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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesus Luzardo | PHI | $9,500 | 21.48 | 2.26 |
| Nolan McLean | NYM | $9,700 | 20.61 | 2.13 |
| Shota Imanaga | CHC | $8,400 | 16.71 | 1.99 |
| Connelly Early | BOS | $8,000 | 16.00 | 2.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesus Luzardo | PHI | $9,500 | 21.48 | 2.26 |
| Rhett Lowder | CIN | $6,300 | 13.76 | 2.18 |
| Grant Holmes | ATL | $7,300 | 15.62 | 2.14 |
| Nolan McLean | NYM | $9,700 | 20.61 | 2.13 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shea Langeliers | ATH | $4,900 | 11.58 | 2.36 |
| Cal Raleigh | SEA | $9,600 | 9.71 | 1.01 |
| Drake Baldwin | ATL | $4,300 | 9.56 | 2.22 |
| Gary Sanchez | MIL | $3,000 | 9.28 | 3.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sanchez | MIL | $3,000 | 9.28 | 3.09 |
| Kyle Higashioka | TEX | $2,500 | 7.26 | 2.90 |
| Christian Vazquez | HOU | $2,000 | 5.73 | 2.86 |
| Austin Wynns | ATH | $2,400 | 6.52 | 2.72 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shea Langeliers | ATH | $4,900 | 11.58 | 2.36 |
| Michael Busch | CHC | $5,100 | 11.07 | 2.17 |
| Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | TOR | $5,900 | 10.63 | 1.80 |
| Matt Olson | ATL | $4,900 | 10.46 | 2.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJ Rumfield | COL | $2,400 | 7.84 | 3.27 |
| Andres Chaparro | WSH | $2,100 | 6.58 | 3.13 |
| Gary Sanchez | MIL | $3,000 | 9.28 | 3.09 |
| Josh Bell | MIN | $3,000 | 8.99 | 3.00 |
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Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Keaschall | MIN | $4,200 | 9.33 | 2.22 |
| JJ Wetherholt | STL | $3,100 | 8.93 | 2.88 |
| Brandon Lowe | PIT | $4,400 | 8.62 | 1.96 |
| Brice Turang | MIL | $4,700 | 7.98 | 1.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JJ Wetherholt | STL | $3,100 | 8.93 | 2.88 |
| Luke Keaschall | MIN | $4,200 | 9.33 | 2.22 |
| Marcus Semien | NYM | $3,000 | 6.64 | 2.21 |
| Chase Meidroth | CWS | $3,500 | 6.87 | 1.96 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Pena | HOU | $4,400 | 9.95 | 2.26 |
| Zach Neto | LAA | $4,600 | 9.87 | 2.15 |
| Bobby Witt Jr. | KC | $6,300 | 9.74 | 1.55 |
| Trea Turner | PHI | $5,300 | 9.69 | 1.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Ortiz | MIL | $2,500 | 7.21 | 2.88 |
| Thomas Saggese | STL | $2,100 | 5.92 | 2.82 |
| Andres Gimenez | TOR | $2,700 | 7.38 | 2.73 |
| Carson Williams | TB | $2,600 | 6.07 | 2.33 |
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Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Ramirez | CLE | $9,800 | 10.14 | 1.03 |
| Junior Caminero | TB | $5,800 | 8.95 | 1.54 |
| Alex Bregman | CHC | $4,400 | 8.59 | 1.95 |
| Alec Bohm | PHI | $4,000 | 8.30 | 2.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brady House | WSH | $2,700 | 7.03 | 2.60 |
| Kyle Karros | COL | $2,300 | 5.25 | 2.28 |
| Brett Baty | NYM | $3,200 | 7.04 | 2.20 |
| Royce Lewis | MIN | $3,200 | 7.05 | 2.20 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byron Buxton | MIN | $5,700 | 10.61 | 1.86 |
| George Springer | TOR | $5,500 | 10.47 | 1.90 |
| Chase DeLauter | CLE | $7,000 | 10.46 | 1.49 |
| Mike Trout | LAA | $4,700 | 10.43 | 2.22 |
| Juan Soto | NYM | $6,200 | 10.27 | 1.66 |
| Pete Crow-Armstrong | CHC | $5,400 | 10.23 | 1.89 |
| Kyle Schwarber | PHI | $6,100 | 9.99 | 1.64 |
| Ronald Acuna Jr. | ATL | $6,000 | 9.97 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Wiemer | WSH | $2,600 | 8.19 | 3.15 |
| Carson Benge | NYM | $2,800 | 8.44 | 3.01 |
| Brandon Lockridge | MIL | $2,000 | 5.77 | 2.88 |
| Dane Myers | CIN | $2,200 | 6.27 | 2.85 |
| Denzel Clarke | ATH | $2,300 | 6.35 | 2.76 |
| Dylan Beavers | BAL | $2,500 | 6.87 | 2.75 |
| Joey Loperfido | HOU | $2,500 | 6.88 | 2.75 |
| Jorge Soler | LAA | $2,900 | 7.85 | 2.71 |
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.