Updated Projections - 53 of 162

The one that got away

Composition of Projections:

2023 Actuals: 32.7%

Preseason Projections: 67.3%

Season Projections

Yesterday was a tough loss, but Altuve is back.

J.P. France held his own. Not great, but serviceable. Now it’s Bielak’s turn.

Astros 162

Click on the image for Episode 53.

Bullpen Usage

Three high-leverage relievers used in a loss.

Today’s Pitching Matchup

Joe Ryan is tough. Let’s hope Bielak can match him.

K Prop

If you’ve been following long enough, you know by now that I’m not going to bet on Bielak with only 3 plate appearances against Twins. Market is at 4.5.

Odds

Astros -104 seems dicey to me with the Astros bullpen situation. One alternative is Astros F5 +114.

Projected Standings

Post Memorial Day projected standings. June 1 (Thursday) begins a 60-day stretch where things begin to firm up.

May not mean anything note of the day

Opponents are batting at least .318 on Brandon Bielak’s 4-Seamer (.371), Sinker (.318) and Slider (.333).

Thanks for reading!