With exhibition baseball underway, we thought we might bring some MLB expert picks to your doorstep.
Handicapping baseball can be a nightmare, but that's what Odds Shark is here for. Check out all our odds, computer picks, and betting trends to inform your bets from spring to the World Series.
Here's a look at two MLB expert picks you ought to consider for this slate of games on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024:
Philadelphia Phillies vs Toronto Blue Jays
| Game | Runline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHI Phillies | +1.5 (-125) | O 8.5 (-118) | +160 |
| TOR Blue Jays | -1.5 (+105) | U 8.5 (-102) | -192 |
Pick: Blue Jays -1.5 (+105)
The Jays are rolling out the big guns Thursday, starting with right-hander Jose Berrios on the hill. George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will bat for Toronto, while the Phils will sit Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Nick Castellanos.
With Toronto at home, we can bet the runline, too.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles
| Game | Runline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT Pirates | +1.5 (-135) | O 8.5 (-110) | +148 |
| BAL Orioles | -1.5 (+114) | U 8.5 (-110) | -166 |
Pick: UNDER 8.5 (-110)
Baltimore has cruised to a 5-1 SU spring record, largely off excellent run prevention. Four of the O's six games have gone UNDER 8.5 runs, including a previous matchup vs the Pirates (2-0 win).
Normally, you'd think spring totals would balloon due to shoddy pitching and sketchy defense; but not with these two squads on the field.
