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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get MLB picks today and best bets for Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Today’s MLB picks for June 18, 2026 are here, with Twins vs. Rangers and Guardians vs. Brewers among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s MLB action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest baseball odds to find legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of MLB best bets today [6/18, updated 7:37AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 baseball bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Twins vs. Rangers Over 7.5 runs (-104)
- Edge: 6.9%
- Probability: 57.9%
- Matchup: Twins vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Twins vs. Rangers at -104 odds. A 57.9% probability produces an edge of 6.9%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.
Guardians vs. Brewers Over 7.5 runs (+106)
- Edge: 6.6%
- Probability: 55.1%
- Matchup: Guardians vs. Brewers (2:10PM ET)
Guardians vs. Brewers over 7.5 runs carries a 6.6% edge and a probability of 55.1% at +106 odds, according to our model.
Giants vs. Braves Over 8.5 runs (+115)
- Edge: 6.5%
- Probability: 53%
- Matchup: Giants vs. Braves (7:15PM ET)
Giants vs. Braves Over 8.5 runs at +115 odds shows a 6.5% edge, supported by a 53% probability in simulations.
Orioles vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs (-106)
- Edge: 4.5%
- Probability: 56%
- Matchup: Orioles vs. Mariners (4:10PM ET)
A 4.5% edge and 56% probability make Orioles vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs a value play in the Orioles vs. Mariners matchup, per our model.
Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Over 8.5 runs (-102)
- Edge: 4.3%
- Probability: 54.8%
- Matchup: Blue Jays vs. Red Sox (1:35PM ET)
Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Over 8.5 runs at -102 odds presents a 4.3% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 54.8%.
Yankees -1.5 (+135)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 46.3%
- Matchup: White Sox vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET)
Our model finds value on Yankees -1.5 at +135 odds, supported by an edge of 3.8%.
Mets ML (+115)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 49.7%
- Matchup: Mets vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Mets ML at +115 odds. A 49.7% probability produces a 3.2% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
Yankees ML (-147)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 62.5%
- Matchup: White Sox vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET)
A 3.0% edge on a 62.5% probability makes Yankees to win at -147 odds a solid value play in today's White Sox vs. Yankees matchup.
Royals ML (-106)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 54.5%
- Matchup: Cardinals vs. Royals (7:40PM ET)
Our model projects value on Royals to win at -106 odds. A 54.5% probability produces a 3.0% edge, making Royals the favorable ML play in today's matchup.
Mets +1.5 (-167)
- Edge: 2.7%
- Probability: 65.2%
- Matchup: Mets vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Mets +1.5 at -167 odds shows a 65.2% probability and a 2.7% edge.
MLB best bets summary: Thursday, 6/18/2026
As of 7:37AM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twins vs. Rangers | Over 7.5 runs | -104 @ Kalshi | 6.9% | 57.9% |
| Guardians vs. Brewers | Over 7.5 runs | +106 @ Polymarket | 6.6% | 55.1% |
| Giants vs. Braves | Over 8.5 Runs | +115 @ Kalshi | 6.5% | 53% |
| Orioles vs. Mariners | over 7.5 runs | -106 @ Kalshi | 4.5% | 56% |
| Blue Jays vs. Red Sox | Over 8.5 Runs | -102 @ Kalshi | 4.3% | 54.8% |
| White Sox vs. Yankees | Yankees -1.5 | +135 @ Kalshi | 3.8% | 46.3% |
| Mets vs. Phillies | Mets ML | +115 @ Kalshi | 3.2% | 49.7% |
| White Sox vs. Yankees | Yankees ML | -147 @ Kalshi | 3.0% | 62.5% |
| Cardinals vs. Royals | Royals ML | -106 @ Kalshi | 3.0% | 54.5% |
| Mets vs. Phillies | Mets +1.5 | -167 @ Kalshi | 2.7% | 65.2% |
List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [6/18/2026]
- Blue Jays vs. Red Sox (1:35PM ET, Thursday)
- Guardians vs. Brewers (2:10PM ET, Thursday)
- Twins vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET, Thursday)
- Orioles vs. Mariners (4:10PM ET, Thursday)
- Mets vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET, Thursday)
- White Sox vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Thursday)
- Giants vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Thursday)
- Cardinals vs. Royals (7:40PM ET, Thursday)
- Angels vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Thursday)
Conclusion
Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for June 18, 2026, featuring plays such as Over 7.5 runs in the Twins vs. Rangers matchup and Over 7.5 runs in the Guardians vs. Brewers 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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