Zach McKinstry (DET) Under 1.5 Hits (-323)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Detroit Tigers face off against the Kansas City Royals, all eyes will be on Zach McKinstry, but betting on him to go over 1.5 hits might be a stretch. McKinstry has struggled at the plate lately, hitting just .200 in his last ten games, which is far from ideal against a Royals bullpen that’s found its rhythm recently.
Moreover, the matchup features right-handed pitcher Zack Greinke, who has a knack for neutralizing lefties, and McKinstry fits that mold. Historically, Greinke's command and ability to induce weak contact make it tough for hitters to find success. With an implied probability of 76.3% favoring the under here, the odds are stacked against McKinstry. Considering these dynamics, going under 1.5 hits seems like a prudent wager in this matchup.