MLB DFS Preview Wednesday 4/24/24 Main Slate

Oakland Athletics at New York Yankees – 7:05 PM EDT at Yankee Stadium

• Pitching Matchup: Joe Boyle (OAK) vs. Clarke Schmidt (NYY)
• Insights:
  • Boyle steps in with a high xWOBA (.330) and xERA (4.3) indicating potential trouble against the Yankees’ powerful lineup.
  • Schmidt counters with a more favorable xWOBA (.325) but a similar ERA trend (4.47), suggesting vulnerability.
  • Game Dynamics: Expect Yankee bats to dominate in a hitter-friendly ballpark, with the Athletics as potential underdogs to capitalize on any slip-ups by Schmidt.

Miami Marlins at Atlanta Braves – 7:20 PM EDT at Truist Park

• Pitching Matchup: Sixto Sanchez (MIA) vs. Reynaldo Lopez (ATL)
• Insights:
  • Sanchez has a SIERA (5.27) that doesn’t inspire confidence, coupled with a low strikeout rate (9%).
  • Lopez shines with a lower xWOBA (.233) and impressive ERA (2.68), positioning him well against the Marlins’ lineup.
  • Game Dynamics: The Braves are favored, especially with Lopez’s control and efficiency on the mound, making them a tough opponent for the Marlins.

Houston Astros at Chicago Cubs – 7:40 PM EDT at Wrigley Field

• Pitching Matchup: Spencer Arrighetti (HOU) vs. Jameson Taillon (CHC)
• Insights:
  • Arrighetti comes in with a concerning xERA (3.93) but has shown strikeout ability (21% K%).
  • Taillon, with a similar xERA (2.45), shows potential for control (6% BB%) against the Astros’ hitters.
  • Game Dynamics: This could be a closer matchup with each team’s pitching having their own strengths and weaknesses, leading to a potential high-scoring affair.

Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals – 7:40 PM EDT at Kauffman Stadium

• Pitching Matchup: Yariel Rodriguez (TOR) vs. Alec Marsh (KCR)
• Insights:
  • Rodriguez’s xWOBA (.395) is high, suggesting the Royals’ batters may have a day out.
  • Marsh shows promise with a more moderate xWOBA (.322), but his SIERA (4.33) points to potential challenges.
  • Game Dynamics: The Blue Jays have the firepower to take on Marsh, yet Rodriguez’s susceptibility could even the playing field.

Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins – 7:40 PM EDT at Target Field

• Pitching Matchup: Garrett Crochet (CHW) vs. Joe Ryan (MIN)
• Insights:
  • Crochet’s higher xWOBA (.239) could work in favor of the Twins’ lineup, especially in a park that favors hitters.
  • Ryan presents a better xWOBA (.236) and an impressive ERA (4.39), signaling a competitive edge.
  • Game Dynamics: This pitching duel could sway in the Twins’ favor, but the variability of Crochet could make it interesting for DFS.

Seattle Mariners at Texas Rangers – 8:05 PM EDT at Globe Life Field

• Pitching Matchup: Bryce Miller (SEA) vs. Jon Gray (TEX)
• Insights:
  • Miller has decent stats but will face a challenge against the Rangers in their home park.
  • Gray, sporting a higher xWOBA (.379), could find himself struggling against the Mariners’ hitters.
  • Game Dynamics: With both pitchers showing susceptibility, a higher-scoring game could be in store.

San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies – 8:40 PM EDT at Coors Field

• Pitching Matchup: Matt Waldron (SDP) vs. Ty Blach (COL)
• Insights:
  • Waldron’s stats do not inspire confidence, especially at a hitter’s paradise like Coors Field.
  • Blach has a much higher xERA (2.49) and SIERA (5.11), which could lead to an advantage for the Padres’ bats.
  • Game Dynamics: Expect runs to be on the menu as Coors Field could see both pitchers being put to the test.

Overall Insights:

• The slate features a mix of matchups with some pitchers likely to dominate and others who might struggle.
• Key statistics like xWOBA, ERA, and SIERA can give us insight into potential performance.
• Coors Field is always a wild card with its high altitude and hitter-friendly dynamics.

Use these insights to dive deeper into the matchups, understanding the strengths and weaknesses that could influence the outcome of the games, and ultimately, your DFS success.