Top MLB DFS Picks Today: DraftKings ft. Corey Seager, Bobby Witt Jr. & More | August 19
It is a busy Monday in the MLB, with ten games scheduled. The race for the postseason is clearly underway. Here's a look at the expected top pitchers, hitters and budget picks for August 19.
Top Pitchers for MLB DFS August 19
Taj Bradley (9000 on DraftKings)
Tampa Bay Rays young flamethrower Taj Bradley is scheduled to face the Oakland Athletics. Despite a few struggles in recent games, he will look to be strong on the mound, looking to improve from his 3.49 ERA and 6-7 record.
Yusei Kikuchi (8500 on DraftKings)
Yusei Kikuchi has been on a tear for his new team, the Houston Astros. In three starts, he has earned five runs, struck out 24 and earned 2 wins. The Astros will be up against the Red Sox.
Kyle Harrison (7900 on DraftKings)
Giants pitcher Kyle Harrison has looked strong since the All-Star break. Barring a six-run start against the Reds, he's not earned more than three runs in any of his five starts. He will be up against the league's worst Chicago White Sox.
Top Hitters for MLB DFS August 19
Bobby Witt Jr. (6600 on DraftKings)
The best contact hitter in baseball, Bobby Witt Jr. has been hitless in only three games in all of July and August. He will look to inch closer to a 30-30 season against the Angels.
Shohel Ohtani (6800 on DraftKings)
Shohei Ohtani recorded two home runs in two games against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Japanese superstar has 39 home runs and 37 stolen bases and is projected to get close to a 50-50 season. He will face the Seattle Mariners on Monday.
Corey Seager (5500 on DraftKings)
Corey Seager leads the Rangers lineup with 26 home runs, 64 RBIs and a .271 batting average. The Rangers need a lift and will count on Seager to deliver against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Top Budget Picks for MLB DFS August 19
Brandon Lowe (4700 on DraftKings)
Brandon Lowe was the MVP for the Rays during their series sweep against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He is a strong budget pick against the Athletics having hit two home runs in his last two games.
Adolis Garcia (4200 on DraftKings)
Adolis Garcia hasn't looked in the same form as his 2023 postseason. But the Rangers' star outfielder has been in a good stretch having recorded 17 hits in the last 10 games.
Daulton Varsho (3900 on DraftKings)
Another good budget pick expected to do well is Blue Jays OF Daulton Varsho. Despite batting just above the Mendoza line for most of the season, he has six hits in his last three MLB starts.