Free MLB Picks Today and Best Bets [Thursday, 8/29/2024]

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

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

Led by a moneyline play at 6:45PM ET, these bets are based on advanced simulations and machine learning.

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MLB Best Bets Today: 8/29/2024

After digging deep into the numbers and running thousands of simulations, DimersBOT, our independent predictive analytics model, has precisely determined the best baseball bets for you to place on upcoming games on Thursday, August 29, 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!).

Nationals ML (+136)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 45.7%
• Matchup: Cubs vs. Nationals (6:45PM ET, Friday)

Our model has pinpointed the next MLB betting opportunity today, which comes in the Cubs vs. Nationals matchup. We recommend a bet on Nationals ML at +136 odds, offering an edge of 3.3%.

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Padres vs. Rays Over 7.5 Runs (-105)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 53.6%
• Matchup: Padres vs. Rays (6:50PM ET, Friday)

Our model has found another great MLB bet, this time in the matchup between the Padres and Rays. We suggest placing an over/under wager on Over 7.5 Runs at -105 odds, with our analysis showing a compelling 2.4% edge.

Please note 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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Blue Jays ML (+134)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 45.4%
• Matchup: Blue Jays vs. Twins (8:10PM ET, Friday)

Our next pick for today's baseball action is from the Blue Jays vs. Twins matchup. We recommend a bet on Blue Jays ML at +134 odds. Our model suggests a favorable 2.7% edge for this wager.

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

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MLB Best Bets: Thursday, 8/29/2024

As of 10:00PM ET, here are the next three MLB bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Cubs vs. Nationals	Nationals ML	+136 @ FanDuel	3.3%
Padres vs. Rays	Over 7.5 Runs	-105 @ BetMGM	2.4%
Blue Jays vs. Twins	Blue Jays ML	+134 @ FanDuel	2.7%

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

Among Thursday's MLB picks is a +164 moneyline play with an edge of 3.8%.

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Upcoming MLB Games to Bet On [8/29/2024]

• Orioles vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Thursday)
• Braves vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET, Friday)
• Cubs vs. Nationals (6:45PM ET, Friday)
• Padres vs. Rays (6:50PM ET, Friday)
• Cardinals vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Friday)
• Pirates vs. Guardians (7:10PM ET, Friday)
• Athletics vs. Rangers (8:05PM ET, Friday)
• Mets vs. White Sox (8:10PM ET, Friday)
• Blue Jays vs. Twins (8:10PM ET, Friday)
• Royals vs. Astros (8:10PM ET, Friday)
• Orioles vs. Rockies (8:40PM ET, Friday)
• Mariners vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Friday)
• Dodgers vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET, Friday)

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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.