MLB DFS Top Stacks 5/2/24

Yankees vs. Kyle Bradish (Orioles – R)

• • Matchup Insights:
    • Opponent Vulnerability: Bradish has been susceptible, especially to left-handed hitters, showing a higher ISO and wOBA in recent games.
    • Power Hitters: The Yankees lineup boasts several heavy hitters like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, who are known for their slugging capabilities, making them ideal for stacking against a pitcher who gives up significant power to right-handers.
    • Recent Form: Despite a decent strikeout ability, Bradish’s recent games have shown he can be hit hard, giving up a .215 wOBA to right-handers but still struggling with home run suppression.

Mets vs. Ben Brown (Cubs – R)

• • Matchup Insights:
    • Rookie Challenge: Brown, still relatively new to the majors, has shown high variability in his performances, especially against left-handed hitters where his wOBA rises significantly.
    • Balanced Lineup: The Mets have a balanced attack featuring power and contact hitters like Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor, who can exploit Brown’s inexperience and higher fly-ball rates.
    • Stack Effectiveness: Given Brown’s tendency to give up home runs and hard hits, stacking the Mets could pay off in runs and RBIs.

Red Sox vs. Kyle Harrison (Giants – L)

• • Matchup Insights:
    • Left-Handed Struggles: Harrison has shown to struggle more against right-handers, with a higher ISO and wOBA allowed.
    • Key Hitters: Right-handed hitters like Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers can capitalize on Harrison’s weaknesses, especially in Fenway Park which favors right-handed power.
    • Park Factor: The dimensions of Fenway Park, combined with Harrison’s fly-ball rates, increase the likelihood of home runs, making this stack particularly appealing.

Under-the-Radar Stack:

1. Orioles vs. Carlos Rodon (Yankees – L)
   • Matchup Insights:
     • Exploiting Weaknesses: Despite Rodon’s overall effectiveness, his recent starts show some vulnerability, especially in terms of control and giving up critical hits.
     • Orioles’ Potential: Batters like Ryan Mountcastle and Adley Rutschman have shown they can capitalize on left-handed pitching, with impressive ISO and wOBA figures.
     • Strategic Advantage: Rodon’s occasional inconsistency with his slider, which is key against right-handers, could be exploited by the Orioles’ lineup, making them a sneaky good stack in larger tournaments.

Strategic Considerations:

• Stacking against pitchers with high ISOs and wOBAs can lead to high-point outings due to extra-base hits and RBIs.
• Consider the park factors and recent form when choosing your stacks, as they can significantly influence game outcomes.
• Under-the-radar stacks are often less owned and can differentiate your lineup in large field tournaments.

By strategically selecting these stacks based on pitcher matchups and player strengths, you can maximize your scoring potential in today’s MLB DFS contests.