Tough calls today for matchups that mean something, but I’m siding with the Pirates in the second game of the double header. The Pirates are 40-13 in their last 53 home games, not including the game in progress. Happ has the hill for the Bucs and he has been outstanding, going 3-0 with an ERA of 1.45 and a WHIP of 0.64 over his last 3 games. The lefty Lester gets the call for the Cubs and the Pirates can hit lefties, going 11-4 over their last 15 against south paws. Bannister is umping behind the dish and home teams are 6-2 over his last 8 games. Tough call, but siding with the Pirates.
Also, keep an eye on the Royals/Indians game. It opened with Cleveland -123 and now it favors the Royals -112. That’s a big swing.
Today’s pick:
Pittsburgh Pirates (game 2 of double header)