William Contreras (NA) Under 1.5 Total Bases (-182)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Pirates host the Brewers, all eyes will be on William Contreras, but the under on his total bases seems like a savvy play. Despite his talent, Contreras has been somewhat inconsistent lately, managing only a handful of multi-base games in recent outings. The Pirates' pitching staff, particularly their bullpen, has improved significantly, limiting opponents to an average of just 3.9 runs over the last week.
Moreover, the Brewers’ offense has struggled against lefties, and with the Pirates throwing a southpaw today, Contreras may find himself facing tougher matchups than usual. His recent stats reflect this difficulty, as he’s logged a modest batting average around .220 in similar scenarios. With the under at 1.5 total bases looking favorable, it’s hard to ignore the compelling narrative that suggests Contreras might fall short in this matchup. Trust the trends; this could be a quieter day at the plate for him.