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MLB picks today: Wednesday's MLB best bets include Athletics vs. Yankees play [4/8/2026]
Get MLB picks today and best bets for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Today’s MLB picks for April 08, 2026 are here, with Athletics vs. Yankees and Reds vs. Marlins among the top plays identified by our model across Wednesday’s MLB slate.
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List of MLB best bets today [4/8, updated 4:35PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best baseball bets, ranked by edge for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Athletics vs. Yankees over 8.5 runs (+100)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 54.9%
- Matchup: Athletics vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET, Thursday)
Our model has identified value on over 8.5 runs in Athletics vs. Yankees at +100 odds. A 54.9% probability produces an edge of 4.9%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.
Reds vs. Marlins over 7.5 runs (-105)
- Edge: 2.5%
- Probability: 53.7%
- Matchup: Reds vs. Marlins (6:40PM ET, Wednesday)
Reds vs. Marlins over 7.5 runs carries a 2.5% edge and a probability of 53.7% at -105 odds, according to our model.
MLB best bets summary: Wednesday, 4/8/2026
As of 4:35PM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletics vs. Yankees | Over 8.5 Runs | +100 @ FanDuel | 4.9% | 54.9% |
| Reds vs. Marlins | Over 7.5 Runs | -105 @ BetMGM | 2.5% | 53.7% |
List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [4/8/2026]
- Reds vs. Marlins (6:40PM ET, Wednesday)
- Cubs vs. Rays (6:40PM ET, Wednesday)
- Athletics vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Wednesday)
- Tigers vs. Twins (7:40PM ET, Wednesday)
- Reds vs. Marlins (12:10PM ET, Thursday)
- Athletics vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET, Thursday)
- Tigers vs. Twins (1:40PM ET, Thursday)
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Conclusion
Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for April 8, 2026, featuring plays such as over 8.5 runs in the Athletics vs. Yankees matchup and over 7.5 runs in the Reds vs. Marlins matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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