MLB picks on Saturday are headlined by Rangers vs. Twins, Padres vs. Brewers and Astros vs. Tigers.
Random, sure — but there’s a wrinkle to the madness.
After crunching MLB odds for Saturday, a 58%-winning model activated with predictions to make tonight for Rangers vs. Twins, Padres vs. Brewers and Astros vs. Tigers.
Betting systems in MLB PRO are backtested over a large sample size and curated by our very own MLB experts.
Here’s how the MLB model applies to all three games tonight — and the three betting picks to make Saturday.
MLB odds and data as of Saturday
MLB Picks Saturday, August 26
Rangers vs. Twins Picks
This model has been a staple in our arsenal all season.
Recently, it ripped off a 19-3 stretch over a small, 22-game sample.
Action Network’s High-Strikeout Pitchers PRO system is live for Rangers vs. Twins — and it’s a bet on the game going under the total.
The MLB model has value on:
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- The under
- Between two high-strikeout starting pitchers
- When the closing total is 8 or more
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Max Scherzer and Joe Ryan have been awesome in the strikeout department this season, fitting the model parameters to a tee.
PRO Report Prediction: Rangers vs. Twins Under
Padres vs. Brewers Picks
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Both the Padres and Brewers have been two of the best ‘under’ teams in baseball this season.
PRO Report Prediction: Padres vs. Brewers Under
Astros vs. Tigers Picks
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PRO Report Prediction: Astros vs. Tigers Under
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