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MLB Game Preview: Colorado Rockies (39-58) vs. San Francisco Giants (40-55)

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Venue: Oracle Park

Location: San Francisco, California

First Pitch: 1:05 PM PT / 4:05 PM ET

Broadcast: AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain / NBC Sports Bay Area / MLB.TV

Weather Update — San Francisco, CA

Temperature: 64–68°F at first pitch

Humidity: 70–80%

Wind: 12–18 mph (classic Oracle Park breeze blowing out toward right‑center)

Rain Chance: <5%

Impact:

Cool, windy conditions → suppresses deep fly balls to left, boosts balls hit to right‑center

Right‑handed hitters with opposite‑field power benefit

Pitchers must manage wind‑aided carry on balls hit to the gap

Team Records & Standings

Colorado Rockies — 39–58 (5th in NL West)

Offense inconsistent

Rotation bottom‑tier

Bullpen unreliable

Road record: 15–33

San Francisco Giants — 40–55 (4th in NL West)

Offense streaky

Rotation improving behind McDonald

Bullpen middle‑tier

Home record: 22–26

Injury Report

Colorado Rockies

Kris Bryant — Probable (wrist)

Ezequiel Tovar — Out (hamstring)

Kyle Freeland — Out (shoulder)

Brenton Doyle — Questionable (illness)

San Francisco Giants

Michael Conforto — Probable (ankle)

Logan Webb — Out (elbow)

LaMonte Wade Jr. — Out (back)

Patrick Bailey — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Rockies missing Tovar reduces top‑of‑order contact hitting.

Giants missing Wade Jr. weakens left‑handed OBP and situational hitting.

Pitching Matchup — Michael Lorenzen (COL) vs. Landon McDonald (SF)

Colorado Rockies — Michael Lorenzen (RHP)

Record: 4–9 ERA: 4.71 WHIP: 1.34 K/BB: Average command

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup, sinker

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. left‑handed power

Giants’ lineup has several left‑handed threats

Must avoid elevated fastballs in windy conditions

San Francisco Giants — Landon McDonald (RHP)

Record: 6–6 ERA: 3.88 WHIP: 1.24 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, cutter, slider, curveball

Scouting Notes:

Cutter generates soft contact

Rockies’ lineup struggles vs. elite movement

Oracle Park suits his fly‑ball tendencies

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Colorado Rockies — Last 10 Games

3–7

Offense averaging 3.9 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 4.82

Trending downward; scoring issues persist

San Francisco Giants — Last 10 Games

5–5

Offense averaging 4.4 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 4.01

Competitive but inconsistent

Series History

All‑Time: Giants lead 260–230

Last 10 Meetings: Giants lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: Giants lead 2–1

At Oracle Park: Giants have won 6 of last 8

Key Note: Rockies have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games vs. San Francisco.

Key Player Matchups

Kris Bryant (COL) vs. Landon McDonald (SF)

Bryant: .254 AVG, 12 HR

McDonald’s cutter can jam right‑handed hitters Edge: McDonald

Ryan McMahon (COL) vs. Giants Bullpen

McMahon: .248 AVG, 15 HR

Giants bullpen ranks middle‑tier Edge: Slight to McMahon

Michael Conforto (SF) vs. Michael Lorenzen (COL)

Conforto: .262 AVG, 14 HR

Lorenzen struggles vs. left‑handed power Edge: Conforto

Thairo Estrada (SF) vs. Rockies Pitching

Estrada: .271 AVG, 11 HR

Rockies pitching struggles at times vs. disciplined right‑handed hitters Edge: Estrada

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryRockiesGiants
Runs per Game4.084.41
Team ERA4.824.12
Bullpen ERA4.553.88
OPS.699.724
Home Runs92108
Defensive Runs Saved-12+4

Key Insight: Giants hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, bullpen reliability, and home‑field performance.

Betting Trends

Colorado Rockies

2–8 in last 10 road games

3–7 in last 10 vs. NL West

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Lorenzen starts

Rockies 1–6 in last seven Sunday games

San Francisco Giants

6–4 in last 10 home games

5–2 in last 7 vs. teams below .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 McDonald starts

Giants 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Giants have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Giants average 4.6 runs per game vs. COL since 2022

Rockies have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. SF

Game Odds

Colorado Rockies             9

San Francisco Giants      – 137

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Arizona Diamondbacks (48-47) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (61-35)

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Venue: Dodger Stadium

Location: Los Angeles, California

First Pitch: 1:10 PM PT / 4:10 PM ET

Broadcast: Bally Sports Arizona / Spectrum SportsNet LA / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Los Angeles, CA

Temperature: 82–86°F at first pitch

Humidity: 45–55%

Wind: 8–12 mph (blowing out to left field)

Rain Chance: <5%

Impact:

Warm, dry conditions → ball carries well

Boost for right‑handed pull hitters

Pitchers must keep the ball down to avoid early HR damage

Team Records & Standings

Arizona Diamondbacks — 48–47 (3rd in NL West)

Offense inconsistent

Rotation middle‑tier

Bullpen volatile

Road record: 23–26

Los Angeles Dodgers — 61–35 (1st in NL West)

Elite lineup depth

Rotation stabilizing behind Sheehan

Bullpen top‑tier

Home record: 32–16

Injury Report

Arizona Diamondbacks

Corbin Carroll — Probable (wrist)

Christian Walker — Out (hamstring)

Zac Gallen — Out (shoulder)

Gabriel Moreno — Questionable (illness)

Los Angeles Dodgers

Mookie Betts — Probable (ankle)

Freddie Freeman — Out (back)

Walker Buehler — Out (elbow)

Will Smith — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Arizona missing Walker reduces middle‑order power.

Dodgers missing Freeman weakens left‑handed slugging but lineup remains elite.

Pitching Matchup — Jack Bratt (ARI) vs. Emmet Sheehan (LAD)

Arizona Diamondbacks — Jack Bratt (RHP)

Record: 4–6 ERA: 4.44 WHIP: 1.31 K/BB: Developing command

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup, sinker

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. left‑handed power

Dodgers’ lineup has multiple left‑handed threats

Must avoid elevated fastballs in warm conditions

Los Angeles Dodgers — Emmet Sheehan (RHP)

Record: 8–4 ERA: 3.38 WHIP: 1.18 K/BB: Excellent strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Fastball has elite carry

Diamondbacks’ lineup struggles vs. high‑velocity pitching

Dodger Stadium suits his fly‑ball tendencies

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Arizona Diamondbacks — Last 10 Games

4–6

Offense averaging 4.2 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 4.45

Trending downward; scoring issues persist

Los Angeles Dodgers — Last 10 Games

7–3

Offense averaging 5.1 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.55

Trending upward; strong home dominance

Series History

All‑Time: Dodgers lead 260–205

Last 10 Meetings: Dodgers lead 7–3

2026 Season Series: Dodgers lead 2–1

At Dodger Stadium: Dodgers have won 6 of last 8

Key Note: Arizona has scored 3 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games vs. Los Angeles.

Key Player Matchups

Mookie Betts (LAD) vs. Jack Bratt (ARI)

Betts: .282 AVG, 17 HR

Bratt struggles vs. elite right‑handed hitters Edge: Betts

Shohei Ohtani (LAD) vs. Diamondbacks Bullpen

Ohtani: .289 AVG, 22 HR

Arizona bullpen ranks bottom‑third in WHIP Edge: Ohtani

Corbin Carroll (ARI) vs. Emmet Sheehan (LAD)

Carroll: .265 AVG, 12 HR, elite speed

Sheehan’s fastball can neutralize aggressive hitters Edge: Sheehan

Ketel Marte (ARI) vs. Dodgers Pitching

Marte: .271 AVG, 15 HR

Dodgers pitching struggles at times vs. switch‑hitters Edge: Slight to Marte

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryDiamondbacksDodgers
Runs per Game4.345.02
Team ERA4.323.78
Bullpen ERA4.453.55
OPS.714.762
Home Runs101128
Defensive Runs Saved+4+11

Key Insight: Dodgers hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, bullpen reliability, and home‑field performance.

Betting Trends

Arizona Diamondbacks

3–7 in last 10 road games

2–8 in last 10 vs. NL West

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Bratt starts

D‑backs 1–6 in last seven Sunday games

Los Angeles Dodgers

8–2 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Overs hit in 5 of last 7 Sheehan starts

Dodgers 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Dodgers have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Dodgers average 5.3 runs per game vs. ARI since 2022

Diamondbacks have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. LAD

Game Odds

Arizona Diamondbacks                9.5

Los Angeles Dodgers                  – 218

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Toronto Blue Jays (45-50) vs. San Diego Padres (47-48)

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Venue: Petco Park

Location: San Diego, California

First Pitch: 1:10 PM PT / 4:10 PM ET

Broadcast: Sportsnet (Canada) / Bally Sports San Diego / MLB.TV

Weather Update — San Diego, CA

Temperature: 76–80°F at first pitch

Humidity: 60–65%

Wind: 7–10 mph (blowing out to right‑center)

Rain Chance: <5%

Impact:

Classic Petco Park conditions: mild, pitcher‑friendly

Slight breeze may help right‑handed opposite‑field power

Expect controlled scoring unless bullpens falter late

Team Records & Standings

Toronto Blue Jays — 45–50 (4th in AL East)

Offense inconsistent

Rotation strong at top, thin behind Gausman

Bullpen middle‑tier

Road record: 22–27

San Diego Padres — 47–48 (3rd in NL West)

Offense streaky but dangerous at home

Rotation stabilizing behind Márquez

Bullpen improving

Home record: 25–23

Injury Report

Toronto Blue Jays

Bo Bichette — Probable (wrist)

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. — Out (hamstring)

Chris Bassitt — Out (shoulder)

Daulton Varsho — Questionable (illness)

San Diego Padres

Fernando Tatis Jr. — Probable (ankle)

Xander Bogaerts — Out (back)

Joe Musgrove — Out (elbow)

Luis Campusano — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Toronto missing Guerrero Jr. removes their biggest power threat.

Padres missing Bogaerts weakens their right‑handed contact hitting.

Pitching Matchup — Kevin Gausman (TOR) vs. Germán Márquez (SD)

Toronto Blue Jays — Kevin Gausman (RHP)

Record: 7–7 ERA: 3.66 WHIP: 1.18 K/BB: Elite strikeout‑to‑walk ratio

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, splitter, slider

Scouting Notes:

Splitter remains one of MLB’s best out pitches

Padres’ lineup struggles vs. elite vertical movement

Petco Park suits his fly‑ball tendencies

Must avoid middle‑middle fastballs to Tatis and Cronenworth

San Diego Padres — Germán Márquez (RHP)

Record: 6–6 ERA: 4.02 WHIP: 1.27 K/BB: Solid command

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, curveball, slider, sinker

Scouting Notes:

Curveball generates soft contact

Blue Jays’ lineup struggles at times vs. elite breaking balls

Petco Park suppresses HRs, helping his fly‑ball profile

Must avoid falling behind in counts vs. Bichette and Springer

Recent Team Form

Toronto Blue Jays — Last 10 Games

4–6

Offense averaging 4.1 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 3.88

Trending downward; scoring issues persist

San Diego Padres — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.7 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.92

Trending upward; strong home performances

Series History

All‑Time: Blue Jays lead 22–20

Last 10 Meetings: Padres lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At Petco Park: Padres have won 5 of last 7

Key Note: Toronto has scored 3 or fewer in 6 of their last 8 games vs. San Diego.

Key Player Matchups

Bo Bichette (TOR) vs. Germán Márquez (SD)

Bichette: .279 AVG, 14 HR

Márquez’s curveball can challenge aggressive hitters Edge: Slight to Bichette

George Springer (TOR) vs. Padres Bullpen

Springer: .254 AVG, 13 HR

Padres bullpen ranks middle‑tier Edge: Springer

Fernando Tatis Jr. (SD) vs. Kevin Gausman (TOR)

Tatis: .271 AVG, 18 HR

Gausman’s splitter can neutralize aggressive right‑handed hitters Edge: Slight to Gausman

Jake Cronenworth (SD) vs. Blue Jays Pitching

Cronenworth: .262 AVG, 12 HR

Jays pitching struggles at times vs. disciplined left‑handed hitters Edge: Cronenworth

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryBlue JaysPadres
Runs per Game4.184.52
Team ERA4.214.08
Bullpen ERA3.883.71
OPS.712.731
Home Runs98112
Defensive Runs Saved+4+7

Key Insight: Padres hold advantages in offense, rotation stability, and home‑field performance; Blue Jays hold slight edge in bullpen.

Betting Trends

Toronto Blue Jays

3–7 in last 10 road games

2–8 in last 10 vs. NL West

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Gausman starts

Jays 1–6 in last seven Sunday games

San Diego Padres

7–3 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Overs hit in 5 of last 7 Márquez starts

Padres 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Padres have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Average total last 10 meetings: 8.3 runs

Unders hit in 6 of last 10 matchups

Game Odds

Toronto Blue Jays             – 123

San Diego Padres             8.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Atlanta Braves (54-40) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (50-44)

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Venue: Busch Stadium

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

First Pitch: 1:15 PM CT / 11:15 AM PT

Broadcast: Bally Sports South / Bally Sports Midwest / MLB.TV

Weather Update — St. Louis, MO

Temperature: 87–91°F at first pitch

Humidity: 60–70%

Wind: 7–12 mph (blowing out to left‑center)

Rain Chance: 15%

Impact:

Warm, breezy conditions → ball carries well

Boost for right‑handed power hitters

Pitchers must keep the ball down to avoid early HR damage

Team Records & Standings

Atlanta Braves — 54–40 (2nd in NL East)

Elite lineup depth

Rotation stabilizing

Bullpen top‑tier

Road record: 27–21

St. Louis Cardinals — 50–44 (2nd in NL Central)

Offense improving

Rotation inconsistent but trending upward

Bullpen middle‑tier

Home record: 26–20

Injury Report

Atlanta Braves

Ronald Acuña Jr. — Probable (knee)

Austin Riley — Out (hamstring)

Max Fried — Out (shoulder)

Michael Harris II — Questionable (illness)

St. Louis Cardinals

Paul Goldschmidt — Probable (wrist)

Willson Contreras — Out (foot)

Sonny Gray — Out (elbow)

Jordan Walker — Questionable (back)

Impact:

Braves missing Riley reduces right‑handed power.

Cardinals missing Contreras weakens middle‑order slugging and catching depth.

Pitching Matchup — Spencer Ritchie (ATL) vs. Dustin May (STL)

Atlanta Braves — Spencer Ritchie (RHP)

Record: 6–4 ERA: 3.88 WHIP: 1.26 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, sinker, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. left‑handed power

Cardinals’ lineup has several left‑handed threats

Must avoid elevated fastballs in warm conditions

St. Louis Cardinals — Dustin May (RHP)

Record: 7–5 ERA: 3.61 WHIP: 1.19 K/BB: Excellent command

Pitch Mix: Sinker, four‑seam, curveball, cutter

Scouting Notes:

Sinker generates elite ground‑ball rates

Braves’ lineup struggles at times vs. elite movement

Busch Stadium suits his contact‑management style

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Atlanta Braves — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.9 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 3.32

Trending upward; strong late‑inning performance

St. Louis Cardinals — Last 10 Games

5–5

Offense averaging 4.4 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 4.11

Competitive but inconsistent

Series History

All‑Time: Braves lead 1,280–1,210

Last 10 Meetings: Braves lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At Busch Stadium: Braves have won 4 of last 6

Key Note: Braves have scored 5+ runs in 7 of their last 10 games vs. St. Louis.

Key Player Matchups

Ronald Acuña Jr. (ATL) vs. Dustin May (STL)

Acuña: .281 AVG, 18 HR

May’s sinker can jam aggressive hitters Edge: Slight to Acuña

Matt Olson (ATL) vs. Cardinals Bullpen

Olson: .254 AVG, 22 HR

Cardinals bullpen ranks middle‑tier Edge: Olson

Paul Goldschmidt (STL) vs. Spencer Ritchie (ATL)

Goldschmidt: .268 AVG, 17 HR

Ritchie struggles vs. disciplined right‑handed hitters Edge: Goldschmidt

Nolan Arenado (STL) vs. Braves Pitching

Arenado: .262 AVG, 15 HR

Braves pitching struggles at times vs. right‑handed power Edge: Arenado

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryBravesCardinals
Runs per Game4.824.41
Team ERA3.894.18
Bullpen ERA3.454.02
OPS.748.721
Home Runs118104
Defensive Runs Saved+10+6

Key Insight: Braves hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, and bullpen reliability.

Betting Trends

Atlanta Braves

7–3 in last 10 road games

6–2 in last 8 vs. NL Central

Overs hit in 5 of last 7 Ritchie starts

Braves 5–1 in last six Sunday games

St. Louis Cardinals

5–5 in last 10 home games

3–7 in last 10 vs. teams above .500

Unders hit in 6 of last 9 May starts

Cardinals 2–5 in last seven day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Braves have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Braves average 5.0 runs per game vs. STL since 2022

Cardinals have scored 3 or fewer in 6 of last 10 vs. ATL

Game Odds

Atlanta Braves                  8

St. Louis Cardinals           – 121

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Los Angeles Angels (38-58) vs. Minnesota Twins (47-49)

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Venue: Target Field

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

First Pitch: 1:10 PM CT / 11:10 AM PT

Broadcast: Bally Sports West / Bally Sports North / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Minneapolis, MN

Temperature: 82–86°F at first pitch

Humidity: 55–65%

Wind: 8–12 mph (blowing out to left‑center)

Rain Chance: 10%

Impact:

Warm, breezy conditions → ball carries well

Boost for right‑handed power hitters

Pitchers must keep the ball down to avoid early HR damage

Team Records & Standings

Los Angeles Angels — 38–58 (5th in AL West)

Offense bottom‑third in MLB

Rotation inconsistent

Bullpen unreliable

Road record: 17–31

Minnesota Twins — 47–49 (3rd in AL Central)

Offense streaky but improving

Rotation stabilizing behind Bradley

Bullpen middle‑tier

Home record: 25–22

Injury Report

Los Angeles Angels

Mike Trout — Probable (wrist)

Anthony Rendon — Out (hamstring)

Reid Detmers — Out (shoulder)

Logan O’Hoppe — Questionable (illness)

Minnesota Twins

Carlos Correa — Probable (ankle)

Royce Lewis — Out (back)

Bailey Ober — Out (elbow)

Max Kepler — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Angels missing Rendon reduces middle‑order contact hitting.

Twins missing Lewis weakens their best right‑handed slugger.

Pitching Matchup — José Soriano (LAA) vs. Taj Bradley (MIN)

Los Angeles Angels — José Soriano (RHP)

Record: 4–8 ERA: 4.52 WHIP: 1.33 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, sinker, slider, curveball

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle with command early in games

Twins’ lineup aggressive vs. elevated fastballs

Must avoid falling behind in counts

Minnesota Twins — Taj Bradley (RHP)

Record: 7–6 ERA: 3.71 WHIP: 1.22 K/BB: Excellent strikeout profile

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, cutter, slider, curveball

Scouting Notes:

Cutter/slider combo is elite

Angels’ lineup struggles vs. high‑quality breaking balls

Target Field suits his fly‑ball tendencies

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Los Angeles Angels — Last 10 Games

3–7

Offense averaging 3.7 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 4.68

Trending downward; scoring issues persist

Minnesota Twins — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.8 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.92

Trending upward; strong home performances

Series History

All‑Time: Angels lead 330–310

Last 10 Meetings: Twins lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At Target Field: Twins have won 5 of last 7

Key Note: Angels have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games vs. Minnesota.

Key Player Matchups

Mike Trout (LAA) vs. Taj Bradley (MIN)

Trout: .271 AVG, 18 HR

Bradley’s cutter can jam right‑handed hitters Edge: Slight to Bradley

Taylor Ward (LAA) vs. Twins Bullpen

Ward: .258 AVG, 14 HR

Twins bullpen ranks middle‑tier Edge: Slight to Ward

Carlos Correa (MIN) vs. José Soriano (LAA)

Correa: .268 AVG, 13 HR

Soriano struggles vs. disciplined right‑handed hitters Edge: Correa

Byron Buxton (MIN) vs. Angels Pitching

Buxton: .254 AVG, 16 HR

Angels pitching struggles at times vs. right‑handed power Edge: Buxton

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryAngelsTwins
Runs per Game4.034.52
Team ERA4.614.12
Bullpen ERA4.553.88
OPS.699.728
Home Runs91112
Defensive Runs Saved-9+5

Key Insight: Twins hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, bullpen reliability, and home‑field performance.

Betting Trends

Los Angeles Angels

2–8 in last 10 road games

3–7 in last 10 vs. AL Central

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Soriano starts

Angels 1–6 in last seven Sunday games

Minnesota Twins

7–3 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Bradley starts

Twins 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Twins have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Twins average 4.7 runs per game vs. LAA since 2022

Angels have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. MIN

Game Odds

Los Angeles Angels         9

Minnesota Twins             – 132

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Houston Astros (47-50) vs. Texas Rangers (48-47)

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Venue: Globe Life Field

Location: Arlington, Texas

First Pitch: 1:35 PM CT / 11:35 AM PT

Broadcast: AT&T SportsNet Southwest / Bally Sports Southwest / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Arlington, TX

(Globe Life Field is retractable‑roof; weather influences roof decision)

Outside Temperature: 95–99°F

Humidity: 45–55%

Wind: 10–15 mph (southerly breeze)

Rain Chance: 10%

Inside Conditions: Climate‑controlled, neutral hitting environment

Impact:

Roof likely closed due to extreme heat

Neutralizes wind‑boosted HR potential

Favors pitchers with strong command

Team Records & Standings

Houston Astros — 47–50 (4th in AL West)

Offense inconsistent

Rotation middle‑tier

Bullpen improving

Road record: 22–27

Texas Rangers — 48–47 (3rd in AL West)

Offense streaky but dangerous

Rotation stabilizing behind Gore

Bullpen middle‑tier

Home record: 25–22

Injury Report

Houston Astros

Yordan Álvarez — Probable (knee)

Kyle Tucker — Out (hamstring)

Framber Valdez — Out (shoulder)

Jeremy Peña — Questionable (illness)

Texas Rangers

Corey Seager — Probable (wrist)

Josh Jung — Out (foot)

Nathan Eovaldi — Out (elbow)

Evan Carter — Questionable (back)

Impact:

Astros missing Tucker reduces left‑handed power.

Rangers missing Jung weakens middle‑order slugging.

Pitching Matchup — Cristian Javier (HOU) vs. MacKenzie Gore (TEX)

Houston Astros — Cristian Javier (RHP)

Record: 6–7 ERA: 4.18 WHIP: 1.27 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, curveball, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Fastball/slider combo is his bread‑and‑butter

Can struggle with command early in games

Rangers’ lineup aggressive vs. elevated fastballs

Must avoid falling behind in counts

Texas Rangers — MacKenzie Gore (LHP)

Record: 8–6 ERA: 3.62 WHIP: 1.21 K/BB: Excellent strikeout profile

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, curveball, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Slider is a legitimate out pitch

Astros’ lineup struggles at times vs. elite left‑handed pitching

Globe Life Field suits his fly‑ball tendencies

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Houston Astros — Last 10 Games

5–5

Offense averaging 4.4 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 3.71

Competitive but inconsistent

Texas Rangers — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.9 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.88

Trending upward; strong home performances

Series History

All‑Time: Astros lead 132–108

Last 10 Meetings: Astros lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: Rangers lead 2–1

At Globe Life Field: Rangers have won 5 of last 8

Key Note: Astros have scored 3 or fewer in 6 of their last 9 games vs. Texas.

Key Player Matchups

Yordan Álvarez (HOU) vs. MacKenzie Gore (TEX)

Álvarez: .284 AVG, 20 HR

Gore’s slider can neutralize left‑handed power Edge: Slight to Álvarez

Jose Altuve (HOU) vs. Rangers Bullpen

Altuve: .276 AVG, elite contact hitter

Rangers bullpen ranks middle‑tier Edge: Altuve

Corey Seager (TEX) vs. Cristian Javier (HOU)

Seager: .281 AVG, 17 HR

Javier struggles vs. disciplined left‑handed hitters Edge: Seager

Adolis García (TEX) vs. Astros Pitching

García: .262 AVG, 19 HR

Astros pitching struggles at times vs. right‑handed power Edge: García

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryAstrosRangers
Runs per Game4.424.68
Team ERA4.214.08
Bullpen ERA3.713.88
OPS.721.734
Home Runs104118
Defensive Runs Saved+5+7

Key Insight: Rangers hold advantages in offense, rotation strength, and home‑field performance; Astros hold slight edge in bullpen.

Betting Trends

Houston Astros

4–6 in last 10 road games

3–7 in last 10 vs. AL West

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Javier starts

Astros 2–5 in last seven Sunday games

Texas Rangers

7–3 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Gore starts

Rangers 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Rangers have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Average total last 10 meetings: 8.1 runs

Unders hit in 6 of last 10 matchups

GAME ODDS

Houston Astros                 9

Texas Rangers                    – 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 11, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Athletics (41-54) vs. Chicago White Sox (49-45)

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Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field

Location: Chicago, Illinois

First Pitch: 1:10 PM CT / 11:10 AM PT

Broadcast: NBC Sports California / NBC Sports Chicago / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Chicago, IL

Temperature: 84–88°F at first pitch

Humidity: 55–65%

Wind: 10–14 mph (blowing out to left field)

Rain Chance: 15%

Impact:

Warm, breezy conditions → ball carries well

Boost for right‑handed pull hitters

Pitchers must keep the ball down to avoid early HR damage

Team Records & Standings

Athletics — 41–54 (5th in AL West)

Offense bottom‑third in MLB

Rotation inconsistent

Bullpen overworked

Road record: 19–29

Chicago White Sox — 49–45 (3rd in AL Central)

Offense improving

Rotation stabilizing behind Schultz

Bullpen middle‑tier

Home record: 26–21

Injury Report

Athletics

Zack Gelof — Probable (wrist)

Shea Langeliers — Out (hamstring)

JP Sears — Out (shoulder)

Brent Rooker — Questionable (illness)

Chicago White Sox

Luis Robert Jr. — Probable (ankle)

Yoán Moncada — Out (back)

Garrett Crochet — Out (elbow)

Andrew Vaughn — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

A’s missing Langeliers reduces middle‑order power.

White Sox missing Moncada weakens left‑handed contact hitting.

Pitching Matchup — Ginn (OAK) vs. Noah Schultz (CHW)

Athletics — Ginn (RHP)

Record: 3–6 ERA: 4.68 WHIP: 1.34 K/BB: Developing command

Pitch Mix: Sinker, slider, changeup, four‑seam

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best pitch

Can struggle vs. left‑handed power

White Sox lineup has several left‑handed threats

Must avoid elevated sinkers in warm conditions

Chicago White Sox — Noah Schultz (LHP)

Record: 7–5 ERA: 3.41 WHIP: 1.18 K/BB: Excellent strikeout ability

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Slider is a legitimate wipeout pitch

A’s lineup struggles vs. elite left‑handed pitching

Home park suits his command‑heavy style

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Athletics — Last 10 Games

4–6

Offense averaging 3.8 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 4.55

Trending downward; scoring issues persist

Chicago White Sox — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.7 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.88

Trending upward; strong home performances

Series History

All‑Time: White Sox lead 215–190

Last 10 Meetings: White Sox lead 7–3

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At Guaranteed Rate Field: White Sox have won 5 of last 7

Key Note: A’s have scored 3 or fewer in 6 of their last 8 games vs. Chicago.

Key Player Matchups

Luis Robert Jr. (CHW) vs. Ginn (OAK)

Robert: .271 AVG, 18 HR

Ginn struggles vs. left‑handed power Edge: Robert

Andrew Vaughn (CHW) vs. A’s Bullpen

Vaughn: .258 AVG, 14 HR

A’s bullpen ranks bottom‑five in WHIP Edge: Vaughn

Zack Gelof (OAK) vs. Noah Schultz (CHW)

Gelof: .254 AVG, 12 HR

Schultz’s slider can neutralize aggressive hitters Edge: Schultz

Brent Rooker (OAK) vs. White Sox Pitching

Rooker: .248 AVG, 16 HR

White Sox pitching struggles at times vs. right‑handed power Edge: Slight to Rooker (if active)

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryAthleticsWhite Sox
Runs per Game4.014.52
Team ERA4.624.08
Bullpen ERA4.553.88
OPS.694.728
Home Runs92110
Defensive Runs Saved-8+6

Key Insight: White Sox hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, bullpen reliability, and home‑field performance.

Betting Trends

Athletics

3–7 in last 10 road games

2–8 in last 10 vs. AL Central

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Ginn starts

A’s 1–6 in last seven Sunday games

Chicago White Sox

7–3 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Schultz starts

White Sox 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

White Sox have covered run line in 6 of last 9

White Sox average 4.8 runs per game vs. OAK since 2022

A’s have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. CHW

Game Odds

Athletics                              8.5

Chicago White Sox          – 126

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MLB Game Preview: Boston Red Sox (45-48) vs. New York Mets (40-56)

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Venue: Citi Field

Location: Queens, New York

First Pitch: 1:40 PM ET / 10:40 AM PT

Broadcast: NESN / SNY / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Queens, NY

Temperature: 86–90°F at first pitch

Humidity: 55–65%

Wind: 7–11 mph (blowing out to right field)

Rain Chance: 10%

Impact:

Warm, breezy conditions → ball carries well to right

Boost for left‑handed power hitters

Pitchers must keep the ball down to avoid early HR damage

Team Records & Standings

Boston Red Sox — 45–48 (4th in AL East)

Offense inconsistent

Rotation middle‑tier

Bullpen volatile

Road record: 21–26

New York Mets — 40–56 (5th in NL East)

Offense streaky

Pitching staff struggling

Bullpen bottom‑third in MLB

Home record: 20–28

Injury Report

Boston Red Sox

Rafael Devers — Probable (wrist)

Triston Casas — Out (shoulder)

Nick Pivetta — Out (forearm)

Jarren Duran — Questionable (illness)

New York Mets

Francisco Lindor — Probable (ankle)

Pete Alonso — Out (knee)

Kodai Senga — Out (shoulder)

Starling Marte — Questionable (back)

Impact:

Red Sox missing Casas reduces left‑handed power.

Mets missing Alonso removes their biggest HR threat.

Pitching Matchup — Tanner Tolle (BOS) vs. Tyler Thornton (NYM)

Boston Red Sox — Tanner Tolle (LHP)

Record: 3–5 ERA: 4.44 WHIP: 1.32 K/BB: Developing command

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup, cutter

Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. right‑handed power

Mets’ lineup weakened without Alonso

Must avoid middle‑middle fastballs in warm conditions

New York Mets — Tyler Thornton (RHP)

Record: 4–7 ERA: 4.71 WHIP: 1.36 K/BB: Average command

Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, curveball, slider, changeup

Scouting Notes:

Curveball generates soft contact

Red Sox lineup struggles at times vs. elite breaking balls

Citi Field suppresses HRs slightly, helping his fly‑ball tendencies

Must avoid falling behind in counts

Recent Team Form

Boston Red Sox — Last 10 Games

5–5

Offense averaging 4.4 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 4.12

Competitive but inconsistent

New York Mets — Last 10 Games

3–7

Offense averaging 3.9 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 4.68

Trending downward; pitching staff struggling

Series History

All‑Time: Red Sox lead 44–38

Last 10 Meetings: Red Sox lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At Citi Field: Red Sox have won 4 of last 6

Key Note: Mets have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games vs. Boston.

Key Player Matchups

Rafael Devers (BOS) vs. Tyler Thornton (NYM)

Devers: .279 AVG, 19 HR

Thornton’s curveball can challenge aggressive hitters Edge: Devers

Masataka Yoshida (BOS) vs. Mets Bullpen

Yoshida: .285 AVG, elite contact hitter

Mets bullpen ranks bottom‑five in WHIP Edge: Yoshida

Francisco Lindor (NYM) vs. Tanner Tolle (BOS)

Lindor: .254 AVG, 14 HR

Tolle struggles vs. right‑handed power Edge: Lindor

Brandon Nimmo (NYM) vs. Red Sox Pitching

Nimmo: .268 AVG, strong OBP

Red Sox pitching struggles at times vs. left‑handed hitters Edge: Nimmo

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryRed SoxMets
Runs per Game4.524.09
Team ERA4.184.62
Bullpen ERA4.054.48
OPS.726.703
Home Runs10394
Defensive Runs Saved+4-6

Key Insight: Red Sox hold advantages in offense, pitching depth, and bullpen reliability.

Betting Trends

Boston Red Sox

6–4 in last 10 road games

5–3 in last 8 vs. NL East

Overs hit in 5 of last 7 Tolle starts

Red Sox 4–2 in last six Sunday games

New York Mets

3–7 in last 10 home games

2–8 in last 10 vs. teams above .500

Overs hit in 6 of last 9 Thornton starts

Mets 1–5 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Red Sox have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Red Sox average 4.8 runs per game vs. NYM since 2022

Mets have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. BOS

Game Odds

Boston Red Sox                 – 118

New York Mets                 8

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MLB Game Preview: Cleveland Guardians (50-46) vs. Miami Marlins (52-44)

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Venue: LoanDepot Park

Location: Miami, Florida

First Pitch: 1:40 PM ET / 10:40 AM PT

Broadcast: Bally Sports Great Lakes / Bally Sports Florida / MLB.TV

Weather Update — Miami, FL

(LoanDepot Park is retractable‑roof; weather affects roof decision, not gameplay)

Outside Temperature: 90–94°F

Humidity: 70–80%

Wind: 10–14 mph (Atlantic breeze)

Rain Chance: 50% (typical Miami summer storms)

Inside Conditions: Climate‑controlled, pitcher‑friendly environment

Impact:

Roof likely closed → suppresses home‑run distance

Favors contact hitters and ground‑ball pitchers

Team Records & Standings

Cleveland Guardians — 50–46 (3rd in AL Central)

Strong pitching depth

Offense inconsistent but improving

Road record: 23–25

Miami Marlins — 52–44 (2nd in NL East)

Elite pitching staff

Offense streaky but dangerous at home

Home record: 28–20

Injury Report

Cleveland Guardians

José Ramírez — Probable (ankle)

Josh Naylor — Out (hamstring)

Triston McKenzie — Out (shoulder)

Steven Kwan — Questionable (illness)

Miami Marlins

Jazz Chisholm Jr. — Probable (back)

Jesús Luzardo — Out (elbow)

Jake Burger — Out (foot)

Nick Fortes — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Guardians missing Naylor reduces middle‑order power.

Marlins missing Luzardo weakens rotation depth but Phillips has stepped up.

Pitching Matchup — Joey Cantillo (CLE) vs. Evan Phillips (MIA)

Cleveland Guardians — Joey Cantillo (LHP)

Record: 5–6 ERA: 4.12 WHIP: 1.29 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup, curveball Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. right‑handed power

Marlins’ lineup has several right‑handed sluggers

Must avoid elevated fastballs in pitcher‑friendly park

Miami Marlins — Evan Phillips (RHP)

Record: 7–4 ERA: 3.21 WHIP: 1.14 K/BB: Excellent command Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, cutter, slider, sinker Scouting Notes:

Cutter/slider combo is elite

Guardians’ lineup struggles vs. high‑quality breaking balls

Home park suits his contact‑management style

Can dominate left‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Cleveland Guardians — Last 10 Games

5–5

Offense averaging 4.3 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 3.62

Competitive but inconsistent

Miami Marlins — Last 10 Games

6–4

Offense averaging 4.6 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.77

Trending upward; strong home performances

Series History

All‑Time: Guardians lead 23–18

Last 10 Meetings: Guardians lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: First meeting

At LoanDepot Park: Guardians have won 4 of last 6

Key Note: Cleveland has held Miami to 3 or fewer runs in 7 of their last 10 meetings.

Key Player Matchups

José Ramírez (CLE) vs. Evan Phillips (MIA)

Ramírez: .278 AVG, 19 HR

Phillips’ cutter can jam switch‑hitters Edge: Slight to Phillips

Andrés Giménez (CLE) vs. Marlins Bullpen

Giménez: .264 AVG, elite contact hitter

Marlins bullpen ranks top‑10 in WHIP Edge: Marlins bullpen

Jazz Chisholm Jr. (MIA) vs. Joey Cantillo (CLE)

Chisholm: .257 AVG, 15 HR

Cantillo struggles vs. right‑handed power Edge: Chisholm

Josh Bell (MIA) vs. Guardians Pitching

Bell: .248 AVG, 13 HR

Guardians pitching struggles at times vs. switch‑hitters Edge: Bell

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryGuardiansMarlins
Runs per Game4.344.58
Team ERA3.894.02
Bullpen ERA3.453.61
OPS.714.732
Home Runs98112
Defensive Runs Saved+7+9

Key Insight: Marlins hold advantages in offense, home‑field performance, and lineup power; Guardians hold slight edge in bullpen.

Betting Trends

Cleveland Guardians

4–6 in last 10 road games

3–7 in last 10 vs. NL East

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Cantillo starts

Guardians 2–5 in last seven Sunday games

Miami Marlins

7–3 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams above .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Phillips starts

Marlins 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Guardians have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Average total last 10 meetings: 7.1 runs

Unders hit in 7 of last 10 matchups

Game Odds

Cleveland Guardians      7.5

Miami Marlins                  – 109

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MLB Game Preview: Seattle Mariners (47-49) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (56-37)

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Venue: Tropicana Field

Location: St. Petersburg, Florida

First Pitch: 1:40 PM ET / 10:40 AM PT

Broadcast: ROOT Sports Northwest / Bally Sports Sun / MLB.TV

Weather Update — St. Petersburg, FL

(Tropicana Field is indoors; weather affects fan comfort, not gameplay)

Outside Temperature: 90–94°F

Humidity: 70–80%

Wind: 10–14 mph (Gulf breeze)

Rain Chance: 40% (typical Florida summer storms)

Inside Conditions: Climate‑controlled, neutral hitting environment

Team Records & Standings

Seattle Mariners — 47–49 (4th in AL West)

Offense inconsistent; pitching middle‑tier

Bullpen strong but overworked

Road record: 22–27

Tampa Bay Rays — 56–37 (2nd in AL East)

Elite pitching staff

Offense efficient, strong situational hitting

Home record: 30–17

Injury Report

Seattle Mariners

Julio Rodríguez — Probable (wrist)

Ty France — Out (hamstring)

Logan Gilbert — Out (shoulder)

Cal Raleigh — Questionable (illness)

Tampa Bay Rays

Yandy Díaz — Probable (back)

Shane McClanahan — Out (elbow)

Josh Lowe — Out (foot)

Randy Arozarena — Questionable (illness)

Impact:

Mariners missing France reduces right‑handed power.

Rays missing McClanahan weakens rotation depth but Seymour has stepped up.

Pitching Matchup — Emerson Hancock (SEA) vs. Ian Seymour (TB)

Seattle Mariners — Emerson Hancock (RHP)

Record: 4–7 ERA: 4.62 WHIP: 1.34 K/BB: Developing command Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, sinker, slider, changeup Scouting Notes:

Slider is his best swing‑and‑miss pitch

Can struggle vs. left‑handed hitters

Rays’ lineup excels at exploiting young pitchers

Must avoid middle‑middle fastballs

Tampa Bay Rays — Ian Seymour (LHP)

Record: 8–4 ERA: 3.38 WHIP: 1.19 K/BB: Strong strikeout ability Pitch Mix: Four‑seam, slider, changeup, cutter Scouting Notes:

Slider is a legitimate out pitch

Mariners’ lineup struggles vs. elite left‑handed pitching

Tropicana Field suits his command‑heavy style

Can dominate right‑handed hitters

Recent Team Form

Seattle Mariners — Last 10 Games

4–6

Offense averaging 4.1 runs per game

Bullpen ERA: 3.55

Trending downward; inconsistent scoring

Tampa Bay Rays — Last 10 Games

7–3

Offense averaging 4.8 runs per game

Rotation ERA: 3.44

Trending upward; strong home dominance

Series History

All‑Time: Rays lead 150–142

Last 10 Meetings: Rays lead 6–4

2026 Season Series: Rays lead 2–1

At Tropicana Field: Rays have won 6 of last 8

Key Note: Mariners have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games vs. Tampa Bay.

Key Player Matchups

Julio Rodríguez (SEA) vs. Ian Seymour (TB)

Rodríguez: .271 AVG, 15 HR

Seymour’s slider can neutralize aggressive hitters Edge: Seymour

J.P. Crawford (SEA) vs. Rays Bullpen

Crawford: .258 AVG, strong OBP

Rays bullpen ranks top‑five in WHIP Edge: Rays bullpen

Yandy Díaz (TB) vs. Emerson Hancock (SEA)

Díaz: .292 AVG, elite contact hitter

Hancock struggles vs. disciplined hitters Edge: Díaz

Isaac Paredes (TB) vs. Mariners Pitching

Paredes: .254 AVG, 17 HR

Mariners pitching struggles vs. right‑handed power Edge: Paredes

Statistical Comparison (2026 Season)

CategoryMarinersRays
Runs per Game4.184.62
Team ERA4.213.78
Bullpen ERA3.553.61
OPS.708.732
Home Runs98112
Defensive Runs Saved+6+10

Key Insight: Rays hold advantages in offense, rotation strength, and home‑field performance.

Betting Trends

Seattle Mariners

3–7 in last 10 road games

2–6 in last 8 vs. AL East

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Hancock starts

Mariners 1–5 in last six Sunday games

Tampa Bay Rays

8–2 in last 10 home games

6–2 in last 8 vs. teams below .500

Unders hit in 5 of last 7 Seymour starts

Rays 5–1 in last six day games

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Rays have covered run line in 6 of last 9

Rays average 4.7 runs per game vs. SEA since 2022

Mariners have scored 3 or fewer in 7 of last 10 vs. TB

Game Odds

Seattle Mariners              7.5

Tampa Bay Rays                – 137

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