Daily Dingers for Thursday (August 13th): Best & Most Fun Home Run Bets

We have a short slate of games on the diamond on Thursday, but there are still more than enough spots to find some winning plays. For my Daily Dingers for Thursday (August 13th): Best & Most Fun Home Run Bets, we’re off to the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, and Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. Let’s get this money!

Daily Dingers for Thursday (August 13th): Best & Most Fun Home Run Bets

Philadelphia Phillies vs Minnesota Twins

Start Time: 7:30 PM EST

They built it, so the Philadelphia Phillies and the Minnesota Twins are coming. The Field of Dreams game goes down Thursday night in a cornfield in Iowa, and look for the Twins to hit some balls out.

That’s because the top gopher ball pitcher in the majors this year, Aaron Nola, who has allowed 29 long balls, is getting the start for the Phillies. The Twins’ Josh Bell has three career dingers against Nola, so I’m going with him on Thursday.

Best Bet: Josh Bell (+454)

Texas Rangers vs Los Angeles Angels

Start Time: 10:07 PM EST

It wouldn’t be a home run prop column without a visit to the West Coast. We’re headed to Anaheim, where the Los Angeles Angels host the Texas Rangers.

The Angels’ Zach Neto is tied for the team lead with 20 home runs this season, and has taken opposing pitcher Jacob deGrom yard twice in his career.

Best Bet: Zach Neto (+460)

Bonus Bet: Alex Bregman (+610)

2026 Overall Record: 26-130 (17%)
Profit (based on $100/bet): -($397.00)
Return on Investment: -3%