The United States is trotting Paul Skenes out on the mound vs Mexico tonight. Both teams sitting at 2-0 in pool play but they are world's apart entering this one.
There are pitch limits in this event (pitchers can't throw more than 65 pitches in pool play), and the USA starters aren't getting deep into games. Logan Webb went four innings in the first game, and Tarik Skubal only lasted three in his start. But, Mexico is throwing right-hander Manny Barreda as their starting pitcher and he's got just 2 ⅔ innings of MLB experience. That was back in 2021 for the Orioles.
Needless to say, I expect him to get tagged early and the USA pen is fully rested. Blood bath looming.
Bet: Team USA -3.5 (-120)
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