Tonight’s main MLB DFS slate is small. And it’s different at DraftKings and FanDuel. It has six games and begins at 6:40 pm ET on FD. Conversely, it has five games and starts at 7:05 pm ET on DK. The suggested picks are narrowed to three pitchers, two stacks, core studs and values/punts.
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Thursday's Starting Pitcher Strategy
Sadly, Logan Webb is a lousy option tonight as the projected bulk pitcher, removing a viable option from the slate. However, the top choice on the table is an exciting pick. The final two pitchers are SP2 options at DK and a contrarian GPP pick at FD.
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Logan Gilbert (SEA) vs. OAK
Gilbert is pitching at a high level this year, and his 3.81 ERA doesn't do his work justice. According to FanGraphs, in nine starts totaling 52.0 innings, he's had a 3.09 xERA, 2.94 xFIP, 1.00 WHIP, 4.9 BB%, 30.6 K% and 28.9 CSW%. So, his underlying stats are much better than his 3.81 ERA.
In an excellent matchup tonight, he can close the gap between his ERA and ERA estimators. The Athletics are tied for 22nd in wRC+(85) and have a 26.4 K% against right-handed pitchers this year. And the betting info is also ideal. Per Betting Pros, the Mariners are -230, and the game's total is 7.5 runs. Gilbert will be chalky. However, he should be as the unquestioned top hurler tonight.
Thursday's Hitter Strategy
The Orioles and Giants are the two most desirable sources of hitters on tonight's small slate. But Turner is also a sweet value option at FD.
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