I actually did the legwork yesterday, then got caught out while trying to buy a new laptop and never got a chance to post. Would have been a small win on the night, with the Tigers the key swing game.
At this point in this season, I'm using very little of what I thought of teams in March, and at that, really only applying that analysis in certain spots. Tonight, however, is an example of where those preseason opinions still can drive a card.
You keep grinding out that rent money, Joe, it's noble work you're doing...
San Diego/Atlanta over 8 (-115), one unit. Fading both starters (Wade LeBlanc road ERA: 5.12) and making the point that the Padres' offense isn't quite as bad outside of San Diego. Bullpens keep this from being a larger play.
Colorado -112, two units. This is yet another extension of my conviction in the quality of the Rockies, which extends to March and remains unchanged. Even without Tulowitzki they should be able to handle Nate Robertson.
Detroit +110, 1.5 units. Fading the wildly overrated Tommy Hunter with a good pitcher. Hunter has a .266 BABIP and 7.4|PERCENT| HR/FB. His ERA is half what it should be based on his pitching.
Baltimore +180, .5 units. Love me some Jake Arrieta, even against the second best team in baseball.
Chicago (AL) -125, two units. Love me some John Danks, even against....OK, love me some John Danks. He's made me a lot of units this year.