Let's dive into some top MLB player prop bet picks. We have a few games to choose from today. We'll look at some players who should make an impact and the MLB player prop bets we love for Monday, August 19.
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Monday's Best MLB Player Prop Bets
(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)
Yusei Kikuchi Over 7.5 Strikeouts (-125)
The Astros have been playing very well, and with the Mariners struggling, they have taken over the division and should be in an excellent position to get to the playoffs. They have been able to rely on offense but struggle to assemble a solid rotation.
They traded for Yusei Kikuchi, and being on a competitive team has helped and turned around his season with a 2.70 ERA in three starts with Houston. He's been able to get the strikeouts and should fare well against a familiar opponent in the Red Sox, who are 28th in strikeout percentage.
Francisco Lindor Over 2.5 Hits + Runs + RBI (+120)
Not much was expected from the Mets this season after their underwhelming 2023. Nothing is locked down, but they are only two games back from the final Wild Card spot, and they have plenty of time.
The offense has been leading this team since they got hot a couple of months ago and remains that way; they are second in slugging (.473) and third in on-base percentage (.359). Fransisco Lindor has played his part, batting .400 with four RBI and seven runs.
Joe Boyle To Record 4+ Walks (+125)
The Rays have nothing to play for the first time in the Kevin Cash era. They're playing in a competitive American League East and have too many teams to jump over in the Wild Card, so they decided to be sellers during the trade deadline.
The hitting hasn't been great overall, but one aspect they have been good at is patience at the plate. They are coming in with the sixth-best walk rate and facing a pitcher who lacks control. Oakland's Joe Boyle has an abysmal 17.1% walk rate and has allowed at least four in four of eight starts.
