World Series Game 4 bets: Attacking Ohtani walks and tired arms
Have you recovered from last night's marathon? If you stayed up for all 18 innings of Game 3, you're likely in need of an extra coffee regardless of which coast you're on. And get ready: The next game is just a few hours away.
We have you covered with our favorite bets for Game 4 in what's shaping up to be an all-time World Series.
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⚾️ Bet: Over 8.5 runs (-105)
Starters Shohei Ohtani and Shane Bieber may not be the ones giving up runs, but there are tired arms in the bullpens, which were already areas of weakness for both teams. Pitchers may be forced to work themselves out of jams without relief help after last night's 18-inning contest, setting up Game 4 to go well over the number. This total has hit in two of three games so far.
⚾️ Bet: Over 14.5 outs recorded (-190)
Whether or not he's pitching well, Bieber will have to work deep in this game. The Blue Jays used every single one of their relievers in Game 3, and while some of them will be OK to pitch on back-to-back days, manager John Schneider won't want to go to his bullpen early. Bieber pitched six innings in his first start against the Mariners; five isn't a tall order.
⚾️ Bet: Over 1.5 batter walks (-120)
Toronto walked Ohtani five times in Monday night's game. Afterward, Schneider said he will continue to walk Ohtani. Even if it's not intentional, the Blue Jays won't let Ohtani beat them. He shouldn't see a hittable pitch all game.
⚾️ Bet: Over 2.5 walks allowed (+135)
If I expect Ohtani to get at least one free pass in Monday's game, one of them will likely come from Bieber. The right-hander is known for his command, but he's allowed at least one walk in eight straight games. Add in the increased likelihood of an intentional walk or two, plus the fact that Bieber may be forced to pitch deep into the game without his best stuff, and this becomes a very attractive wager at plus-money.
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