Baseball Handicapping Articles

San Francisco Giants at Los Angeles Dodgers Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 6/13/2025

As we are fully into the dog days of summer, we are starting to get a better understanding of what the playoff picture could look like. We have seen the Atlanta Braves and Arizona Diamondbacks fumble away preseason expectations, while teams like the Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants have exceeded expectations. The trade market will begin to shape over the next few weeks as teams look to make their final additions before a full push to the playoffs.

Chicago Cubs at Detroit Tigers Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 6/6/2025

As we head into the weekend, there are some great matchups that await. The Yankees and Boston will renew their rivalry this weekend, while the Padres and Brewers are set for an exciting series tilt as the two teams try to keep pace with their division leaders. However, there is one particular series that stands above the rest and that is the matchup of the two Central Division leaders.

Top 6 MLB Players Who Changed Positions and Revamped Their Careers
by Jeremy Block - 6/1/2025

Changing positions in baseball is like switching gears in a high-speed chase—it’s risky, but sometimes it’s necessary. From shortstops moving to third base, to outfielders trying their hand at first base, each of these MLB stars proved that adaptability isn't just a nice-to-have; it’s a game-changer.

New York Yankees at Los Angeles Dodgers Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/30/2025

This weekend the baseball world is getting blessed with an incredible series between the two World Series representatives from last season and a potential preview of what is ahead again this season. The New York Yankees will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers. Both teams are leading their respected divisions, but the last 10 games have been drastically different for these two ball clubs. Let’s take a deep dive into the series at hand.

Best 5 MLB Stadiums for an Unforgettable Experience
by Jeremy Block - 5/24/2025

Some ballparks just get it. They know that baseball isn’t just about what happens on the field - it’s about the whole vibe. It’s the little things: the way the crowd cheers, the food that’s actually worth the price, the unique designs and layouts that make each stadium stand out.

MLB Betting Trends and Quarter Season Wagering Notes
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/23/2025

The dog days of summer are fast approaching as the MLB season nears the end of its second full month of games. There have been many surprising storylines to follow as teams approach the 50-game mark in their schedules. With that, there is enough of a sample size to start making some educated selections on your bet slips.

2025 World Series Predictions with Betting Odds and Expert Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/23/2025

Though the playoffs are still far down the road, it is never too early to take a look at how teams are progressing. After the quarter mark of the season, the Detroit Tigers have the best record in the MLB at 33-17. The Colorado Rockies are the only team that has yet to eclipse the double-digit win mark as they are just 8-41 and already have a 22.5 game hill to climb in the division. We have seen some more surprises outside of the Tigers, like the Atlanta Braves just now fighting their way back to .500 while the NL West has four teams with 26 or more wins.

Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Mets Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/23/2025

With another wonderful weekend of baseball on deck we have some incredible series taking place around the country. Cleveland will travel to Detroit to try and gain some ground in the division standings while the Padres will fly to Atlanta for a weekend clash with the Braves, a team they previously swept. Kansas City and Minnesota will go head-to-head as they both try to keep pace with the MLB leading Tigers in AL Central and the Seattle Mariners will travel to Houston as they look to gain a commanding lead in the AL West.

MLB Season Awards with Updated Odds and Predictions
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/21/2025

As teams move towards the end of the first two months of the season, we have enough of a sample size to really start investing in some player award futures. The AL MVP race seems to have already been decided and the NL MVP race has another familiar name in front. The NL Rookie of the Year race showcases an incredible dark horse candidate with tremendous odds. With all this and more, let’s dive into each league’s MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year races.

Chicago Cubs vs New York Mets Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/9/2025

As we head into another great weekend full of some intriguing matchups on the diamond, there is one that stands above the rest. Though teams are just now approaching the first quarter mark on the season, it is always interesting to see future playoff teams clash as we get a sneak peek as to what awaits us this fall. The 22-16 Chicago Cubs will travel to New York to take on the 24-14 Mets. Both teams sit atop their respected division standings as they try and keep pace with the strong NL West trio.

Top 7 MLB MVP Snubs (And Why)
by Jeremy Block - 5/5/2025

Baseball has its share of screwups: bad trades, botched calls, and awards handed out like door prizes. Every few years, some player throws down a season for the ages, only to get leapfrogged by someone shinier, friendlier, or just better at smiling for the camera. It’s not that the winners were bums. It’s that the guys who didn’t win were better.

Seattle Mariners at Texas Rangers Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 5/2/2025

Heading into the weekend there are a lot of exciting games to follow. The Los Angeles Dodgers will head across the country to take on their NL rival Atlanta Braves while the Detroit Tigers head into Anaheim to take on the Los Angeles Angels with hopes of dominating the series and increasing their lead at the top of the AL Central.

Atlanta Braves at Arizona Diamondbacks Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 4/25/2025

This week’s MLB Weekend Series Preview will take a deep dive into the Atlanta Braves vs Arizona Diamondbacks series this weekend. Atlanta will travel to Arizona for a three-game set as the Braves look to climb out of the bottom spot in their division while the Diamondbacks look to stave off injuries and keep pace with the top three teams in their division. Let’s break down the series and see which team will walk away as victors.

2025 MLB Cy Young Award Odds and Predictions for AL and NL
by Joey House - 4/11/2025

The "Boys of Summer" are two weeks into their 162-game grind, and the Cy Young Award race is shaping up to be an exciting affair. The American League has already seen the preseason favorite knocked off his perch. Even though the National League has maintained the pecking order of the first two pitchers, there have been massive odds shifts in the remainder of the field. Of course, you can rely on Doc's Sports to observe and study all the changes to give you the inside scoop to win your longshot season-long futures bets.

San Francisco Giants at New York Yankees Weekend Series Predictions with Odds and Analysis
by Ryan Cobbett - 4/11/2025

We’ve got the first Weekend Series Preview today as the MLB season is entering its third weekend. There are a lot of enticing matchups heading into this weekend, as the Los Angeles Angels look to push the Houston Astros further down the AL West standings, the Chicago Cubs will try their hand against the Los Angeles Dodgers as they hope to avoid another sweep by the league’s best team, and the Texas Rangers and Seattle Mariners will give us a potential early season preview of perhaps the two best teams in their division.

2025 MLB Season Win Totals Predictions
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/26/2025

The MLB season is officially back tomorrow as teams begin their 2025 campaigns. We have seen the Dodgers showcase what their video game like roster can do after sweeping the Tokyo Series and while they look like the best team in the league there are some other interesting storylines to follow this season.

2025 San Francisco Giants Predictions with World Series Odds and Season Win Total Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/21/2025

Last season resulted in another down year for the San Francisco Giants. They finished two games under .500 and 18 games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers. Their 80-82 record put them in fourth place in the division, and they finished nine games out of the final wild card spot. The Giants have now extended their playoff drought to three years.

2025 San Diego Padres Predictions with World Series Odds and Season Win Total Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/20/2025

Last season, the San Diego Padres claimed the top wild card spot in the National League after finishing with a 93-69 record. They finished five games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West, and they actually finished two games better than their expected record of 91-71. The Padres dominated the Atlanta Braves in the first round of the playoffs, winning both games by a combined score of 9-4. Unfortunately, they would meet their big brother Los Angeles Dodgers and fall in the NLDS in five games.

2025 Colorado Rockies Predictions with World Series Odds and Season Win Total Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/19/2025

The Rockies extended their playoff drought to six years after failing to reach the playoffs last season. Colorado finished the season 61-101 and in last place of the NL West. They finished 37 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the division and they missed out on the playoffs by 28 games after finishing in the National League’s basement. The Rockies accumulated a -247-run differential which was the second worst mark in the league.

2025 Arizona Diamondbacks Predictions with World Series Odds and Season Win Total Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/18/2025

Last season was disappointing, as the Diamondbacks went from MLB’s runners up to missing out on the playoffs with a 89-73 record. Unfortunately for Arizona, their five-game improvement on the win total from 2023 to last season wasn’t enough to propel them into the playoff picture. Arizona finished nine games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers and missed out on the wild card spots thanks to the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves both holding the tiebreaker against the Diamondbacks.