Pittsburgh at Los Angeles

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been bad for so long it is hard for the oddsmakers to get action on them unless it is at an inflated price. What many forget is the Pirates were 51-44 last season through 95 games. They are an improved team, but faded late because they lack the required pitching depth to overcome injuries. The Dodgers have a strong punch in the heart of the lineup with Ethier, and Kemp, but the rest of the lineup can be pitched to. Eric bedard should have a big year, he is a quality pitcher with a pedigree and should finally be fully healthy, and pitched great in his Pirate debut. Dodgers just 2-7 behind Billingsley in an expected pitchers duel with a total of 6.5 or less. Play on Pittsburgh.