Best MLB Bets and Vegas Odds For Today (Aug 5)
Baseball action is set for August 5, with eye-catching clashes across the divisions. The MLB betting odds highlight areas of value this week, and you can find our best MLB bets for today here.
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Best MLB Bets for Today (Aug 5)
Nationals vs. Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies will have home field advantage for their series showdown with the Washington Nationals this week. That is a key reason why they will rank among the best MLB bets today.
The Phillies showed their dominance in the opening matchup between the teams on Monday, recording a 6-3 win. That improved their overall record to 60-53, and they have gone 29-27 at Citizens Bank Park.
Blue Jays vs. Astros
The Houston Astros will be gunning for revenge when their series against the Toronto Blue Jays continues on Wednesday after losing a close encounter between the teams on Monday.
Their dominant home record throughout the season should be respected, as the Astros have gone 30-28 at Dalkin Park to sit top of the AL West.
Athletics vs. Reds
The Great American Ball Park typically favors teams that boast power hitters, meaning that the Reds should be capable of recording a home win against the Athletics based on their aggressive base-running.
It has been an underwhelming overall season for the Reds after going 51-58, but confidence could be gained from their recent blowout win against the Pirates.
Dodgers vs. Cubs
The Dodgers have been one of the most dominant teams in the MLB this season, accumulating an overall record of 69-44.
While they have dominated at home, they have also powered to a 36-21 record on the road to dominate the NL West. Therefore, their deep roster of high-quality players ensures that they are excellent value to win away from home against the Cubs on Wednesday.
