PHI Phillies @ ATL Braves
Selection: ATL Braves PK -164 / 1.60
J Blanton & J Jurrjens Must Start
Last time out, Jurrjens outpitched C Hamels and limited the Phillies to 1 ERA through 6.5 innings. The Braves won 5-2 on the road. Jurrjens’ last 5 starts against Phillies have only allowed 8 ERA in 33.5 innings. Note Jurrjens pitches much better in home than on road.
While the bullpen didn’t get it done last night, the Braves’ relievers have been very solid this season. Indeed, they entered last night’s game with a combined 2.86 ERA and 1.15 WHIP.
Even with Heyward expected to miss another game, the Braves also still have arguably the better offense. Except McLouth and Uggla, the rest line up hit Blanton > 0.286.
Braves should win this game.
John
Free Pick:
NY Mets @ HOU Astros
Selection: Total OVER 7.5
R Dickey & J Happ Must Start
John
