Brandon Pfaadt (ARI) Under 3.5 Strikeouts (-114)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing
As the Padres gear up to face the Diamondbacks, all eyes will be on Brandon Pfaadt while considering his strikeout potential. Historically, Pfaadt has struggled to find his rhythm against teams with potent lineups, and the Padres, boasting a lineup averaging over 4.8 runs per game, can make life challenging for any pitcher.
Recent trends show that Pfaadt has tallied fewer than four strikeouts in several of his last outings, and given the Padres' ability to make contact, that pattern is likely to continue. Additionally, San Diego has been patient at the plate, ranking high in walks, which further limits strikeout opportunities. With the model predicting just over two strikeouts for Pfaadt, betting the under on 3.5 seems like a savvy play. Expect the Padres to put the ball in play and Pfaadt to find himself in tough situations—all leading to a quieter night on the strikeout front.