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Best bets today for all sports: Friday's picks include Dodgers vs. Rockies MLB play [4/17/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Friday, April 17, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for April 17, 2026 are here, with Dodgers vs. Rockies in the MLB and Elena Rybakina vs. Leylah Fernandez on the WTA Tour among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s schedule.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest odds to uncover legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [4/17, updated 1:31AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Friday, April 17, 2026.
MLB: Dodgers vs. Rockies over 9.5 runs (-106)
- Edge: 7.1%
- Probability: 58.6%
- MLB matchup: Dodgers vs. Rockies (8:40PM ET, Friday)
Our model has identified value on over 9.5 runs in Dodgers vs. Rockies at -106 odds. A 58.6% probability produces an edge of 7.1%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
Tennis: Leylah Fernandez +5.5 games (-102)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 56.6%
- NRL matchup: Elena Rybakina vs. Leylah Fernandez (12:30PM ET, Friday)
At WTA Porsche Tennis Grand Prix (Stuttgart Open), Leylah Fernandez +5.5 games carries a 6.1% edge and a probability of 56.6% at -102 odds, according to our model.
NRL: Storm -1.5 (-115)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 59.6%
- NRL Matchup: Storm vs. Raiders (4:00AM ET, Friday)
Storm -1.5 vs. Raiders at -115 odds shows a 6.1% edge, supported by a 59.6% probability in simulations.
Tennis: Anna Bondar ML (+210)
- Edge: 5.7%
- Probability: 38%
- Tennis Matchup: Anna Bondar vs. Sorana Cirstea (1:30PM ET, Friday)
A 5.7% edge and 38% probability make Anna Bondar at the moneyline at a value play in the Anna Bondar vs. Sorana Cirstea matchup, per our model.
MLB: Reds vs. Twins over 7.5 runs (-105)
- Edge: 5.4%
- Probability: 56.6%
- MLB Matchup: Reds vs. Twins (8:10PM ET, Friday)
Reds vs. Twins over 7.5 runs at -105 odds presents a 5.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56.6%.
MLB: Orioles vs. Guardians over 8 runs (-102)
- Edge: 5.4%
- Probability: 55.9%
- MLB Matchup: Orioles vs. Guardians (6:10PM ET, Friday)
Our model finds value on over 8 runs in Orioles vs. Guardians at -102 odds, supported by an edge of 5.4%.
Liga MX: Queretaro vs. Mazatlan under 2.5 goals (-110)
- Edge: 5.3%
- Probability: 57.6%
- Liga MX Matchup: Queretaro vs. Mazatlan (9:00PM ET, Friday)
Our model has uncovered value on Queretaro vs. Mazatlan under 2.5 goals at -110 odds. A 57.6% probability produces a 5.3% edge, making this a strong play for today's Liga MX action.
NRL: Panthers vs. Dolphins under 52.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 4.8%
- Probability: 57.2%
- NRL Matchup: Panthers vs. Dolphins (6:00AM ET, Friday)
A 4.8% edge on a 57.2% probability makes under 52.5 points at -110 odds a solid value play in today's Panthers vs. Dolphins matchup.
Tennis: Ann Li +5.5 (-138)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 62.6%
- Tennis Matchup: Marta Kostyuk vs. Ann Li (11:30AM ET, Friday)
Our model projects value on Ann Li +5.5 at -138 odds. A 62.6% probability produces a 4.7% edge, making Ann Li the favorable side in Saturday’s WTA Rouen tennis matchup.
Liga MX: Pumas UNAM ML (+170)
- Edge: 3.7%
- Probability: 40.7%
- Liga MX Matchup: Pumas UNAM vs. San Luis (9:00PM ET, Friday)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Pumas UNAM to defeat San Luis at +170 odds shows a 40.7% probability and a 3.7% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 4/17/2026
As of 1:31AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgers vs. Rockies (MLB) | Over 9.5 Runs | -106 @ FanDuel | 7.1% | 58.6% |
| Rybakina vs. Fernandez (Tennis) | Leylah Fernandez +5.5 Games | -102 @ FanDuel | 6.1% | 56.6% |
| Storm vs. Raiders (NRL) | Storm -1.5 | -115 @ DraftKings | 6.1% | 59.6% |
| Bondar vs. Cirstea (Tennis) | Anna Bondar ML | +210 @ BetMGM | 5.7% | 38% |
| Reds vs. Twins (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | -105 @ DraftKings | 5.4% | 56.6% |
| Orioles vs. Guardians (MLB) | Over 8 Runs | -102 @ FanDuel | 5.4% | 55.9% |
| Queretaro vs. Mazatlan (Liga MX) | Under 2.5 Goals | -110 @ BetMGM | 5.3% | 57.6% |
| Panthers vs. Dolphins (NRL) | Under 52.5 Points | -110 @ DraftKings | 4.8% | 57.2% |
| Kostyuk vs. Li (Tennis) | Ann Li +5.5 Games | -138 @ FanDuel | 4.7% | 62.6% |
| Pumas UNAM vs. San Luis (Liga MX) | Pumas UNAM ML | +170 @ DraftKings | 3.7% | 40.7% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [4/17/2026]
- NRL: Storm vs. Raiders (4:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Vit Kopriva vs. Flavio Cobolli (5:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Nuno Borges vs. Hamad Medjedovic (5:00AM ET, Friday)
- AFL: Bulldogs vs. Cats (5:20AM ET, Friday)
- AFL: Giants vs. Swans (5:50AM ET, Friday)
- NRL: Panthers vs. Dolphins (6:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Francisco Cerundolo vs. Alexander Zverev (6:10AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Elina Svitolina vs. Linda Noskova (6:30AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Ben Shelton vs. Joao Fonseca (7:20AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Tatjana Maria vs. Iryna Shymanovich (7:30AM ET, Friday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for April 17, 2026, featuring plays such as over 9.5 runs in the Dodgers vs. Rockies matchup and Leylah Fernandez +5.5 games. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are drawn 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.
Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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