Friday’s MLB DFS slate centers on a marquee Kirby–Skenes duel and the breakout debut buzz of Payton Tolle and Jonah Tong. Kirby carries upside with a favorable Guardians matchup, while Skenes faces Payton Tolle in a high-ceiling showcase that could define cash and GPP builds. Tong’s Mets debut adds wild-card upside, and Springs offers a value pivot in a loaded pitcher pool. Cubs at Coors and Rangers at Sutter Health Park shape the hitter landscape with extra injury and weather caution.

Hitters draw lines to hitter-friendly venues and stacked teams, with Cubs, Rangers, and Rockies options on the radar, alongside strong mid-price bets like Duran and Suzuki. Weather watch and lineup shifts loom as first pitches approach, making early turbo contests meaningful for DFS rosters and optimizers alike.