Betting previews highlighted several players for home run props ahead of the May 24 MLB schedule.
The source listed Ozzie Albies of the Braves at +650 odds on FanDuel as a top pick against the Nationals. Left-hander Foster Griffin was expected to start for Washington.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Washington Nationals 13-6 on Friday at Nationals Park, powered by home runs from five different players. Emmet Sheehan earned his first win of the season despite early struggles and reduced fastball velocity. Kyle Tucker and Shohei Ohtani highlighted the offensive outburst with their first homers as Dodgers and of 2026, respectively.
SportsLine expert Adam Thompson shared his top home run betting picks ahead of Thursday's 10-game MLB schedule.
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Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies smashed a solo home run in the first inning after manager Walt Weiss placed him third in the lineup for Friday's Opening Day game against the Kansas City Royals at Truist Park. The surprising slot came despite Albies' recent struggles against left-handed pitching. Weiss expressed confidence in the switch-hitter's recovery from injury.
As the 2026 MLB season approaches its one-third point, several notable trends have surfaced across the league.
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Yordan Alvarez hit his 11th home run of the season, a two-run shot in the first inning, to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. The designated hitter went 3-for-4 and raised his batting average to .347 in the series finale on Wednesday. Houston's pitchers combined for a five-hitter shutout.
The Baltimore Orioles secured an 8-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday at Camden Yards, clinching their season-opening series. Pete Alonso delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning after a successful challenge, while closer Ryan Helsley benefited from two overturned ball calls against Josh Bell in the ninth. Twins manager Derek Shelton was ejected after arguing the timing of Helsley's challenge.
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Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O’Neill has homered on Opening Day for six consecutive years, setting an AL/NL record. He hopes to extend the streak to seven when the Orioles host the Twins at Camden Yards to open the 2026 season. O’Neill views it as extra motivation amid his preparations for a rebound year.