MLB FanDuel Gut Feeling 6/12

Normally when your team puts up 36.91 points it’s good enough to win some money in 50/50s. But not last night.  For the second night in a row pitching let me down.  Roark was looking good until he fell apart toward the end of his start. The 5.66 he put up killed me.  But on to tonight’s slate.Aces will be running tonight so it’s important you find cheap talent in your hitters.  The cash line will probably be high again tonight, I’m guessing around 41-43 points.

Pitcher: David Price $10,900
He’s been putting up quality starts since mid-May, including 23 in his last start.  Going against an Indians lineup whose best hitters are lefties Price could be in line for another good start.

Catcher: Jacob Realmuto $2,800
With multiple hit games in three of his last five games, Realmuto has been swinging the bat well and is a good option at this price point.

First Baseman: Adam LaRoche $2,900
At only $2,900, LaRoche is another good, cheap option for someone looking for power out of the first base slot.  And he’s gotten a base hit in eight of his last nine games.

Second Baseman: Neil Walker $2,700
He’s been struggling lately, but the Phillies pitching staff hasn’t done much better.  Something’s gotta give here, and I give the edge to Walker.

Third Baseman: Matt Carpenter $3,700
To say Carpenter has struggled in June would be an understatement.  He’s only gotten a base hit in three of his ten starts this month and he injured his triceps when he was hit by a pitch.  But I think he’s due for a big game at some point during a big series at home vs in state rival Kansas City which is why he is my Ultimate Gut Call.

Shortstop: Elvis Andrus $2,600
Another player who I believe is due for a breakout game, Andrus has scored over 1.75 points since June 5th.  A home series against Twins should help that.  Milone doesn’t strike out many batters and has given up 31 hits in 27 innings pitched so Andrus has a chance to shine here.

Outfielder: Nick Markakis $2,600
He’s been batting cleanup recently for the Braves and has done well, posting 2.5 points or higher the past four days.  And at $2,600 you can’t complain about that.  Still waiting on that first homer of the season.  Could it come tonight against Colon?

Outfielder: Adam Jones $3,200
His bat stayed hot with another homer last night, his fourth in the last eight games.  At his price point he’s a must start until his bat cools off.

Outfielder: Steve Souza $3,300
Souza has put together two good games after a very tough four game stretch.  With his occasional home run power he’s not a bad option at this spot.

Other Options:

Pitcher: Michael Pineda $9,800
A little cheaper than Kershaw and Price and he’s facing a Baltimore team whom he had 16 strikeouts against back on May 10th.  Be careful here because Jones is batting much better than he was in May and Wieters is back in the lineup.

Third Baseman: Trevor Plouffe $2,700
Plouffe has had a decent two games after an awful six game stretch.  He could be in for a good game against the Rangers.

Confidence Level: 4 out of 5.  I have a feeling I’ll get back on track tonight.

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