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Latest Picks and Predictions

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Cleveland Guardians vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions October 5th 2024

Guardians bracing for white-hot Tigers in ALDS From Progressive Field in Cleveland, we have the Tigers and Guardians facing off in an AL Central matchup. Today’s game is being televised on TBS, and the Guardians are the betting favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -149. The Tigers have a line of +128 and will be looking to pull off the upset to snap a two-game losing streak. The over/under line for Saturday’s game
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La Dodgers vs San Diego Padres Picks and Predictions October 5th 2024

Shohei Ohtani primed for playoff debut in Dodgers-Padres NLDS At 8:38 PM ET, the Padres and Dodgers face off in an NL West matchup. This one is taking place at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, and the Dodgers are the slight favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -137 compared to the Padres at +118. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs. FS1 will be televising this game, and the Dodgers are
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Ny Yankees vs Kansas City Royals Picks and Predictions October 5th 2024

Royals, Yankees set to rekindle playoff rivalry At 6:38 PM ET, the Royals and Yankees face off in an AL matchup. This one is taking place at Yankee Stadium in New York, and the Royals have an overall record of 86-76, while the Yankees are 94-68. Michael Wacha is starting for the Royals, while the Yankees are going with Gerrit Cole. New York is the heavy favorite on the money line, with the odds sitting
Milwaukee Brewers vs Ny Mets Mets Picks and Predictions October 3rd 2024

Milwaukee Brewers vs Ny Mets Mets Picks and Predictions October 3rd 2024

Thursday’s matchup between the Mets and Brewers has a first pitch of 7:08 PM ET from American Family Field in Milwaukee. The Brewers are the slight favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -121, while the Mets are at +104. The over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs. The Brewers will be sending Tobias Myers to the mound, while the Mets are starting Jose Quintana. New York is 2nd in the NL
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Houston Astros vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions October 2nd 2024

Yordan Alvarez, Astros attempt to even series vs. Tigers From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the Tigers and Astros facing off in an AL matchup. This one is getting started at 2:32 PM ET, and ABC is carrying it on TV. The Astros are favored on the money line, as their odds are at -148 compared to the Tigers at +126. Tuesday’s pitching matchup is Tarik Skubal for the Tigers and Framber Valdez
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Baltimore Orioles vs Kansas City Royals Picks and Predictions October 2nd 2024

Zach Eflin eager to face Royals, keep Orioles’ season alive The over/under line for Wednesday’s Royals vs. Orioles matchup is currently at 7.5 runs, with the under paying out at -111 compared to -110 for the over. Baltimore is the favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -158, while the Royals are +134. First pitch for this one is set for 4:38 PM ET from Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore,
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Milwaukee Brewers vs Ny Mets Picks and Predictions October 2nd 2024

Brewers turn to Frankie Montas to save season vs. Mets Wednesday’s matchup between the Mets and Brewers is set for 7:38 PM ET from American Family Field in Milwaukee. The Mets are 89-73 and are 2nd in the NL East, while the Brewers are 93-69 and are 1st in the NL Central. Sean Manaea will start for the Mets, while the Brewers are sending Frankie Montas to the mound. On the money line, the Mets
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San Diego Padres vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Predictions October 2nd 2024

Max Fried, Braves look to extend series vs. Padres Joe Musgrove and the Padres (93-69) will host the Braves (89-73) at PETCO Park in San Diego, and the Padres are favored on the money line (-123). The over/under line is currently at 6.5 runs, and ESPN2 will be televising this NL matchup. Max Fried will be starting for the Braves, who are 3rd in the NL East. Musgrove is 11-9 this season, while Fried has
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San Diego Padres vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Predictions October 1st 2024

Braves, after clinching at last chance, open playoffs in San Diego The stage is set for an exciting National League (NL) Wild Card series as the San Diego Padres host the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Both teams enter the postseason with contrasting storylines—San Diego has solidified its pitching strategy, while Atlanta faces uncertainty after barely clinching their playoff spot. Here’s an in-depth look at the key dynamics of this highly anticipated matchup. Padres Secure
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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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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.

 

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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