Adley Rutschman (BAL) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-154)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Red Sox host the Orioles, all eyes will be on Adley Rutschman, but this might not be his night at the plate. Sure, Rutschman has shown flashes of brilliance, but he faces a tough challenge against a Red Sox pitching staff that’s been on a roll lately. They’ve allowed just a handful of hits over their last few games, and their strikeout rate is climbing—particularly against left-handed batters like Rutschman.
Additionally, Rutschman has struggled with consistency in recent outings, often finding himself swinging through tough pitches. With the Boston bullpen lurking, ready to shut the door if he gets on base, the under on 1.5 total bases feels like the smart play. The odds are leaning towards him being contained, and with the stakes high for both teams, it's reasonable to expect him to fall short tonight.