MLB picks today: Saturday's MLB best bets include Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks play [8/8/2026]
Get MLB picks today and best bets for Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Today’s MLB picks for August 8, 2026 are here, with Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks and Orioles vs. Rangers among the top plays identified by our model across Saturday’s MLB schedule.
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List of MLB best bets today [8/8, updated 3:05AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 MLB best bets, ranked by edge for Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Over 8.5 runs (+100)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 57.3%
- Matchup: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (8:10PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Over 8.5 runs in Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks at +100 odds. A 57.3% probability produces an edge of 7.3%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.
Orioles vs. Rangers Over 7.5 runs (+100)
- Edge: 6.7%
- Probability: 56.7%
- Matchup: Orioles vs. Rangers (7:15PM ET)
Orioles vs. Rangers over 7.5 runs carries a 6.7% edge and a probability of 56.7% at +100 odds, according to our model.
Twins vs. Brewers Over 8.5 runs (+113)
- Edge: 6.3%
- Probability: 53.3%
- Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET)
Twins vs. Brewers Over 8.5 runs at +113 odds shows a 6.3% edge, supported by a 53.3% probability in simulations.
Athletics ML (+233)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 36.1%
- Matchup: Athletics vs. Red Sox (4:10PM ET)
A 6.1% edge and 36.1% probability makes Athletics at the moneyline a value play in the Athletics vs. Red Sox matchup, per our model.
Athletics vs. Red Sox Over 9.5 runs (+117)
- Edge: 5.1%
- Probability: 51.2%
- Matchup: Athletics vs. Red Sox (4:10PM ET)
Athletics vs. Red Sox Over 9.5 runs at +117 odds presents a 5.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 51.2%.
Athletics +1.5 (+115)
- Edge: 5.1%
- Probability: 51.6%
- Matchup: Athletics vs. Red Sox (4:10PM ET)
Our model finds value on Athletics +1.5 at +115 odds, supported by an edge of 5.1%.
Braves vs. Yankees Over 7.5 runs (-102)
- Edge: 4.3%
- Probability: 54.8%
- Matchup: Braves vs. Yankees (3:05PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Braves vs. Yankees Over 7.5 runs at -102 odds. A 54.8% probability produces a 4.3% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
Twins ML (+138)
- Edge: 4.2%
- Probability: 46.2%
- Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET)
A 4.2% edge on a 46.2% probability makes Twins to win at +138 odds a solid value play in today's Twins vs. Brewers matchup.
Royals ML (+156)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 43.2%
- Matchup: Cubs vs. Royals (7:10PM ET)
Our model projects value on Royals to win at +156 odds. A 43.2% probability produces a 4.1% edge, making Royals the favorable ML play in today's matchup.
White Sox ML (+122)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 49.1%
- Matchup: Guardians vs. White Sox (7:15PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, White Sox to defeat Guardians at +122 odds shows a 49.1% probability and a 4.1% edge.
MLB best bets summary: Saturday, 8/8/2026
As of 3:05AM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks | Over 8.5 runs | +100 @ Polymarket | 7.3% | 57.3% |
| Orioles vs. Rangers | Over 7.5 runs | +100 @ Novig | 6.7% | 56.7% |
| Twins vs. Brewers | Over 8.5 Runs | +113 @ Novig | 6.3% | 53.3% |
| Athletics vs. Red Sox | Athletics ML | +233 @ Polymarket | 6.1% | 36.1% |
| Athletics vs. Red Sox | Over 9.5 Runs | +117 @ Polymarket | 5.1% | 51.2% |
| Athletics vs. Red Sox | Athletics +1.5 | +115 @ Novig | 5.1% | 51.6% |
| Braves vs. Yankees | Over 7.5 Runs | -102 @ Novig | 4.3% | 54.8% |
| Twins vs. Brewers | Twins ML | +138 @ Novig | 4.2% | 46.2% |
| Cubs vs. Royals | Royals ML | +156 @ Polymarket | 4.1% | 43.2% |
| Guardians vs. White Sox | White Sox ML | +122 @ Novig | 4.1% | 49.1% |
List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [8/8/2026]
- Braves vs. Yankees (3:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Angels vs. Marlins (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Athletics vs. Red Sox (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Blue Jays vs. Phillies (6:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Mets vs. Pirates (6:40PM ET, Saturday)
- Reds vs. Nationals (6:45PM ET, Saturday)
- Twins vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Cubs vs. Royals (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Orioles vs. Rangers (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Rockies vs. Cardinals (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Tigers vs. Giants (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Astros vs. Padres (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Guardians vs. White Sox (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Dodgers vs. D-Backs (8:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Rays vs. Mariners (9:50PM ET, Saturday)
Conclusion
Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for August 8, 2026, featuring plays such as over 8.5 runs in the Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks matchup and over 7.5 runs in the Orioles vs. Rangers matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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