Brett Taylor pointed out repeated late-game relief pitching struggles by the Cubs, citing two instances in a short span where late leads were lost. Although Taylor mentioned the bullpen failings haven't been catastrophic yet, the consistent issue of coughing up late leads suggests value in betting on opposing teams late-inning moneylines or live-bet opportunities.

Brett Taylor highlighted Kyle Tucker's potential for increased power output at Wrigley Field based on Tucker's spray chart tendencies. While left-handed power historically can find difficulty at certain parts of right field at Wrigley, other areas like left-center field work well in Tucker’s favor. Taylor specifically projected many of Tucker’s homers this season would land in left-center, providing an insightful angle into his power upside and fantasy appeal at home games.

Data Skrive highlights Jackson Chourio as a promising bet against Rockies' pitcher Ryan Feltner. Chourio is currently batting .315/.309/.685 with 17 hits, 4 home runs, and 37 total bases through the first 12 games of the 2025 MLB season. Given Coors Field's favorable hitting environment and his current hot streak, betting on Chourio's over (1.5 hits at +120 odds, total bases at -143 odds) presents good value in this matchup.

Sal Frelick is highlighted by Data Skrive as an intriguing betting option against Rockies' Ryan Feltner. Currently batting an impressive .356/.431/.422 and collecting 16 hits in 12 games, Frelick is seeing the ball well. Though he lacks home run power, his ability to rack up hits makes his total bases prop (over 1.5 at +110 odds) attractive, particularly in the offense-friendly confines of Coors Field.

Data Skrive recommends targeting Hunter Goodman's total bases prop for the matchup against Quinn Priester of the Brewers. Goodman, despite modest batting average (.237/.310/.474), has a strong slugging profile with 2 home runs and 18 total bases in just 10 games. His total bases over 1.5 line (-105 odds) represents an enticing betting opportunity due to his home-run power and the matchup against Priester.

Data Skrive points to a productive opportunity for Brenton Doyle against Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester. Doyle has put up solid numbers thus far (.271/.314/.438 with 13 hits, 2 HR, 21 total bases in 11 games) and entering a home game at Coors Field provides an even sweeter matchup. Doyle’s total bases prop (over 1.5 at -139 odds) is appealing based on his consistent recent performance and favorable matchup against Priester.

Data Skrive identifies Brice Turang's total bases prop against Rockies' starter Ryan Feltner as an appealing betting option. Turang, hitting .327/.358/.531 with 16 hits and 26 total bases through the opening 12 games, regularly goes beyond single-hit performances. His over 1.5 total bases with odds at -133 is a strong wager option, given his consistency at the plate and the hitter-friendly environment at Coors Field for this game.

Data Skrive emphasized Cedric Mullins as a solid bet to achieve over 0.5 hits and 1.5 total bases facing Arizona's Brandon Pfaadt. Mullins is currently sporting an impressive slash-line of .308/.426/.615 through 11 games with 12 hits, 3 home runs, and 24 total bases. Given Pfaadt's shaky start to his outings and Mullins continuing to produce consistently early this season, taking the over on these prop bets for Mullins has strong underlying support.

Data Skrive suggested Corbin Carroll is well-positioned to exceed 0.5 hits and 1.5 total bases against Orioles pitcher Dean Kremer. Carroll has posted excellent overall numbers through 12 games, batting .304/.407/.696 with 14 hits, 4 home runs, and 32 total bases. With Kremer's inconsistent start to the year and Carroll displaying sustained power and consistency at the plate, Carroll appears to have strong value to achieve the modest prop totals set for this matchup.

Data Skrive highlighted Jose Altuve as a smart bet to surpass his 0.5 hits and total bases prop against Mariners pitcher Luis Castillo. Altuve is hitting .340/.392/.532 through 11 games this year, showcasing great form with 16 hits and 25 total bases including 3 home runs. Although Castillo is typically a strong pitcher, Altuve's historical success against right-handers and his recent hot streak support him achieving at least one hit and base in this matchup.

Data Skrive recommended confidently betting on Tyler Soderstrom to surpass 0.5 total bases against Padres pitcher Randy Vasquez. Soderstrom enters the matchup batting .378/.440/.822 through 12 games, already amassing 17 hits, including 6 home runs and an impressive 37 total bases. Given Soderstrom's scorching hot start coupled with Vasquez being a rookie pitcher who has shown some early vulnerability, betting on Soderstrom to earn at least one base hit appears well-supported.

Data Skrive outlined Fernando Tatis Jr. as a strong bet to exceed 1.5 total bases against Athletics pitcher Osvaldo Bido. Tatis is batting .364 with a strong .442 OBP and notable slugging percentage of .523 through 12 games this season. Given Bido's relative inexperience and recent struggles against right-handed power hitters, combined with Tatis Jr.'s hot start (16 hits, 2 home runs, and 23 total bases in just 12 games), the underlying stats point to favorable conditions for Tatis to produce multiple bases in this matchup.

Data Skrive indicated Freddy Peralta as a strong strikeout prop bet candidate in his upcoming start against the Rockies. The Rockies rank dead last in MLB, striking out only 7 batters per nine innings as a pitching staff, which implies they also struggle at limiting opposing pitchers' strikeout totals due to weak offensive production. Peralta, who has a strong career strikeout rate of 10.8 KO/9 innings, will have a favorable matchup against an offense that strikes out 10.9 times per game, ranking 25th among MLB offenses this season. Given these disparities and Colorado's offensive struggles, Data Skrive recommends taking the over on Peralta's strikeout prop.

Data Skrive suggested targeting Jackson Chourio, who is riding a hot streak following a two-home-run game. Chourio leads Milwaukee in home runs (3) and runs batted in (9) and has a highly favorable matchup against Kyle Freeland and a Colorado Rockies pitching staff that has posted a mediocre 4.27 ERA and ranks last in the majors with only seven strikeouts per nine innings pitched. With Chourio locked into a prominent run-producing role and Colorado's pitching struggles detailed, the recommendation is to leverage Chourio's recent surge for fantasy or betting purposes, particularly in DFS formats.

Data Skrive advised caution on betting the Colorado Rockies despite a tempting plus-odds (+135 moneyline). The Rockies offense has ranked 28th in the league, averaging just 3.3 runs per game and ranking 25th with six total home runs. They lead the league in offensive strikeouts at 10.9 per game, illustrating severe struggles at the plate. Given these offensive problems and facing Freddy Peralta's high strikeout ability, taking the Rockies on the moneyline or run-line would be risky. Data Skrive recommends fading Colorado's offense until signs of improvement become evident.

Data Skrive suggested the New York Mets moneyline (-249) against the Marlins and over 7 total runs as best bets. This is anchored by team performance thus far (Mets at 6-3 and Marlins at 5-4), specific pitching matchups and lineup strength, notably highlighting recent multi-homer outings by Matt Mervis for the Marlins as key reasoning on why the run total is likely to go over. Their suggestion offers clear actionable betting and DFS insight.

Against the Nationals, who have started poorly with a 1-5 record, the Diamondbacks (-141) are projected as the strongest pick in the game according to Data Skrive’s analysis. Arizona enters with a 4-3 record and the model indicates a higher-scoring affair, leaning heavily towards an over bet on the game's total, which is currently set at 8.5 runs.

Despite stumbling to a disappointing 0-7 start, the Braves are strongly favored at -242 against Miami (+198) at home. Data Skrive's picks suggest that Atlanta's starting pitching advantage will help them secure their first victory. The under is also identified as a strong play here, with the game total listed as 7.5 runs.

Data Skrive recommends the Dodgers (-146) as the favored winner in their road matchup against the Phillies (+123). With an impressive, undefeated 8-0 start, Los Angeles is the solid pick, and the analysis also expects a high-scoring game, projecting the total runs to exceed the set line of 8.

The Yankees, sporting a solid 4-2 record, are clearly favored with a -163 moneyline for their game against the Pirates (+138). Data Skrive's projections strongly indicate that betting the Yankees' moneyline is valuable. The computer also suggests expecting offense in this matchup, predicting the total to surpass 8 runs.

The Giants, with a strong early-season record of 5-1, are -148 moneyline favorites against the visiting Mariners (+123). Data Skrive's analysis favors San Francisco to secure the win at Oracle Park due to superior pitching in this matchup. Additionally, the game's total (8 runs) is projected to fall short, making the under bet appealing according to the computer picks.

The Red Sox are favored to beat the Cardinals, with a moneyline of -138 against the Cards' +118. Both teams have had mixed starts—Boston is 3-4, St. Louis 4-2. The computer model points to the Red Sox winning at home and expects a lower-scoring affair, identifying the under (9 runs) as the pick.

The Padres, off to a flawless 7-0 start, are slight underdogs (+141) against the Cubs (-166) at Wrigley Field. However, the computer model highlights value with San Diego as the predicted winner despite their betting line. The total (6.5 runs) is also expected to surpass that number, indicating a higher-scoring game anticipated by the analysis.

The Athletics are slight betting favorites (-126) on the road against the Rockies (+106) at Coors Field. Given the hitter-friendly conditions known at Coors, the total is projected to exceed 9.5 runs, indicating that betting the over is a good play according to Data Skrive's analysis. Oakland is chosen by the model as the likely winner, breaking their current four-game losing streak.

Data Skrive's computer prediction strongly favors the Tigers in their matchup against the White Sox. The Tigers are substantial favorites with a -248 moneyline, while the White Sox are underdogs at +203. Both teams are entering the game with identical records of 2-4 on the season. Additionally, the model points to scoring being above expectations, favoring the total runs to go over 7.

Data Skrive's analysis predicts a home victory for the Mets against the Blue Jays. New York is slightly favored at -133, while Toronto is a minor underdog at +112. The model strongly points toward a low-scoring game at Citi Field, leaning toward the total run tally staying under 7.5.

Data Skrive's model sees value in the road underdog Cincinnati Reds (-104 money line) against the Brewers. Each team is off to a shaky 2-4 start, but the computer modeling suggests the Reds are in position to pull out a win here. With the total set at 7.5, the projections indicate a strong likelihood this game also goes 'Over', benefiting bettors who expect a bit more offense at American Family Field.

Data Skrive’s MLB model backs the slight underdog Diamondbacks (+102 money line) to take down the Yankees on the road. Despite Yankees' decent kickoff with a 3-2 record, Arizona boasts better early momentum at 4-2 and projects strongly in a game with a total set at 9.5. The computer also likes a higher-scoring match-up, predicting the final score to go over the specified total, which favors Arizona's ability to exploit Yankee Stadium's friendly offensive dimensions.

Data Skrive supports betting on the Baltimore Orioles (-113) in their matchup against the Boston Red Sox based on its computer picks. Baltimore is projected to come out on top, despite a similar money line to Boston (-106). Additionally, the game's total is projected over 9. Data Skrive's projection leverages current form, where the Orioles (3-3) have been slightly better than the Red Sox (2-4) and will enjoy home advantage at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Data Skrive has the Phillies as a solid moneyline pick (-226) against the Colorado Rockies, highlighting Philadelphia’s strong 4-1 start to the season versus Colorado’s poor 1-4 record. It also projects the total to go Under the set line of 9.5, suggesting a combination of good Phillies pitching and limited Rockies scoring. With the game being held at Citizens Bank Park, the Phillies are primed in a good spot to build upon their early successful run.

According to Data Skrive's modeling, bettors should back the Cubs (+101) against the Diamondbacks as slight road underdogs. Matchup analytics highlight Cubs' roster depth and strategic matchups suggesting this could be a profitable bet.

Data Skrive's prediction favors betting the underdog Padres (+120) to beat the Braves. Padres current form, favorable lineup matchups, historical pitcher/hitter splits give San Diego a surprising analytics edge, identifying them as an appealing value play for bettors this weekend.

Data Skrive highlights the betting value of Astros (-124) to defeat Mets. Statistical analysis shows Houston's strong home performance and advantageous pitching outlook in this matchup, making the Astros a recommended wager.

Data Skrive's model suggests favorable betting value by choosing the Giants (+105 underdogs) against Cincinnati Reds in their matchup. The matchups and team performance metrics project the Giants as likely victors, presenting a potential edge for bettors.

Considering the Rays' tremendous moneyline position (-206), Data Skrive highlights betting confidence for Tampa Bay over Colorado. Tampa's pitching matchup and recent form data imply high win probability, supporting the recommendation despite heavy juice on the bet.

Data Skrive analysis suggests significant value in betting the Guardians (+102) to beat the Royals. Predictive modeling indicates Cleveland's roster and matchup advantages have been underestimated, making them a recommended value pick for a positive betting opportunity at close odds.

Bleacher Nation’s Data Skrive identifies strong betting value in backing the Orioles (+108) on the road against the Blue Jays. The machine learning algorithm projects Baltimore to outperform their underdog status, suggesting bettors take advantage of this mispricing on the moneyline.

Data Skrive points out value in betting on the White Sox (+138) to beat the Angels at home. Despite being underdogs, predictive analysis sees an edge with the home side, suggesting placing a wager on Chicago's plus-money line to capitalize on expected home-field advantage and matchups.