MLB Pitcher Strikeout Props — Monday, May 18, 2026
Top projected strikeout arms on Monday, May 18, 2026: Shane McClanahan (8.1 K), Nick Lodolo (6.3 K), Yoshinobu Yamamoto (6.2 K). Projected strikeouts for every probable starter, adjusted for opponent K-rate and ballpark. 14 games on the slate.
Projected starters
Guardians @ TigersComerica Park · 6:40 PM ET
Orioles @ RaysTropicana Field · 6:40 PM ET
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Reds @ PhilliesCitizens Bank Park · 6:40 PM ET
Braves @ MarlinsloanDepot park · 6:40 PM ET
JR Ritchie
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Max Meyer
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Mets @ NationalsNationals Park · 6:45 PM ET
Jays @ YankeesYankee Stadium · 7:05 PM ET
Patrick Corbin
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Ryan Weathers
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Sox @ RoyalsKauffman Stadium · 7:10 PM ET
Astros @ TwinsTarget Field · 7:40 PM ET
Tatsuya Imai
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Kendry Rojas
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Brewers @ CubsWrigley Field · 7:40 PM ET
Brandon Sproat
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Shota Imanaga
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Rangers @ RockiesCoors Field · 8:40 PM ET
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Athletics @ AngelsAngel Stadium · 9:38 PM ET
Dodgers @ PadresPetco Park · 9:40 PM ET
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Giants @ DiamondbacksChase Field · 9:40 PM ET
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