Seattle at Minnesota 7:10 ET

Mariners over Twins- Seattle was undefeated in road series this season (5-0-2) until their 5-4 loss to Detroit yesterday. The Mariners also lost All-Star Robinson Cano with a broken pinky and his durability of playing 150 games a season for 11 straight years will end in 2018. Wade LeBlanc (0-0, 3.18 ERA) will be making his third start for the injured Erasmo Ramirez so far he has allowed just seven hits in nine innings of work to date. Mariners to get ti right on the right once again. Take SEATTLE!

Tampa Bay at Kansas City 7:05 ET

Rays over Royals- Rays manager Kevin Cash is not happy with what he saw Sunday as his relief pitchers surrendered 12 earned runs in their humiliating 17-1 loss at Baltimore. After that performance Tampa Bay will face rookie Eric Skoglund (1-2, 6.34 ERA) who is 0-2 with a 6.55 ERA as a starter and he will be opposed by Rays Ryan Yarbrough (2-2, 4.30) who has allowed just 22 hits in 29.1 inning. Although the Rays have struggled in KC winning just nine of the last 34 meetings but today they bust into double-digit wins. Take TAMPA BAY!

Washington at Arizona 8:08 ET

Nationals over Diamondbacks- Things have started to 'turn' for both these clubs but in different directions. Washington was won three straight and have won 12 of their last 14 while Arizona has lost four straight and a series for the first time this season. Pitching has been the key for the Nationals as they have taken the D'backs down 2-1, 3-1 and 2-1 and tonight they send Jeremy Hellickson (1-0, 2.28 ERA) to the hill and he has allowed three or fewer runs in all five of his starts this season. The Nationals have won 17 of the past 22 meetings in Arizona and get one more win tonight. Take WASHINGTON!

Minnesota at L.A. Angels 9:07 ET

Twins over Angels- Minnesota who was off to a terrible start on the season has climbed back within 2-games of the break even mark and will start Kyle Gibson (1-1, 3.49 ERA). The Angels are off to a decent start but are just 9-11 at home and will send Nick Tropeano (1-2, 3.42) whois coming off the disabled list to make his first start since May 1. The Twins Gibson has been outstanding although his record doesn't reflect effectiveness has allowed just 29 hits in 39 innings of work while Minnesota is 11-5 in the last 16 meetings. Take the TWINS!

St. Louis at San Diego 8:40 ET

Padres over Cardinals- This is going to be a difficult game to justify as the Padres are last in the NL West and have so many short-comings. To start with they have the lowest On-Base-Percentage of any team in baseball and the only team under .300 OBP. They are just 8-17 at home and have lost seven of their last wight meetings against the Cardinals. But, there is one bright spot for San Diego and that is starting pitcher Tyson Ross (2-3, 3.67 ERA) who has allowed just 34 hits in 41.2 innings of work but has received kittle offensive support. Tonight, San Diego will hopefully put enough runs together to win at home. Take the PADRES!

Tampa Bay at Baltimore 7:05 ET

Orioles over Rays- Tampa Bay has cooled off since their eight-game winning streak and have lost their last three and six of nine since. The Rays will start Jake Faria (3-1, 4.15 ERA) who has won his last three decisions and is 1-0 with a 4.78 ERA against Baltimore. The lowly Orioles will start their lone bright spot on the hill as Kevin Gausman (2-2, 3.30) gets the starts and he has had four quality starts in his last five outings including nine shutout innings last Saturday posting a 2.26 ERA. Looking better...take BALTIMORE!

Boston at New York Yankees 7:05 ET

Red Sox over Yankees- True blue baseball fans are excited about what the season will bring from what they have seen in the AL East. The Yankees and Red Sox are battling in what is considered baseball's greatest rivalry and they are matching each other blow-for-blow. Boston started the season winning 17 of their first 18 with their lone loss coming at the hands of the Yankees. Now, it's New York that is 17-1 in their last 18 and have taken over the AL East lead. Both clubs will send an undefeated hurler to the hill tonight as Boston sends Eduardo Rodriguez (3-0, 5.29 ERA) to the bump and he has had great support (Sox 6-0 in his starts) with his teammates giving him 7.2 runs per outing. The Yankees will send CC Sabathia (2-0, 1.39) to the mound and he has dominated Boston going 4-0 with a 1.04 ERA in four starts last season. The Red Sox look to leave town even with New York and get the win tonight. Take BOSTON!

Arizona at L.A. Dodgers 10:10 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- Boy, this one hurts. With the bases loaded and only one out the Dodgers failed to push across the winning run last night and lost in 12. When looking at the 'numbers' surrounding this contest it is all one-sided as the Diamondbacks have dominated this series that past two regular seasons. The pitching matchup appears one-sided as Arizona's Patrick Corbin (4-0, 2.15 ERA) has thrown 13.1 innings against the Dodgers this season allowing just one run but, his lifetime record against them is just 4-9. Alex Wood (0-3, 3.83) has not picked up a win despite allowing no more then three runs in five of his seven outings. This time he picks up the win. Take LOS ANGELES!

Pittsburgh at Chicago White Sox 2:10 ET

White Sox over Pirates- The White Sox have turned the home field 'advantage' into something different as they have won just three of 17 games as hosts. Chicago has now lost four in-a-row and at 9-24 are second worst to the Orioles. Pittsburgh has been a huge surprise out of the gate as their lineup has provided runs for their starters including Trevor Williams (4-2, 2.63 ERA) who has allowed just 27 hits in 41 innings. Chicago's bright spot on the mound is Reynaldo Lopez (0-2, 2.43) who has yet to win as he has received just 2.8 runs per game support. Lopez has allowed just 28 hits in 37 innings as he looks to take the Pirates down here as they are 3-9 in their last 12 road games. Take CHICAGO!

New York Mets at Cincinnati 12:35 ET

Reds over Mets- After starting the season 11-1 the Mets have been besieged with injuries and poor play losing 15 of their last 22. This afternoon, New York will start Zack Wheeler (2-2, 5.79 ERA) who has yet to prove that he belongs in the 'Show' as he was moved up for Triple-A Las Vegas because staff injuries. Of course the storyline in Cincinnati is about Matt Harvey being traded from the Mets to the Reds yesterday but with Wheelers' past performances being ignored. He gave up eight runs on 10 hits in his last outing and I expect more of the same here. Reds bats have picked up of late whereas Sal Romano (2-3, 4.21) is off his best game of the season allowing just one run in 6.1 innings. Take CINCINNATI!

Arizona at L.A. Dodgers 10:10 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- Arizona is beginning to run away with the NL West as the Dodgers are trying to stay within range until their depleted line-up gets healthy. The Diamondbacks have won 10 series with one split (2-2) and it was against the Dodgers last week. With three players going on the DL in their 3-7 road trip Los Angeles will start Rich Hill (1-1, 6.00 ERA) who will be coming off the DL to get the start. He is a horrid 1-6 with a 5.50 ERA in 10 career starts versus Arizona as the Dodgers are 3-7 against the D'backs this season. Tonight the Dodgers suck it up behind Hill. Take LOS ANGELES!

L.A. Angels at Colorado 8:40 ET

Rockies over Angels- After a 'rocky' start Colorado has put it together winning their last five and 8-of-11. The Angels who lead the series between these two 24-8 and they are 11-2 at Coors Field. But, Colorado is starting Jon Gray (3-4, 4.99 ERA) who is 2-0 with and ERA of 0.69 in his past two starts and is 13-6 in 30 career starts at home. Los Angeles will start Andrew Heaney (1-1, 5.31) who will try and extend LA's nine game winning streak against the Rockies. This time around it's...COLORADO!

Atlanta at Tampa Bay 7:10 ET

Rays over Braves- Atlanta had won five straight and their bats were booming until San Francisco came to town. The Giants swept the 3-game series as the Braves bats went silent and now they take to the road behind starter Sean Newcomb (2-1, 3.38 ERA). Tampa Bay who has won 11 of 15 overall after breaking out after an eight-game losing streak. The Rays will start Blake Snell (4-1, 2.55) who has allowed two or fewer runs in six of his seven starts. Snell has allowed just 15 hits in 21 innings with a WHIP of 0.81. Play the hot hand...take TAMPA BAY!

Minnesota at St. Louis 8:07 ET

Twins over Cardinals- St. Louis wins their fifth straight over the Cubs in 14 innings late last night while Minnesota won their third straight defeating the White Sox 5-3. Both having defeated Chicago teams might seem like a coincidence but for the Cardinals it was a more emotionAl victory beating their arch rival. The 'Rede Birds' lost their leader for a month as Yadier Molina the team leader and eight-time all-star will not be behind the plate and he has started 30 of 31 games. The Cards staff should be a little weary going 14-innings last night and 10-innings the night before. Minnesota is 12-3 in their last 15 inter-league games. Take the TWINS!

New York Mets at Cincinnati 7:10 ET

Reds over Mets- After their best start in franchise history (11-1) the Mets are 6-14 entering this contest with six straight home losses. The injury bug has hit New York big-time as Jacob deGrom has been sidelined along with a number of other key players including Yoenis Cespedes who has 'soreness' in his right quadriceps as he once again begs out of action. P.J. Colon is making his MLB debut and I personally have seen him pitch in Las Vegas and he was terrible (1-4, 6.49 EAR) at Triple-A. Okay make the Reds are not better then a minor league team but Colon could not beat them anyway. Homer Bailey looking to post his first win of the season gets it here against this dispirited clubs. Take CINCINNATI!

San Francisco at Philadelphia 7:05 ET

Giants over Phillies- After a disastrous 2017 season last year the Giants despite injuries are manning-up and have won four straight and 7-of-8 entering Philadelphia. The Phillies bowed to Washington yesterday blowing a late 4-1 lead losing 5-4 in the bottom of the ninth walking in the tying run and losing on a single. Zach Eflin (4-10 lifetime) is off his best MLB start permitting one run and three hits but is 0-1 with a 6.75 ERA against the Giants. Jeff Samardzjia (1-1, 5.27 ERA) is up against his biggest nemesis as he has a career 8.18 ERA against Philadelphia but this won't matter tonight as the 'hot' Giants prevail here. Take SAN FRANCISCO!

hicago Cubs at St. Louis 8:05 ET

Cardinals over Cubs- Aside from the Yankees/Red Sox this is the most intense series in baseball. St. Louis is a win away from sweeping the Cubs in this three-game set. Chicago will send Jon Lester (2-1, 2.73 ERA) who appears to have regained his previous form as he has not allowed a run in three of his six starts and defeated the Cards in April when allowing just one run in six innings. St. Louis will send Michael Wacha (4-1, 3.62) to the hill and he has won four straight decisions and St. Louis has won each of his last five starts. Take ST. LOUIS!

Houston at Arizona 8:10 ET

Astros over Diamondbacks- A pair of veterans whose careers are moving in opposite directions will face-off in Phoenix tonight as Arizona's four time All-Star Zack Greinke (3-2, 4.50 ERA) take the mound against the Astros' Charlie Morton (4-0, 1.72). The West Division leading Diamondbacks have dropped three straight for the first time this season and now face Morton who is 4-1 with a 3.57 ERA in seven career starts against Arizona. Greinke who was 13-1 at home last season and 2-0 this year have been established as an underdog against Morton who has allowed just 23 hits in 36.2 innings. Take HOUSTON!

Toronto at Tampa Bay 6:10 ET

Rays over Blue Jays- Toronto has lost three of their last four as they have had travel issues and sleepy bats (this is their fifth game in three different cities in four days). The Rays had dropped three of their last four as well but posted a 6-2 win over the Jays last night making it their fifth straight home win. Tampa Bay will start Jake Faria (2-1, 4.60 ERA) who has allowed just 12 hits in 18 innings over his last three starts and he is 1-1 lifetime against Toronto. Believe it or not the Rays have hit a MLB high of 48 homers. Take TAMPA BAY!

Cleveland at New York Yankees 1:05 ET

Indians over Yankees- Most New York fans thought that when the Yankees acquired Sonny Gray (1-2, 6.67 ERA) late last season that he would be the final cog in their rotation. Not, so fast my friend! Gray has been less then stellar since arriving in Gotham City allowing 33 hits in just 27 innings with just 15 strikeouts in has last 23 innings and is 5-0 with a 4.58 ERA since coming to New York last July 31. Cleveland will start Trevor Bauer (202, 2.45 ERA) who has allowed just 28 hits in 40.1 innings and wil be the better hurler today. Take CLEVELAND!

L.A. Dodgers at San Diego 9:10 ET

Padres over Dodgers- Great pitching match-up of young studs as Walker Buehler 1-0, 1.80 ERA) will be making his 3rd start for the Dodgers while Dan Diego will start Joey Lucchesi (3-1, 2.78). This game is a 'home' game for the Padres being played in Monterrey, Mexico but the majority of the fans will be rooting for the Dodgers. It's won't matter tonight injured LA falls short. Take SAN DIEGO!

Detroit at Kansas City 8:15 ET

Royals over Tigers- The Royals had lost 10 straight at home but have turned things around at Kauffman Stadium winning their last four. Detroit like Kansas City is not expected to compete this season and have lost All-Star and former MVP Miguel Cabrea to the DL with a strained hamstring. The Tigers are sending Francisco Liriano (3-1, 3.38 ERA) who is 8-5 with a 4.21 ERA lifetime against the Royals who will send veteran Ian Kennedy (1-3, 3.48) who is 3-4 with a 4.01 lifetime ERA. The fact that the Royals are 'hot' at home averaging 6.2 runs makes them the side to me. Take KANSAS CITY!

Philadelphia at Washington 7:05 ET

Phillies over Nationals- I've been saying it since sprig training that this Nationals team has too many 'holes' and with Bryce Harper it is either a huge power surge or a funk. So now Washington is streaking winning their last five contests and will be sending Gio Gonzalez (3-2, 2.67 ERA) to the hill who was on the mound when the Nats winning steak started. Nick Pivetta (1-1, 3.27) gets the nod foe the Phillies who enter his previous start with a 1.88 ERA with 25 strikeouts and only two walks. He will have at least two walks tonight but those will be to Harper to keep him in the park. Take PHILLIES!

Oakland at Seattle 10:10 ET

Mariners over A's- With all the 'big' names and quality pitchers Oakland's Sean Manaea (4-2, 1.03 ERA) was named AL Pitcher of the Month holding opponents to a .134 batting average and on base percentage (.178) the lowest in the majors. In eight career starts against Seattle Manaea is 4-3 with a 3.88 ERA. The Mariners start Wade LeBlance (0-0, 4.61) will be making his first start since August 2016 and is 2-0 lifetime against Oakland. Take SEATTLE!

Minnesota at Chicago White Sox 8:10 ET

White Sox over Twins- it's a good thing these two clubs get to play each other as this way one of them will get a much needed win. Minnesota managed a 4-0 win over Toronto yesterday just their second win in their last 13 games while the White Sox have lost their last four and six of nine. Tonight, both clubs will start their most effective starters with the Twins starting Jake Odorizzi (2-2, 3.94 ERA) and Chicago going with Reynaldo Lopez (0-2, 1.78) who has a 0.75 ERA at home allowing just one run on six hits in 12 innings. The 'Pale Hose' are just 2-10 at home while Minnesota is only 3-9 on the road...something has got to give. Take WHITE SOX!

LA Dodgers at Arizona 3:40 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- A pair of crafty left-handers will start on the hill today as the Dodgers send Alex Wood (0-3, 4.11 ERA) who has yet to win a game this season up against Arizona ace Patrick Corbin (4-0, 2.25) who hasn't lost a game this season. The D'backs have won their first nine series of the season and need a win here to come with one series of the Cubs record set in 1907. Despite his great numbers Corbin is just 4-9 with a 4.09 ERA against Los Angeles. Take the DODGERS!

L.A. Dodgers at Arizona 9:40 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- Last year in the NL Playoffs the Dodgers handled Arizona and went moved on but during the regular season the Diamondbacks have dominated 'DaBums.' Arizona has defeated Los Angeles seven of eight meetings this season and 13 of the last 14 regular season games and will be starting Zack Godley (4-1, 3.81 ERA). Godley has split his two decisions against the Dodgers this season which makes him the only pitcher LA has defeated in the last 14 meetings. The injured Dodgers have lost four straight and seven of their last eight but has Hyun-Jin Ryu (3-0, 2.22) on the hill. Ryu has allowed just 15 hits in 28.1 innings and will settle the Arizona line-up. Take the DODGERS!

New York Yankees at Houston 8:10 ET

Yankees over Astros- There is something 'rotten' about this match-up. Houston's Dallas Keuchel (1-4, 4.00 ERA) has dominated the Yankees with the Astros going 6-2 in his starts against New York with Keuchel throwing to a 1.41 ERA in six starts including two shutouts. Add that the Astros are 7-1 in the last eight meetings in Houston and they are 45-21 in their last 66 overall. But, New York has won 13 of their last 16 and will be sending Luis Severino (4-1, 2.61) to the hill and he is 0-1 with a 8.38 ERA in three appearances against the 'Stros. So, why are the Yankees favored? It's because Keuchel is out of sync. Take the YANKEES!

Milwaukee at Cincinnati 7:10 ET

Reds over Brewers- Wait a second now...the Reds are the favorite, the 7-23 Reds have the worst 30-game start in franchise history matching the 1931 and 1934 seasons. Cincinnati has the worst pitching staff in the Majors and will start Luis Castillo (1-3, 7.85 ERA) who has been pounded for 35 hits in just 28 innings. For Milwaukee, they will start Wade Miley (8-15, 5.61 ERA-2017) who was brought up from the minors is off a career high in losses and ERA in the 2017 season. Castillo is off his worst career start lasting only one inning and I expect him to suck it up here. Take CINCINNATI!

Oakland at Seattle 10:10 ET

Athletics over Mariners- Seattle just completed their longest road trip of the season and returned home after winning seven of 10 on their trip. The Mariners return to Safeco Field where they are just 5-5 and will have former Cy Young Award winner Felix Hernandez (3-2, 4.96 ERA) on the hill bringing his 25-10 lifetime mark against the A's with him. But, things are different now for the 32-year old who has had just two quality starts in six starts and the Vegas oddsmaker has seen the difference. Oakland is start Andrew Triggs (2-0, 4.70) who is off his best outing of the year. Take the ATHLETICS!

L.A. Dodgers at Arizona 9:40 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- 'There is something wrong is Denmark.' This game just doesn't smell right as former Cy Young Award winner Zack Greinke (2-2, 4.80 ERA) is no better then a 'pic-em' at home and this while pitching for the team with the best record in the National League. Los Angeles will send Ross Stripling (0-0, 0.63) to the mound who is starting in place of Rich Hill. Knowing that the D'backs have won 11 of the last 12 meetings against the Dodgers and with Greinke starting this line is way to shallow. He's just NOT the same. Take the DODGERS!

Toronto at Minnesota 8:10 ET

Twins over Blue Jays- The Twins were 'bombed' out of New York getting swept in a 4-game series had lost eight straight before a win over the Reds. Toronto has been nothing to brag about as they had dropped six of seven before defeating Texas their last time out. Although Toronto has dominated this series winning 51 of the last 72 meetings but Minnesota won four of seven meetings last season. The Twins Lance Lynn (0-2, 7.71 ERA) is 0-2 with a 2.25 ERA lifetime against the Blue Jays and looks tp pick up his first AL win. Take MINNESOTA!

Milwaukee at Cincinnati 7:10 ET

Redlegs over Brewers- These two clubs started the season on opposite ends of the spectrum as Cincinnati lost 18 of their first 21 games while Milwaukee has dropped their last four after an eight-game win streak. Tonight's matchup has a pair of struggling hurlers on the hill as Milwaukee will use Jhoulys Chacin (2-1, 3.99 ERA) who is 2-3 lifetime against the Reds while Cincy will start Brandon Finnegan (0-2, 8.03) who is 2-1 lifetime against the Brewers. With a rejuvenated attitude the reds prevail. Take CINCINNATI!

New York Yankees at LA Angels 8:07 ET

Angels over Yankees- The Yankees have reeled off eight straight wins aided by a power packed line-up that have hurt you from top to bottom. Former Cy Young Award winner CC Sabathia (1-0, 1.86 ERA) has been though of my Yankee fans as the weak link in the rotation. Off the DH CC had his best and longest stint of the season picking up his first win against the Twins last time out. He is 9-9 lifetime against the Angels with a 3.91 ERA. LA has lost seven of their last eight at home and will counter with Tyler Skaggs (3-1, 2.96) who is facing the Yankees for the first time, that is to his advantage. Look for the Angels to rebound from Saturday's beating. Take LOS ANGELES!

Atlanta at Philadelphia 1:35 ET

Phillies over Braves- Okay, now these two have played each other enough already this season and the match-up have created an interesting scenario that we will use to extrapolate a winner. Atlanta starter Brandon McCarthy (3-0, 3.38 ERA) has already posted two wins over the Phillies this season with a 2.53 ERA in two starts. Philadelphia starter Vince Velasquez (1-3, 4.50) has been a victim of the Braves twice posting a 7.27 ERA in 8.2 innings. Turn-about here. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Seattle at Cleveland 1:10 ET

Mariners over Indians- The 1st place Indians really haven't put it together yet as their 2nd worst hitting offense a team average of .223 just a point ahead of Baltimore. But, it is their pitching that has kept them on the warpath, but today they send their 'weak link' in the rotation Josh Tomlin (0-3, 9.24 ERA) to the mound and he has been atrocious surrendering 22 hits in 12.2 innings. Seattle is 10-6 on the road and will score enough to win here. Take the MARINERS!

NY Yankees at LA Angels 9:07 ET

Angels over Yankees- A week ago the Yankees were at 9-9 but have ripped off seven straight wins after their comeback rally last night. New York will send Marashiro Tanaka (302, 4.97 ERA) to the hill and he is off his best performance of the season against the Twins and he brings his 1-1 lifetime record against the Angels to Los Angeles. LA will start Garrett Richards (3-0, 3.46) who has allowed three runs or fewer in his last four starts. He is 0-3 with a career 6.65 ERA against New York but most of those Yankees players are gone but has just six starts in each of the past two seasons but returned last September and posted a 2.28 ERA. Take the ANGELS!

New York Mets at San Diego 8:40 ET

Padres over Mets- The New York Mets made one huge free agent acquisition in the off season signing pitcher Jason Vargas who won a career high 18 games last season and will make his Mets debut tonight. The 35-year old last faced the Padres in July of 2011 when pitching for Seattle and is 2-1 with a 2.39 ERA which I kind of discard because a true trend hasn't established. For lowly San Diego who has lost eight of their last 10 one true bright spot on the mound has been Joey Lucchesi (2-1, 2.70 ERA) who had three quality starts before a rough session in his last outing. Joey has surrendered just 14 hits in 17 innings and will have enough to keep the Mets in control. Take SAN DIEGO!

Atlanta at Philadelphia 6:05 ET

Phillies over Braves- My first though is 'how many times do these two play each other?' This is the eighth meeting already this season as each has played about 1/3rd of their games against each other with Atlanta holding a 4-3 series lead. There are two trends surrounding this game that can not be ignored. To start with Philadelphia is 5-0 in Nick Pivetta's (1-0, 2.57 ERA) starts while the Braves are now 1-11 in Mike Foltynewicz's (1-1, 2.77) last 12 starts. Add that the Phillies are 13-4 in their last 17 overall and 22-8 in their last 30 home games...take PHILADELPHIA!

New York Mets at San Diego 10:10 ET

Padres over Mets- More often then not bettors will follow pitchers more then teams and I understand that other then managers no longer give 'pitchers' a chance to win. I try to think more often of 'teams' as opposed to pitchers and I can make my case when Jacob deGrom (2-0, 2.53 ERA) starts for the Mets. In each of his last two starts deGrom was removed form the game with a comfortable lead only to have his bullpen fail. San Diego will start Clayton Richard (1-1, 5.67) has given up the long ball in his last three starts something New York can't take advantage of with meager power hitting. Take PADRES!

Cincinnati at Minnesota 8:10 ET

Redlegs over Twins- Minnesota just finished a 10-game road trip 0-7 which included three games cancelled by an April blizzard in Chicago and the blown 3-run lead against the Yankees yesterday. Cincinnati who may be the worst team in baseball have dropped seven of their last nine and 15 of 18. The Reds will start Luis Castillo (1-3, 6.51 ERA) who has pitched five innings in each of his five starts while the Twins starter Phil Hughes (0-0, 5.40) struggled in his lone appearance against Tampa Bay allowing five hits and two walks in 3.1 innings. Somehow it's...CINCINNATI!

Colorado at Miami 7:10 ET

Marlins over Rockies- Oh, how could I, how could I post the 'weakest' team in MLB, a team that will lose over 100 games for sure. But, even if they do lose that many their will be opportunities and wins along the way. Miami will start Jose Urena (0-3, 5.88 ERA) who obviously is off to a terrible start but he did win 14 games for a weak Marlins club last season. Tyler Anderson (1-0, 4.32) is 1-1 against Miami lifetime and has had four quality starts in-a-row after getting pounded in his debut. Two things happen here. Anderson regresses and the Marlins finally win at home. Take MIAMI!

Tampa Bay at Baltimore 7:05 ET

Orioles over Rays- Two of the AL's weaker teams will battle it out in Baltimore. The Orioles who have lost four straight and 9-of-10 host Tampa Bay who has won their last five games. But, that only raises their season record to 9-13. Chris Archer (1-1, 6.59 ERA) is off his first quality start of the season will get the start for Tampa but he has yet to regain his form from three years ago. Archer led the lead in losses last year and has more defeats than any other hurler in the past two seasons. The Orioles will start their only shinning light as Dylan Bundy (1-2, 1.42) who has received just 10 runs of support in five starts (4 quality starts) while striking out 40 in just 31.2 innings. Take BALTIMORE!

Seattle at Cleveland 6:10 ET

Mariners over Indians- Both these clubs are off to decent starts to the season as the Indians have won four of their last five and Seattle has won four of their last six games. The Mariners will start left-hander James Paxton (1-1, 5.61 ERA) who has been inconsistent this season after a stellar 2017 when he was 12-5 with a 2.98 ERA. Paxton is 0-3 lifetime against Cleveland with a 5.87 ERA including an Opening Day loss while giving up six runs in four innings. Mike Clevinger (2-0, 1.75) who has never faced the Mariners as he is making just his 36th career start. The Indians have only two true right-handed hitter in their lineup and today Paxton makes adjustments and Seattle who is 6-2 on the road get it done. Take SEATTLE!

New York Mets at St. Louis 1:15 ET

Cardinals over Mets- Now, this is a 'great' pitching match-up as New York will send hard throwing Noah Syndergaard (2-0, 3.29 ERA) to the hill to be opposed by the Cardinals Carlos Martinez (2-1, 1.42). Both these hurlers are among the leaders in strikeouts as Syndergaard has 39 K's in just 27.1 innings while Martinez has 37 strikeouts in 31.2 innings. Since Opening Day Martinez has allowed just one-run in 27.1 innings and only 19 hits on the season. After an 11-1 start to the season the Mets have returned to the pack and are 4-6 in their last 10 games while the Cardinals are 9-2 in their last 11. Take ST. LOUIS!

Chicago at Cleveland 7:10 ET

Indians over Cubs- 'We' missed out on the Cubs victory yesterday as the starting time caused some confusion but today 'we' have another opinion on this series. Chicago has had their way against Cleveland since the 2016 World Series winning the last four meetings including three straight at Progressive Field. A pitching rematch from the Series has the Cubs Jon Lester ( 2-0, 3.10 ERA) who is 7-1 with a 3.03 ERA against the Indians including 4-0 at Cleveland. The Indians will bring Trevor Bauer (1-2, 2.67) who was 0-2 in the 2016 World Series but has allowed just 20 hits in 27 innings this season and Cleveland is 39-13 in their last 52 home games. Take the INDIANS

Arizona at Philadelphia 7:05 ET

Phillies over Diamondbacks- This is a great pitching match-up as a pair of former Cy Young Award winners face-off in Philadelphia. Zack Greinke (2-1, 4.13 ERA) takes the mound for Arizona and the Phillies will counter with the fee-agent signing Jake Arrieta (2-0, 2.04). Both these guys are off stellar performances as Arrieta allowed just an infield hit with 10 K's in a 7-0 win over Pittsburgh while Grienke surrendered just two-hits in seven innings in his 3-1 win over the Giants. The D'Backs are 11-4 against the Phillies since the beginning of 2016 but this version of the 'Wiz Kids' is different. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Atlanta at Cincinnati 6:40 ET

Redlegs over Braves- Tuesday the worst team in baseball posted a nice win for us and 'we' see it happening again today. Both teams will start pitchers who they see as the 'future' as the Braves will send Matt Wisler (1-0, 1.29 ERA) to the hill while Cincinnati will counter with Brandon Finnegan (0-2, 11.05). Yesterday, the Reds power hitting duo Joey Votto and Scooter Gennett (he of 4-home runs in a game fame) finally went 'long ball' with their first homers of the season. I expect the rejuvenated Reds to play with more confidence against Atlanta who is 3-7 in their last 10 stops in Cincinnati and the Reds are 7-3 at home against a team with a losing record. Take CINCINNATI!

Milwaukee at Kansas City 8:15 ET

Royals over Brewers- The Kansas City Royals may end up the worst team of all of baseball after the numerous defections as they have won just five of their first 20 games including a 1-7 record at home. In an oddity that goes back to 2007 the Royals have won the last eight meetings including a pair of home wins last season. The Brewers have won six straight as they beat-up on bottom feeders Miami and Cincinnati all at home and now must take to the road starting a nine-game road trip tonight. Ian Kennedy (1-2, 2.35 ERA) who has regained his previous form. Take KANSAS CITY!

Arizona at Philadelphia 7:05 ET

Phillies over Diamondbacks- I love this pitching match-up as the Diamondbacks start Robbie Ray (2-0, 4.98 ERA) who will face-off against Philadelphia's Vince Velasquez (1-2, 3.80). Velasquez is off three quality starts where he pitched to a 0.96 WHIP allowing just 15 hits in 19 innings, while Ray is off a no decision where he struck-out nine in six innings. The Phillies are 13-3 in their last 16 and 20-6 in their last 26 home games and with their pitching having allowed three runs or fewer in 12 straight games. Take the PHILLIES!

Boston at Toronto 7:07 ET

Blue Jays over Red Sox- Well, the old adage is 'what goes up must come down' and the Red Sox who started the season with a loss and then won 17 of 19 before their recent stumble. Boston has now dropped their last two and will start Rick Porcello (4-0, 1.40 ERA) who is 9-9 lifetime against Toronto including 4-6 with a 4.99 ERA at the Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays will counter with J.A. Happ (3-1, 4.50) who is 7-3 with a 3.22 ERA in 17 appearances against the Red Sox. The visitor is 19-7 in the last 26 meetings in Toronto but the Jays are 7-1 in their last eight home games. Boston may have rouble regaining their 'mojo' for a while as they slide after their long run of great play. Take TORONTO!

Washington at San Francisco 10:15 ET

Giants over Nationals- I may be pushing the envelope a bit here playing against Washington for the third straight night but I still don't believe (aside from their starting pitching) that they are championship caliber. The Nationals whose line-up has some glaring holes will be without Anthony Rendon is has been placed on the Disabled list and will be starting Gio Gonzalez (2-1, 2.49 ERA) who is 5-4 with a 3.06 ERA in 12 career starts against the Giants. San Francisco will start Chris Stratton (1-1, 2.22) who has allowed just 15 hits in 24.1 innings and has a WHIP of 0.90. Take the GIANTS!

Washington at L.A. Dodgers 8:05 ET

Dodgers over Nationals- Doesn't the 'price' seem exceedingly high? It does to me! The first thing that seems unlikely to me is that both these clubs are 1-game under .500 after 21 games and the winner here will reach the break-even mark. The Dodgers are heavy favorites here and that is based on the pitching matchup. Los Angeles is starting Alex Wood (0-2, 3.91 ERA) who has pitched in bad luck and poor support in his four starts but is 4-3 with a 2.51 ERA in 10 career starts against the Nationals. Washington is starting Jeremy Hellickson (0-0, 3.86) who is pitching to a WHIP of 1.71 and is 0-1 with a 6.88 ERA at Dodgers Stadium. Note that the Nationals are 7-13 against the Dodgers the past three seasons and LA is 81-36 in their last 117 home games. Take LOS ANGELES!

Chicago Cubs at Colorado 3:10 ET

Cubs over Rockies- The last time Chicago starter Jose Quintana (1-1, 8.16 ERA) pitched at Coors Field he was wearing a different Chicago uniform as he was trade across town to the Cubs five days later last July. But, this time around he is trying to win and not just impress prospective buyers as he is 1-0 with a 3.65 ERA lifetime at Coors Field. Colorado will start German Marquez (1-1, 4.34) who is 1-0 with a 0.82 ERA in two starts against the Cubs who are 9-3 in Quintana's last 12 starts. Take the CUBS!

Washington at L.A. Dodgers 9:10 ET

Dodgers over Nationals- Despite being the heavy favorite in the NL East I just don't believe in the Washington Nationals. Sure, their front line pitching is superb, starting Max Scherzer last night and Steven Strasberg (2-1, 3.08 ERA) tonight but I just don't think they are that good overall. Their defense is weak and their lineup has holes and their relief pitching leaves much to be desired. But, they do have Bryce Harper and when healthy Daniel Murphy they can hurt you, but you can keep the rest of it. Struggling Los Angeles will counter with Hyun-Jin Ryu (2-0, 2.87) who has struck out 17 in his last 12 innings of work holding opponents to a .164 batting average with a 0.96 WHIP. Take the DODGERS!

Chicago Cubs at Colorado 8:10 ET

Rockies over Chicago- The Cubs might not be so happy with Yu Darvish (0-1, 6.00 ERA) at seasons end as he just hasn't been the same the past two years including his three starts this in 2018. Darvish has not played well with the Rockies as he is 0-1 with an ERA of 10.38 in his lone start against them. Colorado will counter with lefty Tyler Anderson (0-0, 4.74) who is off two straight quality starts and is 8-5 with a 3.38 ERA lifetime at Coors Field. Take the ROCKIES!

Minnesota at Tampa Bay 6:10 ET

Rays over Twins- At least there has been one bright spot for Tampa Bay in this early 2018 season and that is the effectiveness of 25-year-old Blake Snell (2-1, 2.95 ERA). Snell has shut down is last two opponents allowing just two runs on just six hits with 19 strikeouts. Minnesota has struggled when playing indoors as they are just 16-36 in their last 52 games (large sample) on astroturf. The Twins will try and counter Snell with Kyle Gibson (1-0, 3.68) with an unimpressive 1.64 WHIP. Like his teammates Gibson has had problems with the Rays posting a 1-4 record with a 7.04 ERA in six career starts. Take TAMPA BAY!

Seattle at Texas 8:05 ET

Rangers over Mariners- Whoa, the Seattle bats have taken 'time-off' as they have lost four of their last five scoring 2,1,1,2,1 in their last five games with all games at home. Traveling to Texas the Mariners look to change things around against the cellar dwelling Rangers with Cy Young Award winner Felix Hernandez (2-2, 5.48 ERA). The problems for them is that Hernandez has more career losses (24) against Texas then any MLB club. Texas will start Mike Minor (1-1, 4.60) has allowed just 10 hits in his last three starts with a 0.96 WHIP while he is 1-1 versus the Mariners with a 1.64 ERA in four appearances. Take TEXAS!

Minnesota at Tampa Bay 7:10 ET

Rays over Twins- How about Minnesota! They have four games cancelled is eight days and them went to San Juan to play a pair of home games against Cleveland (Split 1-1). Tampa Bay has had trouble scoring runs but will send their 'Twins Killer' Chris Archer (1-1, 7.84 ERA) who led MLB in losses last season but is 6-1 with a 1.84 ERA lifetime against the 'Twinkies.' Lance Lynn (0-1, 5.00) who is 0-1 against Tampa Bay has only thrown 10 innings this season and his lack of work will show here. Take the RAYS!

Pittsburgh at Philadelphia 7:05 ET

Phillies over Pirates- Pittsburgh's early season run may be coming to a halt in a big way as they have now dropped three of their last four after opening the season winning 11 of their last 15. The Pirates bats have gone silent getting shutout two of their last three games and their average of 5.2 runs per game is dropping quickly. Ivan Nova (2-1, 4.88 ERA) gets the nod for Pittsburgh and he was 1-1 with a 4.73 ERA against the Phillies last season while Ben Lively (0-1, 5.87) get the start for Philadelphia. The Phillies are 6-1 at home despite manager Gabe Kaplan's antics. Take the PHILLIES!

Boston at L.A. Angels 10:07

Angels over Red Sox- The Red Sox who have won their last six including yesterday's blowout win (Megabucks loss) and have a shot at sweeping the Angels in Los Angeles. Boston hasn't won a series in Anaheim since 2011 and have outscored the Angels 19-1 in their two wins. The Red Sox will send Eduardo Rodriquez (1-0, 3.72 ERA) against the Angels starter Nick Tropeano (1-0, 0.00) who shut out the Royals for 6.2 inning in his only start. Looking for a repeat performance and someone to silence the Boston bats! Take LOS ANGELES!

Boston at L.A. Angels 10:07 ET

Angels over Red Sox- Well, so much for the 'new' Babe Ruth. Shohei Ohtani made his pitching debut against a 'real' MLB team (2 previous starts against Oakland) and was knocked off the mound after two innings. Tonight, Boston will start Rick Porcello (3-0, 1.83 ERA) two years removed from his Cy Young season and off the disaster of 2017 (11-17). He has always had difficulties against the Angels posted a 6-7 record with a 5.67 ERA including 1-4 with a 5.82 ERA in Anaheim. Los Angeles will start Tyler Skaggs (2-0, 1.69) has had three solid starts and gets it done tonight. Take the ANGELS!

Washington at New York Mets 7:10 ET

Nationals over Mets- The New York Mets had a chance to take seven game lead over Washington on Monday but blew a 6-1 eighth inning lead and last night came out and played like intimated dogs they are losing once again to the Nationals. Tonight New York starts their 'weak link' in Steven Matz (1-1, 3.77 ERA) who has just one win in the last nine months. Washington will go with Tanner Roars (1-1, 3.50) who has dominated the Mets going 7-2 with a 3.13 ERA. Take the NATIONALS!

Cleveland vs Minnesota 7:10 ET

Indians over Twins- A home game for the Twins in Puerto Rico and Minnesota starter Jose Barrios (2-1, 2.18 ERA) returns to play just 10 miles from where he grew up. Many feel that this will psych him up for an appearance in front of his family but it will have the opposite affect. Too many distractions and plenty of pressure will confront him in his home town debut. Cleveland will start Carlos Carrasco (3-0, 3.48) who has two shutouts already this season and he is 9-0 with a 1.92 ERA in his last 10 starts against the AL Central. Take CLEVELAND!

St. Louis at Chicago Cubs 7:05 ET

Cubs over Cardinals- This is probably (aside from the Yankees and Red Sox) the most competitive rivalry in Major League Baseball (west coasters consider Dodgers/Giants) as Chicago and St. Louis have had huge NFL rivalries as well. The Cardinals will start Adam Wainwright (0-2, 5.06 ERA) who has been dominate against the Cubs at Wrigley Field posting a 10-2 record with a 3.79 ERA. But I must note most of those wins came when the Cubs were doormats. Tyler Chapman (0-2, 4.91) will get the start after Sunday's rain out Chicago looks for their ninth win in the last 10 meetings. Take CHICAGO!

Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:35 ET

Phillies over Braves- Considering who these two teams are expecting a pitching battle is a bit of an anomaly but we have one today. Philadelphia is starting second year man Nick Pivetta (1-0, 2.70 ERA) who is 3-0 in four career starts against the Braves. Atlanta who has defeated the Phillies 3-of-4 this season will start Mike Foltynewicz (1-1, 2.93) who is 3-2 with a 4.39 ERA in eight career starts against the 'Wiz Kids.' The Braves were the last team to record a save with a scoreless ninth inning last night and tonight they fall short. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Baltimore at Detroit 6:40 ET

Tigers over Orioles- Both these clubs could be considered 'hitless wonders' as they are having difficulty scoring runs and posting wins. They can use the weather as an excuse as both clubs have had numbers cancellations and have been playing in miserable conditions. Baltimore has dropped five of its last six while Detroit has scored one or no runs in six of 13 games. The Tigers who has lost their last five games will start Francisco Liriano (1-1, 2.13 ERA) while the Orioles will start Andrew Cashner (1-1, 2.50) who has a one-hitter to his credit in his only start against the Tigers. This time it's Liriano who gets it done. Take DETROIT!

Houston at Seattle 10:10 ET

Mariners over Astros- Two of the premier left-handers who are winless this season oppose each other tonight in Seattle where the World Series Champion Houston Astros will start Dallas Keuchel (0-2, 4.20 ERA) and the Mariners start James Paxton (0-1, 5.74). After an opening night meltdown Paxton has had two solid performances and is ready to post a win here. The Astros Keuchel struggled to find his command and has a WHIP of 1.80 while allowing 18 hits in 15 innings. Although the Astros are 23-9 in their series including the last six games last season it's the Mariners turn. Take SEATTLE!

Colorado at Pittsburgh 7:05 ET

Pirates over Rockies- 'Break-up-the-Pirates' at 11-4 Pittsburgh leads the NL Central and will start Steven Brault (2-0, 3.46 ERA) who has worked only one inning allowing two runs against the Rockies. Colorado will start German Marquez (0-1, 4.97) who went 2-0 with a 2.25 ERA against the Pirates last year. The teams split four games last season but Pittsburgh is 15-6 in the last 21 meetings and are 8-2 in their last 10 home games. Take the PIRATES!

San Francisco at San Diego 4:10 ET

Padres over Giants- We all know 'Shit Happens' and for the Padres they lost their up and coming ace Dinelson Lamet for the seaon on the last day of spring training and replaced him on the mound with rookie Joey Lucchesi (1-0, 1.72 ERA) who has been outstanding in three starts. Lucchesi was the Padres Minor league Player of the Year with opponents hitting just .200 against him. The Giants will start rookie Tyler Beede (0-0, 4.50 ERA) who starts because Madison Bumgarner is disabled and has had control issues. The Padres have won their last two and look to sweep the Giants here. Take SAN DIEGO!

Oakland at Seattle 4:10 ET

Athletics over Mariners- The first thing that attracts my attention here is that Seattle's 'King' Felix Hernandez (2-1, 6.60 ERA) is an underdog at home and to the Oakland Athletics to boot. When we see that he is 25-9 with a 2.60 ERA lifetime against Oakland 'we' have to be impressed but the 'King' has been shelled his last two outings and hasn't been the 'same' all spring. In an oddity we find that Seattle is just 2-8 in their last 10 Sunday games while the Athletics close the week 11-3. A's starter Sean Manaea (1-2, 1.74) has the lowest ERA of any pitcher with two losses and get the win today. Take OAKLAND!

San Francisco at San Diego 8:40 ET

Padres over Giants- San Francisco is coming off the worst season since moving to the West coast and made a pair of huge acquisitions in the off-season with Andrew McCutchen and Evan Longoria. They haven't really had any impact as the Giants have scored two or fewer runs in seven of their first 12 games as McCutchen and Longoria are both batting under .205. Add that for the second straight year they are without the services of Madison Bumgarner who will be sidelined for at least another month. The Padres will send Clayton Richard (1-1, 5.29 EAR) to the 'bump' and he is 6-7 lifetime against the Giants and gets the win here. Take SAN DIEGO!

Milwaukee at New York Mets 7:10 ET

Brewers over Mets- New York's 'Dark Knight' Matt Harvey (0-0, 3.60 ERA) looked as though he has returned to form allowing just one-hit to the Phillies in his season's opener but reverted to his previous appearances allowing four runs and nine hits in five innings. Milwaukee will start Chase Anderson (0-1, 3.38) who is 1-2 against the Mets while Harvey is 0-1 against the Brewers. The Brew Crews bats come alive here. Take MILWAUKEE!

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay 6:10 ET

Rays over Phillies- Really now, how can the Rays be favored against anybody? Have you checked their batting averages in their line-up. Tampa Bay's averages for their starting nine are .194, .091, .105, .208, .205, .255, .273, .255 .162. Not very impressive, so why are they favored over Jake Arrieta (0-0, 4.50 ERA with Chris Archer (1-0, 5.94) who led the 'majors' in losses last season. Arrieta is 3-3 lifetime against Tampa Bay with an ERA of 5.35 while Archer is 6-8 with a 2.79 ERA against the Phillies. Rays get their second home win tonight. Take TAMPA BAY!

Oakland at Seattle 10:10 ET

Athletics over Mariners- The A's broke out of their early season slump with 21 hits and 16 runs against the Dodgers Wednesday while Seattle has won three of their last four. Mike Leake (2-0, 3.00 ERA) acquired from St. Louis has taken advantage of his 'new look' and is 1-1 with a 3.32 ERA in their career starts against Oakland while his Mariners are 8-1 in the last nine meetings. The A's will counter with Andrew Triggs (1-0, 2.53) who has recorded 13 strikeouts in just 10.2 innings allowing just one home run. With Seattle 3-7 in last 10 home games A's bats come alive. Take OAKLAND!

Arizona at L.A. Dodgers 10:10 ET

Dodgers over Diamondbacks- The Dodgers who are expected to win their 6th straight NL West title have gotten off to a rocky start (4-7) and can use a big win here to start the weekend. Despite winning the West, Los Angeles has dropped nine straight regular season games the D'backs who are 17-8 in their last 25 road games. The Dodgers are 61-25 in their last 86 home games and will be starting Kenta Maeda (1-0, 0.00) who has pitched just six innings and was 0-3 against Arizona last season. This year it starts differently. Dodgers need it and get it here. Take LOS ANGELES!

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay 7:10 ET

Rays over Phillies- Philadelphia may be a much better club this season (they are!) then last year but they still have an inconsistent ace Vince Velasquez (1-1, 5.19 ERA) who has 10 strikeouts in 8.2 innings but has surrendered 13 hits. Tampa Bay will respond with Jake Faria (0-1, 14.29) who has been even worse allowing 16 baserunners in 5.2 innings. The Phillies still haven't gotten past their road woes as they are 2-8 in their last 10 on astro turf and 29-67 in their last 96 road games including 1-4 this season. The Rays are 6-2 over the Phillies in Tampa. Take TAMPA BAY!

NY Yankees at Boston 7:10 ET

Yankees over Red Sox- 'Their baaack!' Yankees and Red Sox are at it again and I can't say that it upsets me. There were two bench clearing episodes last night at Fenway Park as the cry-baby Sox can't play 'old school' baseball without getting 'dirty.' Okay, enough of that. Boston's Rick Porcello who led the AL in wins two years ago and losses last season is 8-8 lifetime against New York. The Yankees will start Sonny Gray who struggled against the Sox while with Oakland will be better with more support from the Yanks power packed lineup. Take NEW YORK!

L.A. Angels at Texas 8:05 ET

Rangers over Angels- It was about four years ago Matt Moore (0-2, 11.05 ERA) lost it all, due to arm issues he lost his velocity and has been totally ineffective since. Even this season as a Texas starter he has been bombed twice in a pair of outings surrendering 19 runs on 12 hits along with four walks is just 7.1 innings of work. Yet, the Rangers who have lost three straight are favored here against the Angels who have won three straight and are 5-1 on the road. LA also leads the 'Bigs' in runs scored, hits and homers This game 'smells' to 'High Heaven' even if Moore is 4-0 with a 1.78 ERA lifetime against Los Angeles. Take TEXAS!

N.Y. Yankees at Boston 7:10 ET

Yankees over Red Sox- Okay, you go from facing Chris Sale Tuesday while losing 14-1 and face David Price (1-0, 0.00 ERA) another lefty today who has yet to give up a run. After a quick start New York has dropped four of their last five and so far 'Mike' Stanton has struck out more in 2018 (22 in 44 AB) then DiMaggio did (13) the entire 1041 season with over 600 plate appearances. Okay, so what! The Yankees have a surprise attack with Japanese hurler Masahiro Tanaka (1-1, 2.92) who is 7-4 with a 3.65 ERA lifetime against Boston but has been at his best at Fenway Park allowing just six runs in 30.1 innings. Take the YANKEES!

Toronto at Baltimore 7:05 ET

Orioles over Blue Jays- Baltimore has managed just one-run in each of their meetings against Toronto losing 7-1 and 2-1 the last two days. The Blue Jays have won three straight and eight of their last 10 and will start Marco Estrada (1-0, 2.77 ERA) who was 3-0 with a 3.23 ERA in five starts against the O's in 2017. The 'Birds' are just 8-27 in their last 35 games dating back to last season. Although, Baltimore starter Kevin Gausman (0-1, 8.00 ERA) is 5-3 with a 3.12 ERA in 18 career appearances against the Blue Jays. The 'line' and time say 'it's about time the Orioles score some runs. Take BALTIMORE!

Arizona at San Francisco 10:15

Giants over Diamondbacks- I have tried to avoid using this game after it was announced that San Francisco would rest Johnny Cueto and extra day and bring up Tyler Beede from the minors. I remain with the Giants because a number of systems tell me that they are the winner, so who am I to argue? Arizona's Patrick Corbin (2-0, 1.38 ERA) has been outstanding but he is just 5-7 lifetime against the Giants. Take SAN FRANCISCO!

Seattle at Kansas City 8:15 ET

Royals over Mariners- At first glance when evaluating the pitching match-up this would seem like a one-sided affair as future Hall-of-Famer and Cy Young award winner Felix 'The King' Hernandez (1-1, 7.71 ERA) gets the nod against Kansas City. But, 'The King' hasn't his best against the Royals posting a 5-6 record in 14 career starts. The Royals will start Eric Skoglund (0-0) who long awaited debut as the fifth starter happening tonight. A spring with 11 K's and no walks has me backing him. Take KANSAS CITY!

New York at Boston 7:10 ET

Yankees over Red Sox- For a pair of clubs that are considered 'powerhouses' this may end up the best pitching dual of the day. New York will start their No. 1 Luis Severino (2-0, 1.38 ERA) up against Boston's ace Chris Sale (0-0, 0.82) and both you can see by their records have been outstanding. The Yankees have just dropped 3-of-4 at Baltimore while the Red Sox have won their last eight after an Opening loss at Tampa Bay. This should a good one with Severino who was 2-1 against Boston last season with an ERA of 0.64 at Fenway Park. Stanton breaks out while Xander Bogarts breaks his ankle. Take the YANKEES!

Tampa Bay at Chicago White Sox 2:10 ET

Rays over White Sox- After defeating Boston on Opening Day the Rays had to wait 10-days before posting another win. Tampa Bay broke an 8-games losing streak last night defeating the White Sox 5-4. Tonight they will be sending Blake Snell (0-1 5.00 ERA) who is 1-0 against Chicago lifetime and has not allowing a run in 9.2 innings of work against them. Carson Fulmer (0-0, 5.50) will get the nod for the Pale Hose and and pitches on a bad day (Tuesday). Who knows what it is but, The Rays are 11-5 the last 16 Tuesdays while the Sox are 7-19 on Tuesday. Bad day for White Sox. Take TAMPA BAY!

Arizona at San Francisco 10:15 ET

Giants over Diamondbacks- Arizona is off to a quick 7-2 start and is 2-1 on their current nine-game road trip while the Giants at 4-4 as they have split six games against the Dodgers. San Francisco of course struggled to score against Los Angeles' staff but have hit 10 homers compared to their opponents two. Newly acquired Derek Holland (0-1, 5.40 ERA) will be making his home debut where the Giants are 7-3 in their last 10 games as hosts. Despite the loss Holland surrendered just three hits in five innings of work as he makes his first appearance against the D'backs. Take the GIANTS!

Seattle at Kansas City 8:15 ET

Royals over Mariners- Both these clubs have offensive issues as the Mariners finally scored some runs (11) at Minnesota Saturday but were postponed Sunday and will be without 'Boom Stick' slugger Nelson Crews who is on the disabled list. Kansas City has offensive issues of their own. The Royals have won just twice and both wins were by 1-0 scores and they will be sending Jacob Junis (1-0, 0.00 ERA) who has one of those wins by itching six innings and allowing three singles against Detroit. Junis is 3-0 with a 3.43 ERA in seven career starts at Kauffman Stadium. He wins here. Take KANSAS CITY!

Toronto at Baltimore 7:05 ET

Orioles over Blue Jays- The Orioles who have won three of their last four pulled off the most surprising win yesterday in New York where they spotted the Yankees a 5-0 lead in the first inning but battled back for the win. Baltimore will be starting their ace Dylan Bundy (0-0, 0.69 ERA) who just love pitching against the Blue Jays as he is 3-0 with a 0.76 ERA in seven career appearances. Toronto will start J.A. Happ (1-1, 5.40) who is just 4-6 against Baltimore including 1-2 with a 4.05 ERA at Camden Yards. Take the ORIOLES!

New York Mets at Washington 8:08 ET

Nationals over Mets- After starting the season with four straight wins the 'experts' just assumed that Washington would run away with the NL East but four consecutive losses against division opponents Atlanta and New York has exposed weaknesses. The Mets at 6-1 are off to their best start in 11 years and will be starting Matt Harvey (0-0, 0.00 ERA) who has look good through the spring and in his first outing this season by pitching five scoreless inning against Philadelphia. The Nationals will start Tanner Roark (1-0, 1.29) is 7-2 with a 2.76 ERA lifetime against the Mets. Note that the Mets are 5-13 in their last 18 road games...Take WASHINGTON!

Toronto at Texas 3:05 ET

Blue Jays over Rangers- Toronto's Jaime Garcia (0-0, 1.50 ERA) made his Blue Jays debut with a six inning one run performance against the White Sox Monday and received a no-decision. Today, he faces the Texas ace Cole Hamels (1-1, 3.38) who is making his third start of the season this afternoon. Hamels has struggled against the Jays and is 0-2 with a 6.97 ERA in four career starts while Garcia is 2-2 lifetime against the Rangers. Add that Toronto is 23-12 against the Rangers the past four seasons including 16-7 in the last 23 meetings in Texas. Take TORONTO!

Arizona at St. Louis 2:15 ET

Cardinals over Diamondbacks- Arizona had their four-game winning streak stopped Saturday by the Cardinals who have won 21 of the last 30 meetings between the two. The D'backs will start Taijuan Walker (0-0, 5.40 ERA) who is 0-1 lifetime against the Cardinals. St. Louis will send Luke Weaver (1-0, 1.80) to the hill and they like when he starts as they are 9-1 in Weaver's last 10 starts where as Arizona is 3-7 ATS in Walkers last 10 road starts. Take ST. LOUIS!

Oakland at L.A. Angels 9:07 ET

A's over Angels- Los Angeles has reeled off three straight wins and is tied with Houston at 6-2 leading the AL West. The Angels will sit the modern day Babe Ruth as Shohei Ohtani does not DH the day before or after he pitches and that will hurt as he is hitting .389 with three homers and seven RBI's in just 18 st bats. Andrew Triggs (0-0, 1.80 ERA) is 2-0 with a 1.06 ERA in three starts against the Angels including allowing just one run in his past 14 innings. Take OAKLAND.

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh 7:05 ET

Reds over Pirates- Okay gang, lets hope I'm not being sucked into this side one again as the Reds who are 1-5 have dropped their last two tp Pittsburgh while the Buc's with those two wins are now 6-1 on the season. Cincinnati will send Sal Romano (0-1, 4.50 ERA) to the 'bump' (ha) and he has pitched well against the Pirates going 1-2 with a 2.29 ERA on three starts. Cincinnati needs to break out with some hits and they are facing the right opponent tonight as Chad Kuhl (1-0, 6.35) who has surrendered eight hits in just 5.2 innings is the perfect man to end a slump agaInst. Take CINCINNATI!

Arizona at St. Louis 2:15 ET

Cardinals over Diamondbacks- This line makes very little sense to me as the Diamondbacks who have won four straight and are 6-1 (their best start in franchise history) send their ace Zack Greinke (0-0, 1.59 ERA) to the hill against St. Louis and the line is a virtual pick-em. St. Louis is sending Michael Wacha (0-1, 7.71) to the mound who has struggled the past two seasons including in his opener when he was bombed by the Mets allowing four runs and five hits in less then five innings. The answer is because the Cardinals are 20-9 in the lasT 29 meetings against Arizona. Take the DIAMONDBACKS!

Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee 8:10 ET

Brewers over Cubs- There is an oddity between these two clubs as they both have already been shutout in consecutive games. The Cubs lost to Miami 6-0 and 1-0 to the Reds before yesterday's 8-0 win over the Brewers. Milwaukee lost 6-0 to St. Louis before Thursday's 8-0 loss to Chicago. The Brewers added some offensive firepower in the off season and I expect them to breakout at home tonight. Take MILWAUKEE!

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh 7:05 ET

Reds over Pirates- I will term this my first 'Don't make sense' game of the season. Here we have the Pirates who have won five of six games so far this season and are at home against the 1-4 Reds and they are the underdog. So, let's look at the pitching matchup and we find Pittsburgh starter Trevor Williams (1-0, 0.00 ERA) is off six shutout innings without allowing a hit while Cincinnati's Luis Castillo (0-1, 10.80) was pounded for six runs and six hits including two homers in five innings against Washington. So, for the Reds to be favored just doesn't make any sense. Las Vegas appears to like the visitor here...so will I. Take CINCINNATI!

Atlanta at Colorado 4:10 ET

Braves over Rockies- The Braves have already surprised the experts (with a very short sample) by scoring runs in bunches posting a 4-2 record six games into the season. Atlanta leads the majors in runs scored (48) and batting average .297 and will 'light-up' Coors Field where offensive production is enhanced in the thin air of the Mile High City. Brandon McCarthy (1-0, 3.38 ERA) is from Colorado Springs and will have a hoard of family and friends in attendance and they will not be disappointed. Take ATLANTA!

Chicago at Milwaukee 8:10 ET

Brewers over Cubs- Last season the Brewers led the NL Central from April until late September when Chicago took over and in the off-season they made some major moves to deal with the Cubs. Tonight, Jon Lester (0-0, 8.10 ERA) will get the start after a poor Opening Day performance against Miami and he brings a 3-2 lifetime record with a 2.77 ERA against Milwaukee. Brent Suter (1-0, 5.40) is just 0-1 versus the Cubs but a stellar 4-1 with a 3.23 ERA at Miller Park. Take the BREWERS! 

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh 7:05 ET

Reds over Pirates- After opening the season with three straight losses Cincinnati but won their first game of the season 1-0 over Chicago on Monday and have had two days off before their first road game. Pittsburgh was the last man standing as they were the final team to lose this season yesterday to the Twins 7-3. Homer Bailey (0-1, 1.50 ERA) won both his starts against the Pirates last year and is 10-6 with a 3.39 ERA in 21 career appearances. Pittsburgh starter Steven Brault (1-0, 0.00) is just 1-3 with a 4.35 ERA in 11 big-league starts. This time the Reds get it done. Take CINCINNATI!

Seattle at Minnesota 4:10 ET

Mariners over Twins- Minnesota's home opener will be played in what most consider football weather but it shouldn't bother Seattle's starter James Paxton (0-1, 11.57 ERA) who grew up in British Columbia. Paxton was 12-5 with a 2.98 ERA last season and is 2-1 with a 2.70 ERA against the Twins in three career starts. Kyle Gibson (1-0, 0.00) was 12-10 with a 5.07 ERA last season but pitched six scoreless inning in his opening start against Baltimore not allowing a hit the first five innings. With the Mariners favored on the road tells me Minnesota is in trouble. Take SEATTLE!