Free MLB Picks Today and Best Bets [Friday, 8/16/2024]

MLB betting is back for another big slate, and we're here to share our top picks for Friday's baseball action.

Today's MLB best bets come from a range of matchups, including Braves vs. Angels and Mariners vs. Pirates.

Led by an over/under play at 9:38PM ET, these bets are based on extensive simulations and machine learning.

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MLB Best Bets Tonight: 8/16/2024

Following extensive number crunching and thousands of simulations, DimersBOT, our independent predictive analytics model, has identified the best baseball bets to place on upcoming games on Friday, August 16, 2024.

The picks are listed with the earliest game at the top. For access to the full list of today's best bets, including customizable filters and sorting options, consider joining Dimers Pro (for less than $1 a day!).

Braves vs. Angels Over 8 Runs (-105)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 53.8%
• Matchup: Braves vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Friday)

Our model has pinpointed the next MLB betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Braves vs. Angels matchup. We recommend an over/under bet on Over 8 Runs at -105 odds, offering an edge of 2.6%.

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Pirates +1.5 (-118)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 57.7%
• Matchup: Mariners vs. Pirates (1:05PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has found another great MLB bet, this time in the matchup between the Mariners and Pirates. We suggest placing a run line wager on Pirates +1.5 at -118 odds, with our analysis showing a compelling 3.5% edge.

Please note that this game is scheduled for tomorrow. We strongly advise you to capitalize on these favorable odds now, before the lines move.

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Pirates ML (+140)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 44.2%
• Matchup: Mariners vs. Pirates (1:05PM ET, Saturday)

Our next pick for Friday's baseball action is also from the Mariners vs. Pirates game. We recommend a bet on Pirates ML at +140 odds. Our model shows a favorable 2.5% edge for this wager.

Remember, the result of this bet will be determined tomorrow. We strongly recommend taking advantage of these odds while they remain available.

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MLB Best Bets: Friday, 8/16/2024

As of 9:30PM ET, here are the next three MLB bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Braves vs. Angels	Over 8 Runs	-105 @ BetMGM	2.6%
Mariners vs. Pirates	Pirates +1.5	-118 @ FanDuel	3.5%
Mariners vs. Pirates	Pirates ML	+140 @ FanDuel	2.5%

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Upcoming MLB Games to Bet On [8/16/2024]

• Braves vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Friday)
• Mariners vs. Pirates (1:05PM ET, Saturday)
• Yankees vs. Tigers (1:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Blue Jays vs. Cubs (2:20PM ET, Saturday)
• Marlins vs. Mets (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• D-Backs vs. Rays (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Nationals vs. Phillies (6:05PM ET, Saturday)
• Royals vs. Reds (6:40PM ET, Saturday)
• Red Sox vs. Orioles (7:05PM ET, Saturday)
• Twins vs. Rangers (7:05PM ET, Saturday)
• Giants vs. Athletics (7:07PM ET, Saturday)
• White Sox vs. Astros (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Guardians vs. Brewers (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Dodgers vs. Cardinals (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Padres vs. Rockies (8:10PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.