Miguel Andujar (NYY) Under 0.5 Doubles (-588)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Red Sox welcome the Padres to Fenway, all eyes should be on Miguel Andujar and his quest for doubles. While he’s a talented bat, recent trends indicate that this matchup might not favor him. The Padres have been exceptional at limiting extra-base hits, boasting a strong outfield that excels at tracking down balls in the gap.
Andujar, despite his potential, has struggled against left-handed pitchers, and with the Padres likely throwing one, his chances for a double dwindle. He’s notched just a handful of doubles this season, and given the Red Sox's current pitching form, they’re likely to keep him contained. Add to this the model’s prediction of just 0.11 doubles, and it paints a clear picture. Betting the under on 0.5 doubles seems wise here, especially considering the favorable odds against a player who might find himself stymied by a solid defense.