Outlook Emmet Sheehan
Sheehan battles command issues as he looks to reclaim mid-rotation stability
The first-place Dodgers are riding a three-game win streak, but Sheehan has struggled to keep pace, posting a 10.00 ERA and a 1.98 WHIP over his last two outings. Despite these recent blowups, he remains a mid-rotation staple for Los Angeles, particularly with teammates like Tyler Glasnow and Bobby Miller on the 60-day injured list. His high-strikeout upside is still present, though his command has recently faltered, evidenced by three walks in his last 3.1 innings.
Under the hood, Sheehan’s current 5.53 ERA is a significant regression from the 3.46 mark he posted in 2025. While his recent form is alarming, our models project him to settle toward a more respectable 3.86 ERA and 1.14 WHIP over the rest of the season. His career strikeout-to-walk ratio suggests these recent struggles are likely a temporary mechanical lapse rather than a permanent loss of skills.
Looking at the week ahead, Sheehan is scheduled for a single start this Sunday on the road against the Padres. He will face Michael King, who enters with a strong 3.23 ERA and 1.16 WHIP, making this a difficult matchup for a pitcher struggling with hits allowed. Given that he has surrendered 12 hits over his last 8.1 innings, fantasy managers should exercise caution. Verdict: Sit.
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Outlook Carlos Rodon
Rodon Stabilizes Rotation as Yankees Lead the AL East
Rodon has settled in as a reliable presence in the rotation for the first-place Yankees, who hold a 48-32 record. Over his last five starts, he has pitched to a 3.52 ERA and a 1.21 WHIP, tallying three quality starts in that span. Having moved past early-season health concerns, he is currently locked in as the number four starter in a rotation that has dealt with several injuries to key arms like Max Fried and Clarke Schmidt.
Under the hood, Rodon's recent performance is more than a fluke; his 10.25 K/9 on the season is nearly identical to his dominant 2024 campaign. While our models project him to finish with a 4.10 ERA, his recent 1.21 WHIP suggests he is finding the elite command that defined his career peaks. He is successfully limiting damage and maximizing the win potential afforded by a high-powered New York offense.
Looking at the week ahead, Rodon is a two-start pitcher who already secured a win against Detroit on Tuesday. His remaining outing comes Sunday on the road against the Red Sox, where he is scheduled to face Sonny Gray. While Gray is having an excellent year with a 2.95 ERA, Rodon's strikeout upside and the Yankees' league-best winning percentage make him a high-priority play. Verdict: Start.
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