Kyle Karros (COL) Under 1.5 Walks (-588)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Dodgers gear up to face the Rockies, all eyes should be on Kyle Karros and his approach at the plate. Historically, Karros has struggled against right-handers, and with the Rockies sending out a solid righty, he may find himself swinging more than waiting for walks.
The Dodgers have a potent lineup, but they also excel at putting pressure on pitchers, often leading to aggressive swings rather than patient approaches. With the Rockies' current pitching staff holding a solid walk rate against batters, it’s unlikely we’ll see Karros draw many free passes.
Adding to this, the Dodgers have been trending towards low walk totals in recent games, and with the stakes high, a more aggressive mindset is expected. All these factors make the ‘Under 1.5’ walks for Karros a compelling play as he looks to contribute to his team’s offense rather than merely taking his base.