# The Odds API MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> The Odds API provides real-time sports betting intelligence for your AI agent. It pulls data from dozens of bookmakers across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and international soccer leagues. Use it to track live game movements, compare betting prices across different regions, and audit historical results. It turns your agent into a dedicated sports data analyst that handles the heavy lifting of market research without you having to switch between dozens of tabs.

## Overview
- **Category:** data-analytics
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_c6IBR0CVo0fNnVBTKLDKfiMJKtCAiqKJkozfynXP/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** sports-betting, real-time-data, market-intelligence, odds-comparison, sports-analytics, api-data

## Description

The Odds API provides real-time sports betting intelligence for your AI agent. It pulls data from dozens of bookmakers across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and international soccer leagues. You can use it to track live game movements, compare betting prices across different regions, and audit historical results. It turns your agent into a dedicated sports data analyst that can handle the heavy lifting of market research without you having to switch between dozens of tabs. Since Vinkius hosts and manages over 4,000 Connectors, you can connect your preferred client once to get access to this sports data feed along with a massive catalog of other tools. You can see which bookmakers are lagging behind or where the biggest spreads are forming in real-time. Whether you're looking for a quick score update on an EPL match or a deep dive into historical market trends for a research project, this integration puts the data right in front of you. It moves you from 'where do I find this' to 'tell me what this data means.' Instead of manually searching for the latest lines or copying scores into a spreadsheet, you just ask your agent to do the work. This saves you from the repetitive task of refreshing pages and helps you spot the most profitable opportunities faster. It's about getting the facts you need to make informed decisions without the friction of manual data collection.

## Tools

### get_scores
Get live and past scores for various sports. This helps you stay updated on game progress without manual checking.

### list_sports
See all the sports and leagues the API supports. Use this to understand the scope of available data before you start.

### get_odds
Pull current odds for a specific sport. It lets you compare prices across different regions and bookmakers instantly.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What are the odds for the next NBA game?
```

**Response:** 
```
### Upcoming NBA Games

| Matchup | Bookmaker | Spread | Over/Under |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Lakers vs Warriors** | Bookie A | -3.5 | 224.5 |
| | Bookie B | -4.0 | 226.0 |
| | Bookie C | -3.0 | 223.5 |

**Market Summary:**
* The best spread is currently **-3.0** at Bookie C.
* The highest Over/Under is **226.0** at Bookie B.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Check the score for the Lakers game.
```

**Response:** 
```
### Live Score Update

**Los Angeles Lakers** 102 - 98 **Golden State Warriors**
* **Status:** 4th Quarter, 2:45 remaining
* **Current Odds:** 
  * Lakers Win: 1.45
  * Warriors Win: 2.60

Would you like to see the live play-by-play or the current spread movement?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
List all soccer leagues available.
```

**Response:** 
```
I've pulled the list of supported soccer leagues for you:

* **English Premier League (EPL)**
* **La Liga**
* **Serie A**
* **Bundesliga**
* **Ligue 1**
* **MLS**

Which league would you like to see the current odds for?
```

## Capabilities

### Pull live game scores
Get current results and final scores for any sport in the database instantly.

### Fetch real-time betting odds
See current market prices from multiple bookmakers at once for upcoming games.

### Browse supported sports
See a full list of leagues and sports available for analysis in one query.

### Compare regional prices
View how odds differ between the US, UK, EU, and AU markets for the same events.

### Audit historical results
Look back at past game scores and market movements for research and modeling.

## Use Cases

### Comparing NFL lines
A user asks for the best spreads on upcoming NFL games across 10 different bookmakers to find the best value.

### Tracking live soccer
A fan wants to see the live score and current odds for a Premier League match in progress during the 70th minute.

### Market research
An analyst asks the agent to summarize the odds movement for NBA games over the last week to identify trends.

### League discovery
A developer wants to know which international soccer leagues are currently supported by the data feed for an app.

## Benefits

- Stop manual tab switching by using get_odds to see multiple bookmaker prices in one view.
- Stay on top of live games with get_scores providing instant updates on scores and progress.
- Expand your research scope by using list_sports to see every league and sport available.
- Analyze market trends across different regions like the US and UK using the multi-region odd feeds.
- Save hours on data collection by letting your agent pull historical results for auditing and modeling.

## How It Works

The bottom line is that you get a live feed of sports betting markets directly into your AI chat.

1. Get your API key from the-odds-api.com and add it to your configuration.
2. Connect this Connector to your preferred client like Claude, Cursor, or Windsurf.
3. Ask your agent to pull scores or compare odds for any league or sport.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How can The Odds API help with sports betting?**
It gives you a centralized way to see real-time betting odds from many different bookmakers at once. This lets you compare prices and find the best value for your picks without checking every site individually.

**Can I see odds from different countries?**
Yes, it supports multiple regions including the US, UK, EU, and AU. You can ask your agent to show you how the market differs between these locations.

**Does it work for NFL and NBA?**
It covers major leagues across many sports, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, and various international soccer leagues.

**How do I get live scores?**
You can simply ask your agent to check the live score for any sport. It will pull the most recent data to tell you the current score and game status.

**Can I use this for research?**
Absolutely. You can use it to pull historical results or audit past market movements to help with your data modeling and research projects.

**What leagues are supported?**
It supports a wide range of sports and leagues, including major American leagues, international soccer, and even eSports.

**Can I get odds for the Premier League?**
Yes! Use the `get_odds` tool with the sport key `soccer_epl`. It will return the latest odds from various bookmakers.

**How do I see results for recently finished games?**
Use the `get_scores` tool and provide the sport key. It will return the scores for live games and those that have recently ended.

**What bookmaker regions are supported?**
The Odds API supports 'us' (United States), 'uk' (United Kingdom), 'eu' (Europe), and 'au' (Australia). Use the `regions` parameter to filter odds.