Cincinnati @ San Diego Picks & Props

Ryan O'Hearn's batting average talent is projected to be in the 93rd percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. The Cincinnati Reds have just 1 same-handed RP in their bullpen, so Ryan O'Hearn can likely count on holding the platoon advantage against every reliever all game. The Cincinnati Reds outfield defense grades out as the 5th-worst among every team playing today.

When estimating his overall offensive skill, Jake Cronenworth ranks in the 83rd percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Jake Cronenworth may have an advantage against every reliever for the game's entirety, since the bullpen of the Cincinnati Reds only has 1 same-handed RP. The Cincinnati Reds outfield defense grades out as the 5th-worst among every team playing today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Tyler Stephenson in the 90th percentile when assessing his BABIP ability. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Compared to last year, Tyler Stephenson has improved his ability to hit the ball at a launch angle ideal for home runs, increasing his percentage of balls hit between 23° and 34° from 14% to 20.6% this season. Tyler Stephenson's 12% Barrel% (a reliable metric to study power) is in the 81st percentile this year. Tyler Stephenson's 94.8-mph exit velocity on flyballs (a reliable stat to evaluate power) is in the 83rd percentile this year.

Gavin Sheets is projected to bat 4th in the lineup in today's game. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Gavin Sheets will probably have an advantage against every reliever for the whole game, since the bullpen of the Cincinnati Reds only has 1 same-handed RP. The Cincinnati Reds outfield defense grades out as the 5th-worst among every team playing today. Gavin Sheets will benefit from the home field advantage in today's matchup, which figures to bolster all of his stats.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jackson Merrill in the 96th percentile as it relates to his batting average skill. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. The Cincinnati Reds have just 1 same-handed RP in their bullpen, so Jackson Merrill has a strong chance of holding the platoon advantage against every reliever all game. Jackson Merrill hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (39.5% — 94th percentile) and is fortunate to face MLB's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today. The Cincinnati Reds outfield defense grades out as the 5th-worst among every team playing today.

Ke'Bryan Hayes's batting average talent is projected to be in the 76th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Extreme flyball bats like Ke'Bryan Hayes usually hit better against extreme groundball pitchers like Nick Pivetta. Ke'Bryan Hayes's ability to hit the ball at a HR-maximizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) has increased from last year to this one, rising from 7.5% to 11.7%. Ke'Bryan Hayes has been unlucky this year, compiling a .273 wOBA despite the leading projection system (THE BAT X) estimating his true talent level to be .295 — a .022 deviation.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Sal Stewart in the 84th percentile when it comes to his batting average skill. The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Sal Stewart has been hot of late, compiling a a 40% Barrel% (a reliable stat to measure power) in the last week's worth of games. Sal Stewart has been hot in recent games, compiling a 97.8-mph average exit velocity over the past 7 days.

Austin Hays is penciled in 4th in the lineup in today's game. The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Austin Hays has seen a sizeable improvement in his exit velocity recently; just compare his 91.9-mph average in the past 14 days to his seasonal 89.4-mph average. Austin Hays has seen a substantial increase in his exit velocity on flyballs this season; just compare his 94.2-mph average to last season's 91.6-mph mark.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Matt McLain in the 90th percentile when it comes to his BABIP talent. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Matt McLain hits a high percentage of his flyballs to center field (39.6% — 95th percentile) and will have a big advantage facing baseball's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today. Over the last 14 days, Matt McLain has improved his Barrel% substantially, increasing it from his seasonal rate of 7.2% to 15.8%. Matt McLain has seen a substantial improvement in his exit velocity of late; just compare his 93.8-mph average in the past two weeks to his seasonal 88.6-mph EV.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Elly De La Cruz as the 2nd-best batter in Major League Baseball when assessing his BABIP skill. Elly De La Cruz is penciled in 3rd in the batting order in this matchup. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. The switch-hitting Elly De La Cruz will get to bat from his good side (0) today against Nick Pivetta. Elly De La Cruz hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (38.6% — 82nd percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards the game's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's game.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Manny Machado in the 95th percentile as it relates to his batting average skill. Manny Machado is projected to bat 3rd in the lineup in this matchup. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Batting from the opposite that Andrew Abbott throws from, Manny Machado will have the upper hand in today's game. Manny Machado hits a high percentage of his flyballs to center field (39.1% — 90th percentile) and is fortunate to face baseball's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Luis Arraez as the 5th-best hitter in the game when estimating his batting average ability. Luis Arraez is projected to hit 2nd in the batting order in this game. The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Luis Arraez has a good chance to have an advantage against every reliever from start to finish, since the bullpen of the Cincinnati Reds has just 1 same-handed RP.

Fernando Tatis Jr. projects as the 9th-best hitter in baseball, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Fernando Tatis Jr. is projected to bat 1st on the lineup card in this matchup. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Fernando Tatis Jr. will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Andrew Abbott today. Fernando Tatis Jr. hits a high percentage of his flyballs to center field (40.6% — 99th percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards MLB's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's matchup.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Ramon Laureano in the 87th percentile when assessing his overall offensive talent. Ramon Laureano is penciled in 5th on the lineup card in this matchup. The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Hitting from the opposite that Andrew Abbott throws from, Ramon Laureano will have an edge in today's game.

Noelvi Marte's batting average ability is projected to be in the 76th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Noelvi Marte has primarily hit in the back-half of the batting order this year (60% of the time), but he is penciled in 2nd in the lineup in this game. The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Noelvi Marte has seen a significant improvement in his exit velocity this season; just compare his 89-mph average to last year's 87-mph mark.

The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Hitting from the opposite that Andrew Abbott throws from, Elias Diaz will have an advantage in today's matchup. The Cincinnati Reds outfield defense grades out as the 5th-worst among every team playing today. Elias Diaz will possess the home field advantage in today's game, which figures to boost all of his stats.

TJ Friedl is projected to hit 1st in the batting order in this matchup. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. TJ Friedl will have the handedness advantage over Nick Pivetta today. TJ Friedl has been hot recently, raising his seasonal exit velocity of 87-mph to 93.3-mph over the last 7 days. Sporting a 1.47 K/BB rate this year, TJ Friedl has demonstrated strong plate discipline, grading out in the 90th percentile.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Gavin Lux in the 89th percentile when it comes to his BABIP skill. Gavin Lux is penciled in 5th on the lineup card today. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game. Gavin Lux will hold the platoon advantage against Nick Pivetta today. Gavin Lux hits a high percentage of his flyballs to center field (39.8% — 96th percentile) and is a great match for the park considering he'll be hitting towards baseball's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today.

The shallowest CF fences among all stadiums are found in Petco Park. As far as temperature and humidity go, the 4th-most suitable hitting weather on the schedule is expected for this game.