Miami Marlins vs. Washington Nationals 1:05 PM ET

Max Meyer Over 5.5 Strikeouts (+107 per DraftKings)

Taking the mound for the Miami Marlins this afternoon is Max Meyer, who looks to help Miami complete a sweep of the Washington Nationals. Meyer has been one of the Marlins’ most reliable arms this season, posting a 2.97 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 74 strikeouts across 66.2 innings of work. His 9.99 K/9 rate highlights the swing-and-miss stuff he has consistently displayed throughout the year.

The matchup sets up favorably against a Nationals lineup that has struck out 515 times this season, the 12th-most in Major League Baseball. Meyer has recorded six or more strikeouts in seven of his 12 starts this year, showing a strong track record of clearing this number.

One of the more encouraging trends is how dominant Meyer has been in day games. Across 29 innings pitched during afternoon starts, he owns a sparkling 1.24 ERA, a 0.86 WHIP, and 29 strikeouts. Washington has also struggled offensively during day games, carrying a team batting average of just .231, which ranks among the bottom third of the league.

Given Meyer’s strong strikeout numbers, his success in daytime starts, and Washington’s tendency to swing and miss, this looks like another solid spot for the Marlins right-hander to rack up strikeouts.

Washington Nationals Team Total Under 3.5 Runs (+105 per DraftKings)

It’s been a difficult series offensively for the Nationals, who have scored exactly three runs in each of the first two games against Miami. Unfortunately for Washington, things don’t get any easier this afternoon with Max Meyer taking the mound.

As mentioned above, Meyer has been outstanding in day games this season, while the Nationals have struggled to generate offense during afternoon contests. Their .231 batting average in day games is one of the lowest marks in baseball, and they’ll be facing one of Miami’s best starters.

Weather conditions may also favor pitchers. While sunny skies should provide good visibility, winds are expected to blow in from right field early before shifting to center field later in the game. Those conditions typically suppress offense by limiting carry on fly balls and making it more difficult for hitters to generate extra-base power.

Although this game could be closer than the first two contests of the series, the combination of Meyer’s form, Washington’s daytime struggles, and the weather conditions points toward another low-scoring effort from the Nationals lineup.

New York Mets vs. Seattle Mariners 3:40 PM ET

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Marcus Semien Over 0.5 Hits (-172 per DraftKings)

Just when it looked like the Mets were beginning to build momentum, they ran into the buzzsaw that has been the Seattle Mariners pitching staff. New York has dropped the first two games of this series, and playing in pitcher-friendly T-Mobile Park certainly hasn’t helped matters.

One bright spot recently has been Marcus Semien, who has started to find his rhythm at the plate. Over his last seven games, Semien is batting .273 with a .591 slugging percentage. He has recorded at least one hit in four of his last five games and has looked much more comfortable offensively than he did earlier in the season.

Today’s challenge comes against George Kirby, a pitcher Semien has seen plenty of throughout his career. While the overall numbers aren’t great—he’s batting .148 in 27 career at-bats against Kirby—he did manage to go 1-for-3 in their most recent matchup, which could be a sign that he’s beginning to see the right-hander better.

Semien has also been noticeably better on the road this season, batting .243 with a .355 slugging percentage away from home. His daytime splits have been respectable as well, with a .220 batting average and .360 slugging percentage.

With the Mets now fully acclimated to the West Coast trip and looking to avoid a sweep, expect a stronger offensive showing this afternoon. Semien’s recent consistency at the plate makes him a solid candidate to record at least one hit and cash this prop.

San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies 6:40 PM ET

Bryce Harper Over 1.5 Total Bases (+116 per DraftKings)

This is an “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” type of pick. Bryce Harper cashed this prop in Game 1 of the series against the Padres, launching a home run that accounted for four total bases. Given the matchup he draws tonight, there’s plenty of reason to believe he can do it again.

Harper will face Walker Buehler, a pitcher he has historically handled very well. In eight career at-bats against Buehler, Harper owns a .500 batting average and an impressive 1.886 OPS. He has also been one of Philadelphia’s most dangerous hitters against right-handed pitching this season, batting .293 with a .609 slugging percentage.

While Buehler remains a talented arm, he has been vulnerable at times this season. Through 51.2 innings, he carries a 4.88 ERA and a 1.32 WHIP. His 8.71 H/9 isn’t alarming, but it does sit noticeably above his career mark of 7.75, indicating he’s allowing more consistent contact than we’re used to seeing.

Another factor working in Harper’s favor is that he went 0-for-4 against Buehler in their meeting last week. Elite hitters tend to make adjustments, and with Harper already swinging the bat well, this feels like a prime opportunity for him to bounce back against a familiar opponent. With his recent form and strong career numbers against Buehler, Harper is in an excellent position to clear the 1.5 total bases mark once again.

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Atlanta Braves 7:15 PM ET

Ozzie Albies Over 1.5 Total Bases (+119 per DraftKings)

Don’t look now, but Ozzie Albies appears to be heating up again at the plate. Over his last seven games, he’s batting .321 with a .500 slugging percentage, and he has eclipsed the 1.5 total bases mark in three of his last five contests.

Tonight’s matchup is particularly appealing because Albies has absolutely dominated Blue Jays starter Patrick Corbin throughout his career. Across 32 at-bats against the veteran left-hander, Albies owns a .438 batting average, a 1.330 OPS, and three home runs.

As has been the case throughout his career, Albies continues to thrive against left-handed pitching. This season, he’s batting .297 with a .465 slugging percentage when hitting from the right side of the plate, making this one of his most favorable splits.

Albies also enters tonight’s game seeing the ball exceptionally well. In the series opener against Toronto, he reached base in all three plate appearances, going 2-for-2 with a walk. When Albies starts putting together quality at-bats consistently, the extra-base hits usually follow.

With his recent hot streak, elite career numbers against Corbin, and the platoon advantage working in his favor, Albies has all the ingredients for another productive night at the plate and a strong chance to cash this total bases prop.