Outlook Nick Lodolo
Nick Lodolo looks to stabilize his ratios as he searches for consistency in the Reds' rotation.
Lodolo has endured a rocky stretch, posting a 5.45 ERA and 1.59 WHIP over his last five starts, including a tough outing last week where he surrendered nine hits in five innings. He remains locked into a starting rotation role for a fifth-place Reds squad currently mired in a four-game losing streak and dealing with several key pitching injuries.
While his 5.71 ERA on the season is discouraging, our models project him for a much improved 4.05 ERA and 1.20 WHIP over 149 innings. His strikeout upside remains intact, and if he can regain the form that led to a stellar 3.41 ERA last season, he will quickly reward patient fantasy managers.
Lodolo is scheduled for a single home start this week on June 12 against the Diamondbacks, drawing a tough matchup against Eduardo Rodriguez and his elite 2.52 ERA. Given his recent control issues and the difficult opponent, fantasy managers should park him on the bench. Verdict: Sit.
Updated 11 hrs ago
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Outlook Cade Cavalli
Cavalli settling in as Washington's staff anchor with strong strikeout upside
Serving as the staff anchor for the third-place Nationals (33-33), Cavalli has taken on a heavy burden with rotation mates Josiah Gray and Jake Irvin currently on the injured list. Over his last 30 days, the young right-hander has excelled with a 3.67 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP, showcasing frontline capability despite a minor speed bump in his most recent outing.
While our models project a 4.20 ERA and 1.34 WHIP over 137.0 innings for the season, Cavalli's underlying progress is highly encouraging. His strikeout upside is very real, supported by 36 strikeouts over his last 34.1 innings, suggesting his recent success is a sustainable step forward rather than a flash in the pan.
Cavalli is slated for a single home start this week on June 13 against Seattle. He draws a highly favorable matchup against Mariners starter Luis Castillo, who has struggled to a 5.53 ERA and 1.43 WHIP over 53.7 innings. Given the soft matchup and his elite strikeout potential, he is an excellent fantasy option. Verdict: Start.
Updated 11 hrs ago
