The focus of this article is to sort through the myriad of options on larger slates and find not only some solid foundational plays but also some spots that could go overlooked. We focus on stacks that are solid for small-field and SE as well as overlooked spots for large-field GPPs, and we discuss players that have good past history vs. the pitchers they’re facing. Our Discord strategy rooms are incredibly active. Hop in and join the discussion!
FIVE DFS MLB Stacks (six if you can read between the lines below)
Atlanta Braves
This is a spot I’ll gladly go right back to. Erick Fedde has been somewhat better than many expected this season, but he’s still carrying a 4.94 ERA and 1.41 WHIP, and Atlanta is the type of lineup that can make a decent outing go sideways in a hurry. The Braves haven’t consistently played to their full offensive potential this year, but but the ceiling remains as high as any offense on the slate and they’re almost always viable. Strong tournament option with plenty of upside.
Jun 25, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich (22) rounds third base en route to scoring during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Milwaukee Brewers
JT Ginn has shown flashes, but consistency has been an issue, and that’s a dangerous combination against a lineup that can pressure pitchers in multiple ways. Add in the favorable hitting environment, and this becomes one of the more appealing tournament spots on the board. Milwaukee can beat you with power, speed, or simply by forcing pitchers into uncomfortable counts, and I like their chances of putting together a strong offensive performance here.
Athletics
I’ll have interest on the other side of this game as well. This is another spot where the environment matters quite a bit. Robert Gasser is a talented young arm, but he’s still working his way through major league lineups, and now he has to do it in one of the best hitting environments in baseball. The Athletics have been one of my favorite tournament offenses all season because of the power throughout the lineup, and this feels like another opportunity to chase that upside. I like them quite a bit in GPPs.
Mar 15, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (2) celebrates with first baseman Michael Busch (29) after hitting a two run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Chicago Cubs
Any time you get a game at Coors Field, it deserves attention, and that’s certainly the case here. Tomoyuki Sugano has not thrown the ball well this season, and pitching in altitude is a different challenge altogether, especially against an offense with as much power as Chicago brings regardless of their overall volatility. The Cubs have shown all season they can put up crooked numbers when they get rolling, and the park alone raises both the floor and ceiling considerably. One of my favorite offenses on the slate.
Houston Astros
This feels like one of the better spots to attack on the slate. Walbert Urena is still trying to establish himself at the major league level, and inexperienced pitchers facing veteran offenses is a situation I usually want exposure to. Houston’s offense has started showing signs of waking up recently, and they have enough disciplined hitters to force a young pitcher into mistakes. If Urena gets behind in counts early, this could turn into a long night. Strong tournament stack with plenty of upside.
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May 30, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) hits a solo home run in the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
FOUR MLB BvP Matchups
Ronald Acuna Jr. vs. Erick Fedde: 6-19 with a 2B, three HR, six RBI, and four BB
Austin Riley vs. Erick Fedde: 8-22 with two 2B, a HR, and six RBI
Kyle Schwarber vs. Dylan Cease: 3-10 with a 2B, two HR, three RBI, and three BB
Bobby Witt Jr. vs. Nathan Eovaldi: 4-12 with two 3B and three RBI
THREE MLB Value Plays
Kyle Isbel ($2500 DK / $2400 FD): 4-8 with two HR and three RBI against Nathan Eovaldi
Starling Marte ($2700 DK / $2300 FD): 4-6 with a 2B, HR, and two RBI against Nathan Eovaldi
Tristan Peters ($2900 DK / $2500 FD): 1.230 OPS in his last seven games