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Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr seeks first homer, wins in series vs. White Sox It’s safe to say that no one had San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. getting to May 1 without a homer on his stat sheet. But that’s the case as Tatis and San Diego gear up for the first game on Friday of a three-game weekend
A’s Lawrence Butler eager to heat up as finale vs. Royals approaches Lawrence Butler’s bat has been in a deep slumber, and the 25-year-old outfielder hasn’t resembled the player who topped 20 homers in each of his first two full major league seasons. Perhaps that’s why Athletics manager Mark Kotsay was so excited to see the “Law Dog” deliver a
The San Francisco Giants visit the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 12:35 PM ET. San Francisco enters at 13-16 and fifth in the NL West, but the Giants have played better lately, winning six of their last 10 despite getting shut out 7-0 in the series opener. Philadelphia is 10-19
The Colorado Rockies visit the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 12:40 PM ET. Colorado enters at 14-17 and fourth in the NL West, but the Rockies have been more competitive lately, going 6-4 over their last 10 and coming off a 13-2 win over Cincinnati. The Reds come in
The Washington Nationals visit the New York Mets at Citi Field on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 1:10 PM ET. Washington enters at 14-17 and third in the NL East, while New York sits at 10-20 and last in the division. The Mets are favored despite their ugly form, with Freddy Peralta set to face Miles Mikolas
The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM ET. Arizona enters at 16-13 and third in the NL West, while Milwaukee comes in at 15-14 and fourth in the NL Central. The series is tied 1-1 after Arizona answered Tuesday’s blowout loss with a 6-2 win
The Kansas City Royals visit the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch set for 3:05 PM local time. Kansas City enters at 12-17 and has been playing its best baseball of the season, winning four straight before this series flipped into a tight closing spot. The Athletics come in at 15-14
The Toronto Blue Jays visit the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 7:40 PM ET. Toronto enters at 14-16 and fourth in the AL East, but the recent form looks much better than the overall record. The Blue Jays have won two straight and seven of their last 10, so this is
The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Thursday, April 30, with first pitch scheduled for 12:35 PM ET. St. Louis enters at 17-13 and third in the NL Central, while Pittsburgh is 16-15 and fifth in the division. The Cardinals have taken the first three games of this series, including Wednesday’s 5-4 win, and now
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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!
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. 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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Los Angeles Dodgers
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San Diego Padres
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Jul 02, 2026 22:11 EST
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-1.50 +108
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+1.50 -130
o+9.00-115
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u+9.00-105
-196
Moneyline
+166
Seattle Mariners
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Los Angeles Angels
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Jul 02, 2026 21:41 EST
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-1.50 +108
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+1.50 -130
o+7.50-110
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u+7.50-110
-208
Moneyline
+176
Texas Rangers
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Detroit Tigers
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Jul 02, 2026 20:06 EST
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-1.50 +172
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+1.50 -208
o+8.00-104
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u+8.00-118
-133
Moneyline
+116
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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