MLB Picks, August 16th

Two games worth a look on the MLB schedule today.

$60 on Atlanta (Wood) over Washington (Jordan) -1 1/2 @ +130

Wood is 2-0 with a 1.89 ERA in his last three outings. Jordan is 1-3 with a 4.14 ERA on the season. Both teams are hot, with the Braves winning 8 of their last 10 and the Nats 5 of their last 6. Atlanta has beaten Washington 5 straight times.

$20 on Detroit (Verlander) over Kansas City (Duffy) -1 1/2 @ +135

Verlander is 2-0 with a 2.57 ERA in his last 3 starts. Duffy is starting for the second time. Thus far this season he's 0-0 with a 4.91 ERA.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($53.25)
Current Bankroll                          $1,446.75

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 you own risk.

Good luck!