STARTERS: Early buy low targets, 2021
May 22 2021
Surface stats like ERA can be misleading, especially at this time of the year, as they can mask strong underlying skills that are likely to result in ERA improvement in the future.
For example, check out the writeup that appeared in this space two years ago:
Corbin Burnes (RHP, MIL) has inflicted his owners to the tune of an 8.10 ERA and 1.80 WHIP in 27 IP, which contributed to his loss of a rotation spot on the MIL staff. But if you're looking for a talented SP to buy low on, such targets don't get much better than Burnes. His skills indicate his upside: 12.8 Dom, 3.7 Ctl, 43% GB%, 152 BPV. They are backed by an elite 16% SwK% too. A 41% H% and crazy 44% hr/f have been the primary reasons for his struggles, as well as a total inability...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From Starting Pitchers
José Soriano's dominating start to the season deserves a tip of the cap, and it has been backed by some significant underlying growth.
Apr 25 2026 3:09am
Apr 25 2026 3:09am
Andrew Abbott's poor start to the season can be traced to an absence of strong skills.
Apr 18 2026 3:09am
Apr 18 2026 3:09am
Jesús Luzardo's ugly early stats are hiding a collection of pristine skills.
Apr 11 2026 3:09am
Apr 11 2026 3:09am
Cam Schlittler's dominating start to the 2026 season has come with full backing from his underlying skills.
Apr 4 2026 3:09am
Apr 4 2026 3:09am
The huge spring of young Didier Fuentes has him on the cusp of the ATL rotation.
Mar 28 2026 3:09am
Mar 28 2026 3:09am
