MLB Diamond Trends for Friday, August 19

Vince Akins Sports Betting Expert

SP Trend of the Day

Matchup: Boston Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles (MLBtv, 7:05 p.m. ET)

Jordan Lyles is 7-0 in his career when he struck out at least nine batters last start. 

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Choice Trend of the Day

Matchup: New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies (MLBtv, 7:05 p.m. ET)

The Phillies are 0-8 OU since April 30 when they were shutout last game.

Vince Akins

Vince Akins of SportsBook Breakers is an analytical-driven handicapper who had used statistical analysis and extensive sports expertise to drive over a decade of handicapping success. In recent seasons, Vince has demonstrated his handicapping success on Vegas Insider. He has earned the title of season money leader in the MLB, NFL and NCAAF in recent seasons at Vegas Inside, among a long list of documented accolades throughout the handicapping world. More from Vince Akins