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Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (8/11/17): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings

Justin Bales' top daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for 8/11/17. Expert MLB DFS advice, sleepers & player recommendations for FanDuel and DraftKings.

We have a massive Friday night slate tonight. Some people will be watching the NFL preseason games, but we can still make plenty of money on MLB, especially on the bigger slate. There are plenty of options to choose from, so let's get down to it.

In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on 8/11/17. The lineup picks will range from some of the elite players to mid-priced options and value plays.

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to hit me up on Twitter @BalesSJustin.

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DFS Starting Pitchers to Consider

Rich Hill - vs SD (DK - $12,200, FD - $9,300)

Hill struggled a bit when the season began, but he has been playing well recently. Over his last 10 starts, he has a 6-2 record, 3.16 ERA, and 11.4 K/9. He gets an elite matchup against a weak San Diego offense, and Hill is a ridiculous -345 favorite in a game set at 8.5 runs. He makes an elite option in all leagues on the slate tonight.

Adam Wainwright - vs ATL (DK - $7,500, FD - $7,400)

Wainwright has struggled quite a bit this season, but he has performed well at home. Through 10 home starts, Wainwright sports a 7-1 record, 3.19 ERA, and 8.0 K/9. He gets a good matchup against the Braves, and Wainwright is a -148 favorite in a game set at 9 runs. He does come with some risk, but he's cheap enough to be considered in all leagues on this slate.

 

DFS Infielders to Consider

Yadier Molina - C, vs ATL (DK - $3,700, FD - $4,000)

Molina has caught fire over his last 10 games, as he is hitting over .400 with a slugging percentage over .800 over that span. In those games, Molina also has double digit RBIs. He gets a good matchup against Mike Foltynewicz, and Molina has been playing well enough to be used in all leagues.

C.J. Cron - 1B, at SEA (DK - $3,400, FD - $3,300)

Cron is a player that flies under the radar a bit, which can be seen from his low price tags. He has looked outstanding over his last 10 games, though, as he has an average over .300 with good power over that span. He's hitting in the heart of the order for the Angels, and he gets an elite matchup against Marco Gonzales. Cron is a great option in all leagues.

Kaleb Cowart - 2B, at SEA (DK - $2,300, FD - $3,100)

Cowart is another Angels player that has been flying under the radar. He has only played in 14 games this season, but he's hitting over .350 with tremendous power. He has been a much better hitter on the road this season, although it is in a small sample size. He gets a great matchup against Marco Gonzales, and Cowart can be used in all leagues.

Justin Turner - 3B, vs SD (DK - $4,600, FD - $3,800)

Turner is in the midst of an elite season, especially in Los Angeles. Turner is hitting .365 with a slugging percentage over .500 at home. He has also displayed great power over his last 10 games. Turner is a consistent player that also comes with elite upside, and he gets a good matchup against Clayton Richard tonight. Turner can safely be used in all leagues.

Tim Anderson - SS, vs KC (DK - $3,600, FD - $3,000)

Anderson has hit left-handed pitching extremely well this season, and he's expected to lead off for the White Sox tonight. He has also been heating up recently, as he's hitting a bit under .300 with good power over his last 10 games. He gets a good matchup against Danny Duffy, and Anderson can be considered in all leagues.

 

DFS Outfielders to Consider

Michael Conforto - OF, at PHI (DK - $4,700, FD - $3,900)

Conforto has been enjoying a breakout season, and he's hitting .300 with a slugging percentage north of .600 since the All Star Break. He's a player that hits right-handed pitching extremely well, as well. He gets a great matchup against Nick Pivetta in a hitter friendly stadium, and Conforto can be used in all leagues.

Cameron Maybin - OF, at SEA (DK - $3,500, FD - $2,200)

Maybin has been struggling quite a bit recently, but that has caused his price tag to dip. He's a player that brings a good combination of speed and power into the game. He's closing in on 30 steals, and over 30% of his hits have gone for extra-bases this season. He gets a great matchup against Marco Gonzales, as well. Maybin can be used in all leagues.

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Tyler Herro

Remains Sidelined Saturday vs. Bulls
Norman Powell

Ruled Out vs. Bulls
Jeremy Sochan

Still Sidelined as Spurs Visit Charlotte
Keyonte George

Injures Ankle Late in Loss to Nets
Stephen Curry

Exits Early Against Pistons with Knee Issue
Charlie Coyle

Pots Second Career Hat Trick
Filip Hronek

Expected to Play Saturday
Pavel Zacha

Not Traveling With Bruins
Elias Lindholm

to Miss at Least Two More Games
William Nylander

on Track to Return Saturday
Kris Letang

Misses Practice, Uncertain for Saturday
Evgeni Malkin

Iffy for Saturday
Cade Cunningham

Ready to Rock Friday
Gui Santos

Available Against Pistons
Caris LeVert

Remains Sidelined Friday
Craig Porter Jr.

Out Against Suns
Jonas Valančiūnas

Jonas Valanciunas Active Friday
Jamal Murray

Upgraded to Available Friday
Nikola Jokić

Nikola Jokic Officially Available Friday
Vinnie Pasquantino

Royals Agree on Two-Year Contract
Neemias Queta

Back in Action Friday
Miles McBride

Misses Friday's Game
Josh Hart

Active Against Trail Blazers
Tre Johnson

Out Against Lakers
Khris Middleton

Sits Out Meeting With Lakers
Austin Reaves

Remains Out Friday
Luka Dončić

Luka Doncic Cleared to Play Friday
Jusuf Nurkić

Jusuf Nurkic Unavailable Friday Due to Illness
Michael Porter Jr.

Won't Play Friday Night
Jacob Wilson

Signs Seven-Year Extension
Diego Lopes

An Underdog At UFC 325
Alexander Volkanovski

Set For UFC 325 Main Event
Benoît Saint Denis

Benoit Saint Denis Looks To Extend His Win Streak
Dan Hooker

Set For UFC 325 Co-Main Event
Mauricio Ruffy

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Rafael Fiziev

Returns At UFC 325
CFB

Texas Lands Wake Forest Transfer Sterling Berkhalter
Samuel Ersson

Sustains Lower-Body Injury Thursday
Pavel Zacha

Exits Early Thursday
Charlie Lindgren

Hurt Versus Red Wings
Jack Hughes

Exits With Lower-Body Injury Thursday
Brad Marchand

Suffers New Injury Blow
Patrick Kane

Becomes NHL's Highest-Scoring U.S-Born Player
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

Expected to Miss a Week
Tommy Edman

Will Have Delayed Start to Spring Training, Could Miss Opening Day
Ryan McDonagh

Ready to Rejoin Lightning Lineup
Logan Thompson

Unavailable Thursday
Dylan Guenther

Misses Second Consecutive Game
Shayne Gostisbehere

Ready to Face Mammoth
Anton Lundell

Out Thursday
Elias Lindholm

Won't Play Against Flyers
Evgeni Malkin

Good to Go Thursday
Kirk Cousins

Falcons Expected to Release Kirk Cousins
Chase Brown

Working on Extension With Bengals
Michael Penix Jr.

Hopes to be Ready for Week 1
Isaac Paredes

Not a Lock for Opening Day Lineup?
Dalton Kincaid

Doesn't Need Offseason Surgery
Josh Allen

Undergoes Foot Surgery
Josh Allen

on Crutches, Wearing Walking Boot
Corbin Carroll

a Top Fantasy Outfielder After Joining 30-30 Club
Jonah Tong

Won't Pitch in the World Baseball Classic
CFB

Michigan RB Bryson Kuzdzal Withdrawing from Transfer Portal
Aaron Judge

Appears to be Past his Elbow Issues
Bo Nix

Expected to Resume Training in 4-6 Weeks
Michael Penix Jr.

Thinks he'll be Ready by April
Evan Carter

Establishes a Goal to Steal 30 Bases
Edouard Julien

Traded to the Rockies
Cleveland Browns

Browns Hiring Todd Monken as Next Head Coach
Sahith Theegala

Off to Much Better 2026 Start
Gary Woodland

an Intriguing Option at Torrey Pines This Week
CJ Abrams

Giants Offer "Aggressive Pitch" for CJ Abrams
Andrew Putnam

Hopes to Keep Momentum Rolling This Week
Matthieu Pavon

Seeks to Return to 2024 Form at Torrey Pines
Luke List

Still Looking For Birdies at Torrey Pines
Jake Knapp

Faces Stiff Challenge at Farmers Insurance Open
Rasmus Hojgaard

Needs to Play Better at Torrey Pines
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

Could Struggle at Farmers Insurance Open
J.J. Spaun

A Steady Option At Farmers Insurance Open
Andrew Novak

Looking For More Success At Torrey Pines
Denny McCarthy

A Wild Card At Farmers Insurance Open
Max Homa

Looks To Keep Resurgence Going At Torrey Pines
Joe Highsmith

Struggling Heading Into Torrey Pines
Wyndham Clark

Looks To Carry Momentum Into Farmers Insurance Open
Tony Finau

Aims To Turn Things Around At Torrey Pines
Akshay Bhatia

Looks to Bounce Back at Torrey Pines
Paul Goldschmidt

Yankees Expressing Interest in Re-Signing Paul Goldschmidt
Bo Bichette

Won't Play in World Baseball Classic
NFL

Bill Belichick Won't be First-Ballot Hall of Famer
Carlos Correa

Won't Play for Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic
Si Woo Kim

Looks to Continue Incredible Run at Torrey Pines
Jason Day

has a Good Chance to Keep Momentum This Weekend
Keegan Bradley

has Good Course History at Torrey Pines
Billy Horschel

Isn't a Great DFS Option at Torrey Pines
Aaron Rodgers

Mike McCarthy Says he Wants Aaron Rodgers to Return
Will Zalatoris

Has a Shot to Challenge at the Farmers Insurance Open
Drake Maye

Expected to be Fine for Super Bowl
Tennessee Titans

Titans Set to Hire Brian Daboll as New Offensive Coordinator
Buffalo Bills

Bills Promote Joe Brady to Head Coach
CFB

Quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi Signs with Michigan
CFB

Darian Mensah Reaches Settlement with Duke, Expected to Land at Miami
Eugenio Suárez

Eugenio Suarez Not Drawing Interest on Open Market?
Shedeur Sanders

Named as Pro Bowl Replacement
Framber Valdez

Among Many High-End Pitchers on Free-Agent Market
Jose Altuve

Won't Participate in World Baseball Classic
Harrison Bader

Agrees With Giants on Two-Year Deal
Paddy Pimblett

Drops Decision
Justin Gaethje

Becomes the New Interim-Lightweight Champion
Song Yadong

Suffers Unanimous Decision Loss
MMA

Sean O'Malley Gets Back In The Win Column
Waldo Cortes-Acosta

Extends His Win Streak
Derrick Lewis

Suffers Second-Round TKO Loss
Los Angeles Chargers

Chargers Officially Hire Mike McDaniel as Offensive Coordinator
Nathan Eovaldi

Doesn't Expect Any Limitations in Spring Training
Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Dominates in NFC Championship Game Win
Matthew Stafford

Plans to Return in 2026
CFB

Arthur Smith to Become Ohio State's Offensive Coordinator

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