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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Wheeler | PHI | $12,800 | 25.44 | 1.99 |
| Luis Castillo | SEA | $9,600 | 18.75 | 1.95 |
| Justin Steele | CHC | $9,000 | 17.97 | 2.00 |
| Mitch Keller | PIT | $9,700 | 16.95 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Gibson | STL | $7,300 | 15.69 | 2.15 |
| Sean Manaea | NYM | $7,800 | 15.66 | 2.01 |
| Justin Steele | CHC | $9,000 | 17.97 | 2.00 |
| Zack Wheeler | PHI | $12,800 | 25.44 | 1.99 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Contreras | MIL | $5,700 | 9.90 | 1.74 |
| Willson Contreras | STL | $5,600 | 9.44 | 1.69 |
| Jonah Heim | TEX | $4,200 | 8.58 | 2.04 |
| J.T. Realmuto | PHI | $8,600 | 8.58 | 1.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jakson Reetz | SF | $3,000 | 7.19 | 2.40 |
| Nick Fortes | MIA | $2,200 | 5.02 | 2.28 |
| Gary Sanchez | MIL | $3,100 | 7.07 | 2.28 |
| Andrew Knizner | TEX | $2,600 | 5.63 | 2.16 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Contreras | MIL | $5,700 | 9.90 | 1.74 |
| Bryce Harper | PHI | $9,600 | 9.53 | 0.99 |
| Willson Contreras | STL | $5,600 | 9.44 | 1.69 |
| Freddie Freeman | LAD | $5,800 | 9.21 | 1.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jakson Reetz | SF | $3,000 | 7.19 | 2.40 |
| Nolan Schanuel | LAA | $3,300 | 7.79 | 2.36 |
| Nick Fortes | MIA | $2,200 | 5.02 | 2.28 |
| Gary Sanchez | MIL | $3,100 | 7.07 | 2.28 |
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Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryson Stott | PHI | $7,400 | 9.28 | 1.25 |
| Thairo Estrada | SF | $5,800 | 9.23 | 1.59 |
| Nico Hoerner | CHC | $4,400 | 9.05 | 2.06 |
| Marcus Semien | TEX | $5,500 | 8.88 | 1.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Massey | KC | $3,300 | 7.58 | 2.30 |
| Andruw Monasterio | MIL | $2,200 | 4.96 | 2.26 |
| Gavin Lux | LAD | $2,800 | 6.00 | 2.14 |
| Nicky Lopez | CWS | $2,300 | 4.89 | 2.13 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Witt Jr. | KC | $6,200 | 10.19 | 1.64 |
| Francisco Lindor | NYM | $5,000 | 10.12 | 2.02 |
| Jose Caballero | TB | $4,400 | 8.23 | 1.87 |
| Willy Adames | MIL | $4,500 | 8.05 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul DeJong | CWS | $2,500 | 6.05 | 2.42 |
| Zach Neto | LAA | $2,900 | 6.76 | 2.33 |
| Dylan Moore | SEA | $3,200 | 7.03 | 2.20 |
| Francisco Lindor | NYM | $5,000 | 10.12 | 2.02 |
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Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Muncy | LAD | $4,600 | 9.79 | 2.13 |
| Josh Rojas | SEA | $3,400 | 9.20 | 2.71 |
| Jose Ramirez | CLE | $5,900 | 9.03 | 1.53 |
| Christopher Morel | CHC | $4,500 | 8.51 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Harris | OAK | $2,600 | 8.27 | 3.18 |
| Jose Fermin | STL | $2,100 | 5.82 | 2.77 |
| Josh Rojas | SEA | $3,400 | 9.20 | 2.71 |
| Davis Wendzel | TEX | $2,100 | 5.28 | 2.52 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Rooker | OAK | $4,000 | 10.12 | 2.53 |
| Josh Lowe | TB | $4,500 | 9.97 | 2.21 |
| Kyle Schwarber | PHI | $9,200 | 9.62 | 1.05 |
| Esteury Ruiz | OAK | $4,300 | 9.51 | 2.21 |
| Jazz Chisholm Jr. | MIA | $5,300 | 9.30 | 1.75 |
| Riley Greene | DET | $5,100 | 9.29 | 1.82 |
| Julio Rodriguez | SEA | $5,000 | 8.98 | 1.80 |
| Fernando Tatis Jr. | SD | $5,100 | 8.96 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonny DeLuca | TB | $2,500 | 8.38 | 3.35 |
| Willie Calhoun | LAA | $2,500 | 8.04 | 3.22 |
| Dairon Blanco | KC | $2,400 | 7.55 | 3.15 |
| Robbie Grossman | CWS | $2,600 | 7.96 | 3.06 |
| Jo Adell | LAA | $3,200 | 8.21 | 2.57 |
| Brent Rooker | OAK | $4,000 | 10.12 | 2.53 |
| Mickey Moniak | LAA | $2,900 | 7.33 | 2.53 |
| DJ Stewart | NYM | $3,200 | 8.07 | 2.52 |
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.