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MLB futures roundup: Yankees, Dodgers dominate 2020 World Series bets

Looking at all MLB futures bets being placed at BetMGM ahead of the 2020 season. Yankees, Dodgers dominate World Series market.

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Ahead of MLB Opening Day 2020, SportsbookWire.com obtained some betting data from BetMGM pertaining to the most popular MLB futures markets. Below, we round up the MLB futures bets placed ahead of the first pitch of the 60-game season and look at some of the most interesting betting trends.

Also see: MLB Opening Day odds and betting lines

MLB futures: Dodgers being heavily bet for World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees enter the season as 2020 World Series co-favorites at +375, as they’ve remained for much of the offseason despite neither team making it to last year’s World Series. A $10 bet at those odds would return a profit of $37.50.

Despite the relatively small return on investment and the unprecedented shortened season, the two have controlled the World Series betting market. Per BetMGM, 19.98% of the betting handle (dollars bet) has been placed on the Dodgers.

The Yankees have drawn 13.08% of the handle but a league-high 12.41% of the total bets placed. The Dodgers come in third with 8.73% of the total bets. The New York Mets (+2000) have been on 9.07% of World Series futures tickets, but they’ve received a more modest 7.98% of the money share.

Here are some of the other teams of note with their 2020 World Series odds, bet count and their share of the betting handle.

TEAM WORLD SERIES ODDS BET COUNT BETTING HANDLE
Houston Astros +800 1.93% 1.75%
Washington Nationals +2000 1.86% 1.82%
Minnesota Twins +1600 6.17% 8.25%
Tampa Bay Rays +2000 2.93% 5.79%
Chicago White Sox +2500 4.88% 4.77%
Chicago Cubs +2500 5.51% 4.13%
Los Angeles Angels +4000 3.58% 3.95%
Boston Red Sox +3500 2.47% 1.74%
Seattle Mariners +50000 2.84% 1.39%

The Seattle Mariners, who finished 68-94 a year ago, seem to be the team of choice for bettors seeking a big payday in the wildly unpredictable 2020 season. A $10 bet at +50000 would return a profit of $5,000.

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MLB futures: Expectations high for White Sox

The Chicago White Sox (+2500) have been widely billed as a 2020 darkhorse in the AL Central and their World Series odds have been on a steady decline through the offseason as a result. While drawing the sixth-highest share of the betting handle there, bettors have also been all over their projected win total of 31.5 games.

As reported by BetMGM to SportsbookWire.com, 100% of wagers placed on the White Sox’s 2020 win total have been on the OVER 31.5 (-110).

Expectations are also high for the rival Kansas City Royals. Their projected win total has jumped from an opening line of 23.5 to 24.5 with 100% of wagers on the OVER (-110).

In the NL Central, 95% of wagers on the Cincinnati Reds’ projected win total of 32.5 have been on the OVER (+100).

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MLB futures: Big Apple sluggers lead MVP race

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Here are the most popular bets for the AL and NL MVP and Cy Young Awards:

  • AL MVP: Yankees OF Giancarlo Stanton (+4000)
  • NL MVP: Colorado Rockies 3B Nolan Arenado (+1600) and Mets 1B Pete Alonso (+4000)
  • AL Cy Young: White Sox SP Lucas Giolito (+1600) and Astros SP Zack Greinke (+2500)
  • NL Cy Young: Braves SP Mike Soroka (+3000)

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MLB Prop Bets: Bet on these players to hit the most home runs in 2020

Looking at the odds for which player will lead MLB in home runs at the end of the 60-game 2020 season.

Statistics in 2020 will look vastly different than they do in a typical year, all because the 2020 MLB season has been shortened to only 60 games. Below, we look at the BetMGM odds and make our MLB futures picks and best bets to lead MLB in home runs in 2020.

We won’t have anyone hitting 50 home runs or driving in 100 runs this season, but we could have someone hit .400, or close to it. In the home run department, it’ll be a mad dash to the power crown.

2020 MLB home runs leader best bets: Favorites

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday, July 17 at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Texas Rangers OF Joey Gallo (+900)

Gallo is tied with Chicago White Sox rookie OF Luis Robert to lead the majors in home runs, but Robert comes with much more uncertainty than the Rangers slugger. Gallo was an All-Star in 2019 after a strong first half of the season. He finished with 22 home runs and a career-high .253 batting average in 70 games.

If he can hit 20-something home runs again in a 60-game season, he’ll be right there among the leaders. He’ll benefit from the universal designated hitter rule, too, allowing him to play more often against National League teams.

New York Mets 1B Pete Alonso (+1000)

Alonso is my pick to lead the majors in home runs, which would mark the second season in a row he’d do so. He plays in a hitter-friendly park and showed incredible durability last season by playing 161 games. He’s a budding star in baseball and it’s hard to imagine him regressing much at all in Year 2. He does need to cut down on the strikeouts, though, after going down 183 times as a rookie.

2020 MLB home runs leader best bets: Contenders

New York Yankees OF Giancarlo Stanton (+1400)

How quickly we forget Stanton’s raw power after two somewhat disappointing seasons with the Yankees. He’s led the league in home runs twice (2014 and 2017) with the Miami Marlins, slugging 59 long balls three years ago. If healthy, he should be pumping homers over the short porches at Yankee Stadium often and given his streakiness, he could go on a tear and win the home run crown with one hot stretch this season.

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Colorado Rockies 3B Nolan Arenado (+2500)

The Rockies wound up keeping Arenado in Colorado after trade rumors swirled this offseason, which benefits the third baseman. He’s finished in the top eight of MVP voting in each of the last five years and led the league in homers three times, playing at least 155 games in each of those seasons. His combination of durability, power and playing at Coors Field makes him a no-brainer at +2500.

Oakland Athletics 1B Matt Olson (+2500)

Olson hit 24 home runs in 59 games as a rookie in 2017 and has improved his totals in that category in each of the two seasons since. He clubbed 36 home runs in only 127 games last season, while still hitting .267. If he can continue to improve as a hitter like he has in the last couple of years, he’ll be right there at the top of the league in home runs.

2020 MLB home runs leader best bets: Long shots

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Chicago White Sox OF Eloy Jimenez (+6600)

My lone long-shot pick is Jimenez, an exciting young player who lived up to the hype as a rookie in 2019. He hit 31 home runs and batted .267 in 122 games last season, finishing fourth in American League Rookie of the Year voting. At +6600, he comes with incredible upside, still with a good chance to finish at the top of the majors in home runs. He’ll need to hit long balls at a much higher rate than he did last season, but he has the potential to do it.

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MLB Prop Bet Payday: Top 10 MLB season props to bank on

Analyzing the top 10 MLB season prop bets that should be exploited for easy wins.

The 60-game MLB season begins Thursday, July 23. The truncated season means player stats will look different. Nonetheless, there is action to be had with prop bets for the coming season. Below, we look at BetMGM futures odds, making our picks and best bets for the top 10 MLB season props to bank on.

2020 top 10 MLB season props

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday, July 17 at 5 a.m. ET.

1. Paul Goldschmidt’s batting average: .275

(Over -115/Under -115)

St. Louis Cardinals 1B Paul Goldschmidt has become a slow starter, struggling the last two seasons in March, April and May. But this 2020 MLB season is July, August and September. He batted .274 from March to May in 2019 and .209 in 2018 during the same months. Take the UNDER .275 (-115) for his batting average this season.

2. Gerrit Cole’s strikeouts: 104.5

(Over -115/Under -115)

Gerrit Cole should get 12 starts for his new team, the New York Yankees, this season. He had 112 strikeouts in his first 12 starts last season and 116 in his first 12 starts of 2018. Take the OVER 104.5 (-115).

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3. Gerrit Cole’s wins: 6.5

(Over -130/Under +100)

Cole has had more than six wins in his first 12 starts of a season only once in the last four years – and that was 2015. He’ll have the quality Yankees lineup to give him support, but it’s smart to go with history. Go UNDER 6.5 (+100).

4. Arizona Diamondbacks’ runs: 299.5

(Over -125/Under -105)

The Diamondbacks averaged 5.01 runs per game last season. They upgraded two bats in the lineup with CF Starling Marte and RF Kole Calhoun. That, combined with a likely scenario in which batters are better than pitchers early in the season, means the Diamondbacks will not struggle to score runs. Go OVER 299.5 (-125).

5. J.D. Martinez’s home runs: 14.5

(Over -110/Under -120)

To hit 15 home runs in 2020, Boston Red Sox DH J.D. Martinez will need to average one every four games he plays – and that’s playing every game. He has averaged fewer than four games per homer only once in the last three seasons. Go UNDER 14.5 (-110).

Jul 12, 2020; Boston; J.D. Martinez during practice at Fenway Park. (Photo Credit: Brian Fluharty – USA TODAY Sports)

6. J.D. Martinez’s hits: 62.5

(Over -115/Under -115)

In his last two seasons, Martinez averaged 1.23 hits per game, while appearing in 91.3% of Boston’s games. In a 60-game season, that means playing in 55 games and getting 67-68 hits. Take OVER 62.5 (-115).

7. Jose Altuve’s batting average: .300

(Over -115/Under -115)

Houston Astros 2B Jose Altuve only batted .298 in 2019, snapping five consecutive seasons of .313 or higher. Take OVER .300 (-115).

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8. Clayton Kershaw’s strikeouts: 70.5

(Over -115/Under -115)

If Los Angeles Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw makes all 12 of his starts this season and averages only six innings per outing, he will pitch 72 innings. He has averaged at least nine strikeouts every nine innings in four of the last five seasons. In his career, the future Hall of Famer averages 1.08 strikeouts per inning. Using his career rate, he would have 71 strikeouts if he made only 11 starts and averaged only six innings per start. Take the OVER 70.5 (-115).

9. Freddie Freeman’s batting average: .295

(Over -115/Under -115)

Atlanta Braves 1B Freddie Freeman has batted at least .295 four seasons in a row. Go OVER .295 (-115).

10. Aaron Judge’s home runs: 15.5

(Over -110/Under -120)

Based on Aaron Judge’s last two seasons, the Yankees slugger averaged a home run every 3.96 games. At that rate, he would have 15 if he played in every single game. Take the UNDER 15.5 (-120).

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MLB Prop Bets: Bet on these players to score the most runs in 2020

Making the best MLB prop bet picks to lead baseball in runs scored in the 2020 season.

The 2020 MLB season is rapidly approaching after months of delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Players are gearing up for a shortened 60-game season, which will feature lower statistical totals across the board. Below, we look at the BetMGM futures odds to lead MLB in runs scored in 2020 and make our picks and best bets.

2020 MLB runs leader best bets: Favorite

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday, July 16 at 2:30 p.m. ET.

Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mookie Betts (+900)

Betts is in a perfect spot to lead the majors in runs. He’s durable and will likely be at the top of one of the league’s most potent lineup. He was tops in MLB last season with the Boston Red Sox, touching home 135 times over 150 games. His combination of getting on base, speed and power makes him an excellent candidate to finish as the league-leader in runs scored.

2020 MLB runs leader best bets: Contenders

Cleveland Indians SS Francisco Lindor (+1100)

Lindor finished 26th in runs scored last season despite playing just 143 games. His speed and power, as well as the frequency with which he hits doubles, will put him in great spots to score runs in this Indians offense. He may not get on base as often as some other guys, but he makes up for it by often getting in scoring position. Lindor and Betts led the majors in runs scored with 129 in 2018.

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Houston Astros OF George Springer (+2000)

In this shortened season, Springer has to find a way to stay healthy because if he does, he’s a contender to lead the league in home runs and runs scored. Hitting at the top of an order that features 2B Jose Altuve and 3B Alex Bregman is a batter’s dream. Springer has the power and on-base percentage to cross home plate often in 2020.

2020 MLB runs leader best bets: Long shots

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Boston Red Sox SS Xander Bogaerts (+3300)

Bogaerts scored 110 runs last season to finish 12th in that department, partly thanks to a power surge that included 33 home runs and 52 doubles. Fenway is a hitter’s park, too, so getting to play 30 games there is a benefit for all Red Sox batters. Bogaerts gets on base plenty and was in contention as the league-leader in hits last season with 190 over 150 games. With Betts gone, Bogaerts should hit closer to the top of the lineup.

Oakland Athletics SS Marcus Semien (+3300)

Semien has plenty of pop in his bat after clubbing 33 home runs last season, while also scoring 123 runs to finish fourth in the majors. His seven triples helped put him in great spots to score, as did his 43 doubles. Semien should round the bases often with 3B Matt Chapman, 1B Matt Olson and OF Khris Davis behind him in the lineup.

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Bet on these MLB pitchers to win the 2020 NL Cy Young Award

Making our picks and best bets to win the NL Cy Young Award in the shortened 2020 MLB season.

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Our 2020 MLB award previews at SportsbookWire continue with a look at the National League Cy Young. NL pitchers won’t be required to hit in the shortened 2020 season, meaning they’ll each need to face a designated hitter every time through the opponent’s batting order. Below, we make our picks and best bets to win the 2020 NL Cy Young Award.

2020 NL Cy Young best bets: Favorite

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday, July 11 at 2:35 p.m. ET.

Max Scherzer, Washington Nationals (+450)

Scherzer leads all National League pitchers with an average of 12.60 strikeouts per nine innings in the first half of the season since 2017. His 2.30 first-half ERA ranks third over the last three season and his 129 1/3 innings pitched are the most of all starters.

Scherzer has three career Cy Young Awards, including back-to-back wins in 2016 and 2017. He hasn’t finished outside of the top five in voting since 2012 while still with the Detroit Tigers in the American League. His odds are nearly twice as high as those of reigning back-to-back winner Jacob deGrom (+280).

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on Scherzer (+450) to win the NL Cy Young would return a profit of $45. The same bet on deGrom fetches a return of just $28.

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2020 NL Cy Young best bets: Contender

Josh Hader, Milwaukee Brewers (+3300)

I’ve been down on Hader as a 2020 Fantasy Baseball target, but his versatility and importance out of the Brewers bullpen could have him in the running for the 2020 NL Cy Young in a season expected to shake up conventional pitcher roles.

Hader ranked ninth among all Brewers pitchers with 75 2/3 innings pitched last year. Top-two starters Zach Davies and Chase Anderson left this offseason. De facto No. 1 starter Brandon Woodruff tossed just 121 2/3 frames in his breakout 2019 campaign.

Hader went 3-5 with 37 saves last year. He enters the 2020 campaign as the Brewers’ closer, but he could also make some starts as an opener this year. The modified extra-inning rules, which will see each team start every half-inning with a runner on second base, could give Hader more win opportunities this season.

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2020 NL Cy Young best bets: Long shot

Robbie Ray, Arizona Diamondbacks (+5000)

Ray ranks second to Scherzer with an 11.78 strikeout rate over the first half of the last three seasons. He finished 2019 with a 4.34 ERA but a career-best 12.13 K/9. He even cut down on his walk rate from 2018.

He’s the incumbent ace of an improved Diamondbacks team entering the season. SP Madison Bumgarner was signed in free agency, and his experience could help Ray, who enters just his sixth full season.

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2020 MLB Futures Odds: How many games will the Toronto Blue Jays win?

Looking at 2020 MLB futures odds for the Toronto Blue Jays, including their 2020 World Series odds and win total.

How many games will the Toronto Blue Jays win in the 60-game 2020 MLB season? We look at the Blue Jays’ MLB futures odds, including their projected 2020 win total and Over/Under odds at BetMGM, and make our best bet.

Toronto Blue Jays’ 2019 recap

The Blue Jays continued a rebuild under president Mark Shapiro and general manager Ross Atkins in 2019. Their 67-95 finish was disappointing to fans but not overly surprising. They finished fourth in the American League East and short of the postseason for the third year in a row.

The success was in having top prospects SS Bo Bichette, 2B Cavan Biggio and 3B Vladimir Guerrero Jr. make their MLB debuts, providing hope for the fanbase moving forward.

The Jays went 78-84 against the run line with a 75-80-7 Over/Under record in 2019. They went 33-43 against the tough AL East and a miserable 3-17 in interleague play. They ranked just 23rd in baseball with 726 runs scored and 21st with 828 runs allowed.

Toronto Blue Jays’ offseason

The Blue Jays made a long-awaited splash in free agency by luring SP Hyun-Jin Ryu away from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Chase Anderson and Tanner Roark were also added to boost the rotation. Shun Yamaguchi was brought over from Japan to join the bullpen.

1B/3B Travis Shaw was the biggest add to the offense and provides some experience for the young core.

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Toronto Blue Jays’ 2020 schedule

The Blue Jays open their season Friday, July 24, against the Tampa Bay Rays. They’ll play 10 games against each against the AL East rival Rays, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees this season.

They’ll play 20 games against the National League East, including six against the “rival” Philadelphia Phillies. The season ends Sunday, Sept. 27, with a seven-game homestand against the Yankees and Orioles.

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How many games will the Toronto Blue Jays win in 2020?

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday, July 8 at 6:15 p.m. ET.

The Blue Jays win total is set at 27.5. With a young but strong offensive core and improved starting rotation, the OVER (+100) is well worth taking at even money.

The schedule is tough, but the Blue Jays have plenty of talent and their young players should excel in the shortened season without fear of burn out. They’ll feast on the Orioles and Miami Marlins, and should at least challenge the Red Sox for third in the division.

Toronto Blue Jays’ World Series odds

The Jays are getting +10000 odds to win the 2020 World Series. While the chance of a $1,000 return on a $10 bet is tempting, Toronto ultimately doesn’t have a strong enough top-three group of starters to contend when games become more meaningful. PASS.

Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff odds

While the AL East crown will be well guarded by the Yankees and Rays, the Jays could hang around long enough to contend in the wild-card race.

With +750 odds to make the postseason, this is the best 2020 futures bet for the Blue Jays. PASS on the +3500 odds to win the division.

Toronto’s odds to win the AL pennant is +5000.

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2020 MLB Futures Odds: How many games will the Seattle Mariners win?

Looking at 2020 MLB futures odds for how many games the Seattle Mariners will win in the 60-game MLB season.

How many games will the Seattle Mariners win in the 60-game 2020 MLB season? We look at the Mariners‘ MLB futures odds, including their projected 2020 win total and Over/Under odds at BetMGM, and make our best bet.

Seattle Mariners’ 2019 recap

Seattle finished in last place in the American League West in 2019, going 68-94 overall. The M’s were better against the run line, going 80-82, and they were one of the most consistent teams at hitting the Over in their games. They were 87-69-6 against projected totals. Only four teams in the majors hit more Overs.

Seattle Mariners’ offseason

The Mariners did not lose much in the way of talent, although P Felix Hernandez‘s 15-year career in Seattle ended when he signed with the Atlanta Braves this offseason.

They also did not add much. They signed two former Arizona Diamondbacks pitchers — starter Taijuan Walker and reliever Yoshihisa Hirano. They extended the contracts of P Marco Gonzalez and 1B Evan Walker.

Seattle Mariners’ 2020 schedule

Seattle will play 40 games in its division and another 20 against the National League West. They will kick off their season July 24, opening with a four-game road set against the Houston Astros and then another three games on the road against the Los Angeles Angels. They will close the season on the road against the Oakland Athletics.

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How many games will the Seattle Mariners win in 2020?

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday, July 10 at 11 a.m. ET.

The Mariners’ projected win total for the 60-game season is 24.5. They play in a tough division with the Astros and Athletics and are counting on a lot of youth to develop, which is not ideal in a short season.

While some struggling teams might pack it in if off to a slow start in a short season, Seattle will remain competitive. Take the OVER 24.5 wins, although they’re likely to land somewhere in the 25-27 range.

Seattle Mariners’ World Series odds

Seattle, at +50000 to win the World Series, is one of the longest shots in the majors. Only the Baltimore Orioles have longer odds. DO NOT bet the Mariners to win the World Series.

Seattle Mariners’ playoff odds

Every team wants to say it will be competitive and shoot for the playoffs, but it’s not in the cards for the Mariners this year.

They have the longest odds by far to win the AL West at +6500 and are +1500 to make the playoffs at all. They are –5000 not to make the postseason, but those odds aren’t worth the wager, as you only win 20 cents for every $10 you wager. AVOID any futures bets on the Mariners.

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2020 MLB Futures Odds: How many games will the Texas Rangers win?

Looking at 2020 MLB futures odds for how many games the Texas Rangers will win in the 60-game MLB season.

How many games will the Texas Rangers win in the 60-game 2020 MLB season? We look at the Rangers‘ MLB futures odds, including their projected 2020 win total and Over/Under odds at BetMGM, and make our best bet.

Texas Rangers’ 2019 recap

The Rangers finished below .500 for the third year in a row in 2019. They were 78-84 at season’s end, for third place in the American League West.

They went 33-43 against their divisional opponents. As disappointing as their regular-season record was, they did go 86-76 against the spread in 2019. The pitching staff was a huge issue last season, having no depth in the rotation beyond Mike Minor and Lance Lynn.

Texas Rangers’ offseason

Texas recognized its weakness in the rotation and tried to fix the situation this offseason. The Rangers acquired SP Cory Kluber from the Cleveland Indians, signed SP Kyle Gibson and also added SP Jordan Lyles in free agency.

They also addressed their hole at third base by signing 3B Todd Frazier. At first base, they acquired Sam Travis from the Boston Red Sox in a trade.

Texas Rangers’ 2020 schedule

The Rangers begin their 2020 season July 24 against the Colorado Rockies, the start of a 60-game campaign against the AL West and National League West. They’ll play 40 games against their own division and 20 against their interleague counterpart.

The season will end Sept. 27 with the Rangers’ final series of the season coming against the rival Houston Astros.

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How many games will the Texas Rangers win in 2020?

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday, July 10 at 9 a.m. ET.

The Rangers’ projected win total is 29.5, so the oddsmakers see them finishing right around .500. They haven’t had a record better than .500 since 2016 when they went 95-67.

This is a tough bet to make because the rotation should be improved, but the lineup still doesn’t look that great. Not to mention, the AL West will be highly competitive with the Astros and Oakland Athletics also in the hunt.

I’d bet the UNDER (-110) simply because of the schedule and the lack of consistency in the starting lineup.

Texas Rangers’ World Series odds

The Rangers’ World Series odds are long, sitting at +8000. It’s hard to see them making the playoffs, let alone pushing deep into the postseason with a run at the World Series.

They’re not worth a bet to win it all this October. PASS.

Texas Rangers’ playoff odds

The Rangers are +600 to make the playoffs and -910 to miss them. The Astros and Athletics both figure to be in the postseason race to the end, which makes the chances of Texas reaching the playoffs lower.

With their low probability to make the postseason and the limited reward of betting on them to miss the playoffs, I’d PASS on both sides.

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2020 MLB Futures Odds: How many games will the San Diego Padres win?

Looking at 2020 MLB futures odds for how many games the San Diego Padres will win in the 60-game MLB season.

How many games will the San Diego Padres win in the 60-game 2020 MLB season? We look at the Padres‘ MLB futures odds, including their projected 2020 win total and Over/Under odds at BetMGM, and make our best bet.

San Diego Padres’ 2019 recap

The 2019 season looked promising for the Padres early; San Diego was in first place in the National League West through 19 games, behind the hot-hitting of rookie Fernando Tatis Jr. and respectable pitching from a young pitching staff.

They were 45-45 heading into the All-Star break but injuries to Tatis and struggles hitting—their lineup was 28th in batting average and third in strikeouts post-All-Star break—caused them to finish with a disappointing 70-92 record. As far as their quick 2019 betting recap: The Padres had a 76-86 run line record and Over/Under record of 73-76-13.

San Diego Padres’ offseason

San Diego has made splashes in free agency—signing 1B Eric Hosmer in 2018 and 3B Manny Machado in 2019—but mostly stood pat this offseason. The Padres have the 13th highest payroll in the majors. Their only notable additions were RP Drew Pomeranz and 2B Brian Dozier, who’s actually in the minor leagues at the moment.

The more notable additions were via trade, with OFs Trent Grisham and Tommy Pham arriving in San Diego.

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San Diego Padres’ 2020 schedule

San Diego’s 60-game season starts when they host the Arizona Diamondbacks Friday, July 24. The season wraps up Sunday, Sept. 27 at the San Francisco Giants.

Every team will play a regional schedule and how that rounds out for the Padres is they’ll play 40 games against NL West foes and the other 20 games against AL West teams. San Diego is the second-favorite to win the NL West, behind the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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How many games will the San Diego Padres win in 2020?

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday, July 8 at noon ET.

I LOVE THE PADRES OVER 30.5 WINS in 2020. The 60-man player pool rule for 2020 should benefit the Padres who have the second-best farm system in baseball, according to MLB.com. This holds true even after calling up 20-year-old Tatis who hit .317 with 22 home runs and 53 RBI in just 89 games last season.

The starting rotation is a bunch of kids in their mid-20s and a few could take steps forward. If they don’t, again the Padres have awesome pitching prospects they could put into the lineup. Also, they have two players (Machado and Tatis) tied for top-seven favorites to win NL MVP. If these big names stay healthy and rake, the Padres are going to be dangerous.

Plus, through 60 games in 2019, San Diego was 31-29, which would push them Over this year’s 30.5 wins total.

San Diego Padres’ playoff odds

Based on the value here, I LIKE the PADRES TO MAKE THE PLAYOFFS (+320). I expect the Dodgers to win another NL West crown, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility for the Padres to make the race interesting. The bet mostly hinges on them earning a wild-card berth and, for me, betting $50 to win $160 for San Diego to make the postseason is worth it.

San Diego Padres’ World Series odds

The most likely outcome in the NL West race is the Dodgers winning it so that would force the Padres to win the wild card. It’s tough seeing this young pitching staff winning three straight road playoff series en route to a World Series title. PASS.

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2020 MLB Futures Odds: How many games will the Tampa Bay Rays win?

Looking at 2020 MLB futures odds for how many games the Tampa Bay Rays will win in the 60-game MLB season.

How many games will the Tampa Bay Rays win in the 60-game 2020 MLB season? We look at the Rays’ MLB futures odds, including their projected 2020 win total and Over/Under odds at BetMGM, and make our best bet.

Tampa Bay Rays’ 2019 recap

The 2019 Rays went 96-66 (.593), finishing second in the American League East behind the New York Yankees and earning an AL Wild Card spot. They’ve now improved on their win percentage three straight years and will need to win 36 games in 2020 to do so once again.

Tampa Bay averaged 4.7 runs per game while yielding just 4.0. The latter figure was the best mark in the AL. The Rays were tabbed as an underdog 41 times in 2019, and they made plus bettors some money — Tampa Bay won 21 of those games and netted a 15.6% return on investment.

Tampa Bay Rays’ offseason

The roster has been a revolving door, but a couple key bats to watch are outfielders Yoshitomo Tsutsugo and Hunter Renfroe. A strength of the Rays — and likely a key factor in a season that figures to reward depth — is the team’s ability to develop and acquire plus talent that doesn’t jump off the page but still manages to win ballgames.

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Tampa Bay Rays’ 2020 schedule

Tampa Bay will play 40 games against AL East opponents and another 20 against National League East foes (New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Miami Marlins, Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves). The season starts Friday, July 24, at home against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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How many games will the Tampa Bay Rays win in 2020?

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday, July 8 at 9 a.m. ET.

The Rays are currently projected for 33.5 wins (Over: -125, Under: +105). That’s a figure mostly on the mark but for a tough slate. SHADE THE UNDER 33.5 (+105).

Tampa Bay Rays’ World Series odds

Tampa Bay is listed at +2000 to win the World Series. There’s value there for what is a quality group at the plate and in the field. And its a team with October experience. YES to betting the Rays to win the World Series.

Tampa Bay Rays’ playoff odds

The Rays are tagged at -115 to make the postseason, +330 to win the AL East, and +1000 to win the AL pennant. The last of those is the play with the most value.

BET the Rays to win the World Series (+2000) and/or the AL (+1000).

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