On Friday, all 30 MLB teams will be in action for the final Friday of the 2024 MLB regular season. As such, fans will get their last glimpse at some of the league's top arms, while others are only just gearing up for the playoffs.
Using figures supplied by DraftKings sportsbook, today we will examine the top pitchers with the best odds of racking up some strikeouts. Keep reading to see which MLB names you might want to back on September 27, 2024.
Top Strikeout Prop Odd Leaders - September 27
Jacob deGrom: Over 5.5 -145
After missing the vast majority of the season, Jacob deGrom will make his third start of the year for Texas. In his last start, the two-time Cy Young Award winner tossed three innings against the Seattle Mariners, allowing one earned run and striking out 5. Through 6.2 innings of work this season, deGrom has nine strikeouts.
"Jacob deGrom is filthy" - MLB
Garrett Crochet: Over 5.5 -145
Garrett Crochet will make his final start of the season for the White Sox against the Detroit Tigers. While a lack of run support has contributed to Crochet's 6-12 record, the Mississippi native has posted 203 strikeouts, which ranks eighth overall in MLB this season. Heading into a big contract year, Crochet will seek to finish off the season on a high note.
Carlos Rodon: Over 6.5 -140
After a fairly brutal start to the season, Carlos Rodon of the New York Yankees has regained his composure. Since August 1, the 30-year-old is 5-2 with a record of 3.10, striking out 61 hitters in 49.1 innings.
"Carlos Rodon, last 11 starts... 62.2 IP, 2.87 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 7.8% BB, 30.5% K #RepBX" - Eric Cross
Having spent some years in the NL, Rodon is familiar with Friday's opponents, the Pittsburgh Pirates. In 5 games against Pittsburgh, Rodon has a 3.99 ERA and 33 strikeouts.
Taj Bradley: Under 6.5 -155 (Safest pick of the day)
Although the Tampa Bay Rays will not be heading to the MLB playoffs, Taj Bradley has had a strong season for the club. While his 4.30 ERA could certainly be lower, Bradley's 147 strikeouts on the season lead the Rays.
"Taj Bradley, 100mph Paint." - Pitching Ninja
In addition to putting up much better numbers than last year, Bradley tossed five innings of one-run ball, striking out four members of the Blue Jays in his last start.
Ranger Suarez: Over 4.5 +105 (Bold Prediction of the day)
Venezuelan flamethrower Ranger Suarez will take to the mound for the Phillies against the Washington Nationals on Friday. Now 12-7 with a 3.15 ERA on the season, Suarez is 7-1 with a career 3.64 ERA in 15 career starts against the Nats, a divisional counterpart.