Understanding how points are awarded is crucial to building a winning lineup. Here's the complete breakdown of our scoring system for the 2026 season.
| Action | Points Awarded | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Single | +3 pts | Batter reaches first base safely |
| Double | +5 pts | Batter reaches second base |
| Triple | +8 pts | Batter reaches third base |
| Home Run | +10 pts | Ball hit over the fence for a home run |
| RBI (Run Batted In) | +2 pts | Batter drives in a run |
| Run Scored | +2 pts | Player crosses home plate |
| Stolen Base | +5 pts | Successfully steals a base |
| Walk (BB) | +2 pts | Batter receives four balls |
| Hit By Pitch | +2 pts | Batter reaches base after being hit |
| Caught Stealing | -2 pts | Player thrown out attempting to steal |
| Strikeout | -1 pt | Batter strikes out |
| Action | Points Awarded | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Inning Pitched | +3 pts | Per complete inning pitched |
| Strikeout (K) | +3 pts | Pitcher strikes out a batter |
| Win | +6 pts | Pitcher records the win |
| Complete Game | +4 pts | Pitcher completes all 9 innings |
| Shutout | +10 pts | Complete game with zero runs allowed |
| Quality Start | +4 pts | 6+ innings with 3 or fewer earned runs |
| Save | +5 pts | Relief pitcher successfully saves the game |
| Earned Run Allowed | -2 pts | Per earned run allowed by pitcher |
| Hit Allowed | -0.5 pts | Per hit allowed by pitcher |
| Walk Allowed (BB) | -0.5 pts | Pitcher walks a batter |
| Home Run Allowed | -3 pts | Pitcher gives up a home run |
| Loss | -3 pts | Pitcher receives the loss |
| Achievement | Points Awarded | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Bonus | 1.5x multiplier | Your selected captain's points are multiplied by 1.5 |
| Perfect Game | +20 pts | Pitcher completes game with no hits or walks |
| No-Hitter | +15 pts | Complete game with no hits allowed |
| Cycle | +15 pts | Batter hits single, double, triple, and HR in one game |
| Grand Slam | +5 pts | Home run with bases loaded (bonus in addition to HR points) |
| Multi-HR Game | +3 pts | Player hits 2 or more home runs in one game |
To enter a contest, your lineup must include:
Your captain's points get a 1.5x multiplier, so select a player you expect to have a big game. Consider recent form, matchup, and historical performance.
Consider selecting multiple players from the same team when they have a favorable matchup. If the team scores big, your entire lineup benefits.
Check the official starting lineups before the games lock. A star player sitting out can ruin your strategy, so stay updated until the last minute.
Starting pitchers can accumulate massive points through innings pitched, strikeouts, and wins. Prioritize pitchers with high strikeout rates facing weaker offenses.
Don't spend all your budget on superstars. Find value picks - players who are underpriced but have favorable matchups or are trending hot.
Some ballparks favor hitters (higher scoring), while others favor pitchers. Factor in where the game is being played when building your lineup.
Fantasy baseball involves skill and strategy, but individual game outcomes can be unpredictable. Even the best players have off days. Focus on making smart decisions based on data, matchups, and trends over the long term to improve your results.
Wind blowing out can lead to more home runs, while cold or rainy weather can suppress offense. Check weather forecasts for game day conditions.
Right-handed batters typically perform better against left-handed pitchers and vice versa. Look for these favorable matchups when building your lineup.
While season-long statistics are important, pay attention to recent performance. A player on a hot streak might outperform their season averages.