Tonight’s MLB DFS main slate has seven games. It begins at the unconventional time of 7:20 pm ET at DraftKings and FanDuel. The following picks for starting pitchers, stacks, core studs and values/punts are narrowed to fit the medium size of the slate.
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Monday's Starting Pitcher Strategy
One pitcher is easily ahead of the others on a slate with a lackluster group of options. The second listed pitcher is a rock-solid SP2 at DK. Finally, the last pitcher on the table is adequate but benefits from an ideal matchup.
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Luis Castillo (SEA) vs. OAK
Castillo hasn't been in his best form in his previous three starts. Still, his numbers for the whole season are stellar. According to FanGraphs, Castillo has a 3.23 ERA, 3.83 xERA, 3.45 xFIP, 1.05 WHIP, 5.3 BB%, 27.8 K% and 28.6 CSW% in nine starts this year, totaling 51.2 innings.
Additionally, Castillo has dazzled at home since the Mariners traded for him last year. In 11 turns in Seattle for the Mariners, Castillo has had six quality starts, a 2.00 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 11.4 K/9. The matchup and betting info is perfect, too.
The Athletics are tied for 22nd in wRC+ (87) and have a 26.2 K% against righties this year. Oakland is also 21st in wRC+ (90) and has a 25.4 K% in the last 14 days. So, understandably, the Mariners are -305, and the game's total is 7.5 runs, per BettingPros.
Monday's Hitter Strategy
The top-shelf hitters in Atlanta's lineup are the core studs tonight. The Mariners also have a useful stack. Gamers should also keep tabs on tonight's lineups at Coors Field. However, instead of stacking the Rockies or Marlins, I prefer using only one or two hitters to get exposure.
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