MLB Pitcher Strikeout Props — Thursday, August 20, 2026
Top projected strikeout arms on Thursday, August 20, 2026: Gerrit Cole (8.3 K), Gavin Williams (7.2 K), Grayson Rodriguez (6.4 K). Projected strikeouts for every probable starter, adjusted for opponent K-rate and ballpark. 9 games on the slate.
Projected starters
Cardinals @ RedsGreat American Ball Park · 12:40 PM ET
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Giants @ GuardiansProgressive Field · 1:10 PM ET
Jays @ RaysTropicana Field · 1:10 PM ET
Athletics @ RoyalsKauffman Stadium · 2:10 PM ET
Gage Jump
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Randy Dobnak
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Braves @ SoxRate Field · 2:10 PM ET
Grant Holmes
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Anthony Kay
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Mariners @ BrewersAmerican Family Field · 2:10 PM ET
Yankees @ OriolesOriole Park at Camden Yards · 6:35 PM ET
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Nationals @ RangersGlobe Life Field · 8:05 PM ET
Andrew Alvarez
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Jacob deGrom
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Angels @ AstrosDaikin Park · 8:10 PM ET
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