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Boston Red Sox vs San Diego Padres

Boston Red Sox vs San Diego Padres Picks and Predictions June 30th 2024

Surging Padres Aim to Sweep Struggling Red Sox in Series Finale The San Diego Padres are on fire, looking to make it six straight wins as they wrap up their three-game series against the Boston Red Sox this Sunday afternoon. After dominating the Red Sox with a combined score of 20-3 in the first two games, the Padres are set for another strong performance. Let’s break down the key factors behind the Padres’ recent success
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Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins Picks and Predictions June 30th 2024

Phillies Aim for Series Split Against Marlins Despite Key Injuries The Philadelphia Phillies are gearing up to even out their four-game series against the Miami Marlins this Sunday afternoon. Despite their strong standing in the majors, the Phillies have been hitting some bumps lately, especially with key players out due to injuries. Let’s dive into what’s ahead for this matchup, looking at the hurdles and the key players on both sides. Marlins’ Struggles Against Left-Handed
Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions June 30th 2024

Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions June 30th 2024

Adam Duvall finally confident as Braves wrap up series with Pirates Adam Duvall has been a reliable powerhouse for the Atlanta Braves over the years, but 2024 hasn’t been kind to him. Despite leading the National League in RBIs back in 2021 and having a glittering career with accolades like an All-Star nod, a Gold Glove, and a World Series win, Duvall has struggled at the plate this season. However, his recent clutch performance in
St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Cards’ Sonny Gray Faces Former Team in Series with Reds Gray’s Aggressive Mindset St. Louis Cardinals right- hander Sonny Gray, after struggling through his first two starts of June, vowed to pitch further aggressively. ” There is definitely a mindset shift,” he said. Recent Performance Improvement Gray( 9- 4,2.81 ERA) will try to keep that new focus when he faces the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Saturday in the third game of a four- game series.
Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

After Shutout Win, Phillies Send Aaron Nola to Face Marlins Despite putting two of their best players, Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, on the 10-day injured list, the Philadelphia Phillies prevailed 2-0 over the Miami Marlins on Friday, demonstrating their resilience and depth. Harper is managing a stressed left hamstring, and Schwarber has a stressed left groin. Their nonattendance didn’t stop the Phillies, who rested on their heavenly pitching staff to acquire the success. Phillies’
Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Powerful Braves to Face Pirates’ Flamethrower Paul Skenes Since the Atlanta Braves began playing at Truist Park in 2017, they’ve consistently defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in every series, achieving a remarkable 18- 5 record against them at that location. After a satisfying 6- 1 palm in the initial match on Friday night, the Braves can clinch the weekend’s three- game series by winning on Saturday afternoon, despite facing difficulties. The competition between two adversaries. This
Milwaukee Brewers vs Chi. Cubs Cubs Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Milwaukee Brewers vs Chi. Cubs Cubs Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Brewers Rookie Tobias Myers Faces Cubs, Looks to Add to Astral Season The surging Milwaukee Brewers will turn to surprising rookie right- hander Tobias Myers to keep their winning streak alive when they host the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon in the middle game of the teams’ three- game series. Recent Performance Milwaukee Brewers The Brewers are riding a surge of success, and rookie Jackson Chourio’s first career grand slam was the highlight in their
Toronto Blue Jays vs Ny Yankees Yankees Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Toronto Blue Jays vs Ny Yankees Yankees Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Yankees Hope Bats Continue to Come Alive vs. Blue Jays The New York Yankees, who had lost four consecutive games, ended their streak by putting up their top offensive performance of the season against the Toronto Blue Jays, and they aim to carry this momentum into Saturday afternoon. Recent performance New York Yankees. The Yankees recorded 18 hits in a 16-5 victory over Toronto on Friday night, tying the series at one game each following
Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians Picks and Predictions June 29th 2024

Royals Vie for Third Straight Win in Series with Guardians The Kansas City Royals are glad to have Michael Massey back in action, even if it’s only as a hitter instead of his regular role at second base. The Royals have beaten the visiting Cleveland Guardians twice to open a four-game series that continues Saturday afternoon. Michael Massey’s Impact Returning from Injury Massey missed the first 19 games of the season due to a back
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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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