A lot of betting focus will be on NFL games on Sunday, but simply skipping over MLB action is a mistake. There is a full schedule of MLB games to be played and that means you can find plenty of good betting options to choose from.
There are several match-ups that are virtually meaningless at this time and it’s a better idea to look at player prop betting options. Here are five players to target based on the schedule that is available.
Javier Baez to Record a Run (+150)
Tigers vs. White Sox Predictions
The Detroit Tigers have been a mess all season long, and Javier Baez has not lived up to this massive contract. Detroit is in Chicago on Sunday, and the White Sox fans have been booing Baez every time he steps up to the plate.
Baez continues to be a player that loves to shine in moments such as this, and he belted a home run on Saturday night. Bet on the shortstop to record a run in this game, as he will be in the middle of the action yet again.
C.J. Cron to Record 2+ Total Bases (-110)
Padres vs. Rockies Predictions
The Colorado Rockies are going to miss out on the postseason yet again, but they are also a team that can put up some runs at home. C.J. Cron has had a monster season at the plate, and it’s never a bad idea to target him when looking at player props.
Cron has a ton of power, and he can strike anytime against a San Diego Padres team that, at times, gives up a ton of runs. Bet on Cron to record at least two total bases for a safe play that should hit.
Max Scherzer 8+ Strikeouts (+162)
Mets vs. Athletics Predictions
Max Scherzer just pitched six perfect innings in his last time out as he is coming back from injury. The Mets are in Oakland on Sunday to face an Athletics team that can’t seem to win and one that has a young lineup.
This feels like the perfect opportunity for another dominant start from Scherzer, as he should have little trouble with the Athletics. Take the alternate strikeout total of 8+, as the right-hander has another big day.
Adam Wainwright Over 4.5 Strikeouts (+118)
Cardinals vs. Dodgers Predictions
Adam Wainwright and the St. Louis Cardinals are in Los Angeles for a matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Both MLB teams have picked up a win so far in this series, and there is a good chance that this will be a playoff series in the NL.
Wainwright is not known to be a strikeout pitcher at this point of his career, but he still pitches deep in games. Take Wainwright to record at least five strikeouts as he pitches well in this one.
Aaron Judge to Hit a Home Run (+210)
Red Sox vs. Yankees Predictions
Aaron Judge has been stuck on 60 home runs for a few days now, and he is eventually going to belt his 61st home run. It is never a bad idea to place a bet on the star outfielder to go deep, but it does appear that he is due on Sunday.
Judge is facing a young pitcher for the Red Sox, and there is a good chance that he will get at least five plate appearances. The 61st home run is coming, and it’s going to happen on Sunday night.