MLB Pitcher Strikeout Props — Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Top projected strikeout arms on Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Zack Wheeler (7.7 K), Carlos Rodon (7.3 K), Kyle Harrison (6.9 K). Projected strikeouts for every probable starter, adjusted for opponent K-rate and ballpark. 15 games on the slate.
Projected starters
Yankees @ OriolesOriole Park at Camden Yards · 6:35 PM ET
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Tigers @ PiratesPNC Park · 6:40 PM ET
Keider Montero
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Braxton Ashcraft
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Giants @ GuardiansProgressive Field · 6:40 PM ET
Carson Whisenhunt
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Foster Griffin
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Cardinals @ RedsGreat American Ball Park · 6:40 PM ET
Jays @ RaysTropicana Field · 6:40 PM ET
Marlins @ PhilliesCitizens Bank Park · 6:40 PM ET
Diamondbacks @ SoxFenway Park · 7:10 PM ET
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Padres @ MetsCiti Field · 7:10 PM ET
Athletics @ RoyalsKauffman Stadium · 7:40 PM ET
Brady Basso
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Daniel Lynch IV
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Braves @ TwinsTarget Field · 7:40 PM ET
Mariners @ BrewersAmerican Family Field · 7:40 PM ET
Nationals @ RangersGlobe Life Field · 8:05 PM ET
Sox @ CubsWrigley Field · 8:05 PM ET
Angels @ AstrosDaikin Park · 8:10 PM ET
George Klassen
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Cristian Javier
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Dodgers @ RockiesCoors Field · 8:40 PM ET
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