Three MLB bets lead Tuesday’s slate: Houston on the run line (-1.5) behind Hunter Brown vs Colorado; Chicago Cubs favored on the road with Matthew Boyd against San Francisco; Philadelphia First 5 Innings Moneyline behind Jesús Luzardo vs Sean Manaea. The bets hinge on sharp bullpen info, park factors, and the playoff chase that makes Tuesday’s matchups high-leverage for fantasy managers.

Brown’s mastery against a Rockies offense provides strong run support upside, while Boyd’s lefty matchup could tilt the Cubs’ way in a game Verlander struggles to stabilize. Luzardo’s road-spot numbers and Manaea’s August run are key factors for the Phillies-Mets tilt, creating a balanced, value-focused betting menu for fantasy/DFS play.