2016 MLB Divisional Odds
The 2016 MLB season commences on Sunday April 3rd with a World Series rematch between the New York Mets and Kansas City Royals, but we’re not waiting until then to start examining potential value bets.
Throughout the offseason we have been analyzing MLB futures, Win Totals and Home Run Leader odds, but earlier this week a prominent offshore sportsbook posted odds for all six division winners.
The table below compares examines the current divisional odds at Bovada. This section will be continually updated as opening day approaches.
AL East
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| Boston Red Sox | +160 |
| Toronto Blue Jays | +160 |
| New York Yankees | +350 |
| Tampa Bay Rays | +900 |
| Baltimore Orioles | +900 |
AL Central
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| Kansas City Royals | +110 |
| Cleveland Indians | +250 |
| Detroit Tigers | +400 |
| Chicago White Sox | +600 |
| Minnesota Twins | +1000 |
AL West
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| Houston Astros | +160 |
| Texas Rangers | +210 |
| Los Angeles Angels | +375 |
| Seattle Mariners | +400 |
| Oakland Athletics | +1200 |
NL East
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| New York Mets | -110 |
| Washington Nationals | +110 |
| Miami Marlins | +600 |
| Atlanta Braves | +2500 |
| Philadelphia Phillies | +3300 |
NL Central
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| Chicago Cubs | -150 |
| St. Louis Cardinals | +250 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | +300 |
| Cincinnati Reds | +2500 |
| Milwaukee Brewers | +2500 |
NL West
| Team | Bovada (2/19) |
|---|---|
| San Francisco Giants | +125 |
| Los Angeles Dodgers | +150 |
| Arizona Diamondbacks | +300 |
| San Diego Padres | +1200 |
| Colorado Rockies | +5000 |
It’s interesting to note that sharper sportsbooks like 5Dimes have the Boston Red Sox as the favorite to win the AL Pennant, yet they’re listed as the co-favorite to win the AL East. Although the Blue Jays finished 15-games ahead of the Red Sox last season, Boston made several key offseason acquisitions including the signing of a legitimate ace in David Price. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the Sox are offering value, but it does seem to indicate that the Blue Jays are being slightly overrated.
In terms of value, it seems like the public is overvaluing the Cubs which could be creating value on the Cardinals (+250). Last season the Cardinals won the NL Central with a 100-62 record and, although they lost Jason Heyward and John Lackey via free agency, the rotation should be improved this year. In addition to getting Adam Wainwright back from injury, the team signed former Giants’ SP Mike Leake. I’m also optimistic that the relatively unknown Stephen Piscotty will help fill the void in right field that was left by Heyward’s departure.
Which teams do you think are offering value? Are the oddsmakers overlooking any teams? Please leave your thoughts in the comment section below.
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David Solar is the Content Manager for Sports Insights and can be reached directly at David@sportsinsights.com
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