Stewart’s favorite head-to-head play is Xander Schauffele over Collin Morikawa at +100 on DraftKings. Schauffele owns a sterling Cromwell record—win, 19th, 13th the past three years—and enters as the world’s No. 3 player. Morikawa, by contrast, has missed two cuts in four Travelers starts and has logged only one Top-20 finish since the Masters. Although Morikawa led the U.S. Open field tee-to-green, Stewart noted his cold putter remains a liability and historically falters on these greens. With Schauffele’s balanced game, reliable putter, and superior course history available at plus odds, Stewart expects him to beat Morikawa over 72 holes.

Stewart advised betting Cameron Young for a Top-10 finish at +400. Young returns to the Northeast after consecutive fourth-place showings at the RBC Canadian Open and U.S. Open. He fired a Saturday 59 at TPC River Highlands last year and still finished 9th, proof the layout suits his driver-wedge-putter combo. Stewart highlighted that Young’s recent surge is driven by a suddenly reliable flatstick, pairing with his elite length and wedge proximity to capitalize on the course’s 12 birdie holes and soft greens. With sportsbooks paying 10 places and no 36-hole cut, Stewart sees the +400 number as mispriced for a player in red-hot form on a track where he already owns a sub-60 round.

Keith Stewart called Viktor Hovland his best outright bet at +3500 to win the 2025 Travelers Championship. Stewart stressed that soft, birdie-friendly conditions at TPC River Highlands will demand 25-plus sub-par holes and a player unafraid of a shoot-out with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. Hovland just beat Scheffler by two at Oakmont, told reporters he feels 'close,' and historically surges when trending. At the U.S. Open he ranked 3rd in strokes-gained approach and 2nd tee-to-green, but gained with the putter in only two rounds—Stewart expects positive putting regression on the same Bentgrass/Poa mix this week. With elite iron play, a proven Northeast resume, and confidence running high, Stewart believes Hovland can convert and lift the trophy.

Stewart grabbed Xander Schauffele at +100 in a head-to-head versus Collin Morikawa. Schauffele’s Travelers form reads 1st-19th-13th the last three years, and he enters off a stabilizing tee-to-green run. Morikawa, meanwhile, has missed two cuts in four Travelers starts and continues to struggle with the putter on these greens. Stewart called the world No. 3 at plus odds a "gift."

Keith Stewart circled Nick Taylor at 110-1, citing his history of winning on short positional tracks (Pebble Beach, Oakdale, Waialae) and a momentum-building 4th at the Memorial. Stewart loves Taylor’s hot putter and ‘closer’ reputation on Sundays, calling TPC River Highlands a textbook fit for his skill set.

Keith Stewart fired on Viktor Hovland at 35-1, noting the Norwegian just beat Scheffler by two shots at Oakmont while ranking third in approach and second tee-to-green. Hovland told reporters he feels "close," and Stewart trusts the putter to cooperate on the easier Connecticut greens. In a tournament where low scoring is mandatory, Stewart sees Hovland’s elite ball-striking and rising confidence as the formula to hoist another trophy.

Keith Stewart’s favorite head-to-head play is Xander Schauffele over Collin Morikawa at +100. Schauffele has gone win-T19-T13 in his three Travelers starts, while Morikawa owns two missed cuts in four tries and has only one Top-20 finish since the Masters. Although Morikawa led the U.S. Open field tee-to-green, Stewart emphasized his cold putter (the primary Travelers separator) and historical struggles on these greens. With Schauffele ranked 3rd in the world and entering a venue where he already owns a victory, Stewart views any plus-odds moneyline as mispriced value.

Keith Stewart recommended Cameron Young for a Top-10 finish at +400. Young returns to his home region with back-to-back 4th-place results at the RBC Canadian Open and U.S. Open and famously fired a Saturday 59 here last year on his way to 9th place. Stewart pointed out that Young’s recent surge is powered by the putter—exactly what matters on TPCRH’s pure, soft Bent/Poa greens. Combining elite driver-wedge skill with positive putting and positive memories of a sub-60 round, Stewart believes the 10-place markets provide a wide safety net for one of the tour’s best birdie makers on a course demanding 25-plus sub-pars to contend.

Keith Stewart said Viktor Hovland is his favorite outright at +3500 because River Highlands demands relentless scoring and someone who can handle a shoot-out with Scottie Scheffler. Hovland just beat Scheffler by two at Oakmont, ranked 3rd in the U.S. Open field on approach and 2nd tee-to-green, and told reporters he feels "close" to peaking. Stewart noted the putter was only positive for two rounds in Pittsburgh; on receptive Bent/Poa greens that historically yield 25-plus birdie looks, any spike week with the flatstick could turn those elite ball-striking numbers into a trophy. The soft, rain-soaked conditions should accentuate Hovland’s precision irons and remove distance as a separator, making +3500 a buy before odds shorten.

Keith Stewart argued that Oakmont’s gallery-trampled rough could turn into a green light for Bryson DeChambeau’s bomb-and-gouge blueprint. When Stewart played the course, he found balls five yards off the fairway buried while misses 25–30 yards offline often sat up on flattened walkways. With 50,000 spectators expected each day, he anticipates a similar pattern. DeChambeau’s 191-mph ball speed and 324-yard carry allow him to clear every fairway bunker and intentionally aim at those outer corridors, trading a bad lie for a horrible one. Stewart added that Bryson leads LIV in proximity from 125–150 yards and owns the field’s best par-save rate from the rough—both critical after the bomb. Those factors justify grabbing the 11-to-1 outright or +250 top-5 before in-round data confirms the trample advantage.

Keith Stewart said Jon Rahm is being overlooked in outright markets even though Oakmont might be the single best fit on the board for him. Rahm finished T-23 here as a 21-year-old amateur in 2016 and now returns as a top-4 player who, in Stewart’s words, “puts the ball in play with power, can chip, can putt—prototype U.S. Open stuff.” Stewart pointed to Rahm’s bounce-back at the PGA Championship, where he handled the worst side of the draw yet still cracked the top-10, as evidence the competitive fire is back after last year’s Olympic collapse. Because betting attention is glued to Scheffler, McIlroy, and DeChambeau, Rahm is hovering in the 18-to-1 range at some books—numbers Stewart called at least four points too long given his combo of elite total driving, top-10 strokes-gained around the green, and proven comfort on Oakmont’s crowned Poa greens. Stewart advised grabbing the pre-tournament outright and layering top-10 tickets, then adding a live position if Rahm survives Thursday morning in red figures.

Keith Stewart endorsed Keegan Bradley as a smart mid-tier outright and top-20 ticket, arguing that the veteran’s game and mindset are finally aligned for a U.S. Open grind. Stewart highlighted Bradley’s recent form—he ranks top-5 in strokes gained tee-to-green over the past three months—and said his ball-striking is "stunning right now," especially with long irons that Oakmont will demand. The bigger change, according to Stewart, is maturity: as incoming Ryder Cup captain Bradley has "way more patience than the rip-and-run kid we faded five years ago." That temperament matters because any over-aggression brings Oakmont’s double-bogeys into play. Stewart believes Bradley’s current 70-1 outright tag and expected mid-8K DFS price underestimate both his floor and ceiling on a course where par is a good score and lag putting—Bradley ranks 14th in putts made from 20-25 feet—can separate him from the field.

Keith Stewart highlighted Min Woo Lee as one of the bombers who gains a tangible edge if Oakmont stays soft. Early-week rain should prevent run-out in the fairways, which Stewart says shifts the advantage to players who can create elite carry distance and escape the wet 5-inch rough with short irons. Lee ranks third in this field in measured ball speed (over 188 mph) and sits top-15 on Tour in birdie-or-better rate from 175-225 yards— the exact approach window Oakmont forces on half its par-4s. Stewart expects at least half of the eventual top-20 to be ‘ball-speed guys’ and pegged Lee’s mid-$7K DraftKings price and 90-1 outright number as “the softest of the bunch.” He advised sprinkling Lee in DFS cores, plus taking top-20 and each-way tickets before the betting market catches on to how wet conditions neutralize accuracy concerns.

Keith Stewart said Harris English is a sneaky betting and DFS target this week because he blends 300-yard pop with a fairway-finder’s mentality— exactly the profile he sees succeeding when Oakmont’s 5-inch rough forces players to lay back or hack out. Stewart noted English’s consistent U.S. Open record (T4 at Winged Foot, T8 at Torrey) and reminded listeners that Torrey’s narrow landing zones and juicy kikuyu are the best comp for what Oakmont will look like after the forecasted Monday-Tuesday rain. English ranks 18th on Tour in Strokes Gained Putting and, according to Stewart’s camp intel, is “completely driven” by a desire to lock up a Ryder Cup spot at Bethpage, giving him added motivation to grind through a low-scoring slugfest. With outright odds hovering 80-1 and a mid-7K DraftKings salary, Stewart believes English offers top-20 floor and win equity that the market is missing.

Keith Stewart predicted the opening 36 holes at Oakmont will look like Quail Hollow—random names flying high because the course plays "super, super hard." He expects the pretenders to tumble as the field absorbs 54 holes of punishment, leaving a familiar trio—Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau—to separate heading into Sunday. Stewart advised bettors to exploit that script by waiting for inevitable early turbulence, then pouncing on Scheffler in live-top-5 or outright markets once his price drifts. His rationale: Scheffler pairs elite driving distance with the best fairway-hit rate among bombers, leads the tour in strokes gained approach from 175-225 yards, and ranks top-3 in scrambling from 10–20 yards—all premium skills at an Oakmont setup expected to push winning scores to even par or worse. "The course will whittle everyone else away; Scottie just has too many paths to a par," Stewart said.

In matchups, Stewart played Harris English over Si Woo Kim. English owns a string of strong Colonial results and is fresh off a solid PGA Championship where his tee-to-green numbers popped. Kim, by contrast, has been volatile—missing the PGA cut and historically struggling whenever accuracy is prioritized over aggressiveness. With Colonial’s firm, narrow corridors amplifying English’s steady driving and reliable bent-grass putting, Stewart feels the head-to-head line is mis-priced toward a steadier profile.

Stewart’s favorite Top-40 dart is Henrik Norlander. The Swede is a self-admitted "one-trick pony," but that trick—approach play—carries extra weight at Colonial where wedge proximity from 125-150 yards decides scoring. Norlander ranks 9th in this field in SG: Approach over the last 24 rounds, according to Stewart’s model. With 40 placement spots to work with and no need to overpower the course, Stewart believes Norlander’s iron precision alone can bank a +money Top-40.

For another Top-20, Stewart pointed to J.J. Spaun, noting Colonial is a "ball-striker’s paradise." Spaun finished runner-up at THE PLAYERS and third at the Sony, two events demanding precision over power. He keeps the ball in play, ranks top-25 in proximity from 125-175 yards, and gains strokes on approach almost every week. With firm conditions expected, Stewart thinks Spaun’s ability to flight irons low and control spin gives him a high floor to clear the Top-20 line.

Stewart took Aaron Rai for a Top-20, arguing the Englishman’s fairway-finding is tailor-made for Colonial where driver is optional. Rai ranks top-10 on Tour in driving accuracy and green-in-regulation, exactly the skill set that won him the Wyndham—one of Stewart’s preferred comps—two years ago. Because Colonial’s renovation tightened run-offs and added penal Bermuda rough, Stewart expects Rai’s "straight and arrow" profile to survive attrition while wild hitters eject, giving the +money Top-20 ticket plenty of equity.

Stewart recommended Harry Hall for a Top-10 finish at +600. Hall finished third here in 2023—tied with Scheffler—and even slept on the 54-hole lead, proving the layout suits his eye. Because the Englishman’s biggest weakness is driving, Stewart likes that Colonial forces lay-ups and spot-plays off the tee. Hall has been solid on approach recently and still possesses one of the best short games on Tour; his bent-grass putting and delicate touch around firm, shaved run-offs should be critical with winds forecast to rise over the weekend. Stewart believes a calmer flat-stick session could replicate last year’s podium and easily cash the top-10 ticket.

Stewart pegged Eric Cole as a massive value in the no-Scheffler outright pool, citing Colonial’s similarity to Cole’s favorite tracks. Whenever the Tour visits positional, Bermuda-based venues such as Waialae, Harbour Town, Innisbrook (Valspar) or Sedgefield (Wyndham), Cole routinely lands inside the top-10 because he dials wedges and dominates with the putter. Stewart added that Colonial will limit drivers for everyone, neutralizing Cole’s distance deficiency. With his recent form trending up and diminished pressure knowing Scheffler is expected to blitz the field, Stewart thinks Cole can free-wheel and back-door a victory—or at least cash a monster placement—at triple-digit odds.

Stewart loves J.T. Poston at +3,300 in the no-Scheffler outright market. Poston finished T-12 here last year after the renovation and came in 5th at Valhalla, showing both course fit and current form. Stewart emphasized that Poston tends to string elite results together; in 2022 he followed a runner-up at the Travelers with a win at the John Deere the very next week. Ball-striking gains over the past season have finally aligned with his trademark hot putter—an ideal recipe on Colonial’s brand-new surfaces. Stewart believes a spike putting week could land Poston in the winner’s circle or at worst lock up a high-end placement ticket.

Stewart highlighted Daniel Berger at +1,800 in the "without Scottie" outright pool. Berger won Colonial in 2020 when the field was major-caliber immediately after the COVID shutdown, proving he is comfortable on the property. Stewart noted the renovated bent-grass greens should help Berger’s streaky putter—his lone weakness of late—while his approach play has been steady since February. With nearly half of Colonial’s approach shots coming from 125-175 yards, the exact band where Berger ranks top-15 on Tour this season, Stewart thinks the Floridian profiles as the most likely candidate to finish second behind Scheffler or steal the trophy if the favorite stumbles.

Keith Stewart said the only sensible way to attack Scottie Scheffler this week is through intra-tournament leader markets. Scheffler is +1,200 to be first-round leader and +300 to be third-round leader, numbers Stewart called "compounding interest" compared to the unplayable +240 outright. Stewart reminded listeners Scheffler opened the CJ Cup with a 61 and owns the second-best Thursday scoring average on Tour (trailing only Keith Mitchell). If Scheffler starts slowly, Stewart expects him to grind into the 54-hole lead just like he did at Quail Hollow. With Colonial’s approach window (125-175 yards) matching Scheffler’s wheelhouse and firm conditions demanding his elite ball-striking, Stewart views both props as cleaner paths to profit than a four-round ticket.

Keith Stewart called Viktor Hovland a live sleeper at 50-1, noting Kerry Haigh’s traditional PGA Championship setups emphasize speed off the tee, long-iron proficiency and aggressive scoring—three attributes Hovland excels at. Stewart highlighted the Norwegian’s major track record: runner-up in 2023 and third last year, plus a top-10 strokes-gained ranking in majors since 2020. With Quail Hollow stretching long and likely playing soft, Stewart believes Hovland’s distance and spike-approach potential give him true win equity at a mid-tier number.

Keith Stewart advised fading Scottie Scheffler in outrights and high-dollar DFS lineups because the World No. 1 has virtually no competitive experience at Quail Hollow. Stewart pointed out that Scheffler’s lone appearance came during the 2022 Presidents Cup, and he is skipping this week’s signature prep event after his win in Dallas. Without meaningful reps on Quail’s grainy Bermuda/overseed greens—and against peers like Rory McIlroy who owns four victories here—Stewart expects Scheffler’s learning curve to leave him chasing by Sunday. He suggested looking to Rory or Bryson in head-to-head markets and trimming Scheffler exposure below 5 percent in DFS builds.

Keith Stewart identified North Carolina native Akshay Bhatia as a deep-board flyer for the PGA Championship. Stewart wants exposure to players who are both aggressive with driver and confident on the greens, noting that Bhatia fits that profile and owns extensive regional reps at Quail Hollow from junior and collegiate competition. Although Bhatia lacks top-tier distance, Stewart values his fearless, pin-seeking mentality—comparing it to Hunter Mahan’s one-gear approach—and expects that mindset to pop in a week where Quail’s muted rough lets ball-strikers attack. At triple-digit outright odds and minimal DFS ownership, Stewart recommended sprinkling small win stakes plus Top-40 tickets and 3–6 percent GPP exposure.

Keith Stewart said Justin Rose deserves a small outright plus top-10 hedge because the Englishman has finished runner-up in each of the last two Quail Hollow runnings. Stewart emphasized that Rose and long-time caddie Fooch know every inch of the re-routed layout and have already proven they can contend in the current, softer setup. With the market hanging triple-digit odds and ownership hovering in the low single digits, Stewart believes Rose’s combination of surgical iron play and elite lag putting makes him an ideal high-floor, high-ceiling pivot for both betting cards and balanced DFS builds.

Keith Stewart urged listeners to steer clear of Cameron Smith in outrights and DFS despite the tempting number books are hanging. Stewart argued that Smith’s light LIV schedule has dulled his competitive edge—"it feels like he’s fishing, then shows up at a major"—making it difficult to instantly ramp up against a field filled with tour-hardened bombers. Stewart contrasted Smith’s situation with Tyrrell Hatton and Dean Burmester, who remain sharp through consistent worldwide reps, and predicted that Smith’s rust could cost him the 8–10 strokes required to keep pace during a soft, 7,600-yard shootout. While Smith’s elite putting could salvage a respectable finish, Stewart sees far more downside than upside, projecting a realistic outcome of T30 or worse and advising reallocating exposure to players logging weekly PGA Tour starts.

Keith Stewart pegged Rory McIlroy as a co-favorite alongside Bryson DeChambeau for the 2025 PGA Championship, saying the Northern Irishman’s four career victories at Quail Hollow give him a decisive edge. Stewart emphasized that McIlroy owns more competitive reps on these Poa-overseeded greens than anyone in the field, while Scottie Scheffler—whom the market lists shorter than Rory—has only logged a single appearance here (the 2022 Presidents Cup) and is skipping this year’s Wells Fargo again. With next week’s forecast calling for hot, humid, wind-protected conditions that add even more carry distance, Stewart expects McIlroy’s 320-yard drives to play closer to 335 and set up wedges instead of long-irons. He framed the event as a duel of bombers, concluding that Quail Hollow’s rough is now predictable ryegrass instead of sticky Bermuda, eliminating the one variable that has occasionally punished Rory’s spray. Stewart locked McIlroy onto his outright card and will anchor him in high-end DFS lineups, projecting another top-5 in birdie-or-better rate and at least a 10% win probability.

Keith Stewart urged bettors to resist chasing a potentially inflated 28-1 number on Jon Rahm for the PGA Championship. Stewart admitted Rahm owns the length and a major-proven putter, yet argued the switch to LIV has dulled his competitive edge—evidenced by a pedestrian T45 at Augusta and a light pre-major schedule. Without weekly reps against Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, Rahm looks less dialed in than peers like Xander Schauffele who remain battle-tested. Until Rahm flashes PGA Tour-level sharpness, Stewart plans to exclude him from outright tickets and keep DFS exposure minimal despite the enticing odds discount.

Keith Stewart cautioned against backing Jordan Spieth at the PGA Championship after witnessing Spieth tweak his long-troublesome wrist during Wednesday warm-ups at Philadelphia Cricket Club. Stewart said the Texan has battled the same issue since 2018-19, limiting practice time and occasionally forcing in-round treatment. Although Spieth logged hours of extra range and putting-green work this week, Stewart views the sudden flare-up as a red flag on a 7,600-yard Quail Hollow that demands full-speed swings. With a heightened WD risk and the need for peak ball-striking, Stewart recommended fading Spieth in outrights, Top-20 markets, and high-dollar DFS builds until the wrist proves stable.

Keith Stewart highlighted Min Woo Lee as a volatile but enticing dart throw for outrights and GPPs. Stewart noted the Australian ranks top-10 on Tour in strokes-gained around the green and sits "better than average" with the putter—attributes that can rescue him if Quail Hollow’s rough gobbles up an occasional wayward drive. Lee averages 315 yards of carry, giving him the length PGA of America set-ups have crowned in recent Mays (Koepka, Mickelson, Koepka). Stewart emphasized that Quail’s eighth and 14th holes are drivable par-4s and all four par-5s require nothing more than mid-iron approaches for bombers, a recipe tailor-made for Lee’s fearless, full-send mentality. While recent form has been "really mediocre" since his Houston win, Stewart said any glimpse of life this week would push Lee onto his outright card at 80-1 and into 5-8% DFS allocations, because his combination of distance and short-game prowess gives him legitimate spike-week upside if he simply putts to baseline.

Keith Stewart tabbed Sam Burns as an under-the-radar outright and DFS play for the PGA Championship. Stewart said Quail Hollow will reward exactly Burns’ profile: top-end length off the tee, a putter that gains virtually every week, and the willingness to pull driver on every non-par-3—an aggressive approach the PGA of America actively encourages by stretching the layout to 7,600 yards. Burns has gained strokes driving in four straight starts and currently sits second in Pat Mayo’s combined model for driving distance, accuracy and putting—trailing only Bryson DeChambeau. Although his 200-plus-yard proximity numbers remain merely average, Stewart argued that Quail’s two drivable par-4s and four reachable par-5s let Burns lean on his wedge game instead of long irons. If he keeps the ball in play at even a league-average clip, Stewart expects the LSU product’s elite putting to push him inside the top 10 with legitimate win equity at his current 45-1 price and sub-10% DFS ownership.

Keith Stewart dismissed Corey Conners as a betting or DFS option at the PGA Championship, arguing the Canadian’s profile clashes with how Quail Hollow will play in May. Stewart expects muted rough and receptive greens, meaning players must overpower the 7,600-yard layout rather than plot. Conners ranks outside the top-60 in driving distance and has historically lost strokes on the quick-grain Bermuda surfaces found in Charlotte. Stewart noted that firm-and-fast conditions in 2017 created room for precision ball-strikers like Kisner and Molinari, but the 2025 setup is closer to a Wells Fargo power test where Rory, Bryson, and other 300-plus hitters thrive. He advised reallocating exposure toward longer players with at least neutral putting splits on Bermuda, calling Conners “a square peg for a round hole” this week.

Keith Stewart said Bryson DeChambeau is his preferred outright after studying the current Quail Hollow setup. Stewart explained that unlike the baked-out, brand-new surfaces of the 2017 PGA, the club let the renovation mature for a full season, softening the greens and keeping the rough at what he called an “Irish three inches”—sparse and about 1.5" in reality. That combination turns the week into a bomber’s paradise where length beats accuracy and wedges beat long-irons. DeChambeau ranks first on Tour in strokes-gained off-the-tee, averages 320+ carry, and has gained putting in six straight starts. Stewart added that DeChambeau’s aggressive strategy of ripping driver regardless of fairway width mirrors Rory’s, yet Bryson enters at a longer price and with better recent form on Bermuda greens. He therefore locked Bryson on his outright card and will make him a core DFS anchor.

Keith Stewart highlighted Xander Schauffele's promising momentum entering RBC Heritage, noting Schauffele wasn't overly taxed mentally after finishing T-8 at The Masters without seriously contending late. With Schauffele's ball-striking, specifically irons and driver play, dialed in and improving post-injury, Stewart forecasts a Valspar-like elite iron showing here. Motivated with the PGA Championship defense approaching, he's primed to push aggressively for a win this week.

Keith Stewart emphasized Patrick Reed as a reliable DFS play at Augusta due to his exceptional and consistent course history. Stewart highlighted Reed's outstanding recent Augusta performances—four top-12 finishes in his last five starts. Although Reed lacks distance, Stewart noted Reed's consistent ability to manage even-par rounds effectively, producing strong finishes at a challenging Masters setup. Stewart attributed Reed's ongoing Augusta success to his relentless competitiveness, grinding mentality, and remarkable short-game creativity, positioning him as a valuable mid-priced DFS choice.

Keith Stewart identified Lucas Glover as another attractive low-priced DFS option at Augusta, largely because of his excellent ball-striking ability tee-to-green. Stewart categorizes Glover as one of only a handful of golfers in the low-priced range who can reliably deliver strong tee-to-green performances, particularly important during tough scoring conditions at Augusta National, where consistently hitting greens is paramount. Despite cautioning against high exposure in lineups, Stewart believes Glover presents intriguing upside and provides an appealing alternative to more popularly selected players in his price range.

Keith Stewart recommends Kevin Yu as a low-priced DFS lineup filler at Augusta, primarily because of Yu's elite greens-in-regulation capability. Despite openly acknowledging Yu's shortcomings in the around-the-green game, Stewart emphasized Yu's elite iron play and greens-in-reg numbers are crucial at Augusta, where hitting greens and avoiding overly punitive recovery shots is a key element in contending at The Masters. Stewart sees Yu as offering attractive upside given his price point based solely on his iron skill and ability to consistently reach greens in tough conditions.

Keith Stewart noticed a significant improvement in Tom Hoge's ball striking since receiving help from swing coach Sean Foley at the Cognizant tournament. Stewart detailed watching Hoge smile and quickly finding comfort with his adjustments on the range, striking the ball better than he had in a long time. Hoge's ball-striking numbers since then have steadily improved, which is critical at Augusta due to the importance of hitting greens in regulation and generating consistent pars amid tough scoring conditions. Stewart believes Hoge is a valuable DFS play at his low price point based on this improved confidence and iron play.

Keith Stewart spotlighted J.J. Spaun as an intriguing and under-owned DFS option in the low-priced player pool (6K range) at The Masters, emphasizing Spaun's elite ability as a pure ball striker. Stewart categorized Spaun as one of only a few 'absolute flushers' in that price range who, despite being weaker putters, excel in crucial tee-to-green metrics needed at Augusta. Given Stewart's established view that putting is largely mitigated at Augusta by the extremely difficult greens—emphasizing more of a two-putt approach rather than elite putting skill—Spaun's ball-striking strength alone makes him significantly attractive as a contrarian DFS filler.

Keith Stewart clearly advised against playing Jason Day at The Masters, pointing out that Day's best result at Augusta occurred years ago when he was less burdened by distractions. Stewart expressed strong concerns about Day's current focus, suggesting that his attention to external distractions like fashion and sponsorship outfits detracts severely from necessary laser-sharp focus required at Augusta—a course demanding razor-thin margins of error. Given Day's fixation on non-golf related issues and Stewart's strong preference for mentally hardened and focused competitors, he concluded Day is a clear fade as he isn't adequately prepared to handle Augusta's high-pressure environment.

Keith Stewart vocally championed Robert Macintyre as a perfect DFS leverage play and betting sleeper at The Masters. He cited Macintyre's underrated skillset balance in areas crucial to Augusta's unique tests—excellent tee-to-green play, strong greens-in-regulation, and deft ability around the greens—all surprising statistical strengths. Stewart additionally highlighted Macintyre's confidence-boosting recent form and successes, winning tournaments twice internationally in critical situations. Noting Macintyre's left-handed advantage at Augusta, creating beneficial angles few others possess, Stewart confidently promoted him as a differentiated mid-tier player to gain valuable DFS leverage against more popular chalk names like Lowry and Fleetwood.

Keith Stewart confidently pinpointed Sepp Straka as an overlooked mid-tier DFS selection for The Masters, emphasizing his excellent form, consistency, and statistical fit. Stewart highlighted Straka's strong recent T15 finishes and a win earlier this year, underscoring his sustained potential at majors. Most crucially, Straka rates exceptionally highly in tee-to-green and greens-in-regulation stats, two key metrics Stewart identified as vital at Augusta. With emphasis specifically given to playing Augusta's par-4 holes to even-par, Stewart declared Straka as potentially the best greens-in-regulation player in the field, making him a strong value DFS option to gain leverage versus more popular mid-range chalk.

Keith Stewart recognized a significant shift in Sergio Garcia's mental game and motivation entering The Masters, anchored primarily by Garcia's renewed focus on the Ryder Cup qualification this year. Stewart noted Sergio currently ranks highest statistically among LIV Tour golfers and appears uniquely motivated, acknowledging the need for top finishes in majors this season, having not yet qualified for The Open Championship. Pointing out Sergio's tendency to perform well when maintained by positive momentum, Stewart believes this fiery ambition and concentrated effort could substantially elevate his performance. Despite the skepticism many have about players transitioning from LIV Tour competition to performing well at Augusta, Stewart emphasized Garcia's re-focused ambition makes him a sleeper candidate worth serious DFS and betting consideration.

Keith Stewart strongly identified Scottie Scheffler as his clear favorite to win The Masters largely due to Scheffler's remarkably consistent, error-free playing style. He emphasized how Augusta's current setup would severely punish mistakes, citing course adjustments like lengthening hole 13 and reconstructing greens, and anticipated tougher conditions (firm and fast surfaces, challenging wind direction similar to last year) that demand extremely disciplined decision-making. Stewart noted Scheffler explicitly stated this week he feels more prepared than ever for Augusta—a particularly strong statement given Scheffler is a recent two-time winner here. Stewart confidently stated that Scheffler will methodically produce a score around minus nine, forcing competitors to achieve exceptional results simply to beat his unwavering consistency.

Keith Stewart highlighted Justin Rose as a player who consistently performs well at Augusta due to his conservative approach and strategic course knowledge, regardless of recent immediate form. Stewart explained that recent changes to the course, notably lengthened par 5s (13 and 15) and replaced greens (1, 8, 15, and 16), would significantly increase decision-making complexity. Stewart strongly emphasized the advantage veterans like Rose have through experience-based conservative play, noting how newcomers or aggressive players like Michael Kim inevitably make costly errors by attacking difficult green approaches aggressively. Stewart specifically mentioned how Rose's disciplined route around Augusta reliably positions him for success amidst challenging conditions and strategic changes to the course.

Keith Stewart was cautious about Viktor Hovland's chances at Augusta due to Hovland himself acknowledging glaring weaknesses in his short game. Stewart described how Augusta's exceptionally difficult conditions around the greens, characterized by the grass growing into the player, punishes any technical short game inefficiencies—a weakness Hovland openly admitted to. Citing Hovland's previous comments about the bunkers having heavy sand and creating challenging shots, Stewart pointed out that missing greens and facing tough recovery shots is inevitable at Augusta. As Hovland mentioned explicitly, Augusta demands creativity and flawless technique near the greens, elements he feels he currently struggles with. Stewart warned that due to these confessed weaknesses, Hovland's potential at this particular tournament appears significantly limited, despite recent strong form and a win at the Valspar.