Blue Jays’ new order to beat down Twins? At 20-23, the Blue Jays aren’t particular about who’s winning games at the moment. Whether it’s an established arm or an on-the-rise prospect, that individual need only perform his part to turn things around for the reigning American League East champions.
Author: Brad Burns
Marlins’ Stanton to snap out of funk vs. Nats? Something dreadful happens to Tanner Roark whenever he faces the Marlins. Unless the righty figures out a remedy in time for tonight’s series opener, Washington (25-16) could have company atop the NL East.
Cano, M’s to club their way past Reds? Owners of the best road record in the American League, the Mariners clearly know how to knock off some quality competition. Can they make quick work of a scuffling interleague foe, though?
Can Cardinals, Martinez drub D-backs? While their play in 2016 has been uncharacteristically messy, the Cardinals can usually count on a particular opponent to make everything all better.
Will Mets fend off hard-charging Brewers? The Mets suddenly have no shortage of concerns about their alleged staff ace. Those must temporarily be placed on the back page though, as the team prepares to host a series against one of the hottest teams in baseball.
Pirates to pound Rockies all over again? Between a bothersome injury and a general lack of sharpness, Gerrit Cole’s first month-plus of the season didn’t unfold as planned. Unfortunately for Colorado, Pittsburgh’s ace seems to be on the cusp of returning to dominance.
Can Reds stave off sweep by Indians? The battle for baseball supremacy in Ohio hasn’t been much of a fight in recent years. Do the Reds have what it takes to rise to the occasion today, though?
Mets, Nats to find offense amid pitching duel? In his second start since inking a massive contract extension, Washington’s Stephen Strasburg will take on the Mets’ own handsomely compensated righty. The problem is that Matt Harvey doesn’t look anything like a staff ace these days.
Piscotty to push Cards past Rockies? Michael Wacha hasn’t exactly been operating at a Grade A level lately. Then again, the St. Louis righty isn’t receiving much assistance from those behind him.
Cubs’ Zobrist to keep battering Brewers? It wasn’t always going to be a cakewalk for the Cubs in the National League Central Division. Things have taken an especially arduous turn of late, though.