Greg Peterson’s Top MLB Picks for Saturday, April 11

Emerson Raymont

Published: April 11, 2026 1:42 PM ET

Greg Peterson’s Top MLB Picks for Saturday, April 11

Expert baseball handicapper Greg Peterson provides fans with crucial insights for Saturday’s MLB games on April 11. His comprehensive analysis covers a range of matchups and betting lines, offering valuable information for bettors.

MLB Matchups and Betting Insights

1:05 PM Eastern: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Philadelphia Phillies

The Arizona Diamondbacks face the Philadelphia Phillies, with both starting pitchers bringing unique stats to the mound. Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker logged a 4.08 ERA last season, struggling with 1.5 home runs and 3.1 walks per nine innings. Meanwhile, Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt had a 5.23 ERA, allowing 1.3 home runs and striking out only 7.5 batters per nine innings.

Phillies’ home offense: 5.3 runs per game (3rd in scoring)
Diamondbacks’ scoring: 4.9 runs per game (4th in run scoring)
Diamondbacks’ bullpen ERA: 4.82 (27th)

Recommended bet: Over 8.5 runs (Projected total: 9.2)

1:10 PM Eastern: Miami Marlins vs. Detroit Tigers

Janson Junk, the Marlins’ starter, presents a solid command but had a 4.17 ERA due to low strikeouts. Tigers’ Casey Mize had a 3.87 ERA with a strong strikeout rate but faces a Marlins lineup struggling to hit home runs.

Recommended bet: Tigers Moneyline -134 (Projected: Tigers -166)

2:20 PM Eastern: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs

The Cubs aim for victory with Edward Cabrera, who posted a 3.53 ERA. The Pirates counter with Braxton Ashcraft, boasting a 2.64 ERA after his big league debut. However, the Pirates offense ranked last in scoring last season.

Recommended bet: Cubs Moneyline -134
Projected total: Over 6.5 runs (Total: 7.9)

3:07 PM Eastern: Minnesota Twins vs. Toronto Blue Jays

Blue Jays’ Eric Lauer, with a 3.18 ERA, faces Joe Ryan from the Twins, who had a solid season but allowed 1.4 home runs per nine innings. The key will be Ryan’s performance on the road.

Recommended bet: Blue Jays Moneyline -105
Projected total: Over 7.5 runs (Total: 8.4)

4:10 PM Eastern: Oakland Athletics vs. New York Mets

Jacob Lopez, the Athletics’ pitcher, struggled on the road while Kodai Senga from the Mets has shown promise early this season. The Mets lineup faces a struggling Athletics bullpen.

Recommended bet: Mets Run Line -1.5 +145
Projected total: Over 7.5 runs (Total: 8.1)

4:15 PM Eastern: Los Angeles Angels vs. Cincinnati Reds

George Klassen makes his second career start for the Angels, while the Reds’ Brandon Williamson has struggled with a high ERA since returning to the league.

Recommended bet: Reds Moneyline -125
Projected total: Over 9 runs (Total: 9.6)

7:10 PM Eastern: Washington Nationals vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Brewers’ Kyle Harrison had a decent season last year, while the Nationals’ Foster Griffin is making a comeback after time in Japan. The Brewers look to capitalize on the Nationals’ shaky bullpen.

Recommended bet: Brewers Run Line -1.5 +135
Projected total: Over 7.5 runs (Total: 8.4)

7:15 PM Eastern: San Francisco Giants vs. Baltimore Orioles

Logan Webb of the Giants has strong home-court advantages, while Chris Bassitt from the Orioles has struggled early in the season.

Recommended bet: Over 7.5 runs (Projected total: 8.3)

8:40 PM Eastern: Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres

German Marquez from the Padres faces a Rockies team that struggled offensively last season. Both teams have had varying success in their pitching rotations.

Recommended bet: Under 8.5 runs (Projected total: 7.9)

9:40 PM Eastern: Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners

Mariners’ Luis Castillo showed improvement at home, while Astros’ Lance McCullers struggled significantly last season. This matchup will test both teams as they seek early-season momentum.