Best bets today for all sports: Friday's picks include Pirates vs. Dodgers MLB play [8/21/2026]

Today’s best sports bets for August 21, 2026 are here, with Pirates vs. Dodgers and Cubs vs. Mariners in the MLB among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s play.

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List of best bets for today [8/21, updated 9:35PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best bets, ranked by edge for Friday, August 21, 2026.

MLB: Pirates vs. Dodgers Over 7.5 runs (-122)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 59.7%
• MLB matchup: Pirates vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Pirates vs. Dodgers at -122 odds. A 59.7% probability produces an edge of 4.7%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

MLB: Cubs vs. Mariners Over 7.5 runs (-106)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Liga MX matchup: Cubs vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET)

Cubs vs. Mariners over 7.5 runs carries a 3.6% edge and a probability of 55.1% at -106 odds, according to our model.

Liga MX: Toluca ML (-110)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 54.9%
• Liga MX Matchup: Toluca vs. Queretaro (11:10PM ET)

Toluca ML at -110 odds shows a 2.5% edge, supported by a 54.9% probability in simulations.

Liga MX: Juarez ML (+425)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 21.1%
• Liga MX Matchup: Club America vs. Juarez (11:10PM ET)

A 2.1% edge and 21.1% probability makes Juarez at the moneyline a value play in the Club America vs. Juarez matchup, per our model.

Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 8/21/2026

As of 9:35PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming sports to bet on right now [8/21/2026]

• MLB: Reds vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET, Friday)
• MLB: Twins vs. Padres (9:40PM ET, Friday)
• WNBA: Fire vs. Tempo (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• MLB: Pirates vs. Dodgers (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• MLB: Cubs vs. Mariners (10:10PM ET, Friday)
• Liga MX: Club America vs. Juarez (11:10PM ET, Friday)
• Liga MX: Toluca vs. Queretaro (11:10PM ET, Friday)
• AFL: Dockers vs. Blues (11:15PM ET, Friday)
• NRL: Sea Eagles vs. Knights (1:00AM ET, Saturday)
• AFL: Bulldogs vs. Demons (2:15AM ET, Saturday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for August 21, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Pirates vs. Dodgers matchup and over 7.5 runs in the Cubs vs. Mariners matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

Our predictions are sourced from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.

All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.