Outlook Michael Soroka
Michael Soroka's remarkable resurgence makes him an attractive fantasy option heading into a favorable weekend matchup.
Michael Soroka has been sensational recently, posting a stellar 1.29 ERA and 0.71 WHIP over his last start, which extends a superb 30-day stretch featuring a 2.98 ERA. He currently slots in as a back-end starter in the rotation for the third-place Diamondbacks (34-33) and has cemented his role with Corbin Burnes sidelined. His recent seven-inning gem on June 7 marked his longest outing in years, confirming his health and peak form.
This sudden dominance represents a massive turnaround from his difficult 2024 and 2025 campaigns, where he struggled with ERAs near 5.00. While our data projects some regression toward a 4.19 ERA and 1.28 WHIP over the rest of the season, his vastly improved 4.24 K/BB ratio suggests his step forward is sustainable. Treat him as a reliable fantasy asset rather than a temporary waiver-wire fluke.
Soroka has one remaining matchup this week on Saturday against the Reds. He will face Rhett Lowder, who has struggled to a 5.01 ERA and 1.45 WHIP this year, making this a highly favorable spot for the Diamondbacks righty despite the hitter-friendly park. Our weekly projection expects a strong performance with a 2.73 ERA, making him a confident fantasy option. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Kevin Gausman
Gausman remains a steady anchor for Toronto's depleted rotation
Kevin Gausman continues to act as the primary staff anchor for a third-place Blue Jays rotation that has been absolutely decimated by long-term injuries to key starters Jose Berrios and Shane Bieber. Over his last 30 days, Gausman has provided much-needed stability for Toronto, cruising to a solid 3.19 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP while racking up 31 strikeouts.
While a few recent runs have slightly inflated his short-term ratios, Gausman's under-the-hood metrics remain fantastic, as evidenced by an elite 13:2 strikeout-to-walk ratio over his last two outings. Our season projection models expect him to finish with a strong 3.78 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP, confirming his recent speed bumps are a fluke and not a sign of regression.
Looking ahead, Gausman is scheduled for a single start on June 13 at home against the second-place Yankees. He faces a tough opponent in Cam Schlittler, who has a stellar 1.87 ERA, but Gausman's ability to miss bats keeps his ceiling exceptionally high even in difficult matchups. Keep him active as a must-start option this week. Verdict: Start.
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