With so many MLB games to look at on Friday, August 19, it won’t be hard finding MLB odds for many different types of wagers.
You can bet on all of the games individually, or you can put together a player prop bet to try to find some interesting options.
Here are two MLB prop player for August 19 that you should consider wagering on.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs
NL Central Rivals
NL Central rivals are set to begin a series on Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field when the Chicago Cubs host the Milwaukee Brewers.
Even though these two teams are not close in the standings, it usually leads to a great battle in this rivalry.
Milwaukee comes into this game with an overall record of 63-54, and they are in second place in the Central Division.
Brewers Struggle
The Brewers have been struggling a bit of late as they have won just two of the last five games.
Chicago is just 50-67 on the year, but they are a team that has enough talent to become a threat. The Cubs are building towards the future, and one of those foundational pieces will be on the mound in this one.
The MLB odds for this game have the Milwaukee Brewers are the betting favorites at -145 in this game.
Keegan Thompson
Keegan Thompson is set to take the ball on Friday afternoon, and he is 9-5 with a 3.67 ERA on the year. There haven’t been a ton of bright spots for the Cubs in 2022, but the progress of Thompson is an exception.
Strikeout Pitcher
Thompson is a strikeout pitcher, and looking at the over/under for strikeouts is a great option for this matchup.
Not only can you look at the over/under, but you can also find some better odds when looking at the alternate strikeout total.
- Thompson 4+ Strikeouts (-172)
- Thompson 5+ Strikeouts (+142)
- Thompson 6+ Strikeouts (+310)
Thompson Struggle
Thompson really struggled in his most recent start, but he has a track record of success so far in 2022. Look for Thompson to bounce back in a big way against the Brewers and have a big strikeout total. Even if the Cubs lose, Thompson is going to record at least six strikeouts on Friday.
MLB Pick: Keegan Thompson 6+ Strikeouts (+310)
Miami Marlins vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
There are a number of MLB matchups that look like a complete mismatch on paper, and the game set to take place in Los Angeles is one of those.
MLB Standings
The Dodgers host the Miami Marlins, and these two teams are not close to each other in the standings.
Miami comes into this game with an overall record of 52-66, and they have been a pretty big disappointment this season. The Marlins have lost three of their last five games, and now they head out on a long road trip.
Dodgers Winning Streak
Los Angeles has won two of their last five games as well, but they are clearly one of the better teams in the league.
The Dodgers are 81-36 on the year, and they look like a team that is set to go on a deep playoff run.
Tyler Anderson
One of the best ways to make MLB picks when it comes to player props is to look at the starting pitching matchup. Tyler Anderson is on the mound for the Dodgers, and he has gone 13-2 with a 2.81 ERA on the year.
Dodgers Great Starting Pitching
Los Angeles is loaded with great starting pitching, but Anderson is one of the most underrated pitchers in that group.
Anderson Betting Stats
The over/under for strikeouts for Anderson is set at 4.5 for this game, but you can also look at alternate strikeout totals for better odds. Here are three of the best options to look at for this game on Friday night.
- Tyler Anderson 5+ Strikeouts (-170)
- Tyler Anderson 6+ Strikeouts (+134)
- Tyler Anderson 7+ Strikeouts (+280)
Marlins’ Offense
The Miami Marlins are not a great offensive team this season, and Anderson has been a dominant starting pitcher.
Don’t be surprised to see the strikeout totals rack up quickly in this game, and Anderson is going to strikeout at least six batters in this one.
MLB Pick: Tyler Anderson Over 6+ Strikeouts (+134)
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