The Detroit Tigers face the Arizona Diamondbacks at home with Detroit favored on the moneyline and runline. The Tigers have stronger recent form and home advantage, while Arizona has been struggling on the road despite solid pitching from Nelson.
Key Factors to Consider
Detroit Tigers hold a 63-46 record overall and 35-21 at home, currently on a three-game winning streak scoring 27 runs in the last three games. Arizona Diamondbacks sit at 51-57 overall and 25-29 on the road, struggling offensively in recent games.
Season-long H2H is limited but Detroit has held a slight edge given their superior record and home field advantage. Arizona has not performed strongly as an underdog at Detroit.
No significant injuries reported that would heavily impact starting pitchers or lineup for either team. Both starters are healthy: Chris Paddack (Tigers) and Ryne Nelson (Diamondbacks).
Game played in Detroit, aiding the Tigers. Weather not listed as a major factor. Pitchers show mixed form: Nelson has been strong in recent starts with one earned run or fewer in three of last four, Paddack's form is less consistent.
Detroit is fighting for playoff positioning with first place in the AL Central, bringing strong motivation. Arizona is lower in standings, with less momentum and recent offensive struggles.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks: +114, Detroit Tigers: -134
Detroit Tigers
★★★★☆ 70%
Spread
Arizona Diamondbacks: -1.5 @ -182, Detroit Tigers: +1.5 @ +150
Detroit Tigers -1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 9: +100, Under 9: -122
Under 9
★★★☆☆ 60%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Detroit Tigers 5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 9 0%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Detroit Tigers at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Detroit Tigers moneyline win
Predicted Score: Detroit Tigers 5 – 3 Arizona Diamondbacks
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Arizona Diamondbacks in an NL matchup with both teams having losing records this season. The Pirates are slight favorites at home against a Diamondbacks team looking to rebound from recent losses and secure a series win.
Key Factors to Consider
The Pirates hold a 43-62 record and have been underwhelming as a favorite, winning only 46.2% of games as odds-on favorites. Arizona is at 51-54 but has struggled recently, losing 4 of their last 5 games. The Diamondbacks have a better run production overall but their pitching staff has a high ERA.
Arizona and Pittsburgh split the first two games of this series with low scoring results (1-0, 2-0). Zac Gallen has performed moderately against Pittsburgh with a 4.40 ERA in recent starts, while Pirates starter Paul Skenes shows a strong 1.50 ERA lifetime versus Arizona.
No notable injuries reported affecting key starters or lineups for either team at this time.
Game played at PNC Park, a neutral to slightly pitcher-friendly stadium. Weather conditions are standard and unlikely to heavily impact scoring.
Pirates aim to capitalize on home field to improve a poor record. Diamondbacks look to halt losing streak and maintain a playoff push in the NL West, increasing motivation despite recent struggles.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Pittsburgh -158 / Arizona +134
Pittsburgh Pirates
★★★★☆ 70%
Spread
Pittsburgh -1.5 132 / Arizona +1.5 -160
Pittsburgh Pirates -1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 7.5 -114 / Under 7.5 -106
Under 7.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Pittsburgh Pirates -2%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 7.5 7%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 7.5 at 7% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 7.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Pittsburgh Pirates to win moneyline, cover the -1.5 run spread, and the total to go under 7.5 runs.
The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Houston Astros in a closely matched MLB contest with both teams having solid recent form and competitive pitching matchups. The game is expected to be tight with scoring potential around the 8-9 runs range.
Key Factors to Consider
Houston Astros hold a better overall season record (58-42) compared to Arizona Diamondbacks (50-52), with Houston performing slightly better on the road (26-23) than Arizona at home (26-27). Arizona is favored on the moneyline but Astros have shown resilience recently.
Recent head-to-head matchups favor the Astros marginally, with Houston predicted to win by some expert analysis despite betting lines showing Arizona as the slight favorite.
No significant injuries reported for either side affecting starters Brandon Walter (Houston) and Brandon Pfaadt (Arizona), indicating both teams will field strong lineups and pitching staffs.
Playing conditions at Chase Field, a hitter-friendly park, tend to boost run totals, correlating with many games surpassing the over/under line of 8.5 runs.
Both teams are competing for postseason positioning. Houston’s stronger recent performance and experience may give them a slight motivational edge.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Arizona -116, Houston -102
Houston Astros
★★★☆☆ 68%
Spread
Arizona +1.5 -192, Houston -1.5 +158
Houston Astros -1.5
★★★☆☆ 60%
Over/under
Over 8.5 -110 / Under 8.5 -110
Over 8.5 runs
★★★☆☆ 65%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Houston Astros 5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8.5 9%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 8.5 at 9% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 9.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Arizona Diamondbacks (49-50) face St. Louis Cardinals (51-48) in a crucial MLB game where both teams hover near playoff contention. Arizona has a slight edge as home favorites, backed by strong recent home performance and a dominant previous 10-1 win versus the Cardinals. St. Louis, although slightly more productive offensively on the road, must overcome pitching challenges and recent away losses.
Key Factors to Consider
Arizona is 5-5 in last 10 games and performs reliably at home, averaging over 3.5 runs per game against St. Louis. Cardinals have a balanced 51-48 season record, with a .252 batting average and 4.18 team ERA. Cardinals’ offense is slightly more productive overall, but the pitching staff’s 4.94 ERA from starter Mikolas poses concerns.
Recent head-to-heads favor Arizona, including a decisive 10-1 victory on July 20, 2025. Mikolas, the Cardinals' starter, has a career 3-2 record and a 2.97 ERA against Diamondbacks, but Merrill Kelly for Arizona has been more consistent with an 8-5 record and 3.34 ERA.
No significant injury reports affect starting pitchers or key offensive players for either team heading into this matchup.
Playing at Chase Field provides Arizona with home-field advantage, including familiar conditions such as pitcher-friendly park factors that can influence run environment.
Both teams are motivated to solidify playoff positioning with similar records around .500, but Arizona’s recent dominant performance over Cardinals adds confidence and drive.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
ARI: -142, STL: +120
Arizona Diamondbacks
★★★★☆ 75%
Spread
ARI -1.5 (+134), STL +1.5 (-162)
Arizona Diamondbacks -1.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
Over/under
Over 8.5 (-122), Under 8.5 (+100)
Over 8.5
★★★☆☆ 62%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks -1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8.5 9%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 8.5 at 9% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 11.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Arizona Diamondbacks win on the moneyline, cover -1.5 spread, with the game going over 8.5 total runs.
Predicted Score: Arizona Diamondbacks 6 – St. Louis Cardinals 4
A close MLB matchup between the Los Angeles Angels and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Angel Stadium, with both teams holding similar records near .500, led by starting pitchers José Soriano (Angels) and Merrill Kelly (Diamondbacks).
Key Factors to Consider
Both teams have near-identical season records: Angels 47-48 (24-22 at home), Diamondbacks 46-50 (23-25 away). The Angels have a slight home advantage and recent simulations give them a minor edge in win probability.
Simulations show the Angels have a 52% chance to win over the Diamondbacks’ 48%, indicating a tightly contested game historically and currently.
Significant injuries impact both sides. Diamondbacks have multiple key players on IL including A. Puk, C. Burnes, and others; Angels also missing key players like B. Joyce and H. Strickland. Injuries likely reduce each team’s depth but roughly balance out.
Game played at Angel Stadium, home turf for Angels, a slight environmental and morale advantage. Weather and stadium conditions not reported as adverse.
Both teams are hovering around .500, potentially fighting for playoff relevance, with motivation high to secure wins. The Angels' slight home advantage may add to their motivation.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks: -108, Los Angeles Angels: -108
Los Angeles Angels
★★★☆☆ 61%
Spread
Arizona Diamondbacks: -1.5 +152, Los Angeles Angels: +1.5 -184
Los Angeles Angels +1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 9 -104, Under 9 -118
Over 9 runs
★★★☆☆ 51%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Los Angeles Angels 0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 9 0%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Los Angeles Angels at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0.2% (Kelly Criterion)
The Arizona Diamondbacks face the San Diego Padres in a matchup where the Diamondbacks have a slight edge despite their below-.500 record. The Padres have been strong at home but are coming off a significant loss to the Diamondbacks.
Key Factors to Consider
Arizona Diamondbacks have a record of 46-47, while the San Diego Padres are 49-43. The Padres have a strong home record of 28-17.
Recent head-to-heads show mixed results, but the Diamondbacks have momentum from their recent win.
No significant injury updates provided.
PETCO Park could favor pitching, potentially affecting scoring.
Both teams are motivated but the Diamondbacks might have an edge given their recent performance against the Padres.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks -126, San Diego Padres 108
Arizona Diamondbacks
★★★☆☆ 58%
Spread
Arizona Diamondbacks -1.5 130, San Diego Padres 1.5 -156
San Diego Padres +1.5
★★★☆☆ 63%
Over/under
Over 8.5 -122, Under 8.5 100
Under 8.5
★★★☆☆ 61%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks -1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 8.5 22%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 8.5 at 22% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 22% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
This game is expected to be competitive with the Diamondbacks favored slightly. The Over/Under is set at 8.5, but the pitching matchup could influence a lower score.
Predicted Score: Arizona Diamondbacks 4, San Diego Padres 3