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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get MLB player props today with projections for Wednesday's games.
Dimers' MLB props are live for June 18, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Civale and Nolan McLean.
Our MLB player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Angels vs. D-Backs and Pirates vs. Athletics, to surface the best MLB player prop bets across the market.
List of MLB prop bets for Thursday, 6/17
Sourced from 135+ total MLB props on site today, below are the top ten MLB player props for June 17, ranked by probability.
Shohei Ohtani under 2.5 walks allowed (-197)
- Edge: 9.0%
- Probability: 75.3%
- Game: Rays vs. Dodgers (3:10PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on LA Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani under 2.5 walks allowed. A probability of 75.3% gives this play an edge of 9.0% at -197 odds.
Aaron Civale over 4.5 hits allowed (-146)
- Edge: 9.6%
- Probability: 69.0%
- Game: Pirates vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)
Aaron Civale’s hits allowed prop shows a 69.0% probability and an 9.6% edge at -146 odds, according to our model.
Nolan McLean under 6.5 strikeouts (-145)
- Edge: 9.7%
- Probability: 68.9%
- Game: Mets vs. Reds (12:40PM ET)
The data highlights value on Nolan McLean under 6.5 strikeouts, with simulations showing a 68.9% probability and a 9.7% edge at -145.
Anthony Kay over 1.5 walks allowed (-173)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 68.1%
- Game: White Sox vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET)
Our model finds value on Anthony Kay over 1.5 walks allowed, with a 68.1% probability and an edge of 4.7% at -173 odds.
Andrew Painter under 5.5 hits allowed (-148)
- Edge: 8.1%
- Probability: 67.7%
- Game: Marlins vs. Phillies (1:05PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Andrew Painter under 5.5 hits allowed for Philadelphia, showing an edge of 8.1% at -148 odds.
Shohei Ohtani under 18.5 outs recorded (-173)
- Edge: 3.4%
- Probability: 66.7%
- Game: Rays vs. Dodgers (3:10PM ET)
Shohei Ohtani’s outs recorded prop shows an edge of 3.4% at -173 odds, supported by a 66.7% probability according to our model.
George Kirby under 6.5 strikeouts (-139)
- Edge: 7.7%
- Probability: 65.9%
- Game: Orioles vs. Mariners (9:40PM ET)
Our model highlights value on George Kirby under 6.5 strikeouts for Seattle, with a 65.9% probability and a 7.7% edge at -139 odds.
Dansby Swanson to get a hit (-161)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 65.8%
- Game: Rockies vs. Cubs (8:05PM ET)
The data shows value on Dansby Swanson to get a hit, supported by a 65.8% probability at -161 odds and an edge of 4.1%.
Miguel Amaya to get a hit (-161)
- Edge: 4.0%
- Probability: 65.8%
- Game: Rockies vs. Cubs (8:05PM ET)
A 4.0% edge on the to get a hit line makes Miguel Amaya a value play in Rockies vs. Cubs, supported by a 65.8% probability at -161 odds.
Eduardo Rodriguez under 5.5 strikeouts (-140)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 65.7%
- Game: Angels vs. D-Backs (3:40PM ET)
Simulations show value on Eduardo Rodriguez under 5.5 strikeouts here, with a 65.7% probability and 7.3% edge at -140 odds.
MLB player prop summary: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 12:00AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rays vs. Dodgers | Shohei Ohtani under 2.5 walks allowed | -197 @ DraftKings | 9.0% | 75.3% |
| Pirates vs. Athletics | Aaron Civale over 4.5 hits allowed | -146 @ DraftKings | 9.6% | 69.0% |
| Mets vs. Reds | Nolan McLean under 6.5 strikeouts | -145 @ DraftKings | 4.7% | 68.1% |
| White Sox vs. Yankees | Anthony Kay over 1.5 walks allowed | -173 @ DraftKings | 4.7% | 68.1% |
| Marlins vs. Phillies | Andrew Painter under 5.5 hits allowed | -148 @ DraftKings | 8.1% | 67.7% |
| Rays vs. Dodgers | Shohei Ohtani under 18.5 outs recorded | -173 @ DraftKings | 3.4% | 66.7% |
| Orioles vs. Mariners | George Kirby under 6.5 strikeouts | -139 @ DraftKings | 7.7% | 65.9% |
| Rockies vs. Cubs | Dansby Swanson to get a hit | -161 @ Fanatics | 4.1% | 65.8% |
| Rockies vs. Cubs | Miguel Amaya to get a hit | -161 @ Fanatics | 4.0% | 65.8% |
| Angels vs. D-Backs | Eduardo Rodriguez under 5.5 strikeouts | -140 @ DraftKings | 7.3% | 65.7% |
Conclusion
For June 17, 2026, our MLB prop bets feature players such as Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Civale and Nolan McLean. 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 encourages 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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