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MLB Betting News, Picks, and Analysis

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park.
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⚾ Will Tarik Skubal Be Traded? MLB Trade Rumors, Next Team Odds at Prediction Markets

Written by C Jackson Cowart

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani - who's featured in my NL Cy Young predictions - delivers.
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⚾ NL Cy Young Prediction & Best Bet: Will Ohtani Win This Historic Race?

Written by Dustin Saracini

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani acknowledges the dugout after hitting a two-run home run, and he's key to the World Series odds
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⚾ World Series Odds & Favorites 2026: Dodgers Still on Top Over Yankees, Braves

Written by Sean Tomlinson

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt (26) rounds the bases as we break down the MLB Rookie of the Year odds.
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⚾ MLB Rookie of the Year Odds & Favorites 2026: McGonigle Leads AL, Wetherholt Paces NL

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on as we break down the MLB MVP odds.
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⚾ MLB MVP Odds & Favorites 2026: Shohei Ohtani, Yordan Alvarez Lead the Way

Yordan Alvarez and Shohei Ohtani are the favorites in the 2026 MLB MVP odds for the AL and NL, respectively.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) delivers a pitch as we break down our MLB Cy Young odds.
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⚾ Cy Young Odds & Favorites 2026: Schlittler, Sanchez Favored

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash - who's featured in our MLB Manager of the Year odds - watches from the dugout.
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⚾ MLB Manager of the Year Odds and Predictions 2026: Cash, Weiss Leading the Pack

Let's dig into the Manager of the Year odds for the 2026 season, with Kevin Cash and Walt Weiss leading the charge.

Written by Dustin Saracini

MLB Best Bets

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe (5), seen here circling the bases during a game, is featured in our home run predictions tonight.
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⚾ Best Home Run Predictions Tonight: MLB Odds & HR Picks for June 16, 2026

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen (57) pitches as we break down the Rays vs. Dodgers win probability.
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⚾ Rays vs. Dodgers Win Probability: Who Will Win Tonight’s MLB Game? (June 16)

We break down each team's win probability tonight along with the latest home run probabilities and chances of either team scoring a run in the first inning.

Written by Corey Scott

New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole - who's featured in my best NRFI bets today - delivers a pitch.
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⚾ Best NRFI Bets Today: Top No Run First Inning Picks & Predictions (June 16)

My best NRFI bets today break down the top no run first inning picks across Tuesday's MLB slate with pitcher matchup analysis for each game.

Written by Dustin Saracini

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⚾ Padres vs. Cardinals Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Tuesday, June 16

My Padres vs. Cardinals prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox, and he's key as we look at our best NRFI bets today.
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⚾ Best NRFI Bets Today: MLB No Run First Inning Picks for Monday, June 15

My best NRFI bets today break down the top no run first inning picks across Monday's MLB slate with pitcher matchup analysis for each game.

Written by Mike Spector

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout reacts, and he's featured in my home run predictions today.
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⚾ Best Home Run Predictions Today: MLB Odds & HR Picks for Monday, June 15

My best home run predictions today break down the best HR bets for today's MLB slate.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Washington Nationals designated hitter James Wood celebrates with teammates after scoring a run, and he's featured in my Royals vs. Nationals prediction.
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⚾ Royals vs. Nationals Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Monday, June 15

My Royals vs. Nationals prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Mike Spector

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero celebrates with first baseman Jonathan Aranda, and he's featured in the Rays vs. Dodgers win probability.
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⚾ Rays vs. Dodgers Win Probability: Who Will Win Today’s MLB Game? (July 15)

We break down each team's win probability today along with the latest home run probabilities and chances of either team scoring a run in the first inning.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Connelly Early (71) pitches as we break down the Rangers vs. Red Sox win probability.
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⚾ Rangers vs. Red Sox Win Probability: Who Will Win Tonight’s MLB Game? (June 14)

We break down each team's win probability tonight, along with the chances of either team scoring a run in the first inning.

Written by Corey Scott

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman celebrates as we make our best Cubs vs. Giants prediction
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⚾ Cubs vs. Giants Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Sunday, June 14

My Cubs vs. Giants prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Mike Spector

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso hits as we make our best home run predictions today.
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⚾ Best Home Run Predictions Today: MLB Odds & HR Picks for Sunday, June 14

My best home run predictions today break down the best HR bets for today's MLB slate.

Written by Mike Spector

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers (9), seen here rounding the bases during a game, is featured in our Phillies vs. Brewers prediction.
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⚾ Phillies vs. Brewers Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Saturday, June 13

My Phillies vs. Brewers prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Matt MacKay

Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) hits a single as we breka down our Astros Vs. Royals prediction.
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⚾ Astros vs. Royals Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Saturday, June 13

My Astros vs. Royals prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Matt MacKay

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado (28), seen here during a game, is featured in our Diamondbacks vs. Reds prediction.
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⚾ Diamondbacks vs. Reds Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Saturday, June 13

My Diamondbacks vs. Reds prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Mike Spector

Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (23), seen here looking on during a game, is featured in our home run predictions today.
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⚾ Best Home Run Predictions Today: MLB Odds & HR Picks for Saturday, June 13

My best home run predictions today break down the best HR bets for Saturday's MLB slate.

Written by Mike Spector

Detroit Tigers right fielder Kerry Carpenter celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a home run, and he's featured in my best home run predictions today.
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⚾ Best Home Run Predictions Today: MLB Odds & HR Picks for Friday, June 12

My best home run predictions today break down the best HR bets for today's MLB slate.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson (28) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a home run as we break down our Braves vs. Mets win probability.
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⚾ Braves vs. Mets Win Probability: Who Will Win Today’s MLB Game? (June 12)

We break down each team's win probability today along with the latest home run probabilities and chances of either team scoring a run in the first inning.

Written by LJ Blut

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz (2) celebrates with teammates after scoring a run as we break down our Marlins vs. Pirates prediction & picks.
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⚾ Marlins vs. Pirates Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Friday, June 12

My Marlins vs. Pirates prediction breaks down the best bets, player props, home run pick, and same-game parlay I’m betting today.

Written by Matt MacKay

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski throws a pitch, and he's featured as we look at our best NRFI bets today.
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⚾ Best NRFI Bets Today: MLB No Run First Inning Picks for Friday, June 12

My best NRFI bets today break down the top no run first inning picks across Friday's MLB slate with pitcher matchup analysis for each game.

Written by Mike Spector

Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez receives congratulations from teammates after scoring, and he's featured in my Mariners vs. Orioles win probability
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⚾ Mariners vs. Orioles Win Probability: Who Will Win Today’s MLB Game? (June 11)

We break down each team's win probability today along with the latest home run probabilities and chances of either team scoring a run in the first inning.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

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St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt (26) rounds the bases as we break down the MLB Rookie of the Year odds.
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⚾ MLB Rookie of the Year Odds & Favorites 2026: McGonigle Leads AL, Wetherholt Paces NL

Written by Sean Tomlinson

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) delivers a pitch as we break down our MLB Cy Young odds.
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⚾ Cy Young Odds & Favorites 2026: Schlittler, Sanchez Favored

Cam Schlittler and Cristopher Sanchez lead the way in the American League and National League Cy Young odds, respectively.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on as we break down the MLB MVP odds.
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⚾ MLB MVP Odds & Favorites 2026: Shohei Ohtani, Yordan Alvarez Lead the Way

Yordan Alvarez and Shohei Ohtani are the favorites in the 2026 MLB MVP odds for the AL and NL, respectively.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani acknowledges the dugout after hitting a two-run home run, and he's key to the World Series odds
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⚾ World Series Odds & Favorites 2026: Dodgers Still on Top Over Yankees, Braves

The Dodgers lead the World Series odds at +200, with the Yankees (+525) and Braves (+900) well behind them.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park.
MLB Picks

⚾ Will Tarik Skubal Be Traded? MLB Trade Rumors, Next Team Odds at Prediction Markets

I break down the latest Tarik Skubal next team odds from prediction markets as MLB trade rumors heat up around the Detroit Tigers ace.

Written by C Jackson Cowart

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani - who's featured in my NL Cy Young predictions - delivers.
MLB Picks

⚾ NL Cy Young Prediction & Best Bet: Will Ohtani Win This Historic Race?

A historic race between Paul Skenes (+240), Cristopher Sanchez (+250), Jacob Misiorowski (+550), Chris Sale (+550), and Shohei Ohtani (+550) begs the question - who's our best bet?

Written by Dustin Saracini

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash - who's featured in our MLB Manager of the Year odds - watches from the dugout.
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⚾ MLB Manager of the Year Odds and Predictions 2026: Cash, Weiss Leading the Pack

Let's dig into the Manager of the Year odds for the 2026 season, with Kevin Cash and Walt Weiss leading the charge.

Written by Dustin Saracini

Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet should be one of the favorites to win AL Cy Young Award, but we're seeing an opportunity to buy based on the latest MLB Cy Young win probability pricing.
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⚾ Who Will Win MLB's AL Cy Young Award? Why You Should Buy Garrett Crochet Right Now

I've uncovered what I believe to be a very favorable price at Kalshi for Garrett Crochet to win the American League Cy Young Award, and I think it represents a great buy opportunity.

Written by Andrew Brennan

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin has gotten the call to the majors, and he headlines our look at the MLB Rookie of the Year win probability after one week of the season.
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⚾ Who Will Win MLB Rookie of the Year? Win Probability for Griffin, McGonigle After Week 1

The MLB season is a week old, and baseball's top prospect has just been called up the majors. We've seen a massive shift in the Rookie of the Year market and look at the win probability of some of the contenders.

Written by Andrew Brennan

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto is among the favorites in the AL by the latest MLB Rookie of the Year odds.
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⚾ MLB Rookie of the Year Odds 2026: Our Best Bets Before Opening Day

Opening Day is just one sleep away, and we're taking a final preseason dive into the MLB Rookie of the Year odds to find the best bets before the campaign begins.

Written by Andrew Brennan

United States right fielder Aaron Judge (99) reacts after striking out against Venezuela in the first inning during the 2026 World Baseball Classic Championship game at loanDepot Park.
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⚾ AL MVP Odds: Who's Dethroning Judge After WBC Disaster?

Captain America looks human for the first time following a 2026 World Baseball Classic where Team USA fell to Venezuela in the final.

Written by Dustin Saracini

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin after hitting a home run, and he's a big reason I believe his team could be a sneaky bet in my Pirates predictions and NL Central picks.
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⚾ Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Futures Bets 2026: Could Skenes, Griffin & Co. Shock the NL Central?

I'm officially hopping aboard the Pirates bandwagon, and I tell you why they could be a sneaky bet to win the NL Central.

Written by Andrew Brennan

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso gets high-fives in the dugout, and he's key to the Orioles futures bets 2026.
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⚾ Orioles Futures Bets 2026: How Pete Alonso Impacts Orioles’ Playoff Odds

The Orioles made one of the most significant moves of the offseason when they signed Pete Alonso.

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34), pitcher Dylan Cease (84), pitcher Cody Ponce (37) workout for spring training practice at Blue Jays Player Development Complex.
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⚾ Blue Jays 2026 Odds: Life After Bichette and the Arrival of Cease

After a heartbreaking Game 7 loss in the 2025 World Series, the franchise has undergone a transformation with the loss of franchise stalwart Bo Bichette.

Written by Dustin Saracini

Reigning AL MVP Aaron Judge is a big reason why his New York Yankees headline our American League East picks and predictions.
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⚾ American League East Baseball Betting Preview: Are Yankees Best Bet as Favorites?

I examine the wildly competitive AL East and determine which team profiles as the best bet to win the division.

Written by Andrew Brennan

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker during a spring training game at Peoria Sports Complex.
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⚾ Dodgers World Series Odds: Can Los Angeles Three-Peat with Kyle Tucker?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering the 2026 MLB season with one thing in mind: the first three-peat in nearly three decades.

Written by Dustin Saracini

Megastar Shohei Ohtani and his Los Angeles Dodgers headline our MLB win totals picks, as they have a truly lofty number to clear
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⚾ MLB Win Totals Picks, Predictions 2026: Overs & Unders to Bet in Spring Training

I'm delivering my best MLB projected win totals picks, with three Over bets and three Unders.

Written by Andrew Brennan

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora looks on during a spring training game against the Toronto Blue, and we look at whether his team did enough to lead our AL East picks this year.
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⚾ Boston Red Sox MLB Futures Bets 2026: Are Offseason Moves Enough to Win AL East?

The Red Sox made a number of intriguing additions this offseason, but were they enough for them to win the AL East?

Written by Andrew Brennan

New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette returns to the dugout, and he's key as we look at the Mets odds for 2026.
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⚾ Mets Futures Bets 2026: Can Bichette’s Bat Make Up for Hot Corner Experiment?

Bo Bichette is among MLB's best hitters, but will the Mets' experiment at third base go wrong?

Written by Sean Tomlinson

Pitcher Framber Valdez joined the Detroit Tigers this offseason, and his new team headlines our AL Central picks and predictions.
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⚾ Detroit Tigers MLB Futures Bets 2026: Are Skubal, Valdez Enough to Win AL Central?

I'm breaking down the AL Central and deciding if the Detroit Tigers have what it takes to win the division, or if bettors should look elsewhere when backing this team.

Written by Andrew Brennan

MLB Injury Updates

Spencer Schwellenbach Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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⚾️ Spencer Schwellenbach Injury Update: When Will He Be Back and Return to Braves?

Written by Matt Burke

Jacob Wilson Injury Update: When Will Shortstop Be Back and Return to Athletics?
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Jacob Wilson Injury Update: When Will Shortstop Return to Athletics?

The A's young star has been out of action since July 25. How long will he be out for?

Written by Matt Burke

Ronald Acuna Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Ronald Acuna Injury Update: When Will OF Return to Braves?

The Braves outfielder has been out since July 29 with a calf injury. How long will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Austin Riley Injury Update: When Will 3B Be Back and Return to Braves?
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Austin Riley Injury Update: When Will 3B Return to Braves?

The Braves third baseman has been out since July 11 with an abdominal injury. How long will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Zach Eflin Injury Update: When Will SP Be Back and Return to Orioles?
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Zach Eflin Injury Update: When Will SP Return to Orioles?

The veteran hurler has not thrown in a game since June 28. How long will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Tyler Mahle Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Tyler Mahle Injury Update: When Will Rangers Pitcher Return?

The Rangers hurler hasn't pitched since June 10 while recovering from a rotator cuff strain. How long will the SP be out for?

Written by Matt Burke

Adley Rutschman Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Adley Rutschman Injury Update: When Will Catcher Return to Orioles?

The Orioles catcher has been out since June 19 with an oblique strain. How long will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Chris Sale Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Chris Sale Injury Update: When Will Braves Pitcher Return?

The pitcher has been out of the Braves rotation since June 18 after suffering a rib injury. How long will he be out for?

Written by Matt Burke

Tylor Megill Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Tylor Megill Injury Update: When Will SP Return to Mets?

The Mets pitcher has been out since June 14 with an elbow injury. How long will he be out for?

Written by Matt Burke

Cole Ragans Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Cole Ragans Injury Update: When Will Royals SP Return?

The lefty last pitched for the Royals on June 5. How much longer will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Anthony Santander Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Anthony Santander Injury Update: When Will OF Return to Blue Jays?

The Blue Jays slugger has been out of the lineup since late May due to shoulder inflammation. How much longer will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

Bryce Miller Injury Update When Will Be Back Return
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Bryce Miller Injury Update: When Will SP Return to Mariners?

Miller has not pitched since June 6. How long will he be out?

Written by Matt Burke

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