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Cleveland Guardians vs Detroit Tigers Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal takes aim at slumping Guardians Facing Detroit Cy Young Award contender Tarik Skubal might not be the ideal way for the scuffling Cleveland Guardians to get back on track. Aiming for his 11th victory, Skubal looks to help the Tigers send the Guardians to a season-high third straight home loss on Monday night. Cleveland leads the American League Central but is mired in an 8-13 rut. Tarik Skubal: Detroit’s Ace Skubal’s
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Texas Rangers vs Chicago White Sox Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Rangers’ Michael Lorenzen aims for better control vs. White Sox Michael Lorenzen, the right-hander for the Texas Rangers, has vowed to improve his control on the mound as he prepares to face the Chicago White Sox. Lorenzen’s first opportunity to demonstrate this improvement comes Monday night in Arlington, Texas, as the Rangers begin a four-game series against the White Sox. Michael Lorenzen’s Pre-All-Star Struggles Lorenzen’s Walk Rate and Pitching Challenges Michael Lorenzen’s season has been
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Oakland Athletics vs Houston Astros Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Astros out to continue dominance of A’s The Houston Astros and Oakland Athletics, both eager to recover from their first post-All-Star break losses, are set to ignite a three-game series starting Monday night in Oakland. The Astros, who stumbled with a 6-4 defeat against the Seattle Mariners, and the A’s, who succumbed to an 8-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels, are both determined to reclaim their winning ways. Houston’s Command Over Oakland Houston has
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Seattle Mariners vs Los Angeles Angels Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Mariners may be without Julio Rodriguez vs. Angels The Seattle Mariners are approaching a crucial three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with uncertainty surrounding their star center fielder, Julio Rodriguez. His recent ankle injury has left fans and the team anxious about his availability and its potential impact on their performance. Julio Rodriguez’s Injury: Details and Immediate Impact Julio Rodriguez suffered a right ankle sprain while attempting a catch against the Houston Astros. The
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Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Phillies look to build win streak at Twins Even the best team in baseball needs to breathe a sigh of relief now and then. The Philadelphia Phillies, who lead the majors with 63 wins, avoided a three-game sweep by posting a 6-0 road win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Now, the Phillies will look to build a winning streak as they open a three-game set against the Minnesota Twins on Monday night in Minneapolis.
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Kansas City Royals vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

D-backs, Royals look to prolong stout starting pitching Both the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Kansas City Royals are riding high on exceptional starting pitching performances as they gear up for a three-game interleague series starting Monday in Kansas City. Kansas City Royals: Stellar Pitching and Offensive Firepower The Royals returned from the All-Star break with a dominant sweep of the Chicago White Sox. Outscoring their AL Central rivals 17-3, Kansas City’s starters allowed just one
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Colorado Rockies vs Boston Red Sox Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Rockies look to keep bats alive in series vs. Red Sox The Colorado Rockies are gearing up to face the Boston Red Sox in a three-game series at Coors Field, bringing back memories of their memorable 2007 season. The Rockies, who had an impressive run to the World Series that year, aim to reignite their offense and continue their recent strong performance. A Historical Rivalry Rekindled The matchup between the Rockies and the Red Sox
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Miami Marlins vs New York Mets Picks and Predictions July 22nd 2024

Marlins look to show off trade target Tanner Scott vs. Mets In the Miami Marlins‘ 4-2 win over the New York Mets on Sunday, closer Tanner Scott recorded his 16th save in 18 chances with a 1-2-3 ninth inning that lowered his ERA to an impressive 1.27. This dominant performance not only secured the victory but also highlighted Scott’s value as a potential trade target. Tanner Scott’s Dominance Scott’s performance against the Mets was nothing
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Chi. Cubs vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions July 21st 2024

Diamondbacks’ Brandon Pfaadt Finding Right Mix of Pitches, Takes on Cubs As the Arizona Diamondbacks look to complete a three-game sweep against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday afternoon, they’ll rely on the confident arm of right-hander Brandon Pfaadt. Pfaadt’s recent performances have been impressive, and he aims to continue his streak of success. Brandon Pfaadt’s Recent Performance Key Stats and Strategy Brandon Pfaadt (4-6, 3.97 ERA): Pfaadt’s success has been attributed to mixing in the
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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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