MLB STARTING LINEUPS May 14, 2025 (17 Games)

12:05 PM ET
Minnesota Twins
Baltimore Orioles
E at 6 mph 68° 84% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
30% 10am
25% 11am
21% 12pm
21% 1pm
40% 2pm
40% 3pm
40% 4pm
4.5 (-102)
9 O/U
4.5 (-118)
Bailey Ober (R) 14.1
lineup not released
Dean Kremer (R) 11.5
lineup not released
1:05 PM ET
St. Louis Cardinals
Philadelphia Phillies
E at 10 mph 64° 98% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
67% 11am
66% 12pm
62% 1pm
54% 2pm
52% 3pm
51% 4pm
53% 5pm
3.62 (+154)
8.5 O/U
4.88 (-185)
Erick Fedde (R) SP $7K 10.2
lineup not released
Jesus Luzardo (L) SP $8.8K 15
lineup not released
1:10 PM ET
Milwaukee Brewers
Cleveland Guardians
SE at 6 mph 74° 65% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
15% 11am
18% 12pm
20% 1pm
23% 2pm
30% 3pm
37% 4pm
44% 5pm
3.71 (+120)
8 O/U
4.29 (-142)
Logan Henderson (R) SP $7.7K 14.3
lineup not released
Gavin Williams (R) SP $7.8K 13
lineup not released
3:35 PM ET
Minnesota Twins
Baltimore Orioles
E at 6 mph 75° 69% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
40% 2pm
40% 3pm
40% 4pm
66% 5pm
66% 6pm
66% 7pm
71% 8pm
4.25 (-110)
8.5 O/U
4.25 (-110)
lineup not released
Cade Povich (L) 9.9
lineup not released
3:45 PM ET
Arizona Diamondbacks
San Francisco Giants
WSW at 13 mph 61° 72% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
1% 2pm
1% 3pm
1% 4pm
1% 5pm
1% 6pm
1% 7pm
0% 8pm
4 (-110)
8 O/U
4 (-110)
Eduardo Rodriguez (L) SP $8.2K 12.6
lineup not released
Jordan Hicks (R) SP $7.3K 11.9
lineup not released
4:10 PM ET
New York Yankees
Seattle Mariners
No weather available for this game.
4 (-115)
8 O/U
4 (-105)
Will Warren (R) SP $8K 12.8
lineup not released
Luis Castillo (R) SP $8.5K 14.5
lineup not released
6:15 PM ET
St. Louis Cardinals
Philadelphia Phillies
ENE at 8 mph 67° 88% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
51% 4pm
53% 5pm
54% 6pm
53% 7pm
40% 8pm
41% 9pm
40% 10pm
3.71 (+120)
8 O/U
4.29 (-142)
Sonny Gray (R) SP $8.8K 15.4
lineup not released
Aaron Nola (R) SP $8.8K 15
lineup not released
6:40 PM ET
Boston Red Sox
Detroit Tigers
SE at 6 mph 72° 64% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
47% 5pm
47% 6pm
47% 7pm
24% 8pm
24% 9pm
24% 10pm
24% 11pm
2.81 (+180)
7 O/U
4.19 (-218)
Hunter Dobbins (R) SP $7.5K 11.8
lineup not released
Tarik Skubal (L) SP $10.5K 21.8
lineup not released
7:07 PM ET
Tampa Bay Rays
Toronto Blue Jays
No weather available for this game.
3.67 (+124)
8 O/U
4.33 (-148)
Ryan Pepiot (R) SP $7.8K 11.9
lineup not released
Chris Bassitt (R) SP $9.5K 15.5
lineup not released
7:10 PM ET
Pittsburgh Pirates
New York Mets
E at 11 mph 62° 87% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
81% 5pm
81% 6pm
81% 7pm
62% 8pm
62% 9pm
62% 10pm
62% 11pm
2.94 (+220)
8 O/U
5.06 (-270)
Bailey Falter (L) SP $6.8K 9.7
lineup not released
Clay Holmes (R) SP $9K 16.3
lineup not released
7:14 PM ET
Chicago White Sox
Cincinnati Reds
SE at 4 mph 74° 69% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
29% 5pm
24% 6pm
18% 7pm
12% 8pm
12% 9pm
11% 10pm
11% 11pm
3.56 (+185)
9 O/U
5.44 (-225)
Davis Martin (R) SP $6.5K 10.7
lineup not released
Nick Lodolo (L) SP $8.7K 17.1
lineup not released
7:15 PM ET
Washington Nationals
Atlanta Braves
SSW at 5 mph 81° 55% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
15% 5pm
13% 6pm
10% 7pm
8% 8pm
7% 9pm
5% 10pm
4% 11pm
3.73 (+142)
8.5 O/U
4.77 (-170)
Mitchell Parker (L) SP $7.2K 11.7
lineup not released
Bryce Elder (R) SP $7.5K 12.5
lineup not released
7:40 PM ET
Miami Marlins
Chicago Cubs
ENE at 8 mph 61° 81% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
15% 6pm
15% 7pm
4% 8pm
4% 9pm
4% 10pm
4% 11pm
4% 12am
3.17 (+185)
8 O/U
4.83 (-225)
Ryan Weathers (L) SP $5.7K 8
lineup not released
Jameson Taillon (R) SP $8.5K 15.8
lineup not released
8:05 PM ET
Colorado Rockies
Texas Rangers
No weather available for this game.
3.37 (+210)
9 O/U
5.63 (-258)
Antonio Senzatela (R) SP $5K 7.8
lineup not released
Patrick Corbin (L) SP $8.3K 14.6
lineup not released
8:10 PM ET
Kansas City Royals
Houston Astros
No weather available for this game.
3.71 (+120)
8 O/U
4.29 (-142)
Michael Lorenzen (R) SP $8.2K 11.4
lineup not released
Colton Gordon (L) SP $7K 12.3
lineup not released
9:40 PM ET
Los Angeles Angels
San Diego Padres
WNW at 9 mph 63° 71% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
0% 8pm
0% 9pm
0% 10pm
0% 11pm
0% 12am
0% 1am
0% 2am
3.57 (+160)
8.5 O/U
4.93 (-192)
Kyle Hendricks (R) SP $5.5K 8.3
lineup not released
Randy Vasquez (R) SP $5.3K 13
lineup not released
10:10 PM ET
Athletics
Los Angeles Dodgers
SW at 11 mph 65° 56% humidity View Forecast
precipitation
0% 8pm
0% 9pm
0% 10pm
0% 11pm
0% 12am
0% 1am
0% 2am
3.12 (+220)
8.5 O/U
5.38 (-270)
Gunnar Hoglund (R) SP $8K 9.9
lineup not released
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (R) SP $10.5K 19.2
lineup not released

MLB starting lineups for today's games are essential whether you're betting on the MLB or playing fantasy baseball. Check out our guide to know which ones to keep an eye on and how to best use them to your advantage. And if you're playing daily fantasy baseball, we recommend checking out our MLB DFS optimizer to create your own lineups.

Starting lineups once set, including starting pitchers, for each game impact MLB odds and also affect DFS values on sites like DraftKings and FanDuel. There are DFS contests each day during the regular season and any time there is a game in the playoffs. You can find all of the games scheduled today above on this page. No matter the date, you can utilize the tools on the site to research like you're a manager.

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What Is a Starting Lineup in Baseball?

A Major League Baseball lineup includes a pitcher, a catcher, three outfielders, and four infielders. Each person in the lineup contributes in their own way, whether offensively or defensively. The fantasy lineup is similar. Single-year leagues can have different draft strategies. Single-year leagues present a long-term challenge, where the greater picture is the focus.

Daily Fantasy Leagues are a quick challenge, with the ability to craft a new lineup daily. Pitcher matchups, game location, and weather are just a few factors that can affect which lineup to draft for your daily fantasy leagues. You can also use odds to help project outcomes or bet.

The Basics

Starting rosters look the same as the lineup card given to the umpire. Creating a fantasy lineup will include drafting multiple starting pitchers, multiple relief pitchers, and a utility spot as a starter. Any offensive position from the catcher to the outfield can use the utility spot. You can also find starters who are righties and lefties.

Aside from the utility spot and the pitching positions, an MLB DFS team must include a catcher, first baseman, second baseman, third baseman, shortstop, and three outfielders.

MLB Lineups Statistics to Follow

Here are some key stats to pay attention to when examining starting MLB lineups:

At Bats (AB)

At bats, often abbreviated using AB, is any plate appearance that results in either a hit to get on base or an out. Certain plate appearances, such as walks, sacrifice bunts, or RBIs that result in an out, do not count towards official ABs.

Run (R) & Runs Batted In (RBI)

Any time a player crosses home plate, they are awarded a run to their stat line. RBIs are calculated in a variety of way. Any hit resulting in a run scored is tallied towards the RBI stat line. However, a player can also pick up an RBI for any plate appearance resulting in a run. A bases loaded walk would result in an RBI. A deep fly ball that allows the runner on third to tag and go home is also an RBI. If a player hits a home run, they are awarded a hit, a run, and an RBI.

Hit (H): 2b, 3b, HR

A hit is awarded to a player that has put a ball in play that results in that player being awarded a base. A single would be 1b. A double is 2b. A triple is 3b. Any hit that is a home run would just be abbreviated as HR in fantasy baseball circles.

Base on Balls (BB)

A base on balls, indicated by BB, is when a batter receives four pitches outside the strike zone and gets a free pass to first base. This also helps a batter's on-base percentage.

Strikeouts (K)

A batter gets three strikes before they record an out. This negatively affects their on-base percentage. Going beyond fantasy baseball, when a strikeout is indicated with a backward K, that means the batter struck out looking. You also might find betting on pitcher props worthwhile.

How to Use the MLB Starting Lineups in DFS Play

Defining your target strategy is the first step in crafting a baseball fantasy lineup. Is your league built to favor defense or offense? Daily fantasy leagues typically cater to offense and thus should be the basis of your target players. Looking for righty and lefty batting splits against pitching, success at certain ballparks, and history against teams are other factors for creating your lineup.

Also review bullpens and bullpen usage throughout the week, which could favor or hinder certain batters. And if you want to bet on baseball, make sure to check out MLB betting picks strategy and what we think are best MLB betting apps.

Why MLB Starting Lineups Are Important for Playing Fantasy Baseball

We already gave an example of scoring at PrizePicks, but scoring can look drastically different among sites. FanDuel and DraftKings are among the first daily fantasy providers, and arguably the most popular, so let us break down their scoring chart.

FanDuel

Hitters are awarded the following points:

ActionPoints
1B3pts
2B6pts
3B9pts
HR12pts
RBI3.5pts
R3.2pts
BB3pts
SB6pts
HBP
(Hit by pitch, awarded first base)
3pts

Pitchers are awarded the following points:

ActionPoints
Win6pts
Quality Start4pts
ER-3pts
SO3pts
IP3pts, or 1 point
per out recorded as pitcher.

DraftKings

Hitters earn points in the following categories:

ActionPoints
1B3pts
2B5pts
3B8pts
HR10pts
RBI2pts
Run2pts
BB2pts
HBP
(Hit by pitch, awarded first base)
2pts
SB5pts

Pitchers are awarded the following points:

ActionPoints
IP2.25pts, or 0.75 pts
per out recorded as pitcher
K2pts
Win4pts
ER-2pts
Hit Against-0.6pts
BB-0.6pts
Hit Batsman-0.6pts
Complete Game2.5pts
Complete Game Shutout2.5pts
No Hitter+5pts

MLB Starting Lineup Picks Overview

As mentioned, stacking is a strategy that provides extreme highs and lows. A stack is useful if you believe a team has a significant edge over a team's pitching or hitting. You can also use odds to find the most stackable teams. However, the sport is as unpredictable as the weather, and it is part of what makes fantasy baseball great. We have tried stacking, and it's a mixed bag of results.

A more mild strategy involves utilizing players that provide low risk. In a baseball lineup, batters that hit fifth or higher are often the better hitters on their team. Drafting a lineup with just hitters that bat fifth or higher could yield better results.

Picking players that present as long shots is not useful as a strategy in daily fantasy leagues. A single is a single regardless of the batter.

Other Ways to Bet on Baseball

Live betting is also a popular avenue for sports wagering which can be found at any reputable sportsbook. Be aware that odds are always subject to change due to factors such as lineup alterations, including pitching changes, or if a game is postponed to a later date.

MLB Starting Lineups FAQ

Want to learn more about crafting the perfect MLB starting lineup? Read these common questions and answers we've compiled below.

When are MLB lineups released?

Lineups can be released up to four hours before the first pitch but are not officially set until the card is given to the umpire.

Do MLB lineups ever change?

MLB lineups usually don’t change. However, they can still happen, mostly due to injuries, strategy, or rest, shifting right before game time. These changes can affect how players bet, like if a star sits or a rookie steps in.

What positions are on the MLB lineup?

A lineup in baseball consists of a catcher, pitcher, left fielder, center fielder, right fielder, shortstop, first baseman, second baseman, and third baseman.

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Card Legend

Actual Fantasy Points are listed in purple for all past games

Player Status Key

  • (P) Probable
  • (B) Best Guess
  • (C) Confirmed
  • (O) Out
  • (Q) Questionable
  • (D) Doubtful, Disabled (MLB)
  • (G) Game-time Decision
  • (PLR) Projected Long Reliever listed below confirmed started