MLB DFS Top Stacks 4/9/24

1. New York Yankees vs. Miami Marlins (A.J. Puk)

• Matchup Highlights:
  • The Yankees are facing a left-handed starter in A.J. Puk, whose stats reveal significant splits that favor right-handed hitters (vR: .186 ISO).
  • Key Yankees hitters show strong performance against lefties, highlighting a potential for high scoring.
• Top Stack Picks:
  • Aaron Judge (R): His staggering .373 ISO and .468 xwOBA vs. LHP are too good to ignore.
  • Giancarlo Stanton (R): Another power threat with a .312 ISO and .387 xwOBA against lefties.
  • Gleyber Torres (R): Offers a mix of power (.248 ISO) and on-base skills (.417 xwOBA vs. LHP).

2. Houston Astros vs. Kansas City Royals (Cole Ragans)

• Matchup Highlights:
  • Cole Ragans, a left-handed pitcher, will face an Astros lineup that thrives against lefties, presenting a favorable matchup for Houston.
  • Astros hitters like Kyle Tucker and Yordan Alvarez have impressive stats against left-handers, indicating potential for high offensive output.
• Top Stack Picks:
  • Kyle Tucker (L): With a .263 ISO and .391 xwOBA vs. LHP, Tucker is a prime candidate for big fantasy points.
  • Yordan Alvarez (L): Alvarez’s .212 ISO and .387 xwOBA against lefties underscore his power and on-base ability.
  • Jose Altuve (R): Brings a solid .183 ISO and .340 xwOBA into the matchup, offering a blend of power and consistency.

3. Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Minnesota Twins (Louie Varland)

• Matchup Highlights:
  • Facing a right-handed pitcher in Louie Varland, who has shown vulnerability (vR: .242 ISO, .349 xwOBA), the Dodgers’ left-handed hitters are in a prime position to capitalize.
  • The Dodgers have a deep lineup that can exploit matchups, making them a dangerous stack on any given night.
• Top Stack Picks:
  • Shohei Ohtani (L): An elite talent with a .372 ISO and .447 xwOBA vs. RHP, making him a must-play.
  • Freddie Freeman (L): Offers high consistency and power potential (.219 ISO, .417 xwOBA against RHP).
  • Mookie Betts (R): Don’t overlook Betts, who brings a .257 ISO and .400 xwOBA vs. RHP, providing balance to the stack.

4. San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs (Javier Assad)

• Matchup Highlights:
  • Javier Assad, with a higher xwOBA allowed to right-handers (.313), is up against a Padres lineup with dangerous hitters on both sides of the plate.
  • Padres’ balanced attack can exploit Assad’s splits, especially at Petco Park which can favor hitters in specific matchups.
• Top Stack Picks:
  • Fernando Tatis Jr. (R): Brings power and speed with a .179 ISO and .350 xwOBA against right-handers.
  • Manny Machado (R): A consistent threat with a .199 ISO and .324 xwOBA vs. RHP.
  • Jake Cronenworth (L): Provides a left-handed option with a .153 ISO and .334 xwOBA against righties, adding diversity to the stack.

Key Takeaways:

• Yankees and Astros are top choices due to their favorable matchups against left-handed pitchers, with particular hitters showing significant splits advantage.
• Dodgers offer a high ceiling against a vulnerable right-handed pitcher, with their lefty hitters poised for big games.
• Padres against Assad presents a balanced stack opportunity, exploiting both sides of the plate.

When constructing your DFS lineups, these stacks are poised to provide both power and consistency, offering a solid foundation for today’s slate. Remember, baseball is unpredictable, but leveraging matchups and statistical advantages can significantly tilt the odds in your favor.