Introduction to Fantasy Baseball
Fantasy baseball lineup decisions can be challenging, but with the right tools and information, you can make smart choices. Check out the starting pitcher rankings and other lineup selection tools to help you make informed decisions. MLB betting tips for each day’s slate of games will also be added in the morning. MLB game odds are provided by ESPN BET, and all fantasy advice is geared toward ESPN 10-team leagues with standard scoring.
Starting Pitchers for Sunday
Pitchers are ranked in order of their Forecaster/Daily Notes projected fantasy points (FPTS), using ESPN’s standard scoring system. This system takes into account factors such as wins, losses, innings pitched, strikeouts, hits, walks, and earned runs allowed. The pitcher’s handedness, opposing team, roster percentage in ESPN leagues, and money line are also considered.
Pitchers to Stream on Sunday
Several pitchers are worth considering for streaming on Sunday.
- Luis Gil has struggled with control, but has limited damage by yielding just one home run this month. He faces the Chicago White Sox, who have the seventh-lowest walk rate for the past month.
- Brady Singer has been on a roll, recording a 1.80 ERA and 0.94 WHIP over six starts. He has a chance to continue padding his punchouts when the Cincinnati Reds host the St. Louis Cardinals.
- Sandy Alcantara has rewarded those who have been patient with a 3.07 ERA and 1.02 WHIP spanning his last seven starts. He faces the New York Mets, who have handled right-handed pitching well lately.
Pitcher to Avoid on Sunday
- Hurston Waldrep has a pristine 0.90 ERA and 0.93 WHIP over five outings, but he’s yet to face a top-10 offense. He faces the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, which could be a challenging matchup.
Best Matchups for Pitchers
Several teams have favorable matchups for pitchers on Sunday.
- New York Mets pitchers face the Miami Marlins, who have struggled against right-handed pitching.
- Tampa Bay Rays pitchers face the Washington Nationals, who have a low offense rating.
- Washington Nationals pitchers face the Tampa Bay Rays, who have a moderate offense rating.
Worst Matchups for Pitchers
Several teams have unfavorable matchups for pitchers on Sunday.
- Colorado Rockies pitchers face the Chicago Cubs, who have a high offense rating.
- Arizona Diamondbacks pitchers face the Los Angeles Dodgers, who have a high offense rating.
- Atlanta Braves pitchers face the Philadelphia Phillies, who have a moderate offense rating.
Hitters to Stream on Sunday
Several hitters are worth considering for streaming on Sunday.
- Chicago Cubs batters face the Colorado Rockies, who have a low pitching rating.
- Colorado Rockies right-handed batters face the Chicago Cubs, who have a moderate pitching rating.
- Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed batters face the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have a low pitching rating.
Best Matchups for Hitters
Several teams have favorable matchups for hitters on Sunday.
- Chicago Cubs batters face the Colorado Rockies, who have a low pitching rating.
- Colorado Rockies right-handed batters face the Chicago Cubs, who have a moderate pitching rating.
- Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed batters face the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have a low pitching rating.
Worst Matchups for Hitters
Several teams have unfavorable matchups for hitters on Sunday.
- Kansas City Royals batters face the Detroit Tigers, who have a high pitching rating.
- San Diego Padres right-handed batters face the Minnesota Twins, who have a high pitching rating.
- Los Angeles Angels left-handed batters face the Houston Astros, who have a high pitching rating.
Betting Tips
Betting projections for every player, team, and game can be found at EV Analytics. The top home run prop bets for Sunday include:
- Matt Chapman: OVER 0.5 HR (+475)
- Willy Adames: OVER 0.5 HR (+475)
- Trent Grisham: OVER 0.5 HR (+500)
The top YRFI/NRFI bets for Sunday include:
- Rays @ Nationals: NRFI (-110)
- Cubs @ Rockies: YRFI (-135)
- Orioles @ Giants: YRFI (-100)
Conclusion
Fantasy baseball lineup decisions can be challenging, but with the right tools and information, you can make smart choices. Consider the starting pitcher rankings, pitcher and hitter matchups, and betting tips to make informed decisions. Remember to stay up to date with the latest fantasy baseball news and adjust your lineup accordingly. With the right strategy, you can dominate your fantasy baseball league and make it a successful season.
