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Chi. Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

From Wrigley Field in Chicago, we have the Reds and Cubs facing off in an NL Central matchup. This one is getting started at 3:20 PM ET, and BSOH is carrying it on TV. The Cubs are the slight favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at +104 compared to the Reds at -124. Today’s over/under line is at 7 runs, and the forecast calls for broken clouds and temperatures in the upper

Ny Yankees vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

From Yankee Stadium in New York, we have the Pirates and Yankees facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for this one is set for 3:05 PM ET, and YES will be televising the game. The Yankees are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -193 compared to the Pirates at +162. Sunday’s over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and Clarke Schmidt is starting for the Yankees, while the

Seattle Mariners vs Oakland Athletics Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

First pitch for Sunday’s matchup between the Athletics and Mariners is set for 3:10 PM ET from T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The Athletics are on a two-game losing streak and are 69-92 this season, putting them 4th in the AL West. Seattle is 2nd in the AL West with a record of 84-77 and they are the heavy favorites on the money line today at -172. NSPCA will be televising Sunday’s matchup, and Mitch Spence

Rays, Red Sox Playing for Pride in Season Finale The visiting Tampa Bay Rays will aim to complete a three-game sweep as they meet the Boston Red Sox in their regular season finale on Sunday. With both teams currently holding identical records of 80-81, the outcome of this game will decide who finishes third in the American League East. For both sides, it’s about ending a disappointing season on a positive note. Rays Eyeing Sweep and Avoiding Losing Season After taking the first two games of the series, including a 7-2 win on Saturday, the Rays will look to cap off the year by avoiding their first losing season since 2017. The Rays have had their ups and downs, but a strong performance on Sunday could ensure a .500 finish and some solace heading into the offseason. Junior Caminero provided the highlight on Saturday, hitting a two-run home run off Boston starter Kutter Crawford, who allowed his 34th home run of the season—the most by any major league pitcher this year. Despite the setback, Boston manager Alex Cora defended Crawford’s season. "If you look at his season overall, it was a solid one," Cora said. "This is a kid ... he understands how to pitch. Uses both sides of the plate. He can go up, he can go down. He's a guy we expect him to keep getting better. He's been good for us." For Tampa Bay, a major positive was the continued strong showing by reliever Drew Rasmussen, who pitched two scoreless innings on Saturday. Returning from elbow surgery, Rasmussen ends the year with a 2.83 ERA over 28 2/3 innings as a reliever. "It wasn't perfect (Saturday), but you just look back over where I've been over the last 18 months or so, and I'm truly just blessed to have the opportunity to be back playing on the field," Rasmussen said. "Pretty good year, and we're excited about things moving forward." Probable Starters: Ryan Pepiot vs. Quinn Priester The Rays will start Ryan Pepiot (8-7, 3.64 ERA), who has been consistent throughout the season. Despite taking the loss in a 2-1 game against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, Pepiot allowed just two runs on three hits over five innings, striking out six and walking four. Impressively, Pepiot has allowed two earned runs or fewer in 12 of his past 13 starts. Pepiot has limited experience against the Red Sox but has fared well, recording 15 strikeouts over 10 innings in two career starts against Boston with a 3.60 ERA. The Red Sox, on the other hand, are expected to start Quinn Priester (2-6, 5.04 ERA), who was acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates in July. This will be Priester's first start for Boston, after spending time with Triple-A Worcester to work on his mechanics. Priester went 1-1 with a 5.40 ERA in nine starts for Worcester and 4-2 with a 4.38 ERA overall in 16 Triple-A starts this year. The right-hander has focused on mechanical adjustments that have helped improve the performance of all his pitches, which he attributes to a rise in confidence. "Ultimately making some mechanical adjustments that felt really natural and led to better performance of all my pitches," Priester said. "And feeling that and seeing that just let the confidence build up to where it should be." Red Sox Struggling Down the Stretch For the Red Sox, it’s been a tale of two halves this season. Boston was 10 games over .500 at the All-Star break but has struggled significantly since, posting a 27-38 record. The team's home struggles continued, with a 37-43 record at Fenway Park, being outscored by 33 runs in those games. Saturday’s 7-2 loss marked the Red Sox’s third straight defeat, during which they've scored a combined four runs. Manager Alex Cora, while optimistic about some of his players' individual performances, knows the team needs a more complete approach if they are to close out the year positively. Key Players to Watch Junior Caminero (Rays): Caminero has shown potential with his power and will look to contribute again after his two-run shot on Saturday. Drew Rasmussen (Rays): The reliever, who has battled back from surgery, will aim to end his season on a high note, continuing his recent solid performances. Kutter Crawford (Red Sox): Despite allowing the most home runs in the league, Crawford has had moments of brilliance and will be looking to reflect on the positives as the Red Sox head into the offseason. Quinn Priester (Red Sox): Making his first start for Boston, Priester will try to show he can be a part of the rotation next season with a strong showing in the season finale. Pride and Positioning at Stake The outcome of Sunday’s game will determine who finishes third in the American League East, with both teams sitting at 80-81. For Tampa Bay, avoiding a losing record is a significant incentive, especially given their consistent performance in recent years. For Boston, a victory would at least allow them to finish the year with some pride after a challenging second half. Both teams will be playing for pride, and with a chance to finish the year on a high note, expect a competitive game as these AL East rivals close out their 2024 campaigns.

Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

At 3:05 PM from Fenway Park in Boston, we have an AL East matchup between the Rays and Red Sox. Tampa Bay is currently on a two-game winning streak and is 80-81 overall, while the Red Sox have lost three straight and are 80-81. The money line odds have the Rays at -115 compared to the Red Sox at -105, and the over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs. Sunday’s starting pitching matchup is Ryan

Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

From Target Field in Minneapolis, the Orioles and Twins will face off in an AL matchup. This one gets started at 3:10 PM ET, and MASN will be televising the game. The Twins are favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -169, while the Orioles are the +141 underdog. Albert Suarez will be starting for the Orioles, and they are 90-71 overall and have won two straight. Bailey Ober is on the

San Francisco Giants vs St. Louis Cardinals Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

At 3:05 PM ET, the Cardinals and Giants square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Oracle Park in San Francisco, and the Giants are favored on the money line (-122). The money line odds for a Cardinals win are sitting at +104. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and the forecast for Sunday’s game calls for broken clouds and temperatures in the mid to upper 50s. Michael McGreevy

Washington Nationals vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

At 3:05 PM ET, the Phillies and Nationals face off in an NL East matchup. This one is being played at Nationals Park in Washington, and the Phillies are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -179 compared to the Nationals at +150. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs. Philadelphia will be looking to end a two-game losing streak, as they are 94-67 this season, while the Nationals have

Toronto Blue Jays vs Miami Marlins Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

Marlins Bid for Series Sweep in Season Finale vs. Blue Jays The Miami Marlins will look to end a disappointing season on a high note by completing a three-game sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon. After an 8-1 victory on Saturday and a dominant 15-5 win in the series opener, Miami aims to carry its recent momentum into the final game of the regular season. Marlins Building Momentum The Marlins (61-100) have

Cleveland Guardians vs Houston Astros Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

September 29, 2024

From Progressive Field in Cleveland, we have the Astros and Guardians facing off in an American League matchup. The Astros are on a two-game winning streak and are 88-73 overall, while the Guardians have lost two straight and are 92-69. First pitch for Sunday’s matchup is set for 3:10 PM ET. BSGL will be televising this one, and the Guardians are the heavy favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -183. The Astros are

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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.

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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.

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