As we hit the final day of May, momentum is everything in Major League Baseball. Teams are beginning to separate themselves from the pack, and sharp bettors are finding value in trends, hot hands, and favorable matchups. This is the perfect time to lean into smart strategies and dig into the analytics to uncover betting edges as the summer grind intensifies.
Yesterday, we went 1 for 2. ✅ San Diego Padres came through with a clutch 3-2 win over the Pirates. Closer Robert Suarez delivered a massive called strike with the bases loaded in the eighth, sealing San Diego’s 10th straight win over Pittsburgh. ❌ On the flip side, the Phillies couldn’t get it done. Christian Yelich went off with two homers and four RBIs, and the Brewers stifled Philly’s offense, limiting them to just four hits in a 6-2 defeat.
Looking ahead to today’s best bets:
We like the Detroit Tigers behind Tarik Skubal (-184) vs the Kansas City Royals. Detroit has won 5 straight and is 7-1 in their last 8 matchups with Kansas City. The Royals, meanwhile, are just 1-4 in their last five home games against the Tigers. This is a strong setup for Detroit to keep the streak alive.
Next up, we’re rolling with the Minnesota Twins and Bailey Ober (-135) as they face the Seattle Mariners. Minnesota has been red hot, going 15-5 in their last 20, and they’ve had Seattle’s number lately, going 5-1 in their last six meetings. Seattle’s been shaky at home, dropping 5 of their last 7 there vs the Twins.
Final Thoughts
These picks come with strong supporting trends and favorable matchups. Whether you’re placing your bets on FanDuel, DraftKings, PrizePicks, Underdog, Sleeper, or ESPNBet, today’s plays are full of value. Bet smart, manage your bankroll, and enjoy the game. Let’s keep stacking those wins!
