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St. Louis Cardinals VS Cincinnati Reds
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Reds go for series win vs. Cardinals in bid to close NL wild-card gap The Cincinnati Reds know they face a tough road to potentially get into the playoffs. They sit six games behind Arizona in the National League wild-card race, as the Diamondbacks hold the final spot, with five other teams between them. But with three straight wins and

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Kansas City Royals VS Detroit Tigers
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Kansas City Royals vs Detroit Tigers Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Kansas City Royals (43-62) visit the Detroit Tigers (50-54) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Comerica Park. The scheduled first pitch is 1:10 PM ET. Michael Wacha is listed for the road club, while Casey Mize is the home-side assignment. The central betting question

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Arizona Diamondbacks VS Washington Nationals
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Arizona Diamondbacks vs Washington Nationals Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Arizona Diamondbacks (55-49) visit the Washington Nationals (52-52) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Nationals Park. The scheduled first pitch is 4:05 PM ET. Mitch Bratt is listed for the road club, while Foster Griffin is the home-side assignment. The central

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Los Angeles Angels VS San Francisco Giants
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Los Angeles Angels vs San Francisco Giants Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Los Angeles Angels (41-63) visit the San Francisco Giants (43-60) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Oracle Park. The scheduled first pitch is 4:05 PM ET. Ryan Johnson is listed for the road club, while Robbie Ray is the

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San Diego Padres VS Miami Marlins
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San Diego Padres vs Miami Marlins Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The San Diego Padres (51-53) visit the Miami Marlins (52-52) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at loanDepot park. The scheduled first pitch is 4:10 PM ET. JP Sears is listed for the road club, while Eury Pérez is the home-side assignment.

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Toronto Blue Jays VS Boston Red Sox
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Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Toronto Blue Jays (47-57) visit the Boston Red Sox (53-49) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Fenway Park. The scheduled first pitch is 4:10 PM ET. Dylan Cease is listed for the road club, while Sonny Gray is the

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New York Yankees VS Philadelphia Phillies
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New York Yankees vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The New York Yankees (58-45) visit the Philadelphia Phillies (56-48) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park. The scheduled first pitch is 6:05 PM ET. Ryan Weathers is listed for the road club, while the home starter had not

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Cleveland Guardians VS Tampa Bay Rays
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Cleveland Guardians vs Tampa Bay Rays Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Cleveland Guardians (54-51) visit the Tampa Bay Rays (60-43) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Tropicana Field. The scheduled first pitch is 6:10 PM ET. Tanner Bibee is listed for the road club, while Nick Martinez is the home-side assignment.

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Chicago Cubs VS Pittsburgh Pirates
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Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks, Predictions and Odds: Which part of the matchup deserves the most weight? The Chicago Cubs (58-45) visit the Pittsburgh Pirates (53-51) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at PNC Park. The scheduled first pitch is 6:40 PM ET. Shota Imanaga is listed for the road club, while Paul Skenes is the home-side assignment. The central

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Follow MLB Teams Weekly with the Best Chances of Winning

The 2026 MLB season is packed with thrilling matchups that will shape the journey to the postseason. Keep up with the top teams and their chances to dominate each week as the competition heats up.

Below is an overview of key MLB dates for the 2026 season, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the action. Get ready for an exciting season of baseball and stay tuned for the most important games on the road to October!

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The Starter tier grants access to a limited number of picks as well as consensus betting data. Starter Plus, Classic, and Premium grant access to more and more picks from our expert handicappers. 

Alternatively, you can purchase picks directly from a handicapper for a fixed price!

We definitely would recommend the Classic package, as it unlocks almost all parts of our service offering, and gives you expert MLB picks every day. 

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.

 

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:

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. 

Texas Rangers

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Texas Rangers Game Odds

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Seattle Mariners Game Odds

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+1.50 -185

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-1.50 +152

o+7.50-120

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u+7.50-102

-106

Moneyline

-110

St. Louis Cardinals

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Cincinnati Reds

St. Louis Cardinals Game Odds

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Cincinnati Reds Game Odds

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+1.50 -200

Spread

-1.50 +164

o+8.50-110

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u+8.50-110

-118

Moneyline

+100

New York Mets

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Los Angeles Dodgers

New York Mets Game Odds

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Los Angeles Dodgers Game Odds

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+1.50 -141

Spread

-1.50 +116

o+8.00-115

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u+8.00-105

+126

Moneyline

-147

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. 

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