Logan Webb lands at the top of Monday’s DFS board after a groundball-heavy, high-strikeout profile that plays in San Francisco’s pitcher-friendly set-up against San Diego. Freddy Peralta brings near-elite strikeout upside with a solid 3.03 ERA as Milwaukee hosts Pittsburgh. Ryne Nelson offers salary relief with a steadily strong run of outings, while Nathan Eovaldi looks like a stable anchor for Texas against a lighter-lung lineup. Stacks lean Cardinals in a favorable Rockies matchup (Alec Burleson, Masyn Winn, Nolan Gorman) and a Boston trio (Jarren Duran, Wilyer Abreu, Roman Anthony) against Houston’s lefty-friendly arms. Ha-Seong Kim provides a value spark for San Diego, and the Red Sox outfield trio adds flyer potential against lefty-friendly spots.

Monday night at Oracle Park features a pivotal NL West showdown as San Diego visits San Francisco. The Padres (66-52) trail the Dodgers and look to gain ground, while the Giants (59-59) cling to a narrowing playoff picture. The matchup pits Yu Darvish against Logan Webb, with Darvish carrying a rough 6.51 ERA through six starts and Webb carrying a steady 3.24 mark and a sharp last outing against this same Padres club that went eight scoreless. The betting board lists Padres +1.5 and Giants -1.5, a 8.5-run total, and a clear tilt toward the home team in a game that could swing momentum in the division race.

Darvish has walked 11 in six starts, and San Francisco’s patient lineup—among the league leaders in walks drawn—may pressure him early as he looks to work deeper. Webb, fresh off that dominant eight-inning gem against San Diego, brings a reliable fantasy floor. The pick in SI Betting’s column leans Giants, and the prop market highlights Darvish’s walk rate as a potential weak link for a Padres squad that struggles to plate runs.

For fantasy players, Webb represents a high-floor option with a favorable matchup at home, while Darvish carries more risk given his control and recent form. The Giants’ heartbeat—patient hitters who can pounce on mistakes—gives Webb a comfortable path to another strong start, while the Padres must navigate a tough night for power and timing in a park that can play small-ball.

The San Francisco Giants face the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game 2 of their series, with Logan Webb on the mound for the Giants and Mike Burrows for the Pirates. Following a close 5-4 loss, the Pirates have shown resilience, winning seven of their last nine games. Webb has a solid 3.31 ERA, while Burrows stands at 3.88. The Giants are favored at -160 on the moneyline against the Pirates' +134. Betting trends favor the Pirates at home, particularly with the Over hitting in five of their last seven home games.

Webb's recent performance against the Pirates, featuring 11 strikeouts, enhances his appeal in fantasy leagues. The Pirates, buoyed by the timely hitting of Isiah Kiner-Falefa, are gaining momentum. The odds suggest a competitive matchup, making it a crucial game for both teams as they navigate the latter part of the season. Look out for strategic plays as each team seeks to capitalize on pitching matchups and batting statistics.

The San Francisco Giants are struggling in the second half of the season, having won only two of their last ten games, leading to a decline in their playoff hopes. Currently, they sit under .500 at a record of 56-57. To reverse their fortunes, they are turning to ace Logan Webb, who has had a mixed July but still holds a respectable 3.31 ERA. In their upcoming matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates, who are on a mini-streak with seven wins in their last ten games, Webb's performance is crucial. The Pirates, at 49-64, rank last in the NL Central but pose a challenge with Webb's recent inconsistencies. The odds favor the Giants at -158, reflecting their slight edge despite their recent performance.