Fantasy baseball managers know that the difference between a championship and a middling season often hinges on the quality of the streaming options they exploit each week. As Week 10 approaches, the waiver wire is littered with arms who have turned in eye‑catching recent starts, and the latest edition of the FantasyPros guide breaks down who is worth the pickup.
The previous slate of starts delivered a clear contrast. Merrill Kelly turned in a solid outing, logging seven innings, four strikeouts, two earned runs, four hits and two walks, while Joey Cantillo’s turn was a disaster, surrendering four earned runs in just two innings along with four walks. Even Lucas Giolito, normally a reliable veteran, struggled, giving up four earned runs over 2.2 innings with five hits and four walks.
Looking ahead, the schedule offers a mix of favorable matchups and tougher road tests. The article highlights a handful of pitchers who could provide the upside needed to push a fantasy roster over the hump, each accompanied by alternative options in case the primary target is unavailable.
Michael McGreevy presents a tempting case against the Rangers, who rank ninth in team OPS at .690. His current ERA sits at 2.98, but the underlying xERA of 5.63 suggests that his recent success may be more luck than skill, a nuance that astute managers should keep in mind.
Trevor McDonald has already shown he can handle the pressure, posting three quality starts this season for the Giants. His slider has generated a 35.8% whiff rate, and his change‑up has been equally effective at 45.8% in a small sample, making him a dual‑weapon option for the upcoming series.
Troy Melton’s last start was a masterclass in efficiency, as he held the White Sox to a single run over seven innings. The right‑hander’s fastball sits in the mid‑upper 90s and is complemented by a cutter, slider, splitter and sinker, giving him a deep arsenal that could keep hitters guessing.
Jared Jones has returned from an internal brace UCL procedure and immediately displayed a high strikeout ceiling in his debut, a development that could make him a valuable piece in deeper leagues.
Roki Sasaki’s control has taken a noticeable step forward, walking only five batters across 23 innings in May. Coupled with a high‑90s fastball and a sharp slider, his strikeout upside remains compelling.
Zebby Matthews has been remarkably consistent, delivering three quality starts in each of his three opportunities this season. His 2.37 ERA is backed by an xERA of 2.54 and a dominant 2.7% walk rate, underscoring a sustainable level of performance.
Shane Baz has been equally impressive in his last three starts, posting quality starts each time and fanning 19 batters over 20 innings. His recent form adds another layer of depth to the streaming pool.
Key Streaming Options for Week 10
While the aforementioned names headline the recommendations, the guide also points out alternative options such as Coleman Crow, Grant Holmes and Ben Brown, ensuring that managers have a fallback should any of the primary targets be snapped up. Ultimately, the key to a successful week lies in matching pitcher profiles to opponent weaknesses and leveraging the statistical signals that separate genuine upside from short‑term variance.