MLB picks today: Friday's MLB best bets include Twins vs. Mariners play [7/31/2026]

Today’s MLB picks for July 31, 2026 are here, with Twins vs. Mariners and Brewers vs. Angels among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s MLB play.

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List of MLB best bets tonight [7/31, updated 9:16PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 MLB best bets, ranked by edge for Friday, July 31, 2026.

Twins vs. Mariners Over 7.5 runs (-106)

• Edge: 5.4%
• Probability: 56.8%
• Matchup: Twins vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Twins vs. Mariners at -106 odds. A 56.8% probability produces an edge of 5.4%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Brewers vs. Angels Over 8.5 runs (-117)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 58.5%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Angels (9:38PM ET)

Brewers vs. Angels over 8.5 runs carries a 4.6% edge and a probability of 58.5% at -117 odds, according to our model.

Athletics +1.5 (-113)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 57.3%
• Matchup: Tigers vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)

Athletics +1.5 vs. Tigers at -113 odds shows a 4.3% edge, supported by a 57.3% probability in simulations.

Red Sox vs. Dodgers over 8.5 runs (+113)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 51.1%
• Matchup: Red Sox vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET)

A 4.1% edge and 51.1% probability make Red Sox vs. Dodgers over 8.5 runs a value play in the Red Sox vs. Dodgers matchup, per our model.

Athletics ML (+130)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 47.5%
• Matchup: Tigers vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)

Athletics ML at +130 odds presents a 4.0% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 47.5%.

Padres -1.5 (+150)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 44%
• Matchup: Giants vs. Padres (9:45PM ET)

Our model finds value on Padres -1.5 at +150 odds, supported by an edge of 4.0%.

Dodgers -1.5 (+170)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 41%
• Matchup: Red Sox vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Dodgers -1.5 at +170 odds. A 41% probability produces a 4.0% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.

Angels ML (+158)

• Edge: 3.8%
• Probability: 42.5%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Angels (9:38PM ET)

A 3.8% edge on a 42.5% probability makes Angels to win at +158 odds a solid value play in today's Brewers vs. Angels matchup.

Angels +1.5 (-102)

• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 53.5%
• Matchup: Brewers vs. Angels (9:38PM ET)

Our model projects value on Angels +1.5 at -102 odds. A 53.5% probability produces a 3.0% edge, making Angels the favorable side in today's matchup.

Padres ML (-138)

• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 61%
• Matchup: Giants vs. Padres (9:45PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Padres to defeat Giants at -138 odds shows a 61% probability and a 3.0% edge.

MLB best bets summary: Friday, 7/31/2026

As of 9:16PM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [7/31/2026]

• Brewers vs. Angels (9:38PM ET, Friday)
• Tigers vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET, Friday)
• Giants vs. Padres (9:45PM ET, Friday)
• Twins vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• Red Sox vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• Cardinals vs. Blue Jays (3:07PM ET, Saturday)
• Twins vs. Mariners (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• White Sox vs. Rays (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Marlins vs. Mets (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Pirates vs. Reds (6:40PM ET, Saturday)
• Phillies vs. Orioles (7:05PM ET, Saturday)
• Rangers vs. Astros (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Nationals vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Yankees vs. Cubs (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• D-Backs vs. Guardians (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Royals vs. Rockies (8:10PM ET, Saturday)
• Red Sox vs. Dodgers (9:10PM ET, Saturday)

Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for July 31, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Twins vs. Mariners matchup and over 8.5 runs in the Brewers vs. Angels 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.