There’s an “anything is possible” vibe to MLB’s Opening Weekend, and Saturday’s slate features several teams looking to derail the Los Angeles Dodgers’ bid for a three-peat.
That group includes the Toronto Blue Jays, and my MLB player props target a strong outing from Dylan Cease, as well as a wager on Fernando Tatis Jr. to kickstart his season.
Check out my MLB picks for March 28.
Best MLB player props today
| Player | Pick | Odds |
|---|---|---|
 Dylan Cease |
Over 15.5 outs recorded | -128 |
 Fernando Tatis Jr. |
Over 1.5 total bases | +100 |
 Matt Olson |
Over 1.5 hits + runs + RBI | -125 |
Dylan Cease Over 15.5 outs recorded [-128]
Dylan Cease takes the ball for the Toronto Blue Jays this afternoon, and he’s facing an Athletics' offense that managed just three hits last night against Kevin Gausman and the Blue Jays bullpen.
I expect Cease to settle in quickly after pitching five scoreless innings to wrap up his Spring Training prep, and he has strong numbers against the A's top hitters. Shea Langeliers, Brent Rooker, and Tyler Soderstrom are a combined 3-for-20 against the right-hander.
Cease will get some leeway to pitch through jams, and John Schneider would surely like to get six innings out of his newest weapon.
- Time: 3:07 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: NBC Sports California, Sportsnet
Fernando Tatis Jr. Over 1.5 total bases [+100]
Fernando Tatis Jr. has gotten off to a sluggish 1-for-8 start in two disappointing San Diego Padres losses, but facing Detroit Tigers starter Jack Flaherty should ignite his offense tonight.
Tatis Jr. has an eye-catching 7-for-13 career record against Flaherty, including four doubles and two homers, and the Tigers starter could be vulnerable after posting a 4.64 ERA in 2025.
The Padres need a spark from their talisman, and Tatis's speed on the basepaths is a recipe for extra-base hits. I’ll take the even odds for him to deliver.
- Time: 8:40 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: Detroit SportsNet, Padres TV
Matt Olson Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBI [-125]
The Atlanta Braves are off to a winning start after a thumping 6-0 victory last night, and Matt Olson wasted no time padding his stat line. The lefty slugger had two hits and a run in the opener, and he’s poised for a similar impact today.
Olson has a .600 batting average in five at-bats against Kansas City Royals righty Michael Wacha, and he’s in a favorable spot in the Atlanta lineup, with Ronald Acuna Jr. and Ozzie Albies hitting ahead of him and Austin Riley looming behind.
I like this price for Olson to help the Braves keep the scoreboard ticking tonight.
- Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: FOX
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