MLB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 31st May 2024

It's time for baseball on Friday, May 31, with 15 regular-season MLB games to bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each of today's matchups and identified the top five betting opportunities, with the standout bet of the day coming in the Athletics vs. Braves matchup at 7:20pm ET.

We're also placing wagers on the Rockies vs. Dodgers and Nationals vs. Guardians, making for an exciting Friday for MLB betting.

MLB Best Bets for Today

Friday's MLB action features five bets with a betting edge according to our model. Leading the way is over 8 runs in the Athletics-Braves game, offering an edge of 8.5% at odds of -112.

Top MLB Picks for 31st May 2024

Prepare for an exciting day of baseball action with our top picks for 31st May 2024. These picks provide valuable opportunities for success, based on detailed 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.

Enhance your Friday betting session with these scientifically curated selections that are free from the emotional biases often associated with human-made picks.

Athletics vs. Braves Over 8 Runs (-112)

• Athletics vs. Braves (7:20pm ET, Friday)
• 8.5% edge
• 61.3% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

With a calculated edge of 8.5% and a high probability of 61.3%, the over 8 runs bet at -112 is our best bet for today's baseball. Don't miss this +EV play in the Athletics vs. Braves matchup at 7:20pm ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Rockies +1.5 (+130)

• Rockies vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• 4.5% edge
• 48% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

With a probability of 48% and an edge of 4.5%, the Rockies +1.5 run line bet at +130 is another strong option. Place your bet on this high-value pick in the Rockies vs. Dodgers game before it begins at 10:10PM ET, with the best odds available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Nationals +1.5 (-108)

• Nationals vs. Guardians (7:10PM ET, Friday)
• 4.0% edge
• 56% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

Offering an edge of 4.0% and a probability of 56%, the Nationals +1.5 run line bet at -108 with FanDuel Sportsbook is our next top wager for Friday's MLB. Don't let these odds pass you by in the Nationals vs. Guardians matchup at 7:10PM ET.

Nationals vs. Guardians Over 7.5 Runs (-115)

• Nationals vs. Guardians (7:10PM ET, Friday)
• 4.0% edge
• 57.5% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Today's fourth pick is over 7.5 runs at -115, with a probability of 57.5% and an edge of 4.0%. Don't miss this prime betting chance in the Nationals vs. Guardians matchup at 7:10PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Rockies ML (+280)

• Rockies vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• 4.0% edge
• 31.1% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Our MLB analysis highlights the Rockies ML at +280 as another top wager, backed by an edge of 4.0% and a 31.1% chance of hitting. Capitalize on this advantageous betting opportunity in the Rockies vs. Dodgers game at 10:10PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Best MLB Parlay for Friday

Friday's MLB parlay consists of three legs, offering odds of +714 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, our MLB play of the day is over 8 runs in the Athletics vs. Braves game. Additionally, we have four further bets and a +714 parlay, offering value for those seeking data-driven wagers on today’s baseball games.

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