mlb Game Recap
Shane Bieber vs Justin Verlander Tilt Ends in New York 2-1 Win
New York got a 2-1 victory over Cleveland on Sunday, with Justin Verlander earning the victory and helping Mets moneyline bettors cash out.
Bettors who backed the Mets were rewarded as -140 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.
Justin Verlander earned the victory for the Mets, throwing 8 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 0, and allowing 3 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 1 RBIs from Francisco Lindor in the win.
Cleveland got a 8-inning outing from Shane Bieber in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 2 walks and 7 hits in his time on the mound, while Jose Ramirez had 1 hits in the loss for the Guardians.
The battle of the bats favored New York as they had 7 hits, while Cleveland only had 3.
The game was closed out by Brooks Raley who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 0 batters to earn the save.
New York looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Chicago. Cleveland will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Chicago.