Starting Pitchers for Friday

Pitchers are ranked based on their projected fantasy points (FPTS) using ESPN's standard scoring system. Here are the top pitchers for Friday:

• David Peterson (L, NYM): Facing the Colorado Rockies, Peterson has strung together four straight quality starts.
• Framber Valdez (L, HOU): With a 97.2% roster percentage, Valdez is a solid choice against the Tampa Bay Rays.
• Bryan Woo (R, SEA): Woo has a favorable matchup against the Minnesota Twins.

Pitchers to Stream on Friday

• Kyle Harrison (L, SF): Harrison is filling in for Justin Verlander and has shown promise with a 3.46 ERA in Triple-A.
• Zach Eflin (R, BAL): Despite recent struggles, Eflin has a favorable matchup against the Chicago White Sox.

Pitchers to Avoid on Friday

• Casey Mize (R, DET): Mize faces the Kansas City Royals, who have the lowest strikeout rate against right-handers.

Today's Best Matchups for Pitchers

• New York Mets vs. Rockies: The average pitcher would post a 3.65 ERA in this matchup.
• Seattle Mariners vs. Twins: The average pitcher would post a 3.80 ERA.
• San Diego Padres vs. Pirates: The average pitcher would post a 3.81 ERA.

Today's Worst Matchups for Pitchers

• New York Yankees vs. Dodgers: The average pitcher would post a 5.73 ERA.
• Boston Red Sox vs. Braves: The average pitcher would post a 5.23 ERA.
• Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Yankees: The average pitcher would post a 5.03 ERA.

Hitters to Stream on Friday

• Taijuan Walker (R, PHI): Walker picks up another spot start for the Phillies, benefiting the Milwaukee Brewers.

Today's Best Matchups for Hitters

• Baltimore Orioles vs. White Sox: The average hitter would post a .347 wOBA.
• Arizona Diamondbacks LHB vs. Nationals: The average hitter would post a .339 wOBA.
• Toronto Blue Jays RHB vs. Athletics: The average hitter would post a .334 wOBA.

Today's Worst Matchups for Hitters

• Minnesota Twins RHB vs. Mariners: The average hitter would post a .253 wOBA.
• Pittsburgh Pirates LHB vs. Padres: The average hitter would post a .280 wOBA.
• Seattle Mariners RHB vs. Twins: The average hitter would post a .282 wOBA.

Betting Tips

• Best HR Prop Bets: Michael Massey, Ryan Mountcastle, Dylan Carlson.
• Best Pitcher Prop Bets: Taijuan Walker, Jake Irvin, Casey Mize.
• Top YRFI/NRFI Bets: Twins @ Mariners, Athletics @ Blue Jays, Brewers @ Phillies.

For more detailed betting projections and fantasy advice, check out EV Analytics and THE BAT X.