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Latest Picks and Predictions

Miami Marlins vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Miami Marlins vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

O’s Keen on Not Letting Marlins Get in Way of Long-Term Goals As the Baltimore Orioles plan to get the best record in the American League, the Miami Marlins are determined to make the rest of the season challenging for competitors. The two groups will go head to head on Tuesday night when Baltimore starts a three-game series in Miami. Orioles’ New Presentation and Objectives The Orioles come into the series in the wake of
Colorado Rockies vs Boston Red Sox Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Colorado Rockies vs Boston Red Sox Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Ty Blach Rejoins Rockies’ Rotation to Face Red Sox The Boston Red Sox, having retaliated into postseason dispute in June, are presently confronting recharged difficulties. Subsequent to being cleared by the Los Angeles Dodgers post-Top pick break and losing a 12-inning thrill ride 9-8 to the Colorado Rockies on Monday, the Red Sox hope to break their four-game pallet in the second round of the series against the Rockies on Tuesday night. Boston’s Battles and
Kansas City Royals vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Kansas City Royals vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Diamondbacks Aim to Slow Bobby Witt Jr. and the Royals The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to proceed with their three-game street series against the Kansas City Royals, falling off major areas of strength for a where they have won 12 of their last 19 games. This flood has pushed them from fourth spot in the National League West into wild-card conflict. Diamondbacks’ Offensive Leaders The hostile charge for the Diamondbacks has been driven by four
Atlanta Braves vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Atlanta Braves vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions July 23rd 2024

Chris Sale Hopes to Start Second Half Strong When Braves Face Reds The Atlanta Braves intend to snap a three-game long string of failures as ace Chris Sale takes the hill against the meeting Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday. Outline of the Series The Reds got a 4-1 triumph over the Braves on Monday in the opener of a three-game series, denoting the primary experience between the two groups this season. Pitching Matchup: Chris Sale versus
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Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Cubs out to make strides in wild-card race vs. Brewers The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a critical three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers, with their sights set on gaining ground in the National League wild-card race. Despite a tumultuous first half of the season, the Cubs are just 3 1/2 games behind the final wild-card spot. The Cubs’ Recent Performance: After a series of challenging games, the Cubs managed to pull off a
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New York Yankees vs Tampa Bay Rays Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Rays’ power to challenge reeling Yankees The Tampa Bay Rays have showcased their formidable power-hitting capabilities in recent games against the New York Yankees, highlighting a stark contrast in the fortunes of the two teams. While the Rays continue to surge, the Yankees are grappling with consistency and pitching issues. This article explores the dynamics of the Rays’ power play and the Yankees’ ongoing struggles. Tampa Bay Rays’ Power Surge The Rays have been on
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Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Homer-happy Dodgers welcome rival Giants The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off a series of remarkable performances, are gearing up to face their historic rivals, the San Francisco Giants, in a four-game series. With the momentum of a powerful offensive display that included six home runs, the Dodgers are poised for a thrilling showdown. This article explores the recent successes, standout players, and critical challenges both teams will encounter in this high-stakes rivalry. Dodgers’ Recent Performance
Chi. White Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions

Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Paul Goldschmidt hopes to get bat going as Cards face Pirates Paul Goldschmidt, a key player for the St. Louis Cardinals, has been struggling with his performance at the plate. As the team prepares to face the Pittsburgh Pirates, Goldschmidt hopes a change in the batting order will help him regain his form. Goldschmidt’s Performance Decline Goldschmidt, a seven-time All-Star, has seen a significant drop in his production this season. His batting average has fallen
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Atlanta Braves vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Injury-riddled Braves look to rebound vs. Reds The Atlanta Braves, despite facing significant injury setbacks, are gearing up to host the Cincinnati Reds in a crucial three-game series starting Monday. With two of their key players, Max Fried and Ozzie Albies, sidelined due to injuries, the Braves are looking to maintain their competitive edge and secure vital wins. Braves’ Injury Challenges Max Fried’s Injury Update The Braves’ troubles began when they placed All-Star left-hander Max
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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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