MLB Preview Wednesday 5/22/24 Early Slate

Welcome to today’s MLB DFS Preview. We will break down all the games on today’s slate, focusing on the pitching matchups and overall game dynamics. This preview aims to provide you with detailed insights into each game, helping you make informed decisions for your DFS lineups. Let’s dive in.

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Twins vs. Nationals – 1:05pm ET – Nationals Park

Pitching Matchup

• Twins: Simeon Woods Richardson (R)
  • Stats: 19.4% K rate, 8.1% BB rate, .071 ISO vs. LHB, .150 ISO vs. RHB
• Nationals: Jake Irvin (R)
  • Stats: 17.1% K rate, 9.5% BB rate, .211 ISO vs. LHB, .119 ISO vs. RHB

Game Insights

• Twins Offense: The Twins have a strong lineup against right-handed pitching, with Edouard Julien, Trevor Larnach, and Max Kepler all boasting high ISOs. Irvin’s control issues and vulnerability to left-handed hitters make this a favorable matchup for the Twins.
• Nationals Offense: The Nationals face Woods Richardson, who has decent strikeout and walk rates but can be vulnerable to right-handed power. Joey Meneses and Keibert Ruiz are key hitters to watch.

Key Points:

• Irvin’s high walk rate and struggles against left-handed power hitters.
• Twins’ strong left-handed hitters against a right-handed pitcher.

Mets vs. Guardians – 1:10pm ET – Progressive Field

Pitching Matchup

• Mets: Jose Quintana (L)
  • Stats: 14.7% K rate, 2.9% BB rate, .216 ISO vs. LHB, .101 ISO vs. RHB
• Guardians: Triston McKenzie (R)
  • Stats: 14.7% K rate, 17.6% BB rate, .191 ISO vs. LHB, .101 ISO vs. RHB

Game Insights

• Mets Offense: The Mets will look to capitalize on McKenzie’s control issues. Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso are critical hitters who can exploit McKenzie’s vulnerabilities.
• Guardians Offense: Facing Quintana, the Guardians have strong right-handed bats like Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor, who can take advantage of Quintana’s high ISO allowed to right-handed hitters.

Key Points:

• McKenzie’s high walk rate and susceptibility to right-handed power.
• Quintana’s struggles with right-handed hitters.

Angels vs. Astros – 2:10pm ET – Minute Maid Park

Pitching Matchup

• Angels: Tyler Anderson (L)
  • Stats: 17.7% K rate, 13.3% BB rate, .215 ISO vs. LHB, .167 ISO vs. RHB
• Astros: Hunter Brown (R)
  • Stats: 27.1% K rate, 10.2% BB rate, .179 ISO vs. LHB, .219 ISO vs. RHB

Game Insights

• Angels Offense: The Angels face Brown, who has a high strikeout rate but also gives up significant power to right-handed hitters. Nolan Schanuel and Luis Rengifo are key bats to watch.
• Astros Offense: Anderson’s high walk rate and ISO allowed make this a prime matchup for the Astros’ powerful lineup, including Jose Altuve and Kyle Tucker.

Key Points:

• Anderson’s control issues and susceptibility to power.
• Astros’ strong hitters against left-handed pitching.

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Tigers vs. Royals – 2:10pm ET – Kauffman Stadium

Pitching Matchup

• Tigers: Tarik Skubal (L)
  • Stats: 21.5% K rate, 5.1% BB rate, .041 ISO vs. LHB, .103 ISO vs. RHB
• Royals: Cole Ragans (L)
  • Stats: 23.0% K rate, 9.5% BB rate, .101 ISO vs. LHB, .096 ISO vs. RHB

Game Insights

• Tigers Offense: The Tigers have several right-handed hitters who can take advantage of Ragans’ control issues. Spencer Torkelson and Andy Ibanez are pivotal in this matchup.
• Royals Offense: Skubal has been dominant against both sides of the plate. However, Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez could still pose a threat.

Key Points:

• Skubal’s strong performance against both left and right-handed hitters.
• Ragans’ control issues and susceptibility to power.

Summary

Today’s MLB DFS slate features intriguing pitching matchups and several opportunities for offenses to shine. By focusing on the strengths and weaknesses of each pitcher, you can make more informed DFS lineup decisions. Stay tuned for more detailed analysis on top hitters and stacks later today.