MLB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 29th August 2024

It's time for baseball on Thursday, August 29, featuring 11 regular-season MLB games to bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each game and identified the top five betting opportunities, with the best bet of the day coming in the Rangers vs. White Sox matchup at 2:10PM ET.

We're also placing wagers on the Blue Jays vs. Red Sox and Padres vs. Cardinals, ensuring an exciting Thursday for MLB betting.

MLB Best Bets for Today

Thursday's MLB slate features five bets with a betting edge according to our model. The best value is White Sox +1.5, offering an edge of 5.0% at odds of +136.

Top MLB Picks for 29th August 2024

Prepare for an electrifying day of baseball action with our top picks for 29th August 2024. These picks provide valuable prospects for success, based on carefully constructed data analysis and predictive algorithms.

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

Boost your Thursday betting experience with these strategically curated predictions that are free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.

White Sox +1.5 (+136)

• Rangers vs. White Sox (2:10PM ET, Thursday)
• 5.0% edge
• 47.4% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

With a calculated edge of 5.0% and a probability of 47.4%, the White Sox +1.5 run line bet at +136 is our best bet for today's baseball. Don't miss this value play in the Rangers vs. White Sox matchup at 2:10PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Over 8.5 Runs (-105)

• Blue Jays vs. Red Sox (7:10PM ET, Thursday)
• 4.2% edge
• 55.4% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

With a probability of 55.4% and an edge of 4.2%, the over 8.5 runs bet at -105 is another compelling option. Place your bet on this +EV pick in the Blue Jays vs. Red Sox game before it begins at 7:10PM ET, with the best odds available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

White Sox ML (+215)

• Rangers vs. White Sox (2:10PM ET, Thursday)
• 3.9% edge
• 34.5% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Offering an edge of 3.9% and a probability of 34.5%, the White Sox ML bet at +215 with DraftKings Sportsbook is our next recommended bet for today's MLB. Don't let these odds pass you by in the Rangers vs. White Sox matchup at 2:10PM ET.

Padres ML (-102)

• Padres vs. Cardinals (2:15PM ET, Thursday)
• 3.1% edge
• 52.6% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Today's fourth pick is the Padres ML at -102, with a probability of 52.6% and an edge of 3.1%. Don't miss out on this prime betting opportunity in the Padres vs. Cardinals matchup at 2:15PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Mets vs. Diamondbacks Over 8 Runs (-115)

• Mets vs. Diamondbacks (3:40PM ET, Thursday)
• 3.1% edge
• 56.5% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Our MLB analysis highlights the over 8 runs at -115 as another top wager, backed by an edge of 3.1% and a 56.5% chance of coming through. Capitalize on this advantageous bet in the Mets vs. Diamondbacks game at 3:40PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Best MLB Parlay for Thursday

Thursday's MLB parlay consists of three legs, offering odds of +812 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

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 +812 parlay, offering value for those seeking data-driven plays on today's baseball slate.

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