MLB player props today: Thursday's best props include Merrill Kelly [7/9/2026]

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MLB Prop Bets.
MLB prop bets for July 9, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Thursday's baseball games.

Dimers' MLB props are live for July 9, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Merrill Kelly, Jesús Luzardo and Andre Pallante.

Our MLB player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Cubs vs. Orioles and Phillies vs. Reds, to surface the best MLB player prop bets across the market.

List of MLB prop picks for Thursday, 7/9

Sourced from 135+ total MLB props on site today, below are the top 10 MLB player props for July 9, ranked by probability.

Merrill Kelly over 3.5 strikeouts (-150)

Our model has flagged value on Arizona's Merrill Kelly over 3.5 strikeouts. A probability of 69.0% gives this play an edge of 9.0% at -150 odds.

 

Jesús Luzardo under 2.5 walks allowed (-190)

Jesús Luzardo’s walks allowed prop shows a 68.2% probability and an 2.7% edge at -190 odds, according to our model.

 

Andre Pallante over 1.5 walks allowed (-136)

The data highlights value on Andre Pallante over 1.5 walks allowed, with simulations showing a 64.7% probability and a 7.1% edge at -136.

 

Brady Singer over 1.5 walks allowed (-138)

Our model finds value on Brady Singer over 1.5 walks allowed, with a 63.7% probability and an edge of 5.7% at -138 odds.

 

Joey Ortiz to get a hit (-148)

Simulations indicate value on Joey Ortiz to get a hit for Milwaukee, showing an edge of 2.6% at -148 odds.

 

Griffin Canning over 3.5 strikeouts (-135)

Griffin Canning’s strikeouts prop shows an edge of 3.4% at -135 odds, supported by a 60.8% probability according to our model.

 

Braxton Fulford to get a hit (-115)

Our model highlights value on Braxton Fulford to get a hit for Colorado, with a 58.9% probability and a 5.5% edge at -115 odds.

 

Bryan Torres over 0.5 bases (-118)

The data shows value on Bryan Torres over 0.5 bases, supported by a 58.9% probability at -118 odds and an edge of 4.8%.

 

Bryan Torres to get a hit (-109)

A 6.8% edge on the to get a hit line makes Bryan Torres a value play in Brewers vs. Cardinals, supported by a 58.9% probability at -109 odds.

 

Nathan Church to get a hit (-125)

Simulations show value on Nathan Church to get a hit here, with a 58.4% probability and 2.9% edge at -125 odds.

 

MLB player prop summary: Thursday, July 9, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 7:52PM ET:

Matchup Prop Odds Edge Probability
D-Backs vs. Padres Merrill Kelly over 3.5 strikeouts -150 @ BetMGM 9.0% 69.0%
Phillies vs. Reds Jesús Luzardo under 2.5 walks allowed -190 @ DraftKings 2.7% 68.2%
Brewers vs. Cardinals Andre Pallante over 1.5 walks allowed -136 @ DraftKings 5.7% 63.7%
Phillies vs. Reds Brady Singer over 1.5 walks allowed -138 @ DraftKings 5.7% 63.7%
Brewers vs. Cardinals Joey Ortiz to get a hit -148 @ DraftKings 2.6% 62.3%
D-Backs vs. Padres Griffin Canning over 3.5 strikeouts -135 @ DraftKings 3.4% 60.8%
Rockies vs. Giants Braxton Fulford to get a hit -115 @ BetMGM 5.5% 58.9%
Brewers vs. Cardinals Bryan Torres over 0.5 bases -118 @ BetMGM 4.8% 58.9%
Brewers vs. Cardinals Bryan Torres to get a hit -109 @ BetRivers 6.8% 58.9%
Brewers vs. Cardinals Nathan Church to get a hit -125 @ BetRivers 2.9% 58.4%
 

Conclusion

For July 9, 2026, our MLB prop bets feature players such as Merrill Kelly, Jesús Luzardo and Andre Pallante. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.

Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers promotes responsible gambling.

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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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