DAILY MATCHUPS: Smyly set to surprise

Today's Overview/Schedule/Weather: There are 15 games on today’s docket. Weather in Minneapolis (SFG@MIN) could cause a delay or postponement, and even if they play through rain, 10+ mph winds are expected. Similar wind speeds are expected in Kansas City, too (SDP@KCR). 

 

Notable Starts: 

Drew Smyly might not have the best matchup rating today, but he’s set up to feast. Since the All-Star break, Brewers hitters continue to struggle versus LHP, ranking in the Bottom 3 in MLB in strikeout rate, OPS, wOBA, and wRC+ since July 21. Smyly has also improved his HR/9 rate over the last 30 days (28 IP): 0.96 HR/9 versus 1.30 HR/9 this season. 

Jordan Montgomery has a positive matchup rating, but today’s opponent could offer...

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