Cleveland Guardians vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions June 24th 2025

Guardians Return Home After West Coast Trip

The Guardians come home to Progressive Field following a 4–5 West Coast swing that featured a sweep in Seattle sandwiched between series wins in San Francisco and Oakland. Backed by the energy of a home crowd, Cleveland will look to get its offense clicking behind veteran hitters like José Ramírez and Andrés Giménez. For a deeper dive into Cleveland’s season outlook and key matchups, check out our full MLB season previews.

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Allen’s Recent Surge in the Rotation

Left-hander Logan Allen (5–4, 4.21 ERA) has responded well after a brief bullpen stint on May 31. He earned a 6-2 win over the Reds on June 5, allowing just two runs over six innings, then followed with a 5-1 victory against the Giants in which he yielded one run across 5⅓ innings. Allen’s ability to go deep into games and pound the zone makes him a frequent pick in our daily MLB picks.

Blue Jays’ Bullpen Questions

Toronto’s relievers closed out their homestand with three losses in four games, capped by closer Jeff Hoffman’s meltdown in which he allowed a tying run via an error before surrendering a two-run double. Hoffman has given up 17 earned runs and seven homers over his last 17 innings, turning heads both in the stands and among sharp bettors. For breakdowns on Hoffman and the rest of Toronto’s late-inning options, consult our expert betting guide for actionable insights.

Lauer’s Hometown Hero Story

Northeast Ohio native Eric Lauer (3–1, 2.29 ERA) has rejuvenated his career after splitting 2024 between Triple-A and Korea’s KBO. Since returning on April 30, he’s posted a 0.96 ERA in relief and secured wins in his last two starts. With the fifth rotation spot still unsettled, Lauer will enjoy extra support from family and friends in Elyria, Kent State alums, and Cleveland faithful alike. If you’re backing his momentum this week, our premium buy-picks can help you find the best value.

Betting Angles and Handicapping Insights

This six-game homestand offers multiple angles: Cleveland’s home-field edge, Toronto’s bullpen inconsistencies, and both clubs’ offensive balance. To see which handicappers are outperforming the field this season—complete with win rates, ROI figures, and play styles—visit our detailed best handicappers leaderboard. Use those metrics to sharpen your wagers on the Guardians vs. Blue Jays series.