June Juice – June 20th
Records
Caz: 7–9 | +$1,814
TB: 7–10 | +$2,782
TB’s Pick: Atlanta Braves (vs. New York Mets)
Odds: ATL @ 1.76
Wager Placed: 2x $500
Liquidation: 3.52 | To Win: +$760
We’ve got prime hitting weather in New York today — warm air and favorable wind conditions — which sets the stage for Atlanta’s right-handed bats to do some early damage.
The Braves' edge in this matchup comes squarely from their right-handed power, and they’re facing a pitcher who’s consistently struggled against that profile. Paul Blackburn has thrown limited innings this year, but his splits against righties are right in line with last season’s issues:
Blackburn vs. RHH
- 2024: .386 wOBA | 2.10 HR/9 | 1.18 GB/FB
- 2025: .412 wOBA | 1.5 HR/9 | 0.67 GB/FB
These are alarming numbers, especially when paired with a weather setup that favors hard-hit fly balls. Blackburn has a tendency to leave pitches up and over the plate — and that’s a dangerous game against a lineup like Atlanta’s.
This feels like a great spot for the Braves to strike early and play with a lead. Don’t be surprised if Ronald Acuña Jr. leads things off with a homer, setting the tone for a day full of fireworks.
Caz’s Pick: San Diego Padres (vs. Washington Nationals)
Odds: CHC @ -165
Wager Placed: 2x $500
Liquidation: +218 | To Win: $610
