MLB picks today: Friday's MLB best bets include Athletics vs. Rangers play [4/24/2026]

Athletics vs. Rangers over 8.5 runs (-105)

• Edge: 5.9%
• Probability: 57.2%
• Matchup: Athletics vs. Rangers (8:05PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on over 8.5 runs in Athletics vs. Rangers at -105 odds. A 57.2% probability produces an edge of 5.9%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Phillies vs. Braves over 9 runs (-105)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Friday)

Phillies vs. Braves over 9 runs carries a 4.3% edge and a probability of 55.5% at -105 odds, according to our model.

Angels vs. Royals over 8 runs (-103)

• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 53.8%
• Matchup: Angels vs. Royals (7:40PM ET, Friday)

Angels vs. Royals over 8 runs at -103 odds shows a 3.0% edge, supported by a 53.8% probability in simulations.

Rockies vs. Mets over 7.5 runs (-102)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 52.7%
• Matchup: Rockies vs. Mets (7:10PM ET, Friday)

A 2.2% edge and 52.7% probability make Rockies vs. Mets over 7.5 runs at a value play in the Rockies vs. Mets matchup, per our model.

Yankees vs. Astros over 9 runs (-110)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 54.5%
• Matchup: Yankees vs. Astros (8:10PM ET, Friday)

Yankees vs. Astros over 9 runs at -110 odds presents a 2.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 54.5%.

Red Sox vs. Orioles over 9 runs (-108)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 54%
• Matchup: Red Sox vs. Orioles (7:05PM ET, Friday)

Our model finds value on over 9 runs in Red Sox vs. Orioles at -108 odds, supported by an edge of 2.1%.

MLB best bets summary: Friday, 4/24/2026

As of 9:34AM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Athletics vs. Rangers	Over 8.5 Runs	-105 @ FanDuel	5.9%	57.2%
Phillies vs. Braves	Over 9 Runs	-105 @ FanDuel	4.3%	55.5%
Angels vs. Royals	Over 8 Runs	-103 @ DraftKings	3.0%	53.8%
Rockies vs. Mets	Over 7.5 Runs	-102 @ BetMGM	2.2%	52.7%
Yankees vs. Astros	Over 9 Runs	-110 @ BetMGM	2.1%	54.5%
Red Sox vs. Orioles	Over 9 Runs	-108 @ FanDuel	2.1%	54%

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [4/24/2026]

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

Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for April 24, 2026, featuring plays such as over 8.5 runs in the Athletics vs. Rangers matchup and over 9 runs in the Phillies vs. Braves 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.