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Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Predictions April 26th 2026
Detroit center Jalen Duren has been unusually quiet during his team’s first-round series against the Orlando Magic. That likely needs to change soon if the Pistons intend to earn their first playoff-series win since 2008. Duren has been a non-factor for the top-seeded Pistons, who trail 2-1 in this best-of-seven Eastern Conference series heading into Game 4 on Monday in Orlando. The 22-year-old All-Star, who has averaged just 9.0 points and 8.3 rebounds in this series, posted eight points in 27 minutes before fouling out in Saturday’s 113-105 road loss. Detroit was down 96-79 with 8:34 left before going on a 26-8 run to move ahead by one with 2:52 remaining. The eighth-seeded Magic responded by scoring the game’s final
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Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Predictions April 26th 2026
The Edmonton Oilers need to repeat history. Again. The Oilers are looking to kick off yet another series comeback when they continue their Western Conference first-round playoff series on the road against the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. During runs to the Stanley Cup final in each of the past two springs, the Oilers have erased a handful of series deficits. They were down 2-0 to the Los Angeles Kings last year before rallying to win the opening-round series. Edmonton also won series after trailing 2-1 against both the Vancouver Canucks and the Dallas Stars in 2024 and the Kings the year before that ahead of a second-round exit. Therefore, trailing the Ducks by a 2-1 margin is not uncharted waters
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Boston Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions April 26th 2026
The Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles meet Sunday at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and the handicap starts with how much weight bettors should give Saturday’s blowout. Boston crushed Baltimore 17-1, which immediately creates a market question: was that a real offensive reset for the Red Sox, or just one extreme result in a series that has already swung wildly? Boston enters at 10-17, last in the AL East, and still has a poor overall profile despite the recent win. The Red Sox are 5-9 on the road and have struggled to cover numbers, especially as underdogs. Baltimore is 13-14, third in the AL East, but the Orioles have not been consistent either, going 4-6 over their last 10.
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Cleveland Guardians vs. Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions April 26th 2026
The Cleveland Guardians and Toronto Blue Jays meet Sunday afternoon at Rogers Centre, and this matchup has a few layers beyond the short home favorite price. Cleveland enters at 15-13 and leads the AL Central, but the Guardians are coming off a 5-3 loss to Toronto and have split their last 10 games. The Blue Jays sit at 11-15, fourth in the AL East, but they bring some momentum after taking Saturday’s meeting. The pitching matchup gives Toronto the cleaner starting point. Slade Cecconi enters for Cleveland at 0-3 with a 6.20 ERA, while Patrick Corbin counters for the Blue Jays with a 3.68 ERA and a recent strong outing against the Angels. That gap matters, especially in a controlled
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Minnesota Twins vs. Tampa Bay Rays Picks and Predictions April 26th 2026
The Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays meet Sunday afternoon at Tropicana Field, and the form gap is hard to ignore. Minnesota enters at 12-15, third in the AL Central, riding a four-game losing streak after Saturday’s 6-1 loss to Tampa Bay. The Rays come in at 15-11, second in the AL East, and have won three straight. This is a matchup where neither projected starter inspires full confidence. Simeon Woods Richardson brings a 0-3 record and 5.96 ERA into the start for Minnesota, while Griffin Jax enters with an 8.00 ERA for Tampa Bay. That creates a volatile pitching setup, but the Rays still have the more stable full-team profile because their lineup is producing and their staff has

Ny Yankees vs Pittsburgh Pirates

Ny Yankees vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

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From Yankee Stadium in New York, we have the Pirates and Yankees facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for this … more

Seattle Mariners vs Oakland Athletics

Seattle Mariners vs Oakland Athletics Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

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First pitch for Sunday’s matchup between the Athletics and Mariners is set for 3:10 PM ET from T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The … more

Rays, Red Sox Playing for Pride in Season Finale The visiting Tampa Bay Rays will aim to complete a three-game sweep as they meet the Boston Red Sox in their regular season finale on Sunday. With both teams currently holding identical records of 80-81, the outcome of this game will decide who finishes third in the American League East. For both sides, it’s about ending a disappointing season on a positive note. Rays Eyeing Sweep and Avoiding Losing Season After taking the first two games of the series, including a 7-2 win on Saturday, the Rays will look to cap off the year by avoiding their first losing season since 2017. The Rays have had their ups and downs, but a strong performance on Sunday could ensure a .500 finish and some solace heading into the offseason. Junior Caminero provided the highlight on Saturday, hitting a two-run home run off Boston starter Kutter Crawford, who allowed his 34th home run of the season—the most by any major league pitcher this year. Despite the setback, Boston manager Alex Cora defended Crawford’s season. "If you look at his season overall, it was a solid one," Cora said. "This is a kid ... he understands how to pitch. Uses both sides of the plate. He can go up, he can go down. He's a guy we expect him to keep getting better. He's been good for us." For Tampa Bay, a major positive was the continued strong showing by reliever Drew Rasmussen, who pitched two scoreless innings on Saturday. Returning from elbow surgery, Rasmussen ends the year with a 2.83 ERA over 28 2/3 innings as a reliever. "It wasn't perfect (Saturday), but you just look back over where I've been over the last 18 months or so, and I'm truly just blessed to have the opportunity to be back playing on the field," Rasmussen said. "Pretty good year, and we're excited about things moving forward." Probable Starters: Ryan Pepiot vs. Quinn Priester The Rays will start Ryan Pepiot (8-7, 3.64 ERA), who has been consistent throughout the season. Despite taking the loss in a 2-1 game against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, Pepiot allowed just two runs on three hits over five innings, striking out six and walking four. Impressively, Pepiot has allowed two earned runs or fewer in 12 of his past 13 starts. Pepiot has limited experience against the Red Sox but has fared well, recording 15 strikeouts over 10 innings in two career starts against Boston with a 3.60 ERA. The Red Sox, on the other hand, are expected to start Quinn Priester (2-6, 5.04 ERA), who was acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates in July. This will be Priester's first start for Boston, after spending time with Triple-A Worcester to work on his mechanics. Priester went 1-1 with a 5.40 ERA in nine starts for Worcester and 4-2 with a 4.38 ERA overall in 16 Triple-A starts this year. The right-hander has focused on mechanical adjustments that have helped improve the performance of all his pitches, which he attributes to a rise in confidence. "Ultimately making some mechanical adjustments that felt really natural and led to better performance of all my pitches," Priester said. "And feeling that and seeing that just let the confidence build up to where it should be." Red Sox Struggling Down the Stretch For the Red Sox, it’s been a tale of two halves this season. Boston was 10 games over .500 at the All-Star break but has struggled significantly since, posting a 27-38 record. The team's home struggles continued, with a 37-43 record at Fenway Park, being outscored by 33 runs in those games. Saturday’s 7-2 loss marked the Red Sox’s third straight defeat, during which they've scored a combined four runs. Manager Alex Cora, while optimistic about some of his players' individual performances, knows the team needs a more complete approach if they are to close out the year positively. Key Players to Watch Junior Caminero (Rays): Caminero has shown potential with his power and will look to contribute again after his two-run shot on Saturday. Drew Rasmussen (Rays): The reliever, who has battled back from surgery, will aim to end his season on a high note, continuing his recent solid performances. Kutter Crawford (Red Sox): Despite allowing the most home runs in the league, Crawford has had moments of brilliance and will be looking to reflect on the positives as the Red Sox head into the offseason. Quinn Priester (Red Sox): Making his first start for Boston, Priester will try to show he can be a part of the rotation next season with a strong showing in the season finale. Pride and Positioning at Stake The outcome of Sunday’s game will determine who finishes third in the American League East, with both teams sitting at 80-81. For Tampa Bay, avoiding a losing record is a significant incentive, especially given their consistent performance in recent years. For Boston, a victory would at least allow them to finish the year with some pride after a challenging second half. Both teams will be playing for pride, and with a chance to finish the year on a high note, expect a competitive game as these AL East rivals close out their 2024 campaigns.

Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

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At 3:05 PM from Fenway Park in Boston, we have an AL East matchup between the Rays and Red Sox. Tampa Bay … more

Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles

Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

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From Target Field in Minneapolis, the Orioles and Twins will face off in an AL matchup. This one gets started at 3:10 … more

San Francisco Giants vs St. Louis Cardinals

San Francisco Giants vs St. Louis Cardinals Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

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At 3:05 PM ET, the Cardinals and Giants square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Oracle Park … more