MLB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 16th August 2024

It's time for baseball on Friday, August 16, featuring 12 regular-season MLB games to bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each matchup on today's slate and identified the top three betting opportunities, with the best bet of the day coming in the White Sox vs. Astros matchup at 8:10PM ET.

Another game that we're wagering on today is the Nationals vs. Phillies, ensuring an exciting Friday for MLB betting.

MLB Best Bets for Today

Friday's MLB action features three bets with a betting edge according to our model. The best value is White Sox +1.5, offering an edge of 3.1% at odds of +105.

Top MLB Picks for 16th August 2024

Prepare for a thrilling day of baseball action with our top picks for 16th August 2024. These picks provide valuable prospects for success, thanks to precise data analysis and predictive algorithms.

Having analyzed every run line, total and moneyline, each pick is carefully chosen to deliver an edge in today's baseball matchups.

Add to your Friday betting session with these scientifically curated predictions, free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.

White Sox +1.5 (+105)

• White Sox vs. Astros (8:10PM ET, Friday)
• 3.1% edge
• 51.9% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

With a calculated edge of 3.1% and a probability of 51.9%, the White Sox +1.5 run line bet at +105 is our top pick for today's baseball. Don't miss this top pick in the White Sox vs. Astros matchup at 8:10PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Nationals +1.5 (+116)

• Nationals vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET, Friday)
• 3.0% edge
• 49.3% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

With a probability of 49.3% and an edge of 3.0%, the Nationals +1.5 run line bet at +116 is another valuable opportunity. Place your bet on this +EV pick in the Nationals vs. Phillies game before it begins at 6:40PM ET, with the best odds available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

White Sox ML (+235)

• White Sox vs. Astros (8:10PM ET, Friday)
• 2.7% edge
• 32.6% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Offering an edge of 2.7% and a probability of 32.6%, the White Sox ML bet at +235 with DraftKings Sportsbook is our next top play for today's MLB. Don't let these odds pass you by in the White Sox vs. Astros matchup at 8:10PM ET.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, our MLB play of the day is the White Sox to cover the +1.5 run line. Additionally, we have two further bets, offering value for those seeking data-driven action on today's baseball games.

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