MLB Underdog Fantasy Player Predictions for Monday (5/5)
I’m here to give you a (free!) peek behind the curtain regarding some of the awesome things our MLB DFS projections team is cooking up by giving you my top picks for today’s MLB slate on Underdog Fantasy.
Every single pick you will find below is going to be based on what our projections say is a meaningful edge.
Don’t forget to check out our MLB weather page, which is curated by our Chief Meteorologist, Kevin Roth, to see how that may impact these picks as the day progresses. And you can always stay up to date on exactly what a team’s lineup is by heading to our MLB starting lineups page.
We have 10 games on the MLB schedule for 5/5. Below, I’ll detail how I’m approaching things on Underdog for this Monday slate.
First… Sign Up to Make MLB Underdog Fantasy Picks
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I’ll be leaning heavily on our projections and our fantasy pick’em tool for making these Underdog picks today. Be sure to check out the tool to look for even more edges.
Underdog Fantasy Top MLB Picks for 5/5
Now that you’re signed up, here are some of our top MLB picks on Underdog for 5/5 at a glance:
- Matthew Boyd Higher/Lower Than 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
- Miles Mikolas Higher/Lower Than 17.5 Outs
- Jake Irvin Higher/Lower Than 4.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
Giants vs. Cubs MLB Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Giants vs. Cubs MLB Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Matthew Boyd Lower Than 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
Boyd is projected by us to record fewer than the 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts threshold. Our simulations demonstrate a 2.9% edge with a 57% probability of success.
These insights suggest that aiming for lower than 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts for Boyd tonight is a smart move. The stats align with a cautious view of his performance, fitting in well with our overall expectations for his game. We’re also getting a 1.07x multiplier on this one.
Pirates vs. Cardinals MLB Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Pirates vs. Cardinals MLB Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Miles Mikolas Lower Than 17.5 Outs
Mikolas is projected by us to deliver 15.42 Outs, which is below the 17.5 mark. Our simulations indicate a 2% edge with a 65.5% chance of success.
Based on these numbers, opting for lower than 17.5 Outs for Mikolas tonight is a solid choice. The projections reflect a restrained outlook on his performance, aligning neatly with our expectations for his game.
Guardians vs. Nationals MLB Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Guardians vs. Nationals MLB Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Jake Irvin Lower Than 4.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
Irvin is projected by us to achieve 4.14 Pitcher Strikeouts, which falls short of the 4.5 mark. Our simulations highlight a 1.7% edge and a 65.9% chance of success.
These statistics suggest that selecting lower than 4.5 Pitcher Strikeouts for Irvin tonight is a wise choice. The projection reflects a reserved outlook on his strikeout potential, aligning seamlessly with our expectations for his performance.
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