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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
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Dimers' MLB props are live for May 08, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Keider Montero, Parker Messick and Kris Bubic.
Our MLB player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Twins vs. Guardians and Tigers vs. Royals, to surface the best MLB player prop bets across the market.
List of MLB prop bets for Friday, 5/8
Below are the top 7 MLB player props for May 8, ranked by probability.
Keider Montero over 3.5 strikeouts (-123)
- Edge: 8.5%
- Probability: 63.7%
- Game: Tigers vs. Royals (7:40PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Detroit's Keider Montero over 3.5 strikeouts. A probability of 63.7% gives this play an edge of 8.5% at -123 odds.
Parker Messick under 16.5 outs recorded (-113)
- Edge: 6.0%
- Probability: 59.1%
- Game: Twins vs. Guardians (7:15PM ET)
Parker Messick’s outs recorded prop shows a 59.1% probability and an 6.0% edge at -113 odds, according to our model.
Kris Bubic under 5.5 strikeouts (-102)
- Edge: 6.6%
- Probability: 57.1%
- Game: Tigers vs. Royals (7:40PM ET)
The data highlights value on Kris Bubic under 5.5 strikeouts, with simulations showing a 57.1% probability and a 6.6% edge at -102.
Reid Detmers under 17.5 outs recorded (-112)
- Edge: 3.3%
- Probability: 56.2%
- Game: Angels vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET)
Our model finds value on Reid Detmers under 17.5 outs recorded, with a 56.2% probability and an edge of 3.3% at -112 odds.
Keider Montero over 16.5 outs recorded (+100)
- Edge: 4.2%
- Probability: 54.2%
- Game: Tigers vs. Royals (7:40PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Keider Montero over 16.5 outs recorded for Detroit, showing an edge of 4.2% at +100 odds.
Dylan Cease under 17.5 outs recorded (+126)
- Edge: 9.0%
- Probability: 53.3%
- Game: Angels vs. Blue Jays (7:07PM ET)
Dylan Cease’s outs recorded prop shows an edge of 9.0% at +126 odds, supported by a 53.3% probability according to our model.
Austin Hedges to get a hit (+106)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 52.6%
- Game: Twins vs. Guardians (7:15PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Austin Hedges to get a hit for Cleveland, with a 52.6% probability and a 4.1% edge at +106 odds.
MLB player prop summary: Friday, May 8, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 6:47PM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tigers vs. Royals | Keider Montero over 3.5 strikeouts | -123 @ DraftKings | 8.5% | 63.7% |
| Twins vs. Guardians | Parker Messick under 16.5 outs recorded | -113 @ DraftKings | 6.0% | 59.1% |
| Tigers vs. Royals | Kris Bubic under 5.5 strikeouts | -102 @ DraftKings | 3.3% | 56.2% |
| Angels vs. Blue Jays | Reid Detmers under 17.5 outs recorded | -112 @ DraftKings | 3.3% | 56.2% |
| Tigers vs. Royals | Keider Montero over 16.5 outs recorded | +100 @ DraftKings | 4.2% | 54.2% |
| Angels vs. Blue Jays | Dylan Cease under 17.5 outs recorded | +126 @ DraftKings | 9.0% | 53.3% |
| Twins vs. Guardians | Austin Hedges to get a hit | +106 @ DraftKings | 4.1% | 52.6% |
Conclusion
For May 8, 2026, our MLB prop bets feature players such as Keider Montero, Parker Messick and Kris Bubic. 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.
Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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