The MLB playoffs are heating up as the American League and National League Championship Series continue to unfold. In the latest episode of the MLB Gambling Podcast, hosts Steve Schirmer and Malcolm Bamford give their expert picks for ALCS Game 3 and NLCS Game 4.
In the ALCS, the Houston Astros will take on the New York Yankees in Game 3 at Yankee Stadium. The series is currently tied 1-1, with both teams putting up strong performances in the first two games. The Astros will send veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. to the mound, while the Yankees will counter with lefty Jordan Montgomery.
Schirmer and Bamford both believe that the Astros will come out on top in Game 3. They point to Houston’s strong lineup, led by the likes of Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa, and Alex Bregman, as a key factor in their prediction. The Astros also have a solid bullpen, which could prove to be crucial in a close game.
On the other side of the bracket, the NLCS features the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the Atlanta Braves in Game 4. The Dodgers currently hold a 2-1 series lead, and will look to extend their advantage with a win at Dodger Stadium. Walker Buehler will get the start for Los Angeles, while the Braves will counter with Ian Anderson.
Schirmer and Bamford both believe that the Dodgers will come out on top in Game 4 as well. They point to Los Angeles’ deep lineup, which includes stars like Mookie Betts, Justin Turner, and Corey Seager, as a key factor in their prediction. The Dodgers also have a strong pitching staff, led by Buehler, which could make things difficult for the Braves.
Overall, the MLB Gambling Podcast hosts are confident in their picks for ALCS Game 3 and NLCS Game 4. Fans will have to tune in to see if their predictions come true, as the playoff action continues to heat up.
