Charlie Morton (BAL) Over 2.5 Hits Allowed (-588)
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Charlie Morton's performance data strongly supports the bet for Over 2.5 in the Pitcher Hits Allowed market. His last five games show an average of 6.2 hits allowed overall and 5 hits allowed when playing away. These averages are well above the line of 2.5, indicating a pattern of allowing more hits. Furthermore, his innings pitched (IP) averages are below 6, suggesting he often doesn't play deep into games, increasing the chance of allowing more hits. Additionally, his current hit streak stands at 12 overall and 4 away, reinforcing the trend of allowing hits. Even when considering his performance against the specific opponent, the Detroit Tigers, Morton's average hits allowed is 4, still above the line. Thus, the statistical evidence points towards Morton allowing over 2.5 hits in the upcoming game.