Miles Mikolas (STL) Under 3.5 Strikeouts (-159)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing
As the Washington Nationals host the Houston Astros, all eyes will be on Miles Mikolas, who faces a lineup that’s been remarkably disciplined lately. The Astros are notorious for making pitchers work hard, and their current form shows they’re not striking out as often as they used to. Over their last few games, they’ve showcased an impressive ability to put the ball in play, which doesn’t bode well for Mikolas and his strikeout numbers.
Moreover, Mikolas himself has experienced a dip in his strikeout rate, sitting at just 2.11 strikeouts per game in recent outings. With the Astros’ batters becoming increasingly selective at the plate, it’s tough to envision him reaching the 4-strikeout mark. Given the dynamics of this matchup, taking the under on Mikolas’ strikeouts feels like the right play as he navigates through this formidable lineup.