MLB DFS Top Stacks for Thursday 4/27/23 Early Slate
Welcome to today’s edition of MLB DFS Top Stacks for Thursday 4/27/23 Early Slate. That’s why we’ve analyzed the data and scoured the stats to bring you our top picks for today’s early slate of MLB DFS games. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newbie to the world of DFS, read on to discover our top stacks for today’s games.
Angels vs JP Sears
The Los Angeles Angels are poised to be a top stack for today’s early slate of MLB DFS games. Facing off against the Oakland A’s, the Angels have a deep and talented lineup that boasts impressive statistics against left-handed pitching.
JP Sears, the A’s starting pitcher, is a lefty, which works in the Angels’ favor. Taylor Ward and Mike Trout are two right-handed batters who excel against left-handed pitching. Ward has a .351 xwOBA and a .117 ISO against lefties, while Trout boasts an impressive .309 ISO and a .422 xwOBA against left-handed pitching. These two batters alone are enough to make the Angels a strong stack to consider for today’s early slate.
But the Angels’ lineup is far from shallow. Anthony Rendon, Hunter Renfroe, Brandon Drury, and Gio Urshela all have impressive xwOBAs against lefties, ranging from .317 to .401. These hitters can contribute both power and average to your fantasy lineup, making them reliable options for today’s game.
Even the lower end of the lineup, featuring Zach Neto and Chad Wallach, have shown their ability to hit for power and average against lefties. Neto may have only played nine plate appearances against left-handed pitching, but his .495 xwOBA is impressive nonetheless. Wallach has a .434 xwOBA and a .467 ISO in 19 plate appearances against lefties, making him a sneaky value play for today’s early slate.
Padres vs Hayden Wesneski
The San Diego Padres are another strong stack to consider for today’s early slate of MLB DFS games. They are facing off against the Chicago Cubs, and with Hayden Wesneski on the mound, the Padres’ right-handed batters are likely to shine.
Fernando Tatis Jr., Juan Soto, and Manny Machado are all right-handed batters who have the ability to hit for both power and average. Tatis Jr. has a .167 ISO and a .258 xwOBA against right-handed pitching, while Machado has a .206 ISO and a .316 xwOBA against righties. Soto, a left-handed batter, has impressive numbers against right-handed pitchers, with a .249 ISO and a .425 xwOBA.
Xander Bogaerts, Jake Cronenworth, Ha-Seong Kim, Trent Grisham, and Austin Nola round out the Padres’ lineup, each bringing their own strengths to the plate. Bogaerts has a .156 ISO and a .326 xwOBA against right-handed pitching, while Cronenworth has a .151 ISO and a .312 xwOBA against righties. Kim, Grisham, and Nola have also demonstrated their ability to hit for power and average against right-handed pitching, making them reliable value plays for your fantasy lineup.
With Wesneski on the mound, the Padres’ right-handed batters have a strong chance of scoring big in today’s game. With the added benefit of playing at home in Petco Park, the Padres are a top stack to consider for your MLB DFS early slate lineup.
Braves vs Braxton Garrett
The Atlanta Braves are a top stack to consider for today’s early slate of MLB DFS games. They are up against Braxton Garrett, a left-handed pitcher for the Miami Marlins, and the Braves’ lineup has proven to be successful against lefties this season.
Ronald Acuna Jr., Matt Olson, and Austin Riley are three batters who are particularly strong against left-handed pitching. Acuna Jr. has a .126 ISO and a .376 xwOBA against lefties, while Olson has a .167 ISO and a .319 xwOBA against lefties. Riley has a .349 ISO and a .412 xwOBA against left-handed pitching, making him a particularly attractive option for your fantasy lineup.
Sean Murphy, Ozzie Albies, Vaughn Grissom, Kevin Pillar, Marcell Ozuna, and Eli White round out the Braves’ lineup. While some of these batters have limited experience against left-handed pitching, others, such as Murphy, have demonstrated their ability to hit for power and average against lefties. Murphy has a .272 ISO and a .441 xwOBA against left-handed pitching, making him a solid value play for your fantasy lineup.
With Garrett on the mound, the Braves’ success against left-handed pitching makes them a top stack to consider for today’s early slate. With a deep and talented lineup that includes Acuna Jr., Olson, Riley, and Murphy, the Braves have the potential to deliver big points for your DFS lineup.
Mariners vs Matt Strahm
The Seattle Mariners are a sneaky stack to consider for today’s early slate of MLB DFS games. They are up against Matt Strahm, a left-handed pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, and the Mariners’ lineup has several strong batters who can deliver big points for your fantasy lineup.
Julio Rodriguez, Eugenio Suarez, Teoscar Hernandez, and AJ Pollock are four right-handed batters who have been particularly successful against left-handed pitching. Hernandez, in particular, has been on fire lately, with a .411 ISO and a .390 xwOBA against lefties. Meanwhile, Rodriguez, Suarez, and Pollock have all demonstrated their ability to hit for both power and average against left-handed pitching, making them reliable options for your DFS lineup.
Ty France, Jarred Kelenic, Cal Raleigh, Jose Caballero, and J.P. Crawford round out the Mariners’ lineup. While some of these batters have limited experience against left-handed pitching, others, such as France, have demonstrated their ability to hit for power against lefties. France has a .119 ISO and a .302 xwOBA against left-handed pitching, making him a solid value play for your fantasy lineup.
The Mariners’ success against left-handed pitching makes them a stack to consider for today’s early slate. With a lineup that includes Hernandez, Rodriguez, Suarez, and Pollock, the Mariners have the potential to score runs against Strahm and the Phillies.
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