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The Seattle Mariners visit the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night at Progressive Field, with first pitch set for 7:10 PM ET on Mariners.TV, Guardians.TV, WKYC 3, and KIRO radio. Seattle comes in at 41-41 and first in the AL West, while Cleveland is 42-39 and first in the AL Central. Both teams are sitting on top of their divisions, but
The Kansas City Royals visit the Chicago White Sox on Friday night at Rate Field, with first pitch set for 7:40 PM. Kansas City comes in at 34-48 and fifth in the AL Central, while Chicago is 41-38 and second in the division. The Royals have dropped two straight, and the White Sox are trying to bounce back after a
The Chicago Cubs visit the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night at American Family Field, with first pitch set for 8:10 PM ET on Apple TV. Chicago comes in at 44-37 and second in the NL Central, while Milwaukee is 49-29 and first in the division. Both teams enter on four-game winning streaks, so this is not only a division matchup.
The Colorado Rockies visit the Minnesota Twins on Friday night at Target Field, with first pitch set for 8:10 PM ET on KWGN. Colorado comes in at 32-49 and fifth in the NL West, while Minnesota is 38-44 and third in the AL Central. The Rockies have quietly gone 6-4 over their last 10, while the Twins are trying to
The Miami Marlins visit the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night at Busch Stadium, with first pitch set for 8:15 PM ET. Miami comes in at 42-39 and third in the NL East, while St. Louis is 42-36 and third in the NL Central. The Marlins have won two straight, while the Cardinals enter off two straight losses and are
The Athletics visit the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, with first pitch set for 9:38 PM ET on NBC Sports California. The Athletics come in at 39-42 and third in the AL West, while Los Angeles is 34-48 and fifth in the division. The Athletics finally stopped their slide with a 9-6 win over
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the San Diego Padres on Friday night at Petco Park, with first pitch set for 9:45 PM ET. Los Angeles comes in at 52-29 and first in the NL West, while San Diego is 42-37 and second in the division. Both teams are hot, with each carrying a three-game winning streak into one of the
The Atlanta Braves visit the San Francisco Giants on Friday night at Oracle Park, with first pitch set for 10:15 PM ET. Atlanta comes in at 48-31 and first in the NL East, while San Francisco is 33-47 and fourth in the NL West. The Braves are still the better team on paper, but they enter this series in poor
Kansas City Royals vs Tampa Bay Rays ended 13-2 for Tampa Bay, and the betting lesson was loud from the middle innings on. The preview leaned toward the Rays as the better side but made the over 8.5 the best bet, and both angles were rewarded in a game that turned into a full Rays offensive avalanche. Junior Caminero hit
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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.
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.
Philadelphia Phillies
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New York Yankees
Open
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Jul 26, 2026 19:21 EST
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Score
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-1.50 +140
Spread
+1.50 -169
o+7.50-122
Total
u+7.50+100
-161
Moneyline
+136
San Francisco Giants
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Los Angeles Angels
Open
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Jul 26, 2026 16:06 EST
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Score
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+1.50 -192
Spread
-1.50 +158
o+8.50-105
Total
u+8.50-115
-115
Moneyline
+104
Texas Rangers
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Seattle Mariners
Open
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Jul 26, 2026 14:36 EST
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Score
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+1.50 -196
Spread
-1.50 +162
o+7.50-102
Total
u+7.50-120
-108
Moneyline
-108
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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