Pitching: Ace Options

Spencer Strider – Atlanta Braves – $11,800 (DraftKings) / $11,800 (FanDuel)

Our top ace pick for tonight is Spencer Strider, and for good reason. He’s been lights out recently, with a stellar 37.8% strikeout rate and a fantastic 2.81 SIERA. Despite a couple of recent rocky starts, Strider’s fantasy upside remains unmatched. Facing the Philadelphia Phillies, who have a 23.4% strikeout rate against righties, Strider has the potential for double-digit strikeouts.

Zach Gallen – Arizona Diamondbacks – $10,600 (DraftKings) / $10,600 (FanDuel)

Zach Gallen is another top-tier option tonight, boasting a 26% strikeout rate and a 3.65 SIERA. He’s currently the favorite to win the NL Cy Young award. While the New York Mets are a formidable opponent, Gallen’s reliability and lower salary make him an attractive choice.

Eduardo Rodriguez – Detroit Tigers – $10,300 (DraftKings) / $10,300 (FanDuel)

Eduardo Rodriguez is a steady option, even though his strikeout upside may not match the top two pitchers. He faces the Cincinnati Reds, who strike out 22.8% of the time against lefties. Rodriguez’s consistency and matchup against a mediocre offense make him a viable selection.

Hunter Brown – Houston Astros – $9,900 (DraftKings) / $9,900 (FanDuel)

If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly ace, consider Hunter Brown. He has a strong 26.9% strikeout rate and faces the Oakland Athletics, who have a 24.5% strikeout rate against righties. Brown’s ground ball tendencies (52.5%) and affordable salary make him an intriguing option.

Stacking Opportunities

Atlanta Braves

The Braves are on fire, and they face the Philadelphia Phillies and Christopher Sanchez. With an impressive 5.01 implied run total, the Braves are a prime stacking choice. Look for players like Ronald Acuña Jr., Freddie Freeman, and Austin Riley to deliver big hits.

Baltimore Orioles

The Orioles have a great matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals and Drew Rom, who hasn’t fared well in his limited MLB appearances. Players like Ryan Mountcastle, Anthony Santander, and Gunner Henderson offer power and value for your lineup.

Boston Red Sox

Taking on Clark Schmidt of the New York Yankees, the Red Sox have a solid 5.19 implied run total. Tristan Casas and Adam Duvall provide excellent power options, while Rafael Devers is a must-have if you can afford him.

Chicago White Sox

Facing Alec Marsh of the Kansas City Royals, the White Sox offer budget-friendly options to complement your lineup. Luis Robert stands out with his .277 ISO against righties, and players like Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi offer cost-effective choices.

Remember, the key to successful stacking is mixing in both power hitters and value plays to maximize your lineup’s potential.

Dong Calls

For our home run calls, we’re looking at:

Tristan Casas (Boston Red Sox)

Casas has been smashing right-handed pitching with a .226 ISO. With a reasonable price of $3,200, he’s an excellent power option against the Yankees’ Clark Schmidt.

Austin Hayes (Baltimore Orioles)

Hayes has been in good form recently and boasts a .200+ ISO against lefties. He faces the Cardinals’ Drew Rom, making him a strong candidate to go deep tonight.

Tonight’s MLB DFS slate offers plenty of exciting options. Make sure to mix and match your lineups, focusing on strong pitching and stacking strategies, and keep an eye on our home run calls for that extra edge in your contests. Good luck!