 with a 3.99 ERA. The counterweight is Jose Ramirez, whose strong history against Mize gives Cleveland a dangerous middle-order matchup.

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LEAN %WIN UNITS RESULT
BOS@PIT BOS -115 55.1% 5 WIN
SD@CLE GAVIN WILLIAMS OVER 4.5 STRIKEOUTS 54.5% 4 WIN
ARI@ATL UNDER 8 55.0% 5 WIN
SEA@HOU HOU -122 54.8% 4 WIN
MIL@LAD TOMMY EDMAN UNDER 1.5 BASES 54.4% 4 WIN
CLE@DET CLE -115 55.9% 6 LOSS
CIN@CHW CHW -130 55.0% 3 LOSS
PIT@MIA PIT -110 54.9% 4 WIN
NYM@ATL FRANCISCO LINDOR OVER 0.5 HITS 54.4% 4 LOSS
CLE@DET DET -118 54.8% 4 LOSS
SEA@NYY NYY -124 56.1% 6 WIN
TEX@LAA TEX -125 54.8% 4 LOSS
NYM@ATL NOLAN MCLEAN OVER 1.5 WALKS 54.5% 4 WIN
SEA@NYY OVER 8 54.7% 4 LOSS
BOS@TOR TOR -135 56.1% 4 WIN
CLE@DET DET -122 54.9% 4 WIN
MIL@SD JACKSON MERRILL OVER 0.5 HITS 55.1% 5 WIN
KC@LAD OVER 7.5 55.1% 5 WIN
TEX@LAA TEX -105 53.6% 3 WIN
TB@SEA JULIO RODRIGUEZ OVER 0.5 HITS 54.6% 4 LOSS
BAL@TEX TEX -127 54.2% 3 LOSS
LAD@ARI LAD -131 55.5% 4 LOSS
LAD@ARI BEN RORTVEDT UNDER 1.5 HITS + RUNS + RBIS 54.3% 4 PUSH
BAL@TEX OVER 7.5 55.1% 5 LOSS
ATL@NYY ATL -128 54.6% 3 LOSS
CIN@WAS CIN -131 56.1% 6 LOSS
LAD@ARI OVER 9 55.7% 5 LOSS
LAA@MIA OVER 9 55.3% 5 LOSS
DET@SF GLEYBER TORRES OVER 0.5 RUNS 53.4% 3 LOSS
MIA@ATL AUSTIN RILEY OVER 0.5 HITS 55.1% 5 LOSS
SD@ARI OVER 9 55.3% 4 LOSS
DET@SEA OVER 8 55.9% 4 WIN
DET@SEA SEA -121 54.9% 4 LOSS
SD@ARI NOLAN ARENADO OVER 0.5 HITS 54.1% 4 PUSH
PIT@MIL OVER 7 55.0% 5 LOSS
STL@NYY OVER 8.5 56.2% 6 LOSS
LAD@CHC UNDER 9.5 55.4% 5 LOSS
SD@ARI JASE BOWEN OVER 0.5 STRIKEOUTS 54.4% 4 WIN
SD@ARI OVER 8.5 54.5% 4 WIN
MIN@KC MIN -130 55.5% 4 LOSS
SD@ARI OVER 9 54.0% 3 LOSS
TOR@HOU HOU -124 54.4% 4 LOSS
SF@TEX CHRISTIAN KOSS UNDER 1.5 HITS + RUNS + RBIS 53.4% 3 WIN
ARI@CLE TIM TAWA UNDER 0.5 HITS 54.1% 4 LOSS
SF@SD UNDER 8 55.6% 5 LOSS
PIT@CIN UNDER 8.5 55.9% 5 LOSS
MIN@SEA SEA -133 55.0% 4 WIN
SF@SD TYLER MAHLE OVER 2.5 EARNED RUNS 54.2% 4 WIN
SF@SD SD -130 55.0% 3 WIN
PHI@BAL PHI -130 55.6% 4 WIN
BOS@LAD MASATAKA YOSHIDA OVER 0.5 HITS 54.6% 4 WIN