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Latest Picks and Predictions

Toronto Blue Jays vs Detroit Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Tigers Go for Fifth Straight Win and Sweep of Blue Jays The Detroit Tigers are riding high, gunning for their fifth straight win and aiming to sweep the Toronto Blue Jays this Sunday afternoon. After taking three of four from the Blue Jays earlier in May, the Tigers are looking to continue their dominance and keep the momentum rolling. Recent Performance Tigers’ Winning Streak The Tigers notched their fourth straight win with a solid 7-3
Ny Yankees vs Tampa Bay Rays

Ny Yankees vs Tampa Bay Rays Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Rays Look to Unleash Power Once Again Against Yankees The Tampa Bay Rays, long known for their strong pitching and defense, have recently added some serious power to their game. Near the bottom of the league in home runs for much of the season, the Rays have found their power swing, especially in recent games. As they continue their four-game series against the New York Yankees, they aim to keep this offensive momentum going. Recent
Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals

Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Braves and Cardinals Face Crucial Series Finale The Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals are gearing up for a critical rubber game this Sunday, one that could have a major impact on their playoff standings. With the season series tied at 2-2 after splitting a doubleheader on Saturday, this game is crucial. The winner will hold the tiebreaker if these teams end up tied at the end of the season. Game Recap Saturday’s Doubleheader Season
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Philadelphia Phillies

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Pirates Out to Sweep Phillies and Stretch Winning Streak to Seven The Pittsburgh Pirates are absolutely on fire, riding high with a season-best six-game winning streak. Their recent success has come at the expense of the Philadelphia Phillies, who’ve got the best record in the majors. As the Pirates go for a three-game sweep of the Phillies this Sunday, they’re hoping to keep the momentum going strong. Pirates’ Winning Streak Recent Success The Pirates have
Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds

Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Cincinnati Reds Aim to Break Losing Streak While Nationals Eye Sweep Just two and a half weeks ago, the Cincinnati Reds were on a roll. They held third place in the National League Central and had just swept the New York Yankees. With their next four opponents all having losing records, the future looked bright. But now, fast forward to today, and the Reds are in a slump. They’re on a three-game losing streak and
Detroit Tigers vs La Dodgers Picks and Predictions

Detroit Tigers vs La Dodgers Picks and Predictions July 14th 2024

Short on arms, Dodgers & Tigers turn to ‘pens in finale One thing is certain about Sunday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Detroit Tigers: both managers will be making plenty of pitching changes. Injury Impact on Teams Both teams are treating the series finale in Detroit as a bullpen day. The Tigers have named right-handed reliever Beau Brieske as their opener, while the Dodgers have yet to name a starter. Injuries have wreaked
Chi. White Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions

Chi. White Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions July 14th 2024

In Last Game Before Break, Pirates Have Eyes on .500 The Pittsburgh Pirates will try to reach the .500 mark for the first time in over two months when they send Mitch Keller to the mound in the finale of their three-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday afternoon. Recent Performance and Team Context The Pirates are on a roll with their first three-game winning streak since early May, when they won two
Boston Red Sox vs Kansas City Royals Picks and Predictions

Boston Red Sox vs Kansas City Royals Picks and Predictions July 14th 2024

Red Sox, Royals Look for Leg Up in Wild-Card Race The Boston Red Sox have won their past three series, and they’ll have to beat the visiting Kansas City Royals on Sunday to extend that streak to four. After dropping the opener of a three-game series against the Royals 6-1 Friday night, Boston bounced back to earn a 5-0 victory on Saturday. It was Boston’s 11th shutout of the season, tying them with the Atlanta
Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Picks and Predictions

Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Picks and Predictions July 14th 2024

Rangers Chase Series Victory in Finale vs. Astros The Texas Rangers showed some serious grit on Saturday, pulling off a 2-1 win in 10 innings over the Houston Astros. There’s no doubt they’re not just coasting into the All-Star break. Game Recap and Key Moments The Rangers managed just one hit with runners in scoring position, but it was the one that mattered. Nathaniel Lowe’s single with two outs and Josh Smith on third base
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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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