Starting Pitcher Rankings & Projections

Top Friday pitchers ranked by ESPN's projected fantasy points (FPTS):

T: Throwing hand, RST%: Roster percentage in ESPN leagues

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Nick Martinez (RHP - CIN)

• Facing Milwaukee's strikeout-prone lineup
• Allowed just 1 walk with 5 Ks in opener
• Career 3.8% HR rate minimizes park factor concerns

Gavin Williams (RHP - CLE)

• Dominant spring: 26K/4BB in 17.1 IP
• Faces slumping Angels offense
• 94mph fastball with elite 35% whiff rate

High-Risk Pitchers to Avoid

• Mitch Keller (PIT): Yankee lineup leads MLB in road OPS
• Seth Lugo (KC): Baltimore ranks top-3 in HR vs RHP
• Both pitching in pitcher-friendly parks but facing elite offenses

Hitter Streaming Targets

Boston Red Sox vs RHP Erick Fedde (STL)

• Fenway Park opener with ideal hitting conditions (mid-60s)
• Watch for lineup updates on:
  • Wilyer Abreu (.870 OPS last 15 days)
  • Triston Casas (4 HR in last 10 games)

Advanced Betting Insights

Projections courtesy of THE BAT X analytics system

Top Value Bets:

• Braves RL (+125) vs Marlins
• Dodgers/Overs (Projected 9.2 runs)
• Shota Imanaga Under 5.5 Ks (-115)

Key Factors Considered:

• Ballpark factors
• Umpire tendencies
• Catcher framing metrics
• Bullpen leverage

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