PGA Tour 3M Open golf odds, trends: Surprise entrant Scottie Scheffler huge favorite in first event appearance

Scottie Scheffler has officially arrived at the 3M Open, marking a rare appearance for the current world number one in Minnesota. This tournament, hosted at TPC Twin Cities, usually sees a quieter field following the conclusion of the British Open. Scheffler’s participation this week represents a surprise for the local event.

Scheffler enters the tournament as a heavy favorite at +260 odds. This pricing is unusual for a standard tour stop, as bettors rarely see such a wide gap between the top player and the rest of the field. Kirt Kitayama, who secured the title last year, sits at +2250 to repeat as champion. BetMGM reports that Scheffler is drawing over 44% of the betting handle, highlighting massive interest in his performance.

Historical data shows that a world number one winning a PGA Tour event in Minnesota remains a rare feat. Since the current ranking system began in 1986, only five players ranked at the top have competed in the state, and none have secured a victory. TPC Twin Cities plays as a par-71 course measuring 7,431 yards. Scoring expectations remain high, with projections suggesting a winning score of at least 15-under par.

Other notable figures are also in the field, including Hideki Matsuyama. He currently holds the longest active streak of making the cut on tour, currently standing at 28 consecutive events. While the 3M Open is typically a quieter stop on the calendar, Scheffler’s presence changes the competitive outlook significantly this year.