IMG_5124.jpegMerrill Kelly o5.5 Ks/ARI TT o2.5 +110

This season, Kelly been an absolute beast when playing on his home turf, averaging 7.43 strikeouts per game. That's a significant jump from his overall season average of 6.31 Ks and his 5.0 Ks on the road. With tonight's game taking place in Arizona, it's safe to say that Kelly is in his element and ready to rack up those strikeouts against this strikeout prone Phillys team.

The Diamondbacks have cleared this total of 2.5 runs in nearly every game this month, with the exception of one game against Spencer Strider and the Atlanta Braves. In their last meeting with the Phillies, Arizona put up 5 runs in just the 3rd inning, making it clear that they have the offensive firepower to support Kelly on the mound. And let's not forget that the Snakes are looking for redemption after getting absolutely demolished by the Phillies last night, losing 15-3. You better believe that they're going to come out swinging (or, in Kelly's case, pitching) with a vengeance, determined to make a statement and turn things around.