Valero Texas Open Sleeper Picks and Predictions: Mitchell, McCarthy Shine in San Antonio

Our Valero Texas Open picks target Keith Mitchell, Denny McCarthy, and more at TPC San Antonio.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:21pm

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The PGA Tour makes its last stop in San Antonio before heading off to Augusta National for the Masters. Atop the Valero Texas Open odds are Ludvig Aberg and Tommy Fleetwood, but the golf picks are looking further down the board in a tournament that's seen plenty of long-shot winners in recent years.

Why it matters

The Valero Texas Open is a key event on the PGA Tour schedule, serving as the final tune-up before the prestigious Masters Tournament. Finding value in the sleeper picks and long shots can provide a significant edge for bettors looking to capitalize on the unpredictable nature of this event.

The details

Our Valero Texas Open sleeper picks include Keith Mitchell, Denny McCarthy, and Ryo Hisatsune. Mitchell is coming off a strong showing at the Houston Open, ranking second in the field in true strokes gained off the tee and 12th from tee to green. McCarthy has a history of success at TPC San Antonio, logging four Top 20 finishes in six career starts, including a runner-up in 2024. Hisatsune may not have a PGA Tour win, but he has a similar profile to Mitchell, ranking 15th off the tee and 27th in driving accuracy, with several impressive results this season.

  • The Valero Texas Open is taking place from March 31 to April 6, 2026.
  • The 2026 Masters Tournament will be held the following week, from April 10-13, 2026.

The players

Keith Mitchell

A PGA Tour player who is coming off a T14 result at the Houston Open, where he ranked second in the field in true strokes gained off the tee and 12th from tee to green. He ranks ninth off the tee for the season.

Denny McCarthy

A PGA Tour player who has had plenty of success at the Valero Texas Open, logging four Top 20 finishes in six career starts, including a career-best runner-up finish in 2024.

Ryo Hisatsune

A PGA Tour player who may not have a win to his name, but has a similar profile to Keith Mitchell, ranking 15th off the tee and 27th in driving accuracy, with several impressive results this season including a T13 at THE PLAYERS, T8 at Pebble Beach, T10 in Phoenix, and a runner-up at the Farmers.

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What’s next

The 2026 Valero Texas Open will be followed by the 2026 Masters Tournament, which will take place from April 10-13, 2026.

The takeaway

The Valero Texas Open is an important event on the PGA Tour schedule, serving as the final tune-up before the prestigious Masters Tournament. Finding value in the sleeper picks and long shots can provide a significant edge for bettors, as the tournament has seen plenty of unexpected winners in recent years.