Best bets today for all sports: Sunday's picks include Royals vs. Rangers MLB play [5/31/2026]
Get the best bets for Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Today’s best sports bets for May 31, 2026 are here, with Royals vs. Rangers and Brewers vs. Astros in the MLB among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s action.
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List of best bets for today [5/31, updated 1:38PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, May 31, 2026.
MLB: Royals vs. Rangers over 7.5 runs (+102)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 59.8%
- MLB matchup: Royals vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET)
Our model has identified value on over 7.5 runs in Royals vs. Rangers at +102 odds. A 59.8% probability produces an edge of 10.3%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
MLB: Brewers vs. Astros over 7.5 runs (+102)
- Edge: 7.9%
- Probability: 57.4%
- MLB matchup: Brewers vs. Astros (2:10PM ET)
Brewers vs. Astros over 7.5 runs carries a 7.9% edge and a probability of 57.4% at +102 odds, according to our model.
MLB: Astros ML (+190)
- Edge: 6.7%
- Probability: 41.3%
- MLB Matchup: Brewers vs. Astros (2:10PM ET)
Astros ML at +190 odds shows a 6.7% edge, supported by a 41.3% probability in simulations.
MLB: Athletics +1.5 (+107)
- Edge: 6.7%
- Probability: 55%
- MLB Matchup: Yankees vs. Athletics (4:05PM ET)
A 6.7% edge and 55% probability make Athletics +1.5 vs. Yankees at a value play in the Yankees vs. Athletics matchup, per our model.
MLB: Astros +1.5 (+111)
- Edge: 6.4%
- Probability: 53.9%
- MLB Matchup: Brewers vs. Astros (2:10PM ET)
Astros +1.5 at +111 odds presents a 6.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 53.9%.
MLB: Athletics ML (+167)
- Edge: 6.2%
- Probability: 42.5%
- MLB Matchup: Yankees vs. Athletics (4:05PM ET)
Our model finds value on Athletics to win at +167 odds, supported by an edge of 6.2%.
MLB: Giants vs. Rockies over 11.5 runs (+120)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 51.6%
- MLB Matchup: Giants vs. Rockies (3:10PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Giants vs. Rockies over 11.5 runs at +120 odds. A 51.6% probability produces a 6.1% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
MLB: Cubs ML (+111)
- Edge: 5.5%
- Probability: 52.8%
- MLB Matchup: Cubs vs. Cardinals (7:20PM ET)
A 5.5% edge on a 52.8% probability makes Cubs to win at +111 odds a solid value play in today's Cubs vs. Cardinals matchup.
MLB: Phillies vs. Dodgers over 8.5 runs (-120)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 59.4%
- MLB Matchup: Phillies vs. Dodgers (4:10PM ET)
Our model projects value on over 8.5 runs at -120 odds. A 59.4% probability produces a 4.9% edge, making the over the favorable side in today's MLB matchup.
MLB: Diamondbacks vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs (+106)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 52.6%
- MLB Matchup: Diamondbacks vs. Mariners (4:10PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Diamondbacks vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs at +106 odds shows a 52.6% probability and a 4.1% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Sunday, 5/31/2026
As of 1:38PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royals vs. Rangers (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | +102 @ Kalshi | 10.3% | 59.8% |
| Brewers vs. Astros (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | +102 @ Kalshi | 7.9% | 57.4% |
| Brewers vs. Astros (MLB) | Astros ML | +190 @ Kalshi | 6.7% | 41.3% |
| Yankees vs. Athletics (MLB) | Athletics +1.5 | +107 @ Novig | 6.7% | 55% |
| Brewers vs. Astros (MLB) | Astros +1.5 | +111 @ Kalshi | 6.4% | 53.9% |
| Yankees vs. Athletics (MLB) | Athletics ML | +167 @ Kalshi | 6.2% | 42.5% |
| Giants vs. Rockies (MLB) | Over 11.5 Runs | +120 @ Kalshi | 6.1% | 51.6% |
| Cubs vs. Cardinals (MLB) | Cubs ML | +111 @ Polymarket | 5.5% | 52.8% |
| Phillies vs. Dodgers (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | -120 @ Kalshi | 4.9% | 59.4% |
| Diamondbacks vs. Mariners (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | +106 @ Kalshi | 4.1% | 52.6% |
List of upcoming events to bet on now [5/31/2026]
- MLB: Braves vs. Reds (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Marlins vs. Mets (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Red Sox vs. Guardians (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Angels vs. Rays (1:40PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Tigers vs. White Sox (2:10PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Brewers vs. Astros (2:10PM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Joao Fonseca vs. Casper Ruud (2:15PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Royals vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Giants vs. Rockies (3:10PM ET, Sunday)
- WNBA: Aces vs. Valkyries (3:30PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for May 31, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Royals vs. Rangers matchup and over 7.5 runs in the Brewers vs. Astros 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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