Looking to add some action to a packed Wednesday MLB slate? Betting expert Phil Naessens has pinpointed three standout player props where the matchups scream opportunity. Whether you're tracking the games from the stands or your couch, these insights highlight the players poised for a big night.

First up, Cincinnati's electrifying shortstop Elly De La Cruz. He faces the Giants' Tyler Mahle at the hitter-friendly Great American Ball Park under ideal conditions—83 degrees with the wind blowing out. Mahle has been allowing hits at a steady clip, and De La Cruz, who has cleared his total bases prop in three of his last four, needs just one solid connection to cash this plus-money bet. The stage is set for a showcase of his explosive talent.

Next, consider Pittsburgh's Oneil Cruz, who is simply on fire. Sporting a stellar .328/.400/.597 slash line, his elite barrel rates and exit velocity show he's punishing mistakes. Tonight's assignment? A struggling Washington Nationals pitching staff, starting with Jake Irvin and his 7.07 ERA, backed by the league's worst bullpen. For nine full innings, Cruz will see hittable pitching, making his total bases prop a very appealing target for your MLB picks.

Finally, could last night be the spark for Kyle Tucker? The Dodgers' star broke a slump with a game-winning RBI single and now faces Mets reliever-turned-starter Clay Holmes. Tucker has historically crushed right-handed pitching (.871 OPS), and Holmes relies heavily on a sinker—a pitch Tucker has taken deep before. With the winds blowing out at Dodger Stadium, one misplaced sinker could see Tucker add to his highlight reel in a hurry.

As always, odds are dynamic and can change. Use these insights to inform your view of tonight's games, where individual performances are set to shine under the lights.