MLB picks today: Friday's MLB best bets include Rockies vs. Phillies play [5/8/2026]

Rockies vs. Phillies over 7.5 runs (+100)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Rockies vs. Phillies (6:40PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on over 7.5 runs in Rockies vs. Phillies at +100 odds. A 56% probability produces an edge of 6.0%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Yankees vs. Brewers over 7 runs (-120)

• Edge: 4.4%
• Probability: 58.9%
• Matchup: Yankees vs. Brewers (7:40PM ET, Friday)

Yankees vs. Brewers over 7 runs carries a 4.4% edge and a probability of 58.9% at -120 odds, according to our model.

Twins vs. Guardians over 7.5 runs (-108)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 56.1%
• Matchup: Twins vs. Guardians (7:15PM ET, Friday)

Twins vs. Guardians over 7.5 runs at -108 odds shows a 4.2% edge, supported by a 56.1% probability in simulations.

Mets vs. Diamondbacks over 8.5 runs (-108)

• Edge: 3.8%
• Probability: 55.7%
• Matchup: Mets vs. Diamondbacks (9:40PM ET, Friday)

A 3.8% edge and 55.7% probability make Mets vs. Diamondbacks over 8.5 runs at a value play in the Mets vs. Diamondbacks matchup, per our model.

Angels vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs (-102)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 53.9%
• Matchup: Angels vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET, Friday)

Angels vs. Blue Jays over 7.5 runs at -102 odds presents a 3.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 53.9%.

Cubs vs. Rangers over 8.5 runs (-110)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 54.9%
• Matchup: Cubs vs. Rangers (8:05PM ET, Friday)

Our model finds value on over 8.5 runs in Cubs vs. Rangers at -110 odds, supported by an edge of 2.5%.

Mariners vs. White Sox over 8 runs (-106)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 53.8%
• Matchup: Mariners vs. White Sox (7:40PM ET, Friday)

Our model has uncovered value on Mariners vs. White Sox over 8 runs at -106 odds. A 53.8% probability produces a 2.4% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.

Blue Jays -1.5 (+145)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 43%
• Matchup: Angels vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET, Friday)

A 2.2% edge on a 43% probability makes Blue Jays -1.5 at +145 odds a solid value play in today's Angels vs. Blue Jays matchup.

MLB best bets summary: Friday, 5/8/2026

As of 7:05AM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Rockies vs. Phillies	Over 7.5 Runs	+100 @ BetMGM	6.0%	56%
Yankees vs. Brewers	Over 7 Runs	-120 @ BetMGM	4.4%	58.9%
Twins vs. Guardians	Over 7.5 Runs	-108 @ DraftKings	4.2%	56.1%
Mets vs. Diamondbacks	Over 8.5 Runs	-108 @ DraftKings	3.8%	55.7%
Angels vs. Blue Jays	Over 7.5 Runs	-102 @ DraftKings	3.4%	53.9%
Cubs vs. Rangers	Over 8.5 Runs	-110 @ FanDuel	2.5%	54.9%
Mariners vs. White Sox	Over 8 Runs	-106 @ DraftKings	2.4%	53.8%
Angels vs. Blue Jays	Blue Jays -1.5	+145 @ BetMGM	2.2%	43%

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [5/8/2026]

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

Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for May 8, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Rockies vs. Phillies matchup and over 7 runs in the Yankees vs. Brewers 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.