The Diamondbacks' Ryne Nelson is one of the more underrated starting pitchers in the National League. Nelson posted a 3.34 ERA with one home run and 2.4 walks allowed per nine innings last season. He has a solid 1.18 WHIP this season but an unlucky 5.79 ERA, with a 0% strand rate, as all 11 baserunners he has allowed have come in to score. His fastball is up this season. Nelson won't have to worry about Mets superstar outfielder Juan Soto. He is on the injured list due to a calf injury. Mets starting pitcher lefty David Peterson was mediocre last season with a 4.22 ERA. He has been mediocre this season, going 0-1 with a 4.66 ERA. The Diamondbacks are 2-0 against southpaw starters this season. Take the Diamondbacks.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on April 08, 2026 at 11:22AM ET.
MLB
Arizona at New York
April 8, 2026
4:10 PM Eastern
1.5 units on Arizona +120 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 3.3)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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