Frustrating, frustrating, frustrating.
There’s really nothing else that describes yesterday’s Best Bet, as I took one of the better teams in baseball at home with very good pitcher against one of the worst teams in baseball on the road with 10 guys missing, including multiple starters.
Of course, somehow or another, the Royals beat the Blue Jays 3-1. Are you kidding me?
As I have said, baseball is a grind and there will be ups and downs – but that was a kick in the teeth loss.
Oh well, we’re in it for the long haul and we’re back at it today.
This will be the final post until after next week’s All-Star break. Hopefully, we can end this ceremonial first half on a winning note and be ready for the second half next weekend.
Today’s Best Bets
Blue Jays (-1.5, -155) vs. Royals – Yes, I know, this failed yesterday. But, I’m a glutton for punishment and am going right back to the Blue Jays over the short-handed Royals.
As a reminder, Toronto has a record of 47-43 and is fighting for a playoff spot. Kansas City is 36-53 and is nowhere near the playoffs.
In addition, the Blue Jays will have Alek Manoah pitching tonight and he’s been stellar this year with a 9-4 record and an ERA of 2.34.
Yes, the Royals are pitching Zack Grienke, but he’s just 3-5 with a 4.52 ERA.
I don’t see lightning striking twice in two days. I’m taking the Blue Jays -1.5.