Henry Roldán
Get ready for the start of Major League action next week! At JefeBet, we’re slowly but surely getting you prepared by introducing you to the favorites to win the major offensive and pitching categories in the upcoming season.
This time around, we’re sharing the top candidates in runs scored leader during the 2023 MLB season. Some of these players are seasoned veterans when it comes to racking up runs, while others are hoping to surprise us all by the end of the regular season. Let’s take a look at the front-runners for this exciting category.
All odds are courtesy of DraftKings.
Predictions, Betting Preview, and Favorites to Be the Runs Scored Leader in the MLB During the 2023 Season
Favorites
Aaron Judge (+600) | New York Yankees
On the list of favorites, Aaron Judge is the only one who doesn’t have great speed. However, the Yankees outfielder has something that his competitors don’t: tremendous power at the plate.
In 2017, Judge led the American League in runs scored with 128 thanks to 52 home runs. Last season, no one scored more runs than his impressive 133, fueled by his massive 62 home runs. With his impressive track record, it’s no wonder he’s a fan favorite and a force to be reckoned with in the world of sports betting.
Mookie Betts (+700) | Los Angeles Dodgers
Betts is the perfect candidate to always fight for the lead in runs scored. He not only has the quality to hit above .300, but he’s also fast, adds a lot of extra-base hits, and on top of that, he can hit over 30 home runs in a season.
It’s no wonder he led all Major Leagues in runs scored in the 2018 and 2019 seasons with Boston, crossing the plate 129 and 135 times, respectively. Last year, he was also the leader in the National League with 117 runs scored, and he has scored more than 100 runs in five different seasons throughout his career.
Juan Soto (+800) | San Diego Padres
In order to score a lot of runs in baseball, you need to consistently be on the bases. Juan Soto knows this all too well as he spends a lot of time on the bags. The Padres outfielder has a lifetime OBP of .424, which has helped him score over 110 runs in two of his five MLB seasons.
This year, he’ll be playing with a San Diego team that’s favored to contend for the title. With an offense that’s expected to score a lot of runs, Soto is in a prime position to continue racking up runs for his team.
Sleeper Picks
Ronald Acuña Jr. (+900) | Atlanta Braves
In his first two seasons in the Major Leagues, Braves’ outfielder proved that when he’s healthy, he’s one of the best players in baseball. That’s why in 2019, he led the National League in runs scored with a total of 127.
Acuña’s speed allows him to almost always be in a scoring position, whether it’s by stealing second base or adding extra bases. Although he has only managed to score just over 70 runs in the last two seasons, he hasn’t played more than 120 games in either of those seasons.
Mike Trout (+1000) | Los Angeles Angels
Over the past two seasons, injuries have caused a decline in Mike Trout’s numbers compared to the early years of his career. This decline is also evident in the number of runs he has scored personally.
In his first five full seasons with the Angels, Trout scored at least 100 runs each season, leading all of Major League Baseball in three of those seasons and leading the American League once. However, recent injuries have taken a toll on Trout’s performance, and he has not been able to maintain this level of success.
Dark Horse
Trea Turner (+1200) | Philadelphia Phillies
If you’re a baseball fan, you’re probably familiar with the name Turner. This guy is a run-scoring machine! In fact, he’s scored over 100 runs in three out of the last four seasons –and that’s not even counting the shortened season in 2020. Now, with the Philadelphia Phillies, Turner is a key player for the team to compete at the highest level.
As the team’s shortstop, Turner’s speed and batting skills make him a top contender for the leadoff spot. With a batting average over .300 and the ability to steal up to 43 bases in a single season, he’s a threat to score every time he’s on the base path. And that’s exactly what the Phillies need to succeed in their quest for greatness.
JefeBet Prediction
The World Baseball Classic may not be the best indicator of a player’s future performance, but based on what we saw in the tournament and what we expect from him in Philadelphia, this should be Trea Turner’s year.
After signing a multi-million dollar contract with the Phillies, the shortstop is a frequent visitor to the bases, hitting over .300 with a lifetime OBP of .355, and capable of smashing over 20 home runs. He’s even stolen 43 bases in a single year!
These are all super important qualities to have when you’re on the bases, giving your teammates the chance to bring you home. With Turner’s skills and potential, it’s no wonder he’s poised to have a fantastic season.
Prediction: Trea Turner.
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