MLB Daily Fantasy Top Hitters 5/15/24 Early Slate

Welcome to today’s MLB Daily Fantasy top hitters preview! We’ve analyzed the matchups and statistics to bring you the best hitter picks for today’s slate. Here are the top five DFS hitters, along with a few under-the-radar plays to give your lineup an edge.

Top 5 DFS Hitters

1. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (R) – Blue Jays

Matchup: Blue Jays @ Orioles, Kyle Bradish (R)

• Key Stats:
  • vR: .381 xwOBA, .182 ISO
  • Bradish vs. RHB: .261 wOBA, .118 ISO

Insight: Guerrero Jr. is in a prime spot against Kyle Bradish, who has struggled against right-handed hitters. Guerrero’s ability to generate power and his solid xwOBA against righties make him a top play today.

2. Fernando Tatis Jr. (R) – Padres

Matchup: Padres vs. Rockies, Austin Gomber (L)

• Key Stats:
  • vL: .407 xwOBA, .195 ISO
  • Gomber vs. RHB: .343 wOBA, .193 ISO

Insight: Tatis Jr. has been crushing left-handed pitching, and Gomber’s struggles against righties amplify Tatis Jr.’s potential. Expect him to take full advantage of this favorable matchup.

3. Ryan Mountcastle (R) – Orioles

Matchup: Orioles vs. Blue Jays, Chris Bassitt (R)

• Key Stats:
  • vR: .299 xwOBA, .134 ISO
  • Bassitt vs. RHB: .258 wOBA, .092 ISO

Insight: Mountcastle’s power against righties makes him a strong play, especially against Bassitt, who has been decent but not dominant against right-handed hitters.

4. Bryan Reynolds (S) – Pirates

Matchup: Pirates @ Brewers, Robert Gasser (L)

• Key Stats:
  • vL: .316 xwOBA, .151 ISO
  • Gasser vs. RHB: .262 wOBA

Insight: Reynolds is a switch hitter with solid numbers against lefties. With Gasser being relatively inexperienced and having a limited sample size, Reynolds could exploit this matchup.

5. Luis Arraez (L) – Padres

Matchup: Padres vs. Rockies, Austin Gomber (L)

• Key Stats:
  • vL: .302 xwOBA, .069 ISO
  • Gomber vs. LHB: .411 wOBA, .270 ISO

Insight: Arraez is known for his contact skills and ability to get on base. Facing Gomber, who has struggled against both left and right-handed hitters, Arraez is a safe play with a high floor.

Under the Radar Plays

1. Jazz Chisholm Jr. (L) – Marlins

Matchup: Marlins @ Tigers, Casey Mize (R)

• Key Stats:
  • vR: .334 xwOBA, .227 ISO
  • Mize vs. LHB: .328 wOBA, .097 ISO

Insight: Chisholm Jr. offers power and speed, and he’s facing a pitcher in Mize who has shown vulnerability against left-handed hitters. Chisholm’s upside makes him an intriguing under-the-radar option.

2. Andrew McCutchen (R) – Pirates

Matchup: Pirates @ Brewers, Robert Gasser (L)

• Key Stats:
  • vL: .341 xwOBA, .142 ISO
  • Gasser vs. RHB: .262 wOBA

Insight: McCutchen’s experience and ability to handle left-handed pitching make him a solid play against the inexperienced Gasser. He’s a veteran hitter who can still deliver in favorable matchups.

3. George Springer (R) – Blue Jays

Matchup: Blue Jays @ Orioles, Kyle Bradish (R)

• Key Stats:
  • vR: .333 xwOBA, .137 ISO
  • Bradish vs. RHB: .261 wOBA, .118 ISO

Insight: Springer has been consistent against right-handed pitching. With Bradish’s recent struggles, Springer could have a productive game, making him a valuable under-the-radar play.

Conclusion

Today’s slate offers plenty of opportunities for hitters to shine. Focusing on favorable matchups and leveraging key statistics can give your DFS lineup the edge it needs. Good luck!