MLB Picks and Predictions recommended betting on the Chicago Cubs due to their promising matchup versus a Los Angeles Dodgers starter who has struggled significantly to open the season. The Cubs lineup has excelled lately against right-handed pitching, batting .279 as a team, which aligns well against this Dodgers starter who has surrendered a.325 average to opposing hitters and allowed multiple home runs in each of his last three starts.

MLB Picks and Predictions recommended taking the New York Yankees to cover the run line against the San Francisco Giants. The recommendation was based on New York's hot hitting streak, averaging over 6 runs per game in their recent homestand, contrasted with San Francisco's pitching struggles on the road, sporting a team ERA of over 5.00 away from Oracle Park this season.