AccuScore's MLB picks of the day – Three dogs to consider

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AccuScore’s predictions are based on 10,000-plus simulations performed by the company’s computer.  Throughout the baseball season, AccuScore will be stacking up its projections against Las Vegas odds and recommending wagers when value presents itself.

Odds are available in Las Vegas as of 3:15 p.m. ET on Tuesday.  Check The Linemakers on Sporting News' odds page for current Las Vegas baseball lines.

Oakland Athletics +110 (@ Los Angeles Angels)
Hector Santiago vs Drew Pomeranz

The Angels have lost all four of their home games this season, including last night to the A’s.  The outlook does not look any better tonight, as Oakland has a clear edge on the mound with Pomeranz facing the underachieving L.A. batters. AccuScore predictions give Oakland a 56.4 percent chance to win, which translates to odds of -130.  At +110, the A’s are worth a play.

Supporting trends: The Angels are 0-4 as home favorites, the Athletics are 5-2 on the road.

Cincinnati Reds +120 (@ Milwaukee Brewers)
Mike Fiers vs. Jason Marquis

The Reds rolled to a 6-1 win last night at Miller Park, and we are predicting another miserable night for the Brewers, who have struggled at bat all season and will be without catcher Jonathan Lucroy. The Reds are not a flashy, high-scoring team, but a solid effort will be enough beat the faltering Brewers. AccuScore simulations have the Reds as 53.3 percent favorites, which mean they should be favored at odds of -114.  As +123 underdogs, they present nice value.

Supporting trends: The Reds are 4-0 vs. teams with a losing record, and the Brewers are 0-6 as home favorites.

Bonus pick: For great odds on an underdog, we have the Cubs (Travis Wood) turning the tables at the Pirates (Francisco Liriano). Chicago gets odds of +134, while AccuScore simulations put them as marginal favorites at -105.

AccuScore's year-to-date record for Linemakers: 8-10 (-1.9 units)

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