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Draftkings NBA DFS Picks: Timberwolves vs. Thunder 5/22/25

Hans Geevers — Thu, 22 May 2025 03:06:07 +0000

The NBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a Western Conference playoff matchup featuring the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Timberwolves vs. Thunder matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Jalen Williams, Forward, Oklahoma City Thunder $9,400

In the 81 games that Williams has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2024 NBA season (including playoffs), Williams is averaging 21.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 81 games that Jalen Williams has played for the Thunder this season, Williams has averaged 40.3 Draftkings points a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Jalen Williams perform in the most recent matchup? In the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 114-98 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves two days ago, Thunder forward Jalen Williams played rather well. More specifically, Williams compiled 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists and five steals in the Thunder’s victory over the Timberwolves.

In summary, I think Jalen Williams reasonable Draftkings price of $9,400 presents outstanding value. For that specific reason, I am backing Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,800

Guard Anthony Edwards has been the driving force behind the Minnesota Timberwolves success on the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 89 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 89 games that Anthony Edwards played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage, and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

More recently, in the Timberwolves 121-110 defeat of the Golden State Warriors one week ago, Anthony Edwards amassed 57.3 Draftkings points.

In conclusion, I fully expect Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards to continue his outstanding play in tomorrow evening’s matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tomorrow night’s Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Point Guard (Oklahoma City Thunder) $12,400: Mike Conley, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $4,800: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,200.

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Draftkings Best UFL Showdown Picks: DC vs. Houston 5/25/25

Hans Geevers — Wed, 21 May 2025 23:42:45 +0000

The UFL presents Draftkings football fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Houston Roughnecks and the DC Defenders. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Houston Roughnecks vs. DC Defenders game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this week’s Roughnecks vs. Defenders matchup.

Draftkings UFL Picks

Captain-Jordan Ta’amu, Quarterback, DC Defenders $12,000

Veteran quarterback Jordan Ta’amu has been a solid performer for the DC Defenders this season. With that said, how has the talented UFL quarterback performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s examine Ta’amu’s relevant game data from the 2025 UFL regular season to answer that question.

In the eight games that quarterback Jordan Ta’amu has played for the DC Defenders this season, Ta’amu has amassed a UFL leading 1,990 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, 171 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the eight games that Jordan Ta’amu has played for the Defenders this season, Ta’amu is averaging a rather impressive 23.2 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the DC Defenders 33-30 win over the Arlington Renegades last week, DC quarterback Jordan Ta’amu played exceptionally well. Ta’amu compiled 240 passing yards, two passing touchdowns and 21 rushing yards in the DC Defenders victory over the Renegades.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings UFL showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, Jordan Ta’amu is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this UFL regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing DC Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta’amu at the captain position for this one game Draftkings UFL Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Justin Hall, Wide Receiver, Houston Roughnecks $10,800

Wide receiver Justin Hall has certainly been a key contributor for the Houston Roughnecks this season. Let’s examine Hall’s game data from the 2025 UFL season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the eight games played in the 2025 UFL season, Houston Roughnecks quarterbacks have targeted wide receiver Justin Hall a whopping 70 times. In those 70 targets, Hall tallied 48 receptions, 353 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns.

In conclusion, I fully expect Justin Hall to continue his outstanding play in Sunday’s UFL matchup with the DC Defenders.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this UFL game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen McClendon, Quarterback (Houston Roughnecks) $10,000: Cornell Powell, Wide Receiver (DC Defenders) $6,800.

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Draftkings MLB DFS Picks: Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers 5/21/25

Hans Geevers — Wed, 21 May 2025 20:54:45 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with a National League matchup featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Dustin May, Starting Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers $10,600

On Tuesday night, Major League Baseball presents the final game of a three-game National League series featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The Los Angeles Dodgers arrive at the third game of this three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks playing below average baseball. The Dodgers have lost four of the team’s last five games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 6-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels four days ago.

Conversely, the Arizona Diamondbacks are playing well entering this evening’s National League game. More specifically, the Diamondbacks have won four of the team’s last six games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including an 8-0 shutout win over the Colorado Rockies last week.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to this evening’s contest. Starting pitcher Dustin May has been a standout performer for the Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitching rotation this season. Having stated that, how has the veteran pitcher performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review May’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May has compiled a 1-4 (won-loss record), a 4.43 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 1.28 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched) in 2025. It should also be mentioned that May has amassed 41 strikeouts while allowing 17 walks in 44.2 innings pitched this season.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies last month, Los Angeles starting pitcher Dustin May certainly pitched exceptionally well. May pitched six quality innings while scattering three hits and no walks in the Dodgers victory over the Rockies. Additionally, in the Dodgers win over the Colorado Rockies, May accumulated a whopping 27.7 Draftkings points.

In my opinion, Dustin May is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tonight’s MLB game. With that said, I am backing Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season contest (Draftkings price noted): Corbin Burnes, Starting Pitcher (Arizona Diamondbacks) $12,400: Shohei Ohtani, First Baseman (Los Angeles Dodgers) $9,400: Freddie Freeman, First Baseman (Los Angeles Angels) $9,000.

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Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks: Pacers vs. Knicks 5/21/25

Hans Geevers — Wed, 21 May 2025 19:07:30 +0000

This Tuesday night, the NBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with an Eastern Conference playoff matchup featuring the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Karl-Anthony Towns, Center, New York Knicks $9,800

Veteran center Karl-Anthony Towns has been a standout performer for the New York Knicks this season. To assess Karl-Anthony Towns performance from a statistical standpoint, let’s review Towns relevant game data from the 2024 NBA season. This will provide a clear picture of Karl-Anthony Towns overall contributions to the New York Knicks this season.

In the 84 games that center Karl-Anthony Towns played for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Towns is averaging 23.9 points, 12.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.7 blocks a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 84 games that Karl-Anthony Towns has played for the New York Knicks this season, Towns has compiled a 52.6% field goal percentage, a 42% three-point percentage and an 82.9% free throw percentage.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Towns perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In February, Karl-Anthony Towns had a dominant performance in the New York Knicks 128-115 win over the Indiana Pacers. Anthony Towns finished the game with 40 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals, making 14 of 23 shots from the field.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Karl-Anthony Towns is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Jalen Brunson, Point Guard, New York Knicks $11,000

In addition to center Karl-Anthony Towns, point guard Jalen Brunson has been an essential part of the New York Knicks starting lineup this season. With that said, how has Brunson played recently?

In the New York Knicks 119-81 victory over the Boston Celtics five days ago, New York point guard Jalen Brunson tallied 23 points, six rebounds and six assists in 35 minutes of play.

In conclusion, I fully expect Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson to continue his outstanding play in tonight’s matchup with the Indiana Pacers.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Josh Hart, Forward (New York Knicks) $8,800: Tyrese Haliburton, Point Guard (Indiana Pacers) $10,600: Myles Turner, Center (Indiana Pacers) $8,000.

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Draftkings MLB DFS Picks: Royals vs. Giants 5/21/25

Hans Geevers — Wed, 21 May 2025 13:19:43 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with an interleague matchup featuring the Kansas City Royals and the San Francisco Giants. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Logan Webb, Starting Pitcher, San Francisco Giants $12,400

Later today, Major League Baseball presents the final game of a three-game interleague series featuring the Kansas City Royals and the San Francisco Giants.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The San Francisco Giants arrive at the third game of this three-game series with the Kansas City Royals playing good baseball. The Giants have won four of the team’s last five games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 3-2 win over the Athletics three days ago.

Conversely, the Kansas City Royals are playing below average baseball entering the third game of this interleague series. The Royals have lost five of the team’s last seven games played this season, including a 4-3 loss to the Houston Astros last week.

Now that we have determined how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to tonight’s contest. Starting pitcher Logan Webb has been a solid performer for the San Francisco Giants starting pitching rotation this season. With that said, how has Webb performed from a statistical perspective in 2025? Let’s review the veteran hurler’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

Through ten starts made in 2025, San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb has compiled a 5-3 (win-loss record), a 2.42 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 1.12 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched). Additionally, Logan Webb has tallied 69 strikeouts while allowing 16 walks in 63.1 innings pitched this season.

More recently, in the San Francisco Giants dominant 9-1 victory over the Athletics five days ago, San Francisco starting pitcher Logan Webb pitched exceptionally well. More specifically, Webb pitched eight quality innings while scattering five hits and two walks in the Giants win over the Athletics.

In my view, Logan Webb is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tonight’s MLB regular season game. Having stated that, I am backing San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Luinder Avila, Starting Pitcher (Kansas City Royals) $10,400: Heliot Ramos, Outfielder (San Francisco Giants) $7,800: Maikel Garcia, Third Baseman (Kansas City Royals) $8,800.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Sparks vs. Mercury 5/21/25

Hans Geevers — Wed, 21 May 2025 01:15:13 +0000

The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Dearica Hamby, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $10,800

Talented forward Dearica Hamby was a solid performer for the Los Angeles Sparks last season. Let’s review Hamby’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on the veteran forward’s overall contributions to her team.

In the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Hamby averaged a rather impressive 17.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.2 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Sparks in 2024, Hamby averaged 37.3 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Sparks 84-67 win over the Golden State Valkyries four days ago, Los Angeles forward Dearica Hamby played exceptionally well. More specifically, Hamby amassed 20 points, ten rebounds and two assists in the Sparks defeat of the Valkyries.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing Dearica Hamby at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Azura Stevens, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $8,800

In addition to Dearica Hamby, forward Azura Stevens has been a key contributor for the Los Angeles Sparks this season.

In the two games that forward Azura Stevens has played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2025 WNBA regular season, Stevens is averaging a robust 16 points, 5.5 rebounds, 0.5 assist, 3 steals and 1.5 blocks a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Los Angeles Sparks forward Azura Stevens to play well in tomorrow night’s WNBA regular season matchup with the Pheonix Mercury.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Kelsey Plum, Guard (Los Angeles Sparks) $10,600: Alyssa Thomas, Forward (Phoenix Mercury) $10,200: Kalani Brown, Forward (Phoenix Mercury) $5,000.

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Draftkings Charles Schwab Challenge First Round Picks 5/22/25

Hans Geevers — Tue, 20 May 2025 19:56:17 +0000

This Thursday morning, Draftkings golf fans will be presented with the first round of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge. Let’s take a look at the first round of this tournament from a DFS perspective.

Before I discuss my Draftkings player selections for this week’s PGA Tour event let’s review where the first round of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge will be played.

The 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge will be played at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. The golf course is a par 70 that measures 7,289 yards.

*Davis Riley won the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge with a four round cumulative score of 14 under par.

I wanted to emphasize that the purpose of this article is not to provide an exact DFS lineup.

Having stated that, this article will provide multiple player options in an effort to assist the reader in generating a unique lineup that will hopefully have the potential to win a DraftKings GPP (guaranteed prize pool) contest! Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this DFS slate.

For those readers that are not aware, the rules and scoring for DraftKings single round showdown contests are vastly different than the traditional classic contests offered by the platform.

If you need to review the specific rules for the single round showdown contests feel free to check out the DraftKings website.

Here are my DraftKings picks for the first round of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Draftkings First Round Picks

Aaron Rai $9,200

Since the beginning of February, Aaron Rai has played nine tournaments on the PGA Tour. In those nine events just noted, Rai amassed six top 27 finishes, including an 11th place result at the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational in March.

Aaron Rai certainly checks the box for me when it comes to key player statistics. Let me be more specific. Rai is currently ranked 16th in GIR (greens in regulation-69.57%), 20th in strokes gained approach (0.513), first in driving accuracy (73.13%), 21st in strokes gained tee to green (0.831) and sixth in par four scoring average (3.95) on the PGA Tour.

It is noteworthy that Aaron Rai has played well at the Colonial Country Club previously. Rai finished 12th at the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Brian Harman $8,700

The 2023 Open Championship winner has tallied two top three finishes in his last five events played on the PGA Tour, including a win at the 2025 Valero Texas Open last month.

Ben Griffin $8,600

Last week, Ben Griffin fired a final round 69 at the 2025 PGA Championship en route to an eventual eighth place finish. With that said, I fully expect Griffin to continue his outstanding play at this week’s 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge.

J.J. Spaun $8,500

J.J. Spaun has compiled three top 17 finishes in his last eight events played on the PGA Tour, including an impressive second place result at the 2025 Players Championship in March.

Spaun is currently ranked 16th in overall strokes gained (1.003), fourth in strokes gained approach (0.827), 17th in strokes gained tee to green (0.916) and 13th in proximity to the hole (35’7) on the PGA Tour.

Mark Hubbard $6,700

Mark Hubbard arrives at this week’s tournament on the heels of three consecutive top 12 finishes, including a fifth-place result at the 2025 CJ Cup Byron Nelson earlier this month.

Additionally, Hubbard finished ninth at the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Additional golfers I like to perform well in the first round of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge (Draftkings price noted): Scottie Scheffler $14,100: Harris English $9,300: Davis Riley $8,800: Ryan Gerard $8,300: Alex Smalley $7,700: Hayden Buckley $6,300.

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FanDuel Best MLB DFS Picks: Phillies vs. Rockies 5/20/25

Hans Geevers — Tue, 20 May 2025 17:09:56 +0000

Major League Baseball presents FanDuel baseball fans with a National League matchup featuring the Philadelphia Phillies and the Colorado Rockies. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies game let’s review the rules for the FanDuel single game showdown contest.

FanDuel Single Game Contest Rules

Here are the FanDuel single game contest rules. You have $60,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team MVP. The MVP accumulates 1.5x times the standard FanDuel fantasy points value. Additionally, the MVP is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining five players in your lineup will be flex plays. The five flex positions will receive the standard FanDuel points value. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your MVP position if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) FanDuel single game contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game contest, I highly recommend that you check out the FanDuel website for more details.

*It should be noted that FanDuel does not utilize the pitcher position in single game MLB contests. Having stated that, only batters are available for single game MLB lineups on the FanDuel platform.

Here are my FanDuel picks for tonight’s Philadelphia Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies matchup.

FanDuel MLB Player Selections

MVP-Bryce Harper, First Baseman, Philadelphia Phillies $13,000

On Monday night, Major League Baseball presents the second game of a four-game National League series featuring the Philadelphia Phillies and the Colorado Rockies.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The Philadelphia Phillies arrive at the second game of this four-game series with the Colorado Rockies playing good baseball. The Phillies have won five of the team’s last six games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 1-0 shutout win over the Pittsburgh Pirates two days ago.

Conversely, the Colorado Rockies are playing below average baseball entering the second game of this National League series. More specifically, the Rockies have lost five of the team’s last six games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including an 8-3 loss to the Texas Rangers last week.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s turn our attention to tonight’s contest. First Baseman Bryce Harper has certainly been a standout performer for the Philadelphia Phillies this season. With that said, how has the veteran first baseman performed from a statistical standpoint in 2025? Let’s review’s Harper’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In the 45 games that first baseman Bryce Harper has played for the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2025 MLB regular season, Harper has compiled a robust .260 batting average, seven home runs, 33 walks, 28 RBIs (runs batted in), 26 runs scored, a .376 OBP (On-Base Percentage) and a .799 OPS (On-Base Plus Slugging).

More recently, in the Philadelphia Phillies 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates four days ago, Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper certainly played at a high level. In the Phillies victory over the Pirates, Harper tallied three hits, two runs scored, two RBIs, one walk and one stolen base. It should also be mentioned that in the Phillies defeat of the Pirates, Harper tallied a massive 31.4 FanDuel points.

In my opinion, Bryce Harper is the most likely player to accumulate the most FanDuel points in this MLB game. Having stated that, I am backing Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper at the MVP position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like in this game (FanDuel price noted): Kyle Schwarber, Outfielder (Philadelphia Phillies) $14,200: Jordan Beck, Outfielder (Colorado Rockies) $9,200: Alec Bohm, Third Baseman (Philadelphia Phillies) $5,200.

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Draftkings MLB DFS Picks: Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers 5/20/25

Hans Geevers — Tue, 20 May 2025 13:42:48 +0000

Before we dive into the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Starting Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers $12,000

Later today , Major League Baseball presents the second game of a three-game National League series featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The Los Angeles Dodgers arrive at the second game of this three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks playing below average baseball. The Dodgers have lost four of the team’s last five games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including an 11-9 loss to the Los Angeles Angels three days ago.

Conversely, the Arizona Diamondbacks are playing good baseball entering the second game of this National League series. The Diamondbacks have won four of the team’s last five games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a thrilling 8-7 win over the San Francisco Giants last week.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s turn our attention to tonight’s contest. Starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto has certainly been an essential part of the Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitching rotation this season. With that said, how has Yamamoto performed from a statistical perspective in 2025? Let’s review the veteran pitcher’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

Through nine starts made in 2025, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto has compiled a 5-3 (win-loss record), a 2.12 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 0.98 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched). Additionally, Yamamoto has tallied 59 strikeouts while allowing 16 walks in 51 innings pitched this season.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 shutout victory over the Texas Rangers last month, Los Angeles starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. Yamamoto pitched seven quality innings while scattering five hits and no walks in the Dodgers win over the Rangers.

In my view, Yoshinobu Yamamoto is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tonight’s MLB regular season game. Having stated that, I am backing Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Ryne Nelson, Starting Pitcher (Arizona Diamondbacks) $9,600: Shohei Ohtani, Outfielder (Los Angeles Dodgers) $10,600: Freddie Freeman, First Baseman (Los Angeles Dodgers) $10,200.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Dream vs. Fever 5/20/25

Hans Geevers — Tue, 20 May 2025 11:49:13 +0000

The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Atlanta Dream and the Indiana Fever. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Caitlin Clark, Guard, Indiana Pacers $12,000

Talented guard Caitlin Clark was the driving force behind the Indiana Fever’s success on the basketball court last season. Let’s review Clark’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Fever in 2024, Clark averaged a massive 42.4 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Fever’s opening game of the 2025 WNBA regular season two days ago, Indiana guard Caitlin Clark compiled 20 points, ten rebounds, ten assists, two steals and one blocks in the Indiana Fever’s 93-58 defeat of the Chicago Sky.

In summary, I think Caitlin Clark is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Aliyah Boston, Forward, Indiana Fever $8,800

In addition to guard Caitlin Clark, forward Aliyah Boston was a solid performer for the Indiana Fever last season. With that said, how did Boston perform from a statistical standpoint in 2024? Let’s examine Boston’s game data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that forward Aliyah Boston played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Jackson averaged a robust 14.1 points, 9.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks a game.

In the Fever’s win over the Chicago Sky earlier this week, Aliyah Boston tallied a rather impressive 47.5 Draftkings points.

In conclusion, I fully expect Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston to play well in this evening’s matchup with the Atlanta Dream.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Allisha Gray, Guard (Atlanta Dream) $10,200: DeWanna Bonner, Guard (Indiana Fever) $7,200: Brittney Griner, Forward (Atlanta Dream) $9,000.

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FanDuel Best MLB DFS Picks: Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers 5/19/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 20:09:30 +0000

Major League Baseball presents FanDuel baseball fans with a National League matchup featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers game let’s review the rules for the FanDuel single game showdown contest.

FanDuel Single Game Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game contest, I highly recommend that you check out the FanDuel website for more details.

*It should be noted that FanDuel does not utilize the pitcher position in single game MLB contests. Having stated that, only batters are available for single game MLB lineups on the FanDuel platform.

Here are my FanDuel picks for this evening’s Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers matchup.

FanDuel MLB Player Selections

MVP-Freddie Freeman, First Baseman, Los Angeles Dodgers $13,000

On Monday night, Major League Baseball presents the opening game of a three-game National League series featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The Los Angeles Dodgers arrive at the first game of this three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks playing below average baseball. The Dodgers have lost three of the team’s last four games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 6-2 loss to Los Angeles Angels two days ago.

In direct contrast to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Arizona Diamondbacks are playing good baseball entering the first game of this National League series. More specifically, the Diamondbacks have won three of the team’s last four games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including an 8-0 shutout win over the Colorado Rockies last week.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to tonight’s contest. First Baseman Freddie Freeman has certainly been a standout performer for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With that said, how has the veteran first baseman performed from a statistical standpoint in 2025? Let’s review’s Ohtani’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In the 46 games that first baseman Freddie Freeman has played for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 MLB regular season, Freeman has compiled a robust .370 batting average (second in MLB), nine home runs, 15 walks, 34 RBIs (runs batted in), 26 runs scored, a .430 OBP (On-Base Percentage) and a 1.145 OPS (On-Base Plus Slugging) which ranks second in the National League.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-1 win over the Diamondbacks last week, Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman certainly played at a high level. In the Dodgers win over the Diamondbacks, Freeman tallied four hits (one home run), two runs scored and two doubles. It should also be mentioned that in the Dodgers defeat of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Freeman tallied a whopping 43.9 FanDuel points.

In my view, Freddie Freeman is the most likely player to amass the most FanDuel points in this MLB game. Having stated that, I am rolling with Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman at the MVP position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like in this game (FanDuel price noted): Shohei Ohtani, Outfielder (Los Angeles Dodgers) $14,800: Corbin Carroll, Outfielder (Arizona Diamondbacks) $13,600: Andy Pages, Outfielder (Los Angeles Dodgers) $8,400.

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FanDuel Best MLB DFS Picks: Mets vs. Red Sox 5/19/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 19:25:12 +0000

Major League Baseball presents FanDuel baseball fans with an interleague matchup featuring the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the New York Mets vs. Boston Red Sox game let’s review the rules for the FanDuel single game showdown contest.

FanDuel Single Game Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game contest, I highly recommend that you check out the FanDuel website for more details.

*It should be noted that FanDuel does not utilize the pitcher position in single game MLB contests. Having stated that, only batters are available for single game MLB lineups on the FanDuel platform.

Here are my FanDuel picks for tonight’s New York Mets vs. Boston Red Sox matchup.

FanDuel MLB Player Selections

MVP-Jarren Duran, Outfielder, Boston Red Sox $9,000

On Monday night, Major League Baseball presents the opening game of a three-game interleague series featuring the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox.

How are these two teams playing entering this evening’s interleague game? The Boston Red sox arrive at the first game of this three-game series with the New York Mets playing below average baseball. Let me be more specific. The Red Sox have lost five of the team’s last six games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including an embarrassing 14-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers one week ago.

Similar to the Boston Red Sox, the New York Mets are not playing well entering this MLB game. The Mets have lost three of the team’s last four games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 6-2 loss to the New York Yankees three days ago.

Now that we have determined how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to this interleague game. Outfielder Jarren Duran has been a solid performer for the Boston Red Sox this season. With that said, how has the veteran outfielder performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Duran’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In the 37 games that Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has played in the 2025 MLB regular season, Duran has compiled a robust .259 batting average, 54 hits (three home runs), seven walks, 27 RBIs (runs batted in), a .312 OBS (On-Base Percentage) and a .697 OPS (On-base Plus Slugging).

More recently, in the Boston Red Sox’s 7-6 win over the Atlanta Braves two days ago, Boston outfielder Jarren Duran certainly played at a high level. More specifically, in the Boston Red Sox’s victory over the Braves, Duran amassed two hits (one home run), four RBIs and one run scored. It should also be mentioned that in the Red Sox’s defeat of the Braves, Duran compiled a whopping 32.2 FanDuel points.

In my view, Jarren Duran’s reasonable FanDuel price of only $9,800 presents the best fantasy value on this MLB DFS slate. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran at the MVP position for this one game FanDuel MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like in this game (FanDuel price noted): Rafael Devers, Third Baseman (Boston Red Sox) $12,000: Brandon Nimmo, Outfielder (New York Mets) $8,400: David Hamilton, Second Baseman (Boston Red Sox) $4,200.

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Draftkings Best Charles Schwab Challenge DFS Picks 5/22/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 17:10:02 +0000

The PGA Tour returns to Texas for the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge. Let’s take a look at this week’s event from a Draftkings perspective.

Before I dive into my Draftkings player selections for this tournament let’s review the golf course the field will play and the key player statistics that I think are the most vital to a golfer’s success at this week’s 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Where will the Charles Schwab Challenge be played?

The 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge will be played at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. The golf course is a par 70 that measures 7,289 yards.

Will the Charles Schwab Challenge have a traditional cut?

The 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge will have a field of 136 golfers to begin the event on Thursday. Upon the completion of two rounds of competitive play the top 65 golfers and ties will make the cut and move onto the third round. The remaining players will miss the cut.

Charles Schwab Challenge Key Player Statistics

Strokes Gained: Off the Tee
Strokes Gained: Putting
Bogey Avoidance
Stokes Gained: Approach
GIR (greens in regulation)
Strokes Gained: Around the Green
Strokes Gained: Par Fives

I wanted to emphasize that the purpose of this article is not to provide an exact DFS lineup.

2025 Charles Schwab Challenge Draftkings Picks

Scottie Scheffler $13,700

The talented American arrives at this week’s event on the heels of five consecutive top eight finishes on the PGA Tour, including two wins (2025 CJ Cup Byron Nelson: 2025 PGA Championship).

Scheffler is currently ranked first in strokes gained approach (1.235), first in par four scoring average (3.88), first in overall strokes gained (2.596), third in GIR (greens in regulation-70.83%), second in strokes gained off the tee (0.750) and first in bogey avoidance (10.14%) on the PGA Tour.

Scheffler also checks the box for me when it comes to previous tournament/course results. Since 2022, Scheffler has played this week’s PGA Tour event three times. In those three tournaments just mentioned, Scheffler amassed three top three finishes, including a second-place result at the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Tommy Fleetwood $10,000

The talented Englishman has compiled two top seven finishes in his last three tournaments played on the PGA Tour, including a fourth-place result at the 2025 Truist Championship two weeks ago.

Fleetwood is currently ranked ninth in overall strokes gained (1.265), tenth in strokes gained tee to green (1.138), 12th in strokes gained approach (0.596), ninth in overall putting average (1.706), 11th in overall scoring average (70.24) and 11th in par four scoring average (3.97) on the PGA Tour.

Daniel Berger $8,400

Since the beginning of January, Daniel Berger has played 13 events on the PGA Tour. In those 13 tournaments just mentioned, Berger has compiled nine top 25 finishes, including an impressive third-place result at the 2025 RBC Heritage last month.

Due to Berger’s quality result at the RBC Heritage I decided to take a hard look at the player data from the event to see how Berger fared relative to the field.

Upon the completion of four rounds of competitive play at the 2025 RBC Heritage, in relation to the field, Daniel Berger ranked third in driving accuracy (75%), fifth in GIR (greens in regulation-70.8%), eighth in total birdies made (19) and second in bogey avoidance (2).

It is noteworthy that Daniel Berger has posted a quality result at Colonial Country Club in the past. More specifically, Berger won the 2020 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Additional golfers I like to perform well this week (Draftkings price noted): Harris English $9,200: Davis Riley $8,600: J.T. Poston $9,400: Bud Cauley $7,800: Alex Smalley $7,700: Hayden Buckley $6,300.

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Draftkings NBA DFS Picks: Timberwolves vs. Thunder 5/20/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 16:19:11 +0000

Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Timberwolves vs. Thunder matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $12,000

Point Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. With that said, how has Gilgeous-Alexander performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review the veteran point guard’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 85 games that point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 85 games that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played for the Thunder this season, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 53.3 Draftkings points a contest.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Minnesota Timberwolves thrilling 131-128 overtime win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in February, Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played exceptionally well. More specifically, Gilgeous-Alexander amassed a massive 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, three steals and three blocks in the Timberwolves victory over the Thunder.

In summary, I think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,600

Guard Anthony Edwards has been the driving force behind the Minnesota Timberwolves success of the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen Williams, Forward (Oklahoma City Thunder) $9,400: Mike Conley, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $5,400: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,400.

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Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks: Astros vs. Rays 5/19/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 02:59:27 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with an American League matchup featuring the Houston Astros and the Tampa Bay Rays. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Houston Astros vs. Tampa Bay Rays game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Houston Astros vs. Tampa Bay Rays matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Ryan Pepiot, Starting Pitcher, Tampa Bay Rays $10,800

On Monday night, Major League Baseball presents the opening game of a three-game American League series featuring the Houston Astros and the Tampa Bay Rays.

How are these two teams playing entering tomorrow’s MLB game? The Tampa Bay Rays arrive at the first game of this three-game series with the Houston Astros playing below average baseball. The Rays have lost four of the team’s last seven games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 9-4 loss to the Miami Marlins two days ago.

In direct contrast to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Houston Astros are playing well entering tomorrow night’s American League game. The Astros have won four of the team’s last six games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals earlier this week.

Now that we have determined how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to tomorrow night’s game. Starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot has been a solid contributor for the Tampa Bay Rays starting pitching rotation this season. With that said, how has Pepiot performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Pepiot’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In nine starts made this season, Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot has compiled a 2-5 (won-loss record), a 3.93 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 1.29 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched) in 2025. It is also noteworthy that Pepiot has tallied 45 strikeouts while allowing 17 walks in 50.1 innings pitched this season.

Last week, in the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot pitched rather well. Let me be more specific. Pepiot pitched six quality innings while scattering six hits and one walk in the Blue Jays win over the Rays. Additionally, in the Blue Jays win over Tampa Bay, Pepiot accumulated 17.3 Draftkings points.

In my view, Ryan Pepiot is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tomorrow night’s MLB game. Having stated that, I am backing Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season contest (Draftkings price noted): Josh Lowe, Outfielder (Tampa Bay Rays) $9,800: Isaac Paredes, Third Baseman (Houston Astros) $7,200: Jose Caballero, Outfielder (Tampa Bay Rays) $7,000.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Storm vs. Wings 5/19/25

Hans Geevers — Mon, 19 May 2025 01:49:34 +0000

The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Seattle Storm and the Dallas Wings. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Seattle Storm vs. Dallas Wings game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Seattle Storm vs. Dallas Wings matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Skylar Diggins, Guard, Seattle Storm $8,600

Veteran guard Skylar Diggins was a standout performer for the Seattle Storm last season. With that said how did Diggins perform from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review Diggins relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that Skylar Diggins played for the Seattle Storm in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Diggins averaged 15.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.9 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Skylar Diggins played for the Storm in 2024, Diggins averaged a robust 32.7 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Storm’s opening game of the 2025 WNBA regular season two days ago, Seattle guard Skylar Diggins 21 points, three rebounds, four assists, four steals and one block in the Las Vegas Aces 83-76 defeat of the Seattle Storm.

In my view, Skylar Diggins is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Nneka Ogwumike, Forward, Seattle Storm $9,400

In addition to guard Skylar Diggins, forward Nneka Ogwumike was a key contributor for the Seattle Storm last season. Let’s examine Ogwumike’s game data from 2024 to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 37 games that forward Nneka Ogwumike played for the Seattle Storm in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Ogwumike averaged 16.6 points, 7.7 assists, 2.3 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.5 blocks a contest.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 37 games that Ogwumike played for the Storm in 2024, Ogwumike averaged a rather impressive 34.8 Draftkings points a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Arika Ogunbowale, Guard (Dallas Wings) $9,600: Paige Bueckers, Guard (Dallas Wings) $9,000.

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Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks: Mets vs. Yankees 5/18/25

Hans Geevers — Sun, 18 May 2025 17:30:16 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with an interleague matchup featuring the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the New York Mets vs. New York Yankees game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s New York Mets vs. New York Yankees matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Max Fried, Starting Pitcher, New York Yankees $12,400

On Sunday night, Major League Baseball presents the final game of a three-game interleague series featuring the New York Mets and the New York Yankees.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The New York Yankees arrive at the third game of this three-game series with the New York Mets playing good baseball. The Yankees have won five of the team’s last eight games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a dominating 10-2 win over the Athletics last week.

Similar to the New York Yankees, the New York Mets are playing well entering this evening’s interleague game. Let me be more specific. The Mets have won six of the team’s last nine games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 2-1 defeat of the Pittsburgh Pirates five days ago.

Now that we have determined how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our attention to tonight’s contest. Starting pitcher Max Fried has been standout contributor for the New York Yankees this season. Having stated that, how has the talented pitcher performed from a statistical standpoint in 2025? Let’s review Fried’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

Through nine starts in 2025, New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried holds a 6-0 (win-loss record), a 1.11 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 0.94 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched). Additionally, Fried has compiled 52 strikeouts in 56.2 innings pitched this season.

Last month, in the New York Yankees 7-0 shutout win over the Detroit Tigers, New York starting pitcher Max Fried certainly pitched at a high level. Fried pitched seven quality innings while scattering five hits and no walks in the Yankees victory over the Tigers.

In my opinion, Max Fried is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tonight’s MLB game. With that said, I am rolling with New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season contest (Draftkings price noted): David Peterson, Starting Pitcher (New York Mets) $10,800: Aaron Judge, Outfielder (New York Yankees) $9,800: Brandon Nimmo, Outfielder (New York Mets) $6,600.

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Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks: Angels vs. Dodgers 5/18/25

Hans Geevers — Sun, 18 May 2025 15:45:02 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with an interleague matchup featuring the Los Angeles Angels and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Los Angeles Angels vs. Los Angeles Dodgers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for today’s Los Angeles Angels vs. Los Angeles Dodgers matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Tony Gonsolin, Starting Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers $12,000

On Sunday afternoon, Major League Baseball presents the final game of a three-game interleague series featuring the Los Angeles Angels and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

How are these two teams playing entering today’s MLB game? The Los Angeles Dodgers arrive at the third game of this three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels playing below average baseball. The Dodgers have lost five of the team’s last nine games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 3-0 shutout loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks last week.

In direct contrast to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Los Angeles Angels are playing well entering this afternoon’s interleague game. Let me be more specific. The Angels have won four of the team’s last seven games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 9-5 defeat of the San Diego Padres six days ago.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s shift our focus to today’s game. Starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin has been a standout performer for the Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitching rotation this season. With that said, how has Gonsolin performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review the veteran hurler’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In three starts made this season, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin has compiled a robust 2-0 (won-loss record), a 2.81 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 1.06 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched) in 2025. Additionally, Gonsolin has amassed 21 strikeouts while allowing four walks in 16 innings pitched this season.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks one week ago, Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin pitched rather well. Gonsolin pitched five quality innings while scattering three hits and two walks in the Dodgers victory over the Diamondbacks. It should also be mentioned that in the Dodgers win over Arizona, Gonsolin accumulated 20.3 Draftkings points.

In my opinion, Tony Gonsolin is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this afternoon’s MLB game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season contest (Draftkings price noted): Yusei Kikuchi, Starting Pitcher (Los Angeles Angels) $10,400: Shohei Ohtani, First Baseman (Los Angeles Dodgers) $10,000: Hyeseong Kim, Second Baseman (Los Angeles Angels) $5,200.

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Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks: Nuggets vs. Thunder 5/18/25

Hans Geevers — Sat, 17 May 2025 21:19:59 +0000

The NBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a Western Conference playoff matchup featuring the Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow’s Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,800

Talented center Nikola Jokic has been the driving force behind the Denver Nuggets success on the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Jokic’s player data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 83 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season Jokic is averaging 29.1 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 83 games that Nikola Jokic has played for the Nuggets this season, Jokic is averaging a rather impressive 67.1 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Denver Nuggets 119-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves two days ago, Nuggets center Nikola Jokic amassed a whopping 66 Draftkings points.

In summary, I think Nikola Jokic is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $12,200

In the 84 games that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to continue his outstanding play in tomorrow’s playoff matchup with the Denver Nuggets.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen Williams, Forward (Oklahoma City Thunder) $9,600: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,200: Christian Braun, Guard (Denver Nuggets) $7,000.

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Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks: Braves vs. Red Sox 5/17/25

Hans Geevers — Sat, 17 May 2025 18:53:32 +0000

Major League Baseball presents Draftkings baseball fans with an interleague matchup featuring the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox. Let’s take a look at this MLB game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Atlanta Braves vs. Boston Red Sox game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings MLB single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Atlanta Braves vs. Boston Red Sox matchup.

Draftkings MLB Showdown Picks

Captain-Grant Holmes, Starting Pitcher, Atlanta Braves $10,600

On Saturday night, Major League Baseball presents the second game of a three-game interleague series featuring the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox.

How are these two teams playing entering tonight’s MLB game? The Atlanta Braves arrive at the second game of this three-game series with the Boston Red Sox playing good baseball. The Braves have won four of the team’s last five games played in the 2025 MLB regular season, including a 5-2 victory over the Washington Nationals two days ago.

In direct contrast to the Atlanta Braves, the Boston Red Sox are playing below average baseball entering tonight’s interleague contest. More specifically, the Red Sox have lost five of the team’s last seven games played this season, including a 2-1 loss to the Kansas City Royals last week.

Now that we have identified how both of these teams are currently playing let’s turn our attention to this evening’s contest. Starting pitcher Grant Holmes has been a solid performer for the Atlanta Braves starting pitching rotation this season. Having stated that, how has the veteran pitcher performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Holme’s relevant game data from the 2025 MLB regular season to answer that question.

In the nine games that starting pitcher Grant Holmes has made for Atlanta Braves this season, Holmes has compiled a 2-3 (won-loss record), a 4.58 ERA (Earned Run Average) and a 1.25 WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched) in 2025. Additionally, Holmes has amassed 44 strikeouts while allowing 21 walks in 45.2 innings pitched this season.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves earlier this month, Braves starting pitcher Grant Holmes pitched exceptionally well. Holmes pitched six quality innings while scattering four hits and two walks in the Dodgers victory over the Braves. It should also be mentioned that in the Dodgers win over Braves, Holmes accumulated a massive 23.9 Draftkings points.

In my view, Grant Holmes is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in tonight’s MLB game. With that said, I am backing Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Grant Holmes at the captain position for this one game MLB DFS slate.

Flex plays I like to play well in this MLB regular season contest (Draftkings price noted): Lucas Giolito, Starting Pitcher (Boston Red Sox) $11,000: Jarren Duran, Outfielder (Boston Red Sox) $9,200: Sean Murphy, Catcher (Atlanta Braves) $7,400.

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