The Philadelphia Phillies have the NL East lead in their sights, and if things shake out the right way today, could be tied atop the division at the end of the night. Will the New York Mets show a little pride and trip the Phillies up, or will the Phillies continue their domination of the Mets?
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San Diego Padres vs St. Louis Cardinals Preview: Ageless Wonder Wainwright and Cardinals to Continue WIld Card Charge
The St. Louis Cardinals enhanced their NL wild card hopes last night by downing the San Diego Padres in the opener of their series in St. Louis. It was their sixth win in a row, and they are good value to make it a lucky seven against Yu Darvish and the Padres.
Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay Rays Preview: Another Over in the Offing in Second Showdown Between Tigers, Rays
Last night’s meeting between the Detroit Tigers and Tampa Bay Rays needed extra innings for the over to cash. We likely won’t need that to be the case tonight if things go as they often have in Ryan Yarbrough’s starts this season.
San Diego Padres vs St. Louis Cardinals Preview: Who Will Strike First in Major Matchup Between NL Wild Card Hopefuls?
The St. Louis Cardinals battered and fried the Mets in a sweep in the Big Apple this week, and now they take aim at the San Diego Padres, who will be hoping that two timely wins in San Francisco are the start of a surge at the plate and in the standings. Will we see our fair share of runs in tonight’s opener?
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Cincinnati Reds Preview: Back Buehler to Boost Cy Young Resume in Cincinnati?
The Los Angeles Dodgers have the NL West lead in their sights, now trailing the San Francisco Giants by only a game. Tonight they will look to put some pressure on the Giants, who play late tonight against the Atlanta Braves, with a win in Cincinnati. With Walker Buehler on the bump, the Dodgers should win their 7th in a row.
Philadelphia Phillies vs New York Mets Preview: Wheeler Looks to Blank Mets Again and Close Gap on Braves in NL East
The NL East race could be turned on its head this weekend. The Atlanta Braves visit the San Francisco Giants, while the Philadelphia Phillies visit the New York Mets, who were just swept at home by the St. Louis Cardinals. Can the Phillies start the weekend with a big win tonight at Citi Field? With Zack Wheeler on the mound, they are good value to do so.
Oakland A’s vs Kansas City Royals: Runs to Keep Coming in Kansas City in Pivotal Series Finale for A’s
Runs have not been scarce in the first two games between the Oakland A’s and Kansas City Royals, with 17 coming in Tuesday’s game and 22 last night. Look for the scoring to continue in this afternoon’s series finale, which the A’s need for their fading playoff hopes.
St. Louis Cardinals vs New York Mets Preview: Sweep-Seeking St. Louis Looks to Drive the Nail Into Mets’ Petering Postseason Possibilities
Somehow, the St. Louis Cardinals currently lead the race for the NL’s second wild card. The New York Mets are still hanging in the race for now, but a sweep at the hands of the Cardinals tonight would all but end those hopes. And Jon Lester and the Cardinals are good value to do just that.
Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Preview: Ray, Jays to Resoundingly Rebound From Rare Shutout?
After a rare shutout, the Toronto Blue Jays look to bounce back this afternoon against the Tampa Bay Rays. With AL Cy Young candidate Robbie Ray on the mound, the Jays are excellent value to do just that and pick up an important win.
Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Preview: Blue Jays Look to Consolidate Playoff Position Against AL East Leaders
After scoring 44 runs in 24 hours against the Orioles, the Toronto Blue Jays look to keep rolling against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays are coasting to the AL East title, but they will hit a little speed bump tonight against Alek Manoah and the Blue Jays.