Outlook Gage Jump
Top pitching prospect Gage Jump is finding his groove in the Oakland rotation, making him an incredibly exciting fantasy option.
The rookie southpaw has taken the majors by storm, registering a sparkling 1.99 ERA and a 0.88 WHIP with 14 strikeouts over his last 18.1 innings. His hot streak is a major boost for the third-place Athletics, who currently sit at 35-36 in the standings. With Luis Severino and Aaron Civale sidelined with shoulder injuries, Jump has stepped up beautifully, securing his role as a key starter in the rotation.
Through his first four major league starts, Jump has compiled a 3.12 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP. Our models project him to maintain a solid 4.00 ERA and an elite 1.10 WHIP over the rest of the season, accompanied by 95 strikeouts. While his current run-prevention rate will regress slightly, his excellent control and bat-missing ability make him a highly sustainable asset.
Jump is lined up for a single start on June 18 at home against the division-rival Angels and Jose Soriano, who carries a strong 2.79 ERA. While run support could be tough to come by in this matchup, Jump's elite ratios and high strikeout upside make him an incredibly strong option. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Robbie Ray
Robbie Ray battles control issues ahead of a challenging road test in Atlanta
State of the Union: Ray has struggled with his command recently, pitching to a bloated 7.67 ERA and 1.93 WHIP over his last 30 days, though his last two outings show minor signs of stabilization with a 4.41 ERA. He remains locked in as the number two starter in the rotation for the fourth-place Giants, who currently sit at 29-43. Ray is fully healthy after an injury scare last month, but his elevated walk rate remains a major fantasy concern.
Under the Hood: While Ray's recent stretch has been highly volatile, our models still project a rest-of-season turnaround toward a 4.18 ERA and 1.26 WHIP, aligning closer to his solid 3.71 ERA campaign in 2025. The spike in walks—16 free passes over his last 22.3 innings—is the primary driver of his current ratio bloat. Expect his strikeout rate to tick back up toward his projected 145 strikeouts once his mechanics sync up.
The Week Ahead & Verdict: Ray is lined up for a single start on Wednesday on the road against the Braves. He will face right-hander JR Ritchie, who enters with a 4.11 ERA, but navigating a heavy-hitting Atlanta lineup in their home park presents a high-risk scenario given Ray's elevated WHIP. Because of the tough matchup and his current lack of control, the recommendation is to Sit him in most formats this week.
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