Baseball Betting How to Bet Basics
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Baseball Betting: The Basics
Summary
Discover how to bet on baseball and why it's ideal for novice bettors.
Introduction
If you're new to sports betting, baseball offers one of the simplest ways to get started. Unlike football and basketball, which involve complex point spreads, baseball betting focuses on straightforward outcomes. The extended baseball season also provides more opportunities to win. Here’s a guide to help you get started with baseball betting.
Understanding the Money Line
In baseball, betting is primarily done through the money line, unlike football and basketball, which use point spreads.
What is a Point Spread?
In sports like football and basketball, a point spread adjusts the odds by subtracting points from the favorite and adding them to the underdog. This system balances the betting and provides more even wagers.
What is a Money Line?
The money line in baseball centers on the game's outcome. Bettors place more money on the favorite to win less, or risk less to win more on the underdog. For example, if the line is -170 for the favorite and +150 for the underdog, you’d need to bet $170 on the favorite to win $100. Conversely, a $100 bet on the underdog could net you $150.
Exploring Total Bets and Run Lines
Besides money lines, sportsbooks offer total bets and run lines.
Total Bets
These wagers rely on the combined score of both teams. If the over/under is set at 7, betting over wins if the combined runs exceed 7, while under wins if they total less.
Run Line
Similar to a point spread, the run line focuses on whether a team wins by more than one run (-1.5) or stays within one run (+1.5).
Conclusion
While baseball's money line simplifies betting compared to other sports, calculating payoffs can seem tricky:
1. Betting on the Favorite: Add 1 to the favorite's price and divide by the favorite's price.
2. Betting on the Underdog: Simply add 1 to the underdog's price.
With this guide, you're ready to dive into the exciting world of baseball betting!
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