MLB Diamond Trends for Friday, August 26

Vince Akins Sports Betting Expert

Team Trend of the Day

Matchup: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies (MLBtv, 7:05 p.m. ET)

The Phillies are 14-0 since July 7 as a favorite of at least -175.

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SP Trend of the Day

Matchup: Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets (MLBtv, 7:10 p.m. ET)

Chris Bassitt is 16-0 since June 19, 2019 when he starts as a favorite of at least -170.

Choice Trend of the Day

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Washington Nationals (MLBtv, 7:05 p.m. ET)

Mike Minor is 0-9-1 OU since August 11, 2020 when he is not pitching as a +230 or greater dog after allowing 5+ runs last start.

Vince Akins

Vince Akins of SportsBook Breakers is an analytical-driven handicapper who had used statistical analysis and extensive sports expertise to drive over a decade of handicapping success. In recent seasons, Vince has demonstrated his handicapping success on Vegas Insider. He has earned the title of season money leader in the MLB, NFL and NCAAF in recent seasons at Vegas Inside, among a long list of documented accolades throughout the handicapping world. More from Vince Akins