MLB DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/30/24) - Today's Top Lineups

August 30, 2024

The top MLB DFS daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel, DraftKings on August 30, 2024. Mike Barner's MLB DFS sleeper picks for building optimal DFS rosters.

With a doubleheader between the Reds and Brewers in the mix, there will be 16 games played across baseball on Friday. There are a few early start times among them, so there will be 10 total games that make up the main evening slates on DraftKings and FanDuel.

This article will provide my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on 8/30/2024, with the slate starting at 7:05 p.m. EDT. The lineup picks will range from some elite players to mid-priced options and value plays.

You can also read more DFS advice and lineup picks for other sports here. Monitoring injury news and today's MLB starting lineups is also essential. Good luck, RotoBallers!

DraftKings, FanDuel Pitchers - MLB DFS Lineup Picks

Blake Snell vs. MIA ($10,200 DraftKings; $11,500 FanDuel)

In what should have been a favorable matchup against the Mariners in his last outing, Snell only made it through three innings. He allowed just two runs, but his six walks and five strikeouts built up his pitch count. As disappointing as that was, he has a 2.88 FIP and a 33.0% strikeout rate this season. The Marlins are tied for the second-fewest runs in baseball, so Snell might be too good to pass up.

George Kirby at LAA ($9,800 DraftKings; $9,400 FanDuel)

The Angels are another team to attack, considering that they have scored the fourth-fewest runs in baseball. They also have the third-worst OPS against right-handed pitchers. The last time he faced them, Kirby allowed two runs (one earned) and recorded seven strikeouts over six innings. He should be a popular option for their rematch, and rightfully so.

Ben Lively vs. PIT ($8,100 DraftKings; $8,100 FanDuel)

Lively comes into this game having allowed two or fewer earned runs in six of his last eight starts. His upside is limited, though, since he has posted just a 19.7% strikeout rate. Even his 4.78 FIP is a cause for concern. However, his salary is cheap enough to make him a viable option against a Pirates team that has the fourth-worst OPS in baseball against right-handed pitchers.

Also consider: Pablo Lopez vs. TOR, Trevor Megill at CWS

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DraftKings, FanDuel Infielders - MLB DFS Lineup Picks

Francisco Lindor – SS, NYM vs. Jonathan Cannon ($5,600 DK; $3,800 FD)

The Mets should be one of the top stacks for the night with Cannon on the mound for the White Sox. He has a 4.57 ERA and a 4.67 FIP this season, recording a paltry 16.2% strikeout rate along the way. A top option for any Mets stack should be Lindor, who has a .975 OPS over his last 25 games.

Francisco Lindor wins the 11-pitch battle and ties it up with No. 28 of the season! 😤 pic.twitter.com/xaNBGy3HwH

— MLB (@MLB) August 29, 2024

Josh Jung – 3B, TEX vs. JP Sears ($3,700 DK; $3,000 FD)

With Sears sporting an 18.7% strikeout rate, he doesn’t have much of a margin for error. For the season, he has an underwhelming 4.35 ERA and 4.55 FIP. Jung has a .271 ISO and a .387 wOBA against left-handed pitchers during his career, so this matchup makes him a potential value option at third base.

Jeff McNeil – 2B/OF, NYM vs. Jonathan Cannon ($3,200 DK; $2,600 FD)

McNeil has a paltry .567 OPS at home this season, but he has a .826 OPS on the road. Of his 12 home runs, 10 of them have come on the road. Also, 10 of his 12 home runs have come against right-handed pitchers. He’s a great option to include in a Mets stack to help balance out your budget.

Also consider: Corey Seager, Pete Alonso, Jazz Chisholm Jr.

DraftKings, FanDuel Outfielders - MLB DFS Lineup Picks

Anthony Santander – OF, BAL vs. Austin Gomber ($5,900 DK; $4,100 FD)

Gomber has given up 1.7 HR/9 this year, putting him on pace to allow at least 1.6 HR/9 for the third time over the last four seasons. His current 10.3% barrel rate would be the highest mark of his career. This could be a nightmare matchup for him versus Santander, who has slugged 38 home runs on his way to a .278 ISO.

Lawrence Butler – OF, OAK vs. Jon Gray ($4,000 DK; $2,900 FD)

Butler is heating up again. He launched three home runs Thursday, leaving him with six home runs over his last six games. His ISO is up to .248 for the season and his 24.0% strikeout rate is impressive when factoring in his power. Gray gave up seven runs over two innings against the Guardians in his last outing and hasn’t thrown more than 53 pitches in either of his two appearances since coming off the injured list.

LAWRENCE BUTLER, THREE-HOMER GAME TO TIE IT 💪 pic.twitter.com/0g1pORJ6NX

— MLB (@MLB) August 29, 2024

Jhonkensy Noel – OF/1B, CLE vs. Bailey Falter ($3,900 DK; $3,100 FD)

Noel swings and misses a lot, but look out when he makes contact. He has an 18.8% barrel rate, which has helped him produce a .339 ISO. He has a staggering .548 ISO against left-handed pitchers, making him extremely appealing for this matchup with Falter. For his career, Falter has given up 1.5 HR/9.

Also consider: Juan Soto, Alec Burleson, Adolis Garcia

DraftKings, FanDuel MLB DFS Stacks

1. Mets vs. Jonathan Cannon

• Favorite Plays: Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, Jeff McNeil

2. Orioles vs. Austin Gomber

• Favorite Plays: Anthony Santander, Adley Rutschman, Ramon Urias

3. Yankees vs. Erick Fedde

• Favorite Plays: Juan Soto, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Gleyber Torres