With only eight games on the schedule, Monday's MLB action presents various opportunities for betting enthusiasts, particularly in home run prop betting. The standout matchup features the Yankees versus the Guardians, both teams vying for division supremacy, while other stadiums are primed for home run action.

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Top Home Run Picks for Monday:

• Yordan Alvarez (+250, Fanatics)
• Jackson Chourio (+290, FanDuel)
• William Contreras (+410, bet365)

Yordan Alvarez stands out as a strong candidate for a home run, especially against Grayson Rodriguez, who has struggled recently, allowing four home runs over his last three starts. Alvarez's stats reveal he has hit eight home runs in 77 plate appearances against left-handed pitchers this season, making this matchup particularly favorable.

Chourio and Contreras are also intriguing bets, especially with Jeffrey Springs allowing significant home runs recently. The conditions in Las Vegas, where the game is set, are conducive to scoring, with total runs expected to rise. Chourio has shown promise against lefties, while Contreras has already hit two homers against them this season.

Additionally, Trent Grisham offers value at better than +500, with Gavin Williams allowing eight home runs to lefties this year. Bettors should keep an eye on these players as the games unfold.