🔥 FanDuel MLB Stack Guide – August 3, 2025
Optimized MLB stacking ideas for FanDuel, with attached pitcher plus build direction—ready for small-bankroll entry or multi-lineup GPP play.
Stack 1: Milwaukee Brewers
Bats: Christian Yelich, Brice Turang, Andrew Vaughn, Isaiah Collins
Opposing Pitcher: Jake Irvin (Nationals)
Pair With: Zack Wheeler (Phillies) or Brandon Woodruff (Brewers)
Why: Irvin is a contact-prone starter with poor splits; Brewers bats are cheap, allowing you to pay up for top arms or a star from another stack.
Format: Cash or GPP
Stack 2: Cleveland Guardians
Bats: Jose Ramirez, Kyle Manzardo, Steven Kwan, Gabriel Arias
Opposing Pitcher: Jose Urena (Twins)
Pair With: Chris Bassitt (Blue Jays)
Why: Guardians lefties crush Urena’s splits; stack anchors with power/speed and value price points. Manzardo is especially cheap, Ramirez is your payoff play.
Format: Optimal for cash, fits GPP stacks too
Stack 3: Atlanta Braves
Bats: Ozzie Albies, Matt Olson, Austin Riley
Opposing Pitcher: Graham Ashcraft (Reds)
Pair With: Jack Flaherty (Dodgers)
Why: Great for tournament (GPP) builds—high upside, home park boost, multiple hot bats in play.
Format: GPP/focused high-upside tournaments
Stack 4: Oakland Athletics (Value)
Bats: Shea Langeliers, Nick Kurtz, Brent Rooker
Opposing Pitcher: Ryne Nelson (D-backs)
Pair With: Any top-tier pitcher, budget remains for extras
Why: Langeliers/Kurtz are scorching; this value stack gives you room for aces or a one-off Dodger or Yankee bat.
Format: GPP, cash as salary saver
Stack 5: Kansas City Royals (Leverage/Dart)
Bats: Salvador Perez, Maikel Garcia, Vinnie Pasquantino
Opposing Pitcher: Chris Bassitt (Blue Jays)
Pair With: Value SP2 for big-field GPP entry
Why: Royals will be low-rostered; stack for leverage if multi-entering or looking for off-board value.
Format: Deep GPP only
How to Use:
Build your main lineup around Brewers or Guardians stacks for safety/floor.
Use Athletics, Royals, or Braves for big-field tournaments or when you want to chase highest upside.
Always verify lineups and weather after 11:30 AM ET. Play 4-1, 3-2, or mini-stacks, adding one-off hot hitters as salary allows.
If you want a direct sample lineup, message for one built to your bankroll/entry style!
“The best stacks ride today’s pitching matchups and hot bats. Mix safety, upside, and always check your lineup news before lock.”













