With exhibition baseball underway, we thought we might bring some MLB expert picks to your doorstep.
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Here's a look at two MLB expert picks you ought to consider for this slate of games on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024:
Tampa Bay Rays vs New York Yankees
| Game | Runline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY Yankees | +1.5 (-130) | O 8.5 (-118) | +150 |
| TB Rays | -1.5 (+110) | U 8.5 (-102) | -180 |
Pick: Rays -1.5 (+110)
Snip, snap, snip, snap. In MLB spring training games, the odds swing back and forth, entirely contingent on how many starters are in the lineup. Well, spoiler, the Yanks are rolling out all their B- and C-tier players.
Tampa is rocking with its normal top six, starting with Yandy Diaz, Brandon Lowe, and Randy Arozarena. Clarke Schmidt is on the hill for the Yanks; he's got good stuff but is prone to homers and hard contact.
Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates
| Game | Runline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATL Braves | +1.5 (-170) | O 9.0 (-112) | +120 |
| PIT Pirates | -1.5 (+142) | U 9.0 (-108) | -142 |
Pick: Braves ML (+120)
Atlanta is rolling out a tragic lineup, but newly acquired lefty Chris Sale will make his spring debut Tuesday. The 34-year-old was sneaky solid in 20 starts with the Red Sox last year; it'll be up-and-up for him in a much more coherent Braves organization.
But back to the game. The Pirates are 0-3 SU this spring, and I'm inclined to fade them, despite a full lineup of regulars. It's worth it at slight plus money.
