It’s an exciting night for baseball fans, as the Arizona Diamondbacks (+101) are taking on the Milwaukee Brewers (-111) at 8:10 PM EDT today. The run total is set at 7.5, and there’s already a buzz surrounding this game. The Brewers are -1.5 on the run line at odds of +170, while the Diamondbacks are +1.5 at odds of -205. Let’s analyze this matchup to determine where we should place our bets.
Pitching Matchup
The pitching matchup for this game is set to be Merrill Kelly vs. Corbin Burnes. These two have been performing exceptionally well lately, and we can expect a thrilling duel between them. Burnes has an ERA of 1.94, while Kelly’s ERA is 3.62.
Recent Performances
The Diamondbacks lost their last game against the Guardians in a 12-3 blowout. It might be tough for them playing on short rest, and we’ll have to see how they respond. The Brewers beat the Pirates 5-2 in their last game, but it’s worth noting that they’re playing on short rest. Will this impact their performance today?
Head-to-Head Matchup
The last time the Diamondbacks played the Brewers was on April 12, 2023, when the Diamondbacks beat the Brewers 7-3. In that game, the Diamondbacks were -132. The total for that game was set at 9.5 and went over by just a half run!
Win Trends
Looking at the win trends, we see that the Diamondbacks have won 6 out of their last 10 games, while the Brewers have won 4 of their last 10 games. However, the Diamondbacks have shown more consistency lately, which could be a deciding factor in this game.
Totals Trends
As for the totals trends, the Diamondbacks have gone over in 5 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 3 of their last 10. Meanwhile, the Brewers have gone over in 4 of their last 10 games and stayed under in 5 of their last 10.
Our Pick
For this game, we’re tailing hot Shark player Samuel and taking Arizona Diamondbacks (+101). They’ve been performing well lately and have shown consistency in their play. This could tip the scales in their favor. If you want to see more picks for this game, visit Shark Book app. Click here to download it for free and see why it’s called a handicapper’s best friend! Good luck!