Sal Stewart (CIN) Under 2.5 Walks (-625)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Padres host the Reds on June 10, all eyes will be on rookie Sal Stewart, who’s been trending under the radar in terms of drawing walks. With a line set at 2.5, it’s worth noting that Stewart has only managed to coax a walk in about 19% of his plate appearances this season.
The Padres' pitching staff, especially their bullpen, has been exceptional at limiting free passes, ranking among the top teams in the league in walk rate. Given that San Diego's pitchers often keep hitters aggressive, it’s unlikely that Stewart will find the patience necessary to notch three walks in a single game.
With the odds leaning heavily toward the under, it feels like a shrewd play to bet on Stewart staying below that 2.5 mark. The combination of the Padres' formidable pitching and Stewart's current struggles makes this a compelling underplay.