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Texas Rangers vs Seattle Mariners Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Texas Rangers vs Seattle Mariners Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

From Globe Life Field in Arlington, we have the Mariners and Rangers facing off in an AL West matchup. This one gets started at 8:05 PM ET and is being televised by BSSW. On the money line, the Mariners are the slight favorite, with their line sitting at -102 compared to the Rangers at -116. The over/under line is currently at 7 runs, and Jacob deGrom is starting for the Rangers, while the Mariners are
Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, we have the Pirates and Reds facing off in an NL Central matchup. The money line odds have the Reds favored at -124, while the Pirates are sitting at +105. The over/under line is at 9 runs, and SN PT is carrying this game on TV. First pitch for Friday’s matchup is set for 6:40 PM ET. Nick Martinez gets the start for the Reds, and he will
Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

First pitch for Friday night’s matchup between the Blue Jays and Rays is set for 6:50 PM ET from Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. Toronto is 73-80 and they are 5th in the AL East, while the Rays are 75-78 and are 4th in the AL East. The money line odds have the Blue Jays at -105 compared to the Rays at -114, and the over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs. SNET will
Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

David Festa gets the start for the Twins on Friday, and he will be facing off against Richard Fitts for the Red Sox. Minnesota is favored on the money line (-115), and the over/under line is currently at 9 runs. First pitch from Fenway Park is set for 7:10 PM ET, and BSN will be televising the game. The Twins are currently on a two-game losing streak, and they are 80-73, while the Red Sox
Baltimore Orioles vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Baltimore Orioles vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions September 20th 2024

Corbin Burnes and the Orioles (85-68) are the heavy favorites heading into Friday’s matchup vs. the Tigers, with the money line odds sitting at -199. Detroit comes in with a record of 80-73 and they are 3rd in the AL Central. The over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs. Keider Montero is starting for the Tigers, who are currently on a four-game winning streak. APLTV will be televising Friday’s Tigers vs. Orioles matchup, and the
Cincinnati Reds vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

Cincinnati Reds vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

Thursday’s Braves vs. Reds matchup has a first pitch set for 1:10 PM ET from Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The forecast looks good for the game, with temperatures in the mid to upper 60s and partly cloudy skies. Chris Sale gets the start for the Braves, and he is facing off against Julian Aguiar. Atlanta is 82-70 and 3rd in the NL East, while the Reds are 4th in the NL Central with
Cleveland Guardians vs Minnesota Twins

Cleveland Guardians vs Minnesota Twins Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

Thursday’s Twins vs. Guardians game has a first pitch set for 1:10 PM ET from Progressive Field in Cleveland. The Guardians are 88-65 and are starting Joey Cantillo, while the Twins are starting Simeon Woods Richardson and are 80-72. BSN will be televising Thursday’s Twins vs. Guardians matchup, and the Guardians are the slight favorite on the money line, with the odds sitting at -114 compared to the Twins at -104. The over/under line is
Texas Rangers vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

Texas Rangers vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

From Globe Life Field in Arlington, we have the Blue Jays and Rangers facing off in an AL matchup. Thursday’s matchup has a start time of 2:35 PM ET. BSSW is carrying the Rangers on the local TV side, and they are the slight money line favorite (-112). The over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs, and Toronto will be looking to end a two-game losing streak. They are 72-80 and 5th in the AL
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Baltimore Orioles vs San Francisco Giants Picks and Predictions September 19th 2024

Orioles Look to Avoid Sweep Against Giants as Offense Struggles Continue The Baltimore Orioles are desperate to avoid a three-game sweep as they face the San Francisco Giants in the series finale on Thursday afternoon. The Orioles (84-68), once firmly in playoff contention, have struggled mightily in recent weeks and find themselves slipping out of the race. San Francisco (74-78), out of postseason contention themselves, have played spoiler on their current road trip, taking the
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Free MLB Picks for Today

During the regular baseball season, there are a total of 2,430 games played. Not every game is a pulse-pounding, bottom of the ninth comeback story, but there are quite a few that have a lot of betting potential. 

Here are some of the free picks for MLB games happening today. 

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How to Choose a Handicapper: What to Look For in a Professional


When you’re trying to choose a baseball handicapper to follow, you should consider a few things. First and foremost, obviously, is their performance. But, more than that, you should look at the types of wagers they excel at, and the volume at which they are betting. 

Use these considerations to help you identify a handicapper that’s right for you!

Track Record and Transparency

. Look for a handicapper with a proven track record of success. Check if they provide detailed past results and are transparent about both wins and losses. Consistent long-term success is a key indicator of reliability.

Focus on Specific Betting Markets

Some handicappers excel in specific betting markets (e.g., moneyline, totals, run lines, or props). Choose a handicapper whose expertise aligns with the types of bets you prefer or want to explore.

Analysis Over Hype

Avoid handicappers who rely on hype or emotional selling. Instead, look for those who provide in-depth, data-driven analysis of games, explaining their rationale behind each pick.

Consistent Betting Strategy

Follow a handicapper with a disciplined, consistent betting strategy. Handicappers who stick to a defined bankroll management system and avoid chasing losses are more likely to succeed long-term.

Customer Reviews and Reputation

Read reviews and testimonials from other bettors to gauge the reputation of the handicapper. Choose someone who has a strong reputation for reliability, honesty, and expertise within the betting community.

 

Our Best MLB Handicappers

SAS has a team of talented baseball handicappers working up picks for every game of the season. In the Leaderboard tab, you can see which handicappers are leading the pack. 

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For more in-depth analysis of each handicapper, you can visit their profile to see which wagers they’ve won and lost. Here’s a look at just the baseball stats for Mario Deluca, one of our handicappers. 

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As you can see, he primarily wagers on the moneyline for MLB games and out of 38 wagers, he’s won 25 of them. That means Mario has a 65.7% win rate for MLB moneylines, which is better than his 50% win rate for spreads and 60% win rate for totals wagers. 

Overall, Mario has a 62.9% win rate for his MLB wagers in the past 30 days. 

Sniper Wes is another MLB handicapper who has seen success. His stats are below. 

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Wes has wagered more in spreads for baseball than Mario, and has a 56.8% win rate for his spread wagers. Compare this to his 72% moneyline win rate and 53.5% totals win rate. 

Overall, though, Wes has a similar win rate to Mario, at 60%. 

How Handicappers Find MLB Value

Handicappers spend a lot of time doing research on team/player performance and evaluating the odds sportsbooks have set. Our handicappers use a robust set of statistics and data to inform their picks. Here’s a bit more detail:

Advanced Statistics

Handicappers rely on key stats like FIP (Fielding Independent Pitching), wOBA (Weighted On-Base Average), and BABIP (Batting Average on Balls in Play) to gauge a team or player’s true performance, stripping away the noise of luck or variance.

Starting Pitcher Analysis

The performance of the starting pitcher plays a crucial role in MLB betting. Handicappers look at pitcher splits (home vs. away, day vs. night), recent form, pitch count, and pitch velocity to determine their effectiveness.

Bullpen Strength

MLB games often come down to bullpen performance. Handicappers analyze bullpen ERA, WHIP, fatigue, and the availability of key relievers when assessing a team’s chances late in games.

Line Movement and Public Betting

Observing how betting lines shift and tracking where public money is going can help find value. When the betting line moves contrary to public opinion, it may indicate sharp action, which professional bettors use to spot hidden value.

Recent Trends and Streaks

Hot streaks (both for individual players and teams) can influence betting odds. Handicappers look at recent form and trends to gauge whether they are based on sustainable factors or temporary luck.

MLB Picks Consensus

Some of the most helpful information you’ll gain access too with our premium subscription is MLB consensus data. 

Our consensus data is culled from numerous partner sportsbooks, and it helps us identify where the sharp money is betting. Here’s a look at the consensus for a Braves vs Reds game:

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As you can see, the Braves are favored by the public to cover the spread. The over/under is a bit closer, with the public slightly favoring the under. 

When we get to the moneyline, it’s clear where the sharp money is at. The Braves are favored by both the public and the sharp bettors, making it an optimal wager. 

The consensus data is pulled together for each game into charts like the one above, and it’s much easier to see and access than if you were to compile this data yourself. Our proprietary algorithm pulls this data real time, so you can see how the money shifts as games draw near. 

MLB Odds and Prices

The final element of the SAS membership that MLB bettors can benefit from is the odds and prices on games. When you’re logged in, select Scores and Odds from the menu on the side to access data for all current games. 

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Our data is pulled from our partner sportsbooks and averaged to show you the current odds on spreads, totals, and moneylines. This way, you don’t have to click back and forth from SAS and your sportsbook to check the odds on each game. 

The Scores and Odds feature is available for all memberships, free and paid. 

Take Your MLB Betting to the Next Level

In the past month, some of our best handicappers have made more than $1,000 betting on the MLB. With their picks and advice, you can do the same! Don’t spend your time worrying over which wagers are worth taking. Trust our experienced bettors and start making money with expert MLB picks today. 

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