August 29 MLB betting slate highlights Braves-Phillies as the marquee matchup, with Ranger Suárez vs Bryce Elder shaping the run-line and early scoring expectations. The card also features Paul Skenes on the mound against Boston, plus Angels vs Astros with Cristian Javier and Tyler Anderson leading the totals play. Value bets span Phillies -1.5, Phillies Over 2.5 F5, Red Sox Under 0.5 F3, and Angels-Astros Over 8.5, among several totals and props across Cubs, Rockies, Jays and Mets.

Inflated moneylines loom as playoff races wind down, so sharps chase lines that leverage elite starting pitching, bullpen volatility, and small-sample factors. The bets emphasize pitcher performance in key matchups and prop angles that can deliver equity in DFS and season-long fantasy formats.

Friday's MLB prop card centers three sharp targets: Aaron Judge drawing 1+ walks vs Chicago; Tyler Anderson returning from the paternity list to push for 2+ walks against Houston; and Jeffrey Springs under 5.5 hits allowed in a Rangers matchup. Judge's post-IL patience (21.5% walk rate in 13 games) supports the walk line, while Gómez's control tests Judge's plate discipline. Springs offers a compact, low-hit-risk path for DFS and bets.

The Angels finally flipped the script in the Crosstown Classic, storming to a 7-0 lead and cruising past the Dodgers 7-4. It marked the Angels’ fourth straight win in this series and their first season-series triumph since 2019, helped by a seven-run first inning that put the Dodgers on their heels early. Los Angeles sits at 57-62, pressing toward the wild-card chase, while the Dodgers’ hold on the NL West tightened but still faces pressure from San Diego. Zach Neto sparked the onslaught with a solo shot, Yoan Moncada drove in Mike Trout in the same frame, and Angels pitching held firm as Jose Soriano logged six strong innings. Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s six runs allowed and limited efficiency dampened the Dodgers’ night, despite a late surge featuring homers from Shohei Ohtani and Max Muncy and a Kenley Jansen save. Next up, Emmet Sheehan will face Tyler Anderson as the two teams renew hostilities.

From a fantasy lens, Neto’s leadoff prowess and Moncada’s RBI production are notable, while Trout remains a central catalyst. Ohtani’s continued power presence for the Dodgers adds intrigue to a stacked lineup, though Yamamoto’s rough start raises questions about his next turn. The Angels’ bullpen and Jansen’s ninth-inning calm provide a glimmer of stability, even as the Dodgers chase consistency. With the day’s results, Angels’ offense has piled up 30 runs in four games against Dodgers pitching while allowing 19, a clear complexion-shaper for rest-of-season projections. Tuesday’s duel between Emmet Sheehan and Tyler Anderson sets the stage for more high-stakes fantasy decisions in a tight pennant race.

Angels ride into Angel Stadium on August 12 riding momentum from a 7-4 win that kept them undefeated against the Dodgers this season, 4-0, with two games left in the set. Emmet Sheehan mans the mound for Los Angeles against Tyler Anderson for the Angels in a high-leverage cross-town duel. The betting desk shows Dodgers on the moneyline, Angels at +1.5, and the game total at 9, with NBC Sports’ model compiling projections and confidence levels to guide picks and bets. Fantasy managers get a clear read on pitching matchups, bullpen usage, and when to stack the offenses that have outscored their opponent 30-19 across four meetings.

Sheehan arrives at 3-2 with a 3.00 ERA and a recent 0.00 ERA showing, while Anderson sits at 2-7 with a 4.64 ERA and a rough last outing. The Angels’ recent run against LAD signals upside for Angels hitters in DFS or daily bets, while the Dodgers will lean on their bullpen to dampen the Halos’ momentum. The piece lays out how to watch first pitch, odds, and the latest player news to stay ahead of in-game moves and late-breaking transactions.

Overall, the matchup blends a compelling DFS short stack scenario with smart betting angles: Dodgers on the moneyline, Angels at +1.5, and the over 9.0 as the model’s favored total. It’s a night where lineups, bullpen tactics, and the right cross-team stacks could swing fantasy value and live-bet decisions through a game that has already delivered high drama this season.