As the MLB trade deadline looms on Monday afternoon, attention turns to potential home run bets, especially with players like Hunter Goodman of the Colorado Rockies possibly changing teams. Goodman stands out as the only player in the Top 10 home run leaderboard likely to be traded before the deadline.

Tonight, the Rockies host the Kansas City Royals, but the matchup lacks excitement for home run betting due to unfavorable conditions. Meanwhile, a matinee between the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field also fails to inspire confidence in prop bets. Fortunately, weather conditions across MLB appear favorable for Friday.

For those interested in home run prop betting, here are the top picks for July 31:

• Mookie Betts, Dodgers (+520, FanDuel)
• Willy Adames, Giants (+450, DraftKings)

Betts, a former AL MVP, faces his former team, the Boston Red Sox, in a game that could be a World Series preview. Despite a decline in his performance, with a career-low batting average of .232 and only 13 homers this season, Betts has a solid track record against Ranger Suarez, boasting a 1.357 OPS in 12 at-bats against him.

On the other hand, Willy Adames of the Giants takes on the San Diego Padres. Adames benefits from facing German Marquez, who has struggled this season, allowing 12 homers in just 11 appearances. Although the Giants have not been known for power hitters recently, Adames presents a valuable opportunity in this matchup.

As the games unfold, keep an eye on these players, as they could turn the odds in your favor.