MLB Top Stacks 6/25/24

Stacking is an essential strategy in MLB DFS, as it allows you to capitalize on high-scoring games and maximize your fantasy points. Today’s slate offers several juicy matchups where we can exploit weak pitching. Here are the top three DFS stacks for today, along with two under-the-radar stacks that could give you an edge.

Top 3 DFS Stacks

1. Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chris Flexen (White Sox)

Key Insights:

• Dodgers’ Lineup: Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, Freddie Freeman, Teoscar Hernandez, Andy Pages
• Pitcher: Chris Flexen has struggled mightily against left-handed hitters, with an ISO of .205 and a high xwOBA of .334 against righties. This makes him a prime target for the Dodgers’ powerful lineup.
• Statistics: Ohtani’s .374 ISO and .458 xwOBA against right-handed pitchers are off the charts. Freddie Freeman’s .223 ISO and .409 xwOBA further highlight the Dodgers’ power potential. With Flexen’s propensity to give up hard contact, expect the Dodgers to put up a big number today.

2. Houston Astros vs. Austin Gomber (Rockies)

Key Insights:

• Astros’ Lineup: Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, Jeremy Pena, Yainer Diaz
• Pitcher: Austin Gomber has been terrible against right-handed hitters, with an ISO of .287 and an xwOBA of .398. His inability to miss bats (13.7% K% against lefties) puts him at a significant disadvantage against the Astros.
• Statistics: Yordan Alvarez’s .203 ISO and .361 xwOBA against lefties, combined with Jose Altuve’s consistent contact and power, make this an enticing stack. Bregman’s plate discipline (10.4% BB%) and ability to hit for power (.143 ISO) add to the stack’s potential.

3. New York Yankees vs. David Peterson (Mets)

Key Insights:

• Yankees’ Lineup: Anthony Volpe, Juan Soto, Aaron Judge, Alex Verdugo, Gleyber Torres
• Pitcher: David Peterson has struggled with right-handed hitters, allowing an ISO of .166 and an xwOBA of .349. His high walk rate (10.9% against righties) further exacerbates his troubles.
• Statistics: Aaron Judge’s .392 ISO and .479 xwOBA against left-handed pitchers are elite. Juan Soto’s combination of power and on-base skills (.185 ISO and .385 xwOBA) makes this stack incredibly potent. Peterson’s inability to consistently throw strikes will give the Yankees plenty of opportunities to capitalize.

Under-the-Radar Stacks

1. Toronto Blue Jays vs. Brayan Bello (Red Sox)

Key Insights:

• Blue Jays’ Lineup: Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Spencer Horwitz, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Justin Turner, George Springer
• Pitcher: Brayan Bello has a low strikeout rate (15.3% against lefties) and a high ISO allowed (.215 against lefties). This makes him vulnerable to the Blue Jays’ right-handed power bats.
• Statistics: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s .182 ISO and .387 xwOBA against right-handed pitchers make him a key player in this stack. George Springer’s ability to get on base (.135 ISO and .331 xwOBA) enhances the stack’s potential to produce runs.

2. Atlanta Braves vs. Kyle Gibson (Cardinals)

Key Insights:

• Braves’ Lineup: Jarred Kelenic, Ozzie Albies, Marcell Ozuna, Matt Olson, Austin Riley
• Pitcher: Kyle Gibson has struggled against left-handed hitters, with an ISO of .197 and an xwOBA of .348. His below-average strikeout rate (18.8% against lefties) makes him a target.
• Statistics: Matt Olson’s .294 ISO and .391 xwOBA against right-handed pitchers make him a must-have in this stack. Marcell Ozuna’s .280 ISO and .406 xwOBA further bolster the stack’s upside. Gibson’s struggles to limit power from left-handed hitters make the Braves a sneaky good stack today.

These top stacks and under-the-radar plays offer a mix of power, plate discipline, and favorable matchups that can help you build a winning DFS lineup for today’s slate. Keep an eye on these stacks as you finalize your picks and look for opportunities to capitalize on weak pitching. Happy stacking!