Best MLB picks today: Top bets, player props and expert predictions for Saturday’s slate from DraftKings Network analysts.

Published Apr 18, 2026 1:17 PM EDT

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 17: Adam Frazier #20 of the Los Angeles Angels congratulates Mike Trout #27 after the final out of the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on April 17, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 17: Adam Frazier #20 of the Los Angeles Angels congratulates Mike Trout #27 after the final out of the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on April 17, 2026 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

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Bryan Armetta

Same Game Parlay (SGP):

LA Angels Moneyline

Odds: +220

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Sean Barnard

Parlay:

SD Padres Moneyline (at LAA)

TOR Blue Jays Moneyline (at ARI)

LA Dodgers -1.5 (at COL)

Odds: +543

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 08: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Target Center on January 08, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Clouse/Getty Images)


ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 08: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves warms up prior to a game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center on April 08, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)


PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 10: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns looks up court during a game against the Dallas Mavericks at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 10, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)


CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 30: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic looks on during the first half of a basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on October 30, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)