Leo Rivas (NA) Under 1.5 Walks (-345)
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As the Padres host the Mariners on April 17, all eyes will be on Leo Rivas and his propensity to draw walks. While the prospect of Rivas taking a stroll to first may seem tempting, recent trends suggest otherwise. He’s been mired in a slump, with just a handful of walks over the last few games, which is concerning given the Padres' strong pitching staff.
The Mariners have shown a tendency to chase pitches outside the zone, and with San Diego's top-tier rotation ready to exploit that, Rivas might find himself swinging more than standing still. Add in Rivas' average of less than one walk per game this season, and the case for taking the 'Under 1.5' walks becomes even clearer. With the Padres on a roll and Rivas struggling at the plate, expect a focused performance from the pitching staff that keeps him from reaching base via the walk.