Outlook Gregory Soto
Gregory Soto struggles with recent ratios but holds firm as Pirates closer
Gregory Soto has run into trouble lately, posting a 6.51 ERA and 1.69 WHIP over his last 10 appearances. However, he remains the primary closer for the fourth-place Pirates, who sit at 39-39 in the NL Central. With bullpen depth thin due to Chris Devenski's long-term injury, Soto's ninth-inning role is extremely secure.
Soto's overall 3.52 ERA and 1.07 WHIP this season are still a major step up from his consecutive seasons with an ERA over 5.00 in 2024 and 2025. While our models expect some regression toward a 3.98 ERA and 1.30 WHIP, his outstanding 11.14 K/9 rate supports his status as a sustainable fantasy asset.
The Pirates host six games this week against the Mariners and Reds, presenting several late-inning opportunities. Facing tough opposing starters like George Kirby and Chase Burns means low-scoring, save-friendly environments are highly likely. He remains a recommended fantasy option. Start.
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Outlook Shane McClanahan
McClanahan looks to shake off recent control struggles with a highly anticipated two-start week.
Shane McClanahan has experienced some turbulence lately, posting a 7.50 ERA and a 2.36 WHIP over his last two outings due to elevated walk rates. Still, the left-handed starter remains a critical piece of the rotation for the second-place Rays. Healthy and fully active, McClanahan continues to hold a prominent role in the rotation as the team pushes to close the gap in the AL East.
While his 1.61 WHIP over the past month is concerning, our models expect him to settle back into his elite baseline. His career track record and our rest-of-season projection point to a strong 3.42 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP. His strikeout stuff remains highly potent, indicating that this recent bump in the road is a temporary command issue rather than a sign of long-term regression.
McClanahan is lined up for a lucrative two-start week at home, first facing the Royals and Luinder Avila on Tuesday, followed by a Sunday duel against Eduardo Rodriguez and the Diamondbacks. Our projection expects him to throw 10.2 innings with nearly 10 strikeouts across these two matchups. Fantasy managers should confidently lock him into lineups as an active, high-upside option this week.
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