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MLB player props today: Thursday's best props include Reynaldo Lopez [4/2/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get MLB player props today with projections for Thursday's games.
Dimers' MLB props are live for April 02, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Reynaldo Lopez, Cole Ragans and Robbie Ray.
Our MLB player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Braves vs. D-Backs and Twins vs. Royals, to surface the best MLB player prop bets across the market.
List of MLB prop bets for Thursday, 4/2
Below are the top 7 MLB player props for April 2, ranked by probability.
Reynaldo Lopez over 14.5 outs recorded (-170)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 66.7%
- Game: Braves vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET)
Our model has found value on Atlanta's Reynaldo Lopez over 14.5 outs recorded. A probability of 66.7% gives this play an edge of 3.8% at -170 odds.
Cole Ragans under 6.5 strikeouts (+116)
- Edge: 3.7%
- Probability: 57.8%
- Game: Twins vs. Royals (2:10PM ET)
Cole Ragans’s strikeouts prop shows a 57.8% probability and an 3.7% edge at +116 odds, according to our model.
Robbie Ray under 5.5 strikeouts (-113)
- Edge: 4.5%
- Probability: 57.6%
- Game: Mets vs. Giants (9:45PM ET)
The data highlights value on Robbie Ray under 5.5 strikeouts, with simulations showing a 57.6% probability and a 4.5% edge at -113.
Ryne Nelson over 2.5 earned runs (-105)
- Edge: 3.6%
- Probability: 54.8%
- Game: Braves vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET)
Our model finds value on Ryne Nelson over 2.5 earned runs, with a 54.8% probability and an edge of 3.6% at -105 odds.
David Peterson under 4.5 strikeouts (+118)
- Edge: 7.0%
- Probability: 52.9%
- Game: Mets vs. Giants (9:45PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on David Peterson under 4.5 strikeouts for NY Mets, showing an edge of 7.0% at +118 odds.
Reynaldo Lopez over 2.5 earned runs (+112)
- Edge: 4.4%
- Probability: 51.6%
- Game: Braves vs. D-Backs (9:40PM ET)
Reynaldo Lopez’s earned runs prop shows an edge of 4.4% at +112 odds, supported by a 51.6% probability according to our model.
Taj Bradley over 4.5 strikeouts (+116)
- Edge: 4.0%
- Probability: 50.3%
- Game: Twins vs. Royals (2:10PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Taj Bradley over 4.5 strikeouts for Minnesota, with a 50.3% probability and a 4.0% edge at +116 odds.
MLB player prop summary: Thursday, April 2, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 7:06AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braves vs. D-Backs | Reynaldo Lopez over 14.5 outs recorded | -170 @ DraftKings | 3.8% | 66.7% |
| Twins vs. Royals | Cole Ragans under 6.5 strikeouts | +116 @ DraftKings | 3.7% | 57.8% |
| Mets vs. Giants | Robbie Ray under 5.5 strikeouts | -113 @ DraftKings | 3.6% | 54.8% |
| Braves vs. D-Backs | Ryne Nelson over 2.5 earned runs | -105 @ DraftKings | 3.6% | 54.8% |
| Mets vs. Giants | David Peterson under 4.5 strikeouts | +118 @ FanDuel | 7.0% | 52.9% |
| Braves vs. D-Backs | Reynaldo Lopez over 2.5 earned runs | +112 @ DraftKings | 4.4% | 51.6% |
| Twins vs. Royals | Taj Bradley over 4.5 strikeouts | +116 @ FanDuel | 4.0% | 50.3% |
Conclusion
For April 2, 2026, our MLB prop bets feature players such as Reynaldo Lopez, Cole Ragans and Robbie Ray. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.
Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers encourages responsible gambling.
Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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