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Best MLB Picks Today: Top Bets and Player Props for Friday 4/17/26

Best MLB Picks Today: Top Bets and Player Props for Friday 4/17/26

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By: DK.Network.Editors

Looking for the best MLB picks today? DraftKings Network analysts share their top bets, player props and predictions from the MLB Dugout Betting Group for Friday’s slate.

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Tim Finnegan

Parlay:

ATL Braves Moneyline (at PHI)

NY Yankees Moneyline (vs KC)

Odds: +202

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Analysis:

Same Game Parlay (SGP):

KC Royals at NY Yankees

NY Yankees Moneyline

Cam Schlittler 6+ Strikeouts Thrown

Odds: +152

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Brendan O’Sullivan

Parlay:

CHI Cubs Moneyline (vs NYM)

BAL Orioles at CLE Guardians –– OVER 8 Total Runs

Odds: +227

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Nick Friar

Straight Bet:

Shohei Ohtani 1+ Home Run (at COL)

Odds: +225

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Disclaimer

DraftKings promoters may sometimes play on personal accounts in the games that advice is offered on. Personal views on the games and strategies above do not necessarily reflect the view(s) of DraftKings and do not constitute a representation that any particular strategy will guarantee success. All customers should use their own skills and judgment in building lineups. DraftKings promoters may also deploy different players and strategies than what is recommended above. DraftKings promoters do not have access to any non-public information.