MLB Orioles vs. Twins Picks & Predictions for Monday, July 16
By ATSSportsline.com
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (ATS Consultants) – This is the first game of a four-game series. Chris Tillman takes the mound for the Orioles while Scott Diamond starts for the Twins. The opening pitch starts at 8:10pmET from Target Field in Minnesota.
ODDS: The oddsmakers have installed the Twins as a -125 favorite over the Orioles. The total is 8.5 in most books. Baltimore comes in with a 46-42 overall record and 39-46 Under, while Minnesota is 36-52 overall and 42-42 Over/Under.
LINE MOVEMENT: The Twins opened as a -125 favorite and remained there at most books. The total started at 8 and remained there at most books.
PUBLIC BETTING: Of the wagers currently placed on tonight’s game, 69% of public bettors favor the Twins. These numbers are subject to change, however, so make sure you click on the “Public Betting” link available in this paragraph to get the most up-to-date information.
MLB FREE PICK: Take the under. According to latest MLB trends, Baltimore is 5-1 Over last 6 vs. a team with a losing record, 4-0 Over in Tillman’s last 4 starts as a road underdog and is 5-1 Over im Tillman’s last 6 starts during game 1 of a series. Minnesota is 4-0 Over last 4 games as a home favorite, 5-0 Over last 5 home games with the total set at 7.0-8.5 and 5-1 Over last 6 games with the total set at 7.0-8.5. The Orioles hit better against lefties (.258) than righties (.229). That’s surprising considering they have strong lefties in Chris Davis, Nick Markakis and Jim Thome. But they also have Adam Jones, Wilson Betemit and Matt Wieters from the right side. Minnesota has Josh Willingham (22HRs), who may get dealt at some point. Chris Tillman pitched great against Seattle over a week ago, but back spasms held him back a day. He’s faces an underrated lineup in the Twins.
MONDAY MLB FREE PICK: ORIOLES/TWINS UNDER 8.5
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