Free MLB Picks Today and Best Bets [Friday, 8/9/2024]

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 Mets vs. Mariners and Guardians vs. Twins.

Led by a moneyline play at 10:10PM ET, these bets are based on data-driven simulations and machine learning.

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MLB Best Bets Tonight: 8/9/2024

After diving deep into the numbers and conducting thousands of simulations, DimersBOT, our independent predictive analytics model, has figured out the best baseball bets to place on upcoming games on Friday, August 9, 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.

Mets ML (+116)

• Edge: 3.2%
• Probability: 49.5%
• Matchup: Mets vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET, Friday)

Our model has pinpointed the next MLB betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Mets vs. Mariners matchup. We recommend aMets ML bet at +116 odds, offering an edge of 3.2%.

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Guardians vs. Twins Over 8.5 Runs (+102)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 53.7%
• Matchup: Guardians vs. Twins (7:10PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has found another great MLB bet, this time in the matchup between the Guardians and Twins. We suggest placing an over/under wager on Over 8.5 Runs at +102 odds, with our analysis showing a compelling 4.2% edge.

Please keep in mind that this game is scheduled for tomorrow. We strongly advise you to make the most of these favorable odds now, before the lines move.

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White Sox +1.5 (+124)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 48.3%
• Matchup: Cubs vs. White Sox (7:15PM ET, Saturday)

Our next pick for Friday's baseball action is from the Cubs vs. White Sox game. We recommend a run line bet on White Sox +1.5 at +124 odds. Our model shows a favorable 3.6% edge for this wager.

Remember, the result of this bet will not be determined until tomorrow. We encourage you to act swiftly and capitalize on these odds while they remain available.

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MLB Best Bets: Friday, 8/9/2024

As of 10:01PM ET, here are the next three MLB bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Mets vs. Mariners	Mets ML	+116 @ FanDuel	3.2%
Guardians vs. Twins	Over 8.5 Runs	+102 @ FanDuel	4.2%
Cubs vs. White Sox	White Sox +1.5	+124 @ DraftKings	3.6%

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While the bets listed are all positive expected value (+EV) opportunities, subscribing to Dimers Pro grants you instant access to all of today's best bets identified by our model.

Friday's MLB picks are highlighted by an over/under opportunity with a substantial 5.6% edge over the sportsbook odds.

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Upcoming MLB Games to Bet On [8/9/2024]

• Mets vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• Pirates vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• Tigers vs. Giants (10:15PM ET, Friday)
• Athletics vs. Blue Jays (3:07PM ET, Saturday)
• Padres vs. Marlins (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Angels vs. Nationals (6:45PM ET, Saturday)
• Guardians vs. Twins (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Cardinals vs. Royals (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Reds vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Cubs vs. White Sox (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Braves vs. Rockies (8:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Phillies vs. D-Backs (8:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Pirates vs. Dodgers (9:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Mets vs. Mariners (9:40PM 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.