I think it's time to legit dive into Michael Fulmer after killing it against the Angels with a 7.0 IP, 1 ER, 3 Hits, 2 BBs, 7 Ks line. For those that didn't watch it, it was great seeing him past the 100 pitch mark in the 7th and still pump 97mph while getting the final outs to close the inning. I rarely talk about the ethereal intangibles with pitchers, but there's something to be said about Fulmer's ability to bear down in tough situations and make the pitches when he needs to while eating through innings - all his starts have been QS this year. Yes, Alex Think Fast has arrived. Anyway, let's tackle all of the complaints I've heard about Fulmer. His strikeouts aren't there! Pffft that's 16 in the last two games and averaging six per start, which includes a meh 3 and 4 K outing, and he holds a solid 10.5% whiff rate. He's getting super lucky! Yeah, a .238 BABIP isn't going to stick around, but a 3.43 FIP isn't enough to deter me. He's just a good #3, nothing more! Well, if he were 30/31 and we'd seen seasons of this, sure I'd believe you. But he's 24-years-old and developing his repertoire in front of us. I said in the preseason that I expected his K rate to rise from 7.47 K/9 and he's already taken steps forward. His stuff is good enough to lay a foundation for better days ahead and the best could still be yet to come. This guy is legit y'all, start treating him like it.
Let’s see how every other SP did yesterday:
I take it by the end of his blurb you’re cool rolling JC Ramirez out for the next few weeks?
Yep! Love that schedule for him at the back-end of a 12-teamer.
How close is Cole to getting an “aces gonna ace”?
I thought I was pretty impressive start yesterday considering he was in AZ
Still a little ways. I’m not as sold as I am with Greinke and Keuchel.
And Fulmer? 100% QS over 7. Im more confident with Fulmer now than JV on QS, ERA and W’s. Can’t wait until we see a Kings FULL-er Aces next to this name. You’re my boy Blue!
He’s getting there as well. I have a little more faith in Fulmer reaching the sacred AGA before Cole does.
I’m really happy that I traded for Fulmer earlier this season thanks to your advice.
Since Paxton and syndergard are on the DL I need a spot start. Who would you pickup and start?
M Gonzalez vs padres
T walker vs pirates
C Tillman vs royals
I’m leaning towards Gonzalez but walker might be a better long term option in place of Thor.
Sweet! Welcome to the Fulmer hype train.
I’d be going Taijuan there if you needed the K upside.
All are good options for tonight, go with your gut.
My gut is between Gonzalez and walker. Most of the time in this situation I choose the pitcher most likely to get the win. It’s a points league where k’s are 1pt and wins are 10pts.
Drop JC Ramirez for Manaea?
I’d be doing that.
Thoughts on Zack Godley? A true under the radar kinda guy. Looks like the schedule gods are kind to him in the near term, v Mets and @ SD. Mets do swing the bat better on the road however. Maybe a little jet lag to help Zack?
Here’s what I said in the roundup two days ago:
“Godley was tossing around 90-91mph last year and suddenly he’s hovering 92-93 with his Sinker. Pair that with a 33% whiff rate on 24 Curveballs and we maaaaay have something here. I’m not saying this is legit, but I am saying that Godley deserves more than my standard three word blurb. I’m not buying just yet unless I’m desperate, but keep an eye on him. He gets the Mets next (Padres after!) and I wouldn’t be so shocked if he keeps it up there.”
Better stream in QS start limited roto – Walker vs Pit tomorrow or Gausman @KC Sunday?
I’d be going Gausman. Loved what I saw last time and the Royals are blegh.
Berrios is here and just like you said I ran to the waiver wire and grabbed him. Start Saturday against Cleveland or wait and see? Top 50?
I’m waiting and seeing.
I’d say 50s or so. Worth the flier, but the floor is looooow.
I am nobody, but I won’t be starting him. Last year he absolutely came undone at the MLB level. He needs to prove that he can handle the big stage and CLE is not the best matchup. They may not be the most fearsome lineup on paper, but they are a good group of hitters that will make him work – it really is a bad matchup for him. They kill RHP I believe as well.
BERRIOS! Take 2.
I hope I’m not taking five aspirin after this weekend…
trade (sell high?) Ervin for Manaea? i’ve got Vargas too but other manager is less of a believer in him, but i wanted Manaea in the draft
I think long term, yes, but Santana is worth more right now.
I think we may have to wait another week or so for Manaea to get his footing back.
Love me some Fulmer! As a die-hard Tigers fan, he’s so fun to watch. He’s got so much composure and the fact that he still has plenty left in the tank after 100 pitches to dial it up for those final outs is great.
Also, they were mentioning it on the Tigers broadcast and the Pitchf/x data seems to back it up – his slider has been electric the past couple games. I guess he was having a little trouble with it to start the season.
And in terms of the BABIP – keep in mind that he’s getting lots of ground balls and his middle infield is Iglesias and Kinsler. They’re going to make lots of spectacular plays (as they did last night) to help him out.
the running is tight in my h2h categories in pitching this week–how do you feel about feldman against the anemic giants offense for a one day streamer?
You could do worse, but it is certainly a gamble without a ton of upside.
Wow, lots of comments today. Allow me to add on.
Thoughts on Rendon, Alonso, and AJ Griffin for Price and Addison Russell?
It’s a bit of gamble dealing for Price, but if those pieces weren’t critical for you, I like the deal. Good reward without much risk.
Those were pretty much my thoughts. Thanks!
A. Triggs or E. Rodriquez ROS? Finding it difficult to embrace Triggs.