Supreme MLB Picks for August 29th, 2024
Key Games
San Diego Padres vs. St. Louis Cardinals: Michael King (SD) is expected to lead the Padres to victory against Steven Gray (STL). The Under is favored due to King’s strong pitching.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Baltimore Orioles: Walker Buehler (LAD) faces Corbin Burnes (BAL) in what should be a low-scoring game, with the Dodgers having the edge due to their powerful lineup and home-field advantage.
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies: The Braves, led by Charlie Morton, are expected to capitalize on Taijuan Walker’s struggles, with the Over being a solid play due to the Braves’ potent offense.
1. San Diego Padres vs. St. Louis Cardinals
Prediction: Padres win; Under 8 runs.
Analysis: Michael King (3.14 ERA) will take the mound for the Padres against Steven Gray (4.07 ERA) of the Cardinals. King has been solid all season, and the Padres’ offense has been consistent. The Cardinals have struggled, particularly against good pitching, making the Padres the favored pick. The Under is also a strong play given King’s ability to keep runs off the board.
2. Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Baltimore Orioles
Prediction: Dodgers win; Under 8 runs.
Analysis: Walker Buehler (3.00 ERA) will pitch for the Dodgers against Corbin Burnes (3.28 ERA) of the Orioles. Both pitchers have been among the best in the league, and this game has the potential to be a low-scoring affair. The Dodgers have the edge with their powerful lineup and home-field advantage, but the Under is the safer bet given the quality of the pitchers.
3. Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Prediction: Braves win; Over 9 runs.
Analysis: Charlie Morton (4.24 ERA) will pitch for the Braves against Taijuan Walker (6.26 ERA) of the Phillies. Walker has struggled all season, and the Braves’ potent lineup is likely to take advantage. The Braves are favored to win, and the Over is a strong play given the potential for the Braves to score big.
