MLB picks today: Monday's MLB best bets include Brewers vs. Athletics play [6/8/2026]

Athletics +1.5 (+102)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 56.3%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Athletics (10:05PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Athletics +1.5 at +102 odds. A 56.3% probability produces an edge of 6.8%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Yankees vs. Guardians over 7.5 runs (-102)

• Edge: 6.3%
• Probability: 56.8%
• Matchup: Yankees vs. Guardians (6:40PM ET)

Yankees vs. Guardians over 7.5 runs carries a 6.3% edge and a probability of 56.8% at -102 odds, according to our model.

Athletics ML (+153)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 45.5%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Athletics (10:05PM ET)

Athletics ML at +153 odds shows a 6.0% edge, supported by a 45.5% probability in simulations.

Blue Jays +1.5 (+102)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 54.6%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET)

A 5.1% edge and 54.6% probability make Blue Jays +1.5 vs. Phillies at a value play in the Phillies vs. Blue Jays matchup, per our model.

Phillies vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs (+106)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 53.1%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET)

Phillies vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs at +106 odds presents a 4.6% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 53.1%.

Reds vs. Padres over 8.5 runs (+115)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 50.8%
• Matchup: Reds vs. Padres (9:40PM ET)

Our model finds value on over 8.5 runs in Reds vs. Padres at +115 odds, supported by an edge of 4.3%.

Blue Jays ML (+168)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 40.9%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Blue Jays ML at +168 odds. A 40.9% probability produces a 3.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.

Mariners vs. Orioles over 8.5 runs (-115)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 56.8%
• Matchup: Mariners vs. Orioles (6:35PM ET)

A 3.3% edge on a 56.8% probability makes over 8.5 runs at -115 odds a solid value play in today's Mariners vs. Orioles matchup.

Nationals vs. Giants over 8.5 runs (+115)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 49.3%
• Matchup: Nationals vs. Giants (9:45PM ET)

Our model projects value on over 8.5 runs at +115 odds. A 49.3% probability produces a 2.8% edge, making the over the favorable side in today's matchup.

Brewers vs. Athletics under 10.5 runs (+115)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 49.2%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Athletics (10:05PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Brewers vs. Athletics under 10.5 runs at +115 odds shows a 49.2% probability and a 2.7% edge.

MLB best bets summary: Monday, 6/8/2026

As of 7:47AM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [6/8/2026]

• Mariners vs. Orioles (6:35PM ET, Monday)
• Yankees vs. Guardians (6:40PM ET, Monday)
• Red Sox vs. Rays (6:40PM ET, Monday)
• Phillies vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET, Monday)
• Astros vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Monday)
• Reds vs. Padres (9:40PM ET, Monday)
• Nationals vs. Giants (9:45PM ET, Monday)
• Brewers vs. Athletics (10:05PM ET, Monday)

Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for June 8, 2026, featuring plays such as Athletics +1.5 and over 7.5 runs in the Yankees vs. Guardians 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.