Thursday's MLB action features eight games, starting with the Mets hosting the Nationals, where Kodai Senga (6-3, 1.59 ERA) leads for New York against Michael Soroka (3-3, 4.86 ERA) for Washington. Despite this pitching matchup, the SportsLine Projection Model predicts Washington to cover the +1.5 run line, with New York listed as substantial -247 favorites.

The Rockies face the Giants later, with Anthony Senzatela (1-10, 6.68 ERA) pitching for Colorado against San Francisco's Hayden Birdsong (3-1, 2.55 ERA). The model forecasts a low-scoring affair, predicting only 10.2 runs combined between these teams.

SportsLine's computer simulations have shown profitability, especially with home run prop picks. Following their top MLB picks could yield a parlay payout of +1249. Notable bets for the day include Byron Buxton over 1.5 total bases and Jung Hoo Lee under 1.5 total hits, showcasing confidence in player performance amidst the day's matchups.