MLB DFS Top Stacks: Tuesday, July 8th
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 Tuesday, July 8th
Opto% Stack
Atlanta Braves at Athletics (Jeffrey Springs)
The Atlanta Braves emerge as a top-tier MLB DFS stack against Jeffrey Springs, showcasing the best optimal stack rate, 3rd-best stack rating, and 5th-best Value% in projections. With an implied run total of 5.38 runs, the Braves offer substantial offensive upside.
Despite not having ideal surface numbers, the Braves lineup features players with significant underlying power metrics. Springs struggles with strikeouts and has seen a notable decline in ground-ball rates this season, setting the stage for the Braves hitters to exploit these vulnerabilities. Key players like Austin Riley, Marcell Ozuna, and Sean Murphy are hitting the ball hard, evidenced by their barrels, while Matt Olson has been particularly effective against LHP.
Ronald Acuna, though typically stronger against righties, remains a formidable threat in any matchup.
While positioned slightly lower within the top tier of offenses, the Braves maintain a clear edge over second-tier options.
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Value% Stack
Boston Red Sox vs. Colorado Rockies (Kyle Freeland)
The Boston Red Sox are an intriguing MLB DFS stack against Kyle Freeland. Ranked with the 4th-best optimal stack rate, 8th-best stack rating, and 4th-best Value%, they carry an implied run total of 5.58 runs, signifying robust offensive potential.
Despite a preference for facing RHP, the Red Sox have consistently demonstrated their capability to overpower less effective lefties like Freeland. The key is managing pinch-hit risks, as seen with recent lineups where players like Rob Refsnyder and Nate Eaton were substituted, while others like Romy Gonzalez remained—implying some stability.
The stack’s foundation lies with Trevor Story and Carlos Narvaez, complemented by lefty outfielders in the lineup. Freeland’s moderate effectiveness against lefties doesn’t deter the potential inclusion of Jarren Duran if starting. With Boston likely remaining a powerful offense, they emerge as a top contender on the slate, bolstered by their ability to dominate weak pitching.
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