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Pick #2 Adam wainwright over 6.5 hits allowed (+110 draftkings)
Buckle up for a wild night as St. Louis Cardinals' Adam Wainwright takes on the high-flying Texas Rangers, with the over on pitching-hits allowed set at 6.5.
The MLB season is in full swing, and it's time to dive into the upcoming Texas-St. Louis showdown, focusing on the Cardinals' right-hander Adam Wainwright. After a rocky start to the season, Wainwright is looking to bounce back, but with the explosive Texas Rangers lineup waiting for him, we're picking the over on his pitching-hits allowed at 6.5. Let's break down the data and see why this bet is a solid choice for those looking to ride the wave with Wainwright.
First, let's look at the man himself. Wainwright (2-1, 6.15 ERA) has struggled to find his footing this season, averaging 7.4 pitching-hits allowed per game. His numbers don't improve much when looking at home and away splits, with an average of 7.33 pitching-hits allowed at home and 7.5 on the road. His recent performance doesn't offer much hope either, showing a downward trend over the last 10 and 5 games, with an average of 7.4 pitching-hits allowed in both spans.
Out of his five starts this season, Wainwright has allowed more than 6.5 hits in four games, with only one game falling below the mark. The consistency in his numbers over the last 20, 10, and 5 games further supports the likelihood of Wainwright allowing more than 6.5 hits in the upcoming matchup against the Rangers.
Now, let's take a look at the opposing team. The Texas Rangers are a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting one of the hottest-hitting lineups in the majors. They're currently the only team averaging more than six runs per game (6.48) and hold the league's top spot with a .345 on-base percentage. The Rangers are coming off a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners, where they racked up a combined 34 hits in their last two games alone. It's safe to say their bats are on fire, and they're not showing any signs of cooling off.
Facing this potent Rangers lineup will be no easy task for Wainwright, especially considering his recent struggles. In his only appearance against the Rangers, back in June 2013, he took the loss after allowing one run in 6 2/3 innings. While this may seem like a promising stat, it's important to remember that this year's Rangers team is a completely different beast.
The Rangers' recent series against the Mariners showcased their offensive prowess, with players like Corey Seager going 7-for-12 with a homer, three doubles, and six RBIs, Jonah Heim homering and driving in five runs on Sunday, and Marcus Semien hitting a home run and two doubles while going 4-for-6 on Saturday. St. Louis will have their hands full trying to contain this explosive lineup, and Wainwright's current form doesn't instill much confidence in his ability to do so.
On the other side of the mound, Texas left-hander Martin Perez (6-1, 4.43) is looking to continue his winning ways. Though his last start against the Detroit Tigers wasn't his best, allowing six runs on seven hits and four walks, the Rangers still managed to win the game 10-6. With the team's offense providing ample run support, Wainwright will need to be on top of his game to outduel Perez and keep the Rangers' bats in check.
Taking all this data into account, it's clear that Wainwright faces an uphill battle against the red-hot Rangers lineup. With his recent struggles and the Rangers' impressive offensive stats, we're confident in picking the over for Wainwright's pitching-hits allowed at 6.5. It's time to ride the wave with Wainwright and the Rangers, so don't miss out on this high-flying Texas showdown.
Pick #2 Adam wainwright over 6.5 hits allowed (+110 draftkings)
Buckle up for a wild night as St. Louis Cardinals' Adam Wainwright takes on the high-flying Texas Rangers, with the over on pitching-hits allowed set at 6.5.
The MLB season is in full swing, and it's time to dive into the upcoming Texas-St. Louis showdown, focusing on the Cardinals' right-hander Adam Wainwright. After a rocky start to the season, Wainwright is looking to bounce back, but with the explosive Texas Rangers lineup waiting for him, we're picking the over on his pitching-hits allowed at 6.5. Let's break down the data and see why this bet is a solid choice for those looking to ride the wave with Wainwright.
First, let's look at the man himself. Wainwright (2-1, 6.15 ERA) has struggled to find his footing this season, averaging 7.4 pitching-hits allowed per game. His numbers don't improve much when looking at home and away splits, with an average of 7.33 pitching-hits allowed at home and 7.5 on the road. His recent performance doesn't offer much hope either, showing a downward trend over the last 10 and 5 games, with an average of 7.4 pitching-hits allowed in both spans.
Out of his five starts this season, Wainwright has allowed more than 6.5 hits in four games, with only one game falling below the mark. The consistency in his numbers over the last 20, 10, and 5 games further supports the likelihood of Wainwright allowing more than 6.5 hits in the upcoming matchup against the Rangers.
Now, let's take a look at the opposing team. The Texas Rangers are a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting one of the hottest-hitting lineups in the majors. They're currently the only team averaging more than six runs per game (6.48) and hold the league's top spot with a .345 on-base percentage. The Rangers are coming off a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners, where they racked up a combined 34 hits in their last two games alone. It's safe to say their bats are on fire, and they're not showing any signs of cooling off.
Facing this potent Rangers lineup will be no easy task for Wainwright, especially considering his recent struggles. In his only appearance against the Rangers, back in June 2013, he took the loss after allowing one run in 6 2/3 innings. While this may seem like a promising stat, it's important to remember that this year's Rangers team is a completely different beast.
The Rangers' recent series against the Mariners showcased their offensive prowess, with players like Corey Seager going 7-for-12 with a homer, three doubles, and six RBIs, Jonah Heim homering and driving in five runs on Sunday, and Marcus Semien hitting a home run and two doubles while going 4-for-6 on Saturday. St. Louis will have their hands full trying to contain this explosive lineup, and Wainwright's current form doesn't instill much confidence in his ability to do so.
On the other side of the mound, Texas left-hander Martin Perez (6-1, 4.43) is looking to continue his winning ways. Though his last start against the Detroit Tigers wasn't his best, allowing six runs on seven hits and four walks, the Rangers still managed to win the game 10-6. With the team's offense providing ample run support, Wainwright will need to be on top of his game to outduel Perez and keep the Rangers' bats in check.
Taking all this data into account, it's clear that Wainwright faces an uphill battle against the red-hot Rangers lineup. With his recent struggles and the Rangers' impressive offensive stats, we're confident in picking the over for Wainwright's pitching-hits allowed at 6.5. It's time to ride the wave with Wainwright and the Rangers, so don't miss out on this high-flying Texas showdown.
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