T.M. Selection: Rays/Marlins OVER (8*).

I have nothing negative to say about either Rays' starter Ryan Yabrough or Marlins' starter Pablo Lopez. Each is coming off a decent campaign from last year and both had efficient spring showings. This pick isn't based on the starting pitchers. This number is just a little too low and after yesterday's low-scoring 1-0 win for Tampa, everything points to this one being a much higher-scoring contest on Friday night. Because note, the Marlins have seen the total go over the number in eight of their last 11 interleague home games when the total in the contest is set between 7.5 and 8. The Rays have seen the total go over the number in 12 of their last 17 when playing with no days rest and off a shutout victory the day before. This number is low, the play is the over!

T.M. Prediction: 7-5 Rays.