MLB Best Bets for September 18, 2026

Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds

Event: Fri, Sep 18 · 6:41 PM EDT

Odd$mith pick: Under 8.5 (101)

Result: Loss · Chicago Cubs 4, Cincinnati Reds 6

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Athletics vs. Cleveland Guardians

Event: Fri, Sep 18 · 7:11 PM EDT

Odd$mith pick: Over 8.5 (-110)

Result: Loss · Athletics 3, Cleveland Guardians 5

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Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets

Event: Fri, Sep 18 · 7:16 PM EDT

Odd$mith pick: New York Mets ML (-123)

Result: Win · Philadelphia Phillies 3, New York Mets 6

Featured analysis: Mets Moneyline: Outfox the Leaky Phillies

The Mets have the power and patience to slip past a Phillies lineup that's been as porous as a kitchen colander.

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Atlanta Braves vs. Houston Astros

Event: Fri, Sep 18 · 8:11 PM EDT

Odd$mith pick: Atlanta Braves ML (-120)

Result: Win · Atlanta Braves 6, Houston Astros 2

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San Francisco Giants vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

Event: Fri, Sep 18 · 10:15 PM EDT

Odd$mith pick: San Francisco Giants +1.5 (114)

Result: Loss · San Francisco Giants 2, Los Angeles Dodgers 8

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