Tonight’s MLB main slate presents a clear path for cash-game builds: lock in elite bats with strong projections and pair them with high-value hitters in top lineup spots.
Using our internal projections, we’ve identified the top core hitters and value plays to build around on both DraftKings and FanDuel.
Core Hitters to Build Around
Yordan Alvarez— OF (HOU)
DraftKings: $6,500 | FanDuel: $4,500
Alvarez leads our projections across both platforms and brings elite power in one of the top offensive environments on the slate. He’s a premium bat with massive upside and a strong floor.
Shohei Ohtani— 1B/OF (LAD)
DraftKings: $6,400 | FanDuel: $4,400
Batting at the top of the order, Ohtani provides multi-category production with power and on-base upside. He’s one of the safest high-end bats available tonight.
Jeremy Peña— SS (HOU)
DraftKings: $5,100 | FanDuel: $3,600
Projected to hit leadoff, Peña offers strong value for his price with consistent opportunities to score and contribute across categories.
Value Plays to Open Salary
Jake McCarthy— OF (COL)
DraftKings: $3,100 | FanDuel: $2,900
A projected leadoff hitter with speed, McCarthy brings a solid floor at a discounted price point.
Mickey Moniak— OF (COL)
DraftKings: $3,200 | FanDuel: $3,300
Hitting in the middle of the order, Moniak provides strong point-per-dollar upside in a favorable hitting environment.
DFS Strategy for Tonight
The approach is straightforward:
- Build around high-projection core bats
- Take advantage of value hitters in strong lineup spots
- Prioritize players in high-scoring game environments
This combination gives you a strong foundation for cash games while maintaining upside.
Final Notes
Before locking in your lineups:
- Always check confirmed starting lineups
- Monitor for late news or lineup changes
Log in to FantasyLineups.com to:
- View confirmed lineups and projections
- See who our analysts are targeting
- Use our player prop analyzer
- Access fantasy news, insights, and tools
Build smart and stay ahead of the competition.
