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    August 22 Ganchalysis

    Mets 61% - The Mets should have a strong edge here, even though their edge in starting pitching is not as great as it might seem. They should still have a solid lineup advantage, and with a strong bullpen, they are not likely to blow the lead they are likely to get.

    Toronto 62% - The inner turmoil of Toronto probably won't have an immediate negative effect on them. They will enjoy a solid edge in starting pitching for this game. Brad Halsey is particularly ill-suited to the circumstances of this game, and he will likely have a mediocre outing at best. Unless Burnett gets hit hard, which is a possibility, but still unlikely, Toronto will have a strong overall edge.

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    Angels 67% - Boston is in a bad tailspin right now, and it will be compounded for this game by the injury to Manny Ramirez, and the fact that they will have to go with a spot starter. On the other side, the Angels will have their capable lineup and deep bullpen rested after a day off. Furthermore, Angels' starter Joe Saunders has been very effective at home against some quality lineups, and his success in the majors is not likely a fluke, as he was very good in the minors this year as well. With edges in all areas of the game, playing at home, and in a current state of positive momentum versus the negative momentum of Boston, the Angels rate a strong edge overall in this game.

    San Francisco 56% - Brandon Webb may return to his elite form at some time this season, and it may be tonight, but there are some signs that are very concerning. He has had late-season troubles at times before, and he had arm soreness a while ago that may still be affecting him. Matt Cain has been very good at home of late, and the Arizona lineup does not pose a great challenge. In light of this, San Francisco rates a modest overall edge.

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