Baseball fans and bettors alike, brace yourselves for an exciting matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and the LA Dodgers as Freddie Freeman takes center stage. The first baseman has been on fire lately, and there's plenty of data to back up our confidence in him smashing the over for hits, runs, and RBIs where the line is set at Over 1.5 (-140).
Let's take a closer look at Freeman's recent performance. Over the last five games, he's been averaging 1.4 hits, runs, and RBIs, with more than 1.5 in three of those games. This upward trend is no fluke, as Freeman has been racking up the numbers on the road, averaging 1.48 hits, runs and RBIs this season. With the Dodgers visiting St. Louis, Freeman's road game prowess plays a crucial role in supporting our prediction.
Although Freeman's performance over the last 10 games shows a slight dip, with an average of 1.1 hits, runs, and RBIs per game, and more than 1.5 in only four games, it's essential to consider the bigger picture. Over the last 20 games, Freeman has been consistently delivering, with an average of 1.15 hits, runs and RBIs per game and more than 1.5 in eight games. This consistency is a testament to Freeman's ability to step up when it matters most. In four games against the Cardinals, Freeman has been a force to be reckoned with, averaging a whopping 1.75 hits, runs, and RBIs per game. The guy is a hitting machine and his teammates should have a field day against today's starter for the Cardinals (Jack Flaherty).
Freeman's recent form is further bolstered by his impressive 10-game hitting streak, during which he has maintained an average of 1.36 hits, runs, and RBIs per game this season. In addition, his performance on the road has been solid, with an average of 1.23 hits, runs, and RBIs per game. This all-around consistency is a significant factor in Freeman's ability to deliver when it counts.
The icing on the cake is Freeman's performance in the game against St. Louis on May 20th, where he contributed to the Dodgers' rally with a one-out double in the fourth inning. This effort extended his hitting streak to 10 games, proving that Freeman is a force to be reckoned with, even in high-pressure situations.
Looking at the Dodgers' overall performance in the May 20th game, it's clear that they have the potential to bounce back from their 6-5 loss to the Cardinals. With Noah Syndergaard settling in after a shaky start and Mike Mikolas retiring 10 batters before Freeman's double, the stage is set for a thrilling rematch.
Freddie Freeman's recent form, road game performance, and history against St. Louis makes a compelling case for him to crush the Over 1.5 hits, runs, and RBI combined at -140 odds.
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