In an exciting showcase of offensive firepower, the Baltimore Orioles have been lighting up the scoreboard, tallying at least seven runs in three of their last four games. The standout performances have largely been driven by their emerging star outfielder, Anthony Santander.
Santander has been a revelation for the Orioles, recently smashing two home runs in a victorious outing against the Toronto Blue Jays. The 28-year-old's power surge has contributed significantly to his impressive season totals of 32 home runs and 75 RBIs.
Not to be outdone, second baseman Jackson Holliday has also made a triumphant return from Triple-A Norfolk, hitting four home runs since his return. Against the Blue Jays, Holliday showcased his slugging prowess by belting three home runs in a single game.
Pitching Struggles Abound
Pitching woes seem to be a recurring theme for some teams. Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman holds a 9-8 record with a 4.56 ERA, a far cry from his peak form. Similarly, Jordan Montgomery, now pitching for the Diamondbacks, struggles with a 7-5 record and an ERA of 6.37. His recent outings have been particularly concerning, as he has failed to reach the sixth inning in his last four starts.
DFS Insights
DFS players are continually looking for that edge, and McClure’s proprietary projection model, which simulates each game 10,000 times, offers valuable insights. On Wednesday, McClure identified Jesse Winker as one of his top MLB DFS picks, a choice that paid off handsomely. Winker went 3-for-5 with an RBI, returning 12.5 points on FanDuel and 11 points on DraftKings.
As of Thursday, McClure spotlighted Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm, priced at $4,200 on DraftKings and $3,300 on FanDuel. Bohm has been a consistent force for Philadelphia, leading the lineup with 128 hits this season. His nine-game hitting streak has been a boon for DFS players seeking reliable production.
Aaron Judge's Dominance
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge continues to dazzle, priced at $5,400 on DraftKings and $3,900 on FanDuel for Thursday's games. In the Yankees' 5-2 victory over the Angels on Wednesday, Judge reached base four times, highlighting his on-base skills which have seen him draw five intentional walks since Saturday. Judge is currently batting a scorching .431 over his past 20 games and has reached base multiple times in 10 of his last 11 games. His league-leading 41 home runs this season underscore his dominance at the plate.
Pitching Struggles for Tyler Anderson
On the flip side, Angels starter Tyler Anderson has been facing his own set of challenges. With a 0-2 record and a 4.18 ERA over his last four starts since July 6, Anderson's difficulties on the mound have mirrored the broader struggles of the Angels' pitching staff.
As the season progresses, the performances of these key players and teams will be crucial in shaping the playoff landscape. Whether it's the slugging prowess of Santander and Judge or the pitching woes of Gausman and Montgomery, the twists and turns of this MLB season continue to captivate fans and analysts alike.