Colorado Rockies vs Cleveland Guardians predictions, Aug 21, 2026

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The upcoming MLB clash between the Colorado Rockies and Cleveland Guardians on August 21, 2026, promises to be a fascinating encounter as the Rockies seek to improve their recent form at home. Currently, the Rockies have struggled, securing only 1 win in their last 5 matches, reflecting challenges in both their batting and pitching units. Despite their home advantage, they will need to find a way to break their poor streak to stay competitive.

In contrast, the Cleveland Guardians have shown slightly better performance, winning 2 of their last 5 games. Their recent form indicates a more synchronized offense and a robust pitching rotation, factors that may give them the upper hand in this matchup. The Guardians’ ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities will be crucial as they aim to seize the momentum early in the game.

Bookmakers’ odds favor the Guardians with a line of 1.67 for an away win compared to 2.27 for the Rockies at home. Predictions suggest a probability of 42.9% for a Rockies win and 57.1% for a Guardians victory, with a projected final score of 4:6 favoring the visitors. While the Guardians appear to have the edge based on recent form and analytics, baseball remains unpredictable, and both teams have the potential to shift the game’s dynamics.

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Colorado
41.7%
Cleveland
58.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 5:7

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Bwin 2.35 1.62
bet_at_home 2.32 1.68
betsson 2.30 1.63
MarathonBet 2.26 1.73
WilliamHill 2.25 1.65
Best for US Customers 2.28 1.61

Latest Results

19.08.26 Colorado Rockies – Los Angeles Dodgers – 4:6
18.08.26 Colorado Rockies – Los Angeles Dodgers – 6:7
17.08.26 Colorado Rockies – Los Angeles Dodgers – 5:11
16.08.26 San Francisco Giants – Colorado Rockies – 7:13
15.08.26 San Francisco Giants – Colorado Rockies – 7:1
20.08.26 Cleveland Guardians – San Francisco Giants – 5:2
19.08.26 Cleveland Guardians – San Francisco Giants – 0:1
18.08.26 Cleveland Guardians – San Francisco Giants – 8:1
16.08.26 Cleveland Guardians – San Diego Padres – 0:5
15.08.26 Cleveland Guardians – San Diego Padres – 6:1

Facts

  • An outsider and a mid-table team will play in this game (ranked 15 and 9).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 2.
  • Colorado is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Cleveland has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Cleveland may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Cleveland has had a series of home games.
  • Cleveland might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 8 matches, drew 1 match, lost 11 matches, and goals 92:102. (average 4.6:5.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Colorado won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 56:55. (average 5.1:5).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.03.26 Colorado Rockies – Cleveland Guardians – 4:4
    30.07.25 Cleveland Guardians – Colorado Rockies – 5:0
    29.07.25 Cleveland Guardians – Colorado Rockies – 10:4
    28.07.25 Cleveland Guardians – Colorado Rockies – 6:8
    13.03.25 Colorado Rockies – Cleveland Guardians – 6:4

    Standings

    Principal

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Tampa Bay Rays 127 76 51 579:534 0.598
    2 New York Yankees 126 71 55 559:470 0.563
    3 Boston Red Sox 127 68 59 575:480 0.535
    4 Chicago White Sox 127 66 61 605:560 0.520
    5 Houston Astros 127 64 63 580:611 0.504
    6 Minnesota Twins 128 63 65 592:633 0.492
    7 Toronto Blue Jays 129 63 66 513:562 0.488
    8 Texas Rangers 127 62 65 512:560 0.488
    9 Cleveland Guardians 128 62 66 507:530 0.484
    10 Baltimore Orioles 127 61 66 573:604 0.480
    11 Detroit Tigers 127 61 66 577:495 0.480
    12 Seattle Mariners 128 60 68 500:546 0.469
    13 Kansas City Royals 129 55 74 541:641 0.426
    14 Los Angeles Angels 127 50 77 512:597 0.394
    15 Athletics 128 49 79 557:742 0.383

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Milwaukee Brewers 128 79 49 642:483 0.617
    2 Los Angeles Dodgers 128 77 51 640:495 0.602
    3 Atlanta Braves 128 75 53 608:496 0.586
    4 Chicago Cubs 128 74 54 656:556 0.578
    5 Philadelphia Phillies 128 70 58 574:559 0.547
    6 San Diego Padres 128 68 60 543:540 0.531
    7 Arizona Diamondbacks 128 67 61 579:575 0.523
    8 St.Louis Cardinals 129 66 63 572:562 0.512
    9 Miami Marlins 128 64 64 560:546 0.500
    10 Pittsburgh Pirates 129 63 66 646:615 0.488
    11 Washington Nationals 128 61 67 676:657 0.477
    12 Cincinnati Reds 128 61 67 523:612 0.477
    13 New York Mets 128 58 70 531:573 0.453
    14 San Francisco Giants 127 52 75 513:589 0.409
    15 Colorado Rockies 127 50 77 611:733 0.394

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