Yankees vs. Dodgers: 5 Best Player Prop Picks for World Series Game 3

We have the top five player prop picks for Game 3 of the World Series between the Yankees and Dodgers, featuring valuable insights and must-watch matchups for your betting strategy.
5 Best Player Prop Picks for World Series Game 3

The World Series heads to Yankee Stadium for Game 3, and the Dodgers are leading 2-0. The stakes are high for New York to pull out a win at home to keep their hopes alive.

In what could be a game-changing matchup between Clarke Schmidt and Walker Buehler, there are some really sweet player props for you to load up your bet slip with.

Here are five of the best player prop bets for Game 3 of the Yankees vs. Dodgers series.

Player Prop Bet Odds Analysis
Aaron Judge Over 0.5 Hits -215 Returning to Yankee Stadium could boost Judge’s performance, making him a strong candidate for a hit.
Freddie Freeman Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs -105 Freeman’s consistent playoff performance and Yankee Stadium’s favorable setting make this a solid bet.
Walker Buehler Under 4.5 Strikeouts -150 The Yankees’ patience at the plate may limit Buehler’s strikeout count, favoring the under.
Clarke Schmidt Over 3.5 Hits Allowed -135 Facing a powerful Dodgers lineup, Schmidt is likely to give up a few hits.
Anthony Rizzo Over 0.5 Total Bases -135 Rizzo’s left-handed swing and Yankee Stadium’s short right-field porch make him a good pick for at least one base.

Aaron Judge Over 0.5 Hits (-215)

Aaron Judge has had a rough postseason. There’s no denying that. Sure, he’s batting under .200, but we think a return to Yankee Stadium could give him the boost he needs

Despite the slow start, Judge’s ability to make contact and his ridiculously high exit velocity make him a threat every time he steps up to the plate. While his World Series stats have been nothing less than disappointing for those backing the Yanks, history shows Judge tends to step up in big moments, and getting just one hit is a reasonable ask.

Buehler has struggled with hard contact throughout the season and even into the postseason. If he leaves anything over the plate, you just know that Judge has the power to capitalize.

The short right-field porch at Yankee Stadium plays right into Judge’s power, making this prop a shot despite the high odds.

Freddie Freeman Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs (-105)

Freddie Freeman has been an offensive powerhouse for the Dodgers this postseason, coming off a strong Game 2 where he added yet another home run to his playoff tally. 

Hitting at Yankee Stadium could work in Freeman’s favor. This is especially true given the Yankees’ reliance on Schmidt, who has been steady but not necessarily overpowering. 

Freeman has been a clutch performer, and this combined prop for hits, runs, and RBIs is a solid choice for bettors who want to capitalize on his consistency. If anyone has been consistent in these first 2 games, it’s him.

Freeman’s disciplined approach and ability to spray the ball to all fields make him a safe pick to reach this total — it looks like the bookmakers agree with us on this one.

With his eye for the strike zone and the way he’s seeing the ball right now, we expect Freeman to get on base, advance, and undoubtedly drive in runs.

Walker Buehler Under 4.5 Strikeouts (-150)

Walker Buehler has struggled in his last two postseason starts as he allowed 10 hits and 6 earned runs over 9 total innings. 

Although we all know Buehler has strikeout potential, he’s facing a Yankees lineup known for its patience and low chase rates. In fact, they have the lowest chase rate in the MLB with 24.5%, a whole percentage point below the #2 team.

New York’s hitters rarely swing at pitches outside the zone, a discipline that could force Buehler into much deeper counts than he’d like, possibly limiting his strikeout numbers.

With the Yankees likely to grind out at-bats and try to get Buehler out of the game early, the under on 4.5 strikeouts seems like a good bet to us. Buehler’s stamina might also be a concern as he continues to work back from his injury, so expect fewer high-strikeout innings in Game 3.

We just can’t pass this bet up, especially since the Yankees are desperate and hungry.

Clarke Schmidt Over 3.5 Hits Allowed (-135)

While Schmidt has been a steady presence in the Yankees’ rotation, the Dodgers’ lineup is one of the toughest in baseball. They have a mix of power, speed, and discipline — the perfect combination to rack up bases.

In his two postseason starts, Schmidt has allowed a fair number of hits and now faces a Dodgers lineup that has shown patience and a knack for hitting with runners on base.

With Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and a host of other hot bats, Schmidt will likely give up his share of hits in Game 3 and who could blame him?

The Yankees don’t necessarily need a shutout performance from him — they just need him to keep the game close so their bats can get in on the action.

Still, with how sharp the Dodgers’ hitters have been, this prop bet on Schmidt allowing over 3.5 hits is a solid bet.

Anthony Rizzo Over 0.5 Total Bases (-135)

Anthony Rizzo is a lefty bat that could cause problems for Buehler. Combine that with Yankee Stadium’s short porch in right field, there’s no doubt he’ll get on base.

Rizzo has shown up in clutch moments this postseason, and his ability to drive the ball makes him a good bet for at least one total base — if not more. Rizzo tends to hit better at home, and with Buehler’s struggles against left-handed hitters this season, Rizzo could see a few pitches he likes early in the game.

Even if he doesn’t hit for power, Rizzo’s ability to make contact and pull the ball could be all it takes for him to snag a base knock, cashing in on this prop. We can’t envision a Game 3 without Rizzo getting on the bags. Take this bet to the bank.

These Are the Best Prop Bets for the World Series Game 3

These 5 prop picks for Game 3 give a balanced mix of player potential and matchup analysis.

With each bet, we’re looking at both team dynamics and individual stats to make the best calls in this critical World Series showdown.

While these bets might not have the best odds to add to your bankroll, they’re almost sure shots and should unquestionably give you some wins at the sportsbook.

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Matt Brown


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Matt’s love for sports betting and daily fantasy sports, coupled with a deep understanding of football, hockey, and baseball, shapes his innovative thoughts on Hello Rookie. He has a B.S. in Aeronautical Computer Science and a M.S. in Project Management.