Friday’s MLB slate is packed with action, and if you’re looking to add some excitement—and maybe a little profit—to your game day, home run bets are where it’s at. After a tough Monday that saw our picks go 0-for-2, our season record sits at 7-23, but we’re still up $800 for those who’ve been following along with $100 wagers. The key is staying sharp, and today we’ve got two young hitters who are primed to go deep.

First up is Nick Kurtz of the Athletics. After smashing 36 homers as a rookie in 2025, his five dingers through 167 plate appearances this season might feel like a slow start. But don’t let the numbers fool you—Kurtz is crushing the ball. Among 274 qualified batters, he ranks in the top 60 for barrels per plate appearance (7.9%), top 22 for barrels per batted-ball event (16.5%), and an eye-popping sixth in hard-hit rate (58.2%). His fly-ball and line-drive exit velocity (99.5 mph) is fifth-best in the league, and his launch-angle sweet-spot rate (41.8%) is tied for 20th.

What really makes Kurtz dangerous? He’s a lefty who feasts on right-handed pitching. All five of his homers this year have come against righties, and 32 of his 41 career homers have been launched off them. With a 13.0-degree launch angle and a solid 35.4% fly-ball rate, his batted-ball profile screams “more homers coming.” The platoon advantage is his best friend, and Friday’s matchup should give him every chance to add to that tally.

Then there’s the other young gun on our radar: Baldwin. While the details are still unfolding, the buzz around his raw power and recent form makes him a compelling pick. Pairing him with Kurtz gives us two shots at the long ball, and with the odds in our favor, this feels like a prime opportunity to bounce back from Monday’s slump.

Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or just looking to spice up your baseball viewing, these two hitters offer real value. Keep an eye on the lineups, trust the data, and let’s see if we can send one—or two—over the fence tonight.