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The latest Bet Better model pick for Luis Castillo is Under 4.5 on Pitcher - Strikeouts.
On the Pitcher - Strikeouts market the model assigns a model win probability of 81%, versus the book's implied 54%, for a model edge of +26.7%. It updates daily; availability depends on the current MLB schedule.
Model updated Jul 20, 3:45AM UTC
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Luis Castillo

CIN

+26.7% Edge
Latest Model Pick
Pitcher - Strikeouts Under 4.5 -118 (1.85)
+26.7% Edge
Seattle Mariners @ Tampa Bay Rays
Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida · Indoor
Fri 10 Jul, 11:10PM
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Model Probability
80.7%
Implied Probability
54.1%
Model Edge
+26.7%
Predicted Value
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Calibrated Probability & Fair Value

MarketModelModel probabilityImpliedFair OddsEdge
Pitcher - Strikeouts80.7%—54.1%1.24+26.7%

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Recent-Form Hit-Rate Curve

WindowHit Rate
Last 3 games0/3
Last 5 games0/5
Last 10 games1/10

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AI Analysis

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Luis Castillo (CIN) Under 4.5 Strikeouts (-118)

Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing

As we get ready for Friday’s matchup between the Rays and the Mariners, keep an eye on Luis Castillo's strikeout numbers, particularly with the line set at 4.5. Despite his talent, Castillo has been facing a Rays lineup that’s adept at making contact, ranking among the league’s best at avoiding strikeouts. Recent trends show Castillo struggling to find his rhythm against teams with high-contact hitters, and that’s exactly what Tampa Bay brings to the table. Over his last few outings, Castillo has averaged just around three strikeouts per game, far below the mark needed here. Couple that with the oppressive Florida humidity that tends to favor batters, and it’s easy to see why this could be a tough night for strikeouts. With the implied probability suggesting a strong likelihood of an “under” performance, betting on Castillo to finish under 4.5 strikeouts feels like a prudent call.

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Pick History & Track Record

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Markets & form
Pitcher - StrikeoutsSeason & recent formNo line posted
O 1.540%
O 2.510%

Luis Castillo MLB strikeoutsseason and recent-form profile.

Pitcher - Hits AllowedSeason & recent formNo line posted
100%hit L10
Streak41L20100%
O 1.5100%
O 2.5100%
O 3.590%
O 4.580%
O 5.540%
O 6.520%
O 7.510%
O 8.510%

Luis Castillo MLB hits allowed: cleared over 1.5 in 100% of the last 10 games. Season and recent-form profile.

Pitcher - WalksSeason & recent formNo line posted
90%hit L10
Streak8L2085%
O 0.590%
O 1.570%
O 2.520%
O 3.510%

Luis Castillo MLB walks: cleared over 0.5 in 90% of the last 10 games. Season and recent-form profile.

Pitcher - Earned RunsSeason & recent formNo line posted
90%hit L10
2.6avg earned runs · L5
Streak2L2075%

Luis Castillo MLB earned runs: cleared over 1.5 in 90% of the last 10 games; averaging 2.6 earned runs over the last 5. Season and recent-form profile.

Pitcher - OutsSeason & recent formNo line posted
80%hit L10
15.8avg outs · L5
L2090%

Luis Castillo MLB outs: cleared over 14.5 in 80% of the last 10 games; averaging 15.8 outs over the last 5. Season and recent-form profile.

DateMatchupMarketLinePickOdds (US)Result
10 Jul 26 Seattle Mariners @ Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher - Strikeouts 4.5 Under -118 ✓ HIT

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About This Player

Luis Castillo (CIN) is tracked by the Bet Better model for MLB player prop betting. The latest model pick for Luis Castillo is Under 4.5 on Pitcher - Strikeouts. The model identifies a strong positive edge of +26.7% on this pick. Their next game is Seattle Mariners vs Tampa Bay Rays on Friday 10 July at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg. Review the full pick history and AI analysis above to inform your MLB betting strategy.

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