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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for September 3, 2026 are here, with Cardinals vs. Dodgers and Athletics vs. Mariners in the MLB among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest odds to find genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [9/3, updated 9:12PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, September 3, 2026.
MLB: Cardinals vs. Dodgers Over 7.5 runs (+108)
- Edge: 4.2%
- Probability: 52.3%
- MLB matchup: Cardinals vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Cardinals vs. Dodgers at +108 odds. A 52.3% probability produces an edge of 4.2%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
MLB: Athletics vs. Mariners Over 7.5 runs (+108)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 51.3%
- atchup: Athletics vs. Mariners (9:40PM ET)
Athletics vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs carries a 3.2% edge and a probability of 51.3% at +108 odds, according to our model.
Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 9/3/2026
As of 9:12PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinals vs. Dodgers (MLB) | Over 7.5 runs | +108 @ Polymarket | 4.2% | 52.3% |
| Athletics vs. Mariners (MLB) | Over 7.5 runs | +108 @ Novig | 3.2% | 51.3% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [9/3/2026]
- MLB: Athletics vs. Mariners (9:40PM ET, Thursday)
- MLB: Cardinals vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Thursday)
- NRL: Dolphins vs. Titans (4:00AM ET, Friday)
- AFL: Blues vs. Cats (5:40AM ET, Friday)
- NRL: Roosters vs. Rabbitohs (6:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Sorana Cirstea vs. Jasmine Paolini (11:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Ekaterina Alexandrova vs. Marta Kostyuk (11:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Kamilla Rakhimova vs. Aryna Sabalenka (11:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Leylah Fernandez vs. Jessica Pegula (11:30AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Arthur Rinderknech vs. Daniil Medvedev (12:10PM ET, Friday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for September 3, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Cardinals vs. Dodgers matchup and over 7.5 runs in the Athletics vs. Mariners matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are rooted in current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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