Daily Player Picks
Updated Throughout the Day
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Woodruff | MIL | $10,800 | 24.58 | 2.28 |
| Charlie Morton | ATL | $9,500 | 20.96 | 2.21 |
| Logan Gilbert | SEA | $10,200 | 20.67 | 2.03 |
| Framber Valdez | HOU | $9,900 | 20.24 | 2.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Rodon | NYY | $6,900 | 16.20 | 2.35 |
| Brandon Woodruff | MIL | $10,800 | 24.58 | 2.28 |
| Nick Pivetta | BOS | $7,200 | 16.00 | 2.22 |
| Charlie Morton | ATL | $9,500 | 20.96 | 2.21 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Contreras | MIL | $5,100 | 10.80 | 2.12 |
| Logan Porter | KC | $3,500 | 8.89 | 2.54 |
| Drew Millas | WAS | $2,600 | 8.60 | 3.31 |
| Mitch Garver | TEX | $4,500 | 8.58 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Millas | WAS | $2,600 | 8.60 | 3.31 |
| Shea Langeliers | OAK | $2,900 | 8.27 | 2.85 |
| James McCann | BAL | $2,800 | 7.34 | 2.62 |
| Tyler Heineman | TOR | $2,000 | 5.13 | 2.56 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Contreras | MIL | $5,100 | 10.80 | 2.12 |
| Matt Olson | ATL | $6,600 | 10.80 | 1.64 |
| Pete Alonso | NYM | $5,300 | 9.59 | 1.81 |
| Carlos Santana | MIL | $3,800 | 9.49 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Millas | WAS | $2,600 | 8.60 | 3.31 |
| Shea Langeliers | OAK | $2,900 | 8.27 | 2.85 |
| Ryan Noda | OAK | $3,100 | 8.75 | 2.82 |
| Jared Walsh | LAA | $2,700 | 7.13 | 2.64 |
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Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Altuve | HOU | $6,400 | 11.59 | 1.81 |
| Ozzie Albies | ATL | $5,900 | 10.39 | 1.76 |
| Davis Schneider | TOR | $5,300 | 10.20 | 1.93 |
| Nico Hoerner | CHC | $9,200 | 10.07 | 1.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andy Ibanez | DET | $3,000 | 8.45 | 2.82 |
| Edouard Julien | MIN | $3,700 | 9.22 | 2.49 |
| Ronny Mauricio | NYM | $3,500 | 8.59 | 2.46 |
| Lenyn Sosa | CWS | $2,500 | 6.08 | 2.43 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | PHI | $6,300 | 12.19 | 1.94 |
| Bobby Witt Jr. | KC | $6,000 | 11.24 | 1.87 |
| Corey Seager | TEX | $6,700 | 10.65 | 1.59 |
| CJ Abrams | WAS | $4,700 | 10.08 | 2.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Fletcher | LAA | $2,000 | 6.53 | 3.26 |
| Nick Allen | OAK | $2,000 | 5.47 | 2.73 |
| Joey Wendle | MIA | $2,300 | 5.97 | 2.60 |
| Gabriel Arias | CLE | $2,600 | 6.09 | 2.34 |
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Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royce Lewis | MIN | $5,100 | 11.90 | 2.33 |
| Austin Riley | ATL | $5,800 | 10.42 | 1.80 |
| Alex Bregman | HOU | $5,600 | 10.01 | 1.79 |
| Jose Ramirez | CLE | $5,700 | 9.71 | 1.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juniel Querecuto | STL | $2,000 | 4.90 | 2.45 |
| Mark Vientos | NYM | $2,400 | 5.88 | 2.45 |
| Eduardo Escobar | LAA | $2,500 | 6.05 | 2.42 |
| Royce Lewis | MIN | $5,100 | 11.90 | 2.33 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yordan Alvarez | HOU | $6,200 | 11.54 | 1.86 |
| Julio Rodriguez | SEA | $6,600 | 11.02 | 1.67 |
| Fernando Tatis Jr. | SD | $5,900 | 10.67 | 1.81 |
| Juan Soto | SD | $5,700 | 10.49 | 1.84 |
| Aaron Judge | NYY | $6,500 | 10.44 | 1.61 |
| Kyle Schwarber | PHI | $5,700 | 10.33 | 1.81 |
| Jazz Chisholm Jr. | MIA | $5,000 | 10.32 | 2.06 |
| Mike Yastrzemski | SF | $8,800 | 9.80 | 1.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Phillips | LAA | $2,300 | 7.91 | 3.44 |
| Blake Perkins | MIL | $2,000 | 6.70 | 3.35 |
| Tyrone Taylor | MIL | $2,800 | 9.18 | 3.28 |
| Jose Azocar | SD | $2,200 | 6.95 | 3.16 |
| Dairon Blanco | KC | $2,500 | 7.79 | 3.12 |
| Mark Canha | MIL | $3,100 | 9.68 | 3.12 |
| Tim Locastro | NYM | $2,000 | 6.07 | 3.04 |
| Lawrence Butler | OAK | $2,100 | 6.30 | 3.00 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.