Monday's MLB Best Bets: Chris Bassitt, Zac Gallen, and the Strikeout Watch List

Monday's MLB Best Bets: Chris Bassitt, Zac Gallen, and the Strikeout Watch List

Here's the problem with today. There are only seven MLB games. That's not great. It actually kind of sucks. Only the most dedicated of gamblers are going to be able to find something to bet on a day like today. I say that because I looked at the board and I can't find anything that looks like an official play. Lucky for us, we have a defense for that and that's the Strikeout Watch List. All we have to do is find a situation that's right, and look for a +200 or better play. Will it hit? Who really knows but we don't have to hit a high percentage at +200 or better to make a profit. That's just how math works. The way I see it, when if you can't hit a single or even get walked, your best option is to just swing for the fence, sometimes you accidentally hit it out. That's what we're trying to do today.

Remember, we need to see AT LEAST five of these batters in these lineups when they are released. If that happens, get ready to fire away. If we don't see at least five of these names in each lineup, walk away. We'll find something better. Also, don't forget to be somebody today.

Reds at Mets - 7:10 pm ET

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Pitcher Target - Chris Bassitt 7+ Strikeouts (+138) (Bet $100 to win $138)

Reds To Look For When Lineup Is Released:

• Jose Barrero (57.1% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Mark Kolozsvary (42.9% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Austin Romine (40% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Aristides Aquino (35.3% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Mike Moustakas (32% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Michael Papierski (29.4% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Joey Votto (27.1% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Matt Reynolds (26.9% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Donovan Solano (26.7% strikeout rate last 15 days)

Pirates at Diamondbacks - 9:40 pm ET

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Pitcher Target - Zac Gallen 7+ Strikeouts (+124) (Bet $100 to win $124)

Pirates To Look For When Lineup Is Released:

• Diego Castillo (42.9% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Jason Delay (40.9% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Oneil Cruz (38% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Michael Chavis (36% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Josh VanMeter (34.8% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Greg Allen (25% strikeout rate last 15 days)
• Ke'Bryan Hayes (25% strikeout rate last 15 days)

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