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The Toronto Blue Jays head to PNC Park on Monday night to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in an interleague matchup that has big implications for both teams. The Blue Jays remain in the thick of the AL Wild Card race, while the Pirates have been one of the most improved squads in the National
The St. Louis Cardinals head south to face the Miami Marlins in an NL matchup that contrasts one of the National League’s most dangerous lineups against a rebuilding club still searching for stability. First pitch is set for Monday night from loanDepot park, with Miami hoping their young arms can slow down a Cardinals offense
Monday, Aug. 18, 6:40 p.m. ET (MLBN) — Comerica ParkCurrent market has Tigers -150 (≈60% implied) with a total of 8.5. Houston turns to Spencer Arrighetti, while Detroit counters with Jack Flaherty. It’s a classic strength-on-strength matchup: the Astros’ bat-to-ball group versus Detroit’s improved run prevention in a park that suppresses cheap homers. Detroit profile:
Introduction This afternoon’s matchup at Wrigley Field features a classic NL Central showdown—Milwaukee’s right-hander Freddy Peralta, a postseason-tested veteran with a sub-3.00 ERA, against Chicago’s rookie sensation Cade Horton, who’s been untouchable since the All-Star break. From sharp Golden Models and betting lines to injury updates and bullpen vs bullpen breakdowns, here’s your expert bettor’s
The spotlight shifts to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, where the Mariners (68–56) and Mets (65–58) square off in the annual Little League Classic. With both teams battling for Wild Card positioning, ESPN’s primetime matchup offers plenty of playoff implications. 📺 Coverage: ESPN, 7:00 PM ET Recent Form Mariners (Last 5) ➡️ Dropped 3 of last 4, but
The NL West rivals clash again at Dodger Stadium as the Padres (69–53, 31–33 away) face the Dodgers (69–53, 39–24 home) in a pivotal game with playoff implications. Both teams are tied in record but trending in different directions — San Diego has surged with strong pitching and timely hitting, while Los Angeles is trying
The Los Angeles Angels (59–63, 26–33 away) visit the Sacramento Athletics (55–69, 25–36 home) at Sutter Health Park on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Both clubs are hovering below .500 and looking to salvage momentum in the AL Wild Card race. 📺 Coverage: 4:05 PM ET Recent Form Angels (Last 5) ➡️ Won 3 of last
The Tampa Bay Rays (60–63, 28–33 away) head to Oracle Park to finish their interleague series against the San Francisco Giants (59–63, 29–32 home) on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Both teams are fighting to stay relevant in the Wild Card chase, making this matchup a crucial swing game. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 PM
The Arizona Diamondbacks (60–63, 30–33 away) visit Coors Field to close their weekend series against the Colorado Rockies (33–89, 17–43 home) on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Arizona is still hanging on the fringes of the NL Wild Card race, while Colorado continues its rebuild. First pitch is set for 3:10 PM ET in Denver. Recent
The Pittsburgh Pirates (52–72, 18–43 away) close out their series against the Chicago Cubs (69–53, 37–23 home) at Wrigley Field, with first pitch at 2:20 PM ET. The Cubs are battling to keep pace atop the NL Central, while the Pirates continue to evaluate young talent and play spoiler. Recent Form Pirates (Last 5) The