Bryan Reynolds (PIT) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-172)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Guardians host the Pirates, all eyes will be on Bryan Reynolds, but betting on him to exceed 1.5 total bases looks risky. Sure, Reynolds has shown flashes of brilliance this season, but the Guardians’ pitching staff has been nothing short of formidable, especially at home. They’ve kept opponents at bay with a stingy 3.50 ERA, making it tough for hitters to find their rhythm.
Consider Reynolds’ recent struggles against right-handed pitchers, which Cleveland’s starter fits the bill. He’s hitting a mere .230 in those matchups lately, and with the Guardians’ defense backing up their stellar pitching, chances are slim he’ll find many gaps. With an implied probability hovering around 63%, betting the under seems like a savvy play today. Let’s not forget, in this matchup, the Guardians can stifle even the hottest bats, and Reynolds might just find himself muted against this tough lineup.