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Closing-line value

Every pick is judged on closing-line value — how our number beats the market's close, the truest signal of long-term skill. Here's how the free picks and the members' card compare.

Free picks
+2.9%
64% beat the close · 74 graded
Members' picks
+3.1%
64% beat the close · 952 graded
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Avg CLV on graded, closing-line-eligible picks. Verified in the full track record.
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Latest free picks
NFL
49ers @ Chargers
Aug 20, 2026
In play
A familiar preseason matchup has a clear angle, and the coaching edge matters more than usual.
WNBA
Lynx @ Valkyries
Aug 19, 2026
+0.0% CLVLOSS
A tight first meeting and a strong home angle make this a tough number to ignore tonight.
MLB
Braves @ Twins
Aug 18, 2026
+8.4% CLVLOSS
Atlanta keeps creating chances, while Minnesota’s latest win still left some real questions hanging around.
NCAAF
GEORGIA OVER 9.5 WINS
Feb 1, 2027
In play
Roster continuity and a favorable season path make the Bulldogs a hard team to fade in futures markets.
MLB
Tigers @ Pirates
Aug 17, 2026
-4.2% CLVWIN
A strong situational angle points to value in Pittsburgh, and the number still looks playable.
MLB
Royals @ Angels
Aug 16, 2026
+4.1% CLVWIN
The spot is louder than the surface read, and the pitching edge plus a few strong systems point in one direction in Anaheim.
NFL
Vikings @ Giants
Aug 15, 2026
+4.4% CLVLOSS
A preseason opener, a new sideline voice, and a home dog angle that actually fits the setup.
MLB
Yankees @ Blue Jays
Aug 14, 2026
+1.7% CLVLOSS
A strong recent angle points one way in Toronto, and the matchup history only helps the case.
NFL
Chargers @ Texans
Aug 13, 2026
WIN
Two teams opening preseason with different priorities, and one side has a clearer early edge in how it approaches August football.
MLB
Rangers @ Angels
Aug 12, 2026
+3.8% CLVWIN
A starter with recent length, a soft lineup, and a rebound angle after a win make this spot worth a close look.
MLB
Guardians @ Tigers
Aug 11, 2026
+8.1% CLVWIN
Detroit has the sharper setup here, while Cleveland keeps giving the same reason to fade it.
MLB
Orioles @ Twins
Aug 10, 2026
-2.2% CLVLOSS
A strong system angle and a clear pitching edge point in one direction, even with the market still giving Minnesota respect.
MLB
Guardians @ White Sox
Aug 9, 2026
+9.1% CLVWIN
A Chicago matchup is setting up a strong outs angle, and the numbers on the starter point toward a shorter outing.
MLB
Blue Jays @ Phillies
Aug 8, 2026
+6.4% CLVLOSS
A tiring setup on one side and a better home spot on the other create a clean read in Philadelphia.
MLB
Tigers @ Giants
Aug 7, 2026
+5.9% CLVLOSS
Detroit brings a surge of offense into San Francisco, while the home side has not been steady lately.
MLB
Brewers @ Giants
Jul 28, 2026
+3.0% CLVWIN
A recent shutout, a familiar system, and a number that may still be too light shape the case in San Francisco.
MLB
Orioles @ Tigers
Jul 27, 2026
+8.5% CLVLOSS
A recent form shift and a favorable matchup point toward a clean pitching lane in Detroit.
MLB
Braves @ Orioles
Jul 25, 2026
+4.4% CLVWIN
A blown extra-innings spot can create real value in the next one, and the market may be leaving it there again.
MLB
Cubs @ Pirates
Jul 24, 2026
+9.0% CLVWIN
A solid pitching matchup is hiding a price that still looks off.
MLB
Rays @ Blue Jays
Jul 23, 2026
WIN
A small-slate setup, two starters, and a dome can quietly keep this one tighter than the market may be expecting.
MLB
Nationals @ Athletics
Jul 19, 2026
+1.3% CLVLOSS
A starter trend is holding firm, and the market may already be tipping its hand in this matchup.
MLB
Mets @ Phillies
Jul 16, 2026
+7.4% CLVWIN
Aaron Nola has been allowing traffic all season, and the Mets lineup can keep him over 4.5 hits at -138.
MLB
Nationals @ Athletics
Jul 17, 2026
+12.3% CLVWIN
We have a clear edge on the mound, at the plate, and in the historical data for one side of this game.
MLB
AL @ NL
Jul 14, 2026
+5.4% CLVWIN
The All-Star price is the story here, and the American League at +116 feels like the sharper side in Philadelphia.
MLB
HR DERBY WINNER: JORDAN WALKER
Jul 13, 2026
WIN
Jordan Walker at +800 is the Home Run Derby futures play, and the bat-speed case actually makes plenty of sense.
MLB
Cubs @ Reds
Jul 11, 2026
-5.4% CLVWIN
Cubs ML at -118 is the play in Cincinnati, with a strong angle against a shaky Reds spot and a good matchup for Javier Assad.
MLB
Rockies @ Dodgers
Jul 8, 2026
+1.9% CLVLOSS
The Dodgers are in a strong rebound spot after a rough offensive night, and the team total over 5.5 makes sense at home.
MLB
Braves @ Pirates
Jul 7, 2026
+7.6% CLVLOSS
Paul Skenes gives Pittsburgh respect, but Atlanta at +142 is the better side at this point of the season.
MLB
Yankees @ Rays
Jul 6, 2026
+10.0% CLVWIN
Yankees moneyline at -102 looks live in Tampa, where a strong road spot and a Schlittler bounce-back can flip the price.