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NBC Sports
17-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
2025 MLB Make or Miss Playoff Predictions: Odds, Expert Picks, Best Bets including Red Sox, Padres, Guardians
The second half of the MLB season starts up on Friday, and before first pitch, I have two teams in the make-or-miss playoff market worth betting on -- the San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox, plus a win total on the Cleveland Guardians. Follow Rotoworld Player News for the latest fantasy and betting player news and analysis all season long. Boston Red Sox: (-140) to make the playoffs | (+115) to miss the playoffs The hottest team in all of baseball is the Boston Red Sox, who have won 10 straight games heading into the All-Star break! That makes this the perfect time to break down their miss or make the playoffs market because this is the best point to sell-high on Boston if you are a non-believer or it could be one of the final times to get a decent price on the Red Sox if you like where this team is headed toward the end of July. Where do I stand? I am fader. That's right. I enjoy watching and betting on Sox baseball. I think this team is competitive, but still a few hitters and another youthful pitcher or two away from being serious contenders. To continue to play devil's advocate, it's the schedule in a crowded AL East that does it for me. With records based on the first half of the season, per Tankathon, Boston has the third-toughest remaining strength of schedule (.516 winning %). Let's look at the first 15 games of the second half for Boston: 3 road games at the Cubs 3 road games at the Phillies 3 home games vs the Dodgers 3 road games at the Twins 3 home games vs the Astros I mean, 5-7 wins sounds about right for me out of 15 games, respectively, of course. When you consider the Rays, Yankees, and Blue Jays all have similar strength of schedules (10th, 15th, 18th) that are easier than the Red Sox's. I am going to take the plus-money here for 2 units and say Boston misses the playoffs. In a week or two, this could very well be -150 to -200 pending how the Cubs, Phillies, and Dodgers series go. I won't waste time and neither should you. Get some -105, +114 and +115 in my pocket across the three books I play. Pick: Boston Red Sox to miss the playoffs (2 units) If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports! San Diego Padres: (-115) to make the playoffs | (+105) to miss the playoffs San Diego is currently a slight favorite to YES -- that they will make the playoffs market. The Padres are 0.5 game ahead of the Giants for the final wild card spot and within 4.0 games of the Mets and Brewers, who are in the other two spots. Looking at the second half of the year per Tankathon, San Diego has the 4th-easiest strength of schedule remaining The Padres open the second-half with three games at the Nationals, three more at the Marlins, then to St. Louis for three more road games as part of a nine-game East Coast road trip. However, we have to admit, those are decent matchups to have a winning record across for a 9-game road trip — in other words, it could be much worse. After that nine-game road trip, the next 27 games will be on the West Coast for San Diego, whether they are in California, Arizona or Washington (the state). San Diego will be in a prime position to make a run at the playoffs, but I still haven't gotten to the best part. The final month of the season is a great opportunity for the Padres to gain ground too -- in the final 28 games -- 13 of those are against the Orioles, White Sox, and Rockies! Baltimore could be tanking and we know how atrocious Chicago and Colorado have been the past season and a half. It doesn't get better than that. Lay 2 units on the Padres to make the playoffs at -115 or -118 odds — out to -140. I think they nab one of those three Wild Card spots. Pick: Padres to make the playoffs (2 units) Cleveland Guardians: O/U 79.5 Wins The Cleveland Guardians are 46-49 with 67 games remaining, and of those 67 games, they have the easiest strength of schedule in all of baseball with an opponent winning percentage below 48%. If you look at the Guardians' schedule, you'll wish it were your favorite team's schedule. To start the second half of the year, Cleveland hosts the Athletics and Orioles (4-game series) for seven total games, then to Kansas City for a three-game set to return and host the Rockies and Twins for six more home games. After that, a quick three games in New York with the Mets before facing the White Sox in Chicago for three, and back to hosting the Marlins for a three-game set. I just gave you the first 24 games of the 67 and the teams were the Athletics, Orioles, Royals, Rockies, Twins, Mets, White Sox, and Marlins -- beautiful! It could be a sweaty finish, though, I must admit. The Guardians will host the Royals and White Sox for seven games in mid-September, then a rough patch. Cleveland will play three road games in Detroit, four more in Minnesota, then back at home for six games total hosting Detroit and Texas, so four potential playoff teams over 12 games to finish the season. That's not nearly as appealing, but doable if they run through the cupcake schedule in July and August. To reach 80 wins, Cleveland will have to finish the second half with a 34-33 record or better. If the Guardians win three of the first four series out of the break for an 8-5 record or better -- we should be feeling good about this play. Cleveland is also working Shane Bieber back into the mix after having Tommy John surgery in 2024. He makes a rehab start this week, while hitters Lane Thomas and Gabriel Arias are expected back shortly, plus relievers Paul Sewald and Trevor Stephan from the IL -- All good news for Cleveland. I like the Guardians to go over 79.5 wins at -110 odds. Pick: Cleveland Guardians Over 79.5 Wins (2 units) Vaughn Dalzell's MLB Futures Card 2 units: Boston Red Sox to miss the playoffs (+115) 2 units: San Diego Padres to make the playoffs (-115) 2 units: Cleveland Guardians Over 79.5 Wins (-110) 2 units: Aaron Judge to lead MLB in home runs (+130) 2 units: Cam Smith to win AL Rookie of the Year (+150) 2 units: Jacob Misiorowski to win NL Rookie of the Year (-110) 1 unit: Shohei Ohtani to win NL MVP (-110) 1 unit: Bobby Witt to win AL MVP (+450) 1 unit: Elly De La Cruz to win NL MVP (+2000) 1 unit: Garrett Crochet to win AL CY Young (+450) 1 unit: Paul Skenes to win NL CY Young (+115) 1 unit: Paul Skenes to win NL CY Young (+300) 1 unit: Jacob Misiorowski to win NL Rookie of the Year (+100) 1 unit: Byron Buxton to win AL Comeback Player of the Year (+430) 1 unit: New York Yankees to win AL East (-115) 0.5 unit: Dodgers to win 117-plus games (+650) 0.5 unit: Paul Skenes to lead MLB in wins (+1400) 0.5 unit: Garrett Crochet to lead MLB in wins (+2200) 0.5 unit: Juan Soto to lead the MLB in homers (+2800) 0.5 unit: Yordan Alvarez to lead the MLB in homers (+2000) 0.5 unit: Roman Anthony to win AL Rookie of the Year (+1200) 0.5 unit: Jacob Misiorowski to win NL Rookie of the Year (+1100) 0.25 unit: Aaron Judge to bat .400 by the All-Star break (+800) 0.25 unit: Aaron Judge to bat .400 for the season (+5500) 0.25 unit: Oneil Cruz to lead MLB in stolen bases (+15000) Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) Trysta Krick (@Trysta_Krick)
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Micropackaging and nanotechnology applications drive Innovation
Tiny technologies are quietly reshaping the packaging world. Micropackaging and nanotechnology applications are opening new frontiers in how products are protected, preserved, and delivered across industries. By manipulating materials at micro and nano scales, packaging designers and manufacturers are developing solutions that not only extend shelf life but also reduce environmental impact, improve safety, and support smarter supply chains. As consumer expectations for quality and sustainability continue to rise, these advances in micro and nano packaging are driving innovation that keeps brands competitive in a changing market. One of the most promising uses of micropackaging and nanotechnology is the ability to significantly improve barrier properties in packaging materials. Nano-sized additives such as nanoclays, nanocellulose, or silica nanoparticles can be incorporated into films or coatings to dramatically reduce the permeability of oxygen, moisture, and other gases. By lowering transmission rates, these advanced materials extend the shelf life of perishable goods like fresh produce, dairy, and ready meals—helping reduce food waste across the supply chain. A study published in Trends in Food Science & Technology highlighted that nanocomposite films can lower oxygen permeability by up to 90% compared with conventional plastic packaging. For retailers, this translates to longer-lasting products on the shelves, fewer returns, and improved customer satisfaction. Meanwhile, for consumers, it means fresher food for longer, supporting the global push towards more sustainable consumption. Micropackaging and nanotechnology applications also play a crucial role in improving safety and integrity across packaged goods. Antimicrobial nanomaterials, such as silver nanoparticles or zinc oxide, can be embedded in packaging layers to inhibit bacterial or fungal growth. This innovation is particularly relevant in food and pharmaceutical packaging, where controlling microbial contamination is essential to preventing spoilage and ensuring consumer health. Another important safety aspect involves tamper-evident features made possible through nano-scale markers or micropatterns. These invisible or microscopic codes can be printed or etched onto packaging surfaces, creating a unique fingerprint that is difficult to replicate. By scanning these nano-markers with specialised readers or smartphone apps, manufacturers and retailers can verify product authenticity and detect counterfeits, protecting both brands and consumers from fraud. Such technologies are increasingly adopted in sensitive sectors like pharmaceuticals, luxury goods, and electronics. They allow for secure tracking along supply chains and provide end-users with confidence that the product they are purchasing is genuine and unaltered. Micropackaging and nanotechnology are at the forefront of intelligent packaging developments that add new layers of functionality beyond traditional containment. For instance, nanosensors integrated into packaging films can monitor changes in temperature, humidity, or gas composition inside a pack. This data can trigger colour-changing indicators that show consumers or logistics providers if a product has been exposed to conditions that could compromise quality—such as a break in the cold chain for chilled foods. These smart indicators reduce waste by preventing the unnecessary disposal of perfectly safe products, while also avoiding the consumption of spoiled items. Such applications align with growing efforts to promote circular economy principles and cut down on food and packaging waste. On the sustainability front, nanotechnology enables the design of lighter and stronger packaging materials. By strengthening films at the molecular level, companies can use thinner layers without compromising durability or barrier performance, reducing raw material consumption. Moreover, biopolymer-based nanocomposites, such as polylactic acid (PLA) reinforced with nanocellulose, offer compostable and biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastics—addressing mounting concerns over plastic pollution. The combined benefits of micropackaging and nanotechnology applications—longer shelf life, enhanced safety, smart monitoring, and reduced environmental footprint—are transforming packaging from a passive container into an active, intelligent tool that supports efficiency and sustainability. As research advances and commercial-scale production becomes more cost-effective, micro and nano solutions are expected to become standard in packaging for food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and beyond. Industry experts predict growing investment in nanotechnology for packaging, spurred by consumer demand for fresh, safe, and environmentally friendly products. Companies across the value chain are collaborating with research institutions to develop novel materials that meet regulatory standards and offer reliable performance in real-world conditions. Micropackaging and nanotechnology applications are no longer the stuff of science fiction; they are tangible innovations reshaping how products reach consumers. By leveraging the potential of these cutting-edge technologies, the packaging industry can unlock unprecedented opportunities to improve performance, ensure safety, and minimise waste—delivering long-lasting benefits for businesses, consumers, and the planet alike. "Micropackaging and nanotechnology applications drive Innovation" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. 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NBC Sports
11-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Guardians at White Sox Game 2 Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, trends and stats for July 11
Its Friday, July 11 and after an afternoon tilt, the Guardians (43-48) and the White Sox (31-62) will take the field for Game 2 of this series. Gavin Williams is slated to take the mound for Cleveland against Jonathan Cannon for Chicago. As mentioned, rain forced the postponement of the series opener last night. After losing 10 in a row, the Guardians have won three straight having swept the Astros earlier this week. Chicago's homestand continues after losing two of three against Toronto. Lets dive into the evening's matchup and find a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Follow Rotoworld Player News for the latest fantasy and betting player news and analysis all season long. Game details & how to watch Guardians at White Sox Date: Friday, July 11, 2025 Time: 8:10PM EST Site: Rate Field City: Chicago, IL Network/Streaming: CLEG, CHSN Never miss a second of the action and stay up-to-date with all the latest team stats and player news. Check out our day-by-day MLB schedule page, along with detailed matchup pages that update live in-game with every out. Odds for the Guardians at the White Sox The latest odds as of Friday: Moneyline: Guardians (-147), White Sox (+123) Spread: Guardians -1.5 Total: 8.0 runs Probable starting pitchers for Guardians at White Sox Pitching matchup for July 11, 2025: Gavin Williams vs. Jonathan Cannon Guardians: Gavin Williams (5-4, 3.61 ERA) Last outing: 7/6 vs. Detroit - 6IP, 0ER, 1H, 3BB, 8KsWhite Sox: Jonathan Cannon (3-7, 4.50 ERA) Last outing: 7/5 at Colorado - 5.1IP, 2ER, 8H, 2BB, 1K Guardians: Gavin Williams (5-4, 3.61 ERA) Last outing: 7/6 vs. Detroit - 6IP, 0ER, 1H, 3BB, 8Ks White Sox: Jonathan Cannon (3-7, 4.50 ERA) Last outing: 7/5 at Colorado - 5.1IP, 2ER, 8H, 2BB, 1K Rotoworld still has you covered with all the latest MLB player news for all 30 teams. Check out the feed page right here on NBC Sports for headlines, injuries and transactions where you can filter by league, team, positions and news type! Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Guardians at White Sox Steven Kwan was 2-14 in the 3-game sweep of the Astros Jose Ramirez picked up at least 1 hit in each game against Houston (5-12) Miguel Vargas was 2-10 in Chicago's series against Toronto Lenyn Sosa was 2-10 in the series against Toronto If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports! Expert picks & predictions for Game 2 between the Guardians and the White Sox Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Guardians and the White Sox: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Cleveland Guardians on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Chicago White Sox at +1.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0. Want even more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert MLB Predictions page from NBC Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
10-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Mets at Orioles Game 2 Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, trends and stats for July 10
Its Thursday, July 10 and the Mets (53-40) take on the Orioles (41-50) Thursday evening in Game 2 of their doubleheader in Baltimore. The series is now tied at one game apiece following Baltimore's late rally for a 3-1 win. Gunner Henderson came off the bench and stroked a two-run pinch hit home run in the bottom of the eighth to propel the O's to the win. David Peterson (7IP, 1ER) and Charlie Morton (6IP, 1ER) engaged in a pitchers' duel until Henderson's heroics. New York has not yet announced their starter for Game 2 while Baltimore will send Tomoyuki Sugano to the bump. Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Follow Rotoworld Player News for the latest fantasy and betting player news and analysis all season long. Game details & how to watch Mets at Orioles Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025 Time: 5:05PM EST Site: Oriole Park at Camden Yards City: Baltimore, MD Network/Streaming: SNY, MASN2 Never miss a second of the action and stay up-to-date with all the latest team stats and player news. Check out our day-by-day MLB schedule page, along with detailed matchup pages that update live in-game with every out. Odds for the Mets at the Orioles The latest odds as of Thursday: Moneyline: Mets (-116), Orioles (-104) Spread: Mets -1.5 Total: 10.0 runs Probable starting pitchers for Mets at Orioles Pitching matchup for July 10, 2025: TBA vs. Tomoyuki Sugano Mets: TBAOrioles: Tomoyuki Sugano, (6-5, 4.44 ERA) Last outing: 7/2 at Texas 4.2IP, 6ER, 10H, 1BB, 5Ks Mets: TBA Orioles: Tomoyuki Sugano, (6-5, 4.44 ERA) Last outing: 7/2 at Texas 4.2IP, 6ER, 10H, 1BB, 5Ks Rotoworld still has you covered with all the latest MLB player news for all 30 teams. Check out the feed page right here on NBC Sports for headlines, injuries and transactions where you can filter by league, team, positions and news type! Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Mets at Orioles The Mets are 4-2 in their last 6 games 6 of the Mets' last 8 road games have gone over the Total New York managed just 5 hits in Game 1 and Mark Vientos collected 2 of them Baltimore totalled just 6 hits in Game 1 and the only extra base hit was Gunner Henderson's blast If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports! Expert picks & predictions for tonight's game between the Mets and the Orioles Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Thursday's game between the Mets and the Orioles: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the New York Mets on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Baltimore Orioles at +1.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Game Total of 10.0. Want even more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert MLB Predictions page from NBC Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
03-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Brewers at Mets prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for July 3
Its Thursday, July 3 and the Brewers (48-38) are in Queens to take on the Mets (49-38) in the finale of this three-game series. Jose Quintana is slated to take the mound for Milwaukee against David Peterson for New York. These teams split a doubleheader Wednesday with the Brewers taking Game 1, 7-2, and the Mets winning the nightcap, 7-3. Freddy Peralta and a couple of relievers held the Mets to two hits in the opener. Blade Tidwell surrendered all three runs but earned the win for New York. It was Tidwell's first career win. Lets dive into the series finale and find a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Follow Rotoworld Player News for the latest fantasy and betting player news and analysis all season long. Game details & how to watch Brewers at Mets Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Time: 7:10PM EST Site: Citi Field City: Queens, NY Network/Streaming: FDSNWI, SNY Never miss a second of the action and stay up-to-date with all the latest team stats and player news. Check out our day-by-day MLB schedule page, along with detailed matchup pages that update live in-game with every out. Odds for the Brewers at the Mets The latest odds as of Thursday: Moneyline: Brewers (+130), Mets (-155) Spread: Mets -1.5 Total: 8.0 runs Probable starting pitchers for Brewers at Mets Pitching matchup for July 3, 2025: Jose Quintana vs. David Peterson Brewers: Jose Quintana (6-2, 3.30 ERA) Last outing: 6/27 vs. Colorado - 5.2IP, 4ER, 7H, 2BB, 5KsMets: David Peterson (5-4, 3.30 ERA) Last outing: 6/27 at Pittsburgh - 4.2IP, 5ER, 7H, 3BB, 5Ks Brewers: Jose Quintana (6-2, 3.30 ERA) Last outing: 6/27 vs. Colorado - 5.2IP, 4ER, 7H, 2BB, 5Ks Mets: David Peterson (5-4, 3.30 ERA) Last outing: 6/27 at Pittsburgh - 4.2IP, 5ER, 7H, 3BB, 5Ks Rotoworld still has you covered with all the latest MLB player news for all 30 teams. Check out the feed page right here on NBC Sports for headlines, injuries and transactions where you can filter by league, team, positions and news type! Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Brewers at Mets The Brewers have won 5 of their last 6 road games The Mets' last 5 games have gone over the Total Francisco Lindor is 5-33 over his last 8 games If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports! Expert picks & predictions for today's game between the Brewers and the Mets Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Thursday's game between the Brewers and the Mets: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Milwaukee Brewers at +1.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0. Want even more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert MLB Predictions page from NBC Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
