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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zac Gallen | ARI | $10,700 | 26.97 | 2.52 |
| Joe Ryan | MIN | $10,300 | 23.04 | 2.24 |
| Shane McClanahan | TB | $10,400 | 22.56 | 2.17 |
| Bryce Miller | SEA | $9,400 | 18.23 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zac Gallen | ARI | $10,700 | 26.97 | 2.52 |
| Joe Ryan | MIN | $10,300 | 23.04 | 2.24 |
| Jake Irvin | WAS | $6,700 | 14.93 | 2.23 |
| Shane McClanahan | TB | $10,400 | 22.56 | 2.17 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvador Perez | KC | $4,700 | 10.27 | 2.19 |
| Will Smith | LAD | $5,300 | 9.29 | 1.75 |
| J.T. Realmuto | PHI | $5,100 | 9.23 | 1.81 |
| Adley Rutschman | BAL | $5,200 | 8.71 | 1.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Knizner | STL | $2,100 | 6.10 | 2.91 |
| Yan Gomes | CHC | $2,800 | 7.87 | 2.81 |
| Martín Maldonado | HOU | $2,100 | 5.87 | 2.80 |
| Ryan Jeffers | MIN | $2,500 | 6.83 | 2.73 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | LAD | $5,000 | 11.15 | 2.23 |
| Salvador Perez | KC | $4,700 | 10.27 | 2.19 |
| Christian Walker | ARI | $4,700 | 9.82 | 2.09 |
| Anthony Rizzo | NYY | $4,600 | 9.70 | 2.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | TOR | $2,300 | 7.85 | 3.41 |
| Ryan Noda | OAK | $2,800 | 8.73 | 3.12 |
| Joey Meneses | WAS | $2,900 | 8.56 | 2.95 |
| Andrew Knizner | STL | $2,100 | 6.10 | 2.91 |
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Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | TEX | $5,300 | 10.25 | 1.93 |
| Jose Altuve | HOU | $5,000 | 9.94 | 1.99 |
| Jonathan India | CIN | $5,900 | 9.07 | 1.54 |
| Nico Hoerner | CHC | $5,000 | 8.97 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Vargas | LAD | $2,600 | 8.24 | 3.17 |
| Jordan Diaz | OAK | $2,200 | 6.39 | 2.90 |
| Michael Massey | KC | $2,300 | 6.49 | 2.82 |
| Ji Hwan Bae | PIT | $3,300 | 7.43 | 2.25 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Witt Jr. | KC | $5,100 | 10.28 | 2.01 |
| Bo Bichette | TOR | $5,400 | 10.05 | 1.86 |
| Wander Franco | TB | $5,700 | 9.38 | 1.65 |
| Matt McLain | CIN | $3,000 | 9.03 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt McLain | CIN | $3,000 | 9.03 | 3.01 |
| Paul DeJong | STL | $2,600 | 7.55 | 2.91 |
| Ezequiel Duran | TEX | $2,800 | 7.76 | 2.77 |
| Zach Neto | LAA | $2,300 | 6.24 | 2.71 |
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Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | STL | $4,600 | 9.16 | 1.99 |
| Alex Bregman | HOU | $4,400 | 9.05 | 2.06 |
| Jake Burger | CWS | $2,800 | 8.97 | 3.20 |
| José Ramírez | CLE | $5,000 | 8.71 | 1.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Burger | CWS | $2,800 | 8.97 | 3.20 |
| Jace Peterson | OAK | $2,600 | 7.01 | 2.70 |
| Isaac Paredes | TB | $3,300 | 8.65 | 2.62 |
| Jean Segura | MIA | $2,700 | 7.02 | 2.60 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Judge | NYY | $6,000 | 12.52 | 2.09 |
| Ronald Acuña Jr. | ATL | $6,400 | 10.90 | 1.70 |
| Byron Buxton | MIN | $5,200 | 10.73 | 2.06 |
| Adolis García | TEX | $5,100 | 10.60 | 2.08 |
| Josh Lowe | TB | $5,000 | 10.53 | 2.11 |
| Jake Fraley | CIN | $4,600 | 10.51 | 2.28 |
| Corbin Carroll | ARI | $5,400 | 10.24 | 1.90 |
| Esteury Ruiz | OAK | $3,600 | 10.12 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bauers | NYY | $2,000 | 7.72 | 3.86 |
| Willie Calhoun | NYY | $2,200 | 7.45 | 3.39 |
| Peyton Burdick | MIA | $2,000 | 6.72 | 3.36 |
| Kevin Kiermaier | TOR | $2,500 | 8.41 | 3.36 |
| Ryan McKenna | BAL | $2,000 | 6.68 | 3.34 |
| Corey Julks | HOU | $2,600 | 8.21 | 3.16 |
| Óscar Mercado | STL | $2,000 | 6.27 | 3.14 |
| Leody Taveras | TEX | $2,300 | 7.19 | 3.13 |
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.