MJ Melendez (KCR) Under 1.5 Doubles (-1667)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Dodgers gear up to face the Mets, eyes will be on MJ Melendez and his quest for doubles. While Melendez is a talented hitter, the odds favor an underwhelming performance in this matchup. The Mets' pitching staff has been sharp recently, with a robust strikeout rate and an ability to keep hitters off balance. Notably, they’ve limited opponents to a mere .200 batting average on balls in play, showcasing their effectiveness in limiting extra-base hits.
Moreover, Melendez has struggled against left-handed pitching, and with the Mets likely to trot out a southpaw, the odds tilt further against him. With the Dodgers’ lineup not fully firing on all cylinders, the stage is set for Melendez to fall short of that 1.5 doubles mark. In this matchup, the under looks enticing; sometimes, the best bets are those that consider the nuances of form and matchup.