On Thursday, August 7, MLB enthusiasts have a four-game slate to consider, focusing primarily on the evening contests. The matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates features standout pitcher Paul Skenes, who is aiming to rebound after a less-than-stellar outing. Despite allowing four runs last time, his previous five starts showed an impressive 0.67 ERA and high strikeout rate. The Reds, however, have struggled offensively, scoring over three runs just once in their last five games. Skenes' home performance is compelling, with a 1.87 ERA in 62.2 innings.

In the other game, the Atlanta Braves face the Miami Marlins with Eury Perez on the mound for the Marlins. Perez has been dominant recently, maintaining a 1.06 ERA in his last six starts. On the flip side, Carlos Carrasco, now with the Braves, has found his form after a rough start to the season. Atlanta's offense has been steady, scoring at least four runs in five of their last nine games. These matchups provide several betting opportunities, especially given the current trends of these pitchers and their respective teams.