Key Takeaways:
• For the May 7 MLB games, the best strikeout prop bets are Kutter Crawford over 4.5 strikeouts, Randy Vasquez under 4.5 strikeouts, and Jose Butto over 4.5 strikeouts.
• Despite formidable opponents, the consistency of Kutter Crawford and Jose Butto’s strikeout ability positions them favorably for surpassing their lines.
• Randy Vasquez’s low strikeout score in past games points to a trend of falling short of his line.
• Projections are based on an AI-driven dfsPro model and statistical research from FanGraphs.
Predictions for May 7 MLB Games
Kutter Crawford: Over 4.5 Strikeouts
Kutter Crawford, of the Boston Red Sox, has projected a strong performance this season, particularly with striking out his opponents. With his impressive 32.8% chase rate and a 24.2% strikeout percentage, he holds an enviable record. Despite being set against the Atlanta Braves known for their strong offense, Crawford’s stats remain promising. The Braves’ recent performance, which includes a high strikeout rate and relatively low figures in batting average, walk rate, and weighted runs created plus, may be a perfect stage for Crawford. His pitching prowess depicted by the minimum of 84 pitches thrown and maximum hitting 100, adding to his prospects of surpassing the line.
Randy Vasquez: Under 4.5 Strikeouts
Conversely, Randy Vasquez may be predicted to fall short of his line, set at under 4.5 strikeouts. Vasquez, who is in the initial phase of the season with only his third start, has only managed to score 3 and 2 strikeouts in his previous games. A trend clearly indicates that Vasquez’s performances tilt towards falling under the line. It’s also been a while since he surpasses 3 strikeouts in a game, with the last incident dating back to the previous year. Despite the Cubs’ recent improved performance, Vasquez’s unpredictable pitch count management, which saw him exit early due to pulling out after just 72 pitches, predicts an underperformance for Vasquez.
Lock of the Day: Jose Butto Over 4.5 Strikeouts
The ‘Lock of the Day’ falls on Jose Butto, with predictions favoring over 4.5 strikeouts for him. Butto’s strong stance in the current season is clear with the majority of his starts resulting in more than 4 strikeouts, regardless of playing against a strong lineup like the St. Louis Cardinals. Butto’s prowess in the strikeout department combined with the Cardinals’ relatively high strikeout rate stacks the odds in his favor. Even a strong performance from the Cardinals would not undermine Butto’s likely success given his dominant 76% strikeout rate.
Analyzing these strikeout prop bets can offer valuable insights for those passionate about sports betting and the MLB. It’s important to keep in mind that these predictions should be used as a guideline and that games can always take an unexpected turn. As the season progresses, we’ll continue to update and provide the best prop bets predictions for MLB games.
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