Tuesday MLB Fantasy Baseball Lineup Advice and Betting Insights: Key Players and Strategies

Get expert advice on setting your MLB fantasy baseball lineups and discover key betting tips for Tuesday's games. Learn which players to stream and avoid.

Pitchers to Stream on Tuesday

Griffin Canning leads a strong group of streamers. He’ll pitch at Citi Field as the New York Mets face the Washington Nationals. Despite a couple of rough outings in May, Canning started June with a stellar performance against the Los Angeles Dodgers, throwing six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts. The Nationals' below-average offense and the challenging park conditions make Canning a solid choice.

Shane Smith, a Rule 5 draft pick by the Chicago White Sox, is another intriguing option. Despite facing the Houston Astros, who have the seventh-lowest wOBA against right-handers, Smith has maintained a 2.45 ERA this season. His advanced metrics suggest he’s a league-average pitcher, but his strikeout potential makes him valuable for fantasy purposes.

Mitch Keller is also worth considering. Despite a tough outing against the Astros, Keller has been consistent, posting a 3.86 ERA and 1.18 WHIP over his last six starts. He’s in a favorable spot as the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Miami Marlins, who struggle against right-handed pitching.

Lance McCullers Jr. has been impressive in his last two starts, recording 19 strikeouts in 12 innings with just one walk. He’s set to face the Chicago White Sox, who have the league’s least productive offense against right-handed pitchers, making him a top waiver wire pickup.

Pitchers to Avoid on Tuesday

Brandon Pfaadt should be avoided after his recent struggles. Over his last five outings, Pfaadt has an 11.09 ERA and 1.71 WHIP. Despite a potential rebound, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ matchup against the Seattle Mariners makes him a risky start.

Hitters to Stream on Tuesday

Heliot Ramos and Wilmer Flores are excellent streaming options as the San Francisco Giants face lefty Carson Palmquist in Coors Field. Both hitters are rostered in just over half of ESPN leagues but are must-starts if available. Jerar Encarnacion is also a strong option.

Hitters to Avoid on Tuesday

The Kansas City Royals have been tough on base stealers, allowing only 10 successful steals in 20 attempts. As the New York Yankees open a three-game series in Kauffman Stadium, temper expectations for Jazz Chisholm Jr., Jasson Dominguez, and Cody Bellinger.

Betting Tips

Betting projections are generated by THE BAT X, a system that uses advanced methods to account for player talent, ballparks, bullpens, weather, and more. Expected Value (EV) measures the potential profitability of a bet. For the most accurate odds and betting tips, check updates in the morning.

Note: All information is accurate as of the time of publication. For updates, including breaking news that might impact today’s MLB slate, check the latest fantasy baseball news.

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