Ultimate MLB Fantasy Baseball Lineup and Betting Guide for Friday's Games

Get expert advice on setting your MLB fantasy baseball lineup and betting tips for Friday's games. Includes pitcher rankings, hitter insights, and betting projections.

Starting Pitchers for Friday

Pitchers are ranked based on their projected fantasy points (FPTS) using ESPN's standard scoring system. Here’s a breakdown of the top pitchers:

FPTS Team Pitcher Handedness Opponent Roster % Win % IP ER K
15.9 PHI Zack Wheeler R @ATL 99.9% 69% 6.4 2.2 6.9
13.0 PIT Paul Skenes R MIL 99.8% 51% 5.8 2.0 6.2
12.5 MIN Pablo Lopez R KC 95.9% 66% 5.9 2.5 6.2

Pitchers to Stream on Friday

  • Matthew Boyd (CHC): Boyd has six quality starts in nine outings, including his last three. Over 18 innings, he fanned 23 without issuing any free passes.
  • Griffin Canning (NYM): Despite facing the Dodgers, Canning is a viable option due to the favorable pitching conditions at Citi Field.

Pitchers to Avoid on Friday

  • Hunter Greene (CIN): Greene is returning from a groin injury and will likely be on a pitch count, making him a risky start against the potent Cubs offense.
  • Tyler Mahle (TEX): While Mahle has a strong ERA and WHIP, his underlying metrics suggest he’s overperforming.

Hitters to Stream on Friday

  • Aaron Judge (NYY): Judge will play at Coors Field for the first time, making him a must-start.
  • Cody Bellinger (NYY): Bellinger is another Yankee bat that should be active for this series.

Betting Tips

Betting projections are generated by THE BAT X, which uses advanced methods to account for player talent, ballparks, bullpens, weather, and more. Always check the latest odds and updates for the most accurate betting advice.

Note: Expected Value (EV) is a measure of how good a bet is, factoring in the probability of winning versus the odds provided by the book.

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