MLB Friday Parlay at Mega +578 Odds Today 6/30: Spotlight on Carlos Carrasco as Mets Aim for Victory

Major League Baseball steps up, bringing an exciting lineup of 15 games this Friday. Tune into Apple TV for two riveting matchups: Milwaukee vs. Pittsburgh and Arizona vs. Angels. To make the most of the action I have prepared an MLB mega parlay for the day. Also don’t miss out our MLB predictions.

Parlay Starting Friday 30th June, 6:06 PM ET

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Washington Nationals vs Philadelphia Phillies – WAS Nationals +1.5 (-130)

Embarking on a journey to Philadelphia, the Nationals and their hosts both enter the series with steam, each team claiming victories in four of their last five games.

The Nationals’ reputation for having the fourth highest batting average against left-handed pitchers is a valuable asset to tap into, especially considering they often get a good betting price due to their perpetual underdog status. While winning the game isn’t a certainty, the Nationals seem well-positioned to succeed on the Run Line.

The Nationals are set to dispatch Josiah Gray, their ace pitcher, to the mound. Despite rough patches in three out of his last five starts, Gray’s starts are typically the Nationals’ best shot at victory. In his most recent outing, Gray skillfully shut out the Padres and has had a decent performance this season.

A month back, he faced the Phillies, surrendering four runs across 5.1 innings but steering his team to victory. Conversely, the Phillies will count on Cristopher Sanchez, who has performed admirably in his three starts despite being considered a makeshift addition to the rotation. The Nationals should aim to maximize their platoon advantage early on.

Given that the Nationals are fielding their best pitcher and have a knack for hitting left-handers, it seems likely they will cover the Run Line. However, the latter part of the game may prove challenging due to potential bullpen issues, but such variables remain unpredictable.

Boston Red Sox vs Toronto Blue Jays – Under 9 (-115)

Boston Red Sox journey northward to face their AL East rivals, the Toronto Blue Jays, for the first time this season. As both teams face the disappointing reality of trailing behind the Rays and Orioles, the anticipation for this series opener is high. For the Red Sox, the spotlight is on James Paxton, a lefty whose triumphant return after several injury-ridden seasons has been remarkable.

This season, Paxton’s strikeout rate is an impressive 31.8%, much higher than his career average, and he boasts a low .217 xBA, a 3.19 ERA, and a 3.36 xERA. In June alone, Paxton emerged 2-0 with a 2.31 ERA and 0.81 WHIP from four starts, affirming his position as the team’s premier pitcher.

Jose Berrios has shown a commendable rebound after an abysmal 2022 season. His 16 starts this year have witnessed a respectable 3.60 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP, and a 22% strikeout rate. Despite these improvements, Berrios’ elevated xBA and barrel rate are concerning, but his reduction of the hard-hit rate by over 10% from last season is a significant achievement. Given the struggling Red Sox lineup in June, it seems unlikely they will pose a significant threat to Berrios, and thus, the under is the preferred play for this series opener.

San Francisco Giants vs New York Mets – NY Mets Win (+105)

Friday’s game between the San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets at the renowned Citi Field promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams are determined to overcome recent setbacks and gain the upper hand in the forthcoming MLB clash.

Recently, the Giants have had a mixed series against the Blue Jays, emerging victorious in the opener but suffering subsequent defeats. Despite these losses, starting pitcher Keaton Winn showed tenacity, and for the forthcoming Friday match, the Giants have picked Alex Cobb as their starting pitcher. Cobb has shown impressive consistency throughout his career and has displayed commendable performance this season.

Contrastingly, the Mets have had a difficult run against the Brewers, losing the majority of their games despite an initial victory. However,

they are hoping for a turnaround under the stewardship of Carlos Carrasco. Although Carrasco had a rough outing against St. Louis, his resilience against Philly and overall career record proves his competence.

While the Giants boast an impressive record against the NL East and overall recent matches, the Mets have often faltered against high-performing teams. However, past performances indicate the Mets’ capability to rally. Given Carrasco’s recent form and the necessity for the Mets to bounce back offensively, predicting the outcome of this match is quite challenging. Yet, the Mets are the favored team for this encounter.

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