JD Bets played Will Warren over 4.5 strikeouts, citing both matchup and track record.
• Warren has cleared five punch-outs in 7 of his last 10 outings, including 5 Ks versus Cleveland – a club that ranks bottom-three in strikeout rate.
• Baltimore is striking out 9.4 times per game over the last ten and 9.9 per game at Camden Yards, putting them firmly in the bottom-ten against right-handed pitching.
• JD noted this is ‘probably the easiest lineup he’s faced all season’ from a strikeout perspective; the Orioles have only two everyday hitters above a .260 AVG versus righties since June 1.
• Weather is neutral (eight-mph breeze to left, no rain) so he is not worried about early delays.
• Warren’s pitch-count leash has been stable, logging 92, 94, and 96 pitches his last three starts, giving him plenty of opportunities to rack up Ks.
With the line at 4.5 and Baltimore’s whiff issues, JD is confident Warren can reach 5+ strikeouts before the Yankees turn it over to their bullpen.