Joe Jensen posted a modest profit on Tuesday’s MLB card, finishing with a +0.6 unit result on a 4-3 record for April 21, 2026. The handicapper’s slate featured seven graded plays ranging from one to three units, with wins on four selections offsetting three losses to secure a positive close to the evening.
Jays at Angels
Jensen’s 2-unit play on the Toronto Blue Jays (-126) delivered in game two of the series, with Toronto holding on for a 4-2 victory in Anaheim. Won. The Blue Jays broke through with a three-run eighth inning highlighted by Lenyn Sosa’s pinch-hit, two-run double, erasing a 1-0 deficit. The game remained scoreless through four frames before the Angels grabbed a 1-0 lead in the fifth. Toronto answered with a run in the sixth to tie it, then seized control in the eighth. Reliever Louis Varland earned the save despite closer Jeff Hoffman’s struggles, inducing a game-ending double play after Hoffman loaded the bases and allowed a run in the ninth. Eloy Jimenez drove in two runs for the Jays, while Ernie Clement contributed two hits including a double. The win gave Toronto its second consecutive victory in the series after a 5-2 triumph the previous night.
Reds at Rays
The Cincinnati Reds (-112) cruised to a dominant 12-6 victory over Tampa Bay in the second game of their series, cashing Jensen’s 2-unit wager. Won. Elly De La Cruz put on a show with two home runs and five RBI, going 3-for-6 with a stolen base. The Reds jumped ahead 2-0 in the first on De La Cruz’s two-run blast and never trailed, building a 9-0 advantage before the Rays mounted a late rally. Rookie Sal Stewart added three RBI to reach 24 on the season as Cincinnati launched five home runs total. The Reds scored in bunches with a four-run sixth inning extending the lead to 9-2, and De La Cruz capped the scoring with a solo shot in the ninth to make it 12-2 before Tampa Bay added four in the bottom of the frame. Jonathan Aranda homered and drove in three for the Rays, but it was far too little against Cincinnati’s offensive onslaught. The win marked Cincinnati’s second straight over Tampa Bay after a 6-1 victory the night before.
Brewers at Tigers
Jensen’s 2-unit backing of the Detroit Tigers (-118) in the series opener against Milwaukee resulted in a lopsided loss as the Brewers rolled 12-4. Lost. After correctly backing the Tigers in their previous contest, this represented a chance to stay with Detroit, but the home side was overwhelmed. The game stayed close early with Milwaukee leading just 3-1 through four innings, but the Brewers pulled away with two runs in the seventh and a devastating seven-run eighth inning that blew the game open. David Hamilton led Milwaukee’s attack with four hits and two runs scored, while Brice Turang drove in four. Detroit managed just four runs despite a late three-run ninth inning rally that came far too late to matter. The Tigers had dropped their previous game 8-6 in Boston and showed no signs of recovery in this opener.
Cardinals at Marlins
The Miami Marlins (-120) couldn’t deliver for Jensen’s 2-unit play in game two of the series, falling 5-3 to St. Louis. Lost. After winning a bet on the Marlins in the series opener, Jensen returned to Miami but watched the Cardinals even the series. Nathan Church’s two-run homer and Alec Burleson’s two RBI powered St. Louis, while starter Dustin May (3-2) allowed just one run through 5.1 innings despite surrendering a leadoff home run to Jakob Marsee. The Cardinals built a 5-1 lead through five innings before Miami mounted a late rally. The Marlins loaded the bases with two outs in the eighth and scored twice on Heriberto Hernandez’s single to cut the deficit to 5-3, but couldn’t complete the comeback. Marsee finished 3-for-4 with a homer and RBI for Miami, but the offensive support came too late to back the pitching staff.
Yankees at Sox
Jensen’s 2-unit play on the Boston Red Sox (-126) in the series opener was shut down as the New York Yankees blanked Boston 4-0. Lost. Giancarlo Stanton dominated with a solo homer in the second inning and a two-run double in the sixth, accounting for the first three runs and all the offense starter Luis Gil needed. Gil (1-1) picked up his first win of the season, holding the Red Sox to minimal offense throughout his outing. Boston managed just four hits and never threatened, with Ceddanne Rafaela’s single representing one of the few bright spots. The Yankees extended their winning streak to four games while the Red Sox continued to struggle despite coming off an 8-6 victory over Detroit in their previous contest. Stanton’s 2-for-4 performance with three RBI was the difference in a game that stayed scoreless through the first inning before New York seized control.
Orioles at Royals
Kansas City (-131) delivered a dramatic 6-5 walk-off victory over Baltimore in game two of the series, cashing Jensen’s 1-unit play. Won. After losing a bet on the Royals in the series opener, this represented redemption as Maikel Garcia raced home on a game-ending wild pitch in the ninth inning to snap Kansas City’s eight-game losing streak. The Royals trailed 5-4 entering the bottom of the ninth before rallying against Ryan Helsley (0-2), who uncorked two wild pitches with runners on base. Michael Massey powered Kansas City’s offense with a homer, double, and two RBI, while Kyle Isbel added three hits including two doubles. Baltimore’s Coby Mayo homered and drove in three, and Adley Rutschman went deep with two RBI, but the Orioles couldn’t hold the late lead. The wild finish gave Kansas City its first win after a prolonged skid.
Phillies at Cubs
Jensen’s largest play of the night, a 3-unit wager on the Chicago Cubs (-122), cashed comfortably as the Cubs extended their winning streak to seven games with a 7-4 victory over Philadelphia in game two of the series. Won. After winning a bet on Chicago in the series opener, Jensen stayed with the Cubs and was rewarded. Shota Imanaga dominated through seven innings of three-hit ball in his fourth consecutive sharp start, while the Cubs’ offense exploded for seven runs. Nico Hoerner hit a solo homer and Seiya Suzuki followed with a two-run blast in the seventh inning to break the game open. Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its seven-game winning streak, the team’s longest since an eight-game run in July 2023. The game remained scoreless through three innings before the Cubs grabbed a 1-0 lead in the fifth. Philadelphia’s Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber both homered, but the Phillies couldn’t keep pace with Chicago’s balanced attack. Michael Busch added two RBI for the Cubs in the decisive victory.
Beer Money & Parlay Plays
Jensen’s side plays went 1-3 on the night, with these lean recommendations carrying no unit assignments.
Athletics at Mariners
The Seattle Mariners (-163) fell 5-2 to the Athletics in a disappointing home loss. Lost. Oakland controlled the game throughout, handing Seattle a setback despite the Mariners being heavy favorites.
Astros at Guardians
Cleveland (-149) delivered an 8-5 victory over Houston, providing the lone winner among the side plays. Won. The Guardians pulled away from the Astros to cash the lean recommendation.
Braves at Nationals
Atlanta (-143) was routed 11-4 in Washington, suffering a lopsided road defeat. Lost. The Nationals dominated from start to finish, handing the Braves a decisive loss.
Twins at Mets
The New York Mets (-186) couldn’t hold serve at home, falling 5-3 to Minnesota. Lost. Despite being heavy favorites, the Mets dropped the contest to the visiting Twins.
Jensen’s Tuesday card featured a mix of blowouts and close finishes, with the 3-unit Cubs play serving as the anchor that helped secure the positive unit result. The handicapper’s ability to navigate a split card and finish in the black came down to proper unit allocation, with the largest wager connecting while smaller plays absorbed the losses. The dramatic Royals walk-off and dominant Reds performance provided highlight wins, while the Tigers and Red Sox selections faced difficult nights against superior opponents.
