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MLB Best Bets Monday 6/3/24
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What’s up, everyone! We’ve got a full slate of MLB action today, and I’ve got some exciting picks to share with you. Whether you’re looking to place some bets or just need insights for your DFS lineups, I’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the top 5 MLB best bets for today’s games.
1. Philadelphia Phillies -1.5 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
Key Insights:
- Pitching Matchup: Zack Wheeler (6-3, 2.32 ERA) vs. Bryce Wilson (0-0, 5.13 ERA)
- Wheeler is in great form, coming off a dominant performance against the Giants.
- Wilson has struggled with control and hasn’t been impressive in his recent outings.
- Team Form:
- Phillies have been strong at home with a 24-9 record.
- Brewers have won five in a row, but their offense might struggle against Wheeler.
- Bullpen Comparison:
- Phillies’ bullpen ERA is 3.02 (7th in MLB).
- Brewers’ bullpen ERA is 2.60 (3rd in MLB), but Wheeler’s ability to go deep into games minimizes the Phillies’ bullpen exposure.
Bet: Phillies -1.5
2. Detroit Tigers +114 vs. Texas Rangers
Key Insights:
- Pitching Matchup: Tarik Skubal (7-1, 2.01 ERA) vs. Nathan Eovaldi (2-2, 2.84 ERA)
- Skubal has been outstanding all season and just had a dominant outing against the Pirates.
- Eovaldi, though solid, has had inconsistent performances and is coming off a short outing.
- Team Form:
- Tigers are decent on the road (15-15) and have shown signs of life offensively.
- Rangers are coming off a series win but face a tough challenge against Skubal.
- Bullpen Comparison:
- Tigers’ bullpen ERA is 2.81 (4th in MLB).
- Rangers’ bullpen ERA is 4.10 (27th in MLB).
Bet: Tigers Moneyline +114
3. Under 8.5 Runs: San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Angels
Key Insights:
- Pitching Matchup: Matt Waldron (3-5, 4.26 ERA) vs. Tyler Anderson (5-5, 2.47 ERA)
- Waldron has been solid in his recent starts, showing good control and limiting runs.
- Anderson also comes off a strong start against the Yankees, keeping runs to a minimum.
- Team Form:
- Padres’ offense has been inconsistent but capable of big performances.
- Angels’ offense has struggled significantly, scoring just one run in the last game.
- Bullpen Comparison:
- Padres’ bullpen ERA is 3.95 (24th in MLB).
- Angels’ bullpen ERA is 4.20 (29th in MLB).
Bet: Under 8.5 Runs
4. Baltimore Orioles -120 vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Key Insights:
- Pitching Matchup: Grayson Rodriguez (5-2, 3.53 ERA) vs. Kevin Gausman (4-3, 4.14 ERA)
- Rodriguez has been solid, especially in recent starts, showing good strikeout potential.
- Gausman has had a couple of strong outings but against weaker teams like the White Sox and Tigers.
- Team Form:
- Orioles are 16-8 on the road and have been hitting well.
- Blue Jays have struggled against better teams despite a recent hot streak.
- Offensive Comparison:
- Orioles rank 7th in runs scored and 2nd in slugging percentage.
- Blue Jays are 24th in runs scored and batting 234 as a team.
Bet: Orioles Moneyline -120
5. Under 8.5 Runs: St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros
Key Insights:
- Pitching Matchup: Kyle Gibson (4-2, 3.60 ERA) vs. Justin Verlander (3-2, 3.26 ERA)
- Gibson is coming off a strong start against the Reds and has been reliable.
- Verlander, though 41, is coming off two strong starts with nine strikeouts in each.
- Team Form:
- Cardinals have been inconsistent offensively, but their bullpen struggles may limit run production.
- Astros have been one of the best teams to the under, with significant under trends.
- Offensive Comparison:
- Cardinals are 28th in runs scored and 20th in on-base percentage.
- Astros are 36-21-3 to the under this season.
Bet: Under 8.5 Runs
These are my top MLB best bets for today. Make sure to check the final lineups and any last-minute changes before placing your bets. Good luck, and let’s win some money!
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