MLB 2025 Betting Guide And Previews

The MLB Season 2025 kicks off on Tuesday, March 18 with the current World Series Champions LA Dodgers facing the Chicago Cubs in a two-game series set in Tokyo. Most teams, including 15 of the 16 National League clubs, will open their season on Thursday, March 27. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies and Tampa Bay Rays will begin their 162-game schedule on Friday, March 28. Let’s take a look at the preview for future games as well as the best betting strategies to use. Table of Content MLB 2025 World Series Betting Winners Odds Team Odds Los Angeles Dodgers +250 New York Yankees +800 Atlanta Braves  +950 New York Mets +1100 Philadelphia Phillies  +1100 Baltimore Orioles +1400 Boston Red Sox  +1800 Houston Astros +2100 San Diego Padres  +2200 Texas Rangers +2400 MLB 2025 World Series Winners OddsOdds as seen on sportsgeek. MLB 2025 World Series Championship Favorites There are lots of great teams in the MLB, each with potential to impress fans and stun their opponents into defeat. However, only one team can win the MLB World Series, and this year 3 lucky American baseball teams have been chosen to receive that honor. Below, we’ve shared the title favorites for the MLB 2025 World Series Championship favorites. Los Angeles Dodgers (+250) The Dodgers finished the 2024 World Series as favorites after defeating the Yankees in five games to claim their eighth title in franchise history.  New York Yankees (+800) The Yankees were the second strongest team in the 2024 World Series. They came up three wins short of a World Series title in 2024, losing to the Dodgers in five games after securing the AL East and ALCS crowns.  Atlanta Braves (+950) The Atlanta Braves started the 2024 season with +450 odds to win the World Series. However, after being eliminated in the NL Wild Card round, their odds dropped to +950. MLB 2025 AL And NL MVP Odds Let’s check out the early odds for which players will stand out by winning MVP at the end of the year American League MVP Aaron Judge +300 Last year’s American League MVP, Aaron Judge is this season’s favorite. He led the Yankees to win their first World Series berth since 2009 while also claiming his third All MLB Selection team. Bobby Witt Jr +450 Bobby Witt Jr. had an amazing season. At just 24, he became the MLB batting champion (.332), earned All-Star honors, made the All-MLB first-team, won a Gold Glove and took home the Silver Slugger Award.  Yordan Alvarez +600 Gunnar Henderson +750 Jose Ramirez +1500 National League MVP Shohei Ohtani +200 Shohei Ohtani enters the 2025 MLB season as the favorite after securing the NL MVP last year. He ranked second in home runs (54), RBIs (130), and WAR (9.2), while finishing fourth in batting average (.310). Juan Soto +550 Fernando Tatis Jr +750 Mookie Betts +1200 Bryce Harper +1400 Bet on Baseball: Our Baseball Betting Tips If you’re a newbie in the MLB betting world, you might find it a bit challenging to bet. However, it’s easier than it looks, and with a little guidance, you’ll be betting like a pro in no time. Here are the different ways to bet on baseball odds: Moneyline Bets A moneyline bet is a type of wager placed on a team to win. These bets can be placed on any game from the start of Spring Training through to the finals of the World Series. It is the most straight-forward bet in baseball. Some betting platforms offer early cash-outs while the game is playing, while others offer early payout promotions if the team you’ve bet on takes a significant lead. For example, if you bet on the Yankees’ moneyline against the Red Sox, your bet wins only if the Yankees come out on top. Run Line The runline is similar to a spread in football. However, it’s a lot smaller than that of high scoring games like the NBA and NFL. In baseball, the runline is generally only 1.5 in either direction.  The favourites are usually listed as -1.5, which means that they need to win by two clear runs for you to win. While the underdog will likely be listed at +1.5.  Game Total Betting platforms show you the moneyline, runline and game total for each baseball game.  The game total means the total number of runs scored in the game. There’s usually a set  ‘line’ and bettors are allowed to bet on over or under that number. For instance, if the ‘line’ is set at 7.5, and you bet on the over, your bet will win if there are 8 or more total runs in the game. Prop Bets Prop bets are bets on a player in a baseball game. Most Betting sites give bettors a selection of players to bet on and the bets focus on the player’s performance in a specific game.  Hits, total bases, home runs and strikeouts are four of the staples for measuring prop bets. Many of these markets follow the same over/under format as the game total.  Futures Bets An MLB futures bet involves betting on a future baseball event or multiple events. These are usually placed way before the game and bettors may have to wait for a long while for their bets to be decided.  Futures bets often have longer odds and will also have cash out options. They can be very lucrative because you can bet on the winner before and during the season. Parlays If you like betting on longer odds, Parlays are great for you. A parlay allows you to bet on multiple wagers, with potentially large payouts. For you to win a parlay, all your wagers must win. For example, If you backed the Giants, Yankees and Astros to win, you would need all three to win their games for your bet to pay out.  First Five Innings Betting on the first five innings of MLB games has become increasingly popular in the baseball world today.

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NHL Expert Picks: Hurricanes VS Canadiens Sure Tips

Next Tuesday the NHL night schedule brings such an interesting showdown between Hurricanes VS Canadiens.  The Carolina Hurricanes (33-20-4) are playing against the Montreal Canadiens (26-26-5) on Tuesday, 26th of February, 2025.  The match is scheduled for 01:00 AM at the Bell Centre. For NHL Betting Predictions from a Hot Prediction Site you can count on, read MatchPlug’s betting preview for Hurricanes VS Canadiens to get some help with your bets. Betting Preview for Hurricanes VS Canadiens Betting On The Hurricanes   The Hurricanes have been considered favorites for the Stanley Cup for many seasons now.  They are currently in the playoff zone with 70 points, playing up to their potential. Their most recent game was a disappointing 6-3 away loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on February 22nd. Their loss in this game marked their third consecutive defeat on the road, highlighting their weakness in away matches. Despite these losses, Rod Brind’Amour’s team appears to be more stable overall. They have also recorded a 3-0 away victory that showed that they not only have a strong offense, their defensive lines are also secure.  Betting On Canadiens The Canadiens have played pretty decently this season but have been unable to achieve consistent winnings. In their games in January and early February, they only managed 5 wins in regulation time and after the Four Nations Tournament break, they redeemed themselves with a win against Ottawa. Their Ottawa victory was on February 22nd in 5-2 away game which managed to set them on a steady position in the standings. Now, however, they are struggling with injury reports of some of their key players. Tkachuck, Pinto and Norris have been missing in games and their absence might cause major problems for the team in their match against the Hurricanes on Tuesday. MatchPlug Prediction For Hurricanes VS Canadiens This match between the Hurricanes and the Canadiens is going to be a tough one because it is their first meeting for the season.  In this fixture, The Hurricanes have significant statistical advantage of beating their opponents in home and away matches in recent years and are currently desperate to redeem themselves after their series of away losses.  Our prediction for this game is a victory for the Hurricanes in regulation time. Final Prediction: Carolina Hurricanes Moneyline

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NHL Expert Picks: Buffalo Sabres VS Anaheim Ducks

Buffalo Sabres are on hosting duties this Tuesday as they welcome Anaheim Ducks to the Keybank Center. Read our preview of the Buffalo Sabres VS Anaheim Ducks game. The Buffalo Sabres who are 23-27-5 and have recorded five home wins in a row will aim to extend the streak with the Anaheim Ducks at 25-24-7. The game is scheduled for 01:00AM at the KeyBank Center. For NHL Betting Predictions from a Hot Prediction Site you can count on, read MatchPlug’s betting preview for Sabres VS Ducks to get some help with your bets. Betting Preview for Buffalo Sabres VS Anaheim Ducks  Betting On Buffalo Sabres  Buffalo Sabres have been on a strong run, winning their last five straight games at home. Their last game which was a 8-2 victory over New York Rangers was secured with the combined efforts of player Rasmussen Dahlin who had 4 points and Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukonen, who made 26 saves. It’s safe to say that the Sabres have the firepower to come out on top at the Key bank center this Tuesday, just like they did when they last played the Ducks at Honda Center and finished with a 3-2 victory. Betting On Anaheim Ducks  The Anaheim Ducks have been inconsistent. Their last game was a disappointing 5-4 defeat that occurred at the Little Caesars Arena in a game against the Detroit Red Wings. Despite bagging 4 goals like their opponent, their defense was a bit shaky and they conceded one more goal which led to their defeat. The Ducks will need major improvements at defense if they want to stand a chance against the tough Sabres on Tuesday. MatchPlug Prediction For Buffalo Sabres VS Anaheim Ducks While the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks haven’t had a problem scoring goals this season, we anticipate a win for the Sabres. The Sabres have been consistent at home, securing consecutive wins and protecting their defense. They have the home advantage in this game and will likely secure another win to their streak. Final Prediction: Sabres Moneyline

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NHL Expert Picks: Maple Leafs VS Bruins

Boston Bruins will meet Toronto Maple Leafs in an Atlantic Division showdown on Tuesday, 26th February, 2025. Read our preview of Maple Leafs VS Bruins. The game is scheduled for 01:00 AM at TD Garden. MatchPlug has the latest analysis, odds and insight, check out Matchplug’s coverage of the matchup. Betting Preview for Maple Leafs VS Bruins Betting On The Maple Leafs  The Maple leafs enter this match on the back of a 2-5 away win over Chicago Blackhawks. The game marked their second win in a row in recent games. So far, they are considered to have one of the best defensive line in the Eastern Conference as they have not conceded more than 3 goals in their last 8 games in a row. The Toronto Maple Leafs have also recorded 5 wins in their last Six games and are going into Tuesday’s match confident to make it 6 wins in 7 matches. Betting On Bruins Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins are still struggling with winning games this season. Their attack is so poor that their recent game ended in a 2-3 overtime loss to Anaheim Ducks, extending their losing streak to three in a row. In addition Boston’s attack form hasn’t been consistent. They have been unable to score more than three goals since their last victory against New York Rangers earlier in February.  If they want a shot at winning this match, they will have to seriously work on their attacking form.  MatchPlug Prediction For Maple Leafs VS Bruins While both teams most recent meetings in the last two years ended on even results, we anticipate the Toronto Maple Leaf to beat the Boston Bruins this Tuesday. The two teams will be determined to secure a win over the other to continue competing in the Eastern Conference standings but the Maple Leafs are the better team to actually achieve a win. Therefore, our pick for Boston Bruins – Toronto Maple Leafs is a narrow win for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Final Prediction: Toronto Maple Leafs Over/Under

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NBA Expert Picks: Charlotte Hornets VS Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings will take on the Charlotte Hornets at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday, 25th February, 2025. Read our match preview for the Charlotte Hornets VS Sacramento Kings. The Kings enter this match holding the 10th best record in the Western Conference, while their opponents are close to the bottom of the table in the East. Match Plug offers the latest analysis and odds for NBA games. Read the preview for the matchup. Betting Preview for Hornets VS Kings Betting On Charlotte Hornets  The Hornets are out of the playoff race and have struggled in their recent games. They have lost two straight games and won just two of their last ten. With a 14-41 record, they sit 14th in the East and are at risk of another near-bottom finish in the conference. Going into this match, their situation is even worse as their star player. Brandon Miller is sidelined for the season as well as other multiple key players – all due to injuries. Betting On Sacramento Kings Sacramento on the other hand, are top contenders for the playoffs if they can build a winning streak. With 26 games left, they need consistent victories to move beyond the play-in spot, where they currently sit in tenth place in the West.   MatchPlug Prediction For Charlotte Hornets VS Sacramento Kings This will be the first meeting between both teams this season and the Kings have the upper hand in this match. Our prediction for this match is the Sacramento Kings with a handicap -10.5  Final Prediction: Sacramento Kings handicap

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NBA Expert Picks: Portland Trail Blazers VS Utah Jazz Sure Tips

Portland Trail Blazers face Utah Jazz at the Delta Center on Tuesday, 25th of February, 2025. Read our preview for the Portland Trail Blazers VS Utah Jazz game. The game is scheduled for 3:00 AM. Match Plug provides the latest analysis and odds for the Trail Blazers VS Jazz. Betting Preview for Portland Trail Blazers VS Utah Jazz Betting On The Portland Trail Blazers  The Portland Trail Blazers have struggled on the road, losing three consecutive away games. However, they have won six of their last 10 matchups and put on a dominant performance against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, securing a commanding 53-point victory.   In their most recent outing, Portland cruised to a win over the Hornets at Moda Center. Anfernee Simons led the charge with 25 points, while Shaedon Sharpe and Jabari Walker each contributed 20 points. Betting On Utah Jazz The Utah Jazz secured a victory in their last outing, defeating the Houston Rockets 124-115 at Delta Center. Keyonte George led the team with 30 points, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 23 points and 10 rebounds. Isaiah Collier also had a strong performance, recording 12 points and 10 assists.   However, Utah faces significant injury concerns for this matchup, with Lauri Markkanen, Walker Kessler, John Collins, Jordan Clarkson, and Collin Sexton all ruled out. MatchPlug Prediction For Portland Trail Blazers VS Utah Jazz The Jazz have struggled this season, and their home record has been poor. Portland Trail Blazers will use this to their advantage and continue their winning streak. Our prediction for this match is a win for Portland Trail Blazers. Final Prediction: Portland Trail Blazers Moneyline

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MLS Prediction Today: Inter Miami Vs NY City Sure Tips

The 2025 MLS season kicks off this weekend with an exciting matchup between New York City FC and Inter Miami at Chase Stadium on Saturday. Read our preview for the Inter Miami VS NY City game. In this game, Inter Miami will be eager to bounce back from last year’s playoff disappointment. Thus, we should expect an exciting, action packed 90-minutes game. Read on for Matchplug’s full preview of this highly anticipated season opener. Betting Preview for Inter Miami VS NY City  Betting On Inter Inter Miami finished last season at the top of the MLS Eastern Conference but fell short in the playoffs, suffering a 3-2 home defeat to Atlanta United in the MLS Cup final.  However, the Herons recently secured a 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City in the CONCACAF Champions Cup and will aim to carry that momentum into their season opener against New York City FC. Betting On NY City New York City FC finished sixth in the Eastern Conference last season with 50 points. Their performances have improved significantly and they’ve presented a steady form in their recent matches. They come  into this match with confidence after securing a 1-0 win over Minnesota United last week. MatchPlug Prediction Inter Miami VS NY City  Inter Miami have impeccable form and will aim for a strong start to the season. Lionel Messi impressed with a stunning goal in Kansas City and will play an important role in tonight’s game. While New York City FC playing against be challenging, Inter Miami are the stronger side and are expected to win this match. Final Prediction: Inter Miami Over 2.5

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NHL Expert Picks: Wild VS Red Wings Sure Tips

The Minnesota Wild are back for their first game after their 4 Nations Face-off Tournament break. The fixture is the Wild VS Red Wings scheduled for Saturday, 22nd of February, 2025. Match Plug provides the latest analysis, odds, and insight for the NHL games. Read below for the match preview. Betting Preview of Wild Vs Red Wings Betting On Red Wings The Detroit Red Wings hope the tournament break hasn’t disrupted their momentum.   Before the break, they lost 6-3 to the Tampa Bay Lightning. However, since January 23, they have been in strong form, winning seven of their last eight games and posting a 7-1-1 record over their past nine matchups. Betting On Wild  The Minnesota Wild holds a seven-point lead over the Vancouver Canucks, which may seem like a comfortable margin. However, the team has struggled to perform in recent road games, making their advantage in this Saturday’s match less secure. MatchPlug Prediction For Wild Vs Red Wing This game will be tough for both teams, but the Minnesota Wild are better on paper despite their inability to win their most recent confrontations at Detroit. For Saturday’s game, the Wild are expected to finish with a win. Therefore, our pick for this game is Minnesota Wild to win. Final Prediction: Minnesota Wild Over 5.5

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NFL Roundup: Jaguars begin Second Round Interview for GM this week

The Jaguars will begin physical second-round interviews for the position of general manager on Wednesday, February 19.  Currently they have five eligible finalists: Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham, Rams director of scouting strategy James Gladstone, Packers VP of player personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan, Jaguars interim GM Ethan Waugh, and 49ers director of scouting and football operations Josh Williams.

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Matthew Tkachuk sidelined in United States VS Sweden match with lower-body injury

Matthew Tkachuk will be sidelined for Team USA’s 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Sweden at TD Garden on Monday due to a lower-body injury. The forward missed the final 12:36 of the third period in the 3-1 win over Canada on Saturday and sat out the morning skate on Monday.  With the U.S. already secured a spot in Thursday’s final, playing against Sweden is not so important because it doesn’t affect their standings.  Sweden was eliminated before the game, and Canada advanced with a 5-3 win over Finland earlier on Monday.

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