MLB picks today: Monday's MLB best bets include Guardians vs. Angels play [8/24/2026]

Today’s MLB picks for August 24, 2026 are here, with Guardians vs. Angels and Cubs vs. Diamondbacks among the top plays identified by our model across Monday’s MLB action.

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List of MLB best bets tonight [8/24, updated 9:07PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 MLB best bets, ranked by edge for Monday, August 24, 2026.

Guardians vs. Angels Over 7.5 runs (+108)

• Edge: 7.8%
• Probability: 55.9%
• Matchup: Guardians vs. Angels (9:38PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Guardians vs. Angels at +108 odds. A 55.9% probability produces an edge of 7.8%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Over 8.5 runs (-122)

• Edge: 7.2%
• Probability: 62.1%
• Matchup: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks (9:40PM ET)

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks over 8.5 runs carries a 7.2% edge and a probability of 62.1% at -122 odds, according to our model.

Pirates -1.5 (+178)

• Edge: 7.0%
• Probability: 43%
• Matchup: Pirates vs. Padres (9:40PM ET)

Pirates -1.5 vs. Padres at +178 odds shows a 7.0% edge, supported by a 43% probability in simulations.

Phillies vs. Mariners over 6.5 runs (-113)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 57.6%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Mariners (9:40PM ET)

A 4.5% edge and 57.6% probability make Phillies vs. Mariners over 6.5 runs a value play in the Phillies vs. Mariners matchup, per our model.

Pirates vs. Padres Over 7.5 runs (+111)

• Edge: 4.4%
• Probability: 51.8%
• Matchup: Pirates vs. Padres (9:40PM ET)

Pirates vs. Padres Over 7.5 runs at +111 odds presents a 4.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 51.8%.

Giants +1.5 (-108)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Matchup: Reds vs. Giants (9:45PM ET)

Our model finds value on Giants +1.5 at -108 odds, supported by an edge of 3.5%.

Giants ML (+160)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 41.7%
• Matchup: Reds vs. Giants (9:45PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Reds-Giants to finish as a tie after 90 minutes at +160 odds. A 41.7% probability produces a 3.3% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.

Angels ML (+153)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 42.2%
• Matchup: Guardians vs. Angels (9:38PM ET)

A 2.7% edge on a 42.2% probability makes Angels to win at +153 odds a solid value play in today's Guardians vs. Angels matchup.

Athletics +1.5 (-113)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Matchup: Twins vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)

Our model projects value on Athletics +1.5 at -113 odds. A 55.5% probability produces a 2.5% edge, making Athletics the favorable side in today's matchup.

Athletics ML (+135)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 44.8%
• Matchup: Twins vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Athletics to defeat Twins at +135 odds shows a 44.8% probability and a 2.3% edge.

MLB best bets summary: Monday, 8/24/2026

As of 9:07PM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [8/24/2026]

• Guardians vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Monday)
• Pirates vs. Padres (9:40PM ET, Monday)
• Cubs vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET, Monday)
• Twins vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Monday)
• Phillies vs. Mariners (9:40PM ET, Monday)
• Reds vs. Giants (9:45PM ET, Monday)
• Rays vs. Tigers (6:40PM ET, Tuesday)
• Astros vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Tuesday)
• Royals vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET, Tuesday)
• Brewers vs. Mets (7:10PM ET, Tuesday)
• Dodgers vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Tuesday)
• Rangers vs. White Sox (7:40PM ET, Tuesday)

Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for August 24, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Guardians vs. Angels matchup and over 8.5 runs in the Cubs vs. Diamondbacks 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.