Today’s Best MLB Home Run Prop Bets: Top 5 picks including Pete Alonso, Brent Rooker, and more for August 5th, 2024
Every single MLB gameday, even ones where several teams are not scheduled, has plenty of home runs. They're a frequent occurrence, though it's hard to predict from whom they will come. That's the name of the game for this prop bet, which has become quite popular in sports betting circles. Fortunately, we've got everything you need to succeed.
Best MLB home run prop bets for August 5
5) Pete Alonso: +450
Pete Alonso has been one of the most prolific home run hitters since he entered the league in 2019. This season, the New York Mets star has 23 and with a good matchup against St. Louis Cardinals starter Andre Pallante, he could add to his total.
4) Yordan Alvarez: +320
On any given day, there's a good chance that Yordan Alvarez hits a home run. The Houston Astros slugger is one of baseball's best hitters. He has 20 of them and has a good matchup against Andrew Heaney today. Heaney is left-handed, but the lefty disadvantage doesn't apply to Alvarez as much.
3) Brent Rooker: +380
Taking a look at the MLB wRC+ leaders will show off familiar names like Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani. Next on the list is Brent Rooker, who has been excellent. With 28 home runs already, he's a great pick to add another today for the Oakland Athletics.
2) Bobby Witt Jr.: +290
Bobby Witt Jr. has been on an absolute tear for the Kansas City Royals. The slugger just became the first player to hit 20 home runs with 20 steals in his first three seasons. He has 20 right now and is a good bet to add another today as he continues his MVP campaign.
1) Matt Chapman: +250
Matt Chapman has hit 17 home runs for the San Francisco Giants this season. The slugging third baseman has a matchup with Patrick Corbin today, who is 2-11 with a 5.88 ERA. It's a favorable matchup and gives him a good shot at hitting a home run.