July 28 MLB Card: Hopefully Not the Last

The last card went 3-0 and just when I thought we were off and running the Marlins were their dumbass selves and quite possibly have put this season in jeopardy. Nobody knows what's going to happen, if the season is going to continue, and if so, for how long. But as long as games are being played, there's money to be made. Let's get stuck in.

Dodgers @ Astros

For the first time this season I have confidence in the Dodgers' starting pitcher, and before any pitch is thrown the tension in this game will be sky high. Both teams have indirectly talked a lot of poo-poo about each other this offseason, so this could feature the first bench clearing brawl and I'm here for it. If there's one pitcher who thrives off this energy without turning into Freddy Krueger its Walker F***ing Buehler (sorry Max Scherzer, your game face scares all children under 13). The Dodgers recent poor form should be overcome by pure motivation out of the gates in this one. Whether their bullpen can hold on is another question.

The Pick: Dodger First 5 inning -0.5 @ -105

Cardinals @ Twins

The Twins through three games have scored 27 runs, and look to be one of the most potent offenses in baseball. They are facing Carlos Martinez who has not started a game in almost two years, which is like returning to the office after COVID and seeing "Craig" first thing in the morning. Just not the encounter you want to start with. In the opposing dugout the Twins are starting Homer Bailey in a "maybe this could work?" move. I expect a lot of runs from both sides.

The pick: OVER 10.5 @ -110

Braves @ Rays

The Braves are starting Kyle Wright, a prospect who posted an 8.69 ERA last year and struggles with his command, to face a line-up that is very good at taking pitches. The Rays are starting Yonny Chirinos, who isn't bad by any measure, but the Braves know they need to score to keep pace. This matchup totaled 19 runs last night and I would be surprised if both starters get rocked in this one.

The Pick: First 5 Innings OVER 5 @ -100