Predicting the winner of every MLB game on Thursday, April 2, 2026

[ASFN Admin]

Winning in MLB on a daily basis is one of the toughest challenges in sports. With 162 games, constant lineup changes, pitching matchups, and the unpredictable nature of baseball, picking winners isn’t about guessing—it’s about analyzing matchups and picking up on patterns. Every day presents a new slate, new opportunities, and new value. From analyzing starting pitchers and bullpen usage to identifying hot lineups and favorable matchups, success comes from staying consistent and trusting the process over the long haul. Here are today’s MLB predictions for final scores and the winners around the league.


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Twins at Royals​

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Apr 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) pitches during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

• Pitching Matchup: Bradley vs. Ragans
• Score Prediction: 5-2
• Winner: Royals

• Notes: Ragans looks to rebound after a tough first start of the season. He allowed 4 walks in 4 innings, something he will need to improve upon. Bradley only went 4.1 innings in his first start, but struck out 9 batters in the process.

Braves vs. Diamondbacks​

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Mar 28, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (40) throws against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

• Pitching Matchup: Lopez vs. Nelson
• Score Prediction: 6-4
• Winner: Braves

• Notes: Lopez was excellent in his first start of the season, throwing 6 innings, allowing just 3 hits, 2 walks, and one run. That is much better than Nelson, who struggled in his first start, allowing 4 earned runs and 2 HR in just 4.2 innings.

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Mets vs. Giants​

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Mar 28, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher David Peterson (23) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

• Pitching Matchup: Peterson vs. Ray
• Score Prediction: 4-1
• Winner: Mets

• Notes: Both of these lefties pitched pretty well in their first starts of the season. Peterson went 5.1 innings, allowing no runs, striking out 3, and walking 2. Ray also went 5.1 innings in his start against the Yankees, allowing 2 runs on 5 hits, while striking out 4 batters.

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