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MLB DFS Top Pitchers 5/22/24 Early Slate

Chris Galligan 05/22/2024

MLB DFS Top Pitchers 5/22/24 Early Slate

Welcome to the MLB DFS Top Pitchers for today’s early slate. We’ll dive into the key pitchers who are primed to make a significant impact based on their matchups and recent performances.

In addition, we’ll highlight a few under-the-radar plays that could offer tremendous value. Let’s break down the top pitchers for today’s games and why they stand out.

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1. Tarik Skubal (DET) vs. Royals

Key Insights:

Matchup: Kauffman Stadium, facing Cole Ragans.
Stats: Skubal has a 34.3% K-rate against right-handed batters and a 21.5% K-rate against left-handed batters.
Strengths: Dominates with a low 4.1% walk rate against right-handers and a .237 wOBA allowed.
Opportunity: Royals’ lineup features several right-handed hitters who struggle against high-strikeout lefties like Skubal.

Why He’s a Top Play:

Skubal’s ability to generate strikeouts and limit walks makes him a high-ceiling play. His recent form, including a dominant performance against the Diamondbacks, solidifies his top-tier status.

2. Hunter Brown (HOU) vs. Angels

Key Insights:

Matchup: Minute Maid Park, facing Tyler Anderson.
Stats: Brown has a 27.1% K-rate against left-handed batters and a 24.9% K-rate against right-handed batters.
Strengths: Excellent ground ball rate (48.6% vs. LHB, 54.0% vs. RHB) minimizes home run threats.
Opportunity: Angels’ lineup has struggled against high-strikeout right-handers, providing Brown a favorable matchup.

Why He’s a Top Play:

Brown’s ability to induce ground balls and strikeouts makes him a reliable DFS option. His consistent performance and matchup against a struggling Angels lineup enhance his appeal.

3. Triston McKenzie (CLE) vs. Mets

Key Insights:

Matchup: Progressive Field, facing Jose Quintana.
Stats: McKenzie has a 26.5% K-rate against right-handed batters and a 14.7% K-rate against left-handed batters.
Strengths: Effective against right-handed hitters with a .101 ISO allowed and a high ground ball rate (41.0%).
Opportunity: Mets’ lineup features several right-handed power hitters, but McKenzie’s effectiveness against righties gives him an edge.

Why He’s a Top Play:

McKenzie’s ability to strike out right-handed batters and limit power makes him a strong DFS option. His matchup against the Mets provides him the opportunity to leverage his strengths effectively.

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Under-the-Radar Plays

1. Cole Ragans (KC) vs. Tigers

Key Insights:

Matchup: Kauffman Stadium, facing Tarik Skubal.
Stats: Ragans has a 29.7% K-rate against right-handed batters and a 23.0% K-rate against left-handed batters.
Strengths: High strikeout rate against right-handed batters and solid ground ball rate (42.4% vs. RHB).
Opportunity: Tigers’ lineup has a high strikeout rate against left-handed pitchers, providing Ragans a favorable matchup.

Why He’s a Sneaky Play:

Ragans’ ability to strike out right-handed hitters and limit damage makes him a valuable under-the-radar DFS play. His recent performances against right-handed heavy lineups add to his potential value.

2. Simeon Woods Richardson (MIN) vs. Nationals

Key Insights:

Matchup: Nationals Park, facing Jake Irvin.
Stats: Woods Richardson has a 20.7% K-rate against right-handed batters and a 19.4% K-rate against left-handed batters.
Strengths: Effective against left-handed hitters with a .071 ISO allowed and solid ground ball rate (47.7%).
Opportunity: Nationals’ lineup has struggled against right-handed pitchers with high ground ball rates.

Why He’s a Sneaky Play:

Woods Richardson’s ability to limit left-handed hitters and induce ground balls makes him a strong under-the-radar DFS option. His matchup against the Nationals’ left-handed hitters enhances his potential value.

By focusing on these key pitchers and under-the-radar plays, you can build a strong DFS lineup for today’s slate. Use these insights to maximize your chances of success and stay tuned for more in-depth analysis on top hitters and stacks later today.

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