MLB DFS Tournament Strategy
MLB DFS tournament play is unlike that of any other sport. Predicting outcomes with precision is difficult, and player variance is near its peak. There are special considerations when constructing lineups in order for you to find success in the long term. Each weekday, our DFS analysts will examine a specific tournament format and help you understand the application of strategy, via concepts such as pitcher pairings, roster construction, stacking, leverage, ownership, variance, and more.
Friday, March 29th
Opening Day went about as expected – dominant pitching performances followed by runs where we expected them in New York, Texas and Los Angeles. Just a reminder that throughout the season this article will be more concerned with discussing tournament strategy than the specific quality or merit of plays. If you’re looking for more detail on something like why Gerrit Cole is tonight’s top pitching option make sure to take a look at Dave Potts’ Million Dollar Musings, today’s Expert Survey, or check the tags in LineupHQ.
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About the Author
Playing DFS since early 2011, Dan Gaspar (aka MrTuttle05) is an industry OG who has found success across multiple sports. He has qualified for countless Live Finals and takes pride in being able to adapt to the ever-changing DFS landscape. Dan now works as a Senior Projections Operator for Better Collective, overseeing projections for all core sports as well as being the main provider of projections for most niche offerings. Follow Dan on X – @MrTuttle05