James Sands (New York City FC) Over 2.5 Shots (+2200)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing As New York City FC heads to New England to face the Revolution, all eyes should be on James Sands to see if he can step up his shooting game. While his recent averages sit at just 1 shot per away game, the circumstances are ripe for a breakout. New England’s defensive setup can create space for a midfielder like Sands, especially if they push forward looking for goals. Moreover, NYCFC will likely depend on him to provide width and support in attack, which could see him break through that 2.5 shots barrier. With the team’s current need for creativity and the Revolution’s occasionally shaky defense, this matchup could be the perfect storm for Sands to register more attempts than usual. While he hasn’t hit the over recently, the tides are shifting, making this a compelling spot to back him for an uptick in shots.