MLB Trends Sunday 7/12

CLEVELAND (34 - 53) at DETROIT (47 - 38)
TOMO OHKA (R) vs. JUSTIN VERLANDER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 34-53 (-23.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 37-57 (-27.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 15-22 (-9.7 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
CLEVELAND is 30-49 (-23.8 Units) against the money line in day games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 31-47 (-21.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
CLEVELAND is 26-42 (-19.6 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
CLEVELAND is 17-28 (-11.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
OHKA is 6-19 (-14.3 Units) against the money line in July games since 1997. (Team's Record)
DETROIT is 26-12 (+11.1 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
DETROIT is 20-10 (+9.1 Units) against the money line in day games this season.
DETROIT is 45-30 (+12.0 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
OHKA is 16-8 (+12.1 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 9 to 9.5 since 1997. (Team's Record)
DETROIT is 121-126 (-24.0 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 45-59 (-24.7 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 77-94 (-31.3 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
VERLANDER is 16-24 (-16.5 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 6-1 (+5.0 Units) against CLEVELAND this season
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+2.6 Units)

TOMO OHKA vs. DETROIT since 1997
OHKA is 0-2 when starting against DETROIT with an ERA of 9.28 and a WHIP of 1.969.
His team's record is 0-2 (-2.3 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-1. (-0.1 units)

JUSTIN VERLANDER vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
VERLANDER is 6-10 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 5.73 and a WHIP of 1.343.
His team's record is 6-11 (-7.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 7-10. (-4.8 units)

KANSAS CITY (37 - 49) at BOSTON (52 - 34)
BRUCE CHEN (L) vs. JOSH BECKETT (R)
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 64-111 (-33.4 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 87-42 (+21.0 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 10-1 (+9.3 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off this season.
BOSTON is 141-81 (+32.9 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 68-36 (+21.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
BECKETT is 30-8 (+18.1 Units) against the money line in home games in day games since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
KANSAS CITY is 1-1 (+0.9 Units) against BOSTON this season
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.1 Units, Under=-0.2 Units)

BRUCE CHEN vs. BOSTON since 1997
CHEN is 2-3 when starting against BOSTON with an ERA of 5.01 and a WHIP of 1.608.
His team's record is 2-4 (-1.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-2. (-0.2 units)

JOSH BECKETT vs. KANSAS CITY since 1997
BECKETT is 3-0 when starting against KANSAS CITY with an ERA of 2.41 and a WHIP of 0.950.
His team's record is 3-2 (-1.2 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-2. (+0.7 units)

OAKLAND (35 - 49) at TAMPA BAY (48 - 39)
BRETT ANDERSON (L) vs. JAMES SHIELDS (R)
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 20-40 (-23.8 Units) against the money line in July games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 4-16 (-11.3 Units) against the money line in road games when playing with a day off over the last 2 seasons.
OAKLAND is 10-28 (-15.7 Units) against the money line in road games in day games over the last 2 seasons.
OAKLAND is 12-31 (-18.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
TAMPA BAY is 153-112 (+30.8 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 92-40 (+39.4 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 76-71 (+19.8 Units) against the money line in home games in July games since 1997.
TAMPA BAY is 34-9 (+20.9 Units) against the money line in home games in day games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 93-43 (+36.8 Units) against the money line in games played in a dome over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 99-49 (+37.2 Units) against the money line in games played on artificial turf over the last 2 seasons.
OAKLAND is 22-20 (+20.4 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +175 to +200 since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
OAKLAND is 4-4 (+1.5 Units) against TAMPA BAY this season
4 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.2 Units, Under=-0.4 Units)

BRETT ANDERSON vs. TAMPA BAY since 1997
ANDERSON is 1-0 when starting against TAMPA BAY with an ERA of 3.00 and a WHIP of 0.667.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.7 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

JAMES SHIELDS vs. OAKLAND since 1997
SHIELDS is 3-1 when starting against OAKLAND with an ERA of 3.83 and a WHIP of 1.155.
His team's record is 5-2 (+2.4 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-4. (-1.6 units)

TORONTO (44 - 44) at BALTIMORE (38 - 48)
MARC RZEPCYNSKI (L) vs. BRADLEY BERGESEN (R)
Top Trends for this game.
TORONTO is 2-12 (-10.7 Units) against the money line in road games against division opponents this season.
TORONTO is 39-30 (+13.7 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +100 to +125 over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 52-37 (+14.2 Units) against the money line in day games over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 7-31 (-24.6 Units) against the money line when playing on Sunday over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 33-69 (-26.6 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 19-50 (-29.6 Units) against the money line in day games over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 490-531 (-108.2 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field since 1997.
BALTIMORE is 490-531 (-108.2 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
TORONTO is 4-3 (+0.4 Units) against BALTIMORE this season
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+2.5 Units)

MARC RZEPCYNSKI vs. BALTIMORE since 1997
No recent starts.
BRADLEY BERGESEN vs. TORONTO since 1997
BERGESEN is 0-0 when starting against TORONTO with an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 1.500.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

CHI WHITE SOX (44 - 42) at MINNESOTA (44 - 43)
MARK BUEHRLE (L) vs. SCOTT BAKER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CHI WHITE SOX are 7-24 (-15.9 Units) against the money line in games played on artificial turf over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 24-11 (+11.5 Units) against the money line at home with a money line of -100 to -125 over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 80-47 (+21.1 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 21-6 (+16.2 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 59-41 (+13.2 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 83-51 (+21.0 Units) against the money line in games played in a dome over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 83-54 (+17.9 Units) against the money line in games played on artificial turf over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 29-10 (+18.5 Units) against the money line in home games against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 39-19 (+17.7 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
CHI WHITE SOX are 65-47 (+16.4 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
BUEHRLE is 13-4 (+7.6 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
CHI WHITE SOX is 4-3 (+0.6 Units) against MINNESOTA this season
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.8 Units)

MARK BUEHRLE vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
BUEHRLE is 23-13 when starting against MINNESOTA with an ERA of 3.65 and a WHIP of 1.315.
His team's record is 24-13 (+8.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 18-19. (-2.8 units)

SCOTT BAKER vs. CHI WHITE SOX since 1997
BAKER is 3-3 when starting against CHI WHITE SOX with an ERA of 6.85 and a WHIP of 1.634.
His team's record is 5-4 (+1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 7-2. (+5.0 units)

Cincinnati Reds vs. New York Mets

The Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Citi Field.

The Reds will pin their hopes on the pitching of ace righthander Aaron Harang in this game. Harang has a 5-8 record and a 3.89 ERA this season.

Starting this game for the Mets will be Michael Pelfrey. The righthander has a 4.52 ERA to go along with a 6-4 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Johan Santana tossed seven scoreless innings to help the Mets defeat the Reds 4-0 on Saturday, as -145 favorites. The game's four runs went UNDER the night's posted over/under (7.5).

Jeff Francoeur went 2-for-4 at the plate and drove in a pair of runs for the Mets. Santana improved to 10-7 with the win.

Jeff Francoeur went 2-for-4 at the plate and drove in a pair of runs for the Mets. Santana improved to 10-7 with the win.

Johnny Cueto allowed nine hits and four runs over five innings in a losing effort for the Reds, who were +125 underdogs.

Team records:
Cincinnati: 42-44 SU
New York: 41-45 SU

Cincinnati most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 7-3
Before playing Milwaukee are 7-3
After playing NY Mets are 4-6
After a loss are 6-4

New York most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing Atlanta are 6-4
After playing Cincinnati are 4-6
After a win are 2-8

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cincinnati's last 7 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
Cincinnati is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing NY Mets
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of NY Mets's last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Mets's last 7 games at home
NY Mets are 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Cincinnati
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Mets's last 7 games when playing at home against Cincinnati

Next up:
Cincinnati home to Milwaukee, Thursday, July 16
NY Mets at Atlanta, Thursday, July 16

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies

The Pittsburgh Pirates will be fighting to snap a losing streak on Sunday when they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

The Pirates will give the ball to starter Virgil Vasquez in this one. Righthander Vasquez is 1-2 this season with a 4.50 ERA.

Vasquez's opponent in this one will be JA Happ. The Phillies lefthander has a 3.24 ERA to go along with a 3-0 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The Phillies scored five runs in the ninth inning to come back and defeat the Pirates 8-7 on Saturday, as +210 underdogs. That game's 15 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9).

Ryan Howard led the Phillies with a three-run homer, while Tyler Walker tossed the ninth inning for his first win.

Andrew McCuthchen belted a two-run homer for the Pirates, who were -240 favorites. Matt Capps gave up five runs in relief to suffer the loss.

Current streak:
Pittsburgh has lost 3 straight games.
Philadelphia has won 4 straight games.

Team records:
Pittsburgh: 38-49 SU
Philadelphia: 47-38 SU

Pittsburgh most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing San Francisco are 7-3
After playing Philadelphia are 5-5
After a loss are 4-6

Philadelphia most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing Florida are 6-4
After playing Pittsburgh are 6-4
After a win are 7-3

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 6 games when playing Philadelphia
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 6 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Pittsburgh's last 16 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 7 games on the road
Philadelphia is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh
Philadelphia is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games
Philadelphia is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 6 games when playing Pittsburgh

Next up:
Pittsburgh home to San Francisco, Friday, July 17
Philadelphia at Florida, Friday, July 17

Washington Nationals vs. Houston Astros

The Washington Nationals and the Houston Astros will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Minute Maid Park.

The Nationals will trot Jordan Zimmermann out to the mound in this one. Righthander Zimmermann has a 3-3 record and a 4.52 ERA this season.

Zimmermann's opponent in this one will be Brian Moehler. The Astros righthander has a 5.52 ERA to go along with a 5-5 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The Nationals exploded offensively as they cruised past the Astros 13-2 on Saturday, as +140 underdogs. The game's 15 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9.5).

Josh Willingham led the way with two home runs and drove in four runs for the Nationals. Craig Stammen went the distance on the mound for his second victory.

Miguel Tejada and Lance Berkman drove in the runs for the Astros, who were -160 favorites in that game.

Team records:
Washington: 26-60 SU
Houston: 43-44 SU

Washington most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 1-9
Before playing Chi Cubs are 6-4
After playing Houston are 3-7
After a win are 4-6

Houston most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing LA Dodgers are 6-4
After playing Washington are 6-4
After a loss are 7-3

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games when playing Houston
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Washington's last 7 games when playing on the road against Houston
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 5 games when playing Washington
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Houston's last 7 games when playing at home against Washington
Houston is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Houston is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games at home

Next up:
Washington home to Chi Cubs, Thursday, July 16
Houston at LA Dodgers, Thursday, July 16

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers

The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Miller Park.

The Dodgers will trot Clayton Kershaw out to the mound in this one. Lefthander Kershaw has a 6-5 record and a 3.27 ERA this season.

Starting this game for the Brewers will be ace Yovani Gallardo. The righthander has a 2.95 ERA to go along with a 8-6 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

J.J. Hardy drove in two runs to help the Brewers defeat the Dodgers 6-3 on Saturday, as a -110 pick'em. That game's nine runs went UNDER the posted over/under (10).

Prince Fielder had two hits with one RBI and one run scored for the Brewers. Mike Burns allowed six hits and three runs over five innings for the win, and Trevor Hoffman collected his 20th save.

Team records:
Los Angeles: 55-32 SU
Milwaukee: 45-42 SU

Los Angeles most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing Houston are 3-7
After playing Milwaukee are 6-4
After a loss are 8-2

Milwaukee most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing Cincinnati are 4-6
After playing LA Dodgers are 3-7
After a win are 4-6

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 8 of LA Dodgers's last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Dodgers's last 8 games
LA Dodgers are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games when playing Milwaukee
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Dodgers's last 7 games when playing Milwaukee
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Milwaukee's last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Milwaukee's last 7 games when playing LA Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 6 games when playing at home against LA Dodgers

Next up:
LA Dodgers home to Houston, Thursday, July 16
Milwaukee at Cincinnati, Thursday, July 16

Atlanta Braves vs. Colorado Rockies

The Atlanta Braves and the Colorado Rockies will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Coors Field.

The Braves will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Kris Medlen in this game. Medlen has a 1-2 record and a 6.28 ERA this season.

Meanwhile, it'll be Jason Hammel who starts for the Rockies. Righthander Hammel is 5-4 with a 4.18 ERA so far this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Brian McCann drove in a pair of runs to help lift the Braves to a 4-3 victory over the Rockies on Saturday, as +105 underdogs. That game's seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9.5).

Jair Jurrjens tossed six innings for the win, allowing five hits and two runs. Rafael Soriano picked up his 12th save with a solid ninth inning in relief.

Troy Tulowitzki hit a solo home run in a losing effort for the Rockies, who were -115 favorites in that contest. Jason Marquis gave up three runs over six innings to fall to 11-6 overall

Current streak:
Atlanta has won 2 straight games.
Colorado has lost 2 straight games.

Team records:
Atlanta: 43-44 SU
Colorado: 46-41 SU

Atlanta most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing NY Mets are 4-6
After playing Colorado are 8-2
After a win are 7-3

Colorado most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 4-6
Before playing San Diego are 6-4
After playing Atlanta are 2-8
After a loss are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Atlanta's last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Atlanta's last 8 games on the road
Atlanta is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Atlanta is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Colorado's last 13 games
Colorado is 13-5 SU in its last 18 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Colorado's last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Colorado's last 7 games when playing at home against Atlanta

Next up:
Atlanta home to NY Mets, Thursday, July 16
Colorado at San Diego, Thursday, July 16

San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants will be trying to extend a winning streak on Sunday when they take on the San Diego Padres at AT&T Park.

Kevin Correia will be the starting pitcher for the Padres on this day. Righthander Correia is 5-7 this season with a 4.58 ERA.

Meanwhile, it'll be Barry Zito who starts for the Giants. Lefthander Zito is 5-8 with a 4.43 ERA so far this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Pablo Sandoval hit two home runs to single-handedly help the Giants defeat the Padres 2-1 on Saturday. The Giants won that game as -240 favorites, while the team's played UNDER the posted over/under (8).

Justin Miller tossed 3 1-3 innings of relief for the win, and Brian Wilson collected his 23rd save.

Tim Stauffer gave up four hits and two runs over seven innings to suffer the loss. Oddsmakers listed the Padres as +210 underdogs.

Current streak:
San Diego has lost 7 straight games.
San Francisco has won 3 straight games.

Team records:
San Diego: 35-52 SU
San Francisco: 49-38 SU

San Diego most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 2-8
Before playing Colorado are 3-7
After playing San Francisco are 7-3
After a loss are 2-8

San Francisco most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 4-6
Before playing Pittsburgh are 2-8
After playing San Diego are 4-6
After a win are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of San Diego's last 7 games when playing San Francisco
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Diego's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Diego's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of San Diego's last 10 games when playing on the road against San Francisco
San Francisco is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against San Diego
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of San Francisco's last 7 games when playing San Diego
San Francisco is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
San Francisco is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home

Next up:
San Diego home to Colorado, Thursday, July 16
San Francisco at Pittsburgh, Friday, July 17

Florida Marlins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

The Florida Marlins and the Arizona Diamondbacks will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Chase Field.

Josh Johnson will be the starting pitcher for the Marlins on this day. Righthander Johnson is 7-2 this season with a 2.82 ERA.

Starting this game for the Diamondbacks will be Doug Davis. The lefthander has a 3.13 ERA to go along with a 4-8 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The Diamondbacks scored early and went on to defeat the Marlins 5-1 on Saturday, as -130 favorites. The team's played UNDER the posted over/under (10.5).

Justin Upton went a perfect 4-for-4 at the plate with one RBI for the Diamondbacks. Jon Garland pitched eight innings for the win, giving up seven hits and one run.

Jorge Cantu had three hits and drove in the only run for the Marlins, who were +110 underdogs. Sean West gave up nine hits and five runs over 4 2-3 innings in the loss.

Current streak:
Florida has lost 2 straight games.
Arizona has won 2 straight games.

Team records:
Florida: 45-44 SU
Arizona: 38-50 SU

Florida most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing Philadelphia are 5-5
After playing Arizona are 3-7
After a loss are 5-5

Arizona most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 7-3
Before playing St. Louis are 4-6
After playing Florida are 7-3
After a win are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Florida's last 6 games when playing Arizona
Florida is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
Florida is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Arizona
Florida is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games on the road
Arizona is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games
Arizona is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
Arizona is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Florida
Arizona is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Florida

Next up:
Florida home to Philadelphia, Friday, July 17
Arizona at St. Louis, Friday, July 17

St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs

The St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs will meet on the field at Wrigley Field on Sunday in a battle of division rivals.

Kyle Lohse will be the starting pitcher for the Cardinals on this day. Righthander Lohse is 4-4 this season with a 3.99 ERA.

The Cubs will counter Lohse with ace Carlos Zambrano. Righthander Zambrano has a 3.47 ERA to go along with a 4-4 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Jeff Baker drove in two runs and Ted Lilly allowed just four hits over eight innings on Saturday, as the Cubs defeated the Cardinals 5-2. The Cubs won that game as -180 favorites, but the seven runs went UNDER the day's posted over/under (9).

Lilly improved to 9-6 with the victory, and Kevin Gregg recorded the final out for his 16th save.

Ryan Ludwick had and RBI double, and Yadier Molina singled in a run for the Cardinals, who were +160 underdogs. Brad Thompson surrendered five runs over 4 2-3 innings in the loss.

Team records:
St. Louis: 48-41 SU
Chicago: 42-42 SU

St. Louis most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 2-8
Before playing Chi Cubs are 8-2
After playing Chi Cubs are 6-4
After a loss are 6-4

Chicago most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing St. Louis are 1-9
After playing St. Louis are 5-5
After a win are 5-5

A few trends to consider:
St. Louis is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games when playing St. Louis
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games when playing at home against St. Louis

Next up:
St. Louis home to Arizona, Friday, July 17
Chi Cubs at Washington, Thursday, July 16

Cleveland Indians vs. Detroit Tigers

The division rival Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers are set to renew hostilities on Sunday when they meet at Comerica Park.

The Indians will trot Toma Ohka out to the mound in this one. Righthander Ohka has a 0-2 record and a 6.35 ERA this season.

It'll be ace Justin Verlander toeing the rubber for the Tigers in this contest. Righthander Verlander is 9-4 with a 3.59 ERA so far this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The Indians gave up two runs in the ninth inning, but held on for a 5-4 victory over the Tigers on Saturday. The Indians won the game as +110 underdogs, while the nine runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9.5).

Travis Hafner led the Indians with two hits and two RBIs. Carl Pavano pitched eight innings for the win, and Kerry Wood collected his 12th save of the season.

Miguel Cabrera belted a two-run homer for the Tigers, who were -130 favorites in that game. Armando Galarraga surrendered nine hits and four runs over six innings in the loss.

Team records:
Cleveland: 35-53 SU
Detroit: 47-39 SU

Cleveland most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 7-3
Before playing Seattle are 4-6
After playing Detroit are 6-4
After a win are 3-7

Detroit most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing NY Yankees are 7-3
After playing Cleveland are 4-6
After a loss are 5-5

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cleveland's last 5 games when playing Detroit
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cleveland's last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland's last 6 games on the road
Cleveland is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Detroit's last 5 games when playing Cleveland
Detroit is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Cleveland
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Detroit's last 7 games
Detroit is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games at home

Next up:
Cleveland home to Seattle, Thursday, July 16
Detroit at NY Yankees, Friday, July 17

Kansas City Royals vs. Boston Red Sox

The Kansas City Royals and the Boston Red Sox will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Fenway Park.

The Royals will pin their hopes on the pitching of lefthander Bruce Chen in this game. Chen has a 0-3 record and a 6.88 ERA this season.

It'll be ace Josh Beckett toeing the rubber for the Red Sox in this contest. Righthander Beckett is 10-3 with a 3.62 ERA so far this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Kevin Youkilis hit two home runs in leading the Red Sox to a 15-9 victory over the Royals on Saturday, as -175 favorites. That game's 24 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9.5).

David Ortiz hit a two-run dinger for the Red Sox, and Jason Varitek also went deep. John Smoltz allowed four hits and one run over five innings for his first win of the season.

Billy Butler went 3-for-4 at the plate with three RBIs for the Royals, who were +155 underdogs. Gil Meche surrendered eight runs and six hits over 3 2-3 innings in the loss.

Current streak:
Kansas City has lost 2 straight games.
Boston has won 2 straight games.

Team records:
Kansas City: 37-50 SU
Boston: 53-34 SU

Kansas City most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing Tampa Bay are 1-9
After playing Boston are 1-9
After a loss are 3-7

Boston most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 8-2
Before playing Toronto are 5-5
After playing Kansas City are 7-3
After a win are 4-6

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Kansas City's last 5 games when playing Boston
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Kansas City's last 13 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Kansas City's last 16 games
The total has gone OVER in 15 of Kansas City's last 23 games when playing on the road against Boston
Boston is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Kansas City
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Kansas City

Next up:
Kansas City home to Tampa Bay, Friday, July 17
Boston at Toronto, Friday, July 17

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Baltimore Orioles

The Toronto Blue Jays and the Baltimore Orioles will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Camden Yards.

The Blue Jays will pin their hopes on the pitching of lefthander Marc Rzepczynski in this game. Rzepczynski has a 0-0 record and a 1.50 ERA this season.

Rzepczynski's opponent in this one will be Jeremy Guthrie. The Orioles ace righthander has a 5.35 ERA to go along with a 6-8 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Melvin Mora hit a walk-off homer in the 12th inning to give the Orioles a 4-3 victory over the Blue Jays on Saturday, as +105 underdogs. The seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9.5).

Luke Scott also went deep for the Orioles, while Mark Hendrickson tossed the 12th inning for the win.

Aaron Hill had two hits and drove in a run for the Blue Jays, who were -115 favorites. Jesse Carlson gave up the winning run and was saddled with the loss.

Team records:
Toronto: 44-45 SU
Baltimore: 39-48 SU

Toronto most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 4-6
Before playing Boston are 5-5
After playing Baltimore are 4-6
After a loss are 3-7

Baltimore most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 3-7
Before playing Chi White Sox are 3-7
After playing Toronto are 6-4
After a win are 5-5

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Toronto's last 7 games when playing Baltimore
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto's last 5 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Baltimore's last 7 games when playing Toronto
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore's last 5 games
Baltimore is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Toronto
Baltimore is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Toronto

Next up:
Toronto home to Boston, Friday, July 17
Baltimore at Chi White Sox, Friday, July 17

Oakland Athletics vs. Tampa Bay Rays

The Oakland Athletics and the Tampa Bay Rays will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Tropicana Field.

The Athletics will give the ball to starter Brett Anderson in this one. Lefthander Anderson is 5-7 this season with a 4.86 ERA.

The Rays will counter Anderson with James Shields. Righthander Shields has a 3.38 ERA to go along with a 6-6 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Adam Kennedy and Rajai Davis hit two-run homers in the seventh inning to lift the A's to a 7-2 victory over the Rays on Saturday, as +175 underdogs. The game's nine runs made it OVER the posted over/under (8.5).

Orlando Cabrera drove in two runs in a three-run eighth inning for the A's. Dallas Braden improved to 7-7 with the victory over six innings of work.

Ben Zobrist went 2-for-4 at the plate with one RBI for the Rays, who were favored at -195 for that game. Matt Garza gave up seven hits and three runs over 6 1-3 innings on the mound.

Team records:
Oakland: 36-49 SU
Tampa Bay: 48-40 SU

Oakland most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 3-7
Before playing LA Angels are 5-5
After playing Tampa Bay are 6-4
After a win are 2-8

Tampa Bay most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 3-7
Before playing Kansas City are 8-2
After playing Oakland are 5-5
After a loss are 4-6

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Oakland's last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Oakland's last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Oakland's last 13 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Oakland's last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games at home
Tampa Bay is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Tampa Bay's last 13 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 7 games at home

Next up:
Oakland home to LA Angels, Thursday, July 16
Tampa Bay at Kansas City, Friday, July 17

Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins

The Chicago White Sox and the Minnesota Twins will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at The Metrodome.

The White Sox will trot ace Mark Buehrle out to the mound in this one. Lefthander Buehrle has a 9-2 record and a 3.14 ERA this season.

The Twins will counter Buehrle with Scott Baker. Righthander Baker has a 5.31 ERA to go along with a 6-7 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The White Sox gave up two runs in the ninth inning, but managed to hang on and defeat the Twins 8-7 on Saturday. The White Sox won the game as +100 underdogs, whjile the 15 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9).

Jim Thome led the way with four RBIs and Brian Anderson drove in a pair of runs for the White Sox. Gavin Foyd went 7 2-3 innings on the mound for his seventh win, and Bobby Jenks collected his 20th save.

Joe Crede smacked two home runs and drove in four runs for the Twins, who were -120 favorites. Glen Perkins gave up eight hits and five runs over 4 1-3 innings of work.

Team records:
Chicago: 45-42 SU
Minnesota: 44-44 SU

Chicago most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing Baltimore are 8-2
After playing Minnesota are 6-4
After a win are 7-3

Minnesota most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 5-5
Before playing Texas are 5-5
After playing Chi White Sox are 4-6
After a loss are 7-3

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Chi White Sox's last 8 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 5 games when playing Minnesota
Chi White Sox are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Minnesota's last 8 games when playing at home against Chi White Sox
Minnesota is 5-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Chi White Sox
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games at home

Next up:
Chi White Sox home to Baltimore, Friday, July 17
Minnesota at Texas, Friday, July 17

New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Angels

The Los Angeles Angels will be trying to extend a winning streak on Sunday when they take on the New York Yankees at Angel Stadium.

Ace lefthander CC Sabathia will take the mound for the Yankees to start this game. Sabathia is 8-5 this season with a 3.70 ERA.

Sabathia's opponent in this one will be John Lackey. The Angels ace righthander has a 5.18 ERA to go along with a 3-4 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

The Angels exploded for seven runs in the fifth inning and routed the Yankees 14-8 on Saturday, as +100 underdogs. That game's 22 runs sailed OVER the game's posted over/under (10).

Bobby Abreu drove in three runs to lead the Angels, while Mike Napoli went deep and also had three RBIs. Jered Weaver notched his 10th victory of the season, allowing four runs over six innings with nine strikeouts.

Eric Hinske hit two home runs and finished with three runs batted in for the Yankees, who were -120 favorites. Andy Pettitte gave up six runs off seven hits in just 4 1-3 innings of work.

Current streak:
New York has lost 2 straight games.
Los Angeles has won 2 straight games.

Team records:
New York: 51-36 SU
Los Angeles: 48-37 SU

New York most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 6-4
Before playing Detroit are 3-7
After playing LA Angels are 2-8
After a loss are 6-4

Los Angeles most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 8-2
Before playing Oakland are 6-4
After playing NY Yankees are 8-2
After a win are 7-3

A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Yankees's last 5 games when playing LA Angels
The total has gone OVER in 7 of NY Yankees's last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Yankees's last 5 games on the road
NY Yankees are 8-2 SU in their last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Angels's last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
LA Angels are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Angels's last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Angels's last 7 games at home

Next up:
NY Yankees home to Detroit, Friday, July 17
LA Angels at Oakland, Thursday, July 16

Texas Rangers vs. Seattle Mariners

The fans at Safeco Field will be treated to a game between the Texas Rangers and the Seattle Mariners when they take their seats on Sunday.

The Rangers will trot Dustin Nippert out to the mound in this one. Righthander Nippert has a 0-0 record and a 7.36 ERA this season.

The Mariners will counter Nippert with ace Erik Bedard. Lefthander Bedard has a 2.58 ERA to go along with a 5-2 record this season.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Rob Johnson blasted a two-run homer and the Mariners snuck past the Rangers 4-1 on Saturday, as a -110 pick'em. That game's five runs went UNDER the posted over/under (8).

Russell Branyan homered and Ichiro Suzuki drove in the other run for the Mariners. Jarrod Washburn gave up four hits and one run over seven innings for the victory.

Ian Kinsler drove in the lone run for the Rangers. Kevin Millwood allowed six hits and four runs over six innings to suffer the loss.

Team records:
Texas: 48-38 SU
Seattle: 45-42 SU

Texas most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 4-6
Before playing Minnesota are 3-7
After playing Seattle are 7-3
After a loss are 4-6

Seattle most recently:
When playing on Sunday are 4-6
Before playing Cleveland are 6-4
After playing Texas are 4-6
After a win are 4-6

A few trends to consider:
Texas is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing Seattle
Texas is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Texas's last 7 games when playing on the road against Seattle
Texas is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Seattle
Seattle is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Seattle's last 7 games when playing at home against Texas
The total has gone UNDER in 16 of Seattle's last 23 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Seattle's last 6 games

Next up:
Texas home to Minnesota, Friday, July 17
Seattle at Cleveland, Thursday, July 16

ST. LOUIS vs. CHI CUBS
St. Louis is 2-5 SU in their last 7 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
The total has gone OVER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
Chi Cubs are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games at home

CINCINNATI vs. NY METS
Cincinnati is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cincinnati's last 7 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
NY Mets are 2-6 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of NY Mets's last 8 games

KANSAS CITY vs. BOSTON
Kansas City is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Kansas City's last 16 games
Boston is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Kansas City
The total has gone OVER in 15 of Boston's last 23 games when playing at home against Kansas City

PITTSBURGH vs. PHILADELPHIA
Pittsburgh is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Pittsburgh's last 16 games
Philadelphia is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 6 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh

TORONTO vs. BALTIMORE
Toronto is 15-7 SU in its last 22 games when playing Baltimore
Toronto is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Baltimore
Baltimore is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Toronto
Baltimore is 7-15 SU in its last 22 games when playing Toronto

OAKLAND vs. TAMPA BAY
Oakland is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Oakland's last 13 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Tampa Bay's last 13 games

WASHINGTON vs. HOUSTON
Washington is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games
Houston is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Washington
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Houston's last 7 games when playing at home against Washington

LA DODGERS vs. MILWAUKEE
LA Dodgers are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 6 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
Milwaukee is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 5 games

CHI WHITE SOX vs. MINNESOTA
Chi White Sox are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games on the road
Chi White Sox are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games when playing Minnesota
Minnesota is 2-5 SU in their last 7 games when playing Chi White Sox
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games when playing Chi White Sox

ATLANTA vs. COLORADO
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta's last 7 games when playing on the road against Colorado
Atlanta is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games when playing Colorado
Colorado is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Colorado's last 13 games

NY YANKEES vs. LA ANGELS
NY Yankees are 3-8 SU in their last 11 games when playing LA Angels
The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Yankees's last 5 games when playing LA Angels
LA Angels are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Angels's last 7 games at home

SAN DIEGO vs. SAN FRANCISCO
San Diego is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against San Francisco
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of San Diego's last 10 games when playing on the road against San Francisco
San Francisco is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Francisco's last 5 games

FLORIDA vs. ARIZONA
Florida is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
Florida is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games on the road
Arizona is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Florida
Arizona is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Florida

TEXAS vs. SEATTLE
Texas is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing Seattle
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Texas's last 6 games when playing Seattle
Seattle is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 16 of Seattle's last 23 games at home

ST. LOUIS vs. CHI CUBS
St. Louis is 4-1-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing Chi Cubs
St. Louis is 1-3-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
Chi Cubs are 1-3-1 SU in their last 5 games
Chi Cubs are 1-3-1 SU in their last 5 games at home

National League

CINCINNATI at NY METS
HARANG: CIN 14-2 off loss by 4+ runs
PELFREY: NYM 24-12 Over after allowing 1 run or less

PITTSBURGH at PHILADELPHIA
VASQUEZ: PIT 17-2 Under off 5+ road games
HAPP: PHI 11-17 at home vs. righties

LA DODGERS at MILWAUKEE
KERSHAW: LAD 16-7 as road underdog
GALLARDO: 9-1 Under in day games

WASHINGTON at HOUSTON
ZIMMERMANN: WAS 9-32 off an Over
MOEHLER: HOU 27-11 at home revenging loss as home favorite

ATLANTA at COLORADO
MEDLEN: ATL 36-17 Under vs. righties
HAMMEL: COL 15-2 at home revenging BB home losses

SAN DIEGO at SAN FRANCISCO
CORREIA: SD 2-14 Away off an Under
ZITO: SF 26-10 when favored

FLORIDA at ARIZONA
JOHNSON: 11-3 TSR in day games
DAVIS: ARI 20-29 at home

GAME 2 ST LOUIS at CHICAGO CUBS
WAINWRIGHT: 6-0 TSR as an underdog
WELLS: CHC 17-30 off an Under

American League

CLEVELAND at DETROIT
OHKA: CLE 9-25 off a win
VERLANDER: DET 20-10 in day games

KANSAS CITY at BOSTON
CHEN: KC 10-2 Under in road day games
BECKETT: BOS 20-2 off 4+ home games

OAKLAND at TAMPA BAY
ANDERSON: OAK 19-9 Under in day games
SHIELDS: 23-3 TSR as a home favorite of -150 or more

TORONTO at BALTIMORE
RZEPCYNSKI: TOR 2-13 Away vs. division
BERGESEN: BAL 19-50 in day games

CHI WHITE SOX at MINNESOTA
BUEHRLE: CHW 8-24 on artificial turf
BAKER: MIN 33-16 at home off loss

NY YANKEES at LA ANGELS
SABATHIA: NYY 11-0 Under off a game where they had 6+ extra base hits
LACKEY: LAA 15-7 in day games

TEXAS at SEATTLE
NIPPERT: TEX 20-9 Under vs. lefties
BEDARD: SEA 19-9 Under in day games

Write-In Game

GAME 1 ST LOUIS at CHICAGO CUBS
LOHSE: n/a
ZAMBRANO: n/a

Tips and Trends

New York Yankees at Los Angeles Angels

Yankees (-$1.40 O/U 9): New York ranks first or second in the major leagues in batting average, runs scored and home runs. There are eight Yankees who have hit at least 10 home runs this season. But pitching is the key for New York. The Yankees are counting on CC Sabathia. Sabathia has had problems pitching in Yankee Stadium’s band box with a 2-2 mark and 4.55 ERA. On the road, though, Sabathia is 6-3 with a 2.98 ERA. In his second-to-last start, Sabathia lost as a -$3.15 home favorite. The Mariners got to Sabathia for six earned runs on 10 hits and three walks in 5 2/3 innings. The big lefty rebounded to hold the Twins to one run on three hits in seven innings last Tuesday at the Metrodome. Sabathia lost to the Angels in his lone start against them this season, giving up four runs in 6 2/3 innings.

The Yankees have scored at least 4 runs in 16 consecutive games going into the final weekend before the All-Star break.

Key Injuries - None.

PROJECTED SCORE: 5 (Side of the Day)

Angels: Prior to his last start, John Lackey (3-4, 5.18 ERA) had showed signs of turning around his slow start. Lackey had allowed just nine earned runs in four previous starts spanning 30 innings. But he had a bad inning in his last outing on Tuesday against the Rangers. The right-hander was cruising with a shutout with two outs in the fifth inning, but then proceeded to give up a double, three singles, two walks and a three-run homer to Andruw Jones, which finished his night. Lackey ended up yielding six earned runs. Lackey has averaged 7.4 strikeouts in his last five starts. Lackey is 4-7 with a 4.81 ERA in 15 career starts against the Yankees. At home this season, Lackey is 1-3 with a 5.46 ERA. The Angels will be missing injured star outfielders Torii Hunter and Vladimir Guerrero. Both are on the DL.

The Angels are 5-0 the past five times they’ve been an underdog.

Key Injuries - Vladimir Guerrero (knee) and Torii Hunter (groin) are on the DL.

PROJECTED SCORE: 4

Florida Marlins at Arizona Diamondbacks

Marlins (-$1.16, O/U 8.5): Josh Johnson (7-2, 2.82 ERA) is enjoying an excellent season becoming an ace. The right-hander, however, is winless in his last three starts. Johnson gave up three earned runs on five hits in seven innings during his last start on Tuesday against the Giants, but lost 3-0. Johnson has been amazingly consistent. In 18 starts this season, he’s surrendered more than three earned runs only once. Just twice has Johnson given up more than seven hits during a start. Johnson has been more effective when pitching at LandShark Stadium. He’s 4-1 at home with a 1.98 ERA. This compares to 3-1 on the road with a 3.91 ERA. Johnson fell to the Diamondbacks on May 19, yielding three runs in 6 1/3 innings in a 5-3 loss. Shortstop Hanley Ramirez returned to the Florida lineup on Friday after missing five consecutive starts due to a strained hip flexor.

The Marlins have gone under the past 5 times they’ve faced a left-handed starter.

Key Injuries - Matt Lindstrom (elbow) is on the DL.

PROJECTED SCORE: 5

Diamondbacks: Doug Davis usually doesn’t get much respect, but the left-hander is having a very solid season with a 3.13 ERA. Davis, though, is just 4-8. He has won only once since June 5. That victory occurred in his last start versus the Padres. Davis held punchless San Diego to two runs in 6 1/3 innings. Davis should have more victories with the way he has pitched, but he has been hurt by lack of run support and poor outings from the Arizona bullpen. Before beating the Padres last Tuesday, Davis had allowed just two earned runs in his past three starts, spanning 21 innings. Yet he couldn’t get a victory during that time frame. In his last nine starts, Davis has yielded 13 earned runs in 57 2/3 innings. He is 2-5 at home with a 2.83 ERA as opposed to 2-3 on the road with a 3.17 ERA.

The Diamondbacks have won 6 in a row versus a right-handed starter.

Key Injuries - Eric Byrnes (hand) is on the DL.

PROJECTED SCORE: 4 (OVER - Total of the Day)

Hot Pitchers
-- Harang is 0-2, 5.47 in his last four starts.
-- Happ is 1-0, 1.96 in his last three starts.
-- Moehler is 3-1, 4.60 in his last five starts. Zimmerman has 2.93 RA in his last five starts.
-- Dodgers won last five Kershaw starts (3-0, 0.61). Gallardo has a 2.75 RA in his last three starts.
-- Hammel is 4-1, 3.38 in his last seven starts.
-- Davis is 1-0, 1.65 in his last four starts.
-- Zito is 2-0, 1.17 in his last two home starts.
-- Zambrano has a 2.13 RA in his last two starts. Wells is 3-0, 2.18 in his last three outings. Wainwright has 1.48 RA in his last three starts.
-- Bergesen is 4-1, 2.45 in his last eight starts. Rzepzynski allowed one run in six IP in his major league debut.
-- Beckett is 3-0, 2.12 in his last four starts.
-- A's won Anderson's last three starts (2-0, 1.86). Rays won last four Shields starts, scoring 35 runs.
-- Buehrle is 3-0, 3.00 in his last four starts.
-- Sabathia is 3-1, 3.86 in his last five starts.
-- Bedard is 3-0, 2.45 in his last four starts.

Cold Pitchers
-- Pelfrey is 1-2, 5.66 in his last four starts.
-- Vazquez is 1-2, 4.50 in three starts for the Pirates.
-- Medlen is 1-2, 6.28 in three starts this year.
-- Johnson is 0-2, 3.86 in his last three starts, but Marlins are 9-0 if they give him more than three runs.
-- Former Giant Correia is 1-2, 6.50 in his last three starts.
-- Lohse was 1-4, 6.49 in his last six starts before going on the DL.
-- Ohka is 0-2, 6.35 in his three starts for Cleveland. Verlander has 5.90 RA in his last five starts.
-- Chen is 0-3, 7.02 in three starts this season.
-- Baker has a 5.58 RA in his last five home starts.
-- Lackey is 1-3, 6.38 in his four home starts.
-- Nippert gave up three runs in 3.2 IP in his first '09 start.

Hot Teams
-- Cardinals won seven of their last ten games.
-- Phillies won eight of their last nine games.
-- Dodgers are 16-9 in their last 25 road games.
-- Astros are 18-10 in their last 28 home games.
-- Rockies won 15 of their last 21 home games. Braves won four of their last five games.
-- Arizona won seven of last eight games, and blew a 7-0 lead in the one game they lost.
-- Giants are 19-6 in their last 25 home games.
-- Tigers won nine of their last eleven home games.
-- Red Sox won their last four games.
-- Rays won 20 of their last 24 home games.
-- Bronx Bombers won 13 of their last 17 games, but are 5-16 in their last 21 games in Anaheim. Angels won fivw of their last seven games.
-- White Sox won nine of their last eleven road games.
-- Rangers won eight of their last eleven games. Seattle is 12-5 in its last 17 home games.

Cold Teams
-- Cubs lost three of their last four games.
-- Pirates lost eight of their last ten games.
-- Reds lost 12 of their last 17 road games. Mets lost 11 of their last 17 home games.
-- Brewers lost seven of their last ten games.
-- Nationals lost 23 of their last 28 road games.
-- Marlins lost nine of their last twelve road games.
-- Padres lost ten of their last eleven games.
-- Blue Jays lost nine of their last 12 road games. Orioles are 5-8 in their last 13 games.
-- Oakland lost six of its last nine road games.
-- Royals are 8-21 in their last 29 road games.
-- Indians lost 17 of their last 23 games.
-- Minnesota lost four of its last five games, allowing 32 runs.

Totals
-- Under is 9-4 in Cubs' last thirteen games.
-- Eight of Phillies' last eleven home games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last seven Harang starts stayed under the total.
-- Over is 7-2-1 in Dodgers' last ten road games.
-- Under is 9-4-2 in last fifteen games at Minute Maid Park.
-- 11 of last 14 Atlanta road games stayed under the total.
-- Over is 12-6-1 in Arizona's last nineteen home games.
-- Five of last six Correia starts stayed under the total.
-- Under is 16-7 in Detroit's last 23 home games.
-- Four of last five Bergesen starts went over the total.
-- Under is 16-7-1 in last 24 games at Fenway Park.
-- Six of last seven Oakland road games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 4-1-1 in Buehrle's last six road starts.
-- Six of last seven Angel home games went over the total.
-- Under is 12-4 in Seattle's last sixteen home games.

Umpires
-- StL-Chi-- Not sure who umpires are for this doubleheader.
-- Wsh-Hst-- Underdog won six of last eight Johnson games.
-- LA-Mil-- Five of last six Barry games stayed under the total.
-- Pitt-Phil-- Underdog is 6-4 in last ten Barrett games.
-- Cin-NY-- Home team won four of last five BWelke games.
-- Fla-Az-- Six of last seven Reilly games stayed under the total.
-- Atl-Colo-- Four of last five West games stayed under the total.
-- SD-SF-- Favorite won six of last eight Campos games.
-- KC-Bos-- Seven of last nine Joyce games stayed under the total.
-- A's-TB-- Four of last six Fairchild games stayed under the total.
-- Clev-Det-- Three of last four Estabrook games stayed under total.
-- Tor-Balt-- Six of last eight Kulpa games stayed under total, with the home team winning the last five.
-- Chi-Minn-- Home team won five of last six Dreckman games.
-- NY-LA-- Under is 8-2-1 in last eleven Gorman games; underdogs won his last four games behind the plate.
-- Tex-Sea-- Eight of last ten Vanover games stayed under total, with the last four being won by the underdog.