Nick Gonzales (NA) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-213)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Guardians welcome the Pirates on July 17, all eyes should be on Nick Gonzales. While he's shown flashes of promise, recent trends suggest he might struggle to eclipse 1.5 total bases tonight. The Guardians' pitching staff has been on fire lately, boasting an impressive strikeout rate that could put Gonzales in a tight spot. Add in the fact that he's facing off against a lefty, and his numbers against southpaws haven’t been stellar.
The Guardians' defense behind the plate is solid, limiting extra-base hits and making it tough for hitters to find gaps. With Gonzales averaging just under a total bases mark of 1 in recent games, the under on 1.5 seems like a savvy play. Expect a methodical approach from the Cleveland pitchers, and anticipate Gonzales having a tough night at the plate. The under is the smart money here.