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Recap - Cleveland Defeats Chicago 8-4

Chicago dropped a 8-4 decision at Progressive Field on Thursday as Cleveland legged out a win behind winning pitcher Ben Lively.

Bettors who backed the Guardians were rewarded as -225 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.

Ben Lively earned the victory for the Guardians, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 1, and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Bo Naylor in the win.

Chicago got a 4.1-inning outing from Chad Kuhl in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 4 walks and 5 hits in his time on the mound, while Lenyn Sosa had 2 hits in the loss for the White Sox.

Cleveland outhit their counterparts 12-8 in the game.

Cleveland looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against San Francisco. Chicago will aim to get back on the winning track at Miami.