The set-up: After getting swept in a two-game series in Japan by the Mariners to open the 2019 campaign, the A's are now 4-3 overall after yesterday's series opening victory over the Red Sox. Boston went 1-3 in its series opener in Seattle and it'll be playing with desperation as it looks to avoid another setback. With its ace on the mound, I look for Boston to get the job done here.

The pitchers: Chris Sale (0-1), gave up seven runs off six hits over three frames in a loss to Seattle on Thursday, striking out four and walking two. No need to hit the panic button this early yet obviously if your Sale fan.

The home side sends Mike Fiers (1-1) to the hill, who gave up four runs to Seattle in his first start, before recovering to give up one hit and no runs over six innings with two K's in a victory over the Angels in his second.

The pick: I think this is a fantastic price on Sale and the desperate Red Sox. Lay the price without a worry!

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