Bryce Harper and 3 Other MLB Props for Underdog Fantasy on Thursday 7/16/26

By admin — In News — July 16, 2026

   ​Fresh off the MLB All-Star break, players will be highly motivated to jumpstart the second half with hot starts. For sports bettors, this fresh slate offers premium value in the player prop market. Keep an eye on these four Underdog Fantasy Props when the Phillies take on their divisional rival NY Mets at 7:10 pm ET.Schwarber remains one of baseball’s premier power threats, currently leading the majors with 32 home runs. When backing his hitting props, his ability to clear the fence with a single swing provides instant cash-out potential. Schwarber is averaging a home run every 13.12 at-bats and Phillies manager Rob Thomson consistently utilizes him in the lead-off spot. Batting at the top of the lineup maximizes his plate appearances, giving him an extra opportunity or two to clear his daily prop.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOver his last five games, Schwarber is hitting .250 with 5 hits, 2 RBIs, and a home run. He will face young Mets righty Christian Scott. While Scott boasts quality stuff, he has shown vulnerability to making mistakes in the strike zone. Schwarber thrives on fastballs left over the plate and excels at punishing elevated pitches.Their history is brief as Schwarber is 0-for-2 against Scott with a flyout and a strikeout. Given the high plate-appearance floor and Scott’s vulnerability to the long ball, backing Schwarber’s over, especially on total bases or home run props, carries immense upside. Take the over.Unlike players who rely strictly on hits, Harper consistently impacts the game across multiple categories. He bats directly behind Schwarber, who ranks in the top 25 in MLB with a stellar .367 OBP, and Schwarber’s elite walk-drawing ability translates to frequent RBI opportunities for Harper. If Schwarber gets on base early, there is a high probability Harper will drive him in.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHarper is currently batting .317 with runners in scoring position (RISP), proving he is a reliable bet to capitalize on traffic. Scott has the pitch mix to miss bats when his command is sharp. However, if he decides to pitch around Harper with runners on base, it could limit Harper’s ability to clear hitting-specific props. Harper has a strong start against Scott, batting .500 (1-for-2) with a home run.Between his disciplined plate approach and power potential against a young starter, the over remains the preferred side for Harper. If you are concerned about him being pitched around, consider utilizing a combined hits + runs + RBIs prop to capture his multi-category value.Soto is a premier power hitter with a proven track record against elite starting pitching. He faces Phillies ace Aaron Nola, who has struggled of late, carrying an elevated 5.75 ERA. Soto has a substantial history against Nola and has consistently had his number. In 45 career at-bats against the right-hander, Soto has posted a .267 batting average, 12 hits, 3 doubles and 5 home runs. He has also displayed elite discipline, drawing 17 wa  

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