MLB Picks, April 19th

A couple of today's games look profitable.

$40 on Cincinnati (Cingrani) [-1.5 @ +115] over ChiCubs (Jackson)

The Redlegs have won 4 of their last 5 and have beaten the Cubs in 14 of the last 18. Chicago has lost 5 straight, only scoring 9 runs in that span. Cingrani gets the start for Cincy, bringing a 2-1 record with a 2.60 ERA. The Cubs give the ball to Jackson, who is 0-3 with a 6.19 era this season. The Cubs are 18-43 in their last 61 games.

$10 on Oakland (Kazmir) [-1.5 @ +105] over Houston (Oberholtzer)

The A's have won 5 of their last 6 while the Astros have dropped 5 straight and 38 of their last 51. Oakland has beaten Houston 4 straight times. Kazmir gets the nod for the Athletics, sporting a 2-0 record with a 1.40 ERA. Houston gives the ball to Oberholtzer, who is 0-3 with a respectable 3.50 ERA.

Starting Bankroll                                       $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                                    ($8.00)
Current Bankroll                                        $1,492.00

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!