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Outlook Trevor McDonald
Trevor McDonald aims to stabilize his rotation spot in a favorable matchup against Miami after recent rough outings.
McDonald has hit a rough patch, posting a 5.45 ERA and a bloated 1.82 WHIP over his last 14 days. His struggles come as the fourth-place Giants (29-43) try to keep their rotation afloat amidst several pitching injuries, including Keaton Winn and Tyler Mahle on the injured list. Despite his recent rocky starts, McDonald remains secure as the number four starter in the rotation.
While his recent 5.64 ERA over the last 30 days is concerning, our models project a season-long 4.43 ERA and 1.38 WHIP. McDonald's high-strikeout upside remains his saving grace, but his walk rate has spiked to 13 free passes in his last 28.7 innings. If he can recapture his control, his ratios should naturally regress back toward his solid mid-rotation baseline.
McDonald is scheduled for a single road start on June 19th against the Marlins. Miami's offense presents a highly favorable matchup for the right-hander, with our weekly model projecting 6.2 innings of work with over five strikeouts and a tidy 1.02 WHIP. This soft matchup makes him an excellent streaming option, earning him a start recommendation in medium-to-deep leagues.
Updated 12 hrs ago
