Rays vs Diamondbacks Prediction and MLB Tips - 17 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 16, 2024, 10:52PM | Published: Aug 15, 2024, 7:28PM
The Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in MLB action at Tropicana Field on Saturday, commencing at 8:50am AEST.
The Rays will send Ryan Pepiot (6-5, 3.92 ERA) to the mound, while the Diamondbacks are going with Ryne Nelson (8-6, 4.51 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Rays vs Diamondbacks game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Tampa Bay vs Arizona MLB game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model is unable to split the two teams, giving both the Rays and the Diamondbacks an equal 50% chance of winning the game.
Rays vs Diamondbacks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Tropicana Field are shown below:
- Head to Head: Rays $1.91, Diamondbacks $1.85
- Line: Rays +1.5 ($1.53), Diamondbacks -1.5 ($2.50)
- Total (Over/Under 7.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has the Rays at $1.91 and the Diamondbacks at $1.85.
The Rays are 1.5-run underdogs against the Diamondbacks, with odds of $1.53 available at TAB.
For the favourite Diamondbacks (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.50.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Rays (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 64% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Rays vs Diamondbacks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Tampa Bay at $1.91 with TAB (50% probability)
- Line: Rays +1.5 at $1.53 with TAB (64% probability)
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB (51% probability)
Stats Insider's Rays vs Diamondbacks predictions are based on detailed modelling and wagering experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Rays vs Diamondbacks: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Tampa Bay vs Arizona game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting analysis before the Tampa Bay vs Arizona match-up.
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Rays vs Diamondbacks: Essential Details
The game between the Rays and Diamondbacks at Tropicana Field is scheduled to commence at 8:50am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Tampa Bay Rays vs Arizona Diamondbacks
- Date: Saturday 17 August 2024
- Time: 8:50am AEST
- Venue: Tropicana Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
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Conclusion
Our Tampa Bay vs Arizona predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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