Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best MLB Position Player Picks for June 7
DraftKings daily fantasy commences early on Sunday funday, so lineups need to be filled out early for nearly all games. Luckily, we've already rounded up the players to target for the entire Sunday slate.
Before setting your rosters, take a look at the MLB position players to pick for June 7 on DraftKings.
First Baseman: Joey Votto, Cincinnati Reds ($4,800)
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An average of 8.8 fantasy points per game might not seem extremely impressive. But with his recent trend over the last week—11 hits in eight games with three homers, three doubles and a triple—there's no need to go with any other player.
Facing a struggling starter like Odrisamer Despaigne, Votto will continue his stretch of standout performances. Even if Votto doesn't crush one over the wall in Cincinnati, he'll put together several strong at-bats and good points for his owners.
Second Baseman: Joe Panik, San Francisco Giants ($3,800)
Anyone who has read my recent advice likely already has Joe Panik on his or her radar. His 11-game hitting streak makes him a perfect addition at any price tag.
Luckily, DraftKings' price on Panik hasn't skyrocketed—yet.
Not only is he riding that career-long hitting streak, but Panik has five multihit games during that span. At just $3,800 and barely in the top 10 in salary, Panik will easily outperform his value again on Sunday before likely moving up in price later this week.
Third Baseman: Carlos Santana, Cleveland Indians ($4,300)
A little rest in Seattle hasn't deterred Carlos Santana. The Cleveland Indians infielder has averaged more than 11 fantasy points over his last nine starts.
Despite his alarming batting average, Santana has been remarkably consistent as of late. Going against Bud Norris, who allowed 13 runs in 11.2 innings during a minor league rehab stint, Santana should splinter the former Houston Astros pitcher at home.
Shortstop: Jean Segura, Milwaukee Brewers ($4,300)
Speaking of players who benefited from some rest, Jean Segura also fits under that category. Since his return from a finger injury, Segura has been lights-out at the plate.
With a nine-game hitting streak since his return, the 25-year-old shortstop has been a spark plug for the Brewers and fantasy owners alike.
His multihit game on Saturday was Segura's fourth over that span, making him one of the most steady bats at the shortstop position. Segura might be a pricey option, but he's well worth the tag against the Twins on Sunday.
Outfielder: Gregory Polanco, Pittsburgh Pirates ($4,100)
He's not even the best outfielder on his own team, but Gregory Polanco has been equally as productive. Overshadowed by Andrew McCutchen's recent breakout, Polanco has put up phenomenal numbers.
During the current road trip, Polanco has five multihit games in nine starts. In two games against the Atlanta Braves, he has five hits, three runs, two RBI, one walk and two stolen bases. Those are staggering numbers that will continue against Alex Wood.
Whether he's a No. 1 or 2 outfielder, Polanco should be a lock in every lineup for Sunday's action.
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