I’m taking four plays today. First off, look for San Fran to snap its 5 game skid with Lincicum on the hill. Giants are 7-2 in the last 9 meetings with the Phillies. Giants have the edge in starter pitching, bullpen, hitting power, speed and defense. Giants are 8-2 in their last 10 road games. Phillies are 2-8 in their last 10 games.
I like the Twins at home with Gibson against the Brew crew. Gibson in his last 3 games has an ERA of 2.41 and a WHIP of 1.39. Loshe over his last 3 games has an ERA of 8.59 and a WHIP of 1.98. Minnesota is 21-7 in their last 28 home games. The Brewers are 2-8 in their last 10 Friday games.
I’m taking Toronto with Sanchez pitching at home against Houston. Over his last 3 outings, Sanchez has an ERA of 3.15 and a WHIP of 1.40. Hernandez for Houston has an ERA of 7.02 and a WHIP of 1.80 for his last 3 games. Houston is 3-10 in their last 13 games on astroturf.
Finally, I like KC at home over the Rangers. They are 5-1 with Volquez pitching.
Today’s picks:
San Francisco Giants
Minnesota Twins
Toronto Blue Jays
Kansas City Royals