CJ Abrams (SDP) Under 1.5 Doubles (-2500)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Pirates host the Nationals on April 16, eyes will naturally turn to CJ Abrams, but backing the 'under' on his doubles might just be the savvy move. Despite his speed and talent, Abrams has been struggling to find gaps lately, with only a handful of doubles in his recent outings. The Pirates' pitching staff, particularly their starters, has been effective at limiting extra-base hits, boasting a solid ground-ball rate that keeps hitters from elevating the ball.
Additionally, the Nationals' offense has been lukewarm, struggling to find consistency, which further complicates Abrams' chances to deliver that coveted second-base hit. With the odds heavily leaning towards an underperformance in this department, and the Pirates' defense playing well in front of their home crowd, it seems prudent to expect Abrams to stay below that 1.5 doubles mark tonight.