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Colorado Rockies vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks and Predictions May 19th 2025

May 19, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Philadelphia Phillies find themselves entering a critical stretch of the 2025 MLB season with the sting of a major loss: closer Jose Alvarado has been suspended 80 games and is ineligible for postseason play after violating MLB’s performance-enhancing drug policy. As they open a four-game road series against the Colorado Rockies on Monday, the Phillies must recalibrate their bullpen strategy and lean deeper into their roster depth. The league’s announcement on Sunday reverberated through the Phillies’ clubhouse, just hours after they wrapped up a hard-fought 1-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates — their third consecutive victory. That process begins immediately, as Cristopher Sanchez (4-1, 2.91 ERA) takes the mound in Denver to face Kyle Freeland (0-6, 6.15 ERA) in

Tampa Bay Rays vs Houston Astros Picks and Predictions May 19th 2025

May 19, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

After a frustrating weekend against the Marlins, the Tampa Bay Rays return home needing a spark. They’ll try to find it Monday night as they open a nine-game homestand against the Houston Astros. The Rays are four games under .500 and sitting fourth in the AL East—but if there’s hope for a turnaround, it’s coming from a fresh face: Chandler Simpson. Tampa Bay’s bats have been inconsistent. With just 179 total runs (3.89 per game), the Rays are middle-of-the-pack in the AL. But Simpson—batting .301 in the leadoff spot—has reenergized the top of the lineup with elite speed and aggressive base running. “It’s a game-changing element,” manager Kevin Cash said of the 24-year-old center fielder. His presence, combined with Jose

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions May 19th 2025

May 19, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

Momentum matters in baseball, and right now the Cincinnati Reds have it all. Winners of four straight and fresh off a sweep of the Guardians, the Reds roll into Pittsburgh for a three-game set starting Monday night. The Pirates, meanwhile, are in a freefall—losers of 16 of their last 20 and struggling to find any spark under new manager Don Kelly. Will Benson wasn’t even on the Opening Day roster. But since being called up from Triple-A on May 10, the 25-year-old outfielder has exploded: Manager Terry Francona praised Benson’s mental approach and ability to adjust mid-count:“He hasn’t missed it the second time. He’s dangerous right now.” His production has helped Cincinnati fill the gap left by injuries to Noelvi

Boston Red Sox vs New York Mets Picks and Predictions May 19th 2025

May 19, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Boston Red Sox open a three-game series Monday against the visiting New York Mets, trying to shake off a rough stretch that’s seen them lose 11 of their last 17 games. But the matchup won’t be any easier against MLB’s top pitching staff. With manager Alex Cora away attending his daughter’s college graduation, bench coach Ramon Vazquez will take the reins for Boston. “It’s going to be a special day for us,” Cora said. “I will 100% miss the game for that.” The Sox have dropped five of their last six and come off a 10–4 loss to Atlanta. Offensive inconsistency and poor situational hitting have plagued them all month. “It doesn’t feel like we’re way off,” said Cora.

Miami Marlins vs Chicago Cubs Picks and Predictions May 19th 2025

May 19, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Chicago Cubs are back in the postseason hunt—and they’re showing it on the field. With five wins in their last six games, the Cubs head to Miami on Monday night to begin a three-game series against the Marlins, who are coming off their best weekend in months. Despite years without a playoff win, Cubs fans have remained loyal. That patience may finally be rewarded if this team keeps trending upward. Currently leading the NL Central, the Cubs have been winning with timely hitting and improving consistency on the mound. Their 5–4 record when Ben Brown starts might not jump off the page, but the young right-hander has shown flashes of brilliance. Brown (3–3, 4.75 ERA) has a 2.45 ERA