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2026 MLB Prop Bets: Expert Picks for Every Team

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ESPN's betting analysts have released their favorite prop bets for all 30 MLB teams as spring training heats up. With Opening Day approaching on March 25, experts Todd Zola, Derek Carty, Eric Karabell and Tristan H. Cockcroft identified one key wager per team. DraftKings Sportsbook provided all odds, which were accurate at publication time.

Among the top picks, Toronto Blue Jays are 14-1 to win the World Series after falling two outs short in 2025 and adding $337 million in free agents. Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson is +900 to steal 60 bases, leveraging his status as one of baseball's fastest players. The Baltimore Orioles' Gunnar Henderson at +235 to record 180-plus hits stands out as a value play, especially with lineup reinforcements Pete Alonso and Taylor Ward.

Several pitchers drew attention from analysts. Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai is +135 to throw 150-plus strikeouts, bringing his Japanese league success to MLB. Boston Red Sox lefty Garrett Crochet at +425 to win the AL Cy Young offers value against chalk favorite Tarik Skubal. Meanwhile, Cleveland Guardians reliever Cade Smith at 22-1 to lead MLB in saves benefits from Cleveland's dominant bullpen that has logged more saves than any other team over the past three seasons.