Pirates vs Nationals

(#953) Pittsburgh Pirates @ (#954) Washington Nationals | OVER | . 

Mitch Keller (6-5, 4.87 ERA) vs. Foster Griffin (8-2, 2.93 ERA) . 

Last season at the deadline, I was a bit surprised that no team was willing to take a shot on Mitch Keller. He was a big name that was getting talked about. But a deal never took place. Still in Pittsburgh with an improved lineup, Keller isn't having the same success, ERA wise at least. It's been a rocky season and it could get even worse today. 

On the other hand, I understand that Foster Griffin has been fantastic. However, I do believe that he is hittable. Pittsburgh's hot offensively as it's scored 39 runs over its past six games. Don't expect Griffin to have the same success that he had in June here in July. Give me the "over." 

Burns' Prediction: 8-5 Nationals.

PSP Data Driven 1* Nationals. 

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Our models suggest that the value is on the favorite. Washington are 4-1 in its last 5 games. Pittsburgh are 3-11 in its last 14 games against an opponent in the National League East Division