MLB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 21st August 2024

Get ready for baseball on Wednesday, August 21, featuring 14 regular-season MLB games to bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each game on today's slate and identified the top five betting opportunities, with the best bet of the day coming in the White Sox vs. Giants matchup at 3:45PM ET.

We're also placing wagers on the Guardians vs. Yankees and Rays vs. Athletics, promising an exciting Wednesday for MLB betting.

MLB Best Bets for Today

Wednesday's MLB slate features five bets with an edge according to our model. Leading the way is White Sox +1.5, offering an edge of 5.1% at odds of -115.

Top MLB Picks for 21st August 2024

Prepare for a thrilling day of baseball action with our top picks for 21st August 2024. These picks provide valuable prospects for success, based on rigorous data analysis and predictive algorithms.

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

Elevate your Wednesday betting session with these expertly curated predictions that are free from the emotional biases often associated with human-made picks.

White Sox +1.5 (-115)

• White Sox vs. Giants (3:45PM ET, Wednesday)
• 5.1% edge
• 58.6% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

With a calculated edge of 5.1% and a probability of 58.6%, the White Sox +1.5 run line bet at -115 is our best bet for today's baseball. Don't miss this top bet in the White Sox vs. Giants matchup at 3:45PM ET, available at BetMGM.

White Sox ML (+200)

• White Sox vs. Giants (3:45PM ET, Wednesday)
• 4.3% edge
• 37.7% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

With a probability of 37.7% and an edge of 4.3%, the White Sox ML bet at +200 is another valuable option. Place your bet on this high-value pick in the White Sox vs. Giants game before it begins at 3:45PM ET, with the best odds available at BetMGM.

Guardians ML (+165)

• Guardians vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Wednesday)
• 3.2% edge
• 40.9% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

Offering an edge of 3.2% and a probability of 40.9%, the Guardians ML bet at +165 with BetMGM is our next recommended play for today. Don't let these odds pass you by in the Guardians vs. Yankees matchup at 7:05PM ET.

Rays vs. Athletics Over 7.5 Runs (-102)

• Rays vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Wednesday)
• 3.2% edge
• 53.7% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Today's next bet is over 7.5 runs at -102, with a probability of 53.7% and an edge of 3.2%. Take advantage of this top betting play in the Rays vs. Athletics matchup at 9:40PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Red Sox vs. Astros Over 8.5 Runs (-112)

• Red Sox vs. Astros (2:10PM ET, Wednesday)
• 2.9% edge
• 55.7% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

Our MLB analysis shows the over 8.5 runs at -112 as another top bet, backed by an edge of 2.9% and a 55.7% chance of cashing. Capitalize on this favorable bet in the Red Sox vs. Astros game at 2:10PM ET, available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Best MLB Parlay for Wednesday

Wednesday's MLB parlay consists of three legs, offering odds of +1188 at BetMGM.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, our MLB play of the day is the White Sox to cover the +1.5 run line. Additionally, we have four further bets and a +1188 parlay, offering value for those seeking data-driven action on today's baseball matchups.

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