MLB DFS Tournament Strategy: Monday, April 15th
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.
Monday, April 15th
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Monday’s slate is an intriguing one in regards to high-priced pitching options as there are a handful of reasonable options to choose from. My SP1 for the night is Trevor Bauer, who is currently projected to be the highest owned pitcher of the slate (40% DK, 20% DK). Yes, the Mariners offense has been dominant to start the season but this still sets up as a favorable spot for Bauer at the pitcher-friendly T-Mobile Park. While potent, the Mariners lineup does have a handful of strikeouts in it, which is good news for Bauer who has posted a strikeout rate north of 30% to start the season.
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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 Twitter – @MrTuttle05