The Guardians and Padres are set to kick off the second half of the season on a positive note as they face off on Friday night at Progressive Field.
Cleveland, despite a recent slump with five losses in their last seven games, still maintains a 4.5-game lead in the AL Central with a record of 58-37. The team boasted five All-Star selections, including outfielder Steven Kwan with a league-leading .352 batting average and closer Emmanuel Clase with an AL-leading 29 saves.
On the mound for Cleveland will be right-hander Tanner Bibee, who has posted a 3.77 ERA through 19 starts, providing stability to the team’s rotation.
On the other side, the Padres, with a record of 50-49, are looking to bounce back after losing six of their last seven games leading up to the All-Star break. Outfielder Jurickson Profar with a team-high .870 OPS and infielder Luis Arraez with a .315 batting average lead San Diego’s lineup.
The Padres will rely on knuckleballer Matt Waldron to start the second half, who has maintained a 3.71 ERA in 19 starts.
For viewers interested in the Guardians vs. Padres game, it will not be broadcasted on local or national TV. The game can be streamed on Apple TV+, the exclusive home of ‘Friday Night Baseball’ for the 2024 MLB season. Apple TV+ offers a seven-day free trial for new users.
Those looking to catch the game can access Apple TV+ on various devices like smart TVs, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV sticks. Subscription plans for Apple TV+ include a monthly option for $9.99 and a yearly plan for $99.99.
What time is Guardians vs. Padres tonight?
- Date: Friday, July 19
- Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
The game is scheduled to start at 7:10 p.m. ET on Friday at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio.
Guardians vs. Padres radio station
For those who prefer listening to the game, Guardians vs. Padres will be broadcasted live on SiriusXM channel 180, featuring the Cleveland broadcast.
Additionally, SiriusXM is offering a special promotion of 3 months for just $1, providing access to live NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL games, as well as NASCAR and college sports coverage.
Apple TV+ ‘Friday Night Baseball’ schedule 2024
Apple TV+ has released its schedule through the end of August, featuring upcoming games such as Tigers at Blue Jays, Dodgers at Astros, and more. Check out the full schedule below:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| July 19 | Tigers at Blue Jays | 7 p.m. |
| July 19 | Padres at Guardians | 7 p.m. |
| July 26 | Dodgers at Astros | 8 p.m. |
| July 26 | Rangers at Blue Jays | 7 p.m. |
| August 2 | Royals at Tigers | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 2 | Brewers at Nationals | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 9 | Guardians at Twins | 8 p.m. |
| August 9 | Reds at Brewers | 8 p.m. |
| August 16 | Blue Jays at Cubs | 2 p.m. |
| August 16 | Mariners at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 23 | Cardinals at Twins | 8 p.m. |
| August 23 | Reds at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Mariners at Angels | 9:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Padres at Rays | 6:30 p.m. |