Brandon Lowe (TBR) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-172)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As we gear up for the Guardians-Pirates showdown, it’s worth noting that Brandon Lowe has faced some tough competition lately. With a batting average hovering around .220 against left-handed pitchers—a trend that could hinder his ability to rack up total bases—he might have a challenging night against Cleveland’s adept lefty starter.
The Guardians’ pitching staff has been particularly stingy at home, boasting a stellar 3.40 ERA. Add to that the fact that Lowe has only managed to surpass 1.5 total bases in just 40% of his last 10 games, and you start to see why the under has merit. The Pirates have struggled for offensive consistency, which could lead to fewer opportunities for Lowe to hit his way out of the box. Given these factors, betting on Lowe to stay under 1.5 total bases feels like a smart play in this matchup.