Maryland Pattern Shift Report — April 2026
A look at how drawing patterns have shifted across Maryland lottery games over the past 30 days compared to the prior period. We examine odd/even splits, consecutive numbers, span ranges, and repeat digit patterns.
Pick 3
Odd/Even breakdown: All Odd 16.7%, All Even 16.7%, Mixed 66.7%
All-odd draws shifted up 16.7 percentage points vs. last month.
Double digits: 21.7% of draws
Pick 4
Odd/Even breakdown: All Odd 3.3%, All Even 10.0%, Mixed 86.7%
All-odd draws shifted up 3.3 percentage points vs. last month.
Double digits: 31.7% of draws
Pick 5
Odd/Even breakdown: All Odd 8.3%, All Even 1.7%, Mixed 90.0%
All-odd draws shifted up 8.3 percentage points vs. last month.
Double digits: 80.0% of draws
Bonus Match 5
Dominant odd/even split: 2O/3E at 33.3%
Shift from last month's dominant 3O/2E split.
Consecutive number frequency: 56.7% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 28 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Multi-Match
Dominant odd/even split: 3O/3E at 50.0%
Consecutive number frequency: 37.5% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 30 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Powerball
Dominant odd/even split: 1O/4E at 30.8%
Consistent with last month — same dominant split.
Consecutive number frequency: 46.1% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 51 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Mega Millions
Dominant odd/even split: 3O/2E at 62.5%
Consecutive number frequency: 37.5% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 49 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
What to Make of Pattern Shifts
Pattern shifts are descriptive, not predictive. They show how the recent draws have played out, not how future draws will go. That said, understanding the current distribution helps you make more informed choices when selecting numbers. Explore the Patterns page for the full interactive breakdown.