Definition of To Hit First Home Run

What does the term "to hit first home run" mean in the world of baseball betting? What is meant by the term "to hit first home run"?

With the "to hit first home run" line, you are simply betting on which player (from either team) will hit the first home run of the game.

For instance - let's say that the Philadelphia Phillies are playing the Texas Rangers.

The top five "to hit first home run" lines for the game might look like this:

Marcus Semien, +600
Kyle Schwarber, +800
Corey Seager, +900
Adolis Garcia, +950
Trea Turner, +1100

If there are NO home runs in a game, all of the bets are voided and you will get your money back (check with your sportsbook to verify).

If you bet on Marcus Semien and he hits the first home run of the game, you would receive a total profit of $600 for every $100 that you wagered.

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Bettors love including these lines in Same Game Parlays, as it really helps to increase the potential returns.