Outlook Emerson Hancock
Emerson Hancock Navigating Rough Patch as Mariners Defend AL West Lead
Hancock has hit a significant speed bump lately, posting a bloated 10.88 ERA over his last two starts while allowing 13 hits in just 9.1 innings. Despite these struggles, the 27-year-old remains a key part of the rotation for the first-place Mariners, who currently sit at 41-41 and are looking to hold off division rivals. While recent news highlights his unique lower arm slot as a source of deception, his command has wavered in June, leading to more traffic on the base paths than seen earlier this spring.
Comparing his recent slide to his 2026 season totals, there is reason for optimism that a rebound is coming. On the year, Hancock maintains a solid 3.63 ERA and an elite 1.03 WHIP across 15 starts, which is far better than his career baseline. Our models project him to settle in with a 4.43 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP for the remainder of the season, suggesting that while he may not maintain his early-season dominance, he is certainly better than his current cold streak implies.
The Mariners are currently in the midst of a road trip through Pittsburgh and Cleveland to close out the week. According to the scheduled rotation turns, Hancock is not slated to take the mound before this scoring period concludes on June 28, with the team leaning on Logan Gilbert and George Kirby for the final matchups. Because he will not provide any innings or strikeout production for the rest of the week, fantasy managers should keep him on the bench. Sit.
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Outlook Brandon Young
Brandon Young has transformed into a reliable rotation anchor for the Orioles, posting a stellar 2.67 ERA over his last five starts.
Young has emerged as a crucial stabilizer for an Orioles rotation recently hampered by injuries to Chris Bassitt and Zach Eflin. Over his last 30 days, he has secured four quality starts with a 1.12 WHIP, most recently holding the Dodgers to just one run over five innings of work. Although Baltimore currently sits in fourth place in the AL East with a 38-44 record and is navigating a two-game losing streak, Young has given the club a chance to win in nearly every appearance.
This 2026 breakout is a massive leap forward from his 6.45 ERA last season, and the underlying improvements support his continued growth. Our data highlights a notable uptick in fastball velocity, with Young consistently hitting 95-96 mph to blow heat past elite hitters like Freddie Freeman. While his seasonal 1.32 WHIP suggests he still works around some traffic, his ability to limit damage is exceptional, having surrendered three or fewer earned runs in 11 of his 12 starts this year.
Looking ahead, Young is set for a home start on June 27 against the Nationals. He faces a tough counterpart in Foster Griffin, who enters with a 3.15 ERA and a low 1.06 WHIP, but the Orioles' right-hander has more than enough momentum to handle the challenge. With our projections eyeing nearly seven innings of work and a sub-3.00 ERA for the remaining matchup this week, he is a clear fantasy asset. Start.
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