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MLB starting pitchers usually record a few strikeouts per game. Predicting how many they get is difficult, which is why it's become such a prominent prop bet. Bettors are given an over/under line and have to make the difficult choice. To that end, we've got today's best bets from DraftKings. Yesterday, all five of the picks hit.
Best MLB strikeout prop bets for Sept. 10
5) Taj Bradley: Under 6.5 -135
Taj Bradley has solid strikeout numbers for the Tampa Bay Rays. He's cutting down 27% of the batters he's facing and averaging over 10 strikeouts per nine innings. Despite that, he has struggled and faces the vaunted Philadelphia Phillies. Take the under.
4) MacKenzie Gore: Over 5.5 -165
MacKenzie Gore has been solid in the strikeout department this year. The Washington Nationals ace sports a 24.2% K rate and 9.71 K/9. Gore hasn't been lights-out, but the Atlanta Braves offense hasn't, either. This isn't a horrible matchup for a pitcher who has shined at times, and the over/under isn't terribly high.
3) Zac Gallen: Over 4.5 -165
Zac Gallen has pitched pretty well for the Arizona Diamondbacks, though his strikeout numbers leave a bit to be desired. He has a 23.6% K rate and 8.93 K/9. However, his line is low today, and he's facing the Texas Rangers. Take the over with confidence.
2) Chris Bassitt: Under 6.5 -165 (safest pick of the day)
Today's safest pick of the day is Chris Bassitt. The Toronto Blue Jays pitcher has decent strikeout numbers (22.7% K rate and .94 K/9), but he has a pretty high over/under line and is facing the surging New York Mets. Take the under today.
1) Pablo Lopez: Over 7.5 +115 (bold prediction of the day)
The bold prediction today is Pablo Lopez. The Minnesota Twins starter has a great matchup with the Los Angeles Angels. Despite the odds, he's been solid in the strikeout department with a 26% K rate and 9.59 per nine innings. The line is high, but take the over.
