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MLB Top Picks: Odds and Predictions (Sunday, August 20)

Mariners vs. Astros Sunday, August 20, 1:05 p.m.

The Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros face off in a crucial game tonight. The Astros are favored to win, but the Mariners have been performing well on the road with a record of 55 wins.

Seattle’s pitcher, Emerson Hancock, has an ERA of 5.40, while Houston’s pitcher, Hunter Brown, has an ERA of 4.16. Seattle has won five games in a row and has a 9-11 historical record against the Astros.

The odds for Seattle’s money line are 2.567, and the projection for the Over/Under is 8.5. The Astros have the edge, and I predict they will win the game with a score of 7-2.

Blue Jays vs. Reds Sunday, August 20, 1:40 p.m.

The Toronto Blue Jays are the favorites to take tonight’s game against the Cincinnati Reds. Toronto has a strong pitching staff led by Hyun-Jin Ryu, who has a 2.57 ERA.

Cincinnati will counter with Hunter Greene, who has a 3.93 ERA. Toronto has won 12 of the last 20 meetings between the two teams.

With the Reds swinging freely against Ryu and Greene likely to struggle in his return from the injured list, the Blue Jays should come out on top tonight. Bet on Toronto to win.

Mets vs. Cardinals: Sunday, August 20, 2:15 p.m.

The New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals will face off in the final game of their series on August 20th. The Mets have won the previous three games and will look to complete the sweep. The Mets have the momentum, and the Cardinals have been struggling offensively, so the Mets are a solid pick.

Carlos Carrasco is on the mound for the Mets and has been solid in his 14 starts. On the other side, Dakota Hudson has been good for the Cardinals. With these factors in mind, the Mets should be able to come out on top with a final score of 7-2.

So there you have it! We’ve covered our bases with well-thought-out bets for tonight’s Major League Baseball frenzy. While perspectives may differ, I hope my insight will guide your betting choices.

Can’t wait to catch the action on the field. Let’s get ready for some baseball!

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Dave Gallo is a leading sports bettor and handicapper since 1999, known for his impressive 10-0 winning streaks. A journalism, advertising, and media studies major at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he combines his betting expertise with academic knowledge. Gallo's strong work ethic and passion for sports fuel his ongoing success and scholarly pursuits.

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