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Michael McGreevy (STL) @ SFG (W) – 8.0 IP, 1 ER, 5 Hits, 0 BBs, 6 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 29% CSW, 91 pitches.
The ultimate Sunday of the season typically brings younger arms to the forefront, granting one ultimate alternative to air it out earlier than we board up for the winter. Michael McGreevy took full benefit of his time on stage through 8.0 IP, 1 ER, 5 Hits, 0 BBs, 6 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 29% CSW, 91 pitches as he secured a Win towards the Giants and we will’t ignore the likelihood that he will get extra probabilities subsequent yr.
His method is out of the Yankees’ playbook for low-armslot pitchers: sinkers, sliders, changeups, and cutters, with the uncommon four-seamer within the combine. General, he’s a command-first, stuff-second arm that would discover himself cruising subsequent yr if he has a robust protection behind him whereas in an amazing rhythm.
It’s not the kind of arms we draft in 12-teamers, however these in NL-Solely leagues can do worse. It’s a good array of weapons with a sinker that’s destined to search out outs (and tons of grounders via the outlet), propelling worth for these in want of quantity whereas turning down ceiling.
Let’s see how each different SP did Sunday:
David Peterson (NYM) @ MIL (W) – 7.0 IP, 0 ER, 1 Hits, 3 BBs, 8 Ks – 11 Whiffs, 35% CSW, 95 pitches.
Atta boy Peterson. You got here via when the Mets wanted you. The command was there and I can’t assist however marvel how he’ll be handled getting into subsequent yr. I count on to be on the low finish on Peterson given his lack of overwhelming stuff and heavy reliance on rhythm, however possibly he’s nonetheless in rhythm out of camp. That may be superior.
Nathan Eovaldi (TEX) @ LAA (W) – 7.0 IP, 0 ER, 4 Hits, 1 BBs, 5 Ks – 12 Whiffs, 27% CSW, 92 pitches.
With Free Company probably on the horizon, Eovaldi confirmed 94/95 mph velocity and a full seven frames because the Rangers didn’t care about defending the fella. Thanks for this one, many fantasy managers wanted it. Eovaldi could possibly be a Holly once more subsequent yr, with a probable harm ding coming in drafts that can put him into the vary of SP you already had questions on getting into the season. Why not go for the one who’s more than likely to assist till he probably will get damage?
Ryan Feltner (COL) vs LAD (ND) – 6.0 IP, 0 ER, 2 Hits, 2 BBs, 3 Ks – 9 Whiffs, 30% CSW, 81 pitches.
Wow. 5 straight productive outings from Feltner to finish the season, together with internet hosting the Sneks, Playing cards, and Dodgers in Coors. Wait. Going again to his ultimate 15 begins, he has a 2.98 ERA?! And never considered one of his pitches held a 30% CSW save for his four-seamer on the nostril. This will likely have been one of many quietest Baha Man summers as y’all can’t chase this for 2025. Coors is undefeated.
Logan Gilbert (SEA) vs OAK (W) – 5.2 IP, 0 ER, 1 Hits, 0 BBs, 7 Ks – 16 Whiffs, 33% CSW, 76 pitches.
Aces gonna ace. How superior is that this. No purpose for Gilbert to toss this one however they hurled him on the market and he earned a implausible ship off into the low season. That closes the door on a 3.23 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and 27.4% strikeout charge season from Gilbert, which is straight up BONKERS and fueled by a large decline in Hit/9 whereas he leaned into his slider + pulled again his four-seamer for extra secondaries. I believe he’ll get overdrafted subsequent yr (I nonetheless query his full arsenal, I do know, I’m ridiculous), however it’s arduous to argue towards his ground.
Caleb Kilian (CHC) vs CIN (ND) – 5.0 IP, 0 ER, 3 Hits, 2 BBs, 4 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 22% CSW, 82 pitches.
We noticed sinkers and four-seamers once more from Kilian with a gaggle of breakers that usually landed low. I believe there’s a component to a legit pitcher right here for 2025, however I’m wondering if he’ll have all of it collectively by April subsequent yr. Most likely not…?
Hunter Greene (CIN) @ CHC (ND) – 4.0 IP, 0 ER, 1 Hits, 3 BBs, 3 Ks – 9 Whiffs, 25% CSW, 65 pitches.
Couldn’t go only one extra, may ya. No shock to see Greene restricted right here and I’ll proceed to assemble anxiousness making an attempt to find out the place to rank him subsequent yr. Is he a Cherry Bomb or one thing extra? I DON’T KNOW.
Anthony Banda (LAD) @ COL (ND) – 1.0 IP, 0 ER, 0 Hits, 0 BBs, 0 Ks – 2 Whiffs, 14% CSW, 14 pitches.
After Banda, we noticed Landon Knack, who stunned me with 4 full frames, however left the sport with a possible loss through 4.0 IP, 1 ER, 5 Hits, 0 BBs, 4 Ks. So whereas he didn’t damage you want I anticipated, it wasn’t a complete lot to have fun. There’s an opportunity Knack turns into one thing subsequent yr with a superb iVB four-seamer, however he wants extra throughout the board to get there. He’s not fairly at “Yooooo, this man is dope” potential but.
Ryan Weathers (MIA) @ TOR (W) – 6.1 IP, 1 ER, 3 Hits, 2 BBs, 6 Ks – 9 Whiffs, 23% CSW, 97 pitches.
Scorching dang, have a look at you! I find it irresistible, take this Gold Star. So that you’re drafting him subsequent yr? Oh. Not what I meant, I simply love Weathers truly producing after a number of poor efforts and sneaking in on the ultimate Sunday to offer shock worth to these daring sufficient to chase it. Sadly, Weathers’ heater doesn’t do sufficient and his secondaries + command aren’t profitable this tug of struggle. Oh, and the Marlins received’t assist with Wins. Noooope.
Brandon Pfaadt (ARI) vs SDP (W) – 5.1 IP, 1 ER, 3 Hits, 1 BBs, 9 Ks – 12 Whiffs, 33% CSW, 79 pitches.
When it issues most, Pfaadt has proven up. Kinda. I’m nonetheless contemplating him a Cherry Bomb till I can imagine he has greater than the sweeper (or can purchase into his four-seamer command), however this was enjoyable.
Quinn Priester (BOS) vs TBR (W) – 5.0 IP, 1 ER, 4 Hits, 1 BBs, 2 Ks – 9 Whiffs, 26% CSW, 89 pitches.
No shock that the Purple Sox restricted Priester’s four-seamer and sinker utilization, together with his changeup and slider taking the rostrum a lot of the night time. I’m not offered this will work, however he additionally blended in sinkers for outs alongside the best way and stored the dream alive. Not somebody I’d be targeted on for subsequent yr as of now.
Alec Marsh (KCR) @ ATL (W) – 5.0 IP, 1 ER, 5 Hits, 0 BBs, 2 Ks – 9 Whiffs, 26% CSW, 77 pitches.
He soured Atlanta’s day with a implausible effort together with his breakers and I’m comfortable for his Birthday Occasion. As of now, I wouldn’t count on him to be the #5 SP for the Royals subsequent yr.
Ryan Pepiot (TBR) @ BOS (L) – 4.0 IP, 1 ER, 4 Hits, 2 BBs, 5 Ks – 6 Whiffs, 24% CSW, 63 pitches.
I’m stunned they let him go in any respect. I like Pepiot for subsequent yr, hoping he takes yet one more step ahead to nail down the polish on his slider and changeup to develop into the legit stud he’s destined to be. That four-seamer is just too good.
Albert Suárez (BAL) @ MIN (W) – 6.0 IP, 2 ER, 4 Hits, 1 BBs, 4 Ks – 11 Whiffs, 30% CSW, 71 pitches.
Yesssss. It was principally simply four-seamers (Gasp) although there have been some changeups and curves returning whiffs and have a look at that! 10/13 cutters for strikes! I’m wondering if the Orioles will depend on Suárez once more subsequent yr or have a look at his success and go “That was good, I don’t assume we’ll get that once more.” I’m inclined to imagine the latter.
Ryan Burr (TOR) vs MIA (L) – 1.0 IP, 2 ER, 3 Hits, 0 BBs, 1 Ks – 3 Whiffs, 27% CSW, 30 pitches.
As anticipated, he opened for Ryan Yarbrough, who went 3.2 IP, 0 ER, 4 Hits, 0 BBs, 3 Ks. Yep, one out in need of probably incomes a Win, although it wasn’t out there for the Fratty Pirate, don’t go all chaotic on us. It’s kinda cool that Yarbrough can nonetheless be efficient in any case this time, although I’m wondering if it lasts in 2025 in any fantasy related method.
Jack Kochanowicz (LAA) vs TEX (L) – 7.0 IP, 3 ER, 6 Hits, 1 BBs, 1 Ks – 3 Whiffs, 16% CSW, 77 pitches.
The Jack of One Commerce did what he’s purported to do – return a PQS at minimal with a HAISTBMBWT?! That’s the lifetime of a sinkerballer and let’s be grateful now we have somebody who truly carries out their guarantees.
Bailey Ober (MIN) vs BAL (L) – 5.0 IP, 3 ER, 5 Hits, 0 BBs, 4 Ks – 14 Whiffs, 35% CSW, 74 pitches.
In correct Ober style, his ERA doesn’t match the WHIP, with a King Cole to go together with it. He’s legit, y’all. HR charge is not sticky year-to-year and he’ll be a stud subsequent season. Can’t wait to draft him.
Aaron Nola (PHI) @ WSN (W) – 5.0 IP, 3 ER, 9 Hits, 0 BBs, 7 Ks – 17 Whiffs, 30% CSW, 96 pitches.
Aces gonna…pitch almost 100 pitches?! Wild. It’s a Dusty Donut in the long run with a dub and 7 strikeouts, however…wild. The Phillies favored their studs in rhythm over making certain they don’t overwork themselves for his or her playoff run. Might very properly be the fitting name and I hope it helped your squads. And sure, Nola is among the most regular arms in fantasy.
Hayden Birdsong (SFG) vs STL (L) – 4.1 IP, 3 ER, 4 Hits, 3 BBs, 11 Ks – 20 Whiffs, 40% CSW, 98 pitches.
After all you probably did. The Cardinals couldn’t resist your slider – 12/13 swings returned a whiff on the pitch. WHAT. – however the entire assault was unstable per ordinary. I can’t wait to subject questions on Birdsong this low season with individuals obsessed by the strikeouts and deflect them with a Joe Boyle comp. How dare you. Okay, positive, he earned a Gallows Pole and has proven a little bit bit extra, however sizzling dang do I not belief this fella with consistency subsequent yr. He’ll torture you all yr. I hope he figures it out over the winter, however that’s extremely uncertain.
Jonathan Cannon (CHW) @ DET (W) – 5.0 IP, 4 ER, 4 Hits, 3 BBs, 3 Ks – 8 Whiffs, 26% CSW, 80 pitches.
Not less than you bought a Win? I hoped Cannon would bear down and be at his greatest right here and whereas the CrySox ended their historic failure with a second of success, this wasn’t fairly what we had envisioned. He’s going to shock us sooner or later subsequent yr if he will get sufficient time on the bump to iron out the kinks, although I’m unsure when that will probably be or if the White Sox have completely different plans for him and their rotation.
Charlie Morton (ATL) vs KCR (L) – 4.1 IP, 4 ER, 5 Hits, 2 BBs, 3 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 29% CSW, 75 pitches.
The Cherry Bomb confirmed his ugly facet on the worst time. Sigh. That is presumably the final begin we’ll see of Morton in his profession, concluding his two-year take care of Atlanta after considering retirement two years earlier. It’s been a trip Morton, thanks for the enjoyable occasions.
Clarke Schmidt (NYY) vs PIT (ND) – 4.0 IP, 4 ER, 3 Hits, 4 BBs, 5 Ks – 12 Whiffs, 32% CSW, 75 pitches.
My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined. I see Schmidt as a stable Toby sort getting into drafts subsequent yr for these in want of Wins. Possibly even a Holly sort when all is claimed and achieved.
Bailey Falter (PIT) @ NYY (ND) – 3.0 IP, 4 ER, 4 Hits, 3 BBs, 0 Ks – 4 Whiffs, 15% CSW, 62 pitches.
Yikes. Reducing that commerce worth for the Rays, I see. Intelligent, intelligent. However critically, it was the Yankees and we anticipated nothing.
Colin Rea (MIL) vs NYM (L) – 5.2 IP, 5 ER, 10 Hits, 3 BBs, 5 Ks – 12 Whiffs, 25% CSW, 106 pitches.
Yep. That is Rea life. I assumed it was fantasy. Provided that you began him. I didn’t. So what are we even speaking about. I DON’T KNOW, YOU TYPE THE WORDS. Good level. I’m wondering if the Brewers plan on holding Rea within the rotation getting into subsequent yr. I certain hope not.
Kenta Maeda (DET) vs CHW (L) – 4.2 IP, 5 ER, 5 Hits, 1 BBs, 5 Ks – 10 Whiffs, 28% CSW, 89 pitches.
This went as anticipated. I want I had higher issues to say about Maeda, however he’s not as filthy as he was and it’s powerful to be on this place with a 90 mph heater.
Jake Irvin (WSN) vs PHI (L) – 4.1 IP, 6 ER, 5 Hits, 3 BBs, 3 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 27% CSW, 66 pitches.
And so ends Irvin’s season of marvel and disappointment. Except he has his curve obliterating subsequent yr, you may count on me avoiding Irvin in drafts.
Mitch Spence (OAK) @ SEA (L) – 4.1 IP, 6 ER, 7 Hits, 0 BBs, 5 Ks – 12 Whiffs, 31% CSW, 75 pitches.
Womp womp. He was considered one of many desparate choices and it fell via. I’ll maintain onto hope Spence pushes his velocity nearer to Graham Ashcraft ranges subsequent yr, however in all chance, he’s a uncommon streaming choice.
Martín Pérez (SDP) @ ARI (L) – 3.2 IP, 6 ER, 8 Hits, 2 BBs, 3 Ks – 7 Whiffs, 25% CSW, 64 pitches.
We didn’t count on Pérez to go lengthy right here with the Padres secured for his or her playoff spot, not to mention come via towards the hungry Sneks. Nope, not going to run with that setup, I completely detest snakes. ANYWAY, Pérez may come out of the gate sizzling once more in 2025 if he’s feeling it early, don’t overlook the possibility.
Sport of the Day
Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets – Wait, now we have baseball in the present day?! WELL OKAY THEN.
However Nick?! The place are the streaming picks? – I’ve moved them to the day by day SP Matchups & Streamer Rankings article.
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