Sunday’s MLB slate features 15 compelling matchups with excellent betting opportunities across all markets. From elite pitching duels to high-scoring affairs, the July 13th schedule offers tremendous value for sharp bettors. Our comprehensive analysis identifies the most promising wagers across money lines, run lines, totals, props, and parlays.
BEST MONEY LINE BETS
New York Yankees ML (-125) vs Chicago Cubs ❌
The Yankees present excellent value at home despite their recent struggles. Will Warren (6-4, 4.70 ERA) gets the start for New York against Cubs lefty Shota Imanaga (5-3, 2.80 ERA). While Imanaga has been solid this season, the Yankees’ powerful lineup should provide enough run support at Yankee Stadium. The Cubs have been inconsistent on the road, making this line attractive for backing the home favorite.
San Francisco Giants ML (+124)
Kansas City Royals ML (+100)
BEST RUN LINE BETS
Cincinnati Reds -1.5 Run Line (-125) ✅ vs Colorado Rockies
The Reds are heavy favorites for good reason, hosting the struggling Rockies at Great American Ball Park. Nick Martinez (6-9, 4.85 ERA) takes the mound for Cincinnati against Colorado’s Austin Gomber (0-2, 5.92 ERA), who has been ineffective this season. The Rockies’ road struggles continue, and the Reds should capitalize on this favorable matchup despite the steep price.
Milwaukee Brewers -1.5 Run Line (-120) ✅ vs Washington Nationals
Freddy Peralta (10-4, 2.74 ERA) leads the Brewers against Washington’s Jake Irvin (7-4, 4.78 ERA) in what should be a dominant performance for Milwaukee. The Brewers have been one of the National League’s most consistent teams, and Peralta’s elite stuff should overwhelm a Nationals lineup that struggles against quality pitching. This is another heavy favorite worth backing despite the juice.
↕️ BEST GAME TOTAL BETS
Texas Rangers @ Houston Astros UNDER 7 (-110) ✅
This represents the slate’s premier pitching matchup featuring two elite arms. Hunter Brown leads the American League with a 2.21 ERA and has been dominant at home, while Nathan Eovaldi’s 1.62 ERA would rank first in baseball if he qualified. Both teams rank in the top 10 for NRFI percentage, indicating strong early-inning pitching. With such premium arms on the mound, runs will be at a premium in this contest.
Los Angeles Dodgers at San Francisco Giants UNDER 7.5 (-105)
Toronto Blue Jays @ Oakland Athletics UNDER 10.5 (-110)
The Athletics’ Jeffrey Springs (7-6, 3.92 ERA) has been inconsistent, while the Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios (5-3, 3.53 ERA) can be vulnerable to big innings. Both bullpens have shown weaknesses throughout the season, and Oakland’s pitcher-friendly reputation has been overstated this year. The total of 10.5 seems inflated, but both offenses have the potential to explode in this matchup. However we like the UNDER today in Sacramento.
Miami Marlins @ Baltimore Orioles OVER 9 (-105)
Both teams deploy questionable starting pitching in this matinee affair. The Marlins’ Eury Pérez (2-2, 4.00 ERA) has been inconsistent, while Baltimore’s bullpen starter has posted a 6.14 ERA. Oriole Park can play favorably for hitters, and both lineups have enough pop to push this total over the number.
Philadelphia Phillies @ San Diego Padres UNDER 7.5 (-120)
BEST TEAM TOTAL BETS
Houston Astros OVER 3.5 Runs (-115) ❌
Despite Nathan Eovaldi’s excellence, the Astros possess one of baseball’s most potent lineups. Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, and Yordan Alvarez provide tremendous offensive firepower that should generate enough runs against even elite pitching. Houston’s home advantage at Minute Maid Park adds another layer of confidence to this wager.
Cincinnati Reds OVER 5.5 Runs (-105) ❌
Facing Colorado’s Austin Gomber and his 5.92 ERA, the Reds should have multiple scoring opportunities. Cincinnati’s lineup has shown consistent power throughout the season, and Great American Ball Park’s hitter-friendly dimensions should aid their cause. The Rockies’ struggling pitching staff makes this an attractive team total bet.
BEST NRFI (No Run in First Inning)
Philadelphia Phillies @ San Diego Padres NRFI (-130) ❌
Nick Pivetta has been dominant recently with a 0.48 ERA over his last three starts and previously held the Phillies to one run over 6.0 innings on July 2. Cristopher Sanchez continues his All-Star caliber season with a 2.59 ERA and has been on a seven-start quality streak with a 1.69 ERA over 48 innings. Both pitchers showed success in their previous head-to-head meetings this season.
New York Mets @ Kansas City Royals NRFI (-125) ✅
The Royals rank first in the majors in NRFI percentage at 64% and are riding a four-game NRFI streak. The Mets rank third at 60%. Noah Cameron (2.56 ERA) has posted a 1.54 ERA over his last two starts, while Clay Holmes (3.29 ERA) faces a Royals offense averaging just 3.39 runs per game. Kansas City’s top hitters are a combined 1-for-12 against Holmes in their careers.
BEST PITCHER PROPS
Hunter Brown (Astros) OVER 5.5 Strikeouts (-145) ✅
Brown averages 7.2 strikeouts per game and has been dominant all season with his 2.21 ERA. The Rangers’ lineup, while improved, still strikes out at a reasonable rate against quality pitching. At plus money, this represents excellent value for a pitcher who consistently exceeds this total.
Logan Gilbert (Mariners) OVER 6.5 Strikeouts (-110) ✅
Gilbert matches Brown’s 7.2 strikeouts per game average and faces a Tigers lineup that can be prone to strikeouts. Despite the slight juice, Gilbert’s consistency and the Tigers’ offensive struggles make this a solid investment. The Mariners’ ace has been reliable all season.
Freddy Peralta (Brewers) OVER 6.5 Strikeouts (+105) ✅
Peralta’s 10-4 record and 2.74 ERA demonstrate his effectiveness this season. The Nationals’ lineup lacks the patience and contact ability to consistently challenge Peralta’s power repertoire. At plus money, this wager offers tremendous value for a pitcher capable of dominating performances.
BEST PLAYER PROPS
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Blue Jays) OVER 1.5 Hits (+175)
Guerrero faces Jeffrey Springs, who has shown vulnerability throughout the season. The Blue Jays’ star has been heating up recently, and his power potential makes the multi-hit prop attractive at plus money. Oakland’s pitching depth could provide additional opportunities for Guerrero to collect hits.
Jose Altuve (Astros) OVER 0.5 RBIs (+140) ❌
Altuve’s position atop the Astros’ lineup and his clutch hitting ability make this an appealing wager. Against Nathan Eovaldi’s elite pitching, opportunities may be limited, but Altuve’s track record in big games provides confidence. The plus money odds offer excellent value for a proven run producer.
BEST HOME RUN PROPS
Tyler Soderstrom (Athletics) Home Run +450 ✅✅✅✅
Soderstrom has been red-hot recently with 16 of his 17 home runs coming against right-handed pitching, posting an impressive .869 OPS against righties. He’s homered in each of his last two games and has four multi-hit performances with three home runs in his previous five contests. Facing Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios, Soderstrom represents exceptional value at these odds.
Austin Wells (Yankees) Home Run +375 ❌
Ketel Marte (Diamondbacks) Home Run +390
Despite not homering in the past week, Marte has been exceptional since June and faces an Angels bullpen that leads the majors with 55 home runs allowed and carries a 5.08 ERA. The Diamondbacks’ star has tremendous power potential, and the Angels’ pitching vulnerabilities make this an attractive wager at plus money.
Riley Greene (Detroit Tigers) Home Run +500 ✅✅✅✅✅
🏆ROUND ROBIN HOME RUN PARLAY🏆
3️⃣ 4-3-2-1 ROUND ROBIN HOME RUN PROPS PARLAY (+15,763)
Tyler Soderstrom (+450) ✅
Austin Wells (Yankees) Home Run +375 ❌
Ketel Marte (+390)
Riley Greene (+525) ✅
2-3-4 ROUND ROBIN 11 bests 0.1 UNIT Each leg. Total 1.1 Units Play Estimated Combined Odds: $110 bet potential win $15,763
This 4-3-2 Patent Round Robin creates a massive payout opportunity. Greene faces Logan Gilbert, who has allowed four or more runs in three of his last four starts and five home runs in his previous four outings. Greene maintains a 4-for-9 career record against Gilbert, adding credibility to this ambitious but potentially lucrative parlay.
2️⃣ BEST 2-LEG PARLAY OF THE DAY (+236)
NY Yankees ML (-125) ❌
Rangers/Astros Under 7 (-115) ✅
1 UNIT Play Estimated Combined Odds: $100 bet potential win $236
This combination leverages the Yankees’ home advantage against the Cubs while capitalizing on the day’s premier pitching matchup. The Yankees should handle Chicago’s inconsistent road performance, while the elite Hunter Brown vs. Nathan Eovaldi duel should produce minimal scoring. The correlation between these wagers provides excellent risk-adjusted returns.
2️⃣ BEST 2-LEG PARLAY OF THE DAY (+290)
Kansas City Royals ML (+100)
Los Angeles Dodgers at San Francisco Giants UNDER 7.5 (-105)
1 UNIT Play Estimated Combined Odds: $100 bet potential win $290
Both teams represent heavy favorites with solid underlying fundamentals. The Reds face Colorado’s struggling Austin Gomber (5.92 ERA), while the Brewers deploy ace Freddy Peralta against Washington’s inferior lineup. This parlay combines two of the day’s strongest individual wagers at attractive odds.
3️⃣ BEST 3-LEG PARLAY OF THE DAY (+491)
Elite Pitching Parlay (+491)
Hunter Brown Over 5.5 Ks (-145) ✅
Logan Gilbert Over 6.5 Ks (-110) ✅
Philadelphia Phillies @ San Diego Padres UNDER 7.5 (-120)
1 UNIT Play Estimated Combined Odds: $100 bet potential win $491
Creates a cohesive wager focused on dominant pitching performances. Both Brown and Gilbert average 7.2 strikeouts per game, while their head-to-head matchup should produce minimal scoring. This parlay capitalizes on the day’s strongest pitching narratives.
4️⃣ BEST 4-LEG PARLAY OF THE DAY (+613)
Sunday Special (+613)
Yankees ML (-125) ❌
Reds ML (-245) ✅
Brewers ML (-245) ✅
Kansas City Royals ML (+100)
1 UNIT Play Estimated Combined Odds: $100 bet potential win $613
While the payout is modest, each team possesses significant advantages in their respective matchups. The Yankees get home field advantage, while the Reds, Brewers, and Dodgers all feature superior pitching matchups. This parlay maximizes win probability while still providing attractive returns.
All odds subject to change. Please gamble responsibly and within your means. These selections are for entertainment purposes and should not be considered guaranteed winners.
