MLB picks today: Thursday's MLB best bets include Phillies vs. Rockies play [4/2/2026]

Today’s MLB picks for April 02, 2026 are here, with Phillies vs. Rockies and Braves vs. Diamondbacks among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s MLB action.

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List of MLB best bets tonight [4/2, updated 9:32PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best baseball bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Phillies vs. Rockies over 10 runs (-112)

• Edge: 5.9%
• Probability: 58.7%
• Matchup: Phillies vs. Rockies (4:10PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on over 10 runs in Phillies vs. Rockies at -112 odds. A 58.7% probability produces an edge of 5.9%, making this the strongest play for today's MLB slate.

Braves vs. Diamondbacks over 9 runs (-110)

• Edge: 5.5%
• Probability: 57.8%
• Matchup: Braves vs. Diamondbacks (9:40PM ET, Thursday)

Braves vs. Diamondbacks over 9 runs carries a 5.5% edge and a probability of 57.8% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Reds vs. Rangers over 8 runs (-105)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Reds vs. Rangers (4:05PM ET, Friday)

Reds vs. Rangers over 8 runs at -105 odds shows a 3.9% edge, supported by a 55.1% probability in simulations.

MLB best bets summary: Thursday, 4/2/2026

As of 9:32PM ET, here are our top MLB bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Phillies vs. Rockies	Over 10 Runs	-112 @ DraftKings	5.9%	58.7%
Braves vs. Diamondbacks	Over 9 Runs	-110 @ FanDuel	5.5%	57.8%
Reds vs. Rangers	Over 8 Runs	-105 @ BetMGM	3.9%	55.1%

List of upcoming MLB games to bet on [4/2/2026]

• Braves vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET, Thursday)
• Mets vs. Giants (9:45PM ET, Thursday)
• Cardinals vs. Tigers (1:10PM ET, Friday)
• Marlins vs. Yankees (1:35PM ET, Friday)
• Padres vs. Red Sox (2:10PM ET, Friday)
• Blue Jays vs. White Sox (2:10PM ET, Friday)
• Reds vs. Rangers (4:05PM ET, Friday)
• Rays vs. Twins (4:10PM ET, Friday)
• Phillies vs. Rockies (4:10PM ET, Friday)
• Orioles vs. Pirates (4:12PM ET, Friday)
• Brewers vs. Royals (7:45PM ET, Friday)

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Conclusion

Our MLB best bets are locked and loaded for April 2, 2026, featuring plays such as over 10 runs in the Phillies vs. Rockies matchup and over 9 runs in the Braves vs. Diamondbacks matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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