Seattle Mariners vs Los Angeles Angels: Mike Trout Over 2.5 Batter - Strikeouts (+690)
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Mike Trout has been hitting the ball a lot better lately, averaging nearly 1.7 hits per game over his last three games. This uptick in hitting could mean he's more likely to make contact, which might lead to a few strikeouts, especially against a tough Seattle Mariners pitcher. The Mariners play in a park that tends to keep scoring low, so every at-bat counts even more.
Betting on Mike Trout to get over 2.5 strikeouts could be a smart move given he's been a little less effective against lefties, which might be the case today. The main risk here is that Trout has not been striking out as much lately, and the Mariners' pitcher has been pretty good, allowing runs at a lower rate than average. Still, with Trout's recent form, it could be worth a shot.