Handicapping in sports betting is the process of giving an advantage between two unequal teams or participants. Often, this is done via a point spread. However, when it comes to betting on baseball, there is no point spread available. Instead, it is done through money lines and run lines. Several factors go into handicapping baseball games. Who the starting pitcher is not the only factor when handicapping two baseball teams. However, it is the primary factor when deciding on an advantage between two teams. The team's offense, defensive prowess, and bullpen are also weighted, but not as much as the starting pitcher.