MLB Free Picks: Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers, Wednesday, September 14, 2011
By Anthony Rome
(The Spread) – National League West rivals clash in Los Angeles when the Dodgers host the Diamondbacks at 10:10PM ET.
Odds: Oddsmakers have installed the host Dodgers –138 money line favorites versus the visiting Diamondbacks, who are +130 on the ML. The over/under total for this game is currently sitting at 6 runs.
Pitching Matchup: Tonight’s pitching matchup is a great one, as Daniel Hudson will take on Dodgers’ ace Clayton Kershaw. Hudson enters the game with a 16-9 overall record and a 3.41 ERA, and has won his last four-straight starts. On the other side, Kershaw has been equally impressive, compiling an 18-5 record with a 2.36 ERA. He hasn’t lost a decision in his last six outings.
Public Betting: Of the 3,500-plus wagers on tonight’s games, 63% of MLB public bettors currently favor the Dodgers –138. This information is subject to change, however, so make sure you click on the link provided leading up to the first pitch.
MLB Free Pick: Take the first-place Diamondbacks and the +130 money line gift. According to latest MLB trends Arizona is 6-1 in its last seven road games and 5-0 in its last five games as an underdog. The D-Backs are also 5-1 in their last six games versus a left-handed starter and 6-0 in their last six during Game 3 of a series. Meanwhile, the Dodgers are 1-4 in their last five games with Bill Welke behind home plate and 0-4 in their last four games with Welke calling balls and strikes. The D-Backs face a tough challenge in Clayton Kershaw but this team seemingly can’t lose nowadays.
WEDNESDAY MLB FREE PICK: ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS +130