Free MLB Picks For Today, Friday 9/6/2024

All 30 MLB teams are back in action today, and here you can take a look at the Free MLB Picks for Friday 9/6/2024.

New York Yankees vs Chicago Cubs Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Yankees at Cubs at 2:20 PM ET

As a starter for Friday’s game, the Yankees are sending out Luis Gil. So far Gil is 12-6 with a 3.39 ERA in 24 starts. Over his career, Gil is 12-7 with a 3.47 ERA in 31 starts.

In the starting pitcher slot for Friday’s game, the Cubs will go with Jordan Wicks. This year Wicks is 2-2 with a 3.82 ERA in eight games (seven starts). Wicks is 6-3 with a 4.12 ERA in 15 career games (14 starts).

The Pick:

Wicks delivered an impressive performance against Washington on September 1, pitching 5.0 innings and allowing only one earned run on four hits, contributing to a victory. In contrast, Gil has faced challenges in his recent two appearances, totaling 7.0 innings and yielding seven earned runs on August 12 and 20. Chicago experienced an inconsistent series against the Pirates this week, being outscored 10-3 in the initial two games before a decisive win on Wednesday. Meanwhile, New York has been struggling defensively, conceding six or more runs in four of their last five games, with the exception of allowing four runs in the remaining match. Back the Cubs at +122.

Colorado Rockies vs Milwaukee Brewers Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Rockies at Brewers at 6:10 PM ET

The Colorado Rockies will send out Ryan Feltner here and Feltner is 1-10 with a 5.11 ERA and 115 strikeouts this season. In his career, Feltner is 0-1 with a 4.02 ERA and 13 strikeouts against the Brewers. 

Frankie Montas will get the start for the Brewers and is 6-9 with a 4.70 ERA and 110 strikeouts this season. In his last five starts against the Rockies, Montas is 2-3 with a 4.18 ERA and 27 strikeouts against the Rockies.

The Pick:

I have reservations about both starting pitchers in this matchup. Frankie Montas remains a puzzling acquisition from the Brewers’ standpoint, and Colorado’s decision to deploy Ryan Feltner at this stage of the season is equally perplexing. I anticipate that this game will result in a high-scoring contest, so I will opt for the Over 8 runs in this duel.

Washington Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Nationals at Pirates at 6:40 PM ET

Getting the start for the Nationals will be DJ Herz who sits with a 2-7 record and an ERA of 4.09. In his last appearance against the Chicago Cubs, he went 4.2 innings giving up three hits and four runs. 

Getting the start for the Pirates will be Luis Ortiz who sits with a 6-4 record and an ERA of 3.19. In his last two starts against the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds, he has gone 12 innings total and given up only five hits and zero runs. 

The Pick:

The Pirates are poised to execute their game plan effectively in this encounter. Ortiz has been highly effective in his previous starts, and it is reasonable to expect him to continue this trend. The Nationals are struggling offensively, averaging just 4.2 runs per game, and it is unlikely they will approach that average in this matchup. The Pirates are expected to exploit their batting capabilities against Herz, leading to a successful outcome on the run line. Back the Pirates at -1.5.

Tampa Bay Rays vs Baltimore Orioles Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Rays at Orioles at 7:05 PM ET

The projected starting pitcher for Tampa Bay is Shane Baz, who is 2-2 with a 3.49 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP over 49.0 innings pitched this season. Baz has allowed a total of two earned runs in his last two starts (12.2 IP). 

The projected starting pitcher for Baltimore is Cole Irvin, who is 6-5 with a 4.74 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP over 106.1 innings pitched this year. Irvin has allowed two earned runs or fewer in four straight outings, all of which have been 4.1 innings or shorter. 

The Pick:

Notably, Tampa Bay possesses one of the least productive lineups in Major League Baseball. Despite any reservations regarding Cole Irvin, it is evident that any team will find it challenging to secure a victory against Baltimore if they are unable to score between four to five runs. Therefore, I recommend placing your confidence in the Orioles to triumph in the first game.

Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Phillies at Marlins at 7:10 PM ET

As a starter for Friday, the Phillies will go with Zack Wheeler. So far Wheeler is 13-6 with a 2.63 ERA in 27 starts. Wheeler is 100-69 with a 3.36 ERA in 254 career starts.

In the starter slot for Friday Miami is going with Edward Cabrera. This season Cabrera is 3-6 with a 5.33 ERA in 16 starts. Over his MLB career Cabrera is 16-20 with a 4.37 ERA in 59 games (57 starts).

The Pick:

In his last three starts, Wheeler has achieved a lukewarm 1-1 record, although his pitching has been impressive. He has completed 19.0 innings, yielding just four earned runs from 16 hits and two walks. Conversely, Cabrera’s recent performance has resulted in a 1-2 record, with seven earned runs allowed over 16.2 innings. The Phillies demonstrated a solid performance on Thursday, with the bullpen performing adequately; the sole error was an earned run from Max Lazar, who allowed three hits. I expect Philadelphia to maintain its positive trajectory on Friday, so I back the Phillies to get a W.

Chicago White Sox vs Boston Red Sox Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

White Sox at Red Sox at 7:10 PM ET

Davis Martin takes the mound for the Chicago White Sox, currently holding a record of 0-3, accompanied by a 3.62 ERA and 32 strikeouts this season. Over his last 29.2 innings, he has permitted 28 hits and 12 earned runs. In 14 innings pitched on the road, Martin has recorded a 3.86 ERA and allowed a batting average of .231. This matchup marks Martin’s inaugural appearance against the Boston Red Sox.

Nick Pivetta is scheduled to pitch for the Boston Red Sox, where he has accumulated a record of 5-10 and a 4.53 ERA, along with 141 strikeouts this season. Over his last 20.2 innings, he has allowed 17 hits and 12 runs. His home performance shows a 4.99 ERA and a .233 batting average against in 48.2 innings. Pivetta has faced the Chicago White Sox in his career, achieving a record of 1-0, with a notable ERA of 1.72 and 33 strikeouts.

The Pick:

The Boston Red Sox are enduring a dismal week that has significantly diminished their prospects in the wild card race, making the current circumstances seem rather astonishing. On the other hand, the Chicago White Sox are arguably one of the most underperforming teams in the history of Major League Baseball, and I cannot endorse them in any capacity. It is imperative for the Red Sox to treat this series as a critical opportunity to secure a sweep if they wish to derive any meaningful benefit from the final three weeks of the season. I suggest wagering on the Red Sox and the run line to maximize betting potential.

Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Reds at Mets at 7:10 PM ET

Fernando Cruz will start for the Reds on Friday. The 34-year-old reliever is 2-3 this season with a 4.99 ERA and 90 strikeouts this year. Cruz faced the Mets on two occasions so far and has a 0-1 record with a 3.00 ERA and three strikeouts.

Sean Manaea will get the start for the Mets here and is 11-5 with a 3.35 ERA and 154 strikeouts this season. In his career, Manaea is 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA and 12 strikeouts against the Reds.

The Pick:

The Mets are on an impressive run, consistently finding ways to secure wins and accomplish their tasks. Manaea has been in excellent form recently, with the team winning 11 out of his last 13 starts. I expect them to add another victory to their record in this contest. I will be backing the Mets in this matchup.

Toronto Blue Jays vs Atlanta Braves Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Blue Jays at Braves at 7:20 PM ET

Kevin Gausman will take the mound for the Blue Jays in this one. He is 12-10 with a 4.07 ERA in 27 starts this year. In 326 career games (286 starts), Gausman is 100-101 with a 3.86 ERA.

As a starter for Friday’s opener, the Braves will go with Max Fried. This season Fried is 8-8 with a 3.52 ERA in 24 starts. Over 163 career games (146 starts) Fried is 70-34 with a 3.11 ERA.

The Pick:

In his latest outing, Fried faced a setback against Philadelphia, completing 7.0 innings while surrendering three earned runs on five hits and four walks. Nevertheless, in his two prior starts, he recorded a 1-0 record, totaling 12.0 innings pitched with just three earned runs. Should everything proceed smoothly, he is likely to produce a quality start. The Braves’ pitching staff performed well on Thursday; however, the batting lineup failed to convert opportunities into runs. Atlanta must revitalize their offensive efforts on Friday, and with Fried leading the charge, they have a strong opportunity for success. Go with the Braves.

LA Angels vs Texas Rangers Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Angels at Rangers at 8:05 PM ET

Samuel Aldegheri is set to pitch for the LA Angels, entering the game with a record of 0-1, a 3.60 ERA, and 3 strikeouts thus far this season. He has given up 6 hits and 2 earned runs across 5 innings of work. This appearance will be Aldegheri’s second start in Major League Baseball, and it will be his first encounter with the Texas Rangers.

Gerson Garabito is on the mound for the Texas Rangers, with a season record of 0-1, a 2.55 ERA, and 14 strikeouts to his name. He has demonstrated impressive form recently, allowing just 1 hit and no runs in his last 4.2 innings pitched. This will be Garabito’s second start in Major League Baseball and his first time facing the Los Angeles Angels.

The Pick:

The outcome of the pitching duel between Samuel Aldegheri and Gerson Garabito, both of whom are making their second start in Major League Baseball, remains uncertain. Neither the Angels nor the Rangers are performing well this season, and both teams lack significant stakes in the remaining games. While it is true that the Angels are experiencing a particularly challenging season, there exists an opportunity to potentially increase one’s investment by 1.5 times. That’s why I am backing the visitors here.

Minnesota Twins vs Kansas City Royals Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Twins at Royals at 8:10 PM ET

The starting pitcher for the Twins will be Zebby Matthews, who currently holds a record of 1-2 and an ERA of 7.71. In his most recent appearance against the Toronto Blue Jays, he struggled significantly, lasting only two innings while allowing 10 hits and conceding nine runs.

Cole Ragans is set to take the mound for the Royals, boasting a record of 10-9 and an ERA of 3.46. In his last outing against the Houston Astros, he completed five innings, during which he surrendered four hits and five runs.

The Pick:

Zebby Matthews performed poorly in his most recent game, and it is likely that he will continue to struggle in this matchup. The Royals managed to overcome their previous challenges in their last outing, and they are expected to build on that momentum. The Twins’ hitters will find it difficult to cope with Ragans, which will ultimately be a decisive factor in the game. Therefore, I am backing the Royals on the money line.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Houston Astros Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Diamondbacks at Astros at 8:10 PM ET

Brandon Pfaadt is set to be the starting pitcher for Arizona, boasting a season record of 9-7, a 4.32 ERA, and a 1.19 WHIP over the course of 160.1 innings pitched. It is important to note that Pfaadt has surrendered at least three earned runs in his last four consecutive starts.

The Houston Astros will likely start Framber Valdez as their pitcher, who has achieved a 13-6 record with a 3.11 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP through 150.1 innings this season. Valdez has demonstrated strong form, allowing two earned runs or fewer in four of his last five outings.

The Pick:

This year, Arizona stands out as the leading scoring team in Major League Baseball, yet their pitching staff has not performed up to par. The Diamondbacks will be starting Brandon Pfaadt, who has encountered difficulties in his last several games. On the other hand, the Astros are opting for Framber Valdez, who continues to be regarded as one of the premier pitchers in the American League. Although I lack confidence in Pfaadt and the Diamondbacks’ bullpen, the team’s propensity for scoring runs in significant numbers makes me inclined to back the Over in this contest.

Seattle Mariners vs St. Louis Cardinals Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Mariners at Cardinals at 8:15 PM ET

Bryce Miller will take the mound for the Mariners, holding a record of 10 wins and 8 losses, along with an earned run average of 3.30. In his most recent appearance against the Los Angeles Angels, he pitched 4.2 innings, allowing four hits and three runs.

The Cardinals will have Erick Fedde as their starting pitcher, who currently holds an 8-8 record alongside a 3.43 ERA. In his most recent appearance against the New York Yankees, he pitched for 5.1 innings, allowing four hits and four runs.

The Pick:

The Cardinals are positioned as the more valuable team in this scenario. Despite the Mariners showing some improvement in their batting performance over the last few games, they have generally faced difficulties this season and are likely to continue this trend. Fedde has been effective throughout the season and is set to deliver a strong performance in this game. St. Louis is expected to exploit Bryce Miller’s pitching early, which will be a key factor in determining the result. Back the Cardinals on the money line in this one.

Detroit Tigers vs Oakland Athletics Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Tigers at Athletics at 9:40 PM ET

The Detroit Tigers will have Tarik Skubal as their starting pitcher, who has achieved a remarkable 16-4 record this season, featuring a 2.51 ERA and a WHIP of 0.93 through 168.1 innings pitched. Furthermore, Skubal has demonstrated exceptional form, allowing two earned runs or fewer in four of his last five outings.

Mitch Spence is set to be the starting pitcher for Oakland, boasting a record of 7-9, a 4.50 ERA, and a WHIP of 1.35 over the course of 126.0 innings this year. He has demonstrated commendable performance by allowing two earned runs or fewer in his previous two starts, accumulating 10.1 innings pitched.

The Pick:

Over the past two months, Oakland has demonstrated considerable competitiveness, even though they currently sit 19 games under the .500 threshold. However, the upcoming challenge will not be straightforward. The Tigers are set to start Tarik Skubal, who has emerged as one of the premier pitchers in Major League Baseball this season. Detroit is likely to carry significant momentum into this matchup, and I anticipate they will secure a victory by a margin of at least two runs.

San Francisco Giants vs San Diego Padres Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Giants at Padres at 9:40 PM ET

Mason Black is set to pitch for the San Francisco Giants, where he has yet to secure a win this season, standing at 0-2 with a 7.45 ERA and 16 strikeouts. In his last 7.2 innings, he has given up 7 hits and 6 runs. His road performance has been particularly difficult, reflected in an 11.57 ERA and a .344 batting average against him over 7 innings. This game will be Black’s first encounter with the San Diego Padres in his career.

Michael King is on the mound for the San Diego Padres, currently holding an 11-8 record, a 3.17 ERA, and 177 strikeouts for the season. In his last 26.1 innings, he has given up 27 hits and 8 earned runs. At home, King has achieved a 3.56 ERA and a .223 batting average against over 65.2 innings. In his career matchups against the San Francisco Giants, he has a record of 1-1, with a 2.84 ERA and 13 strikeouts to his name.

The Pick:

The San Francisco Giants appear increasingly to be a team lacking motivation as they approach the upcoming weeks. Mason Black has not yet demonstrated a sufficient track record to give us confidence, and his performance in the limited innings he has pitched this season has been subpar. In contrast, Michael King is enjoying a strong season, and the Padres must continue their winning streak as they pursue a playoff berth. These two teams are clearly on different paths. I favor the Padres playing at home.

Cleveland Guardians vs LA Dodgers Prediction MLB Picks 9/6/24

Guardians at Dodgers at 10:10 PM ET

The Cleveland Guardians will feature Matthew Boyd as their starting pitcher for this contest. Boyd’s current season record stands at 1-1, accompanied by a 2.38 ERA and a total of 20 strikeouts. This outing will be Boyd’s first career appearance as a starter against the Dodgers.

Landon Knack will start for the Dodgers on Friday. The 27-year-old is 2-2 with a 3.00 ERA and 44 strikeouts this season. Knack never met the Guardians before in his young MLB career.

The Pick:

Presently, I possess a much stronger belief in the capabilities of the Los Angeles offense than in those of Cleveland. The results speak for themselves, with the Dodgers achieving victories more consistently than the Guardians at this time. I believe that Los Angeles is performing at a higher level, and I am hesitant to challenge them, particularly with Cleveland as the opposing team. That said, I back the Dodgers in this game.