Deadspin | Drew Romo switch-hits 2 home runs as White Sox bash Angels Apr 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Colson Montgomery (12) hits a single against the Los Angeles Angels during the fifth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images Drew Romo homered from both sides of the plate, Colson Montgomery also went deep and Davis Martin pitched effectively into the sixth inning as the host Chicago White Sox defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 on Tuesday. Chicago has won the first two games of the series against skidding Los Angeles, which has lost five in a row and nine of 10. Solving resurgent Angels right-hander Jose Soriano was the key on Tuesday. Soriano entered the game with a 0.24 ERA — the lowest figure in a pitcher’s first six starts with a minimum 30 innings pitched since earned runs became official in both leagues in 1913, per MLB research. Chicago hit the veteran right-hander more than any other club this season — after Soriano (5-1) struck out the side in the first inning, that is. Montgomery led off the second with a solo home run to right field to give the White Sox an early 1-0 lead. Jo Adell grounded an RBI single to center against Martin to tie the game in the fourth before Chicago responded with another long ball in the bottom half. Romo belted an 0-2 fastball over the fence in right field for a two-run blast that marked his first career home run and first hit of any kind in the majors since 2024. Chicago selected Romo’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday while designating fellow catcher Reese McGuire for assignment. Romo added a solo home run against Brent Suter in the sixth while batting right-handed. He hit from the left side against Soriano. Martin improved to 4-1 by limiting the Angels with runners on base. Sebastian Rivero and Nolan Schanuel both collected two hits against Martin, who yielded seven in his 5 2/3 innings, but Schanuel’s double was the only one that went for extra bases. Chicago’s Sam Antonacci was hit by a pitch to force in a run in the seventh. The Angels’ Josh Lowe hit a solo homer in the eighth to cap the scoring. Seranthony Dominguez earned his seventh save in nine chances. Martin allowed one run. He walked one and struck out seven. Soriano scattered three runs and six hits in five innings with three walks and six strikeouts. Chicago’s Everson Pereiera left the game with right shoulder soreness and is day-to-day. Austin Hays replaced him in right field. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Drew #Romo #switchhits #home #runs #White #Sox #bash #Angels

Deadspin | Drew Romo switch-hits 2 home runs as White Sox bash Angels
Apr 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Colson Montgomery (12) hits a single against the Los Angeles Angels during the fifth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Drew Romo homered from both sides of the plate, Colson Montgomery also went deep and Davis Martin pitched effectively into the sixth inning as the host Chicago White Sox defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 on Tuesday.

Chicago has won the first two games of the series against skidding Los Angeles, which has lost five in a row and nine of 10.

Solving resurgent Angels right-hander Jose Soriano was the key on Tuesday.

Soriano entered the game with a 0.24 ERA — the lowest figure in a pitcher’s first six starts with a minimum 30 innings pitched since earned runs became official in both leagues in 1913, per MLB research.

Chicago hit the veteran right-hander more than any other club this season — after Soriano (5-1) struck out the side in the first inning, that is.

Montgomery led off the second with a solo home run to right field to give the White Sox an early 1-0 lead. Jo Adell grounded an RBI single to center against Martin to tie the game in the fourth before Chicago responded with another long ball in the bottom half.

Romo belted an 0-2 fastball over the fence in right field for a two-run blast that marked his first career home run and first hit of any kind in the majors since 2024. Chicago selected Romo’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday while designating fellow catcher Reese McGuire for assignment.

Romo added a solo home run against Brent Suter in the sixth while batting right-handed. He hit from the left side against Soriano.

Martin improved to 4-1 by limiting the Angels with runners on base. Sebastian Rivero and Nolan Schanuel both collected two hits against Martin, who yielded seven in his 5 2/3 innings, but Schanuel’s double was the only one that went for extra bases.

Chicago’s Sam Antonacci was hit by a pitch to force in a run in the seventh. The Angels’ Josh Lowe hit a solo homer in the eighth to cap the scoring.

Seranthony Dominguez earned his seventh save in nine chances.

Martin allowed one run. He walked one and struck out seven.

Soriano scattered three runs and six hits in five innings with three walks and six strikeouts.

Chicago’s Everson Pereiera left the game with right shoulder soreness and is day-to-day. Austin Hays replaced him in right field.

–Field Level Media

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Apr 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Colson Montgomery (12) hits a single against the Los Angeles Angels during the fifth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Drew Romo homered from both sides of the plate, Colson Montgomery also went deep and Davis Martin pitched effectively into the sixth inning as the host Chicago White Sox defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 on Tuesday.

Chicago has won the first two games of the series against skidding Los Angeles, which has lost five in a row and nine of 10.

Solving resurgent Angels right-hander Jose Soriano was the key on Tuesday.

Soriano entered the game with a 0.24 ERA — the lowest figure in a pitcher’s first six starts with a minimum 30 innings pitched since earned runs became official in both leagues in 1913, per MLB research.

Chicago hit the veteran right-hander more than any other club this season — after Soriano (5-1) struck out the side in the first inning, that is.

Montgomery led off the second with a solo home run to right field to give the White Sox an early 1-0 lead. Jo Adell grounded an RBI single to center against Martin to tie the game in the fourth before Chicago responded with another long ball in the bottom half.

Romo belted an 0-2 fastball over the fence in right field for a two-run blast that marked his first career home run and first hit of any kind in the majors since 2024. Chicago selected Romo’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday while designating fellow catcher Reese McGuire for assignment.

Romo added a solo home run against Brent Suter in the sixth while batting right-handed. He hit from the left side against Soriano.

Martin improved to 4-1 by limiting the Angels with runners on base. Sebastian Rivero and Nolan Schanuel both collected two hits against Martin, who yielded seven in his 5 2/3 innings, but Schanuel’s double was the only one that went for extra bases.

Chicago’s Sam Antonacci was hit by a pitch to force in a run in the seventh. The Angels’ Josh Lowe hit a solo homer in the eighth to cap the scoring.

Seranthony Dominguez earned his seventh save in nine chances.

Martin allowed one run. He walked one and struck out seven.

Soriano scattered three runs and six hits in five innings with three walks and six strikeouts.

Chicago’s Everson Pereiera left the game with right shoulder soreness and is day-to-day. Austin Hays replaced him in right field.

–Field Level Media

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IPL 2026: PowerPlay is the new death overs—Openers are finishing games this season <div id="content-body-70919798" itemprop="articleBody">Marcus Stoinis’ stunning 22-ball 62 (not out) went in vain on Tuesday night as Punjab Kings failed to defend a 222-run total against Rajasthan Royals at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium.Stoinis’ knock came at the back end of the innings and, although it lifted the home side to a competitive total, it wasn’t enough to shut the Royals out as they chased it down with four balls to spare and six wickets in hand.A couple of days earlier, PBKS had done something similar, registering a record T20 chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals.A common factor in this IPL season’s wins has been PowerPlay performances. The Royals scored 84 for one in the first overs in reply to the Kings’ 65 for one. Similarly, DC had managed 68 for one against PBKS, which finished the fielding restrictions after scoring 116 runs without loss. PowerPlay overs have decided 73.68 per cent of matches this season.“Over the years, teams have realised how important the PowerPlay is: only two fielders outside, six overs to maximise. So naturally, there’s more focus on that phase now,” RR fast bowler Sandeep Sharma said.There has been a steady rise in batters targeting the boundaries in the PowerPlay, with run rates climbing from 7.7 in the inaugural season to 8.42 in 2018, and now 9.9 this season.“What we’re seeing is a trend across the tournament – how dominant teams are in the first six overs. It’s very hard to stop sides now with the way they’re playing in the PowerPlay. You’ve also got the replacement player rule, which allows you to stack your batting and go even harder,” PBKS assistant coach Brad Haddin said.A look at the points table also reflects which teams have embraced this approach of setting up, or even finishing, games early. Punjab, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan, the current top four, also boast the best returns from their top three batters, especially the openers.For PBKS, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya have scored at a strike rate of 205.55, followed by Royals openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at 195.56. SRH’s Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head are at 183.17, while RCB’s Virat Kohli and Phil Salt/Jacob Bethell have struck at 164.42.Winning the PowerPlay isn’t a guarantee, but it gives the batting side a significant advantage for the rest of the innings. DC openers, for instance, have a higher strike rate (172.35) than RCB’s. But with the rest of Bengaluru’s lineup sustaining the pressure, it has translated into results, while the Capitals remain in the bottom half.<h4 class="sub_head">Is the finisher’s role going extinct?</h4>The relentless pressure from ball one has made 200-plus totals par, even if they don’t guarantee wins. Openers are expected to score at a minimum of 10 an over, and the rest of the batting order must maintain a similar tempo.Teams are no longer building towards a late surge. The first six overs are now played with almost the same boundary-hitting intensity (26.11%) as the final four overs (24.12%).“I don’t think there is a thing called finishers anymore. It’s right from ball one – everyone is going at a rate of knots,” Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming had said earlier this season. “It’s not a build-up to the 16th over and then going harder. Everyone is going hard from ball one. Run rates of 10, 11, 12 throughout are expected. You’re not really getting the big peaks at the end, it’s just a more aggressive approach to get 240.”Table-topper Punjab has been the most successful in executing this approach. While the top three score at over 12 an over, numbers four and five go at 11.1, and the lower middle order (6-8) at 10.81.“If you look at the way we’ve played, our top order has been super dynamic. They’ve set up games and created opportunities,” Haddin said.“But what the rest have done is contribute in roles that win matches. It might not be a 70 or 80 – it could be 15 off six balls to give us momentum. At the moment, they’re doing everything the game requires.”Sandeep, however, believes finishers remain vital, especially over a long tournament.“I don’t think the importance of finishers has reduced at all. Teams with strong finishers still have a great chance. If you look at the past, Chennai had Mahi bhai (MS Dhoni), Mumbai had Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard, and KKR had Andre Russell. Teams with strong players at 5, 6, and 7 tend to go far. That’s where the bulk of pressure lies. The top three don’t carry as much pressure – if they get out playing positively, it’s accepted. But 5-6-7 is a crucial phase,” he said.This season has still produced instances of lower-order influence, such as Rinku Singh’s effort in Kolkata Knight Riders’ Super Over win against Lucknow Super Giants, but those moments are becoming rarer in a league where the PowerPlay is fast becoming the new death overs, and openers the new finishers.Published on Apr 29, 2026</div> #IPL #PowerPlay #death #oversOpeners #finishing #games #season

GT vs RCB, IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans looks for reversal in fortunes vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Gujarat Titans will have a second crack at Royal Challengers Bengaluru in less than a week, at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.And this time, the Titans will hope for a reversal in fortunes after having lost the previous encounter by five wickets as RCB chased 206 with ease.Shubman Gill & Co. come into the contest after a thumping eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings that averted a third straight loss. It was fashioned by a fine bowling effort, led by Kagiso Rabada (three for 25), and some solid batting.It is however a fact that GT is heavily dependent on its top-three of B. Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler, who bat a lion’s share of the overs.There is no mistaking their quality, but they have so far proved to be more accumulators than ransackers. The line-up is like a simmering volcano that threatens to erupt but doesn’t follow through on the promise. GT’s highest total this season is 210; every other side, apart from Lucknow Super Giants, has scored more.Against RCB, a team that pursues totals in the vicinity of 200 like it’s child’s play, GT can ill-afford to bide its time. Even without Phil Salt, who missed the last two games, the defending champion strikes the same fear, for it has the equally marauding Jacob Bethell.And versus Delhi Capitals most recently, the RCB bowlers showed what devastation they can cause, dismissing Axar Patel’s men for a paltry 75.READ | Pitch perfect Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar show how to restore IPL’s bat-ball balanceBhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, 36 and 35 respectively, scalped seven wickets between them and gave away just 17 runs. Ageing – in sporting terms – is generally associated with physical decline and a slight dulling of the senses, but not for these two. On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75.
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On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75.
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However, as the table-topping Punjab Kings found out in its six-wicket reverse to Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday, momentum has limited currency in T20 cricket. Can RCB prove otherwise?Published on Apr 29, 2026 #RCB #IPL #Gujarat #Titans #reversal #fortunes #Royal #Challengers #Bengaluru — On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR

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Gujarat Titans will have a second crack at Royal Challengers Bengaluru in less than a week, at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.
And this time, the Titans will hope for a reversal in fortunes after having lost the previous encounter by five wickets as RCB chased 206 with ease.
Shubman Gill & Co. come into the contest after a thumping eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings that averted a third straight loss. It was fashioned by a fine bowling effort, led by Kagiso Rabada (three for 25), and some solid batting.
It is however a fact that GT is heavily dependent on its top-three of B. Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler, who bat a lion’s share of the overs.
There is no mistaking their quality, but they have so far proved to be more accumulators than ransackers. The line-up is like a simmering volcano that threatens to erupt but doesn’t follow through on the promise. GT’s highest total this season is 210; every other side, apart from Lucknow Super Giants, has scored more.
Against RCB, a team that pursues totals in the vicinity of 200 like it’s child’s play, GT can ill-afford to bide its time. Even without Phil Salt, who missed the last two games, the defending champion strikes the same fear, for it has the equally marauding Jacob Bethell.
And versus Delhi Capitals most recently, the RCB bowlers showed what devastation they can cause, dismissing Axar Patel’s men for a paltry 75.
READ | Pitch perfect Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar show how to restore IPL’s bat-ball balance
Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, 36 and 35 respectively, scalped seven wickets between them and gave away just 17 runs. Ageing – in sporting terms – is generally associated with physical decline and a slight dulling of the senses, but not for these two.
On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR
On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR
However, as the table-topping Punjab Kings found out in its six-wicket reverse to Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday, momentum has limited currency in T20 cricket. Can RCB prove otherwise?
Published on Apr 29, 2026

#RCB #IPL #Gujarat #Titans #reversal #fortunes #Royal #Challengers #Bengaluru">GT vs RCB, IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans looks for reversal in fortunes vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Gujarat Titans will have a second crack at Royal Challengers Bengaluru in less than a week, at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.

And this time, the Titans will hope for a reversal in fortunes after having lost the previous encounter by five wickets as RCB chased 206 with ease.

Shubman Gill & Co. come into the contest after a thumping eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings that averted a third straight loss. It was fashioned by a fine bowling effort, led by Kagiso Rabada (three for 25), and some solid batting.

It is however a fact that GT is heavily dependent on its top-three of B. Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler, who bat a lion’s share of the overs.

There is no mistaking their quality, but they have so far proved to be more accumulators than ransackers. The line-up is like a simmering volcano that threatens to erupt but doesn’t follow through on the promise. GT’s highest total this season is 210; every other side, apart from Lucknow Super Giants, has scored more.

Against RCB, a team that pursues totals in the vicinity of 200 like it’s child’s play, GT can ill-afford to bide its time. Even without Phil Salt, who missed the last two games, the defending champion strikes the same fear, for it has the equally marauding Jacob Bethell.

And versus Delhi Capitals most recently, the RCB bowlers showed what devastation they can cause, dismissing Axar Patel’s men for a paltry 75.

READ | Pitch perfect Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar show how to restore IPL’s bat-ball balance

Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, 36 and 35 respectively, scalped seven wickets between them and gave away just 17 runs. Ageing – in sporting terms – is generally associated with physical decline and a slight dulling of the senses, but not for these two.

On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR

On a lively surface at the Arun ‌Jaitley Stadium, Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar claimed seven wickets between them and bundled out Delhi Capitals for 75. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR

However, as the table-topping Punjab Kings found out in its six-wicket reverse to Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday, momentum has limited currency in T20 cricket. Can RCB prove otherwise?

Published on Apr 29, 2026

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MLB Picks Today: Astros vs Orioles and Dodgers vs Marlins Best Bets | Deadspin.com Apr 1, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) pitches against the Chicago White Sox in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images How about a little East Coast-West Coast combo for our MLB picks today?Season Record 14-12-1, -0.42 UnitsAstros at OriolesAstros F5 (+102 BetRivers)It’s been quite the mess for Houston so far in 2025.Expected to compete for the AL West as always, they have instead fallen on hard times amid a raft of pitcher injuries. But this is an organization with an excellent record of developing arms, and they may have found one in today’s starter, Peter Lambert. You might recognize the name as he pitched parts of four seasons in Colorado from 2019 to 2024, never logging more than 89.1 IP in the majors and never finishing a season with an ERA under 5.36.Well, he took his talents (or at that point, lack thereof) to Japan last year and well, was just okay there too with a 4.26 ERA and 20.1% K%. The Astros brought him back and appeared to have unlocked something in the minors as he had a 1.84 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in three minor league starts, and now a 3.27 ERA in 11 IP with a whopping 33.3% K% and 17.7% SwSwr% over two starts in MLB. His fastball has gone up about 2 MPH over where he typically sat in his Rockies days, and he’s now added a cutter to his arsenal. Are his improvements for real? Well, the results look promising very early on.His Stuff+ is 94 if you’re into that sort of thing, which indicates he’s a shade below average.He does appear to have the upper hand tonight as he faces off against the Orioles Chris Bassitt. The well-traveled vet has gotten off to a brutal start in Baltimore, with a super ugly 6.75 ERA and 2.08 WHIP. His -2.70% K-BB% is the worst in MLB among starters who have logged at least 10 IP.The best I can say is he keeps the ball on the ground and his EV allowed is low so there’s always a chance all the contact he induces will go to his fielders. The Astros have one of the best offenses in the league though and they have a 120 wRC+ on the road this year and an identical 120 wRC+ vs. righties. The Orioles for their part have a 119 wRC+ at home, so it’s a pretty even battle at the plate. Give me the Astros as I’d rather take the unknown SP who looks great right now vs. the aging vet who looks absolutely cooked right now. Our Current Best OffersChannel debug: betting Marlins at DodgersSandy Alcantara Over 17.5 Outs Recorded (-107 DraftKings)The Marlins ace looked back to his Cy Young form through his first three starts as he logged 24.1 IP and the only two runs he allowed were in the 9th inning of the third start.He was just two outs away from a second straight complete game shutout, which makes him a regular Old Hoss Radbourne in today’s game. The last three outings have not gone so great, 17 IP, 6.35 ERA and 1.88 WHIP and he’s at the Dodgers tonight. But innings are what Sandy does. He induces a lot of grounders (48%) and has low whiff and walk and barrel rates.So in games where he’s not getting BABIP-ed around he’s extremely efficient. Let’s back on another Sandy Special today. Our Current Best OffersChannel debug: betting #MLB #Picks #Today #Astros #Orioles #Dodgers #Marlins #Bets #Deadspin.com

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Apr 1, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) pitches against the Chicago White Sox in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

How about a little East Coast-West Coast combo for our MLB picks today?
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Astros at Orioles
Astros F5 (+102 BetRivers)
It’s been quite the mess for Houston so far in 2025.
Expected to compete for the AL West as always, they have instead fallen on hard times amid a raft of pitcher injuries. But this is an organization with an excellent record of developing arms, and they may have found one in today’s starter, Peter Lambert. You might recognize the name as he pitched parts of four seasons in Colorado from 2019 to 2024, never logging more than 89.1 IP in the majors and never finishing a season with an ERA under 5.36.
Well, he took his talents (or at that point, lack thereof) to Japan last year and well, was just okay there too with a 4.26 ERA and 20.1% K%. The Astros brought him back and appeared to have unlocked something in the minors as he had a 1.84 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in three minor league starts, and now a 3.27 ERA in 11 IP with a whopping 33.3% K% and 17.7% SwSwr% over two starts in MLB. His fastball has gone up about 2 MPH over where he typically sat in his Rockies days, and he’s now added a cutter to his arsenal. Are his improvements for real? Well, the results look promising very early on.
His Stuff+ is 94 if you’re into that sort of thing, which indicates he’s a shade below average.
He does appear to have the upper hand tonight as he faces off against the Orioles Chris Bassitt. The well-traveled vet has gotten off to a brutal start in Baltimore, with a super ugly 6.75 ERA and 2.08 WHIP. His -2.70% K-BB% is the worst in MLB among starters who have logged at least 10 IP.
The best I can say is he keeps the ball on the ground and his EV allowed is low so there’s always a chance all the contact he induces will go to his fielders. The Astros have one of the best offenses in the league though and they have a 120 wRC+ on the road this year and an identical 120 wRC+ vs. righties. The Orioles for their part have a 119 wRC+ at home, so it’s a pretty even battle at the plate. Give me the Astros as I’d rather take the unknown SP who looks great right now vs. the aging vet who looks absolutely cooked right now.

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Marlins at Dodgers
Sandy Alcantara Over 17.5 Outs Recorded (-107 DraftKings)
The Marlins ace looked back to his Cy Young form through his first three starts as he logged 24.1 IP and the only two runs he allowed were in the 9th inning of the third start.
He was just two outs away from a second straight complete game shutout, which makes him a regular Old Hoss Radbourne in today’s game. The last three outings have not gone so great, 17 IP, 6.35 ERA and 1.88 WHIP and he’s at the Dodgers tonight. But innings are what Sandy does. He induces a lot of grounders (48%) and has low whiff and walk and barrel rates.
So in games where he’s not getting BABIP-ed around he’s extremely efficient. Let’s back on another Sandy Special today.

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Apr 1, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) pitches against the Chicago White Sox in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

How about a little East Coast-West Coast combo for our MLB picks today?

Season Record 14-12-1, -0.42 Units

Astros at Orioles

Astros F5 (+102 BetRivers)

It’s been quite the mess for Houston so far in 2025.

Expected to compete for the AL West as always, they have instead fallen on hard times amid a raft of pitcher injuries. But this is an organization with an excellent record of developing arms, and they may have found one in today’s starter, Peter Lambert. You might recognize the name as he pitched parts of four seasons in Colorado from 2019 to 2024, never logging more than 89.1 IP in the majors and never finishing a season with an ERA under 5.36.

Well, he took his talents (or at that point, lack thereof) to Japan last year and well, was just okay there too with a 4.26 ERA and 20.1% K%. The Astros brought him back and appeared to have unlocked something in the minors as he had a 1.84 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in three minor league starts, and now a 3.27 ERA in 11 IP with a whopping 33.3% K% and 17.7% SwSwr% over two starts in MLB. His fastball has gone up about 2 MPH over where he typically sat in his Rockies days, and he’s now added a cutter to his arsenal. Are his improvements for real? Well, the results look promising very early on.

His Stuff+ is 94 if you’re into that sort of thing, which indicates he’s a shade below average.

He does appear to have the upper hand tonight as he faces off against the Orioles Chris Bassitt. The well-traveled vet has gotten off to a brutal start in Baltimore, with a super ugly 6.75 ERA and 2.08 WHIP. His -2.70% K-BB% is the worst in MLB among starters who have logged at least 10 IP.

The best I can say is he keeps the ball on the ground and his EV allowed is low so there’s always a chance all the contact he induces will go to his fielders. The Astros have one of the best offenses in the league though and they have a 120 wRC+ on the road this year and an identical 120 wRC+ vs. righties. The Orioles for their part have a 119 wRC+ at home, so it’s a pretty even battle at the plate. Give me the Astros as I’d rather take the unknown SP who looks great right now vs. the aging vet who looks absolutely cooked right now.

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Sandy Alcantara Over 17.5 Outs Recorded (-107 DraftKings)

The Marlins ace looked back to his Cy Young form through his first three starts as he logged 24.1 IP and the only two runs he allowed were in the 9th inning of the third start.

He was just two outs away from a second straight complete game shutout, which makes him a regular Old Hoss Radbourne in today’s game. The last three outings have not gone so great, 17 IP, 6.35 ERA and 1.88 WHIP and he’s at the Dodgers tonight. But innings are what Sandy does. He induces a lot of grounders (48%) and has low whiff and walk and barrel rates.

So in games where he’s not getting BABIP-ed around he’s extremely efficient. Let’s back on another Sandy Special today.

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The Spanish football federation banned Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada for 13 matches on Wednesday after he punched Huesca player Jorge Pulido in the face.

The federation’s disciplinary committee said in a statement that the Argentina international and his club would also be fined. Andrada was sent off before he “attacked” Pulido during the second-tier derby last Sunday.

Andrada was handed a 12-match ban for the punch, while his initial red card carried an automatic one-match suspension. The punishment rules him out for the rest of the season and deals a blow to Zaragoza’s hopes in its battle to avoid relegation.

The 35-year-old, on loan from Mexican side Monterrey, shoved Pulido and was shown a second yellow card for the incident.

ALSO READ: FIFA opens talks on rule requiring clubs to field one homegrown young player during matches

Andrada then became enraged, running towards Pulido and hitting him, sparking a brawl on the pitch in stoppage time.

“The truth is I’m very, very sorry for what happened,” Andrada said afterwards.

“It’s not a good image for the club, for the fans, and especially not for a professional like myself. So, I’m very sorry.”

Huesca goalkeeper Dani Jimenez and Zaragoza’s Dani Tasende were also sent off after the brawl, with host Huesca holding on for a 1-0 win. Jimenez was banned for four matches and Tasende for two.

“We witnessed scenes unbecoming of this sport and which should never have occurred,” Zaragoza said in a statement on Sunday.

Published on Apr 29, 2026

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Real Zaragoza keeper Esteban banned for 13 games after punching Huesca player Jorge The Spanish football federation banned Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada for 13 matches on Wednesday after he punched Huesca player Jorge Pulido in the face.The federation’s disciplinary committee said in a statement that the Argentina international and his club would also be fined. Andrada was sent off before he “attacked” Pulido during the second-tier derby last Sunday.Andrada was handed a 12-match ban for the punch, while his initial red card carried an automatic one-match suspension. The punishment rules him out for the rest of the season and deals a blow to Zaragoza’s hopes in its battle to avoid relegation.The 35-year-old, on loan from Mexican side Monterrey, shoved Pulido and was shown a second yellow card for the incident.ALSO READ: FIFA opens talks on rule requiring clubs to field one homegrown young player during matchesAndrada then became enraged, running towards Pulido and hitting him, sparking a brawl on the pitch in stoppage time.“The truth is I’m very, very sorry for what happened,” Andrada said afterwards.“It’s not a good image for the club, for the fans, and especially not for a professional like myself. So, I’m very sorry.”Huesca goalkeeper Dani Jimenez and Zaragoza’s Dani Tasende were also sent off after the brawl, with host Huesca holding on for a 1-0 win. Jimenez was banned for four matches and Tasende for two.“We witnessed scenes unbecoming of this sport and which should never have occurred,” Zaragoza said in a statement on Sunday.Published on Apr 29, 2026 #Real #Zaragoza #keeper #Esteban #banned #games #punching #Huesca #player #Jorge

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The Spanish football federation banned Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada for 13 matches on Wednesday after he punched Huesca player Jorge Pulido in the face.
The federation’s disciplinary committee said in a statement that the Argentina international and his club would also be fined. Andrada was sent off before he “attacked” Pulido during the second-tier derby last Sunday.
Andrada was handed a 12-match ban for the punch, while his initial red card carried an automatic one-match suspension. The punishment rules him out for the rest of the season and deals a blow to Zaragoza’s hopes in its battle to avoid relegation.
The 35-year-old, on loan from Mexican side Monterrey, shoved Pulido and was shown a second yellow card for the incident.
ALSO READ: FIFA opens talks on rule requiring clubs to field one homegrown young player during matches
Andrada then became enraged, running towards Pulido and hitting him, sparking a brawl on the pitch in stoppage time.
“The truth is I’m very, very sorry for what happened,” Andrada said afterwards.
“It’s not a good image for the club, for the fans, and especially not for a professional like myself. So, I’m very sorry.”
Huesca goalkeeper Dani Jimenez and Zaragoza’s Dani Tasende were also sent off after the brawl, with host Huesca holding on for a 1-0 win. Jimenez was banned for four matches and Tasende for two.
“We witnessed scenes unbecoming of this sport and which should never have occurred,” Zaragoza said in a statement on Sunday.
Published on Apr 29, 2026

#Real #Zaragoza #keeper #Esteban #banned #games #punching #Huesca #player #Jorge">Real Zaragoza keeper Esteban banned for 13 games after punching Huesca player Jorge

The Spanish football federation banned Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada for 13 matches on Wednesday after he punched Huesca player Jorge Pulido in the face.

The 35-year-old, on loan from Mexican side Monterrey, shoved Pulido and was shown a second yellow card for the incident.

ALSO READ: FIFA opens talks on rule requiring clubs to field one homegrown young player during matches

Andrada then became enraged, running towards Pulido and hitting him, sparking a brawl on the pitch in stoppage time.

“The truth is I’m very, very sorry for what happened,” Andrada said afterwards.

“It’s not a good image for the club, for the fans, and especially not for a professional like myself. So, I’m very sorry.”

Huesca goalkeeper Dani Jimenez and Zaragoza’s Dani Tasende were also sent off after the brawl, with host Huesca holding on for a 1-0 win. Jimenez was banned for four matches and Tasende for two.

“We witnessed scenes unbecoming of this sport and which should never have occurred,” Zaragoza said in a statement on Sunday.

Published on Apr 29, 2026

#Real #Zaragoza #keeper #Esteban #banned #games #punching #Huesca #player #Jorge

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