DAILY MATCHUPS: Strider astride the aces
Jul 7 2022
Today's Overview/Schedule/Weather: This Thursday offers an unusually deep schedule with 13 games on the docket. Rain doesn’t appear to be a considerable risk, although a few venues could see a pop-up thunderstorm.
Notable Starts:
In the last year, Spencer Strider made the transition from fast-rising starting pitcher prospect to high-leverage reliever back to major league starting pitcher. He’s even maintained his upper-90s velocity in his starts. The Pitcher Matchup Tool rates him a rare 3.0, indicating he’s likely to be fantastically helpful with strikeouts, ERA, and WHIP. There is one downside to watch. In his good starts, he only faces about 20 batters. If he’s ever “off,” he might see even fewer hitters. The Cardinals are one of...
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