Top MLB DFS Picks Today: DraftKings and FanDuel ft. Gleyber Torres, Jose Ramirez & more | October 18

When it comes to MLB playoff baseball, the stakes are always higher. This is true not only for the teams involved but also for those partial to Daily Fantasy Sports.

Today, using figures supplied by both DraftKings and FanDuel, we will assess the top DFS picks around MLB for Friday. Featuring a classic two-game slate, keep reading to determine which names you might want to back around MLB on October 18.

Top MLB DFS Picks - October 18

Pitchers

Jack Flaherty ($8800 on DraftKings, $9200 in Fanduel)

Jack Flaherty will start for the Dodgers in Game 5 against the New York Mets on Friday. Flaherty, who arrived in LA via a deadline deal with the Detroit Tigers, has been his club's best pitcher in the postseason.

"Jack Flaherty 9 up 9 down punching out 4 so far. Not horribly efficient at 46 pitches but looking fantastic so far" - Overdue Sports

In 12.1 innings of work, Flaherty has allowed 4 earned runs while striking out 8. Moreover, Flaherty's 0.81 WHIP leads all MLB pitchers who are still in the postseason (with at least 10 innings pitched).

Luis Gil ($8500 on DraftKings, $9000 on Fanduel)

Luis Gil will be called upon to make his first start since the end of September. Gil had a strong debut season with the New York Yankees, going 15-7 with a 3.50 ERA. Although Gil's career numbers against Cleveland are less than outstanding, the Dominican proved his ability to get whiffs with 171 strikeouts in 150 regular season innings this season.

Top Hitters

Aaron Judge ($6300 on DraftKings, $4700 on Fanduel)

On Thursday night, Aaron Judge lofted his second home run in as many games. Though the Yankees captain is still hitting a mere .174 in the postseason, the recent return of his trademark power has many fans excited. Despite the relatively poor hitting, Judge has still logged an .801 OPS this October.

"ALLLLLLLLLL RISE! AARON JUDGE GAME-TYING HOME RUN" - MLB

Jose Ramirez ($6000 on DraftKings, $4500 on Fanduel)

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez has reached base in six of eight postseason games this season. 5-for-28 this October, Ramirez has hit 2 homers and 4 RBIs. A career .333 hitter against the Yankees, watch out for Ramirez to break out soon.

Shohei Ohtani ($6500 on DraftKings, $4600 on Fanduel)

After doubt swirled around his performance against the San Diego Padres in the NLDS, Shohei Ohtani has silenced dissent with his performance in the NLCS.

"Shohei Ohtani wasted NO TIME." - FOX Sports: MLB

After hitting a towering three-run shot in Game 3, Ohtani took Mets starter Jose Quintana deep on the second pitch of Game 4. Those who have watched Ohtani know that the Japanese superstar may be impossible to slow down now.

Budget Picks

Josh Naylor ($3800 on DraftKings, $2700 on Fanduel)

Most Guardians fans wish that Josh Naylor had more of an impact in the ALDS. Despite a career season that saw him hit 31 homers and 108 RBIs, the Canadian first baseman is struggling to hit his weight this October. Regardless, if Cleveland is to win, Naylor will certainly have a hand in that success.

Gleyber Torres ($4100 on DraftKings, $3600 on Fanduel)

A career .294 hitter against the Cleveland Guardians, all eyes will be on Gleyber Torres in Game 4 on Friday. With his 7 walks leading the club in the category this October, Torres has reached base in every game this postseason.

"Gleyber Torres gives the Yankees an important insurance run!" - B/R Walkoff

Andres Gimenez ($3500 on DraftKings, $2700 on Fanduel)

Guardians second baseman Andres Gimenez has been lauded for his defensive play this October but leads his team with 11 strikeouts. However, given the discounted option, perhaps anticipating the Venezuelan infielder to break out soon makes some sense.