William Burns Handicapper Reviews & Picks

Bryce Elder (1-1, 4.79 ERA) and Yu Darvish (3-1, 2.43 ERA) are the projected starters for tonight’s game. If one just looked at that, they’d probably just assume that Darvish is the stronger pitcher. That might be true, as he’s been great over the course of his career. However, I think that the Braves could really get to him here today. Atlanta is on the verge of breaking out and going on a massive win streak. They are an excellent hitting team and Elder is no joke either on the bump. Yes, he’s got a slightly inflated ERA at the moment. But, he’s a very capable starter. Atlanta wins this game at home here today. 

Score Prediction: 6-1 Braves.

While the Diamondbacks have really struggled in this series so far, I don’t see them losing the final game of this series. Jordan Montgomery (2-2, 4.77 ERA) is the expected starter, and he hasn’t been all that great to begin the season. However, we all know what he is capable of after last season with the Texas Rangers. Arizona was also able to get some runs last night even in the loss. That should build a bit of confidence after being shutout in game one. Matt Manning (0-1, 4.37 ERA) is the Tigers starter today. He hasn’t been all that great either in his first four starts. Look for the DBacks to jump all over him here today. Lay the small money line price. 

Score Prediction: 9-4 DBacks.

As much respect I have for this Knicks squad, I simply don’t believe that they have it in them to beat this Pacers team in a must win game. Yes, they are the better overall seed. Yes, they’ve got home court. Yes, they might have OG Anunoby back for this game. However, Indiana looked better than ever in Game 6 and I find it hard to believe that they will lose this game. Having the ability to put up as many points as the Pacers are able to at ease is always helpful. The mid season addition of Pascal Siakam has really helped this team and he should be a massive factor again today. Josh Hart got hurt in Game 6 and I don’t think he’ll be 100%. Everyone is banged up for the Knicks and they are already so thin. Give me Indiana in Game 7. 

Score Prediction: 114-102 Pacers.

New York is really hot right now. Swinging the bats extremely well, I don’t see them losing this game to finish off the series, especially against a very poor White Sox side. The Yankees will have Carlos Rodón (4-2, 3.31 ERA) on the mound in this one. He’s been very effective so far and his stats prove that. On the other hand, Chris Flexen (2-3, 4.46 ERA) is expected to get the start. Considering he’s playing for one of the worst teams in baseball, his numbers aren’t bad. But, they aren’t good either. While the Yankees have been hot, the pitching has been stellar. Expect them to keep that up and for them to explode with another big game offensively. Play the -1.5 here today. 

Score Prediction: 8-2 Yankees

I’ve got Girona winning this game against Valencia on Sunday. The home side have been struggling massively to finish the season and have not looked all that strong all year. Yes, they’ve got 13 wins overall, but they have won a game since mid April (0-4-1 / w-l-d) in their last five. On the other hand Girona are looking to hang onto at least third place in La Liga. They probably won’t be able to jump Barcelona. But, Atletico Madrid are on their heels. They are a very solid football team that have won 23 games this year. I’ll gladly take them at 0.0 spread. 

Score Prediction: 2-0 Girona

Manchester United look to finish the season off strong. Yes, neither team really has anything to play for anymore, but the Red Devils always look to win. Entering this match, Brighton & Hove Albion still have a ton of injuries. Don’t get me wrong, Manchester United have some as well, but it’s been a rough season for the Seagulls in terms of having players fit. Even without a couple of their better players, United still have a bunch of talent. They’ve got the young guys who are up and coming sensations and you can expect them to get a bunch of playing time today. Brighton have struggled down the stretch. I don’t see them picking up a W here and that is why I’m taking the +0.5 goals with Manchester United on Sunday. 

Score Prediction: 2-1 Man U

As good as PSG has been this season, I'm extremely surprised that this line isn't bigger. Yes, Mbappé might not be in the lineup again. But, even without the superstar, who's expected to sign with Real Madrid this summer, I expect PSG to win this game comfortably to finish the season off. Paris have already won the league, which might have some say in this line. However, they are significantly better than their opponents and the 3-1 result in their last meeting proves that. Metz come into this match having lost each of it's last three games. Paris was able to win without Mbappé against Nice on Wednesday. Struggling now, and struggling all season, Metz will be in the "Relegation Playoff" no matter what happens in this match (barring a miracle.) Therefore, I expect the better team to come away victorious and officially be named French champions once again on Sunday in North-East France.

Score Prediction: 3-0 PSG.