MLB Picks, May 18th

There are four games that I'm going to put a little scratch on today.

$15 on Cincinnati (Arroyo) over Pittsburgh (Morton), -1.5 @ +$140

The Reds continue to win, 5 in a row and 8 of 10. The Buccos have dropped 6 straight.

$15 on Cleveland (Masterson) over ChiSox (Peavy), +$105

Masterson is 5-1 with a 2.73 ERA this season. Peavy has only started one game this year, giving up four runs in six innings. Cleveland is on a three game winning streak and is getting a good price with a +EV pitching match-up.

$20 on Texas (Ogando) over Kansas City (Duffy), -1.5 @ +$115

Ogando has been a pleasant surprise for the Rangers, posting a 4-0 record and a 2.06 ERA. Duffy starts his first game for the Royals.

$20 on Oakland (McCarthy) over Minnesota (Pavano), -1.5 @ +$130

Pavano is 0-2 with a 7+ ERA in his last three trips to the bump. The Twins have struggled all season, giving up 92 more runs than they've scored. But never more than currently, as they have dropped 9 of 10 games.

Starting Bankroll  $1,500.00
Profit/Loss            <$107.80>
Current BR           $1,392.20

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only, with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at your own risk.

Good Luck!