Outlook David Sandlin
David Sandlin's historic debut makes him a highly intriguing two-start streaming option this week.
David Sandlin made a historic splash in his major-league debut last week, retiring 18 straight batters after allowing a leadoff home run to secure a win. The rookie right-hander was recalled to the big leagues after Noah Schultz landed on the injured list, and he currently slots in as a back-end option in the rotation. His presence boosts a second-place White Sox team currently riding a five-game winning streak.
While Sandlin's initial big-league sample size features a spectacular 1.50 ERA and a microscopic 0.17 WHIP, our models expect some regression toward a 4.50 ERA and 1.33 WHIP over the rest of the season. However, his strong strikeout-to-walk ratio in the minor leagues and his projection of 80 strikeouts over a projected 18 innings suggest immense missing-bat upside.
Sandlin is scheduled for a two-start week, beginning Monday on the road against division rival Minnesota before facing Philadelphia on Sunday. While the Twins present a tough matchup against Joe Ryan, the Phillies matchup is friendlier as Aaron Nola has struggled with a 5.72 ERA. Given the dual-start volume and his high ceiling, Sandlin is a recommended Two-Start Stream.
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Outlook Kyle Leahy
Kyle Leahy slots in as a viable streaming option this week in a favorable matchup against Cincinnati.
Kyle Leahy has been reliable for the second-place Cardinals lately, registering a 2.86 ERA over 25.2 innings in his last five outings. He remains locked in as the fifth starter in the St. Louis rotation, helping a club that is currently 31-26 in the competitive NL Central. Although his 1.47 WHIP over the last 30 days shows he is putting plenty of runners on base, he has done a phenomenal job limiting the damage.
Looking under the hood, Leahy’s recent run of success contrasts with his season-long 4.31 ERA and elevated 1.58 WHIP. Our models project a rest-of-season 4.31 ERA and 1.35 WHIP, suggesting that some regression toward his career baselines is inevitable. Because he doesn't possess elite swing-and-miss stuff, his fantasy value will remain highly dependent on limiting free passes and finding favorable matchups.
This week, Leahy is scheduled for a single home start on Friday against the Reds, squaring off against Brady Singer. Singer has struggled heavily this year with a 6.18 ERA and a 1.69 WHIP, giving the Cardinals' lineup a prime opportunity to back Leahy with plenty of run support. For managers in deeper formats seeking a spot starter with a favorable matchup, Leahy is a quality play. Verdict: Stream.
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