The 2025 MLB season is heating up as teams clash in a full 15-game slate on Friday. The Pickswise MLB handicapping team, with a combined record of 51-32-4 on best bets this season, is eager to maintain their momentum with some promising picks.
For the first choice, the New York Mets are favored to cover the run line at -1.5 against the struggling Colorado Rockies at odds of -140. The Mets have been performing strong on the home front, and this match-up is seen as a prime opportunity to capitalize against a Rockies team that has been the worst in baseball. Colorado’s pitching staff currently ranks last in ERA at 5.55 and has shown vulnerability to home runs, presenting an ideal scenario for the Mets’ powerful lineup. Starting pitcher David Peterson, boasting an impressive 2.79 ERA and only three earned runs allowed over his last 13.2 innings, is expected to dominate this match-up against a Rockies lineup that pales in comparison to the competition he has faced recently.
The second best bet features the San Diego Padres, who are also projected to cover the run line at -1.5 over the Pittsburgh Pirates at +120 odds. Mitch Keller, the Pirate’s starting pitcher, previously struggled against the Padres, giving up four runs in an earlier encounter. The Padres respond with Nick Pivetta, who has proven to be a formidable presence on the mound, holding a remarkable 1.44 ERA at home and allowing minimal hits throughout the season. With the Padres having a solid record of 7-3 when Pivetta is pitching, backing them in this match-up appears to be a strategic choice.
These picks reflect the confidence of the Pickswise experts in identifying favorable odds and match-ups. Fans and bettors alike can anticipate an exciting Friday of baseball action, as teams strive to improve their standings.