Outlook Sean Manaea
Sean Manaea recapturing rotation dominance with improved velocity
Sean Manaea has been excellent recently, registering a 3.12 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP over his last 30 days. While the fifth-place Mets (34-43) are riding a two-game losing streak and battling numerous injuries, Manaea has stabilized his role as the number three starter in the rotation. His fastball velocity has surged back up to the 91-93 mph range, sparking his recent turnaround.
This hot streak is a major relief after his early-season struggles and bullpen demotion. While our season model expects some regression toward a 4.40 ERA and 1.19 WHIP, his current performance aligns closely with his strong 2024 campaign. Given the sustained velocity bump, his recent success looks legitimate rather than a fluke.
Manaea has a single home start lined up this Wednesday against the Cubs. He will face Javier Assad, who holds a respectable 4.10 ERA, in a highly winnable matchup. With his velocity back and his confidence high, fantasy managers should confidently Start him this week.
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Outlook Randy Vasquez
Randy Vasquez Slumping Heavily But Remains Locked Into San Diego's Decimated Rotation
Randy Vasquez is in the midst of a brutal rough patch, posting a staggering 7.26 ERA and 1.97 WHIP over his last 30 days. Despite these struggles, his rotation spot as San Diego's number three starter is secure because the second-place Padres (39-37) are dealing with a heavily depleted staff, including long-term injuries to Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove.
Under the hood, Vasquez’s 4.27 ERA across 15 starts this year is more indicative of his true talent than this recent cold spell. However, our projection of a 4.93 ERA and 1.42 WHIP for the remainder of the year warns that his low strikeout rate and elevated walk numbers will limit his ceiling and continue to invite ratio risk.
Vasquez is slated for just one start this week on June 24 at home against a dangerous Atlanta lineup. He matches up against veteran lefty Martin Perez, who enters with a strong 2.78 ERA. Given Vasquez's current form and the tough matchup, fantasy managers should avoid using him this week. Verdict: Sit.
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