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lets say i come up with a line of
away-155/home+155 for a matchup. what is a good amount to use for home feild advantage, and how would it calculate out in the above example. would my line then turn into -150/+160, in order to compare to betting lines at a book.
 

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Teams have differing levels of home field advantage.

The best way to see is to look at past 2-3 years and compare their home win pct. to overall win pct., something I myself have been meaning to do this spring and haven't done yet.

I'll post in here when I get it done, likely next week sometime....Or you can do it if you've got time.

Traditionally, coastal teams likely have a bit of home field edge versus teams from other coasts, due to travel time and possible jet lag in first couple days.

Additionally, historic parks/teams like the NYY, Boston, Baltimore can be modest help versus younger teams.

Places like Miami, Texas, Houston or Zona with the dome open can be an edge in July-August heat.

We give about 25cents right off the top in most cases (two even teams at -130/+120) then make other adjustments based on ideas above.
 

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