Supreme MLB Picks for August 27th, 2024
Key Games
Los Angeles Angels vs. Detroit Tigers: Blake Hurter (DET) faces Johnny Cueto (LAA) in a game likely to see the Tigers come out on top. The Under is favored due to both teams' offensive struggles.
New York Yankees vs. Washington Nationals: Gerrit Cole leads the Yankees against Patrick Corbin. With Cole’s dominance and Corbin's struggles, the Yankees are heavily favored, and the Over is expected.
Atlanta Braves vs. Minnesota Twins: Max Fried (ATL) and Bailey Ober (MIN) face off in what could be a low-scoring game. The Braves have the edge due to their superior lineup.
1. Los Angeles Angels vs. Detroit Tigers
Prediction: Tigers win; Under 9 runs.
Analysis: The Tigers are sending Blake Hurter (3.57 ERA) to the mound against Johnny Cueto (4.26 ERA) of the Angels. Detroit has been strong at home, and Hurter has been effective, particularly against right-handed heavy lineups like the Angels'. Cueto, while experienced, has been inconsistent, and the Tigers' offense should be able to capitalize. The Tigers are favored to win, and with both teams' offenses struggling recently, the Under is a solid play.
2. Houston Astros vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Prediction: Phillies win; Under 7.5 runs.
Analysis: This is a marquee pitching matchup between Justin Verlander (3.92 ERA) and Aaron Nola (3.45 ERA). Both pitchers have the ability to dominate a game, and with the Phillies playing at home, Nola is favored to outduel Verlander. Given the quality of the pitchers, this game is likely to be low-scoring, making the Under a strong bet.
3. New York Yankees vs. Washington Nationals
Prediction: Yankees win; Over 8.5 runs.
Analysis: Gerrit Cole (3.72 ERA) takes the mound for the Yankees against Patrick Corbin (5.73 ERA) of the Nationals. Cole has been dominant all season, particularly against weaker lineups like the Nationals'. Corbin, on the other hand, has struggled mightily, and the Yankees' potent lineup is likely to take advantage. The Yankees are expected to win comfortably, and the Over is a good play given the potential for the Yankees to score big.
4. Atlanta Braves vs. Minnesota Twins
Prediction: Braves win; Under 8.5 runs.
Analysis: Max Fried (3.57 ERA) will pitch for the Braves against Bailey Ober (3.54 ERA) of the Twins. Both pitchers have been solid this season, and this game has the potential to be a low-scoring affair. The Braves have the edge with their superior offense, but the Under is the safer play given the quality of the pitchers.
