Outlook Connor Prielipp
Prielipp Offers High-K Intrigue as a Two-Start Streaming Option
Rookie left-hander Connor Prielipp has hit some speed bumps lately, logging a 6.10 ERA and 1.59 WHIP over his last 30 days, including a rough 9.57 ERA over his last three starts. Despite these struggles, the third-place Twins (29-34) desperately need him to stabilize a rotation currently missing Pablo Lopez and Bailey Ober. Under the guidance of our models, Prielipp remains locked into Minnesota's rotation as the number two starter.
While his 5.29 career ERA looks concerning, his underlying strikeout metrics remain elite. Our projection expects a much stronger 4.26 ERA and a heavy dose of strikeouts, forecasting 115 Ks in 57.0 innings moving forward. The walk issues (12 walks in his last 25.1 innings) are typical rookie growing pains, but his high-velocity stuff is real, making him a strong bounce-back candidate.
As a two-start option this week, Prielipp already secured a win on June 2 against the White Sox despite yielding some runs. His final outing of the week comes June 7 at home against Kansas City's Noah Cameron, who holds a mediocre 4.22 ERA. Take advantage of this favorable matchup and roll him out as a streaming option. Verdict: Two-Start Stream.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook Walker Buehler
Walker Buehler flashes improved form, but season-long ratio risks keep him on the fantasy fringe.
Walker Buehler has shown encouraging progress lately, registering a 3.91 ERA and a tidy 1.09 WHIP over his last six starts, including six strong innings of one-run ball on June 3rd. The second-place Padres are currently on a four-game losing streak and desperately need stability with Yu Darvish, Joe Musgrove, and Nick Pivetta all sidelined on the injured list. This rash of injuries firmly locks Buehler in as a key member of the starting rotation.
While his recent stretch is promising, our models expect some regression, projecting a 5.06 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over the rest of the season. Buehler's current 4.68 ERA and 1.33 WHIP are a far cry from his elite 2021 form, but his guaranteed rotation spot makes him worth keeping on rosters. Treat him as a high-risk, volume-based starter rather than a reliable ratio anchor.
Because Buehler already made his scheduled start this week on June 3rd, he has no remaining matchups through the weekend. He can be safely left on your bench for the next few days while you evaluate his stability. Weekly Verdict: Sit.
Updated 3 days ago
