STARTERS: Stretch Run Targets

There are different ways to get the most out of your starting rotations over the final few weeks:

  • You can play match-ups, looking to start your guys only against weak offenses.
  • You can maximize the number of starts out of your rotation with the hope of gaining immediate ground.
  • You can restrict your starts to only your best starting pitchers to limit risk.
  • Or you can look to pick up undervalued guys with upside who have shown intriguing skill flashes.

All of these methods can be effective depending on your situation.

Here, let's use a skill-based approach to find SP who could finish strong or exceed expectations down the stretch, with the caveat that many are high-risk types that should be saved for deep...

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