Free MLB Picks Today and Best Bets [Saturday, 8/31/2024]

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

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

Led by a run line play at 9:38PM ET, these bets are based on data-driven simulations and machine learning.

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MLB Best Bets Tonight: 8/31/2024

After digging deep into the numbers and running thousands of simulations, DimersBOT, our independent predictive analytics model, has precisely found the best baseball bets to place on upcoming games on Saturday, August 31, 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!).

Angels +1.5 (-115)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 55.7%
• Matchup: Mariners vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has pinpointed the next MLB betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Mariners vs. Angels game. We recommend a run line bet on Angels +1.5 at -115 odds, offering an edge of 2.2%.

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Cubs vs. Nationals Over 9 Runs (+102)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 51.6%
• Matchup: Cubs vs. Nationals (1:35PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has found another great MLB bet, this time in the game between the Cubs and Nationals. We suggest placing an over/under wager on Over 9 Runs at +102 odds, with our analysis showing a compelling 2.1% 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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Pirates vs. Guardians Over 8 Runs (-115)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 57.6%
• Matchup: Pirates vs. Guardians (1:40PM ET, Sunday)

Our next pick for today's baseball action is from the Pirates vs. Guardians matchup. We recommend an over/under bet on Over 8 Runs at -115 odds. Our model indicates a favorable 4.1% edge for this wager.

Remember, the outcome of this bet will be determined tomorrow. We encourage you to act swiftly and capitalize on these odds while they are still available.

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MLB Best Bets: Saturday, 8/31/2024

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

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Mariners vs. Angels	Angels +1.5	-115 @ BetMGM	2.2%
Cubs vs. Nationals	Over 9 Runs	+102 @ DraftKings	2.1%
Pirates vs. Guardians	Over 8 Runs	-115 @ FanDuel	4.1%

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Among Saturday's MLB picks is a +160 moneyline play with an edge of 3.0%.

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Upcoming MLB Games to Bet On [8/31/2024]

• Mariners vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Saturday)
• Cardinals vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
• Cubs vs. Nationals (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
• Padres vs. Rays (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
• Pirates vs. Guardians (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
• Blue Jays vs. Twins (2:10PM ET, Sunday)
• Mets vs. White Sox (2:10PM ET, Sunday)
• Royals vs. Astros (2:10PM ET, Sunday)
• Mariners vs. Angels (4:07PM ET, Sunday)
• Braves vs. Phillies (7:10PM ET, Sunday)

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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.