Thursday’s MLB slate is a strong one for player props and pitching spots, making it a great board for MLB parlays today. There are several NRFI opportunities early, along with hitters in good form for total bases and H/R/RBI props, plus a handful of pitchers in position to rack up strikeouts.

If you’re playing MLB parlays today, this slate sets up well to mix safer legs like NRFI and prop bets with a few higher-upside home run plays and game totals later in the action.

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Best MLB Parlays Today (April 16, 2026)

Below are today’s featured MLB parlays available on DraftKings Sportsbook. Click “Add to Bet Slip” to add the parlay to your bet slip instantly in the DraftKings app.

MLB NRFI Prop Parlay

Count on these matchups to have no runs scored in the first inning!

• WAS @ PIT: No Runs 1st Inning
• SF @ CIN: No Runs 1st Inning
• KC @ DET: No Runs 1st Inning
• LAA @ NYY: No Runs 1st Inning

MLB 2+ Total Bases Parlay

Total Bases: Henderson 40 | Turang 32 | Witt Jr. 20

• Gunnar Henderson 2+ Total Bases
• Brice Turang 2+ Total Bases
• Bobby Witt Jr. 2+ Total Bases

MLB 5+ Strikeouts Prop Parlay

Back these 5 pitchers to deliver 5+ strikeouts on Thursday!

• Braxton Ashcraft 5+ Strikeouts
• Foster Griffin 5+ Strikeouts
• Chase Burns 5+ Strikeouts
• Landen Roupp 5+ Strikeouts
• Kris Bubic 5+ Strikeouts

MLB 2+ H/R/RBI Player Prop Parlay

Back these hitters to continue producing across the board at the plate.

• Gunnar Henderson 2+ Hits + Runs + RBIs
• Taylor Ward 2+ Hits + Runs + RBIs
• Chase DeLauter 2+ Hits + Runs + RBIs
• Jose Ramirez 2+ Hits + Runs + RBIs

MLB Home Team Moneyline Parlay

Take these teams to win in front of their home crowd on Thursday!

• PIT Pirates to Win (vs WAS)
• CIN Reds to Win (vs SF)
• DET Tigers to Win (vs KC)
• MIL Brewers to Win (vs TOR)

MLB Home Run & Longshot Parlays Today

Looking for a high-odds MLB longshot parlay today? These home run parlays feature higher-risk, higher-reward combinations built around some of the top power hitters in the league, offering big-time payout potential.

Pete Alonso & Jose Ramirez Home Run Parlay

Take Alonso & Ramirez to each hit a home run on Thursday night!

• Pete Alonso 1+ Home Run
• Jose Ramirez 1+ Home Run

Gary Sanchez & Gunnar Henderson Home Run Parlay

These players lead their team in HRs | Back them to go yard!

• Gary Sanchez 1+ Home Run
• Gunnar Henderson 1+ Home Run

MLB 1+ RBI Player Prop Parlay

RBIs on season: Turang (11) Diaz (16) Henderson (13)

• Brice Turang 1+ RBI
• Yandy Diaz 1+ RBI
• Gunnar Henderson 1+ RBI

MLB Moneyline Longshot Parlay

Take these favorites to win in their Thursday matchups!

• TEX Rangers to Win (@ ATH)
• CLE Guardians to Win (vs BAL)
• HOU Astros to Win (vs COL)
• SEA Mariners to Win (@ SD)
• TB Rays to Win (@ CWS)

MLB Game Total Parlay

Take these offenses to struggle & hit the under in total runs!

• TEX @ ATH: Under 8.5 Runs
• BAL @ CLE: Under 8 Runs
• COL @ HOU: Under 8.5 Runs
• SEA @ SD: Under 8 Runs

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MLB Parlays FAQ

We update our MLB parlays daily to reflect the latest odds, matchups, and player prop markets available on DraftKings Sportsbook.

What is an MLB parlay?

An MLB parlay combines multiple bets—such as moneylines, totals, or player props—into one wager. Each leg must win for the parlay to cash, but the payout is higher compared to placing individual bets.

What are the best MLB parlay strategies?

Many bettors focus on player props like hits, total bases, or strikeouts when building MLB parlays, as these markets can offer more consistency than full-game outcomes. Mixing safer legs with one higher-odds pick is a common strategy to balance risk and reward.

Are MLB player prop parlays better than moneyline parlays?

MLB player prop parlays are popular because they rely on individual performance rather than full team results, which can be more volatile in baseball. However, both approaches can be effective depending on matchups, odds, and betting style.

Are MLB longshot parlays worth it?

MLB longshot parlays, such as home run combinations, offer high potential payouts but come with increased risk. They’re best used in smaller wagers as part of a balanced betting approach.

Can I add these MLB parlays directly to DraftKings?

Yes. Click “Add to Bet Slip” on any featured parlay above to place your wager instantly in the DraftKings Sportsbook app.

What other types of MLB parlays are available?

In addition to today’s MLB parlays, DraftKings Network covers same game parlays, player prop parlays, longshot bets, and multi-sport parlay picks throughout the season.

Check back daily for updated MLB parlays, player props, and best bets across the slate on DraftKings Sportsbook.