Free Baseball Picks Tonight 7/12

Free Baseball Picks Tonight 7/12

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Dodgers vs. Tigers: Betting Preview and Prediction

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ offense undeniably gives them a significant advantage over the Detroit Tigers’ lineup. However, the starting pitching matchup tells a different story. Dodgers pitcher James Paxton has struggled this season with a 4.24 ERA, and his underlying metrics are even more concerning. Paxton’s 4.88 xERA, 4.92 FIP, 5.18 xFIP, 1.40 WHIP, 4.6% K-BB%, and 41.8% hard-hit rate highlight his difficulties on the mound. The Dodgers’ rotation has been plagued by injuries, forcing them to rely heavily on pitchers like Paxton.

On the other side, Detroit’s offense has shown improvement against left-handed pitching recently, which could make things tough for Paxton. This tilt in the pitching matchup suggests Detroit might have the upper hand.

Tarik Skubal will start for the Tigers, and he has consistently given his team a chance to win. The Tigers boast a 12-6 record in his starts, despite being four games under .500 overall. Skubal has been exceptional this season, leading qualified pitchers with the best WHIP and second-best ERA. His stellar performance has made him a frontrunner for the American League Cy Young Award. A strong outing against the Dodgers would further bolster his case.

Given these factors, I predict the Tigers will come out on top in this matchup. My final score prediction: Detroit Tigers 5, Los Angeles Dodgers 3

Yankees vs. Orioles: Betting Preview and Prediction

The New York Yankees head to Baltimore looking to break out of their slump and reclaim first place in the AL East. Currently, the Yankees are struggling with a 2-7 record in July, but they hope to start this series on a positive note by sending Gerrit Cole to the mound. Cole has had a rocky start to the season, posting a 1-1 record with a 6.75 ERA. In his last outing against Boston, he pitched 4.1 innings, allowing 4 earned runs while striking out 8.

The Orioles will counter with left-hander Cade Povich, who has also faced challenges this season, holding a 1-3 record with a 6.51 ERA. Povich’s last start against Oakland was particularly rough, as he gave up 8 earned runs in just 1 inning. Both pitchers are eager to bounce back from their recent struggles.

Offensively, the Orioles have had a tough time recently, getting outscored 21-2 in their series against the Cubs, which is uncharacteristic for them this season. Over their last 13 games, the Orioles are batting .248 with 15 home runs and 45 RBIs. The Yankees, meanwhile, are hitting .234 with 16 home runs and 64 RBIs in the same span. The Yankees’ bats need to come alive to stay competitive in the AL East.

Given the current form and the starting pitchers, I have more confidence in Gerrit Cole to lead the Yankees to a victory in this matchup. My final score prediction: New York Yankees 6, Baltimore Orioles 4.

Royals vs. Red Sox: Betting Preview and Prediction

The Boston Red Sox have transformed a strong June into a scorching start in July, posting a 7-2 record so far this month. After ending May with a 29-28 record, they’ve surged to a 22-12 run, making them a competitive force in recent weeks. Conversely, the Kansas City Royals have struggled, falling below .500 since the beginning of June. Given the contrasting trajectories of these teams, my prediction leans heavily towards the Red Sox for this Royals vs. Red Sox matchup.

The Red Sox’s recent success can be attributed to their explosive offense, averaging 5.4 runs per game since June. Over the past 10 games, their offensive output has remained robust, with a .788 OPS. Additionally, the Red Sox’s pitching has significantly improved, boasting a 3.48 team ERA in the same period, compared to a 4.35 ERA in June.

Although the Royals have the edge in the starting pitching matchup with Cole Ragans, who has been excellent this year, their bullpen remains a major weakness, with a 4.33 ERA. Despite Ragans’ impressive performance, the Royals’ bullpen struggles tilt the scales in favor of the Red Sox.

Considering Boston’s current form and home advantage, I’m backing the Red Sox as slight home underdogs. My final score prediction: Boston Red Sox 6, Kansas City Royals 4.