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Top 5 MLB Batter vs. Pitcher (BvP) DFS & Streaming Picks: Friday (Fantasy Baseball)

Top 5 MLB Batter vs. Pitcher (BvP) DFS & Streaming Picks: Friday (Fantasy Baseball)

Today, we’ll be diving into the top batter vs. pitcher (BvP) matchups for daily fantasy baseball on FanDuel and DraftKings. These matchups are based on historical starting pitcher vs. batter statistics for MLB players scheduled to face each other today. Utilizing BvP data can be a valuable tool when setting your DFS lineups, as it helps identify players who have performed well against specific pitchers in the past. So, without further ado, let’s get into our top picks and why you should consider them for your DFS lineups today. Don’t forget to check out our DFS Lineup Optimizer for more lineup-building assistance.

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Today’s Batter vs. Pitcher (BvP) Matchups to Target

  1. Trey Mancini vs Sonny Gray (MIN vs. CHC): In 18 plate appearances, Mancini has a batting average (BA) of .467 and an On-Base Plus Slugging (OPS) of 1.356, which includes 7 hits, 2 doubles, and 1 home run. His high BA and OPS show his ability to get on base and hit for power against Gray, making him a top pick for today’s games.
  2. Jurickson Profar vs Taijuan Walker (PHI vs. COL): With a BA of .444 and an impressive OPS of 1.657 in 11 plate appearances against Walker, Profar has demonstrated great production with 4 hits and 2 home runs. His strong track record makes him a reliable choice for today’s lineup.
  3. Adolis Garcia vs Ken Waldichuk (OAK vs. TEX): While Garcia has only had 3 plate appearances against Waldichuk, he boasts a perfect BA and OPS of 1.000, with 2 hits, 1 double, and 1 home run. Despite the limited data, his strong performance suggests high-scoring potential.
  4. Yandy Diaz vs Gerrit Cole (NYY vs. TBR): Diaz has faced Cole 39 times and has a solid BA of .351 and OPS of .871, recording 13 hits, 2 doubles, and 1 home run. Given his substantial number of plate appearances and consistent performance, Diaz is a safe bet.
  5. Dansby Swanson vs Sonny Gray (MIN vs. CHC): In 6 plate appearances, Swanson has a high BA of .600 and an OPS of 1.867, including 3 hits, 1 double, and 1 triple. Though the sample size is small, his strong hitting against Gray makes him a worthy consideration.

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