Ultimate Guide to MLB Tokyo Series: Fantasy Baseball Lineup Tips and Betting Insights
Get expert advice on setting your fantasy baseball lineups and placing bets for the MLB Tokyo Series. Discover top pitching and hitting strategies to dominate your league.
Starting Pitchers for Tokyo Series
Pitchers are ranked based on their projected fantasy points (FPTS) using ESPN's standard scoring system. Here’s a breakdown of the top pitchers:
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (R): Facing the Cubs in Game 1, Yamamoto has a 99.2% roster percentage and is expected to pitch without restrictions.
- Roki Sasaki (R): Also facing the Cubs in Game 2, Sasaki has a 91.5% roster percentage and a solid projection.
- Shota Imanaga (L): Taking on the Dodgers in Game 1, Imanaga has a 77.4% roster percentage.
- Justin Steele (L): Facing the Dodgers in Game 2, Steele had a rough spring but still projects a solid season.
Top Pitching Notes
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto is the only pitcher with a five-inning outing this spring, making him a reliable choice.
- Justin Steele had a challenging spring with a 9.35 ERA and a 1.62 WHIP over 8⅔ innings. Consider benching him for Game 2.
- Relievers from both the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are valuable for early stats. Key relievers include Kirby Yates, Blake Treinen, and Alex Vesia for the Dodgers, and Julian Merryweather, Ryan Brasier, and Nate Pearson for the Cubs.
Top Hitting Notes
- Dodgers SS Mookie Betts is still recovering from an illness, and Cubs 2B Nico Hoerner is not ready to play after surgery.
- With the Cubs starting left-handers, Dodgers OF Andy Pages may hit higher in the order. Enrique Hernandez and Chris Taylor could see more action.
Additional Resources
For the latest updates on bullpen hierarchies and potential save opportunities, check out the Reliever Chart.
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