quick run down
Pittsburgh - I actually like the Pirates line up this season. It isn't full of veterans who don't want to be there, it's full of young guys trying to make it in the league. I think that has increased the intensity level, and the overall morale of the club. I also like backing Duke at home, against a pitcher in his 2nd career professional start, and 1st on the road. I like my chances.
Washington - I think pitching at home could help Lannan here. Gallardo hasn't been good at all. he got banged around in both starts, and although the Nats just dropped a couple to the Phils they have been hitting the ball. I like them as a very juicy home dog
Minnesota
Minnesota/KC Under
Grienke hasn't been invincible this year, but also hasn't been getting shelled. Minnesota has the patient, veteran lineup to work his pitch count as teams seem to be doing, and possibly get him out of there by the 6th, as well as plate a few. KC has been swinging the bats well, but I think Baker is in line for a good start at Target field. When you beat Grienke it's usually in a low scoring game, and that's what I think we have in store
Detroit - Really like the value here. Bonderman seems to be fully back from surgery last season. he was sharp in his first outing, and seems to have changed his style, which was much needed. He should be able to handle a very soft Seattle lineup. On the other hand, although Felix is one of the primere pitchers in baseball, both of Detroit's big sluggers has had huge success against him. Johnny Damon 8 for 13 lifetime and Miguel Cabrera is 6 for 9.
SD/Arizona Over - These are 2 pitchers that have been giving up some runs. Both Jackson and Garland have been very hittable. Ariz has been an over team this season, and i think this one follows suit
Baltimore - Despite their awful start I still think Baltimore will be ok this year, and should have a much better record. Mike Gonz blew 2 saves that should have been wins, but he is on the DL and Cla meredith should be closing