From New York Post · · 1m 30s
Rodon primed for deep run vs. Twins
Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon is finally healthy and stretched out, facing a Twins team weak against left-handed pitching.
In brief
Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon is finally healthy and stretched out, facing a Twins team weak against left-handed pitching. Rodon's return to form and the Twins' vulnerability to lefties make him a strong bet to pitch deep into Wednesday's game. Originally reported by New York Post.
Rodon finally gets his health back
Carlos Rodon has battled injuries all season, limited to just 14 starts by two stints on the injured list. His latest setback was left elbow inflammation that sidelined him for several weeks.
Yankees easing him back carefully
After returning from injury, the Yankees limited Rodon to five innings or fewer over his first four starts. Manager Aaron Boone is now letting him pitch deeper into games as he builds back up.
Last start showed real promise
In his most recent outing against the Mets last Friday, Rodon pitched 6 and one-third innings while throwing 93 pitches, his most since late June. He struck out eight batters and allowed just one earned run.
Twins are weak against lefties
Minnesota has posted just a .678 OPS against left-handed pitching this season, the fifth-worst mark in baseball. This matchup heavily favors Rodon as he looks to work deep into the game.
The betting play: Rodon over 15.5 outs
With Rodon healthy, stretched out, and facing a Twins team weak against lefties, the bet is that he'll record more than 15 and a half outs, meaning pitching at least five and one-third innings.
“The play: Carlos Rodon Over 15.5 outs (+110, BetMGM)”
What matters most
Rodon's return to form and the Twins' vulnerability to lefties make him a strong bet to pitch deep into Wednesday's game.
