Orioles vs. Rays Picks & Best Bets 9th Aug 2024: MLB Prediction, Betting Odds, Player Props & Trends

The Tampa Bay Rays will face the Baltimore Orioles in MLB action on Friday at Tropicana Field, starting at 6:50 p.m. ET.

We run 10,000 simulations of Friday's MLB matchup using advanced AI technology to determine the best Orioles vs. Rays bets, player props and predictions.

Based on these simulations, we predict that the Orioles have a 54% chance of defeating the Rays.

To maximize the value of predictions like this, we continually source the most favorable odds for each market. This means that the sportsbooks listed below are currently offering the highest payouts for the plays identified.

Our Orioles vs. Rays Betting Picks & Predictions

Today's Orioles vs. Rays picks combine the power of AI, statistics and analytics to generate MLB picks that are free from the emotional biases often associated with human-made picks.

Orioles vs. Rays Game Information

• Game Date: Friday, August 9th, 2024
• Game Time: 6:50 p.m. ET
• Location: Tropicana Field
• Run Line: Orioles -1.5 / Rays +1.5
• Moneyline: Orioles -130 / Rays +120
• Scoring Total: Over/Under 8 Runs (-108/-110)

Rays +1.5 @ -152 via FanDuel Sportsbook

• According to our simulations, the Rays have a 60% chance of covering the run line, while the Orioles have a probability of 40%.
• FanDuel Sportsbook offers the best odds for this bet at -152.

Total Runs Over 8 @ -108 via DraftKings Sportsbook

• The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8, with DraftKings Sportsbook offering the best odds for the over at -108.
• Our analysis suggests a slightly higher probability that the total will go over 8 runs, which presents better value compared to betting on the under.

Orioles vs. Rays Moneyline Odds

The sportsbooks have released the moneyline odds for this matchup, with the Baltimore Orioles at -130 via FanDuel Sportsbook, whilst the Tampa Bay Rays are available at +120 with BetMGM.

According to the model, the Orioles are favored to win this game, with our projections giving them a 54% chance of victory.

Although the Orioles are more likely to win, BetMGM offers +120 odds on the Rays moneyline, providing an edge of 0.9%. This makes it our recommended moneyline bet.

Our Player Prop Picks for Orioles vs. Rays

Here are the top MLB player props for Friday's Orioles vs. Rays matchup.

Baltimore Orioles Prediction - Zach Eflin Under 1.5 Walks Allowed (-225)

• Our top prop bet for the Orioles is on Zach Eflin to record under 1.5 walks allowed.
• Our analysis projects this prop to have a probability of 77.2%, providing an edge of 8.0% over the -225 odds offered by BetMGM.

Tampa Bay Rays Prediction - Zack Littell Under 17.5 Outs (-130)

• Our best prop bet for the Rays is on Zack Littell to have under 17.5 outs.
• According to our analysis, this prop has a probability of 70.5%, providing an edge of 13.9% on the -130 odds available at BetMGM.

These MLB player props today are based purely on advanced modeling techniques that factor in variables including but not limited to past form and opponent trends, meaning you can trust that there is no bias that comes into play.

Orioles vs. Rays Betting Trends

In addition to our MLB prop picks, we have compiled the best Orioles vs. Rays trends to enhance your research and betting strategy for this game.

Anthony Santander to Record a Hit

Anthony Santander has recorded at least one hit in 21 of his last 25 appearances (84% success rate). You can wager on him to do it again at odds of -245 (71% implied probability), available at DraftKings.

Ryan Mountcastle to Record a Hit

Ryan Mountcastle has recorded at least one hit in 9 of his last 12 games (75%). You can place a wager on him to get another one at odds of -240 (71%), also available at DraftKings.

Dylan Carlson to Hit a Home Run

Dylan Carlson has hit at least one home run in 1 of his last 10 games (10%). You can bet on him to homer again at odds of +950 (10%), available at Bet365.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, we're backing Zack Littell of the Rays to record under 17.5 outs, with an edge of 13.9% marking this as our top prop bet of the game. Additionally, we're betting on the Rays +1.5 to cover.

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