Sharp MLB Picks for Thursday: 4 MLB Predictions for September 8, Including Marlins vs. Phillies

We went a perfect 4-0 yesterday and that’s, obviously, what we like to see! We look to build on that momentum today and make it 8-0 over two days.

Miami Marlins vs. Philadelphia Phillies

6:45 p.m. ET

Two picks right off the bat from the same game. If you remember from previous articles, DraftKings is very sharp when it comes to player props. They say Kyle Gibson is -130 to get over 4.5 Ks, BetMGM is offering the line at -125. Gibson is going against a strikeout-prone team, let’s hammer it.

Marlins vs. Phillies Pick: Kyle Gibson Over 4.5 Ks | -125 at BetMGM

Sticking with this game and pitching matchup, taking the mound for the Marlins is Sandy Alcantara. In case you didn’t know, this guy is really good. He can be a K machine or a contact-out pitcher, so it can be a risky play to bet on him. However, the numbers side with Alcantara going over his K line.

Marlins vs. Phillies Pick: Sandy Alcantara Over 5.5 Ks | -149 at Caesars

Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics

9:40 p.m. ET

In his last 10 games, Sean Murphy has gotten a hit 60% of the time. He also did not get a hit in his last outing, so he is definitely due. The numbers back this up and we’ve got some value at Caesars!

Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics Pick: Sean Murphy Over 0.5 Bases | -146 at Caesars

8.5 Ks is an extremely high K line. Honestly, I’m not too sure why it has been set this high, but it will definitely favor us. We’re getting insane value from FanDuel for this Under 8.5 Ks bet. I expect Cease will throw 7-8 Ks making us sweat this bet, but ultimately giving us the W

Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics Pick: Dylan Cease Under 8.5 Ks | -142 at FanDuel