Popular 2026 MLB Futures Bets on FanDuel Sportsbook
You can smell the hotdogs and hear the crack of the bat. MLB Opening Day is nearly here. Take a look at some of the most popular MLB futures bets heading into the 2026 season.
What’s a Futures Bet?
For starters, a futures bet is a wager placed on an outcome that will be decided later in the season or postseason—often weeks or months away.
These bets range from championship winners to individual player awards and performance milestones.
Popular 2026 MLB Futures Bets
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Most Bet-On Teams
The reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers are attracting the most action for both World Series Winner and National League Winner bets. In the American League, the New York Yankees lead the pack as the favorite to win the pennant.
Most Bet-On Players
When it comes to individual honors, bettors are backing these players the most:
- AL MVP - Roman Anthony
- NL MVP - Bryce Harper
- AL Cy Young - Kyle Bradish
- NL Cy Young - Mason Miller
- AL Rookie of the Year - Kevin McGonigle
- NL Rookie of the Year - Konnor Griffin
Popular Prop Bets
Player props let you wager on a specific player's season-long stats. Here are two drawing heavy interest:
- Roman Anthony Over 22.5 Home Runs
- Shohei Ohtani Under 143.5 Strikeouts
*Data as of March 23, 2026*
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