Best MLB Moneyline Prop Bets Today: Top 5 picks including Oakland Athletics, Pittsburgh Pirates, and more | August 22
Picking an MLB team to win a game is picking the money line. It's a much simpler way of betting than involving parlays and spreads, so it's a pretty popular one. It involves just making the prediction, which so many people automatically do without even thinking about it. With that in mind, we've got today's best picks from DraftKings to keep an eye on.
Best MLB moneyline bets for August 22
5) New York Yankees: -180
The New York Yankees bounced back in a big way on Wednesday. They also have Gerrit Cole pitching, and they're at home with players like Juan Soto and Aaron Judge in top form. That makes them the favorite to win the game and lock up a series win vs. the Cleveland Guardians.
4) Pittsburgh Pirates: -155
The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't that good, but they have Paul Skenes pitching today. That's as much of an advantage as any team has with any pitcher starting, and it's the main reason the Pirates, who are just 3-7 in their last 10 games, have any chance (let alone negative odds) to beat the Cincinnati Reds today.
3) Baltimore Orioles: -166
The Baltimore Orioles are one of baseball's best teams, embroiled in a difficult AL East race. They have a key matchup against the red-hot Houston Astros and the O's are 4-6 in their last 10. Still, they're at home and boast a better roster, so they are the pick to win today.
2) Chicago Cubs (Safest pick of the day): -205
The Chicago Cubs are up against the Miami Marlins, who are dismal this season and have won just three times in their last seven. The Cubs have a solid pitching matchup advantage, but much of this comes down to the fact that they're 16 games ahead of the Marlins in the standings.
1) Oakland Athletics (Bold Prediction of the day): +105
It is still today's bold prediction, but it's rare to see the Oakland Athletics as a pick to be made. However, the A's aren't as bad as they have been in the past.
They're up against the Milwaukee Brewers. They're not favored, but it won't be a huge surprise if they pull out the win today.