Today's MLB Best Bets: Picks, Predictions and Odds for ALL Games on Saturday 06/14

The 'Over 8.5' bet is a solid choice for the Cubs vs Pirates game given the recent offensive performances of both teams. The Cubs have shown strong batting, averaging 6.8 runs and 10.6 hits in their last 5 games, indicating a high-scoring potential. Similarly, the Pirates have also been productive, scoring an average of 4.2 runs and 10.2 hits in their recent games. Furthermore, both teams have shown susceptibility in their pitching, with the Cubs allowing an average of 4.8 runs and the Pirates allowing 3.8 runs per game. This implies that both teams are likely to concede runs, further increasing the probability of a high-scoring game. The combined average runs scored by both teams (11) significantly surpasses the line set at 8.5, making the 'Over 8.5' bet a statistically sound choice.

Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates : Over 8.5 Total Runs (+112)

The 'Over 8.5' bet for the Total Runs market in the Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates game is statistically driven. The Cubs have been performing well at home, scoring an average of 6.8 runs in their last five games. The Pirates, on the other hand, have scored an average of 4.2 runs overall in their last five games. This combined average of 11 runs surpasses the line of 8.5. Additionally, both teams have shown strong batting averages, with the Cubs and Pirates averaging 10.6 and 10.2 hits respectively in their last five games. The Cubs also have a higher average of home runs, with 2.2 compared to the Pirates' 1. This, coupled with the Cubs' tendency to allow a higher average of runs (4.8) in their games, suggests a likelihood of a high-scoring game, making the 'Over 8.5' bet a promising choice.

Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates : Over 6.5 Total Runs (-213)

The 'Over 6.5' bet for the Total Runs in the Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates game is a strong choice due to the recent scoring trends of both teams. The Cubs have been averaging 6.8 runs per game over their last five games, which alone is enough to surpass the line. The Pirates, meanwhile, have been averaging 4.2 runs per game over the same period, indicating a combined average well above the 6.5 line. Furthermore, the Cubs' batting average of 10.6 hits per game and the Pirates' 10.2 hits per game suggest a high offensive output. The Cubs have also been allowing an average of 4.8 runs per game, while the Pirates have allowed 3.8, indicating that both defenses may concede enough runs to push the total over the line.

Baltimore Orioles vs Los Angeles Angels : Over 2.5 alternate_team_totals (-312)

The Los Angeles Angels' bet for over 2.5 runs is a strong choice considering their recent performance and the Baltimore Orioles' defensive statistics. The Angels' average runs scored in their last five away games is 2.2, which is just under the line. However, the Orioles have been allowing an average of 4.6 runs in their last five home games, which is significantly higher than the line. Additionally, the Angels' average batting hits in their last five away games is 6.6, indicating a strong offensive performance. The Orioles' pitching has also been weak, with an average of 4 bases on balls in their last five home games. These factors suggest that the Angels are likely to score over 2.5 runs.

Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants : Under 13.5 Total Runs (-323)

The under 13.5 bet for the Dodgers vs. Giants game is backed by several key statistical factors. Firstly, both teams' recent offensive performances indicate a low-scoring game. The Dodgers' last five games at home resulted in an average of 4 runs, while the Giants' away games saw an average of 4.2 runs. This totals to 8.2 runs on average, significantly under the line of 13.5. Secondly, both teams have shown strong defensive performances. The Dodgers allowed an average of 4.4 runs in their last five home games, and the Giants allowed 3.8 runs in their away games. Lastly, the batting averages and home runs for both teams are relatively low, suggesting fewer scoring opportunities. The Dodgers have averaged 1.2 home runs and the Giants 0.6, which should further limit the total runs scored. Therefore, the under 13.5 bet is statistically sound.