George Kirby (SEA) Under 5.5 Strikeouts (-154)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing
As the Marlins host the Mariners, all eyes will be on George Kirby, but I believe he may fall short of the strikeout expectations set at 5.5. Sure, Kirby has shown flashes of brilliance, but the numbers tell a different story recently. His strikeout rate has dipped, and facing a Marlins lineup that's been surprisingly disciplined against right-handers—a trend that’s been evident throughout the season—could further hinder his ability to rack up K's.
Miami's hitters have made strides, cutting down on strikeouts and putting the ball in play effectively. With Kirby's recent outings averaging well below that line—projected at just 3.27 strikeouts—it's hard to see him exceeding that mark against a team that forces pitchers to work deep into counts. So, taking the under on Kirby's strikeouts seems like a savvy play in what could be a tightly contested battle on the diamond.