The Cincinnati Reds made a significant move prior to the deadline, and it came from an unexpected trade partner. The Reds acquired third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes from the Pittsburgh Pirates, a fellow National League Central Division team. The trade, announced on Wednesday, sees the Reds sending left-handed reliever Taylor Rogers and shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura… read more

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a breeding ground for mediocrity and sadness. They have become an organization where either great promising talent goes to die, or a place that they RUN FROM whenever a greener pasture comes calling their name. It sucks for Pirates fans, because they have to deal with the perpetual “sucking” on a… read more

Coastal Carolina Money line (+130) What a way to kick off the championship series in Omaha. Coastal Carolina has won 26 games in a row and has been a force to be reckoned with this tournament. First time back to the big dance since 2016, where they won it all. They are underdogs, but they… read more

With some of the most exciting young players the league has to offer, the NL Central will send new and familiar names to Truist Park in July.

Paul Skenes 7+ (-140) The man with the best mustache in baseball. Paul Skenes has been a machine on the mound as of late. He’s surrendered just four earned runs in his last six starts and reaching the seven strikeout mark has been a thing of beauty in that span as well. He has a… read more

Cubs Money line (+109) This one is lofty, but I’m riding the trend. The Phillies have the most favorable matchup in regards to pitching. Zack Wheeler is an ace and Matthew Boyd (while very good this season), isn’t Wheeler. However, the Phillies have been playing a bad brand of baseball. They’ve been out scored 28-9… read more

Paul Skenes 7+ Strikeouts (-115) Six is preferably his sweet spot. But with the way the Phillies offense has been looking and is without Bryce Harper, this ought to be appetizing. Skenes has been a machine with strikeouts the last four starts and has really dialed things in. He has reached the mark in his… read more

Strider U 6.5 -105 Seven seems very lofty, even for Strider. He has only struck out more than five just once, and it was his most recent outing against the Phillies. That’s great to see, but he is taking on one of the best offenses in baseball with the Arizona Diamondbacks. I have no doubt… read more

Skenes 6+ -175 It’s Paul Skenes Day! When it comes to the strikeouts, this is the sweet spot for Skenes. Six total is very doable for Skenes and he has been quite dominant his last two outings. He’s had one outing against the Brewers in his career and struck out 11 batters and allowed zero… read more