Cleveland Guardians vs. Brewers Prediction and Odds: Cooper Pratt's MLB Debut

The Cleveland Guardians are set to face the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, with the Brewers' top defensive shortstop prospect, Cooper Pratt, making his Major League debut. Pratt was handed an eight-year contract worth north of $50 million by the Brewers in March and is expected to be in the lineup for his debut. The Brewers are a -154 moneyline favorite, with the total set at 8 runs, a nod to the shaky performances of Cleveland's Slade Cecconi and Milwaukee's Robert Gasser. The Brewers have a packed debut-night crowd behind them, and their record of 43-26 suggests they are a strong team. Pratt's glove is expected to be a key factor in his debut, and his speed is also a real asset. The Brewers have a packed infield, with Jesús Made, Luis Peña, and Jett Williams also vying for playing time. Pratt's bat is the open question, but the Brewers clearly believe in his potential, having guaranteed $50 million. The Guardians will be looking to take down the Brewers and their top prospect, but it will be a tough task. The Brewers have a strong lineup and a packed stadium, and Pratt's debut is expected to be a big story. The over on 8 runs is tempting, given the shaky performances of the two starting pitchers. Pratt's glove and speed will be on full display, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in his debut. The Brewers are expected to win the opener, but the Guardians will be looking to pull off an upset. The game is set to start at 7:40 p.m. ET at American Family Field.