So far when the schedule has paired them, Vladimir Guerreros own a 1-0 edge on Barry Bondses in 1 finished meeting.

Vladimir Guerreros come in at 14-2. Run differential is in the black: 332 plated against 211 allowed over the season. Collectively they are swinging 0.539 on the year. Across their last five games with a final score, they are 3 wins and 2 losses. They are riding a 2-game win streak. In the NL, Vladimir Guerreros sit 2nd at 1.0 games back.

Barry Bondses show 7-9. They have scored 290 runs while allowing 273, so they have outscored opponents on the year. Collectively they are swinging 0.529 on the year. In five-score games going back from today, they are 2 wins and 3 losses. They have lost 3 straight finals with a score on the board. Standings-wise, Barry Bondses are 4th in the NL, 8.0 out of first.

What we expect: Vladimir Guerreros enter with the stronger résumé; Barry Bondses are live if the bats wake up, but the likelier path is Vladimir Guerreros dictating innings and finishing in front.

Not a real line; just a fan read.