MLB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 5th July 2024

Get ready for baseball on Friday, July 5, with 14 regular-season MLB games that we can bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each of today's gamess and identified the top five betting opportunities, with the standout bet of the day coming in the Tigers vs. Reds matchup at 7:10PM ET.

We're also placing wagers on the Phillies vs. Braves and Orioles vs. Athletics, promising an exciting Friday for MLB betting.

MLB Best Bets for Today

Friday's MLB action features five bets with an edge according to our model. Leading the way is Tigers -1.5, offering an edge of 7.9% at odds of +164.

Top MLB Picks for 5th July 2024

Prepare for an exciting day of baseball action with our top picks for 5th July 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 carefully chosen to deliver an edge in today's baseball matchups.

Amplify your Friday betting experience with these expertly curated predictions, free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.

Tigers -1.5 (+164)

• Tigers vs. Reds (7:10PM ET, Friday)
• 7.9% edge
• 45.7% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

With a calculated edge of 7.9% and a probability of 45.7%, the Tigers -1.5 run line bet at +164 is our best bet for today's baseball. Don't miss this top bet in the Tigers vs. Reds matchup at 7:10PM ET, available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Phillies vs. Braves Over 7.5 Runs (-110)

• Phillies vs. Braves (7:20PM ET, Friday)
• 3.9% edge
• 56.3% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

With a probability of 56.3% and an edge of 3.9%, the over 7.5 runs bet at -110 is another compelling play. Place your bet on this +EV pick in the Phillies vs. Braves game before it begins at 7:20PM ET, with the best odds available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Athletics +1.5 (-115)

• Orioles vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Friday)
• 3.7% edge
• 57.2% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

With an edge of 3.7% and a probability of 57.2%, the Athletics +1.5 run line bet at -115 with BetMGM is our next recommended bet for today's MLB. Don't let this chance pass by in the Orioles vs. Athletics matchup at 9:40PM ET.

Athletics ML (+140)

• Orioles vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Friday)
• 2.5% edge
• 44.2% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

Today's fourth pick is the Athletics ML at plus-money odds of +140, with a probability of 44.2% and an edge of 2.5%. Don't miss out on this top betting chance in the Orioles vs. Athletics matchup at 9:40PM ET, available at BetMGM.

Angels vs. Cubs Under 9.5 Runs (-105)

• Angels vs. Cubs (2:20PM ET, Friday)
• 2.4% edge
• 53.6% probability
• Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook

Our MLB analysis highlights the under 9.5 runs at -105 as another +EV bet, backed by an edge of 2.4% and a 53.6% chance of cashing. Jump on this advantageous bet in the Angels vs. Cubs game at 2:20PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Best MLB Parlay for Friday

Friday's MLB parlay consists of three legs, offering odds of +700 at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, our MLB play of the day is the Tigers to cover the 0 run line. Additionally, we have four further bets and a +700 parlay, offering value for those seeking data-driven plays on today's baseball matchups.

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