MLB Picks

After blowing a FAT 8-3 lead last night, the Rangers will likely be flat on Friday as negative emotions are typical in this scenario. Read our Tex/Bos preview and see how we’re betting the game here!

We wouldn’t normally feature an Oakland A’s vs. Baltimore Orioles game, however, this game presents one of the better wagering opportunites on Friday’s card as both JP Sears and Dean Kremer are pitching excellent.

At time of print, Clayton Kershaw is scheduled to return from injury to face Chris Bassitt and the New York Mets. He’ll surely be on a pitch count so take that into consideration before backing the Dodgers if that’s your pick!

The much anticipated arrival of A’s lefty Ken Waldichuk has finally arrived! This guy fanned 349 minor league hitters in only 234.1 innings! He’s only allowed a .199 average to opposing hitters as well. While it’s not wise to bet on rookies, because he’ll surely have butterflies, it’s tempting at the cheap price of -110 against Paolo Espino, who has a 5.90 ERA over the past couple months. Get our Oak/Wash bet recommendation here!

Royals pitcher Daniel Mengden makes his first appearance in a Major League uniform since June 25th. He’ll face pitch-to-contact veteran Johnny Cueto in a day game at Guaranteed Rate Field where the ChiSox are listed as heavy -220 favorites. Get our KC/CWS pick here!

Thursday’s MLB card offers an eight-game slate, which includes four day games, the first being the Seattle Mariners vs. Detroit Tigers. Logan Gilbert has pitched pretty well this season, with exception of his struggles vs. the Yankees. Eduardo Rodriguez has been lights out since returning, allowing only one earned run in eleven innings. Runs could be at a premium Monday afternoon at Comerica Park!

The Arizona Diamondbacks opened a can on the Phillies and Aaron Nola last night. Look for more of the same tonight with a young and shaky Bailey Falter on the road against Tommy Henry, who has been pitching lights out, allowing one earned run or less in three of his last four starts. Read our Phi/AZ game preview and get our Phi/AZ bet recommendation here!