MLB Betting Odds

Spring and Summer – Peak Season for Betting on Baseball

As spring and summer begin, baseball takes center stage with no football games to distract and MLB betting takes center stage on the sports schedule.

Although Indiana does not have its own MLB team, there are many baseball fans in the state. The long 162-game MLB season offers plenty of betting opportunities for Indiana residents.

Online betting apps in Indiana are fully prepared for the baseball season. Below are the latest MLB odds and betting lines at sportsbooks across the state.

MLB Odds at Indiana Online Sportsbooks

View the latest odds for MLB games available on online betting platforms in Indiana. If you find favorable odds, click on them to visit the bookmaker’s website and start betting.

If you are not yet registered with the bookmaker, use the links below to create an account and receive exclusive sign-up bonuses. For other betting options, check out the tab containing current MLB odds on future events such as odds to win the World Series, AL & NL MVP, Cy Young and more.

Odds for the Chicago Cubs to Win the World Series

The Cubs are one of the most beloved teams in Indiana due to their proximity to Chicago. Their victory in the 2016 World Series further increased the team’s popularity.

While the Cubs may not have a strong record this season, Indiana fans continue to actively bet on their games. Check out the best odds available for the Cubs to win the World Series below.

Cincinnati Reds Betting Odds

Indiana has a strong tradition of rooting for the Cincinnati Reds, dating back to the Big Red Machine era. Many Indiana residents live closer to Cincinnati than Chicago, which explains their significant fan base in the state.

Betting on the Reds is a popular choice among Indiana residents, so don’t miss the opportunity to place a bet if the team’s odds interest you. Below are the best odds for the Reds to win the World Series.

Chicago White Sox Betting Odds

The White Sox have become one of the top MLB teams in recent seasons, which has attracted additional betting interest, especially with current AL MVP Jose Abreu involved.

Although the South Side team is not as popular in Indiana as their Wrigley Field rivals, the White Sox remain one of the favorites to win the World Series with Indiana sportsbooks. Find out the best odds available below.

  • Key Dates for the 2021 MLB Season
  • MLB Season Opening: April 1
  • MLB Draft: July 11-13
  • Home Run Derby: July 12
  • The 91st MLB All-Star Game will take place at Coors Field in Denver on July 13.
  • The MLB regular season will end on October 3.

Types of Betting on MLB Baseball

If you are new to baseball betting, it is important to understand the different types of bets. If you have already bet on other sports such as basketball or football, you will find it easier to master the basics of betting on baseball as the principles remain similar. Here are the most common types of bets and odds in MLB:

  • MLB Spread Betting

Spread betting involves betting on the difference in points. In baseball this is called the run line. Unlike other sports, the run line in baseball is almost always 1.5. Here’s what the spread might look like for a Reds game:

  • Reds: +1.5
  • White Sox: -1.5
  • The sign in front of the numbers is important. The “-” sign indicates that the White Sox are considered favorites in the game, while the “+” sign indicates that the Reds are underdogs.

For example, betting the spread in favor of Chicago means you are predicting them to win by at least two runs. A spread bet in Cincinnati’s favor sees them losing by no more than 1.5 runs.

Simply put, you win your bet if the Reds lose by one run or win the game.

MLB Money Line Betting

Money line betting is probably the easiest way to bet on baseball. You simply bet on the team that you think will win the game, regardless of the score difference. The money lines for an MLB game might look like this:

  • Cubs: +100
  • Reds: -200

The numbers indicate how much you need to bet to win $100. Since the Reds are the favorites in this game, you need to bet $200 to win $100, plus your down payment. On the other hand, if the Cubs are underdogs, you only need to bet $100 to win $100, plus your buy-in.

You can bet smaller amounts and Indiana online sportsbooks will calculate everything for you. Simply select the game you want to bet on, enter the amount and see the estimated payout before confirming your bet.

MLB Total Bets

Total betting involves betting on the total number of points scored during the entire game. Bookmakers make a prediction on the total number of points scored by both teams.

Over/Under 14.5: White Sox vs. Cubs

You can bet more if you think that the game will score more points than the bookmaker predicts, or less if you think there will be fewer points.

If you bet on the over and the total points reached reach 16, you will win your bet. If you bet on less and the score is 16, you will lose.

Other Betting Options on MLB Baseball

The above bet types are the most common in sports betting. If you’re new to baseball betting, spreads, money lines, and totals are a good introduction.

However, these options are only part of the variety of betting options available. Futures bets allow you to bet on outcomes such as winning the World Series, while prop betting allows you to bet on things such as the number of strikeouts Lucas Giolito will throw in a given game.

There are different betting options for each game, whether it’s regular season matchups or MLB playoff odds.

So take the time to research Indiana online sportsbooks to discover the full range of options available.