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MLB Picks and Predictions Today: Night Moves Best Bets for July 21, 2026

MLB LIVE ODDS
7:05 PM ET

Featured Game Moneyline Spread Total
Pittsburgh Pirates -103 +1.5 (-200) O 7.5 (-110)
NY Yankees -117 -1.5 (+164) U 7.5 (-110)

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MINNESOTA TWINS @ CLEVELAND GUARDIANS
6:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Twins +115 +1.5 (-170) O 8.0 (-115)
Guardians -135 -1.5 (+145) U 8.0 (-105)

TAMPA BAY RAYS @ TORONTO BLUE JAYS
7:07 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Rays -110 -1.5 (+145) O 8.5 (-105)
Blue Jays -110 +1.5 (-175) U 8.5 (-115)

BALTIMORE ORIOLES @ BOSTON RED SOX
7:10 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Orioles +105 +1.5 (-185) O 9.0 (-115)
Red Sox -125 -1.5 (+155) U 9.0 (-105)

LA DODGERS @ PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
7:10 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Dodgers -125 -1.5 (+130) O 8.5 (-110)
Phillies +105 +1.5 (-150) U 8.5 (-110)

SAN DIEGO PADRES @ ATLANTA BRAVES
7:15 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Padres +120 +1.5 (-165) O 8.0 (-115)
Braves -140 -1.5 (+140) U 8.0 (-105)

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS @ KANSAS CITY ROYALS
7:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Giants +110 +1.5 (-180) O 8.5 (-105)
Royals -130 -1.5 (+150) U 8.5 (-115)

NY METS @ MILWAUKEE BREWERS
7:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Mets +125 +1.5 (-160) O 7.5 (-110)
Brewers -145 -1.5 (+135) U 7.5 (-110)

DETROIT TIGERS @ CHICAGO CUBS
8:05 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Tigers +100 +1.5 (-190) O 8.0 (-115)
Cubs -120 -1.5 (+160) U 8.0 (-105)

CHICAGO WHITE SOX @ TEXAS RANGERS
8:05 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
White Sox +150 +1.5 (-135) O 8.5 (-110)
Rangers -180 -1.5 (+115) U 8.5 (-110)

MIAMI MARLINS @ HOUSTON ASTROS
8:10 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Marlins +160 +1.5 (-130) O 8.5 (-115)
Astros -190 -1.5 (+110) U 8.5 (-105)

WASHINGTON NATIONALS @ COLORADO ROCKIES
8:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Nationals -115 -1.5 (+135) O 10.5 (-110)
Rockies -105 +1.5 (-155) U 10.5 (-110)

ATHLETICS @ ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
9:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Athletics +130 +1.5 (-155) O 8.5 (-115)
D-backs -150 -1.5 (+135) U 8.5 (-105)

CINCINNATI REDS @ SEATTLE MARINERS
9:40 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Reds +124 +1.5 (-182) O 7.5 (-115)
Mariners -146 -1.5 (+150) U 7.5 (-105)

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS @ LA ANGELS
10:10 PM ET
Team Moneyline Spread Total
Cardinals -110 -1.5 (+145) O 8.5 (-110)
Angels -110 +1.5 (-175) U 8.5 (-110)






MLB Picks and Predictions Today: Night Moves Best Bets for July 21, 2026


Night Moves MLB Betting Preview

All 15 Major League Baseball games for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with Ramon Scott’s official picks, Night Moves chat selections, consensus angles, current odds and a complete betting recap.

Night Moves Card at a Glance

  • Dodgers-Phillies First Five Under
  • Guardians -1.5
  • Pirates-Yankees Over
  • Rays-Blue Jays Over
  • Orioles-Red Sox Under
  • Braves First Five -0.5
  • Mets-Brewers Under
  • Royals Money Line
  • White Sox-Rangers First Five Over
  • Tigers-Cubs Over
  • Astros Money Line
  • Nationals-Rockies First Five Over
  • Cardinals-Angels First Five Under
  • Athletics-Diamondbacks Under
  • Reds-Mariners First Five Under

Consensus Report

The strongest agreement between Ramon Scott and the Night Moves chat appears on Cleveland, Atlanta, the White Sox-Rangers first-five over, the Nationals-Rockies first-five over and several under positions involving Baltimore-Boston, New York-Milwaukee and Athletics-Arizona.

The chat’s clearest side positions were Tampa Bay and Cincinnati. Ramon did not oppose those teams, but he preferred to attack the totals in both games. Detroit-Chicago and Miami-Houston produced the widest disagreement, making those two games lower-confidence positions from a consensus perspective.

Game 1

Los Angeles Dodgers at Philadelphia Phillies

6:40 PM ET

Money LineDodgers +109 | Phillies -131
Run LineDodgers +1.5 (-186) | Phillies -1.5 (+153)
TotalOver 9 (-101) | Under 9 (-120)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Justin Wrobleski vs. Zack Wheeler

Sharp Betting Analysis

Wrobleski has developed into a legitimate upper-tier left-handed option, combining improved command with a growing strikeout profile. Wheeler enters in dominant form, repeatedly working deep and missing bats at an elite rate. Philadelphia’s power display Monday does not erase its less convincing production against quality left-handed pitching, while Los Angeles has recently settled for two- and three-run outputs against right-handed starters.

The PickRamon Scott: First Five Innings Under 4.5, or the best available first-five under.

Night Moves Chat Picks

Timmy Two Shoes joined the first-five under. Cal Dog preferred Los Angeles, while Smart Money Bets backed the Philadelphia run line.

Consensus ReportModerate consensus on the first-five under. The side market remained divided.
Game 2

Minnesota Twins at Cleveland Guardians

6:40 PM ET

Money LineTwins +124 | Guardians -150
Run LineTwins +1.5 (-168) | Guardians -1.5 (+139)
TotalOver 8 (-114) | Under 8 (-105)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Kendry Rojas/Jack Anderson vs. Parker Messick

Sharp Betting Analysis

Minnesota’s opener-and-bulk arrangement creates the clearest pitching uncertainty on the early slate. Rojas is not expected to supply length, and Anderson arrives without dominant minor-league indicators. Messick owns the better run-prevention profile, limits damage and draws a favorable matchup against a Minnesota lineup that has struggled against left-handed starters.

The PickRamon Scott: Cleveland Guardians -1.5 (+139).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Kwame backed Cleveland and the under. Cal Dog also selected Cleveland. Timmy considered Minnesota +1.5 as a parlay component, while Smart Money Bets leaned toward another high-scoring game.

Consensus ReportStrong side consensus on Cleveland, with Ramon and multiple chat participants aligned.
Game 3

Pittsburgh Pirates at New York Yankees

7:05 PM ET

Money LinePirates +125 | Yankees -151
Run LinePirates +1.5 (-162) | Yankees -1.5 (+134)
TotalOver 9 (-115) | Under 9 (-104)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Bubba Chandler vs. Will Warren

Sharp Betting Analysis

Chandler’s raw arsenal remains impressive, but excessive traffic and walks have prevented him from consistently converting talent into efficient starts. His weaker work against left-handed bats is especially relevant against a Yankees order powered by Jazz Chisholm and other dangerous left-side threats. Warren has been far more trustworthy at home, but both starters carry enough volatility to keep the scoring pathways open.

The PickRamon Scott: Over 9 (-115).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Kwame also leaned Pirates and over. Cal Dog selected the Yankees. Timmy preferred the under after checking the New York weather.

Consensus ReportPartial consensus on the over, but weather and bullpen concerns created meaningful opposition.
Game 4

Tampa Bay Rays at Toronto Blue Jays

7:07 PM ET

Money LineRays -113 | Blue Jays -106
Run LineRays -1.5 (+153) | Blue Jays +1.5 (-186)
TotalOver 7.5 (-112) | Under 7.5 (-108)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Drew Rasmussen vs. Kevin Gausman

Sharp Betting Analysis

Rasmussen has hit a rough patch against stronger offenses, but Toronto offers a softer landing spot after struggling to create sustained production against right-handed pitching. Gausman’s strikeouts have improved, although his walk rate has moved in the wrong direction. A total of 7.5 leaves little margin for error if either starter again allows early traffic.

The PickRamon Scott: Over 7.5 (-112).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Kwame, Cal Dog and Timmy all favored Tampa Bay on the money line. The chat produced more agreement on the Rays than on the total.

Consensus ReportSide consensus favors Tampa Bay. Ramon isolated the lower total instead.
Game 5

Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox

7:10 PM ET

Money LineOrioles +118 | Red Sox -142
Run LineOrioles +1.5 (-184) | Red Sox -1.5 (+152)
TotalOver 8.5 (-103) | Under 8.5 (-117)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Kyle Bradish vs. Ranger Suárez

Sharp Betting Analysis

Boston’s 14-game winning streak has made the Red Sox one of the market’s most expensive momentum teams, but Bradish has the breaking-ball mix to disrupt the current lineup. Suárez returns from a groin injury rather than an arm issue and had been one of Boston’s steadiest rotation pieces. Baltimore’s season-long inconsistency against left-handed pitching strengthens the run-prevention case.

The PickRamon Scott: Under 8.5 (-117).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Kwame agreed with Boston and the under. Timmy preferred the first-five under, and the chat repeatedly warned against fading Suárez.

Consensus ReportStrong consensus on an under position, with the only difference being full game versus first five.
Game 6

San Diego Padres at Atlanta Braves

7:15 PM ET

Money LinePadres +122 | Braves -147
Run LinePadres +1.5 (-168) | Braves -1.5 (+139)
TotalOver 9 (-107) | Under 9 (-113)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Walker Buehler vs. Reynaldo López

Sharp Betting Analysis

Buehler enters in vulnerable form after allowing repeated home-run damage and failing to control quality opponents. Atlanta has recently produced power against right-handed pitching and should have the matchup advantage from the opening inning. López has been reliable enough to make the early-game separation more attractive than paying the full-game money-line tax.

The PickRamon Scott: Atlanta Braves First Five -0.5 (-105).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Farley and Cal Dog backed Atlanta. Timmy agreed with the matchup but considered the full-game price too expensive.

Consensus ReportStrong consensus on Atlanta, with Ramon using the first-five market to avoid late-inning variance.
Game 7

New York Mets at Milwaukee Brewers

7:40 PM ET

Money LineMets +119 | Brewers -144
Run LineMets +1.5 (-167) | Brewers -1.5 (+138)
TotalOver 9 (+100) | Under 9 (-120)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Zach Thornton vs. Brandon Sproat

Sharp Betting Analysis

Thornton’s early major-league numbers are better than his win-loss record, and he has already competed against strong lineups. Milwaukee remains the superior team, but the Brewers have not consistently punished left-handed starters. Sproat’s strikeout upside is offset by recent walks and shorter outings, creating a game in which both offenses may need to manufacture rather than slug their way to runs.

The PickRamon Scott: Under 9 (-120).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Timmy agreed with the under. Cal Dog first mentioned Milwaukee before shifting to the Mets in the first five.

Consensus ReportClear consensus on the under between Ramon and the most direct chat total selection.
Game 8

San Francisco Giants at Kansas City Royals

7:40 PM ET

Money LineGiants -112 | Royals -107
Run LineGiants -1.5 (+144) | Royals +1.5 (-175)
TotalOver 9.5 (-114) | Under 9.5 (-105)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Tyler Mahle vs. Carlos Avila

Sharp Betting Analysis

The market prices this close to a coin flip after Kansas City won Monday’s opener. Mahle’s team results have been poor, while Avila has helped Kansas City win six of his nine starts. Bobby Witt Jr.’s back issue is a major lineup variable, but the Royals’ home form and late-inning execution still provide a narrow edge.

The PickRamon Scott: Kansas City Royals money line (-107).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Cal Dog preferred Kansas City in the first five. Farley leaned toward a first-five over. The chat acknowledged the risk created by Witt’s likely absence.

Consensus ReportModerate consensus on Kansas City, though the injury uncertainty lowers confidence.
Game 9

Chicago White Sox at Texas Rangers

8:05 PM ET

Money LineWhite Sox +109 | Rangers -131
Run LineWhite Sox +1.5 (-194) | Rangers -1.5 (+159)
TotalOver 8.5 (-110) | Under 8.5 (-110)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Noah Schultz vs. Kumar Rocker

Sharp Betting Analysis

Schultz still profiles as a long-term rotation piece, but his current walk rate and repeated three-run outings make him difficult to trust. Texas owns a favorable matchup against left-handed pitching. Rocker has allowed 10 runs across his last two starts, while Chicago arrives with a lineup capable of carrying over Monday’s 10-run eruption.

The PickRamon Scott: First Five Innings Over 4.5.

Night Moves Chat Picks

Cal Dog and Farley agreed with the over. Timmy backed Chicago because he did not trust Rocker.

Consensus ReportStrongest consensus game on the card. Ramon and the chat aligned on early scoring.
Game 10

Detroit Tigers at Chicago Cubs

8:05 PM ET

Money LineTigers -101 | Cubs -120
Run LineTigers -1.5 (+163) | Cubs +1.5 (-199)
TotalOver 8.5 (-110) | Under 8.5 (-110)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Framber Valdez vs. David Peterson

Sharp Betting Analysis

Valdez showed improved form in his most recent outing, but the Cubs remain dangerous at home and have handled left-handed pitching well. Peterson’s season-long numbers remain difficult to defend even after a better last start. A strong wind blowing in at Wrigley is the primary obstacle to an over position.

The PickRamon Scott: Over 8.5 (-110).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Farley and Cal Dog selected Detroit. Timmy discussed both the weather and an under angle before noting the pitching concerns.

Consensus ReportNo clean consensus. Ramon is deliberately betting against the wind because of the starting-pitcher volatility.
Game 11

Miami Marlins at Houston Astros

8:10 PM ET

Money LineMarlins +104 | Astros -126
Run LineMarlins +1.5 (-193) | Astros -1.5 (+158)
TotalOver 9 (-102) | Under 9 (-118)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Tyler Phillips vs. Tatsuya Imai

Sharp Betting Analysis

Miami has entered another extended losing stretch, and Houston took advantage Monday. Phillips owns the better surface numbers, but the Astros’ lineup, home setting and ability to pressure a struggling opponent make the modest price playable. Imai’s season has been volatile, so Houston is not a low-risk favorite.

The PickRamon Scott: Houston Astros money line (-126).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Cal Dog and Farley preferred the over. Timmy backed Miami and the under, producing a direct split with Ramon.

Consensus ReportNo consensus. Ramon sides with Houston’s situational edge rather than the pitching statistics alone.
Game 12

Washington Nationals at Colorado Rockies

8:40 PM ET

Money LineNationals -112 | Rockies -107
Run LineNationals -1.5 (+144) | Rockies +1.5 (-175)
TotalOver 13 (-108) | Under 13 (-112)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Miles Mikolas vs. Michael Lorenzen

Sharp Betting Analysis

This is the slate’s most obvious run environment. Mikolas has allowed 20 home runs and now works at Coors Field, while Lorenzen enters with an ERA above six and severe contact indicators. Washington continues to produce on the road, and Colorado’s most favorable offensive matchup remains right-handed pitching.

The PickRamon Scott: First Five Innings Over 6.5, or the best available early over.

Night Moves Chat Picks

Farley also selected the over. Cal Dog backed Colorado. The chat generally agreed that neither starter should be trusted.

Consensus ReportStrong consensus on early scoring, with disagreement only on which side benefits most.
Game 13

St. Louis Cardinals at Los Angeles Angels

9:38 PM ET

Money LineCardinals -114 | Angels -106
Run LineCardinals -1.5 (+143) | Angels +1.5 (-174)
TotalOver 9 (-105) | Under 9 (-114)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Matthew Liberatore vs. Walbert Ureña

Sharp Betting Analysis

Liberatore’s ERA is elevated, but he can provide length and faces an Angels lineup that has produced only four runs across its last three games. Ureña has been one of the more encouraging pieces in the Angels’ rotation, combining a solid strikeout profile with respectable contact suppression. The early innings offer the cleanest route to a lower-scoring result.

The PickRamon Scott: First Five Innings Under 4.5.

Night Moves Chat Picks

Cal Dog backed St. Louis. Timmy chose the Cardinals in the first five, while Farley preferred the Angels in the first five.

Consensus ReportNo side consensus, but Ramon sees both starters as more reliable than the offenses.
Game 14

Athletics at Arizona Diamondbacks

9:40 PM ET

Money LineAthletics +114 | Diamondbacks -137
Run LineAthletics +1.5 (-182) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+150)
TotalOver 9.5 (-115) | Under 9.5 (-105)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Jack Perkins vs. Brandon Pfaadt

Sharp Betting Analysis

Arizona’s offense disappointed in Monday’s loss, but the Diamondbacks remain a meaningful home favorite. Perkins has allowed at least two earned runs in seven straight starts. Even so, both teams have produced strong under trends in this venue profile, and a total of 9.5 provides room for an ordinary rather than dominant pitching performance.

The PickRamon Scott: Under 9.5 (-105).

Night Moves Chat Picks

Timmy also selected the under. Farley preferred the over, and the chat noted that bullpen usage from Monday could complicate the full-game total.

Consensus ReportModerate consensus on the under, tempered by bullpen availability concerns.
Game 15

Cincinnati Reds at Seattle Mariners

9:40 PM ET

Money LineReds -108 | Mariners -112
Run LineReds -1.5 (+159) | Mariners +1.5 (-194)
TotalOver 7.5 (-105) | Under 7.5 (-114)

Starting Pitcher Matchup

Chase Burns vs. Luis Castillo

Sharp Betting Analysis

Burns has quickly become one of baseball’s premier young starters and has helped Cincinnati win 14 of his 18 starts. Seattle broke out offensively Monday, but its strikeout tendencies remain a concern against elite power pitching. Castillo has not matched his best seasons, though the home park and Cincinnati’s scoreless opener create a reasonable bounce-back setup.

The PickRamon Scott: First Five Innings Under 4, or the best available first-five under.

Night Moves Chat Picks

Timmy, Farley and Cal Dog all backed Cincinnati to rebound. The chat was far more unified on the Reds than on the total.

Consensus ReportSide consensus strongly favors Cincinnati. Ramon instead uses Burns and the park to attack the early total.

Tony’s Picks Leaderboard Recap

Monday’s Top Performers

Jorge Gonzalez led the daily board with a perfect 3-0 card. David Racey posted another winning session at 7-4, while Solo Malone finished at 75 percent. Bo Dunn went 2-0. Scott “Doubles” Shudy, the Tony’s Picks VIP account, Tony T, Ron Hahn and Damian Sosh also closed the day in positive territory, while Al Ninos won his only selection.

Last Seven Days

Tom Reighard remained the hottest seven-day performer at approximately nine and a half units of profit. Ron Hahn followed at roughly six and a half units, with Solo Malone near six units. The VIP account was up more than five units, while Jorge Gonzalez entered Tuesday at 5-1 for the week and approximately four and a half units in profit. Justin McElvy continued to win at a 70 percent rate, and Millz Young, Chris Adkins, Al Ninos, Nick Lagouretos, Tony T and D’Andre Stevenson all remained in the green.

Last 30 Days

Justin McElvy led the 30-day standings at approximately 21.3 units of profit, narrowly ahead of David Racey at 20.5 units. Chris Adkins stood near 11.75 units, Ron Hahn approached 10 units and Tony T was up approximately 9.3 units. Hollywood Sam, Tom Reighard, Millz Young, Al Ninos, the VIP account and Ron Crawford also held profitable 30-day records.

Yesterday’s MLB and WNBA Betting Recap

Monday’s MLB slate was defined by late offense and repeated home-run outbursts. Boston extended its winning streak to 14 with a 6-5 victory over Baltimore. Philadelphia beat the Dodgers 10-7 behind five home runs, Detroit outlasted the Cubs 8-6 in 10 innings and Cleveland launched seven home runs in a 13-4 rout of Minnesota. Seattle shut out Cincinnati 8-0, Atlanta edged San Diego 3-2 and the Yankees powered past Pittsburgh 8-5.

Tampa Bay ended a five-game losing streak against Toronto. The Athletics stopped their extended slide with a 5-2 win in Arizona. The Angels walked off St. Louis 3-2, the White Sox scored 10 in Texas, Milwaukee beat the Mets 8-3, Kansas City defeated San Francisco, Houston handed Miami a seventh straight loss and Washington won 7-3 at Colorado.

Night Moves produced MLB winners on Washington, Milwaukee’s run line, the White Sox, the Yankees-Pirates over and Kansas City. The card also absorbed narrow defeats, including Seattle-Cincinnati under 7.5 in an 8-0 final. In the WNBA, New York beat Dallas 99-98 in overtime, Washington upset Golden State 90-82, Minnesota defeated Seattle 105-102 and Las Vegas pushed the tempo in a 109-83 win over Toronto. Monday’s WNBA board leaned heavily to the over.

Final Betting Notes

Odds shown are the uploaded DraftKings prices available Tuesday morning, July 21, 2026. First-five prices can move independently from full-game markets, so bettors should compare books before placing a wager. Weather remains especially important in Philadelphia, New York and Chicago, while bullpen availability deserves added attention in Arizona after Monday’s usage.

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