Welcome to today’s MLB DFS Preview. We’ll dive into each game on today’s slate, focusing primarily on the pitching matchups and overall game dynamics. This will help you get a comprehensive understanding of the slate, setting the stage for our later discussion on top hitters and stacks.
Giants @ Rangers – 1:05pm (ET) – Globe Life Field Pitching Matchup: Keaton Winn (R) vs. Nathan Eovaldi (R)
Key Insights:
Keaton Winn has shown promise but struggles against right-handed hitters with a .351 xwOBA.Nathan Eovaldi has been solid, particularly against left-handed hitters with a .278 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
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Winn vs. RHB: .351 xwOBA Eovaldi vs. LHB: .278 xwOBA Twins @ Pirates – 1:35pm (ET) – PNC Park Pitching Matchup: Bailey Ober (R) vs. Jared Jones (R)
Key Insights:
Bailey Ober has been effective, especially against right-handed hitters with a .317 xwOBA.Jared Jones excels against left-handed hitters with a .281 xwOBA, making it an interesting matchup against the Twins’ lefty-heavy lineup.Overall Game Matchup:
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Ober vs. RHB: .317 xwOBA Jones vs. LHB: .281 xwOBA Braves @ Nationals – 1:35pm (ET) – Nationals Park Pitching Matchup: Hurston Waldrep (R) vs. DJ Herz (L)
Key Insights:
Hurston Waldrep is making his debut, and the Nationals will look to capitalize on his inexperience.DJ Herz has limited major league experience, with a concerning .487 xwOBA in limited innings against left-handed hitters.Overall Game Matchup:
The Nationals’ lineup has a mix of contact and power hitters who can exploit Waldrep’s inexperience. The Braves’ hitters like Ozzie Albies and Austin Riley have strong power numbers against lefties, making Herz’s day potentially challenging. Statistics:
Waldrep: Debut Herz vs. LHB: .487 xwOBA Cubs @ Reds – 1:40pm (ET) – Great American Ball Park Pitching Matchup: Shota Imanaga (L) vs. Frankie Montas (R)
Key Insights:
Shota Imanaga has been effective against right-handed hitters, with a .271 xwOBA.Frankie Montas has struggled, especially against left-handed hitters with a .372 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
Statistics:
Imanaga vs. RHB: .271 xwOBA Montas vs. LHB: .372 xwOBA Start your 7-Day Free Trial Now Discover value bets effortlessly with OddsJam’s Positive EV Betting Tool
Orioles @ Rays – 1:40pm (ET) – Tropicana Field Pitching Matchup: Grayson Rodriguez (R) vs. Zack Littell (R)
Key Insights:
Grayson Rodriguez has solid strikeout numbers, especially against right-handed hitters with a .308 xwOBA.Zack Littell is consistent but has a higher xwOBA against left-handed hitters at .319.Overall Game Matchup:
The Rays’ lineup features several power hitters like Yandy Diaz and Randy Arozarena who can challenge Rodriguez. The Orioles’ left-handed hitters like Gunnar Henderson could exploit Littell’s minor weaknesses. Statistics:
Rodriguez vs. RHB: .308 xwOBA Littell vs. LHB: .319 xwOBA Guardians @ Marlins – 1:40pm (ET) – loanDepot Park Pitching Matchup: Carlos Carrasco (R) vs. Trevor Rogers (L)
Key Insights:
Carlos Carrasco has struggled against left-handed hitters with a .393 xwOBA.Trevor Rogers has been more effective but has some issues against right-handed hitters with a .361 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
The Marlins’ left-handed hitters like Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jesus Sanchez can take advantage of Carrasco’s struggles. The Guardians’ lineup has several switch-hitters and left-handed hitters like Steven Kwan who could challenge Rogers. Statistics:
Carrasco vs. LHB: .393 xwOBA Rogers vs. RHB: .361 xwOBA Brewers @ Tigers – 1:40pm (ET) – Comerica Park Pitching Matchup: Bryse Wilson (R) vs. Tarik Skubal (L)
Key Insights:
Bryse Wilson has significant struggles against left-handed hitters with a .378 xwOBA.Tarik Skubal has been excellent against right-handed hitters with a .249 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
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Wilson vs. LHB: .378 xwOBA Skubal vs. RHB: .249 xwOBA Mariners @ Royals – 2:10pm (ET) – Kauffman Stadium Pitching Matchup: George Kirby (R) vs. Cole Ragans (L)
Key Insights:
George Kirby has been solid, especially against right-handed hitters with a .303 xwOBA.Cole Ragans has excelled against right-handed hitters with a .276 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
The Royals’ lineup has some power hitters like Bobby Witt Jr. who could challenge Kirby. The Mariners’ right-handed hitters like Julio Rodriguez could be a tough matchup for Ragans. Statistics:
Kirby vs. RHB: .303 xwOBA Ragans vs. RHB: .276 xwOBA Start your 7-Day Free Trial Now Discover value bets effortlessly with OddsJam’s Positive EV Betting Tool
Red Sox @ White Sox – 2:10pm (ET) – Guaranteed Rate Field Pitching Matchup: Zack Kelly (R) vs. Chris Flexen (R)
Key Insights:
Zack Kelly has struggled with control, having a high walk rate.Chris Flexen has issues with right-handed hitters, with a .384 xwOBA.Overall Game Matchup:
The White Sox have several power hitters like Luis Robert and Gavin Sheets who can exploit Kelly’s control issues. The Red Sox lineup, featuring Rafael Devers and Jarren Duran , could capitalize on Flexen’s struggles against right-handed hitters. Statistics:
Kelly: High BB% Flexen vs. RHB: .384 xwOBA Rockies @ Cardinals – 2:15pm (ET) – Busch Stadium Pitching Matchup: Ty Blach (L) vs. Andre Pallante (R)
Key Insights:
Ty Blach has struggled, especially against right-handed hitters with a .407 xwOBA.Andre Pallante has moderate control issues but decent strikeout numbers.Overall Game Matchup:
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Blach vs. RHB: .407 xwOBA Pallante: Moderate control issues This wraps up our pitching preview for today’s MLB DFS slate. Stay tuned for our in-depth analysis on top hitters and stacks later today. Happy DFS planning!