Seattle Mariners ML (-145)
Logan Gilbert had a shaky month of August. In five starts, he is 0-1 with a 6.75 ERA. Of those five starts, he had to face the New York Yankees twice and the Cleveland Guardians. Both teams are currently sitting in a playoff spot. Logan Gilbert gets an easier task against the Detroit Tigers this afternoon.
In 15 starts on the road, Gilbert is 6-1 with a 3.15 ERA and 75 strikeouts. I expect a bounce-back month for the Mariners Ace as they continue to fight for a playoff spot.
Cleveland Guardians F5 -.5 (-115)
Shane Bieber had an outstanding month in August. In five starts, he went 3-1 with a 1.62 ERA and 35 strikeouts. I like this spot for Bieber to continue his momentum and lead the Guardians through this playoff race.
Despite having a worse record at him, his opponent’s batting average is lower. On the road, opponents are hitting .243 against Bieber, but when he pitches at Progressive Field, opponents’ average dips down to .219.
I like backing the better pitcher during the first five innings.
