Picks for 4/8/26
MLB
6:40 PM EST
Rotation # 979-980
Cubs/Rays Over 8 runs (push)
Rea/Boyle
The Cubs got bad news: starting pitcher Cade Horton will miss the season after needing elbow surgery. Matthew Boyd is on the IR as well. Chicago has elevated Colin Rea back into a starting role to soften the blow. Injuries are a part of the game, but no team expects them to happen so early into a campaign. Tampa hits right-handers well and should get on the board enough to make it a higher-scoring game. The Rays’ bullpen is currently the worst in baseball, and was just dealt another blow with Garrett Cleavinger on IR. We will take a shot at the total with both teams having to work through pitching issues. Take the Over.
6:40 PM EST
Rotation # 979-980
Cubs/Rays Over 8 runs (push)
Rea/Boyle
The Cubs got bad news: starting pitcher Cade Horton will miss the season after needing elbow surgery. Matthew Boyd is on the IR as well. Chicago has elevated Colin Rea back into a starting role to soften the blow. Injuries are a part of the game, but no team expects them to happen so early into a campaign. Tampa hits right-handers well and should get on the board enough to make it a higher-scoring game. The Rays’ bullpen is currently the worst in baseball, and was just dealt another blow with Garrett Cleavinger on IR. We will take a shot at the total with both teams having to work through pitching issues. Take the Over.