Preview the Aug. 17 matchup between the Cleveland Guardians and Atlanta Braves with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Atlanta Braves vs. Cleveland Guardians MLB game to be played on August 17, 2025 on ESPN.

Preview the Aug. 16 matchup between the Atlanta Braves and Cleveland Guardians with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

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Guardians defenders flashed their leather from the outset, but Braves rookie right-hander Hurston Waldrep held their bats in check Friday to deal Cleveland a 2-0 loss at Progressive Field. The Guardians turned two double plays,

The Braves are streaking with six wins over the last eight games and back-to-back series victories, while the Guardians are 7-2 in the last nine games and five consecutive series wins if you go back further.

Hurston Waldrep pitched six scoreless innings in a combined two-hitter and Nacho Alvarez Jr. and Michael Harris II each drove in a run, giving the Atlanta Braves a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night.

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Slade Cecconi seeks a return to reliable starter during a recent rough patch on the mound.