Outlook J.T. Ginn
J.T. Ginn's spectacular run makes him a must-start option in an injury-ravaged rotation.
Ginn has been sensational, posting a stellar 1.50 ERA and 1.03 WHIP with 29 strikeouts over his last 30 days. He slots in as a crucial starting pitcher for the third-place Athletics (28-31), who desperately need his production with rotation mates Luis Severino and Aaron Civale both sidelined with shoulder injuries.
His current 2.96 ERA is a massive leap forward from his 5.34 mark last year, though our models project some regression toward a 4.25 ERA and 1.33 WHIP over the rest of the season. Still, his improved strikeout-to-walk ratio suggests his steps forward are legitimate, making him a strong hold in all formats.
Ginn is lined up for a single start this week on June 5th on the road against the Astros. He will match up against Houston's Peter Lambert, who carries a respectable 3.77 ERA. Given Ginn's magnificent current form, keep him active. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Jared Jones
Jared Jones flashes elite velocity in his return from the injured list, but remains a high-risk weekly option
After being reinstated from the 60-day injured list, Jared Jones made his return for the third-place Pirates, who hold a 32-28 record and are on a three-game winning streak. Jones flashed elite velocity, pumping fastballs up to 101 MPH, but struggled with command as he surrendered five earned runs over 4.1 innings. He immediately bolsters Pittsburgh's pitching staff, though he will need time to build up his stamina.
While his brief 10.98 ERA and 2.20 WHIP from his debut are alarming, our models project a strong rest-of-season correction to a 4.05 ERA and 1.23 WHIP. Jones possesses high strikeout upside, as evidenced by his six strikeouts in his debut and our projection of 140 strikeouts over 89.0 innings. Expect his ratios to quickly normalize toward his solid 2024 career baseline of a 4.21 ERA.
Jones is scheduled for a single road start on June 4 against the Astros, squaring off against Kai-Wei Teng and his strong 2.72 ERA. Given the tough matchup and likely pitch count limitations as he builds back his workload, we recommend that you Sit him for this period.
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