What is “Winner (incl. extra innings)”?
In baseball sports betting, a Winner (incl. extra innings) bet is a wager on which team will win the game, including any extra innings if the game goes beyond the standard 9 innings.
- This is also called “Moneyline (full game)” in many sportsbooks.
- The key difference: It doesn’t matter if the game goes to extra innings; your bet counts until the game has an official winner.
- If the game ends in regulation (9 innings), the winner is obvious. If it goes to extra innings, the bet is still active until one team wins.
Example Team Scenario
Let’s use New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox as an example.
- Yankees Moneyline: +120
- Red Sox Moneyline: -140
How this works:
- If you bet on Yankees +120:
- If Yankees win (including extra innings), you win $120 for every $100 staked.
- If you bet on Red Sox -140:
- Red Sox are favorites, so you must stake $140 to win $100.
- If Red Sox win (including extra innings), you get your profit.
Example Scenario:
- Game tied 4-4 after 9 innings.
- In the 12th inning, Yankees score 1 run and Red Sox score 0.
- Yankees win in extra innings.
- Yankees bettors win, even though the victory happened after regulation.
Key Points to Know
- Extra innings matter:
- Unlike some bets (like “Regulation Winner”), your money is on the final outcome after extra innings.
- Pitcher changes:
- Late-game bullpen changes can affect outcomes.
- Favorites can sometimes lose in extra innings due to fatigue or weaker relief pitchers.
- No push rule:
- Since baseball always has a winner (eventually), this bet cannot end in a tie.
Betting Tips
- Check Bullpen Strength
- Teams with strong relief pitchers are more likely to hold leads in extra innings.
- Look at Team Form in Close Games
- Some teams excel in clutch situations or extra innings; some struggle.
- Avoid Favorites Blindly
- A -200 favorite isn’t always safe if they have bullpen issues or injuries.
- Weather and Ballpark Effects
- Windy stadiums or hitter-friendly parks can increase scoring, making extra-inning surprises more likely.
- Consider In-Play Betting
- Watching live, if the game is tied late, you can bet on which team looks stronger going into extra innings.
Quick Summary Table
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bet Type | Winner (incl. extra innings) |
| What it covers | Entire game, including extra innings |
| Example | Yankees +120, Red Sox -140 |
| Key Tip | Focus on bullpen, late-game stats, and clutch performance |
If you want, I can make a mini-strategy guide showing which MLB teams are historically strong in extra innings and how to use that in betting. It’s like a cheat sheet for smarter bets.