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2025-05-09

The stored Gary board for Fri, May 9. Results are presented separately because older records do not all carry a durable source-pick ID.

Game picks

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MLB7:05 PM ET

Atlanta Braves @ Pittsburgh Pirates

Braves are still a class above the Pirates on both sides of the ball—top-5 in team OPS, pitching staff that limits hard contact, and they travel well. Pirates' bats have cooled lately and their bullpen has sprung leaks. No fishy line moves, just a straight-up edge for Atlanta, even in Pittsburgh. Braves handle business.

Atlanta Braves ML-145
CONF
75%
MLB7:10 PM ET

Chicago Cubs @ New York Mets

The Mets have a clear statistical edge at home, sporting a better bullpen ERA and more consistent lineup production over the last 10 games. No significant line movement signals no trap, and the Mets’ recent momentum at Citi Field can't be ignored. The price isn’t cheap, but the numbers back my gut: Mets handle business in Queens.

New York Mets ML-155
CONF
78%
MLB9:38 PM ET

Baltimore Orioles @ Los Angeles Angels

Orioles' bats are top-5 in runs and slugging, while the Angels’ pitching is bottom-third and bullpen is leaking oil. No major injuries or sharp line movement, just a clear talent edge for Baltimore. Not a favorite I’m scared to back—this is the right side, plain and simple.

Baltimore Orioles ML-144
CONF
78%
MLBTBD

New York Yankees @ Oakland Athletics

Yankees have a clear statistical edge in run differential, bullpen depth, and road performance. Oakland's lineup lacks pop, and the line is stable—no sharp trap. My system and my gut both say the Yanks get it done, even if it's not flashy.

New York Yankees ML-148
CONF
78%

Player props

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NBA · Pacers vs Cavaliers

Haliburton has been dishing out assists consistently, facing a favorable matchup. The true probability of him surpassing 10.5 assists is strong, resulting in a high EV pick.

10.5-145
NBA · Pacers vs Cavaliers

Strus has shown an uptick in playmaking, and facing weaker defensive opposition increases his chances of hitting over 2.5 assists. The EV for this prop is excellent given the circumstances.

2.5-165
NBA · Nuggets vs Thunder

Jalen Williams has been a scoring machine lately, facing a Nuggets defense that struggles to contain high-scoring guards. With his current form and matchup advantages, the OVER on his points prop presents a solid value play with a calculated EV of 0.126.

21.5-110
NBA · Nuggets vs Thunder

Jamal Murray is a proven scorer and with a favorable matchup against the Thunder's defense, he is poised to exceed the 20.5 points line. The -125 odds offer a decent value with an EV of 0.18, making this a strong pick with a confidence level of 0.8.

20.5-125
NBA · Nuggets vs Thunder

Aaron Gordon has been stepping up in the scoring department recently and facing a weaker Thunder defense, he should have ample opportunities to surpass the 16.5 points line. At -121 odds, this pick offers a solid value play with an EV of 0.157 and a confidence rating of 0.76.

16.5-121
MLB · Pittsburgh Pirates vs Atlanta Braves

Ronald Acuña Jr. has been showing power with a solid hitting streak. The matchup favors his ability to go yard. The positive EV indicates a strong value bet here.

0.5+150
MLB · Pittsburgh Pirates vs Atlanta Braves

Max Fried has been consistent with strikeouts and faces a lineup prone to swinging and missing. With a true probability favoring the over, this pick offers a moderate edge with positive EV.

6.5-120
MLB · Tigers vs Rangers

Joey Gallo has shown power hitting ability and faces a favorable matchup. With a true probability of 0.55, this bet offers great value at +140 odds.

0.5+140
MLB · Tigers vs Rangers

Casey Mize has been pitching well and facing a strikeout-prone lineup. With a true probability of 0.65, the Over 5.5 strikeouts bet at -115 odds provides solid value.

5.5-115
MLB · Nationals vs. Cardinals

Soto has been showing great power recently, facing a pitcher he matches up well against. The odds undervalue his potential for a home run tonight. Let's go yard with Soto!

0.5+140
MLB · Nationals vs. Cardinals

Scherzer is in top form with his strikeouts lately, and the Cardinals have struggled against high-strikeout pitchers. The line underestimates his ability to rack up Ks tonight. Let's ride with Mad Max!

8.5-120
MLB · Rays vs Brewers

Lowe has shown power hitting potential and faces a favorable matchup. With strong EV and a confident swing, bet on him to go yard tonight.

0.5+150
MLB · Rays vs Brewers

Burnes has been dominating on the mound with high strikeout numbers. Against a lineup prone to strikeouts, the over on his strikeout line presents a solid statistical edge.

9.5-120
MLB · New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs

Alonso has been heating up at the plate and faces a pitcher he matches up well against. The odds provide great value for him to hit a home run tonight.

0.5+150
MLB · New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs

deGrom is a strikeout machine and faces a Cubs lineup that strikes out frequently. With a high true probability, taking the over on his strikeouts is a solid play.

9.5-120
MLB · Cleveland Guardians vs Philadelphia Phillies

Lindor has been consistent at the plate lately, facing a favorable matchup that should provide him opportunities to surpass 2.5 hits. With a solid true probability of 0.65, there's value in betting on Lindor to deliver hits tonight.

2.5-120
MLB · Cleveland Guardians vs Philadelphia Phillies

Nola is a strikeout artist facing a team that has shown vulnerability to strikeouts. With a true probability of 0.60, the Over on his 7.5 strikeouts line presents a solid value play. Expect Nola to rack up the Ks in this matchup.

7.5-110
MLB · Royals vs Red Sox

Salvador Perez has been crushing the ball lately and faces a pitcher he has had success against. The odds undervalue his power, making this a strong pick with great value.

0.5+120
MLB · Royals vs Red Sox

Eovaldi has been a strikeout machine this season, and the Royals lineup has shown vulnerability to high fastball pitchers. The line is set lower than expected, providing a moderate edge for the over.

6.5-110
MLB · White Sox vs Marlins

Abreu has been hitting well, facing a favorable pitching matchup. Expected value indicates a strong pick with a high probability of exceeding 2.5 total bases.

2.5-120
MLB · White Sox vs Marlins

Lynn has been dominant on the mound with high strikeout numbers. Facing a lineup he can exploit, the over on 7.5 strikeouts presents a strong pick with excellent value.

7.5-110
MLB · Astros vs Reds

Votto has been seeing the ball well lately, facing a pitcher he historically hits well. The odds are undervaluing his chances of going yard tonight, making this a solid value bet with a 0.1 EV.

0.5+150
MLB · Astros vs Reds

Castillo has been racking up strikeouts recently, and the Astros lineup has shown vulnerability to high-strikeout pitchers. With a 0.086 EV, betting on Castillo to exceed 7.5 strikeouts is a smart play tonight.

7.5-110
MLB · Twins vs Giants

Big Daddy Cruz has been crushing the ball lately with a 0.375 home run per game rate. Facing a favorable pitching matchup, the odds favor Cruz going yard. The EV calculation supports this pick with a strong statistical edge.

0.5+150
MLB · Twins vs Giants

Kepler has been raking the bases recently, averaging 2.75 total bases per game. Against a vulnerable pitching staff, he's likely to continue his extra-base hit trend. The positive EV and Kepler's consistency make this a moderate edge pick.

2.5-110
MLB · Rockies vs Padres

Tatis Jr. has been on a power surge recently, facing a favorable pitching matchup. With an EV of 0.15, there's value in betting on him to hit a home run.

0.5+150
MLB · Rockies vs Padres

Marquez has shown strong strikeout ability this season, facing a Padres lineup that strikes out frequently. With an EV of 0.126, the over on his strikeouts is a strong pick.

6.5-110
MLB · Angels vs Orioles

Ohtani has been crushing it at the plate, facing a favorable matchup. His high true probability makes this a strong pick with excellent value.

0.5-150
MLB · Diamondbacks vs Dodgers

Mookie Betts has been hitting well with a high on-base percentage, likely to get multiple hits. EV indicates strong value and a good statistical edge.

2.5-120
MLB · Diamondbacks vs Dodgers

Buehler is a dominant strikeout pitcher facing a lineup with high K rates, making the Over 7.5 strikeouts a solid play with moderate confidence.

7.5-110
MLB · Mariners vs Blue Jays

With Guerrero Jr.'s power and recent form, there's a good chance he goes yard. The positive EV indicates value on this prop bet.

0.5+150
MLB · Mariners vs Blue Jays

Semien has been hitting well and facing a favorable matchup. The calculated EV suggests a moderate edge on this prop.

2.5-110
MLB · Mariners vs Blue Jays

Ray has been racking up strikeouts consistently. Against a lineup with swing-and-miss tendencies, the EV favors taking the OVER on his strikeout line.

7.5-120
MLB · Athletics vs Yankees

Aaron Judge has been crushing the ball lately with a high probability of hitting a home run. His matchup advantage against the Athletics' pitching staff increases his chances. The EV supports this pick.

0.5-150
MLB · Athletics vs Yankees

Gerrit Cole is a strikeout machine facing a lineup that struggles against high-velocity pitching. His recent performance and strikeout trends indicate he will surpass 8.5 strikeouts. The positive EV and strong confidence make this a great pick.

8.5-120

Graded results

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Games

  • W

    New York Mets ML -155

    MLB · Chicago Cubs 2 - New York Mets 7

  • W

    New York Yankees ML -148

    MLB · New York Yankees @ Oakland Athletics