Main Slate (10 Games, 12:10 PM ET)
On a full 10-game slate, keep it simple for cash builds:
Prioritize safe pitching + hitters in strong lineup spots who can produce in multiple ways
There’s no need to chase volatility — focus on players with consistent roles, steady opportunities, and reliable production paths.
Using our projections and matchup context, here are some core players to build around today:
MLB Core Players Today
SP Options
Kevin Gausman (TOR, P)
- Strong strikeout ability
- Favorable matchup vs Colorado
- High win equity
DFS Take:
Stable SP option with a strong floor.
Garrett Crochet (BOS, P)
- High strikeout upside
- Can generate points quickly through Ks
- Strong ceiling for both cash and GPP
DFS Take:
Great SP to pair or pivot depending on build.
Core Bats
Ronald Acuña Jr.(ATL, OF)
- Top of the lineup
- Power + stolen base upside
DFS Take:
Elite all-around bat with one of the highest ceilings on the slate.
Trea Turner (PHI, SS)
- Leadoff role → more plate appearances
- Speed adds to floor
DFS Take:
Reliable production through volume and speed.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (TOR, 1B)
- Middle-of-the-order bat
- Strong RBI opportunities
DFS Take:
Consistent power bat in a strong offensive spot.
Austin Riley (ATL, 3B)
- Power upside hitting behind Acuña
- Strong correlation with Braves offense
DFS Take:
Adds power and correlation if building around Atlanta.
Core Players to Build Around
- P: Kevin Gausman
- P: Garrett Crochet
- OF: Ronald Acuña Jr.
- SS: Trea Turner
- 1B: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
- 3B: Austin Riley
Build Tip
Once you’ve selected your core players:
Lock them in and run the optimizer
From there:
- Let the optimizer fill in the best value plays
- Focus on players hitting near the top of the lineup
- Avoid unnecessary risk — keep your build balanced
Before Lock
- Check lineups before lock
- Monitor weather and late news
- Make sure all players are active and in the lineup
