Best Home Run Predictions Today: MLB Odds, Picks & Prop Bets for Aug. 23

Freddie Freeman has been one of baseball's hottest hitters in August, but can he keep it up tonight against the Padres?

Gabe Henderson

Last Updated: August 23, 2025 9:46 AM EDT • 3 minute read

Home Run Predictions Today: Best MLB Odds, Picks & Prop Bets for Aug. 23 — Pictured: Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) hits as I make my best home run predictions today. Photo by Isaiah J. Downing via Imagn Images.

Freddie Freeman's found magic in his bat recently, which is one of the reasons he's the subject of my best home run predictions today.

Los Angeles' superstar slugger came into this series with San Diego hitting .338 with six dingers across his previous 20 outings. As such, he leads my home run bets today, alongside Royce Lewis, Julio Rodriguez, and Mike Yastrzemski.

If all four players manage to go yard, a $10 parlay with the best MLB betting sites pays out nearly $7,000 in profits!

💰 MLB best home run predictions & odds today: Aug. 23

Here are my best MLB home run predictions and odds today with my pick confidence based on a 1-to-5-star scale. You can also check out our MLB player prop odds tool for the latest MLB odds at the best legal sportsbooks in your region.

🧨 Mike Yastrzemski to hit a home run (+500 via bet365) ⭐⭐⭐
🧨 Royce Lewis to hit a home run (+450 via FanDuel) ⭐⭐⭐
🧨 Freddie Freeman to hit a home run (+425 via DraftKings) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🧨 Julio Rodriguez to hit a home run (+350 via BetMGM) ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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💣 Mike Yastrzemski to hit a home run (+450 via FanDuel)
💣 Royce Lewis to hit a home run (+odds via FanDuel)
💣 Freddie Freeman to hit a home run (+420 via FanDuel)
💣 Julio Rodriguez to hit a home run (+340 via FanDuel)

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⚾ Freddie Freeman (Dodgers) to hit a home run ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Best odds: +425 via DraftKings (bet $10 to win $42.50)

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Mike Spector spoke at length about Freeman's recent success in his Dodgers vs. Padres prediction ahead of today's game. The Dodgers' first baseman is seeing beach balls from the batter's box this month, slashing .329/.391/.592 with 10 extra-base hits across 76 at-bats. He looks to add to that total tonight against San Diego starter Nestor Cortes.

Freeman is 2-for-5 in his career against Cortes, posting a double and a home run in those successful plate appearances. Seeing as "Nasty Nestor" has lost a bit of his juice recently - surrendering nine four-baggers across 23 frames this season - I think the 35-year-old slugger could boost those stats en route to helping Los Angeles reclaim first place in the NL West.

Despite his freakish numbers in August, Freeman is still trading at favorable betting odds to belt a home run. A $10 winning wager at the best sports betting sites profits $42.50.

📊 Dodgers vs. Padres odds

💡 Expert MLB predictions today

❓Best home run predictions FAQs

What is a home run bet?

A home run bet is a wager on a hitter to hit a HR at any point during a game. Some sportsbooks allow you to bet on a hitter to not hit a home run, but the most common bet is on them to do so.

Can you parlay home run bets?

Yes, you can parlay home run bets. We've provided our best home run parlay today.

How do I place a home run bet?

To place a home run bet, simply go to your favorite sportsbook and go to the game featuring the player of your choice. Then click on batter props and you should see an option to bet a player to hit a home run.

What are the best home run props for tonight?

Our best home run predictions today feature Freddie Freeman, Royce Lewis, Julio Rodriguez, and Mike Yastrzemski.

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Gabe Henderson

Gabe Henderson is a sports betting writer from Houston, Texas. He graduated from Louisiana State University in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Mass Communication. Gabe developed an interest in sports betting while in college due to its legalization in Louisiana. He turned his passion into a career shortly after, joining The Advocate/NOLA.com as a Sports Betting Content Coordinator, where he spent two years. Gabe wore many hats before graduating as he led FanSided's coverage of Chelsea FC as a Site Expert with "The Pride of London." He was also the Editor-in-Chief of the LSU Gumbo Yearbook for two years. Gabe became a part of the SportsbookReview.com team in late 2024. He brings with him an extensive knowledge of many sports, including — but not limited to — NFL, NCAA, MLB, NBA, soccer, and UFC.