Fantasy

A new week, another batch of waiver-wire additions just the way you like 'em: hot and fresh out of the oven.

Some players mentioned last week—including Noah Syndergaard, Avisail Garcia, Marlon Byrd, Torii Hunter, Jimmy Nelson and Shin-Soo Choo—are already owned in many leagues, but they remain quality pickups if they're available.

With a full schedule and many top names in action Saturday, picking a daily fantasy baseball team could end up being quite a challenge. No matter who you select, there will likely need to be a lot of compromising in value across the board.

Here is a look at the best and worst players to pick for May 16.

Pitchers to Draft

Felix Hernandez, Seattle Mariners ($11,600)

Looking to build the bank for a great weekend? DraftKings daily fantasy baseball provides a great opportunity to do just that. With a massive schedule, we've taken the liberty of picking out the best MLB position players for owners.

In anticipation of the Friday slate, here's a look at the top players to target at several positions across the MLB.

It is a packed Tuesday-night MLB slate, and it is even more crowded when you consider the myriad options on the daily fantasy baseball board among starting pitchers. There doesn't look like there is much to choose between them, but we take our stab at outlining the best DraftKings pitcher picks for May 12.

A lack of true aces on the board could make Tuesday a big day for the hitters in daily fantasy baseball. If you find the right value for pitchers and combine it with some big-time performers at the plate, you could be in for a nice showing on May 12.

Pitchers to Draft

Jake Arrieta, Chicago Cubs ($8,600)

A new week, another batch of waiver-wire additions just the way you like 'em: hot and fresh out of the oven.

Some players mentioned last week—including Rusney Castillo, Trevor Plouffe, Alex Colome and Blake Swihart—are already owned in many leagues, but they remain quality pickups if they're available.

Over a month into the 2015 season, sample sizes have become large enough for fantasy baseball owners to consider promising early starts.

For some young breakout stars, it's already far too late. Everybody purchased stock on Joc Pederson, Devon Travis and Chris Archer long ago. Brand names such as Alex Rodriguez and Bartolo Colon warranted immediate attention, as both are well-known veterans playing in the Big Apple.

With a handful of aces on the board who aren't performing to their ability, daily fantasy baseball players might be better off spending their money elsewhere Saturday.

What good is a fantasy owner who lacks a sense of timing?

Fantasy baseball—just like the real thing—is a game of skill, luck and timing. That last trait in particular comes in handy in regard to getting value in the trading game.

Knowing which player(s) to trade away and which to deal for—and knowing just the right time to do so—can make all the difference.