MLB picks today: Friday's MLB best bets include Phillies vs. Braves play [4/24/2026]
Get MLB picks today and best bets for Friday, April 24, 2026.

Today’s MLB picks for April 24, 2026 are here, with Phillies vs. Braves and Padres vs. Diamondbacks among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s MLB slate.
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List of MLB best bets today [4/24, updated 10:03PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best baseball bets, ranked by edge for Friday, April 24, 2026.
Phillies -1.5 (+172)
- Edge: 9.1%
- Probability: 45.8%
- Matchup: Phillies vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
Our model has identified value on Phillies -1.5 at +172 odds. A 45.8% probability produces an edge of 9.1%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.
Padres vs. Diamondbacks under 15.5 runs (-106)
- Edge: 7.6%
- Probability: 59%
- Matchup: Padres vs. Diamondbacks (6:05PM ET, Saturday)
Padres vs. Diamondbacks under 15.5 runs carries a 7.6% edge and a probability of 59% at -106 odds, according to our model.
Athletics vs. Rangers over 7.5 runs (-105)
- Edge: 5.6%
- Probability: 56.8%
- Matchup: Athletics vs. Rangers (7:05PM ET, Saturday)
Athletics vs. Rangers over 7.5 runs at -105 odds shows a 5.6% edge, supported by a 56.8% probability in simulations.
Guardians vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs (-104)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 54.2%
- Matchup: Guardians vs. Blue Jays (3:07PM ET, Saturday)
A 3.2% edge and 54.2% probability make Guardians vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs at a value play in the Guardians vs. Blue Jays matchup, per our model.
Royals -1.5 (+140)
- Edge: 2.8%
- Probability: 44.5%
- Matchup: Angels vs. Royals (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
Royals -1.5 at +140 odds presents a 2.8% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 44.5%.
Pirates vs. Brewers over 8 runs (-106)
- Edge: 2.6%
- Probability: 54.1%
- Matchup: Pirates vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
Our model finds value on over 8 runs in Pirates vs. Brewers at -106 odds, supported by an edge of 2.6%.
Red Sox vs. Orioles over 8 runs (-110)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 54.7%
- Matchup: Red Sox vs. Orioles (4:05PM ET, Saturday)
Our model has uncovered value on Red Sox vs. Orioles over 8 runs at -110 odds. A 54.7% probability produces a 2.4% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
Diamondbacks ML (-108)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 54.3%
- Matchup: Padres vs. Diamondbacks (6:05PM ET, Saturday)
A 2.4% edge on a 54.3% probability makes Diamondbacks to win at -108 odds a solid value play in today's Padres vs. Diamondbacks matchup.
MLB best bets summary: Friday, 4/24/2026
As of 10:03PM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillies vs. Braves | Phillies -1.5 | +172 @ FanDuel | 9.1% | 45.8% |
| Padres vs. Diamondbacks | Under 15.5 Runs | -106 @ DraftKings | 7.6% | 59% |
| Athletics vs. Rangers | Over 7.5 Runs | -105 @ DraftKings | 5.6% | 56.8% |
| Guardians vs. Blue Jays | Over 7.5 Runs | -104 @ DraftKings | 3.2% | 54.2% |
| Angels vs. Royals | Royals -1.5 | +140 @ BetMGM | 2.8% | 44.5% |
| Pirates vs. Brewers | Over 8 Runs | -106 @ FanDuel | 2.6% | 54.1% |
| Red Sox vs. Orioles | Over 8 Runs | -110 @ BetMGM | 2.4% | 54.7% |
| Padres vs. Diamondbacks | Diamondbacks ML | -108 @ FanDuel | 2.4% | 54.3% |
List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [4/24/2026]
- Marlins vs. Giants (10:15PM ET, Friday)
- Cubs vs. Dodgers (10:15PM ET, Friday)
- Mariners vs. Cardinals (2:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Guardians vs. Blue Jays (3:07PM ET, Saturday)
- Red Sox vs. Orioles (4:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Marlins vs. Giants (4:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Twins vs. Rays (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Nationals vs. White Sox (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Rockies vs. Mets (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Padres vs. D-Backs (6:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Athletics vs. Rangers (7:05PM ET, Saturday)
- Angels vs. Royals (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Yankees vs. Astros (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Pirates vs. Brewers (7:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Phillies vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Cubs vs. Dodgers (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
- Tigers vs. Reds (7:15PM ET, Saturday)
Conclusion
Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for April 24, 2026, featuring plays such as Phillies -1.5 and under 15.5 runs in the Padres vs. Diamondbacks 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.



