In baseball, the potential for home runs is high today, and our five prime MLB home run prop bets highlight a variety of conditions that make this a possibility. These include players on a roll, those coming into their power, and advantageous pitching situations. The likes of Corbin Carroll who is performing exceptionally, Aaron Judge poised for a comeback after a short lull, and other hard hitters suggest an exciting day of games ahead. Mike Trout with his impressive hard-hit stats, Pete Alonso and his consistent prowess, and Marcell Ozuna’s recent impressive performance make the list promising.
First on our list is Corbin Carroll (+220). Carroll has adopted an aggressive stance in recent times. His approach to effortlessly swing and connect with the pitch has quite transformed him into a formidable power hitter overnight. With a glorious three-game home run track record leading into today’s game, he is a player to watch out for. Carroll is facing off against Tanner Gordon of Rockies, whose current ERA of 6.59 puts him on a shaky ground. This, coupled with Carroll’s quick swing and propensity to hit fastballs, may spell difficulties for Gordon.
Carroll’s performance is notable in its consistency, and adding to this, his current form suggests the possibility of a homer four games in a row. The change from a quick baserunner, reliant on legging out infield hits, to a credible power threat, and this continual evolution in his game, could put pressure even on experienced pitchers like Gordon today.
Next on the list, Marcell Ozuna (+400) is fresh off an electrifying doubleheader on Saturday. His powerful swing sent two home runs sailing and resulted in four runs in the latter game of the day. Ready to continue this momentum, he is facing Cal Quantrill in a match that is promising for him. Quantrill is grappling with an ERA of 5.21, and has been struggling with ensuring the ball stays in the field.
Ozuna’s swing is currently echoing precision, and his timing is spot on. When his game is this exact, often, it is the pitcher who has to bear the brunt. If the recent doubleheader performance is taken into account, not only is Ozuna ready to play, he is expected to bring a few fireworks out on the field as well.
Third on our betting list is Pete Alonso (+330), also known as ‘The Polar Bear’. Alonso’s every appearance at the plate has the potential for a homer. Alonso shone in yesterday’s game against Milwaukee with a solo home run, proving that his hitting form is still in peak condition. He’s facing Quinn Priester today, an admirable right-hander who holds a decent ERA of 3.15.
However, if Alonso’s own performance this year – an imposing 26 homers and 92 RBIs – says anything, it is that no pitcher’s reputation can be a deterrent for him. Given this, and his exceptional ability to read pitches, Alonso is likely to hit back-to-back home runs today.
Mike Trout (+340) comes in fourth, and though his current season stats may not scream ‘MVP’, metrics detail a different story. He’s still one of the most formidable hitters in the game, reflected in an average exit velocity of 91.1 mph, nearly half of his hits being classed as ‘hard-hits’, and a barrels-per-plate-appearance rate of 15.5%. Today he’s going against Casey Mize, a right-hander with a commendable 3.50 ERA.
However, with Trout’s record of punishing poorly thrown pitches, turning this into a scoring opportunity, he presents a threat even to pitchers like Mize. Harbouring 20 homers this season so far, Trout seems ready to swing the bat for another stand-out moment on the field. His hard-hit statistics certainly indicate a high possibility of a home run today.
Finally, Aaron Judge (+215) looks promising even though he hasn’t shown recent peak performances since his injury. Yet, considering his history and prowess at the plate, such slumps tend not to last. Despite his spell without home runs, the Yankees’ slugger currently posts an astounding .339 batting average along with 37 homers, 86 RBIs, and 92 runs this season.
This aptly showcases his superior skills with the bat. His confrontation for today is set against Jason Alexander, a right-hander with a worrying 5.97 ERA and apparent difficulty in restricting hitters. Judge’s talent in pitch choice combined with his raw power makes him a ceaseless threat capable of turning the tide with a single swing.
Considering Alexander’s recent struggles, it certainly creates an auspicious stage for Judge. It aligns perfectly with Judge’s possible return to his usual home run-scoring self. Judge can analyse the pitch well and is always ready to unleash his power, regardless of the pitcher. Consequently, the environment seems perfect for him to hit his season’s first home run after the injury.
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