Question 1

How do you work out what a spread bet is really worth?

Accepted Answer

We collect the spread price from every US sportsbook and look at both sides of the bet together. Both prices carry the sportsbook's cut — the margin it builds in to make money either way — so we take that out. What's left is our estimate of each side's real chance of winning, shown as a percentage and as a price (the fair odds).

Question 2

Which sportsbook has the best MLB spread prices?

Accepted Answer

It changes game by game, which is why the board marks the best available price on every line and updates as prices move.

Question 3

How current are these spread numbers?

Accepted Answer

The board refreshes about once a minute while it is open. Prices can still move in between, so check the number at the sportsbook before you bet.

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