Free MLB Picks Today and Best Bets [Tuesday, 8/20/2024]

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

Today's MLB best bets come from a range of matchups, including Red Sox vs. Astros and White Sox vs. Giants.

Led by an over/under play at 2:10PM ET, these bets are based on data-driven simulations and machine learning.

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MLB Best Bets Today: 8/20/2024

Following extensive number crunching and thousands of simulations, DimersBOT, our famous predictive analytics model, has figured out the best baseball bets for upcoming games on Tuesday, August 20, 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!).

Red Sox vs. Astros Over 8.5 Runs (-110)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Red Sox vs. Astros (2:10PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has pinpointed the next MLB betting opportunity today, which comes in the Red Sox vs. Astros matchup. We recommend an over/under bet on Over 8.5 Runs at -110 odds, offering an edge of 2.6%.

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White Sox +1.5 (-113)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 58.3%
• Matchup: White Sox vs. Giants (3:45PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has found another great MLB bet, this time in the matchup between the White Sox and Giants. We suggest placing a run line wager on White Sox +1.5 at -113 odds, with our analysis showing a compelling 5.3% edge.

Please keep in mind 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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White Sox ML (+195)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 38.1%
• Matchup: White Sox vs. Giants (3:45PM ET, Wednesday)

Our next pick for Tuesday's baseball action is also from the White Sox vs. Giants matchup. We recommend a bet on White Sox ML at +195 odds. Our model indicates a favorable 4.3% edge for this wager.

Remember, the outcome 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: Tuesday, 8/20/2024

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

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Red Sox vs. Astros	Over 8.5 Runs	-110 @ FanDuel	2.6%
White Sox vs. Giants	White Sox +1.5	-113 @ FanDuel	5.3%
White Sox vs. Giants	White Sox ML	+195 @ BetMGM	4.3%

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Upcoming MLB Games to Bet On [8/20/2024]

• Mariners vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Tuesday)
• Orioles vs. Mets (1:10PM ET, Wednesday)
• Red Sox vs. Astros (2:10PM ET, Wednesday)
• White Sox vs. Giants (3:45PM ET, Wednesday)
• Twins vs. Padres (6:40PM ET, Wednesday)
• D-Backs vs. Marlins (6:40PM ET, Wednesday)
• Rockies vs. Nationals (6:45PM ET, Wednesday)
• Guardians vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Wednesday)
• Reds vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET, Wednesday)
• Phillies vs. Braves (7:20PM ET, Wednesday)
• Brewers vs. Cardinals (7:45PM ET, Wednesday)
• Angels vs. Royals (8:10PM ET, Wednesday)
• Rays vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Wednesday)

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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.