I’m here to share a few of my top picks for today’s MLB slate on PrizePicks. Most of these predictions are heavily based on our projections.
Be mindful of the fact that the news cycle in the MLB is somewhat fluid, so the picks below may become more or less appealing depending on lineup order or weather. But rest assured that our MLB DFS projections team is making updates as soon as news breaks.
We have 9 games on the schedule for the MLB. Below, I’ll detail how I’m approaching things on PrizePicks for Thursday.
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PrizePicks MLB Picks for Thursday
Now that you’re signed up, here are some of our top MLB picks on PrizePicks for Thursday at a glance:
- Kris Bubic (KCR) Less Than 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
- Geraldo Perdomo (ARI) Less Than 5.5 Fantasy Score
- Jesus Luzardo (PHI) More Than 4.5 Hits Allowed
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White Sox vs. Royals MLB PrizePicks Fantasy Picks
Kris Bubic Less Than 5.5 Pitcher Strikeouts
Kris Bubic is projected by us to achieve less than 5.5 pitcher strikeouts. Our simulations reveal an 8.4% edge and show a 62.7% chance of success.
These projections indicate that selecting less than 5.5 pitcher strikeouts is a solid pick, as the figure aligns with a more cautious outlook on his performance.
Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks MLB PrizePicks Fantasy Picks
Geraldo Perdomo Less Than 5.5 Fantasy Score
Geraldo Perdomo is projected by us to achieve less than 5.5 Fantasy Score. Our simulations reveal a 6.7% edge and show a 61.0% chance of success.
These projections indicate that choosing less than 5.5 Fantasy Score is a great long-term pick, as the projections are expecting him to have a down game.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB PrizePicks Fantasy Picks
Jesus Luzardo More Than 4.5 Hits Allowed
Jesus Luzardo is projected by us to achieve more than 4.5 hits allowed. Our simulations reveal a 6.5% edge and show a 60.9% chance of success.
These projections indicate that selecting more than 4.5 hits allowed is a +EV pick, as we’re expecting him to struggle a bit vs. the Rays.
