DAILY MATCHUPS: Burnes is rocking into the 2H

Today's Overview/Schedule/Weather: We have our first nearly full slate of action since the All-Star break with 14 games on the schedule (the Twins and Tigers have the day off). The day's first game starts at 6:40 pmEST between the Cardinals and Reds. There do not appear to be any significant weather issues to be concerned with besides some hot weather across the country which could result in a lot of offense. 

 

Notable Starts:

Corbin Burnes leads the aces on tonight’s slate with a Matchup rating of 3.1 versus the Rockies. Burnes's ranking is justified as he has been exceptional this season, including five straight quality starts and 44 strikeouts over 35 innings. Burnes has a 24.8% K-BB over his last five starts with a 63.8% contact...

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