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MLB DFS Top Stacks 5/22/24 Main Slate

Chris Galligan 05/22/2024

MLB DFS Top Stacks 5/22/24 Main Slate

When building your DFS lineups, stacking the right offenses can make all the difference. Today, we’ll dive into the top three MLB stacks for your DFS slate and an under-the-radar stack that could give you an edge.

Let’s get into the matchups and the stats that justify these picks.

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1. Philadelphia Phillies vs. Andrew Heaney (TEX)

Key Insights:

Venue: Citizens Bank Park, favorable for hitters with warm weather conditions.
Pitcher Stats: Andrew Heaney struggles more against right-handed hitters, posting a higher ISO (.195) and xwOBA (.322) against them.
Phillies Lineup vs. LHP:
- Kyle Schwarber: High strikeout rate but massive power potential (.217 ISO).
- J.T. Realmuto: Strong xHR (0.394) and decent power numbers against lefties.
- Bryce Harper: Consistent threat with a solid xwOBA (.369) and power (.219 ISO).
- Alec Bohm: Impressive xHR (0.389) and power numbers (.265 ISO).

Why This Stack:

Heaney’s struggles against right-handed power hitters align perfectly with the Phillies’ lineup. The combination of power and favorable ballpark conditions makes this stack highly appealing.

2. Milwaukee Brewers vs. Jesus Luzardo (MIA)

Key Insights:

Venue: loanDepot park, challenging for hitters but Brewers’ power can overcome it.
Pitcher Stats: Luzardo is tough but can be vulnerable to right-handed power hitters (.181 ISO, .318 xwOBA vs. RHB).
Brewers Lineup vs. LHP:
- William Contreras: Elite power against lefties (.263 ISO, .375 xwOBA).
- Willy Adames: High strikeout rate but significant power potential (.187 ISO).
- Christian Yelich: Decent numbers against lefties despite lower ISO (.135).

Why This Stack:

Luzardo’s higher ISO against righties fits well with the Brewers’ power-hitting capabilities. Despite the park factor, the Brewers’ top right-handed bats can exploit Luzardo’s vulnerabilities.

3. Atlanta Braves vs. Justin Steele (CHC)

Key Insights:

Venue: Wrigley Field, neutral to slightly favorable for hitters.
Pitcher Stats: Justin Steele has a solid overall profile but shows some susceptibility to right-handed power hitters (.121 ISO).
Braves Lineup vs. LHP:
- Ronald Acuna Jr.: MVP-level production with elite xwOBA (.442) and power (.213 ISO).
- Ozzie Albies: Consistent power threat (.222 ISO).
- Austin Riley: Strong xHR (0.256) and power (.253 ISO).

Why This Stack:

The Braves’ powerful right-handed hitters match up well against Steele’s splits. Their high power and strong lineup depth make them a top stack for today.

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Under-the-Radar Stack:

Oakland Athletics vs. Austin Gomber (COL)

Key Insights:

Venue: Oakland Coliseum, a challenging park for hitters but Gomber’s struggles can offset this.
Pitcher Stats: Gomber has been vulnerable, especially to right-handed hitters (.188 ISO, .345 xwOBA vs. RHB).
Athletics Lineup vs. LHP:
- Brent Rooker: Significant power potential (.245 ISO).
- J.D. Davis: Consistent power numbers (.186 ISO).
- Tyler Nevin: Decent splits against lefties (.217 ISO).

Why This Stack:

Gomber’s overall struggles, particularly against right-handed power, make the Athletics a sneaky stack. While the ballpark isn’t ideal, the matchup is exploitable, and this stack could differentiate your lineup.

Summary:

Top Stacks:
- Phillies vs. Andrew Heaney
- Brewers vs. Jesus Luzardo
- Braves vs. Justin Steele
Under-the-Radar:
- Athletics vs. Austin Gomber

These stacks offer a blend of power, favorable matchups, and the potential for high-scoring outcomes. Use these insights to build your DFS lineups and gain an edge in today’s slate. Happy stacking!

That’s all I’ve got for today

Thank you for checking out the article, I hope I was able to provide you with some value as you begin to build your DFS lineups for today’s contests.

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