
Fantasy Baseball Pitching Strategy: This Week’s Two‑Start Options
A weekly guide that sorts the most promising two‑start pitchers into tiers, highlights must‑start talent, and points out high‑upside but risky options for fantasy managers.
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A weekly guide that sorts the most promising two‑start pitchers into tiers, highlights must‑start talent, and points out high‑upside but risky options for fantasy managers.

The Nationals open a pivotal three‑game series against the Pirates, with starter Foster Griffin facing Mitch Keller. Key hitters Luis Garcia Jr. and rookie Konnor Griffin headline the lineup, while Pittsburgh adds depth with Esmerlyn Valdez and Endy Rodriguez.

Despite early Cy Young and Rookie of the Year honors, Paul Skenes has gone winless in his last nine starts, prompting discussion on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast and raising questions about the Mets' ownership and recent on-field brawls.
With the holiday weekend approaching, several rising stars under 28 are making strong cases for roster spots across fantasy leagues.

Brandon Lowe's pursuit of 40 home runs places him in rare company as he eyes a 100‑RBI season with the Pirates.

Nick Mariano’s weekly closer report for Week 15 of 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment, as fantasy managers shift their focus to the stretch run of the season. The updated rankings highlight a mix of proven closers and emerging arms who have begun to carve out high‑leverage roles.

A look at the most promising waiver wire additions for Week 16, highlighting pitching standouts and power-hitting prospects.

Keegan Kolesar, a new Detroit Red Wings forward, blends a football background with a rugged NHL style, using physical play and leadership to make an impact.

A look at how a quarterback’s son and a CFL linebacker’s stepson forged a reputation as one of the league’s hardest hitters, now shaping the Red Wings’ physical identity.

On the eve of the United States’ 250th anniversary, veteran baseball writer Pete Peterson tells the story of Lou Brissie, a wounded veteran who defied medical expectations to become an All‑Star pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

From dominant starters to breakout hitters, here are the players making waves on the waiver wire and the FAAB values to target.

Pittsburgh Pirates starter Paul Skenes has seen his ERA climb from a sparkling 1.62 in April to 3.58 in June, sparking debate over whether the dip is a temporary slump or a deeper concern.

Junior Caminero has hit 45 home runs in his first full season, posted a six‑game homer streak, and shown marked improvements in batting average, walk rate and swing efficiency, drawing comparisons to established young sluggers.

Junior Caminero has launched homers in six straight games, showcasing a blend of refined approach and raw power that is reshaping his fantasy value.

A personal look at the challenges of attending baseball games in extreme heat, from sun‑soaked bleachers to impromptu ice hacks, and the community’s shared memories of hot summer games.

This week’s waiver wire analysis spotlights breakout hitters, a historic home‑run streak, and promising pitchers who could provide a competitive edge.

Paul Skenes entered 2026 with high hopes after a Cy Young triumph, but a 3.62 ERA, nine straight losses and a costly error against the Phillies have left him searching for a turnaround.

Joe Kelly, a World Series champion with extensive MLB experience, has been hired as an assistant coach for the Corona High School baseball team, bringing his expertise to a program with a strong recent record.

Joe Kelly, a veteran MLB right‑hander, has been hired as an assistant coach at Corona High School, bringing his extensive pitching experience to the high school level.

The Pirates have summoned right‑hander Cam Sanders from Triple‑A Indianapolis for the series opener against Philadelphia, reshaping a bullpen that has struggled early this season.

The upcoming All-Star Futures Game will showcase emerging talent from both leagues, managed by Phillies legends, and highlight the pathways that have sent nearly nine in ten participants to the majors.

Every July 1 the Mets honor a decades‑old payment to former star Bobby Bonilla, a financial arrangement that grew out of a Ponzi scheme and now serves as a strange holiday for baseball fans.
The New York Mets secured a 3-0 victory over Toronto, with Nolan McLean’s seven strikeouts leading a flurry of moves and storylines across the majors.

With the trade deadline looming, Pittsburgh is exploring ways to shore up its struggling bullpen, but the financial hurdle of Aroldis Chapman's contract makes a move improbable.