Top MLB Player Prop Picks for Monday

Experts break down their best bets on Pete Alonso, Oneil Cruz, and Drake Baldwin

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:07pm

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Sports betting experts have identified three top MLB player prop bets for Monday, April 13 games, including over/unders on total bases for Pete Alonso, Oneil Cruz, and hits+runs+RBIs for Drake Baldwin.

Why it matters

With a full slate of MLB games on Monday, these player prop picks provide valuable betting insights and opportunities for fans and bettors to get in on the action.

The details

The experts highlight three player prop bets they like for Monday's games: Pete Alonso over 1.5 total bases against the Diamondbacks, Oneil Cruz over 1.5 total bases against the Nationals, and Drake Baldwin over 1.5 hits + runs + RBIs against the Marlins.

  • The Diamondbacks vs Orioles game is at 6:35 p.m. ET on MASN.
  • The Nationals vs Pirates game is at 6:40 p.m. ET on SportsNet PT.
  • The Marlins vs Braves game is at 7:15 p.m. ET on BravesVsn.

The players

Pete Alonso

A power-hitting first baseman who recently signed with the Baltimore Orioles after spending his first four MLB seasons with the New York Mets.

Oneil Cruz

A 27-year-old outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates who is off to a hot start this season, batting .339 with 5 home runs.

Drake Baldwin

A young slugger for the Atlanta Braves who won the NL Rookie of the Year award last season after hitting 19 home runs and driving in 80 runs.

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What’s next

Bettors will want to monitor the latest injury and lineup news ahead of Monday's games to ensure these player prop bets remain viable.

The takeaway

These player prop picks provide sports bettors with valuable insights and opportunities to get in on the action for Monday's MLB games.