Today's MLB odds, best bets: Dodgers' run line, pair of unders among Friday's top picks

Friday's MLB schedule is loaded with 15 games. The most important series is between the Red Sox and Yankees. In Busch Stadium, the Phillies will play the Cardinals in a three-game set.

Shane McClanahan and Luis Castillo are going to start for the Rays and Reds respectively. Both starters are capable of limiting their opponents' offensive output over six-plus innings. Neither team's offense is consistent this season. Under 7.5 runs is a worthwhile betting opportunity.

Rockies and Diamondbacks play each other on Friday night at Chase Field. Zac Gallen (4-2, 3.40 ERA) is starting for Arizona and Chad Kuhl (5-5,3.83 ERA), who just started against each others in their last game at Coors Field on July 3, and they both gave up 8 runs. Colorado's offense is better at home than at the road.

Cubs are playing good baseball lately and have beaten playoff-caliber teams. They are 10 games behind the lead in the NL Central. The Cubs have won their last four series. Los Angeles is the current leader in baseball's NL West. Keegan Thompson is struggling to keep the Dodgers' star-studded lineup in check. Tyler Anderson will give L.A. a multi-run victory.