What does DFS value mean in baseball?

DFS value (also called plus/minus) measures the difference between a player's projected fantasy points and what their salary 'should' produce based on the expected points-per-dollar ratio. A player projected for 35 DraftKings points at a $5,000 salary has strong value if the league average for $5,000 players produces only 28 points. Positive value (+7 in this case) means the player is underpriced.

How are MLB DFS projections calculated?

Our MLB DFS projections are built from FanGraphs projection data adjusted for today's starting lineup, opposing pitcher quality (wOBA allowed, K rate), park factor, batting order position, and platoon splits (ISO vs. LHP vs. RHP). Pitchers are projected using K/9 rate, opponent strikeout tendency, and umpire K boost. Projections are updated daily after lineup confirmation.

What salary range has the best value in MLB DFS?

Mid-tier hitters ($3,500-$5,500 on DraftKings) typically offer the best value in MLB DFS because ownership is lower and the ceiling relative to salary is highest. Stars ($6,000+) are owned by 30-40% of lineups in large tournaments, crushing upside. True budget plays (under $3,000) usually have ceiling limitations. Building around 2-3 mid-tier value plays while spending up at pitcher is a winning tournament structure.

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Our MLB DFS value picks are ranked by the difference between a player's projected DraftKings points and their expected output based on salary (plus/minus). A positive value score means the player is priced below their projection — these are the plays that provide salary relief in your lineup construction.

For position-by-position DraftKings and FanDuel picks, use the links above. For pitcher-specific analysis, visit our CSW page which tracks the most predictive metric for pitcher strikeout performance in DFS.

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