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Baseball Game Props & Player Props Betting Explained
Baseball proposition bets (props) allow you to wager on specific in-game events rather than just the final outcome. These bets focus on team or player performances, key game occurrences, and statistical milestones, making MLB betting more dynamic.
1. Game Props Betting
Game props focus on team-based or game-wide events rather than individual player performances. These bets can involve runs, innings, total bases, and other statistical occurrences during a baseball game.
Types of Game Props
Runs-Based Props
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First Team to Score
- Betting on which team will score the first run in the game.
- If neither team scores, the bet is voided.
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Total Runs (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether the total combined runs scored by both teams will be over or under a set number.
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Team Total Runs (Over/Under)
- Wagering on whether a specific team's total runs will be over or under a given number.
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Will There Be a Shutout? (Yes/No)
- A bet on whether one team will prevent the other team from scoring any runs.
Innings-Based Props
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First Inning Run (Yes/No)
- Betting on whether either team will score at least one run in the first inning.
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Race to X Runs
- Wagering on which team will be the first to reach a set number of runs (e.g., first to 3, 5, or 7 runs).
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Highest Scoring Inning
- Betting on which inning will have the most runs scored.
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First 5 Innings (F5) Total Runs (Over/Under)
- Betting on the total runs scored in the first five innings rather than the full game.
Game Outcome Props
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Exact Score Bet
- Predicting the exact final score of the game.
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Will the Game Go to Extra Innings?
- A simple yes or no bet on whether the game will require extra innings.
- Winning Margin
- Betting on the margin of victory (e.g., a team winning by 1-3 runs, 4-6 runs, etc.).
Other Game Props
- Total Hits + Runs + Errors (H+R+E) (Over/Under)
- Betting on the combined total of hits, runs, and errors in a game.
- Total Home Runs (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether the total number of home runs hit in the game will be over or under a set number.
- Will There Be a Grand Slam? (Yes/No)
- Betting on whether a grand slam (4-run homer) will be hit.
- Will There Be a Walk-Off Win? (Yes/No)
- Betting on whether the home team will win the game via a walk-off hit or home run.
2. Player Props Betting
Player props focus on individual performances rather than the team's overall result. These bets allow you to wager on specific batting, pitching, and fielding statistics of a player.
Batting Props
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Total Hits (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a batter will record more or fewer hits than a set number.
- Example: Aaron Judge Over 1.5 hits.
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Total Home Runs (Over/Under)
- Wagering on whether a player will hit more or fewer home runs than a set number.
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Total RBI (Runs Batted In) (Over/Under)
- Betting on how many runs a player will drive in during the game.
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Total Runs Scored (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a player will cross home plate more or fewer times than a set total.
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Total Bases (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a batter will accumulate a certain number of total bases.
- Example: A double (2 bases) + a single (1 base) = 3 total bases.
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Total Strikeouts (For a Batter) (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a player will strike out a certain number of times in the game.
Pitching Props
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Total Strikeouts (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a starting pitcher will have more or fewer strikeouts than a set total.
- Example: Max Scherzer Over 7.5 strikeouts.
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Total Earned Runs Allowed (Over/Under)
- Wagering on how many earned runs a pitcher will allow.
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Total Hits Allowed (Over/Under)
- Betting on how many hits a pitcher will give up during their time on the mound.
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Total Walks Allowed (Over/Under)
- Betting on how many batters a pitcher will walk.
- Total Outs Recorded (Over/Under)
- Wagering on how many outs a starting pitcher will record before being pulled.
- Will a Pitcher Record a Win? (Yes/No)
- Betting on whether a starting pitcher will be credited with the win.
Fielding Props
- Total Stolen Bases (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a player will steal more or fewer bases than a given number.
- Total Errors Committed (Over/Under)
- Betting on whether a player or team will commit a certain number of errors.
How to Bet on Baseball Game & Player Props
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Research Player & Team Statistics
- Check batting averages, pitcher ERAs, and home run trends before placing bets.
- Example: A power hitter facing a weak pitcher may be a good bet for Over on total bases.
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Consider Game Conditions
- Weather plays a huge role in baseball-wind, humidity, and stadium altitude impact home runs and hits.
- Ballparks have different dimensions, making some stadiums more hitter-friendly than others.
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Analyze Pitching Matchups
- If an ace pitcher is facing a team that struggles against high-velocity fastballs, consider their strikeout props.
- If a bullpen is overworked, the opposing team's run totals might go over.
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Check Lineups & Injuries
- A star player sitting out can significantly affect game props.
- Lineup positions matter-players hitting lead-off have more at-bats, increasing their chances to hit their props.
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Look at Historical Performance
- Some players perform better against specific pitchers or in certain ballparks.
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Monitor Line Movements
- If a player's strikeout prop moves from 5.5 to 6.5, it might indicate heavy betting action on the Over.
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Bankroll Management
- Spread your bets across multiple games rather than risking too much on a single prop.
Final Thoughts
Baseball game and player props offer a fun and strategic way to bet beyond the moneyline and spread. By focusing on specific matchups, game conditions, and player trends, you can gain an edge when betting on strikeouts, home runs, total bases, and more. With smart research and disciplined betting, prop betting can be a profitable way to enjoy MLB games.