Dylan Crews (NA) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-167)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Nationals prepare to face the Diamondbacks, all eyes will be on Dylan Crews, but the sharp money might want to consider betting the under on his total bases. Despite his impressive tools, Crews has struggled recently against right-handed pitching, particularly in clutch situations. The D-backs' starter has been on fire, boasting a solid ERA and a penchant for inducing ground balls, which could stifle Crews' power potential.
Moreover, Washington’s lineup has been inconsistent, often failing to generate enough traffic on the bases to support individual performances. With Crews averaging around 0.82 total bases in similar matchups, it’s hard to envision him breaking through the 1.5 mark here. The combination of a tough pitching matchup and the Nationals' hit-or-miss offense sets the stage for a quiet night for Crews. Therefore, siding with the under seems like the savvy play as the game unfolds.