Best bets today for all sports: Sunday's picks include Orioles vs. Rangers MLB play [8/9/2026]
Get the best bets for Sunday, August 9, 2026.

Today’s best sports bets for August 9, 2026 are here, with Orioles vs. Rangers in the MLB and Mercury vs. Mystics in the WNBA among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s action.
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List of best bets for today [8/9, updated 9:10AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 best bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, August 9, 2026.
MLB: Orioles vs. Rangers Over 8.5 runs (+113)
- Edge: 11.2%
- Probability: 58.1%
- MLB matchup: Orioles vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Over 8.5 runs in Orioles vs. Rangers at +113 odds. A 58.1% probability produces an edge of 11.2%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
WNBA: Mystics ML (-115)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 63.8%
- MLB matchup: Mercury vs. Mystics (3:00PM ET)
Mystics ML carries a 10.3% edge and a probability of 63.8% at -115 odds, according to our model.
MLB: Twins ML (+240)
- Edge: 9.4%
- Probability: 38.9%
- MLB Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (2:10PM ET)
Twins ML at +240 odds shows a 9.4% edge, supported by a 38.9% probability in simulations.
MLB: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks over 8.5 runs (-115)
- Edge: 9.0%
- Probability: 62.5%
- MLB Matchup: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (4:10PM ET)
A 9.0% edge and 62.5% probability make Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks over 8.5 runs a value play in the Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks matchup, per our model.
WNBA: Mercury vs. Mystics Over 167.5 points (-104)
- Edge: 8.8%
- Probability: 59.8%
- WNBA Matchup: Mercury vs. Mystics (3:00PM ET)
Mercury vs. Mystics Over 167.5 points at -104 odds presents a 8.8% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 59.8%.
MLB: Braves vs. Yankees Over 8.5 runs (+100)
- Edge: 7.6%
- Probability: 57.6%
- MLB Matchup: Braves vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET)
Our model finds value on Over 8.5 runs in Braves vs. Yankees at +100 odds, supported by an edge of 7.6%.
MLB: Twins vs. Brewers Over 7.5 runs (+117)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 53.6%
- MLB Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (2:10PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Twins vs. Brewers Over 7.5 runs at +117 odds. A 53.6% probability produces a 7.5% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
MLB: Twins +1.5 (+106)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 56%
- MLB Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (2:10PM ET)
A 7.5% edge on a 56% probability makes Twins +1.5 at +106 odds a solid value play in today's Twins vs. Brewers matchup.
WNBA: Mystics -1.5 (-104)
- Edge: 7.1%
- Probability: 58.1%
- WNBA Matchup: Mercury vs. Mystics (3:00PM ET)
Our model projects value on Mystics -1.5 at -104 odds. A 58.1% probability produces a 7.1% edge, making Mystics the favorable side in today's WNBA matchup.
WNBA: Liberty ML (-317)
- Edge: 6.6%
- Probability: 82.6%
- WNBA Matchup: Aces vs. Liberty (12:30PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Liberty to defeat Aces at -317 odds shows an 82.6% probability and a 6.6% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Sunday, 8/9/2026
As of 9:10AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orioles vs. Rangers (MLB) | Over 8.5 runs | +113 @ Polymarket | 11.2% | 58.1% |
| Mercury vs. Mystics (WNBA) | Mystics ML | -115 @ Novig | 10.3% | 63.8% |
| Twins vs. Brewers (MLB) | Twins ML | +240 @ Caesars | 9.4% | 38.9% |
| Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (MLB) | Over 8.5 runs | -115 @ Novig | 9.0% | 62.5% |
| Mercury vs. Mystics (WNBA) | Over 167.5 Points | -104 @ Novig | 8.8% | 59.8% |
| Braves vs. Yankees (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | +100 @ BetRivers | 7.6% | 57.6% |
| Twins vs. Brewers (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | +117 @ Polymarket | 7.5% | 53.6% |
| Twins vs. Brewers (MLB) | Twins +1.5 | +106 @ Novig | 7.5% | 56% |
| Mercury vs. Mystics (WNBA) | Mystics -1.5 | -104 @ Novig | 7.1% | 58.1% |
| Aces vs. Liberty (WNBA) | Liberty ML | -317 @ Polymarket | 6.6% | 82.6% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [8/9/2026]
- MLB: Reds vs. Nationals (12:15PM ET, Sunday)
- WNBA: Aces vs. Liberty (12:30PM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Elena Rybakina vs. Liudmila Samsonova (12:30PM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Daniel Merida vs. Tallon Griekspoor (12:30PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Mets vs. Pirates (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Braves vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Blue Jays vs. Phillies (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Athletics vs. Red Sox (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Coco Gauff vs. Alina Korneeva (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Angels vs. Marlins (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for August 9, 2026, featuring plays such as over 8.5 runs in the Orioles vs. Rangers matchup and Mystics ML. 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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