Andy Molitor recommends Kevin Yu as a high-ceiling, lesser-known option, perfect for the lower tiers of deep Masters pools. Yu’s recent form includes four top-20 finishes across diverse course setups, and a breakthrough PGA Tour victory at the 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship. Yu’s powerful driving paired with steadily improving iron play positions him to take advantage of Augusta's critical par-5 holes, factors backed by top-10 ball-striking rankings in the field over the past six months. Given low expected ownership, Yu is portrayed as a sharp risk/reward pick with potential to greatly outperform expectations.

Andy Molitor identifies Nick Taylor as a quiet sleeper pick thanks to his exceptional accuracy off the tee and reliable putting, crucial for minimizing costly mistakes at Augusta National. Coming off recent wins at prestigious events (Sony Open, WM Phoenix Open) in his impressive 2024 season, Taylor demonstrates winning ability. He also rates highly in long-iron approaches, a necessary skill for success at Augusta. Given these strengths and his lower ownership potential in larger pools, Molitor sees Taylor as a high-upside option for savvy Masters pool competitors.

Andy Molitor labels Russell Henley as a sneaky-good pick for Masters pools due to his outstanding consistency around the greens—critical at Augusta. Henley has previously notched three top-20 finishes at Augusta and excelled recently by winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational, where he showcased elite play around the greens, gaining 1.59 strokes (his best in the last year). Proving consistent tee-to-green excellence, Henley ranks in the top 10 in strokes gained/tee-to-green in the field over the past 12 months. Molitor projects Henley as likely to exceed pool-members’ expectations, making him an intriguing option with breakout potential.

Andy Molitor believes Collin Morikawa is a strong top-tier pick for the 2025 Masters, especially in larger pools where most competitors might default to Rory McIlroy or Scottie Scheffler. Morikawa's exceptional iron play ranks among the very best on tour, ideally suited to Augusta National's challenging second shots and difficult greens. Additionally, he's made significant strides with his short game, and if Morikawa's putting improves, he's primed to capture his third major championship. Over the past 12 months, he ranks third in the Masters field for ball-striking, further bolstering his profile as an appealing pivot for pools.