MLB DFS Top Stacks: Thursday, August 14th
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 Thursday, August 14th
Opto% Stack
Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (Eduardo Rodriguez)
The Colorado Rockies present a compelling MLB DFS stack opportunity today against Eduardo Rodriguez, supported by the best optimal stack rate, 2nd-best stack rating, and the best Value% in projections. With an implied run total of 5.45 runs, the Rockies offer a promising outlook.
Rodriguez’s recent struggles open a window for the Rockies to capitalize, though the focus leans towards strategic power-hunting plays rather than full stack formations. Targeting key power hitters such as Hunter Goodman, Jordan Beck, and Ezequiel Tovar drives potential upside by exploiting Rodriguez’s vulnerabilities.
Including value-driven players like Brenton Doyle, Warming Bernabel, and Kyle Karros enhances lineup flexibility. These players offer cost-effective options that can supplement other roster areas.
Considering budget constraints, strategically integrating one or two Rockies per DraftKings lineup is advisable. This approach optimizes salary usage and maximizes exposure to favorable matchups without overly committing to any single stack configuration.
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Opto% Stack
Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies (Bradley Blalock)
The Arizona Diamondbacks emerge as an outstanding MLB DFS stack against Bradley Blalock, underpinned by the 2nd-best optimal stack rate and 5th-best Value% in projections. With an eye-catching implied run total of 7.05 runs, they are in a great spot.
Blalock’s 11.2% strikeout rate and 7.89 ERA underscore the vulnerabilities within the Rockies’ pitching staff. Despite the potential randomness of baseball, fading the Diamondbacks given this matchup is challenging to justify.
Key players like Geraldo Perdomo, Ketel Marte, Corbin Carroll, and Lourdes Gurriel form a powerful lineup core. Integrating these top four hitters maximizes exposure to Blalock’s weaknesses.
Ultimately, the Diamondbacks’ matchup strength against Blalock positions them as a premium stack.
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