MLB Same Game Parlay Picks, Odds & Predictions – Friday, April 19

Are you ready for a thrilling lineup of baseball betting action on Friday, kicking off on the Northside of Chicago with an exciting showdown between the Marlins and Cubs, and wrapping up with an NL West clash against the MLB odds between the Diamondbacks and Giants by the Bay. With so many games on the table, the possibilities are endless to devise some winning parlay picks! Let’s dive into the matchups and explore some potential winning strategies to keep our bankrolls booming over at Caesars Sportsbook – SLAM YOUR MAN!!

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Boston Red Sox vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

We’re starting the day off in the Steel City, where the Red Sox and Pirates are set to ignite what promises to be an electrifying and tightly contested series. The opening game features a showdown between pitching aces Brayan Bello and Mitch Keller. Bello has been a reliable force for the BoSox, consistently delivering quality starts and showcasing an impressive sinker/changeup combo. His recent performance against the Angels earned him a well-deserved win, and he could replicate that success against a struggling Pittsburgh offense.

Meanwhile, Keller has rebounded after a rocky start to the season, demonstrating improved command and effectiveness on the mound combining for 13 innings, allowing 13 hits (1 HR) and 4 ER, while racking up a 13:3 K/BB ratio against the Tigers and Phillies in his last two turns.  However, facing a formidable Boston lineup, his ability to shut down left-handed hitters will be put to the test. While Keller has shown flashes of brilliance, his inconsistency leaves room for uncertainty, especially against a potent Red Sox offense.

MLB SAME GAME PARLAY: RED SOX MONEYLINE + BELLO OVER TOTAL OUTS RECORDED + KELLER OVER TOTAL EARNED RUNS ALLOWED

Houston Astros vs. Washington Nationals

The Nats aren’t playing like a team that entered the MLB betting season owners of a 66.5-game season win total regardless of returning home with a losing mark in tow. Recent performances suggest they’re a team that can be backed in spots like this when oddsmakers overinflate their price tag. Despite returning home from a tough west coast road trip, Washington has shown resilience and exhibited a competitive spirit, setting the stage for an exciting matchup against the Astros at Nationals Park in the series opener. With a day of rest under their belts, they’ll be ready to take on the challenge.

Making his first career start against Houston, Mackenzie Gore brings an arsenal of electric pitches that could stifle the Astros’ offense. His impressive fastball velocity and ability to generate swings and misses bode well for a strong outing. I’m not 100 percent sold on the Ronel Blanco coming out party and will fade him and his 3.9 BB/9 in this spot against a Washington team that’s swiped the second-most bases in the league (30) with the Astros allowing 1.14 stolen bases per game away from Minute Maid (#26).

MLB SAME GAME PARLAY: NATIONALS MONEYLINE + NATIONALS OVER TEAM TOTAL + GORE OVER TOTAL OUTS RECORDED

Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals

The Brewers and Cardinals both come into the opening game of this three-game series well-rested, having had Thursday off. That means all hands will be on deck Friday night for what can be described as a divisional litmus test for both squads. On paper, Milwaukee seems to have the upper hand, particularly with Freddy Peralta taking the mound against Kyle Gibson, who appears to be outmatched. Peralta, the Brewers’ ace, has been outstanding, allowing just 10 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 26 batters in 17.2 innings over three starts. His near-95 mph fastball poses a significant challenge for the Cardinals’ offense, especially given their struggles against 4-seamers. With Peralta’s prowess and his lineup’s success against right-handed pitchers, it’s highly likely he’ll be in a position to log another quality start.

On the other hand, Gibson’s recent performances don’t inspire the same confidence. Despite lasting at least six innings in all three made starts to date, his pitching style plays directly into the Brewers’ strengths. With hitters like William Contreras adept at handling sinkers, cutters, and sweepers, Gibson has struggled, giving up 17 hits and 13 earned runs in 19 innings for a bloated 6.16 ERA. While his low .222 batting average on balls in play has helped mitigate some damage, the Brewers’ formidable .293 batting average and .841 OPS against right-handed pitching suggest a challenging night ahead for Gibson.

MLB SAME GAME PARLAY: PERALTA TO BE CREDITED WITH A WIN + GIBSON OVER TOTAL HITS ALLOWED

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