MLB Betting - Saturday Baseball Picks

While you warm up for the UFC 101 odds Saturday night, why not sit in the sun and listen to the ballgame? Better yet, why not bet on some ballgames? Let's make some Saturday MLB picks.

Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles Angels

Saturday, August 8, 4:10 p.m. ET
Kevin Millwood (9-7, 3.39) vs Jered Weaver (11-3, 3.79)

There are difficult betting choices and easy ones in every sport, and Saturday afternoon's Rangers/Angels tilt is one of those easy ones .Before we look at any numbers, it pays to know that Kevin Millwood has missed his last few starts with a strained glute. Thus, there's no guarantee that he's 100 percent. Now, we go to the numbers, and they seriously favor the Angels. Millwood is 2-6 on the road in 2009 and has a 7.79 ERA against L.A. this season. Meanwhile, Angels starter Jered Weaver loves pitching at Angel Stadium. He's 7-1 with a 2.79 ERA there this season. MLB predictions don't come easier than this one.

Best betting management pick: Angels

Chicago Cubs @ Colorado Rockies
Saturday, August 8, 8:10 p.m. ET
Ryan Dempster (5-5, 4.09) vs Jason Marquis (12-7, 3.49)

The Cubs and Rockies continue to battle as wild-card hopefuls, and the Rockies have the edge Saturday night. Whether you like Jason Marquis or think he's lucky, there's no denying that's he's a rare pitcher who excels at Coors Field. In a solid sample size -- 90 innings—Marquis is 8-3 with a 3.39 ERA and just three homers allowed. Cubs starter Ryan Dempster is a different story. Coors Field owns his soul, slapping a 15.23 ERA on him. If you believe in following the numbers, you have to bet on the home squad. Go with Colorado.

Best betting management pick: Rockies