MLB DFS Top Stacks: Friday, September 26th
MLB DFS is complex, which is why it helps to have data-driven tools at your disposal. That’s where we come in.
With some help from our Top Stacks tool, we can narrow down some of the stacks that are worth targeting for the upcoming MLB DFS slate. Our Top Stacks tool is powered by our MLB player projections that are available in our MLB optimizer, LineupHQ.
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MLB DFS Picks: Top Stacks for Friday, September 26th
Opto% Stack
Kansas City Royals at Athletics (Luis Morales)
The Kansas City Royals are a solid MLB DFS stack against Luis Morales, highlighted by the best optimal stack rate, 5th-best stack rating, and 6th-best Value% in projections, with an implied run total of 5.25 runs. Morales has been experiencing a decline in strikeouts coupled with significant power issues, allowing multiple home runs in each of his last three starts.
These vulnerabilities, combined with control concerns evidenced by a high walk rate in the minors, make the Royals a prime target to exploit Morales and the A’s bullpen. Focusing on power-hitting, particularly right-handers, aligns with Morales’ .253 ISO allowed this season.
Key players like Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez possess substantial upside, anchoring the lineup with their power potential. Supporting them, Vinnie Pasquantino and Maikel Garcia provide depth and diversity, enhancing the stack’s overall effectiveness.
Overall, the Royals’ balanced power and matchup advantages position them as a top DFS stack choice.
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Value% Stack
Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels (Kyle Hendricks)
The Houston Astros are an intriguing MLB DFS stack against Kyle Hendricks, backed by the 3rd-best Value% and an implied run total of 4.76 runs. Hendricks provides a challenging evaluation, with recent performances ranging from excellent to disastrous. Despite these variations, his tendency to allow contact without significant strikeouts provides Houston with a potential edge.
The matchup with Hendricks, coupled with the Angels’ unreliable bullpen, creates openings for the Astros to exploit through consistent contact hitting. While BABIP may play a significant role in determining offensive output, the Astros lineup maintains a slate-winning upside if batted balls fall favorably.
Players like Christian Walker stand out due to their power potential, yet the entire lineup possesses stackability, offering depth and flexibility. The Astros’ affordability enhances their appeal on this slate.
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