MLB Betting Guide: Thursday, September 14, 2023

When it comes to sports betting, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of Major League Baseball. With a diverse range of betting options, from moneylines to run totals, it offers endless opportunities to win big. Every day, the MLB schedule unfolds with unique outlooks, influenced by starting pitchers and advanced stats. If you’re looking for the most appealing MLB odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, we’ve got you covered.

In this MLB Betting Guide for Thursday, September 14, 2023, we’ll analyze two intriguing matchups and share our expert insights. Please note that odds are subject to change throughout the day, so make sure to check for the latest updates.

Texas Rangers at Toronto Blue Jays

Over 7.5 (-115)

The Texas Rangers are on fire, winning the first three games of their four-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays. They’ve outscored the Jays 26-7 during this streak, showcasing their potential as a formidable lineup. Despite drawing Toronto’s ace, Kevin Gausman, tonight, the Rangers’ batting stats against right-handed pitchers are impressive:

Fourth in wRC+ (114)
Third in wOBA (.339)
Third in ISO (.192)

Moreover, they’ve improved in the second half, with a wOBA of .340 and an ISO of .197 against righties. Gausman may have strong numbers, but he allows high barrel (10.0%) and hard-hit rates (44.1%), which favor the Rangers’ offense.

While Gausman bounced back in his recent start, he’s given up three-plus runs in five of his nine starts since the All-Star break. The Rangers have the firepower to exploit his vulnerabilities.

On the Blue Jays’ side, they’ve hit well since Bo Bichette’s return to the lineup, ranking 10th in both wOBA (.341) and ISO (.187). They’ll face Rangers’ starter Nathan Eovaldi, who has struggled in his two recent starts.

We expect both teams to contribute to a game that surpasses the 7.5-run mark.

San Francisco Giants at Colorado Rockies

Rockies Over 3.5 Runs (-140)

The Colorado Rockies might not have the most potent offense, but when they play at Coors Field, they become a scoring machine. They average 5.2 runs per game at home and have gone over 3.5 runs in 13 of their last 15 home games.

Despite the Giants starting their ace, Logan Webb, the Rockies’ performance at home is hard to ignore. Webb has struggled on the road this season, with a 4.58 ERA compared to 2.37 at home. He’s allowed a .315 wOBA on the road, along with a 35.7% rate of hard contact. In his previous outing at Coors Field, Webb gave up 8 hits and 4 runs in just 5.1 innings.

Considering the Rockies’ consistent home run production and Webb’s road struggles, it’s reasonable to expect the Rockies to score over 3.5 runs in this game. For those seeking more excitement, the Rockies’ Moneyline (+205) is a tempting option, but the safer bet remains with their team total.