The 2022 MLB season is starting to wind down, and that means that the action on the field is ramping up. There are some interesting matchups set to take place, but looking at player props for each game is an even better way to go.
Here are some of the best MLB player props to look at for games set to take place on Thursday, September 15.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Mets
The New York Mets begin a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday night, which could be an interesting matchup.
New York was just swept in a three-game series by the Chicago Cubs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates just swept the Cincinnati Reds.
Pittsburgh comes into this game with a record of 55-88, and they have been out of the playoff race for months. The Pirates do still have some young talent, but they also are prone to making some mistakes.
NL East Division
The New York Mets remain on top of the NL East Division despite struggling over the last few weeks. New York has a great opportunity in this series, but they need to find a way to get back on track.
The MLB betting odds for this matchup have the New York Mets as the moneyline betting favorites at -260 over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Carlos Carrasco
Carlos Carrasco is a pitcher that has spent a ton of time on the MLB injury report in recent years, but he has been healthy since 2022. Carrasco comes into this start with a 14-6 record to go along with a 3.80 earned run average.
When betting on a starting pitcher, it’s important to look at the alternate strikeout totals as a way to make MLB player props. There are some good betting options here with Carrasco as he faces a young Pirates lineup.
- Carrasco 5+ Strikeouts (-235)
- Carrasco 6+ Strikeouts (-106)
- Carrasco 7+ Strikeouts (+196)
There is a chance to go for Carrasco to record 7+ strikeouts in this one, but the safer play is taking 6+ as the right-hander will have a big day on the mound.
MLB Pick: Carlos 6+ Strikeouts (-106)
Cincinnati Reds vs. St. Louis Cardinals
NL Central Division rivals meet up in St. Louis as the Cardinals host the Cincinnati Reds. Even though there is a big gap in the overall standings, both teams always seem to be competitive against one another when they meet up.
Cincinnati is now 30 games under the .500 mark, and they were just swept in a four-game series by the Pittsburgh Pirates. This team has actually been a bit better on the road, but this is a tough matchup for them in St. Louis.
The MLB team stats for the Cardinals have been impressive all year, especially in the second half of the season. St. Louis comes into this game with a record of 84-59, and they have a chance to wrap up the division title soon.
The MLB betting odds for this game have the Cardinals as the moneyline favorites at -295.
Nolan Arenado
Nolan Arenado would be an MVP candidate in the National League if he wasn’t playing on the same team as Paul Goldschmidt.
Arenado belted a solo home run on Wednesday night, and he always seems to come up with a big hit. With the Reds being a team that struggled to get outs, it is always a good idea to look at hitting options for Arenado.
Betting Stats
Here are three of the best betting options to look at when making MLB player props for Nolan Arenado:
- Nolan Arenado to Hit a Home Run (+320)
- Nolan Arenado to Record 2+ Hits (+230)
- Nolan Arenado to Record an RBI (+100)
With some great MLB player stats out there for Nolan Arenado, you can’t go wrong with any bet you want to make.
Since the Cardinals should have a big day at the plate in this one, the best bet to make is taking Arenado to drive in a run at odds set at +100.
MLB Pick: Nolan Arenado to Record RBI (+100)
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