The Milwaukee Brewers are one victory away from matching the longest winning streak of the 2025 <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/baseball/mlb/”>MLB season, standing at 12 consecutive wins as of August 15. With the best record in baseball at 76-44, they prepare for a series against the Cincinnati Reds. Meanwhile, Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is set to take the mound against the Washington Nationals, making his Over 7.5 strikeouts prop bet an attractive option for bettors on this date. Wheeler’s strikeout ability remains a vital factor for MLB player prop bets on August 15.
The SportsLine Projection Model, renowned for its 10,000-game simulations, has produced consistent MLB moneyline profits, boasting a 31-23 record in Week 21 of the 2025 season. Its expertise extends to home run props, generating over 55 units in profit this year. Following the model’s projections can offer bettors strong insights for finding value among player prop bets on August 15, including Zack Wheeler’s strikeout total.
Top MLB Player Prop Bets for August 15
Key MLB player props identified for August 15 include:
- Zack Wheeler, Phillies – Over 7.5 strikeouts at +100 odds
- Elly De La Cruz, Reds – Over 0.5 stolen bases at +425 odds
- Jacob deGrom, Rangers – Over 5.5 strikeouts at +100 odds
Current Sportsbook Promotions Supporting MLB Player Props Wagers
Several sportsbooks are offering promotional bonuses to entice new users who want to wager on MLB player props this Friday. FanDuel’s promo grants $300 in bonus bets if the user’s first $5 wager wins. Bet365 provides $150 in bonus bets for users placing an initial bet of $5 or more. DraftKings offers $200 in instant bonus bets along with $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket access.
Other sportsbooks have different structures to reward new bettors. BetMGM covers the first bet with up to $1,500 in bonus bets but requires users to wager at least $1,500 for full eligibility. Fanatics Sportsbook allocates up to $1,000 in FanCash, which requires daily wagers of $100 across 10 consecutive days. Caesars Sportsbook opts for profit boosts, giving users ten 100% profit boosts after wagering $1 or more.
Why Zack Wheeler’s Strikeout Prop Is a Valuable Bet on August 15
Zack Wheeler will start for the Phillies against the Nationals in Washington. While Wheeler’s strikeout rate is higher at home—averaging nine strikeouts per game—versus 7.4 on the road, the projection model anticipates about 7.6 strikeouts for him in this outing. Given Caesars Sportsbook offers odds of +100 on Wheeler surpassing 7.5 strikeouts, this creates a positive expected value compared to negative odds at most other sportsbooks.
Wheeler has recorded at least eight strikeouts in eight of his last ten starts, including eight strikeouts over six innings during the Nationals’ home opener. He ranks second in MLB with 189 strikeouts and averages 8.2 strikeouts per start this season. The availability of Caesars’ latest promo, granting ten 100% profit boosts on $1 bets, adds further incentive to back Wheeler’s strikeout total on August 15.
“Wheeler has at least eight strikeouts in eight of his last 10 starts, and he had eight strikeouts over six innings in Washington on Opening Day.” —Inside the Lines Team
Elly De La Cruz’s Chances to Extend His Stolen Base Streak
Elly De La Cruz, tied for fifth in MLB with 31 stolen bases this season, presents an aggressive prop opportunity by going over 0.5 stolen bases at +425 odds. Facing the red-hot Brewers, the Cincinnati Reds will likely need to leverage speed and aggression to disrupt Milwaukee’s lengthy winning streak. De La Cruz swiped two bases in his most recent game against the Brewers and has recorded at least one hit in six of his last eight contests.
Coming off a league-leading 67 stolen bases last season as one of baseball’s fastest and most athletic players, the 23-year-old De La Cruz offers enticing value for bettors seeking upside in stolen base props. DraftKings’ promotion for new users includes $200 in instant bonus bets with an initial $5 wager, complementing the appealing odds on De La Cruz’s stolen base attempt.
“Cruz had two stolen bases in his last game against the Brewers, so he’s not afraid to run against Milwaukee.” —Inside the Lines Team
Jacob deGrom’s Strikeout Potential for the Rangers on August 15
Jacob deGrom, pitching for the Texas Rangers, is projected for over 5.5 strikeouts at even odds on August 15. The model forecasts 6.05 strikeouts for the 37-year-old veteran, reflecting a resurgence akin to his former Cy Young-winning dominance. Despite a higher ERA of 6.88 in his past three starts, deGrom has still managed at least eight strikeouts in two of those outings and tallied six or more strikeouts in nine of his previous eleven starts.
FanDuel’s promo offers $300 in bonus bets if a new user’s first $5 wager wins, making this a lucrative proposition for bettors who want to back deGrom’s strikeout total. The projection model‘s confidence combined with plus money odds encourages consideration of this bet among Friday’s top MLB player props.
“The model projects deGrom for 6.05 strikeouts, and loves the chance to play another plus-money strikeout Over at his projection.” —Inside the Lines Team
Utilizing the MLB Home Run, Stolen Base, and Strikeout Projections Cheat Sheet
The Inside the Lines team powers the SportsLine Model, which identifies high-value player prop bets based on projections matched against market betting lines. Bettors can consult the cheat sheet, detailing leading projections for home runs, stolen bases, and strikeouts each day, to seek discrepancies between model values and sportsbook lines to optimize betting value.
Zack Wheeler’s road versus home strikeout split is notably different, averaging nine strikeouts at home compared to 7.4 on the road, with this outing’s projection factoring in the Washington road environment at 7.6 strikeouts. Typically priced between -110 and -120, positive moneyline odds of +105 at Bet365 and Caesars early on August 15 add further value for wagering on Wheeler surpassing 7.5 strikeouts.
“Zack Wheeler’s road vs home strikeout split average is striking with 9 at home vs ‘just’ 7.4 on the road. Our projection of 7.6 at Washington reflects this.” —Inside the Lines Team
Expanded MLB Player Prop Projections and Analysis for August 15
In addition to the highlighted player prop bets, SportsLine offers daily, real-time access to projections for an extensive range of player props. Bettors seeking to capitalize on detailed data and expert analysis can review the latest model updates to identify opportunities beyond the marquee names, enhancing their chances of profitable MLB wagers across different sportsbooks on August 15.
Following these projections can assist bettors in navigating complex markets, taking advantage of evolving lines and promotions to maximize expected value on player prop bets this MLB season.