Is Framber Valdez another Astros stud pitcher in the making? In this week's Facts/Flukes, we also examine Spenser Watkins, Jared Walsh, Cedric Mullins, and Trevor Stephan.
Ronald Acuña has a .264 batting average with 8 HR and 20 SB in 284 PA in his return from a July 2021 ACL tear, but he's been slumping of late. How are the underlying skills? Plus, Edwin Diaz, Dylan Carlson, Kyle Finnegan, and Brandon Nimmo.
Xander Bogaerts is in the midst of another highly productive season, but his power has waned. Is it skills related? Plus, Frankie Montas, Chris Flexen, Robbie Grossman, and Ramon Urias.
Francisco Lindor delivers strong 2022 R$ value, José Quintana may see higher ratios in the second half, Wilmer Flores can offer versatile production at several positions, Anthony Bass sharpens his skills, and Didi Gregorius does not have much power left.
Oneil Cruz hasn't yet lived up to his lofty expectations, and some concerns in his skills suggest continued patience will be a must. Plus, early analysis of Riley Greene, Domingo Acevedo, Kyle Isbel, and Alfonso Rivas.
What's going on with Lance Lynn? Will he bounce back? Also in this week's Facts/Flukes article are Noah Syndergaard, Ramón Laureano, Félix Bautista and Carlos Santana.
Alejandro Kirk's combination of elite plate discipline and batted ball quality gives him the tools to be a steady .300 BA, 20 HR contributor if his physique does not leave him prone to durability issues.
Carlos Rodón has followed his breakout 2021 season with a 2.66 ERA through 105 IP. Can he keep it going? Plus, Avisail Garcia, Chris Bassitt, Brendan Rodgers, and Travis d'Arnaud.
Austin Riley is providing strong 2022 power, Mark Melancon's ratios have risen in 2022, Josh Rojas can help a little in all five categories, Seth Lugo can still give some ratio help, and Yan Gomes sees less power in the first half.
Jameson Taillon is scuffling as summer arrives. How will he hold up in the second half? Plus, Seth Brown, Lourdes Gurriel, Andres Gimenez and Robbie Ray.
C.J. Abrams's MLB debut has provided flashes of his immense potential, but his overall results and skills indicate there's still work to do. Plus, early analysis of Josh Lowe, Brock Burke, Diego Castillo, and Graham Ashcraft.
Is Framber Valdez another Astros stud pitcher in the making? In this week's Facts/Flukes, we also examine Spenser Watkins, Jared Walsh, Cedric Mullins, and Trevor Stephan.
Ronald Acuña has a .264 batting average with 8 HR and 20 SB in 284 PA in his return from a July 2021 ACL tear, but he's been slumping of late. How are the underlying skills? Plus, Edwin Diaz, Dylan Carlson, Kyle Finnegan, and Brandon Nimmo.
Xander Bogaerts is in the midst of another highly productive season, but his power has waned. Is it skills related? Plus, Frankie Montas, Chris Flexen, Robbie Grossman, and Ramon Urias.
Francisco Lindor delivers strong 2022 R$ value, José Quintana may see higher ratios in the second half, Wilmer Flores can offer versatile production at several positions, Anthony Bass sharpens his skills, and Didi Gregorius does not have much power left.
Oneil Cruz hasn't yet lived up to his lofty expectations, and some concerns in his skills suggest continued patience will be a must. Plus, early analysis of Riley Greene, Domingo Acevedo, Kyle Isbel, and Alfonso Rivas.
What's going on with Lance Lynn? Will he bounce back? Also in this week's Facts/Flukes article are Noah Syndergaard, Ramón Laureano, Félix Bautista and Carlos Santana.
Alejandro Kirk's combination of elite plate discipline and batted ball quality gives him the tools to be a steady .300 BA, 20 HR contributor if his physique does not leave him prone to durability issues.
Carlos Rodón has followed his breakout 2021 season with a 2.66 ERA through 105 IP. Can he keep it going? Plus, Avisail Garcia, Chris Bassitt, Brendan Rodgers, and Travis d'Arnaud.
Austin Riley is providing strong 2022 power, Mark Melancon's ratios have risen in 2022, Josh Rojas can help a little in all five categories, Seth Lugo can still give some ratio help, and Yan Gomes sees less power in the first half.
Jameson Taillon is scuffling as summer arrives. How will he hold up in the second half? Plus, Seth Brown, Lourdes Gurriel, Andres Gimenez and Robbie Ray.
C.J. Abrams's MLB debut has provided flashes of his immense potential, but his overall results and skills indicate there's still work to do. Plus, early analysis of Josh Lowe, Brock Burke, Diego Castillo, and Graham Ashcraft.