MLB Dream Pod Thursday + Best Bets !!

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Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk ALCS and NLCS betting for this week. The guys are red hot and they offer up best bets.

Key Points

🎯 Yankees' dominance: Up 2-0 in the series, helped by weak Cleveland defense.

⚾ Pitching focus: Both Yankees' Clark Schmidt and Guardians' Matthew Boyd are crucial for keeping the game low-scoring.

💪 Guardians' hope: Griffin believes Cleveland's only chance to stay in the series lies in improving with runners in scoring position.

📊 Mets' struggles: Francisco Alvarez’s poor performance and struggles with injuries weigh heavily on the Mets' postseason chances.

🧠 Bullpen strengths: Cleveland's bullpen, one of the best during the regular season, will be critical to their survival.

🔑 Home field advantage: The games shifting back to Cleveland could provide the Guardians with some momentum.

💥 Dodgers' form: The Dodgers continue to thrive, thanks to players like Walker Buehler and their bullpen depth.

🔄 Betting insights: Both Munaf and Griffin agree on the "under 7.5" bet for the Yankees-Guardians game, anticipating a defensive struggle.

📉 Team stats: Cleveland went 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position and left 11 men on base in Game 2, contributing to their losses.

🎙️ Fan interaction: Griffin runs a poll about whether the Mets will replace Alvarez with Luis Torres, showing the importance of catcher performance in their decision-making.

Summary

1. Yankees vs. Guardians: The Yankees have taken a 2-0 lead in the series, aided by Cleveland's defensive errors. Despite the Guardians’ strong bullpen, they have struggled to capitalize on opportunities. The focus for Cleveland is to improve in runners in scoring position (RISP) if they want to survive the series.
2. Pitching strategies: Munaf and Griffin emphasize that pitching will dictate the game’s outcome. Yankees’ Clark Schmidt has been consistent, especially on the road, while Matthew Boyd's return from Tommy John surgery makes his performance key for Cleveland.
3. Low-scoring affair: Both analysts agree that Game 3 of the Yankees vs. Guardians series will be a low-scoring battle, with Cleveland needing to prevent big hits from Yankees stars like Aaron Judge.
4. Mets' lineup issues: Francisco Alvarez’s struggles are a focal point in the Dodgers-Mets matchup. His inability to hit effectively has hindered the Mets, particularly in crucial at-bats.
5. Dodgers' momentum: Walker Buehler’s recent performances have been stellar, positioning the Dodgers well for the remainder of the series. Yamamoto’s role in Game 4 is also crucial for the Dodgers’ continued success.
6. Bullpen depth: The Dodgers’ bullpen remains a strong asset, and their smart use of key players gives them an edge. Cleveland’s bullpen, which was one of the best during the regular season, will need to play a larger role if the Guardians are to remain competitive.
7. Betting strategy: Both Griffin and Munaf select the under 7.5 runs bet for the Yankees-Guardians game, believing in a tightly controlled, low-scoring game.
8. Fan engagement: A Twitter poll highlights fans' expectations regarding the Mets' potential catcher change, showing how critical player performance is in postseason decision-making.
9. Guardians' offense: Cleveland has struggled offensively, leaving runners stranded on base and failing to hit in key situations, making their chances of advancing in the series slim without improvement.
10. Predictions: Both analysts expect the Yankees and Dodgers to continue their strong runs, possibly leading to a marquee World Series matchup.

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