St.Louis Cardinals @ Washington Nationals u9.0
Thu Jun 5 ‘08 1:10p - Courtesy of Alex Smart
Reason: Todd Wellemeyer (6-1,3.16 ERA) enters this contest in top form. The Cards right hander has been a work horse, going at least 6 innings in 10 of his 12 starts this season, and Im expecting nothing changes today against a light hitting Washington Nationals batting order that is averaging just .220 vs righties this season. His pitching opponent from the Nats, John Lannan(4-5,3.52 era), is another top quality hurler, that is pitching very well, allowing 2 or less runs in 6 of his L9 starts this season. His big problem is run support. Both hurlers are backed with capable , bullpens. Considering how well each of these throwers has been performing, it will be an easy decision to back this tilt to go under the number. Final notes & Key Trends: Washington is 10-2 UNDER in home games against right-handed starters this season, with the average combined score ringing in at 6.7 RPG. Washington is 16-3 L19 UNDER against NL squads with an on base percentage of .350 or better, with the average combined score clicking in at 6.7 RPG. Under is 15-3 L 18 meetings in Washington. Play UNDER