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Los Angeles Dodgers at Arizona Diamondbacks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Dodgers at Arizona Diamondbacks odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Dodgers (4-2) will begin a 4-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks (3-3) Thursday at Chase Field. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 2-2.

The Dodgers defeated the Colorado Rockies 5-2 Tuesday to give them 2 straight wins. Los Angeles will play its 1st road game of the season Thursday.

On Tuesday, the Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 as they’ve alternated wins and losses since Opening Day. Arizona has allowed 5 ER or more in 4 of its first 6 games of the season.

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Dodgers at Diamondbacks projected starters

RHP Dustin May vs. RHP Merrill Kelly

May (0-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start of the season. He posted 1 BB, 4 K, and 0 ER in 7 IP while throwing 84 pitches against the Diamondbacks in his 1st start.

  • His 1st start was the 1st game of his major league career where he recorded 7 IP or more.
  • Is 0-1 with a 5.84 ERA, 1.54 WHIP, 3 BB, 9 K and 8 ER in 3 career starts vs. the Diamondbacks.

Kelly (0-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start of the season. He allowed 0 ER, 4 BB and tallied 4 K in 3.2 IP with 74 pitches thrown in a road matchup against the Dodgers in his 1st start.

  • Has registered an 0-9 record with a 5.64 ERA, 1.63 WHIP, 13 HR and an 8.3 K/9 in 13 career starts against the Dodgers.
  • Recorded a 5-5 record in 17 starts with a 3.02 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 8.8 K/9 at home during the 2022 season.

Dodgers at Diamondbacks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:05 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Dodgers -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Diamondbacks +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Dodgers -1.5 (+105) | Diamondbacks +1.5 (-125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Dodgers at Diamondbacks picks and predictions

Prediction

Dodgers 5, Diamondbacks 3

Moneyline

With May seemingly having a chance to pitch deeper into games, I’ll back the DODGERS (-155) in this NL West bout. Los Angeles also has plenty of success when facing Kelly on the mound.

Run line/Against the spread

DODGERS -1.5 (+105) has decent value as they have the advantage on the mound for Thursday night. The Dodgers are also 41-12 in the last 53 meetings, and we only need them to win by 2-plus runs to cover the spread.

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Over/Under

UNDER 9 (-115) is the pick in this game with May limiting the lineup of the Diamondbacks. There were 3 or fewer runs scored in 2 of the first 4 meetings between these teams to begin the season.

The Under is 10-1 in the last 11 meetings in Arizona and 12-3 in the last 15 meetings overall.

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Washington Nationals at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Washington Nationals at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Nationals (1-5) and Colorado Rockies (2-4) open a 4-game set Thursday at Coors Field. First pitch is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Nationals vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2023. Washington won last season’s series 4-3.

The Nationals lost 7-2 as +237 home underdogs vs. the Tampa Bay Rays Wednesday. OF Victor Robles hit an RBI double in the 2nd inning to make it 1-1 before Tampa Bay pulled away.

The Rockies lost 5-2 as +207 underdogs at the Los Angeles Dodgers Tuesday. Colorado was swept 2-0 in its series vs. Los Angeles and has lost 4 straight games.

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Nationals at Rockies projected starters

RHP Josiah Gray vs. LHP Kyle Freeland

Gray (0-1, 9.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He allowed 5 ER on 7 H and 2 BB with 4 K in 5 IP in his debut vs. the Atlanta Braves Saturday.

  • Went 7-10 with a 5.02 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, 4 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 148 2/3 IP in 2022.
  • Career vs. Colorado: 2-0 with a 5.03 ERA (19 2/3 IP, 11 ER) in 4 starts.

Freeland (1-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He tossed 6 scoreless IP in his debut with 3 H, 1 BB and 1 K at the San Diego Padres Friday.

  • Posted a 9-11 record with a 4.53 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 in 174 2/3 in 2022.
  • Career vs. Washington: 4-2 with a 2.70 ERA (40 IP, 12 ER) in 7 starts.

Nationals at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:16 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Nationals +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Rockies -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Nationals +1.5 (-155) | Rockies -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 11 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Nationals at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockies 7, Nationals 6

Moneyline

BET ROCKIES (-145).

Colorado has lost 4 straight games, but those losses were against much better competition in the Dodgers and Padres. Washington has struggled against lefties in recent contests and is 14-42 in its last 56 vs. left-handed starters. Look for Gray to struggle once again as he faces the Rockies in their home opener.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

Washington has not lost by multiple runs in any of its last 4 meetings vs. Colorado. Nationals +1.5 (-155) should hit Thursday, but there is no need to pay the higher price on the run line when Rockies moneyline is the better play. Bet Rockies moneyline and/or the total instead.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 11 (-105).

The Over is 8-3-1 in Washington’s last 12 games and 7-2-2 in its last 11 vs. left-handed starters.

The Over has hit in 12 of the last 17 meetings between these teams in Colorado and should hit again Thursday as the Rockies’ offense bounces back offensively at home after scoring just 2 runs last time out.

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San Francisco Giants at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s San Francisco Giants at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with expert MLB picks, predictions and best bets.

The San Francisco Giants (2-3) and the Chicago White Sox (3-3) wrap up a 3-game series Thursday. First pitch at Guaranteed Rate Field is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. White Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Series tied 1-1 in 2023. White Sox won the series 3-0 in 2022.

The Giants won the interleague series opener Monday 12-3 — an early-season high in runs. San Francisco suffered a 7-3 loss in Game 2 on Wednesday to even up the series, although the Over (7.5) cashed for a 2nd consecutive contest. San Francisco has alternated losses and wins in each of its 5 outings.

The White Sox have scored 3 or more runs in each of their 6 games while yielding 3 or more runs in each of the past 5 contests. The Over has cashed in Chicago’s last 5 contests after an Under result on Opening Day last Thursday.

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Giants at White Sox projected starters

LHP Alex Wood vs. RHP Lance Lynn

Wood went 8-12 with a 5.10 ERA in 2022. He had a 1.24 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 in 130 2/3 IP across 26 starts.

  • Recorded a 5-7 record and 5.51 ERA with 12 HR and a .247 opponent batting average (OBA) across 67 IP in 14 road starts last season.
  • Went 2-2 with a 5.95 ERA and 3 HR with 1 BB and 20 K across 19 2/3 IP in 4 interleague starts in ’22.

Lynn (0-0, 3.18) makes his 2nd start of the season. He allowed 2 ER on 3 H and 4 BB with 6 K across 5 2/3 IP in a 96-pitch debut Friday at the Houston Astros.

  • Posted a 4-3 record, 4.05 ERA and .232 OBA with 9 HR allowed across 53 1/3 IP in 9 home starts in 2022.
  • Allowed just 3 H and 2 BB with 5 K across 6 scoreless innings in a no-decision July 1 at San Francisco last season.

Giants at White Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:44 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Giants +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | White Sox -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Giants +1.5 (-185) | White Sox -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Giants at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Giants 6, White Sox 3

Moneyline

The GIANTS (+110) are a solid play on the road on getaway day Thursday.

The Giants are 5-1 in the past 6 games in Game 3 of a series and 12-5 in the past 17 games against a right-handed starting pitcher dating back to last season.

The White Sox are just 3-9 in the past 12 games at home dating back to last season and have cashed just once in the past 5 interleague games against a left-handed pitcher.

Run line/Against the spread

The Giants +1.5 (-185) are just a little too expensive in the event you need a little insurance and can’t bring yourself to play San Francisco straight up.

Chicago has dropped 3 of the past 5 games, and it has lost each of the contests by 2 or more runs.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 7.5 (-115) is worth a look in this interleague series finale.

The Over has cashed in 5 straight games for the White Sox and is 3-1 in the past 4 games for the Giants. San Francisco has cashed the Over in 9 of the past 12 games against right-handed starting pitchers dating back to last season, too.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with expert MLB picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Blue Jays (3-3) and the Kansas City Royals (1-5) wrap up a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch at Kauffman Stadium is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Royals odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Blue Jays lead the series 2-1 in 2023 and won the series 5-2 in 2022.

The Blue Jays snapped a 3-game losing streak with a 4-1 win in Tuesday’s contest. Toronto had allowed an average of 7.8 runs per game across the first 4 games of the season — including 9 runs in 3 of them — but has allowed just 1 total run in the past 2 games after recording a 3-0 shutout on Wednesday.

The Royals exploded for 9 runs in the series opener with the Jays, but Kansas City has already been shut out 3 times through the first 6 games. The Royals are dead-last in scoring with 14 runs, hitting an awful .155 with just 11 extra-base hits.

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Blue Jays at Royals projected starters

RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP Jordan Lyles

Gausman (0-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start of the season. He conceded 3 R (all unearned) on 8 H and 1 BB with 7 K across 6 IP in a hard-luck loss on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday.

  • Went 8-3 with a 2.30 ERA and 110 K with just 5 HR allowed across 94 IP in 15 road starts in 2022.
  • Allowed 2 ER on 7 H and 2 BB with 6 K across 6 IP in a loss at home against the Royals on July 14, 2022, his only start against K.C. last season.

Lyles (0-1, 1.69) makes his 2nd start of the season. He allowed 2 R (1 ER) on 5 H and 2 BB with 2 K across 5 1/3 IP in an 86-pitch appearance Saturday against the Minnesota Twins.

  • Posted a 5-3 record and 3.47 ERA with 55 K and just 6 HR allowed across 83 IP, including 1 complete game, in 14 home starts as a member of the Baltimore Orioles in 2022.
  • Faced the Jays 3 times in 2022, going 2-1 with a 5.63 ERA with 5 HR allowed in 16 IP

Blue Jays at Royals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Royals +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (-115) | Royals +1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Blue Jays at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 5, Royals 2

Moneyline

The Blue Jays (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s too expensive on a team that has struggled to score runs lately. Toronto has posted just 7 total runs in the past 2 games and is averaging just 3.4 runs per game (RPG) across its last 5 outings since posting 10 runs in the regular-season opener last Thursday.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The BLUE JAYS -1.5 (-115) are a much better play on the run line. Toronto has cashed on the run line as a favorite in the past 2 games.

The Royals have been blanked 3 times in 6 games so far, and Kansas City has lost by 2 or more runs in each of its 5 losses.

Over/Under

UNDER 8.5 (-105) is the lean.

Again, Kansas City has been shut out 3 times and is hitting a collective .155 and Toronto has struggled to plate runs consistently, averaging 3.4 RPG across the past 5 outings. The Under has hit in the past 2 games for the Jays, while the Royals have posted just 1 run in those contests.

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Boston Red Sox at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Red Sox at Detroit Tigers odds and lines, with expert MLB picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Red Sox (2-4) and the Detroit Tigers (2-4) open a 3-game series Thursday. First pitch at Comerica Park is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Tigers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2023. Red Sox won the series 5-1 in 2022.

The Red Sox opened this season taking 2 of 3 games at home against the Baltimore Orioles but suffered a 3-game sweep at home against the Pittsburgh Pirates from Monday-Wednesday. Boston scored just 8 runs over the Pittsburgh series — including a pair of 4-1 defeats on Tuesday and Wednesday — after scoring 9 runs in each of its first 3 games.

The Tigers were swept in a 3-game series on the road against the Tampa Bay Rays to open the season, but Detroit surprised the defending World Series champion Houston Astros on the road to kick off the week, winning 2 of 3 outings. The Over cashed in each of the 3 games in Houston, and 4 of the past 5 games overall.

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Red Sox at Tigers projected starters

LHP Chris Sale vs. RHP Spencer Turnbull

Sale (0-0, 21.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start of the season. He was hammered for 7 ER on 7 H (including 3 HR) and 2 BB with 6 K across 3 IP in a no-decision against the Orioles Saturday.

  • Has made just 12 starts during the regular season since undergoing Tommy John surgery prior to the 2020 season.
  • Hasn’t faced the Tigers since April 23, 2019.
  • Last faced the Tigers at Comerica Park on July 22, 2018, twirling 6 scoreless IP with 2 H, 0 BB and 9 K in a win.

Turnbull (0-1, 27.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start of the season. He allowed 7 ER on 8 H and 3 BB with 3 K across 2 1/3 IP in a 63-pitch appearance and loss Saturday at Tampa Bay.

  • Had Tommy John surgery in July 2021, and Saturday’s start was his first since June 4, 2021.
  • Makes his first home start since a win over the New York Yankees on May 29, 2021.
  • Last faced the Red Sox on May 6, 2021, allowing 4 R (2 ER) with 7 H and 0 BB with 3 K in 3 IP in a no-decision at Fenway Park.

Red Sox at Tigers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:39 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Red Sox -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Tigers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox -1.5 (+110) | Tigers +1.5 (-135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Red Sox at Tigers picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 7, Tigers 6

Moneyline

The RED SOX (-150) ended up winning against the O’s in Sale’s first outing despite his shaky start. The Tigers managed 2 wins in 3 outings in Houston, but the home opener will be spoiled by a Boston lineup due for a breakout after scoring just 2 runs in its last 2 games.

Run line/Against the spread

The TIGERS +1.5 (-135) aren’t priced out of line if you want a little insurance on the run line.

Detroit should be able to pile up some offense in this battle of pitchers just making their way back from long-term injuries. Expect a wild home opener in the Motor City, most likely decided by bullpens. Boston has managed a 3.77 bullpen ERA so far, while Detroit has a 5.55 bullpen ERA. That will be the difference.

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Over/Under

OVER 7.5 (-120) is the best play on the board.

The Tigers have allowed 4 or more runs in 5 of 6 games so far, and the Detroit pitching staff ranks 29th with a 6.23 ERA to date.

The Red Sox have allowed 4 or more runs in each contest, and Boston is just ahead of Detroit’s staff with a 6.00 ERA (28th).

Expect a beer-league softball game with plenty of runs to break out at Comerica. The winds will also be blowing out from right field to left field at a 14-17 mph clip, helping the offense.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Blue Jays (2-3) and Kansas City Royals (1-4) play the 3rd game of a 4-game set Wednesday at Kauffman Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Royals odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Blue Jays won as -166 favorites 4-1 as the Under (10.5) hit Tuesday. 3B Matt Chapman finished 3-for-4 with a double as Toronto ended its 3-game skid.

The Royals scored just 1 run Tuesday after plating a combined 13 in their 2 previous games. Kansas City held a brief 1-0 lead after DH Franmil Reyes homered in the 2nd inning.

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Blue Jays at Royals projected starters

RHP Alek Manoah vs. RHP Zack Greinke

Manoah (0-0, 13.50 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 3.30 WHIP, 5.4 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 3 1/3 IP.

  • 2022: 16-7 with a 2.24 ERA (0.99 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9, 8.2 K/9 in 196 2/3 IP)
  • Career vs. the Royals: 3-0 with a 0.45 ERA (20 IP, 1 ER) in 3 starts

Greinke (0-1, 3.38 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.31 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 through 5 1/3 IP.

  • 2022: 4-9 with a 3.68 ERA (1.34 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9, 4.8 K/9 in 137 IP)
  • Career vs. Toronto: 5-5 with a 4.08 ERA (81 2/3 IP, 37 ER) in 15 appearances (13 starts)

Blue Jays at Royals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:19 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Royals +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (-110) | Royals +1.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Blue Jays at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 6, Royals 3

Moneyline

PASS.

Manoah should bounce back from a disappointing outing at the St. Louis Cardinals last time out and lead Toronto (-185) to a win, but there is no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when the Blue Jays should win by multiple runs. Bet the run line and/or total instead.

Run line/Against the spread

BET BLUE JAYS -1.5 (-110).

Greinke is in the twilight of his career and has struggled vs. the Blue Jays. Toronto is 2nd in hits per game (10.6) and should be able to attack Greinke early to secure a multiple-run lead. It is unlikely that Manoah will get blown up for a 2nd straight game and the Blue Jays should be able to capitalize on their clear pitching advantage.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 8.5 (-105).

The Over is 4-1 in Toronto’s last 5 games and 9-3 in Kansas City’s last 12. The Blue Jays should be able to make a lot of contact off Greinke early and continue their hot hitting as the Over hits Wednesday.

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New York Mets at Milwaukee Brewers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New York Mets at Milwaukee Brewers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Mets (3-3) take on the Milwaukee Brewers (4-1) in the finale of a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch at American Family Field is scheduled for 1:40 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mets vs. Brewers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Brewers lead 2-0.

The Mets lost 9-0 to the Brewers Tuesday as RHP Max Scherzer struggled on the mound. The righty was tagged for 5 ER on 8 H (3 HR) and 2 BB with 2 K across 5 1/3 IP.

The Brewers have outscored the Mets 19-0 in the first 2-game of the series. Milwaukee hit 5 HR Tuesday with OF Garrett Mitchell and 3B Brian Anderson contributing 2 each.

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Mets at Brewers projected starters

LHP David Peterson vs. RHP Corbin Burnes

Peterson (0-1, 1.80 ERA) will make his 2nd start of the season. He allowed 1 ER on 8 H and 1 BB with 5 K over 5 IP in his debut at the Miami Marlins Friday.

  • Finished 2022 in the bullpen for his final 7 appearances and hasn’t been credited with a win since Aug. 27.
  • Went 0-1 with a 9.64 ERA and 1.93 WHIP in 1 start and 1 relief appearance vs. Milwaukee last season.

Burnes (0-1, 7.20 ERA) will make his 2nd start. He allowed 4 ER on 4 H and 3 BB with 3 K over 5 IP in his debut at the Chicago Cubs Thursday.

  • Only allowed more than 3 ER once in his final 6 starts last season (5 ER allowed to the Mets on Sept. 19).
  • Went 1-1 with a combined 5.40 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 9.3 K/9 while allowing a .267 opponent batting average (OBA) in 2 starts against the Mets last season.

Mets at Brewers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Mets +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Brewers -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Mets +1.5 (-185) | Brewers -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Mets at Brewers picks and predictions

Prediction

Brewers 5, Mets 3

Moneyline

I’ll back the BREWERS (-135) Wednesday despite Burnes struggling in his 1st start of the season. I expect him to bounce back and Milwaukee’s bats are hot right now.

Run line/Against the spread

BREWERS -1.5 (+150) has solid value as Milwaukee looks to complete the series sweep over New York. The Brewers have outscored the Mets 25-0 in the last 3 meetings dating back to last season.

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 7.5 (-120).

The winner has scored at least 5 runs in 8 of the last 10 meetings between these clubs. The Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Milwaukee and is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings overall.

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Minnesota Twins at Miami Marlins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Twins at Miami Marlins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Twins (4-1) and Miami Marlins (2-4) meet Wednesday to put a bow on a 3-game series at loanDepot park. First pitch is slated for 1:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Marlins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Twins, who went just 32-49 (.395) away from home last season, opened with 4 straight road win, but after scoring 11 runs on Monday, they failed to score a run in Tuesday’s 2nd game.

On Monday, Miami scored just 1 run on 12 hits. On Tuesday, the Marlins and Twins combined for just 6 hits. The Fish scored 1 again, but it was enough in a 1-0 victory as ace Sandy Alcantara pitched a complete game allowing just 3 hits, 1 BB with 5 K’s.

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Twins at Marlins projected starters

RHP Pablo Lopez vs. RHP Jesus Luzardo

Lopez (1-0, 0.00 ERA) is making his 2nd start of the season. He has a 0.94 WHIP, 5.1 BB/9 and 13.5 K/9 through 5 1/3 IP.

  • Pitched the last 5 years for the Marlins; had a 3.75 ERA, 1.17 WHIP in 180 IP for the Marlins last season
  • Owns a career 3.45 ERA in Miami’s home park
  • Has held opposing batters to a .567 OPS in 17 career March/April games.

Luzardo (1-0, 0.00 ERA) is tabbed for his 2nd start. He owns a 1.06 WHIP, 6.4 BB/9 and 7.9 K/9 through 5 2/3 IP.

  • Had a breakthrough in 2022 with a 3.32 ERA in 18 starts covering 100 1/3 IP
  • Owns a 3.88 ERA across 10 career games in March/April

Twins at Marlins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:56 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Twins -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Marlins -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins -1.5 (+150) | Marlins +1.5 (-185)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Twins at Marlins picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 4, Minnesota 2

Moneyline

Peg the Twins as being a little schedule-overrated so far. This game ends the road trip and their home opener at Target Field is Thursday. Minnesota went 2-9 over its last 9 road get-away games last season.

Both starters are solid, but figure the Marlins offense — stuck on 2.00 runs per game so far — as being unlucky around the margins (low batting average on balls in play in leadoff and scoring situations).

MARLINS (-105) or better is the overall value side here.

Run line/Against the spread

A Miami lean and the quality pitching here makes the RL something to look into … until we see the price. Too much juice floats that tag, and its best to STEER CLEAR of this play.

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Over/Under

Good starters, rested bullpens on a get-away day. Both starters have pitched well in early-season games in the past. Lopez figures to have some local knowledge in his return to South Florida.

TAKE THE UNDER 7 (+100).

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Philadelphia Phillies at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Philadelphia Phillies at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Phillies (1-4) and New York Yankees (3-2) close out a 3-game series Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Phillies vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1.

The Phillies notched their 1st win of the season Tuesday with a 4-1 victory over the Yankees. OF Kyle Schwarber hit his 1st HR of the season in what could be a step out of his early season slump hitting .136. Five pitchers combined to allow just a run on 4 hits, and they’ll need their ace Aaron Nola to go deep Wednesday.

It was a rare day for the Yanks, who had scored at least 5 runs in every other game this season. They’ll attempt to shake the rust off quickly in what should be a fun gamee with their ace Gerrit Cole on the mound as well.

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Phillies at Yankees projected starters

RHP Aaron Nola vs. LHP Gerrit Cole

Nola is 0-0 in 1 start with a 12.27 ERA, 1.64 WHIP, 4.9 BB/9 and 9.8 K/9 in 3 2/3 IP.

  • Hasn’t faced NYY since 2021, when he had a 2.77 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 14 K’s in 13 IP over 2 GS
  • Was a better road pitcher with a 3.00 ERA against a 3.53 home ERA in 16 starts each last year.

Cole is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, 3.0 BB/9 and 16.5 K/9 in 6 IP.

  • Has not faced the Phillies the last 2 seasons
  • Was better at home last year with a 3.20 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 12.1 K/9 vs. 3.81 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 11.0 K/9 on road

Phillies at Yankees odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:08 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Phillies +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Yankees -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Phillies +1.5 (-165) | Yankees -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Phillies at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 4, Phillies 2

Moneyline

Offense should be at a premium Wednesday, and the Yankees have enough to grind out a game like that over a team slumping offensively with a tired bullpen. Nola was not sharp in his 1st start, and Cole was lights-out. The Yankees are at a good price with their ace.

Take the YANKEES -160.

Run line/Against the spread

The Yankees should get it done by more than a run, but runs will be hard to come by Wednesday. I’ll PASS on the spread and head to the Win/Total section. The YANKEES AND UNDER 8.5 RUNS +160 looks great. I’d also throw a HALF-UNIT at YANKEES AND UNDER 7.5 +195.

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Over/Under

It’s slated to be 52 degrees with a 10-mph wind blowing straight in from center field. So the ballpark will play big Wednesday. The Yankees are just 2-3 O/U despite scoring 5 runs in all but 1 game. With the weather conditions and the talent on the mound, this UNDER 7 (-120) should hold.

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Los Angeles Angels at Seattle Mariners odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Angels at Seattle Mariners odds and lines, with expert MLB picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Angels (3-2) and the Seattle Mariners (2-4) wrap up a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch at T-Mobile Park is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Angels vs. Mariners odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: The teams have split the first 2 games of the season series. Los Angeles won the series 10-9 in 2022.

The Angels saw their 3-game win streak snapped in a big way Tuesday, suffering an 11-2 setback in the middle game of this 3-game set. The Halos had just 2 extra-base hits to 8 for the Mariners.

The M’s earned their 1st victory since Opening Day with the win Tuesday, snapping a 4-game skid. Seattle busted out the lumber in a big way, collecting 13 hits, including 2 hits apiece by the top 6 batters in the order. OFs Teoscar Hernandez and A.J. Pollock each swatted a pair of homers.

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Angels at Mariners projected starters

RHP Shohei Ohtani vs. RHP Chris Flexen

Ohtani makes his 2nd start of the season on the mound. He allowed 2 hits and 3 walks with 10 K across 6 scoreless innings in a no-decision at the Oakland Athletics Thursday.

  • Posted a 2-0 record with a 0.95 ERA and .188 opponent batting average (OBA) with 22 K across 19 IP in 3 starts vs. Seattle in 2022.
  • Went 8-5 with a 2.92 ERA and .207 OBA with 100 K across 77 IP in 14 road starts last season.

Flexen makes his 1st start and 2nd appearance of the season. He allowed 1 ER, 4 H, 3 BB and 1 K across 4 IP in a 66-pitch relief appearance Friday against the Cleveland Guardians

  • Managed a 5-4 record, 4.11 ERA and .262 OBA with 9 HR allowed across 61 1/3 IP in 10 starts and 4 relief appearances at home in ’22.
  • Had a 1-1 record, 5.00 ERA and 3 HR with 14 K across 18 IP in 3 starts and 1 relief appearance vs. Los Angeles in 2022.

Angels at Mariners odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:18 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Angels -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Mariners +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Angels -1.5 (+120) | Mariners +1.5 (-145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Angels at Mariners picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 6, Mariners 2

Moneyline

The ANGELS (-145) are worth backing with the All-Star Ohtani on the bump. He was dominant against the Mariners last season, and the Angels were 7-2 in the past 9 games against a right-handed starting pitcher dating back to last season.

The Halos have also won 9 of the past 13 games inside the AL West Division dating back to last season, too.

The Mariners snapped a 5-game losing streak inside the division Tuesday, but they still have plenty of work to do. Seattle is also 1-4 in the past 5 at home vs. RHP.

Run line/Against the spread

The ANGELS -1.5 (+120) are a decent value at plus money with Ohtani on the hill. That’s especially so since the Mariners have had trouble solving Ohtani, and right-handers in general.

If you like the Halos to win, you should like them on the run line, too. The Angels have won each of their 3 games by 4 or more runs.

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Over/Under

OVER 7 (-115) is the lean in the series finale.

The Over has cashed in 2 in a row, and 3 of the past 4, for the Angels. The Over has hit in 3 straight outings for the Mariners, too.

The Over is 9-2 in the past 11 meetings between these teams and is 4-0 in the past 4 battles at T-Mobile Park.

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