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MLS Picks: Houston Dynamo vs. Colorado Rapids preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Houston Dynamo vs. Colorado Rapids sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In a Sunday MLS match, the Colorado Rapids (7 wins, 6 losses, 4 draws) travels to meet the Houston Dynamo (4-9-9) at 6:30 p.m. ET.

Below, we preview the Houston vs. Colorado betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and predictions.

Houston vs. Colorado: Key injuries

Houston

  • F Michael Salazar (knee) out
  • M Matias Vera (suspension) out

Colorado

  • D Kortne Ford (knee) out
  • M Collen Warner (undisclosed) out

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Houston vs. Colorado: MLS betting odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:43 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Colorado Rapids 2, Houston Dynamo 1

Money line (ML)

The COLORADO RAPIDS (+200) are a value on the road, although it’s uncertain if they’ll sub out key members to preserve them for the playoffs or try to finish strong and build momentum. Houston (+115) is playing its final game of the disappointing campaign. However, the Dynamo have given the Rapids fits over the years. In fact, they have two wins, three draws and no losses in the previous five meetings in this series – Colorado won the most recent match 1-0 in Houston on Sept. 10, 2017. If the Rapids were ever going to break the dominance of Dynamo, it’s here, but resting of top players muddles the picture a bit.

Over/Under (O/U)

PASS. I’m just not feeling Over 3.5 (-106). Colorado could power it down a bit with a spot in the postseason already locked up, and Houston could also take its foot off the gas as this is a lame duck match since it’s already eliminated from playoff contention. With both sides facing nothing to play for, the offense might not flow nearly as much. Still, Colorado has averaged nearly two goals per game while posting a plus-6 goal differential, and Houston averages 1.3 goals per game while coughing up 1.7 goals per outing. The alternate line of Over 2.5 (-239) is tempting, but a bit expensive.

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MLS Picks: Orlando City SC vs. Nashville City SC preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Orlando City SC vs. Nashville City SC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In a Sunday MLS match, Orlando City SC (11 wins, 3 losses, 8 draws) hosts Nashville SC (7-7-8) at 3:30 p.m. ET.

Below, we preview the Orlando City SC vs. Nashville SC betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and predictions.

Orlando City SC vs. Nashville SC: Key injuries

Orlando City

  • F Dom Dwyer (knee) out
  • D Michael Halliday (undisclosed) out
  • M David Loera (undisclosed) out
  • D Joao Moutinho (groin) out
  • M Mauricio Pereyra (suspension – red card) out

Nashville SC

  • M/F Dominique Badji (undisclosed) out
  • M/F Abu Danladi (not medically cleared) out
  • M Jack Maher (undisclosed)

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Orlando City SC vs. Nashville SC: MLS betting odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:31 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, Nashville SC 1

Money line (ML)

ORLANDO CITY SC (-115) is coming off a 2-1 victory against the Columbus Crew Thursday, its third straight win while outscoring the opposition 7-2. It’s looking to wrap up the regular season with three points and head into the playoffs with momentum.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-106) is a good play in this one. The last time these teams met we saw a total of four goals on the board. In the past six matches for O. City, we have seen an average of 3.2 goals per game, while Nashville has averaged 2.2 goals per game. It won’t be end-to-end action, but we’ll inch across the finish line for at least three total goals. For an extra bonus, play YES (-134): BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE.

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MLS: Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Sporting Kansas City and the Vancouver Whitecaps lock horns Sunday at 11 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout stage game in the MLS is Back Tournament. The match will be played at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Kansas City-Vancouver sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: Key injuries

Sporting Kansas City

  • M Felipe Gutierrez (knee) out
  • D Andreu Fontas (quadriceps) out

Vancouver Whitecaps

  • M Janio Bikel (adductor) out
  • D Erik Godoy (quadriceps) out

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Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

Sporting Kansas City 4, Vancouver Whitecaps 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPORTING KANSAS CITY (-200) is a bit expensive at this price, but there is no way they’re falling to the Whitecaps (+475). SKC has posted a 4-0-1 mark over their past five meetings with Vancouver across all competitions, outscoring the ‘Caps by a 17-3 margin. Sporting has posted at least three goals in four of those outings, including a 3-1 win before the pause button was pressed back on March 1. In addition, betting SPORTING KC TO WIN AND BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+180) is a very nice value as well.

A winning $10 wager on Sporting Kansas City (-200) to win outright nets a profit of $5. A $10 wager on Vancouver (+475) to win would net a profit of $47.50, while a Draw or Tie (+375) would fetch a $37.50 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+135) should be a pretty solid value here on the alternate line, as Sporting Kansas City has the offensive firepower to take care of the total all on their own. As mentioned above, they have netted at least three goals in four of the previous five meetings against Vancouver.

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MLS: Toronto FC vs. New York City FC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Toronto FC vs. New York City FC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Toronto FC and New York City FC battle Sunday at 8:30 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout stage game at the MLS is Back Tournament. The match will be played in the bubble at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Toronto-New York sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Toronto FC vs. New York City FC: Key injuries

Toronto FC

  • M Ifunanyachi Achara (knee) out
  • D Justin Morrow (Achilles) out
  • M Jonathan Osorio (quadriceps) questionable

New York City FC

  • M Gedion Zelalem (knee) out
  • M Max Moralez (quad) out

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Toronto FC vs. New York City FC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:15 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Toronto FC 3, New York City 1

Moneyline (ML)

TORONTO FC (+125) went unbeaten in Group C play, winning a match and picking up two draws. They managed to net six goals with a plus-1 goal differential, just edging out New England for the top spot in the group.

Toronto’s firepower on offense will get them past NYCFC (+195).  They ended up third in Group A, scoring just two goals with a minus-2 goal differential.

A winning $10 wager on Toronto FC (+125) to win outright nets a profit of $12.50. A $10 wager on New York City FC (+195) to win would net $19.50, while a Draw or Tie (+275) would fetch a $27.50 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-167) looks pretty tasty here, mainly based upon Toronto’s wide-open style of play. TFC averaged two goals per game in the group stage while yielding 1.67. If those trends continue, we’ll see at least three total goals. NYCFC’s struggling offense is the biggest concern here, but they should find a little more success against Toronto.

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MLS: Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Philadelphia Union at New England Revolution sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Philadelphia Union tangles with the New England Revolution Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout match in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Philadelphia-New England sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution: Key injuries

Philadelphia Union

  • F Cory Burke (travel restrictions) out
  • F Andrew Wooten (leg) questionable

New England Revolution

  • M Luis Caicedo (knee) out
  • M Carles Gil (foot) questionable

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Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Philadelphia Union 1, New England Revolution 0

Moneyline (ML)

PHILADELPHIA UNION (+150) is coming off a spirited 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC last time out. They’re considered one of the favorites to win this entire thing, and their most difficult matchup of the knockout stages might be right here against the New England Revolution (+150). The books are pricing this one as a coin flip, with the Draw (+260) also available if there is a tie after full time.

I am feeling the Doopers, however. Philly looked good in scratching out four goals in group play while allowing just two. They edged Inter Miami CF in a great opening game to get their juices flowing, and the Orlando match showed a lot as they netted seven out of a possible nine points in group play.

New England’s defense clamped down, yielding only one goal in three group matches, but they scored just two. The Union have more offense and that will be the difference here. Philly is 4-0-1 in the previous five battles with the Revs.

A winning $10 wager on either Philadelphia Union (+150) or New England Revolution (+150) to win outright nets a profit of $15. A $10 wager on Draw or Tie (+260) would fetch a $26 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+115) is your best bet. The Revs have looked like they’re shooting into a hockey net rather than a soccer net, and their defense is in lockdown mode. Philly is also stout defensively, so goals should be at a premium here.

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MLS: Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Orlando City SC battles the Montreal Impact Saturday at 8 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout match in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Orlando-Montreal sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact: Key injuries

Montreal Impact

  • M Steeven Saba (foot) out
  • M Ballou Tabla (adductor) out

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Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 7:50 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, Montreal Impact 1

Moneyline (ML)

ORLANDO CITY SC (+100) is even-money in this one. Who woulda thunk it? Not much was expected of the purple-clad group, even if they are considered the unofficial “home” team in the Central Florida bubble.

They looked championship caliber in the group stages, going 2-0-1 with a plus-3 goal differential. They played a hard-fought 1-1 draw against the Philadelphia Union Tuesday, showing their championship mettle. Montreal (+260), on the other hand, eeked into the Round of 16 despite losses in two of three Group C contests. Momentum is on the side of OCSC.

You can also still bet Draw or Tie (+270), as you’d be a winner after full time, regardless of who would win in extra time or penalty kicks.

A winning $10 wager on Orlando City SC (+100) to win outright nets a profit of $10. A $10 wager on Montreal (+260) to win would net a profit of $26, while a Draw or Tie (+270) would fetch a $27 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-162) is a little on the steep side, but we have seen it before with these two on the same pitch. In fact, five of the past six in this series have seen at least three goals, including an Orlando City 3-0 win in the most recent meeting (June 1, 2019).

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MLS: LAFC vs. Portland Timbers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s LAFC vs. Portland Timbers sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

LAFC (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) mix it up with the Portland Timbers (2-0-0) Thursday at 10:30 p.m. ET in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. Below, we analyze the LAFC-Portland sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

LAFC vs. Portland Timbers: Key injuries

LAFC

  • F Adama Diomande (foot) questionable
  • F Adrien Perez (hamstring) out
  • D Danilo Silva (hamstring) questionable
  • F Carlos Vela (personal) out

Portland Timbers

  • M Dairon Asprilla (knee) out
  • F Felipe Mora (thigh) questionable

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LAFC vs. Portland Timbers: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

LAFC 3, Portland 2

Moneyline (ML)

Expect LAFC (-167) to put the peddle to the metal, just like when it routed the rival L.A. Galaxy by a 6-2 count last time out. Portland (+400) won each of its first two matches and are sitting pretty atop Group F with an invitation to the Round of 16 already extended. Look for LAFC, which has also qualified for the Round of 16, to finish up group play strong with a three-point night.

A $10 winning wager on LAFC (+167) to win outright nets a profit of $5.99. A $10 wager on Portland (+400) to win would net a profit of $40, while a Draw (+290) would fetch a $29 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+105) is worth some consideration here. LAFC rolled up six goals last time out, and it has nine goals with five conceded through two matches. Portland has scored four and yielded two, and knowing it already advanced, its lack of motivation in the offensive zone is a bit worrisome for Over bettors. Still, LAFC has enough firepower to see this thing across the finish line.

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MLS: Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Minnesota United FC (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) and the Colorado Rapids (0-2-0) wrap up Group C play on Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. ET in a Western Conference tussle in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. We analyze the Minnesota-Colorado sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids: Key injuries

Minnesota United FC

  • D Brent Kallman (suspension) out
  • M Kevin Molino (hamstring) questionable
  • D Ike Opara (personal) out

Colorado Rapids

  • D Kortne Ford (knee) out
  • M Jack Price (suspension – red card) out
  • D Danny Wilson (suspension – red card) out

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Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Minnesota United FC 2, Colorado Rapids 0

Moneyline (ML)

MINNESOTA UNITED FC (+115) is the play here, as Colorado (+200) has had a brutal stay in the bubble and are yet to pick up a point in two matches. In fact, the Rapids have a dismal minus-3 goal differential and enter this match knowing that they’re eliminated from Round of 16 contention, so they’re unlikely to offer a ton of resistance. Meanwhile, Minnesota enters with plenty on the line, including a potential ticket to the Round of 16 and seeding.

A winning $10 wager on Minnesota United FC (+115) returns a net profit of $11.50.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+125) is worth a small-unit play here. The Rapids have struggled mightily on offense in this tournament. While they have conceded five goals, and that’s a bit of a concern, Minnesota has found the back of the net just twice through two matches. In addition, UNDER 2.5 goals has cashed in each of the previous three meetings between these clubs across all competitions, including a pair of 1-0 decisions in the past two matches.

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MLS: FC Cincinnati vs. New York Red Bulls odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s FC Cincinnati vs. New York Red Bulls sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (1 win, 1 loss, 0 draws) faces the New York Red Bulls (1-1-0) in a pivotal final Group E matchup of the MLS is Back Tournament Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. The Red Bulls currently hold the second spot in the group with Cincinnati trailing by a minus-2 in goal differential. Below, we look at the odds and lines and make our best MLS picks and bets for the FC Cincinnati-New York Red Bulls matchup.

FC Cincinnati vs. New York Red Bulls: Key injuries

FC Cincinnati

  • M Jimmy McLaughlin (ankle) out
  • F Jurgen Locadia (quad) questionable
  • D Greg Garza (hamstring) questionable
  • M Allan Cruz (ankle) questionable

New York Red Bulls

  • M Mathias Jorgensen (hamstring) questionable

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FC Cincinnati vs. New York Red Bulls: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

New York Red Bulls 1, FC Cincinnati 0

Moneyline (ML)

Back NEW YORK (-115) as the favorites to join Columbus Crew SC in advancing out of Group E to the knockout stage.

Both teams have negative goal differentials in losses to Columbus and wins over the depleted Atlanta United SC. The Red Bulls are minus-1 with one goal scored and two allowed. Cincinnati is minus-3 with one goal for and four against.

Injuries have played a major role in FC Cincinnati’s struggles, while the Red Bulls have skated through the tournament at full health. Expect New York’s starters to stay in this game just long enough to secure the victory and advance to the next round before being pulled out in order to preserve the perfect injury list.

Over/Under (O/U)

These two clubs played to a 3-2 Red Bulls victory when they met in a March 1 matchup early this season. Both teams were shut out by Columbus while producing a clean sheet of their own over Atlanta to start the MLS is Back Tournament.

Look for the Red Bulls to get on the board early before dialing it back with the reserves on the pitch. Take UNDER 2.5 (+115) as a great value bet at plus-money.

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MLS Picks: Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota United FC odds and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota United FC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Real Salt Lake (1-0-0) and the Minnesota United FC (1-0-0) look to keep things rolling in the right direction at 10:30 p.m. ET on Friday in a Western Conference dustup in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. We analyze the Real Salt Lake-Minnesota United sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota United: Key injuries

Real Salt Lake

  • M Christopher Garcia (undisclosed) out
  • GK David Ochoa (thumb) out
  • D Nedem Onuoha (personal) out

Minnesota United

  • M Osvaldo Alonso (hamstring) doubtful
  • F Luis Amarilla (groin) doubtful
  • D Brent Kallman (suspension) out
  • D Ike Opara (injury rehab) out

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Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota United: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:55 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Minnesota United 2, Real Salt Lake 1

Moneyline (ML)

MINNESOTA UNITED (+150) is a slight favorite over defensive-minded Real Salt Lake (+165) in this one. United stunned Sporting KC Sunday with two goals in stoppage time in the second half, turning a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 win. United will take that momentum and energy and parlay it into a second consecutive win in the bubble, taking a less circuitous route to a 2-1 victory this time around. If you are feeling the 2-1 exact score in favor of Minnesota, it pays +900, by the way.

A winning $10 wager on Minnesota United (+150) returns a $15 net profit. A $10 wager on Minnesota winning by the exact score of 2-1 (+900) would pay $90.

Over/Under (O/U)

The line is OVER 2.5 (-154). Over bettors were treated to an amazing finish in Minnesota’s opener, while Under bettors were shaking their heads after a monumental bad beat. Look for at least three goals in this one, as Minnesota has plenty of firepower and it is missing two key defenders.

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