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 Sean Burke
Burke's rotation security and high strikeout upside make him a viable depth option in draft season
Sean Burke enters the season locked into a critical role for the White Sox, currently slated as the staff anchor at the top of the starting rotation. At 26 years old, Burke represents a blend of post-hype intrigue and rotation stability. He will look to build on a healthy track record and secure a permanent foothold as a major league starter after showing flashes of dominance in his limited big-league exposure.
From a categorical standpoint, Burke offers significant strikeout upside, though it comes with some ratio risk. Our models project Burke to throw 145.0 innings with 95 strikeouts, a 4.78 ERA, and a 1.40 WHIP. While those projected ratios suggest he will battle traffic on the basepaths due to his historically elevated walk rates, his ability to miss bats helps insulate his fantasy value. If he can limit the free passes closer to his career baselines, he has the potential to outperform his projected wins and innings counts.
Ultimately, Burke is best viewed as a late-round flyer or a streaming option in standard redraft formats. He doesn't possess the elite control of a frontline fantasy ace, but his secure starting role and strikeout upside make him an appealing target for managers looking to round out their pitching depth with high-upside strikeout potential.
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