The MLB season is heating up, and BetMGM is rolling out two welcome offers aimed at new bettors. The headline promo, activated with code NOLA1500, provides a first-bet safety net up to $1,500. That means if your initial wager on any sport—including baseball—loses, you get that amount back as bonus bets. For sports fans in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, a different code applies: NOLA150. That deal gives you a $150 bonus simply by placing a $10 bet and winning it. Both offers were last verified on August 10, 2026, and are available to first-time users who register and deposit at least $10.

Before diving into the action, it helps to scan the upcoming matchups. The Los Angeles Dodgers, boasting a 70-48 record, host the Kansas City Royals (49-70). The Dodgers are heavy -278 moneyline favorites, powered by Shohei Ohtani’s .292 average, .937 OPS, and 71 RBIs, alongside Freddie Freeman’s .303 average and .851 OPS. The Royals counter with Bobby Witt Jr., who carries a .284 average, .805 OPS, and 42 RBIs. The over/under sits at 7.5 runs, with the Dodgers favored by 1.5 runs on the runline.

Another intriguing contest features the Milwaukee Brewers (74-44) traveling to face the San Diego Padres (62-57). The Brewers are slight -120 road favorites, leaning on Brice Turang’s 74 RBIs and .272 average. The Padres look to Manny Machado, who has driven in 70 runs this season. The total is set at seven runs, suggesting a tense, low-scoring affair that could make the runline a smart play. The third highlighted game is the Tampa Bay Rays (71-46) against the Athletics (47-71). The Rays are -161 moneyline favorites, with the total at 10 runs.

Claiming the bonus is a simple process. First, sign up for a new BetMGM account, providing standard personal details like name, date of birth, email, and address. During registration, enter the appropriate promo code—NOLA150 for eligible states, or NOLA1500 for everyone else. Then make a deposit of at least $10 using one of BetMGM’s secure methods. Finally, place your first bet on any MLB game or other sport. If you use the NOLA1500 code and your initial bet loses, the site credits your account with bonus bets up to $1,500. If you use the NOLA150 code and your $10 bet wins, you receive a $150 bonus.

BetMGM also provides full odds for each game. For the Royals at Dodgers, the moneyline is Dodgers -278, Royals +220; the total is 7.5 (Over -105, Under -115); the runline is Dodgers -1.5 (-125), Royals +1.5 (+105). For Brewers at Padres, the moneyline is Padres +100, Brewers -120; total 7 (Over -118, Under -102); runline Padres +1.5 (-179), Brewers -1.5 (+145). For Rays at Athletics, moneyline Athletics +135, Rays -161; total 10 (Over -105, Under -115); runline Athletics +1.5 (-120), Rays -1.5 (+100).

These promotions are designed to give newcomers a cushion while exploring the betting markets. Whether you’re backing the Dodgers’ star power or looking for value in a tight Brewers-Padres matchup, the offers reduce the risk of your first play. Remember to gamble responsibly. If you have a gambling problem, call 1-877-770-STOP or visit the relevant website. Baseball fans with a keen eye on the schedule can now step up to the plate with extra confidence.