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The Milwaukee Brewers dominated the Cleveland Guardians 9–4 on June 17 at American Family Field, exceeding the Vegas total line of 7.5 runs with a decisive offensive performance. Milwaukee's pitching staff was particularly effective, striking out 13 batters while allowing just 3 hits and posting a 3.42 ERA despite giving up 4 earned runs. The Brewers' offense generated 11 hits and 2 home runs, driving in 9 runs on a .737 OPS to overcome modest plate discipline with only 2 walks. Cleveland managed just 3 hits and struck out 13 times, mustering only 1 home run and a .682 OPS while their pitching staff surrendered 11 hits and 9 earned runs with a 3.81 ERA. The Guardians' inability to make consistent contact—evidenced by their 13 strikeouts—proved costly against Milwaukee's dominant arms. This lopsided victory signals the Brewers' pitching depth as a significant factor in their division outlook.