MLB DFS Expert Survey: Thursday, May 28th

by Justin Bailey (Jbails26) Last Updated 2026-05-28 17:24:52 Premium Content Part of the product MLB DFS

Our panel of experts is here to give you their insights on MLB DFS today for the 5/28 main slate on DraftKings and FanDuel. They’re here to answer key questions that will assist you in making those crucial lineup-building decisions. Curious who our experts have as their favorite sneaky stack? Or perhaps you’re wondering who they have as their top overall pitcher? Read their thoughts below!

MLB DFS Picks: DraftKings & FanDuel Expert Survey for Thursday, May 28

Who is your favorite hitter to spend up for in cash games?

headChopper: Pete Alonso
stevietpfl: Taylor Ward
Notorious: Pete Alonso

What is your preferred tournament format (e.g. large-field, single-entry) to play on this slate? How do you plan to beat that field of opponents? What tactic or strategy will set you apart?

headChopper: I prefer small-field tournaments today. This is such a small slate, and pOWN% looks very condensed. I think the thing I keep coming back to here is stacking one team (Baltimore for me) in some form, whether that’s a 3-man, 4-man, or 5-man stack, and then taking the other roster spots and just picking some one-offs from other teams. I also do not mind having a hitter going against my pitcher today since my pitchers will be chalk. That is a great way to get unique on this small slate.

stevietpfl: I’m going to focus on single-entry contests. With a small slate and a lack of stacks I like, I’m going to build around the three offenses I like. Baltimore, Toronto, and Pittsburgh will be the main options for me. I’m going to build 1-3 lineups with the focus around 4-2-2 and 3-3-2 stacks using those offenses. I’m going to eat the chalk at pitcher with Paul Skenes, Nathan Eovaldi, and Spencer Arrighetti. I’m hoping that my roster construction not being a full stack helps separate my builds.

Notorious: I prefer small-field tournaments. I’m going to be different from most of the field (especially in small-field tournaments) because I’m taking my chances with a fade of Paul Skenes. His numbers on the season are elite, but he has struggled in his last few starts, and I rarely target pitchers who are facing the Cubs. Chicago has one of the most potent offenses in baseball (7 hitters in their projected lineup have a .325+ xwOBA against RHP), and they strike out at a low rate.

Who is your favorite pitcher (when considering price, matchup, projected ownership, etc.) on the board and why?

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