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Nationals/Rangers MLB BOOKIE BU$TER

The Angle(s): Rangers righty Cal Quantrill (4-4, 3.44 ERA) takes the mound amidst a heavily depleted Rangers pitching staff, but his track record against Washington gives the underdog visitors plenty of cause for optimism. Current Nationals batters have tagged Quantrill for a past .308 average over 26 career at-bats, and Quantrill has historically labored in this matchup, entering with a 0-1 record and a 4.50 ERA across four career outings against Washington.

The Nationals send rookie southpaw Jackson Kent (0-0, 6.75 ERA) to the hill for his second career big-league start. While Kent is still working to establish himself at the major-league level, Washington's betting profile presents massive situational value here. Texas has proven to be a major bankroll drainer when expected to control games at home; the Rangers enter this contest with an abysmal 10-21 record against the runline as home favorites, suggesting seveal close games, and I like the price we get on the under. 

The Bet: Nationals (3%). 

Padres vs Mets MLB FREE PICK

The Angle(s): The San Diego Padres hand the ball to veteran southpaw Robbie Ray (10-7, 3.28 ERA), who gives San Diego a massive edge in this matchup given the Mets' agonizing struggles against left-handed pitching this season. New York has been a bankroll drainer against southpaws, posting an abysmal 13-21 record (-32% ROI) when facing left-handed starters. Additionally, as home underdogs, the Mets have collapsed to a 2-11 record (-67% ROI). 

The Mets counter by sending rookie right-hander Zac Thornton (3-3, 2.78 ERA) to the bump, and while Thornton's ERA looks shiny enough through his limited action, New York is an auto-fade in this specific betting role. 

San Diego comes into this contest riding strong momentum (7-3 over their last 10 games) and boasting a lineup equipped to capitalize on New York’s home-dog struggles.

The Bet: Padres (3%). 

4% Yankees/Orioles MLB TOP PLAY of the Day

The Angle(s): Baltimore hands the ball to right-hander Shane Baz (4-12, 4.00 ERA)), and while he was hit hard by the Bronx Bombers back in early May, Baz has settled into a much tighter rhythm down the stretch. Three of his last four starts have stayed under the total. 

The Yankees turn to lefty Carlos Rodon (4-2, 3.30 ERA), who has settled in as a durable, reliable rotation piece for New York. With the Orioles lineup battling through mid-August fatigue and 57% to the under against left-handed starters on the season, Rodon is well-positioned to keep Baltimore's power locked down in this contest.

The Bet: Under (4%).