MLB Picks, May 23rd

A couple games are worth a peek on today's menu.

$16 on Tampa Bay (-155) over Oakland

The Rays give the ball to Nathan Karns, who has a 2-0 record with a 2.12 ERA in his last three starts. The As send Kendall Graveman to the bump. Graveman is 1-2 with a 9.37 ERA in four starts. Tampa has won 5 straight home games. Oakland is 6-22 in their last 28 games.

$43 on Cleveland (-215) over Cincinnati

Ace Corey Kluber fires the horsehide for the Indians. Kluber has given up one earned run and struck out 30 hitters in his last 17 innings. A struggling Anthony DeSclafani toes the slab for the Reds. DeSclafani is 0-4 with a 7.88 ERA in his last 5 starts. Cleveland has won 6 of their last 8. Cincy has dropped 6 straight.

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!