Terry Edelmann

Today’s Free Picks

The PLAY: (CWS) Tristan Peters Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs (+102) Action

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Play: (CWS) Tristan Peters Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs (+102) at Draftkings

Tristan Peters enters today's game against the Philadelphia Phillies in scorching-hot form, having cleared his line with multiple HRRs in 7 of his last 8 games. The Chicago White Sox outfielder has been a model of consistency, and today he draws a massive structural advantage against Phillies right-hander Andrew Painter. Peters has absolutely dominated righties all season, tracking a stellar .306 batting average against right-handed pitchers.

Conversely, Painter has hit a severe rookie wall and struggles heavily against left-handed bats like Peters. Painter is currently sitting on a 1-6 record with a bloated 5.74 ERA across 11 games this season. His struggles intensified in May, where he went 0-4 with a 6.14 ERA in six starts. Lefties are hitting a blistering .317 against him, failing to find answers for his pitch mix.

Adding absolute premium value to this pick are the extreme, elite hitting conditions in Philadelphia today. A severe mid-Atlantic heat wave is bringing mid-90s temperatures to Citizens Bank Park, heavily thinning out the air. Even better for hitters, a double-digit 13 mph wind will be blowing straight out. In a high-scoring environment against a struggling pitcher who can't retire lefties, expect Peters to keep rolling and easily smash his 1.5 HRR prop.

The PLAY: (KC) Michael Massey Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs (+122) Action

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Play: (KC) Michael Massey Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs (+122) at Draftkings

Michael Massey enters today's game against the Minnesota Twins on an absolute tear, having cleared his 1.5 HRR line in six consecutive games. This blistering stretch includes the first two games of this current series at Target Field. Looking at the matchup, Massey matches up incredibly well against Twins starter Joe Ryan. In their previous head-to-head encounters, Massey has solved the right-hander, going 2-for-8 (.250) with two doubles.

The micro-matchup history heavily favors Massey here. When these two met earlier this season on April 1st, Joe Ryan's fastball velocity dipped, allowing the Royals to rack up six hits off his heater. Massey’s patient approach and current rhythm put him in a prime position to expose Ryan's reliance on the fastball once again.

Furthermore, today's perfect hitting weather in Minneapolis will only elevate Massey's chances. Target Field will experience a beautiful, dry, and warm afternoon with game-time temperatures climbing into the mid-80s. Warm summer air cuts down wind resistance, allowing deep fly balls to carry further toward the gaps. Expect Massey to stay hot and comfortably clear his HRR prop today.

The PLAY: (VGK) Brett Howden Anytime Goal (+270)

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Play: (VGK) Brett Howden Anytime Goal (+270) at Draftkings

The primary catalyst for the Vegas Golden Knights' offense continues to be forward Brett Howden, who has emerged as the most consistently lethal finisher of this entire NHL postseason run. Howden has found the back of the net in an astonishing 11 of his last 14 playoff games, showcasing a torrid stretch of high-danger execution. This elite production has carried directly into the championship round, with Howden lighting the lamp in both matches of the Stanley Cup Final so far.

After delivering a spectacular multi-goal performance with two goals in Game 2, Howden has now extended his personal goal-scoring streak to three consecutive games against the Carolina Hurricanes. As Vegas returns to their home ice looking to break a 1-1 series deadlock, their coaching staff will continue to leverage line matchups to give their hottest hand prime real estate in the offensive zone. With Howden playing at an elite level and consistently finding soft spots in Carolina's defensive coverage, backing him to score at any point during Game 3 is the sharpest prop bet on the board.

The PLAY: (EDM) Justin Rankin Anytime Touchdown Yes (-110)

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Play: (EDM) Justin Rankin Anytime Touchdown (-110) at Fanduel

Edmonton Elks running back Justin Rankin is primed to jumpstart his season with a touchdown against the Ottawa Redblacks on Saturday night. Rankin is coming off an explosive breakout campaign, racking up 1,013 rushing yards (9 TDs) and 713 receiving yards (4 TDs). He historically shreds this Ottawa defence; in their first matchup last season, he exploded for 174 total yards and 2 touchdowns, followed by a 94-yard, 1-touchdown performance in their second meeting.