Podcast:RJ Bell's Dream Preview Published On: Tue Apr 15 2025 Description: Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Tuesday. MLB is in full swing and the guys are off to a hot start on the bases. Best bets as always. 📚 Summary (0:02 - 2:06) Pod Opening & Records: Munaf opens the pod, welcomes Griffin, and recaps their season records: Munaf 4-1, Griffin 2-0. Griffin jokes about golf playoffs vs. extra innings. (2:06 - 3:43) Season Outlook: Discussion on maintaining strong early-season handicapping, approaching the six-month grind efficiently. (3:43 - 5:58) Diamondbacks vs Marlins: Merrill Kelly is discussed as a pitcher with shaky control but upside. Arizona's defensive issues and Miami’s lack of offensive intent are mentioned. Griffin leans under 8.5. (5:59 - 8:15) Merrill Kelly Stats: Munaf details Kelly’s 3-game performance and compares offenses in NL West. Gillespie’s effectiveness also gets brief praise. (8:15 - 10:10) Mariners vs Reds: Griffin and Munaf both back the under, citing weather (53°F) and two quality starters – Castillo and Lodolo. (10:11 - 12:02) Reds Pitching Praise: Munaf highlights Lodolo’s elite early numbers (0.96 ERA, 0.70 WHIP) vs Castillo’s 2.12 ERA. (12:03 - 13:41) Nationals vs Pirates: Keller is seen as erratic but has upside. Irvin's poor 2023 finish noted. Cold Pittsburgh weather might keep scoring down. (13:42 - 15:43) Irvin Historical Stats: Munaf notes Irvin’s 6 ER game last year vs. Pirates; Pirates’ offensive inconsistency keeps bet lean unclear. (15:45 - 17:10) Giants vs Phillies: Verlander is criticized for showing his age. Griffin praises Phillies’ opportunity to bounce back at home. (17:11 - 19:05) Verlander Decline: Munaf notes his high ER and fading stamina. Lizardo praised: 1.50 ERA, solid vs Braves. (19:05 - 20:46) Guardians vs Orioles: Charlie Morton is fading; Griffin prefers the Guardians for their contact hitting and consistent fundamentals. (20:47 - 22:25) Guardians Potential: Munaf questions if they can exploit Morton’s decline. Griffin says yes – Morton shouldn’t be in rotation. (22:26 - 25:51) Red Sox vs Rays: Pepiot backed against the volatile Red Sox. Munaf leans over 8.5 due to both pitchers’ walk rates. (25:51 - 28:51) Royals vs Yankees: Munaf supports Yankees run line. Griffin notes Royals offensive ineptitude and concerns about bullpen usage. (28:53 - 30:35) Braves vs Blue Jays: Praise for Schwellenbach’s incredible start. Caution over Gausman’s declining stuff. Lean to Braves. (30:35 - 32:20) Braves Pitching Dominance: Schwellenbach: 20 IP, 1 ER, 0.65 WHIP. First-five betting angle highlighted. (32:20 - 34:27) A’s vs White Sox: White Sox heavily faded; Jeffrey Springs praised. Munaf leans A’s team total due to Sean Burke’s poor outings. (34:28 - 37:12) Tigers vs Brewers: Quinn Priester’s walk-prone tendencies discussed. Flaherty’s elite form (0 ER vs Yankees) makes Tigers a lean. (37:13 - 41:01) Astros vs Cardinals: Lean early on Astros due to Hunter Brown's edge over Fetty, though bullpen concerns loom. (41:02 - 46:37) Promo Segment: MLB contest and subscription offer details – promo code “STRIKE50” discussed for discounts. (46:39 - 50:12) Angels vs Rangers: Corbin Day! Both pitchers have control issues. Munaf backs Angels team total and game over. (50:13 - 54:57) Cubs vs Padres: Imanaga's consistent form vs Vasquez’s wildness. Under and Cubs lean. (54:57 - 57:08) Rockies vs Dodgers: Rockies can't score; Feltner expected to struggle. Dodgers run line and team total over locked in. (57:09 - 59:30) Best Bets: Griffin – Rays ML (-125); Munaf – Yankees RL (+110). (59:31 - End) Closing Remarks: Reminder to use “STRIKE50” promo code, tease for next pod episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices