Rankings of the SP Streamers for today’s, tomorrow’s, and the day after tomorrow’s games for fantasy baseball.
Every day of the 2026 baseball season, I’ll be looking at today’s and tomorrow’s slate of scheduled starting pitchers and ranking their matchups for your fantasy baseball streams.
There’s a lot that goes into this and you can hang out with me on twitch.tv/pitcherlist to talk about the specific ranks as I make them every weekday morning from 10am – 12pm ET. If you have questions about these ranks, please ask during the morning Twitch AMA. Those are my office hours as I generally don’t answer comments on the site.
There are four tiers to these rankings with 12-teamers in mind:
Auto-Start – Just do it. Don’t overthink this, start the man. This includes “if I have them rostered, I’m starting them” pitchers.
Probably Start – I’m likely starting these arms, though I recognize there is more risk than we’d like there to be. Either it’s a tough matchup for a good-not-elite pitcher or a weak lineup for a volatile arm. These pitchers have a 50% or greater chance of performing well in my view and I’m starting them in the majority of situations.
Questionable Start – Think of this tier as “I don’t want to start these pitchers in a vacuum, but you could do worse.” Streamers found in this tier are not pitchers I’m targeting and are only if you are in dire need of one. To play it safe with streaming, just start the Probably Start streamers.
Do Not Start – The reward is not worth the risk. Don’t do it. Seriously, these pitchers have a very slim chance of success or sometimes none at all.
Obviously, there will be circumstances where pitchers should move between teams for your situation specifically and these new tiers should act as a little more help than the straight table from last year.
Please keep in mind that streaming is far from a perfect play. In fact, if they work out over half the time, I’d consider it a success. These matchup rankings & streamer picks are going to be wildly different than the actual results throughout the year, so please, have sympathy before the scathing comments and tweets. I’m only trying to help!
There is a second table (and now third for PL Pro members) for tomorrow’s starting pitcher matchups as well, helping everyone get a jump on their nightly pickups. Please note that these matchups are subject to change, though, and there will be times when I have the incorrect pitcher going. I thank you for your future understanding.
And of course, there are my streaming picks of the day. Please keep in mind that for my streaming record, I am forced to pick a streamer every day even if they are in the bottom tier. Those highlighted in Green are that day’s streaming pick in the second tier and I’d roll with them everywhere. Those in Yellow are in the third tier and should be okay if you’re searching for something on a given day, but I don’t recommend streaming unless you’re in need. Finally, those are Red are those I really don’t want to start (they are labeled as “Do Not Start,” after all) but have no other choice. Don’t stream Do Not Start pitchers unless you are truly desperate. A streaming pick is defined as “rostered in 20% or fewer leagues” according to Fantasy Pros. This really emphasizes the point that I’d be happy if over 50% of these worked. I could do the whole sub 30/40% rostered, but there’s no fun in that, and it applies to a smaller audience.
As I do my rankings, I thought it would be helpful to showcase a table of how we’re ranking offenses, granted by our PLV-powered Projections (in alphabetical order by tier):
Remember, these offensive rankings are based on each offense’s Process+ so far this year and how we project their lineups moving forward. It means you’re going to see a little different offensive rankings than you may see elsewhere, and there will always be some surprises. This is based on skills, not purely results! If you have questions about these offense rankings, reach out to Kyle Bland (@blandalytics).
To spice up these streaming recommendations, I’ve included our new daily fantasy baseball projections powered by PLV, and I’ll be competing against PL Bot to pick the best streaming option each day.
These projections are different from your typical projections as they incorporate our pitch quantifier PLV, assessing pitcher and hitter skills at a much more granular level than your standard box score.
To get access to PL Bot’s picks each day, sign up for PL Pro here.
The streaming record is determined by “Was this a productive game for 12-teamers if I started them?” Roughly a PQS with a Win and a strikeout per inning with a sub 1.20 WHIP, with a minimum of 5 IP. Close calls are decided by Twitch chat.
Note: If no pitcher under 20% rostered would have qualified for a “Streaming Win,” no loss is granted.
(Opener) – Outlines that a pitcher is being opened for that day & the pitcher listed will follow the opener.
Nick’s 2026 Streamer Record: 46-36
My Pick yesterday: Win – Eric Lauer vs. TBR (ND): 6.0 IP, 3 ER, 6 Hits, 3 BB, 4 K
My Pick today: Brandon Young @ SEA
My Pick tomorrow: Javier Assad vs. COL
PL Pro Members have access to my 14-Day Sit/Start SP Grid, which ranks all expected starters into four tiers over the next 14 days. Here is an example from last season.
PL Bot’s 2026 Streamer Record: 43-39
PL Bot’s Pick yesterday: Loss – Mike Paredes @ TEX (ND): 4.2 IP, 2 ER, 4 Hits, 0 BB, 2 K
Tuesday 6/16 Starting Pitcher Streamer Rankings
Auto-Starts
Gerrit Cole vs. CHW – He’s trying to get his AGA tag back and needs better command to do so. Expect him to rebound.
Logan Gilbert vs. BAL – Gilbert is Gilbert. I fear he’s a premium Cherry Bomb and not a reliable stud.
Jesús Luzardo vs. MIA – Luzardo and Gilbert are two peas in pod. How much I’d love to be fly on the wall for that.
Dylan Cease @ BOS – Oh hey! Another premium Cherry Bomb!
Payton Tolle vs. TOR – Wow, is Tolle of the same vein, too?
Drew Rasmussen @ LAD – Rasmussen is vying for his AGA tag, and there’s a case to be made that this could be a coronation day. After all, I’m going with this against the Dodgers.
Probably Starts
Reid Detmers @ ARI – Detmers has given us two straight outings of bliss, even if his slider feel is a bit suspect.
Merrill Kelly vs. LAA – Kelly is a solid Toby against a poor squad.
Foster Griffin vs. KCR – Ditto for Griffin.
Justin Wrobleski vs. TBR – Wrobo Cop had a rough play with a comebacker strike him, then a collision at first covering the bag. He left the game shortly after and we’re all glad he’s back on the bump after sitting 95+ mph once again.
Questionable Starts
Hunter Brown vs. DET – He’s back! It’s a Still ILL and I hope he finds his fastballs out of the gate.
Michael King @ STL – This has been such a terrible stretch for King, and I fail to believe he’ll stay in the hole for long.
Edward Cabrera vs. COL – It’s Rockie Road, but it’s June Wrigley for a volatile arm.
Framber Valdez @ HOU – I have a feeling Valdez will wake up in this one, surrounded by his former home and community.
Brandon Young @ SEA – Young has displayed multiple times that he has the ability to go 5+ without a ton of damage. It’s not the highest ceiling, even in @TEA.
Davis Martin @ NYY – Martin got back on the horse against Atlanta and it’s possible it continues against the Judge-less Yankees.
Kumar Rocker vs. MIN – Rocker’s slider + cutter approach is good, not awesome. If the fastballs were better, I’d be more on board.
Michael Wacha @ WSH – It’s been a string of disappointing outings for Wacha, and despite having a strong changeup against a LHB-heavy lineup, I suggest holding back if you can.
Slade Cecconi @ MIL – Cecconi had two productive outings against the Yankees and here’s to hoping it sticks for the Brewers. His cutter velocity has fluctuated, while the curveball goes in and out, making me skeptical it can last.
Do Not Starts
Zebby Matthews @ TEX – Zebby has a worse arsenal than last year without gains in his command inside the zone.
Robert Gasser vs. CLE – My gut is telling me Gasser is a worthwhile stream against a lineup without JRam. I also don’t have a good picture of his current skills and leash since his last game came in Vegas.
Tyler Phillips @ PHI – Phillips has some intrigue, and if he does well enough here, he’ll be in the Questionable Start tier for his start against the Giants after.
Andre Pallante vs. SDP – Pallante had success against the Mets by locating his four-seamer inside to LHB effectively, while the slider and sinker performed normally to RHB. I wish I could believe he could replicate it more times than not.
Jack Perkins vs. PIT – At least it’s not in Vegas.
Mitch Keller @ ATH – Keller has a terrible floor and it’s Sacré Verde.
Brady Singer vs. NYM – We finally had a good start from Singer and I’m not ready to believe it to be the norm, even against the Mets.
Grant Holmes vs. SFG – The REB has his moments. I don’t expect this to be one of them.
Adrian Houser @ ATL – Maybe the sinker churns enough outs?
Kodai Senga @ CIN – He’s back from the IL and it’s an obvious Still ILL, regardless of the poor matchup.
Ryan Feltner @ CHC – It’s the Colorado pitcher.
Wednesday 6/17 Starting Pitcher Streamer Rankings
Auto-Starts
Shohei Ohtani vs. TBR – Aces gonna ace.
Gavin Williams @ MIL – Williams’ high strike rates are a lovely sight.
George Kirby vs. BAL – Kirby gets a better matchup than those below + I’m putting some weight on his ten strikeout performance, even if it didn’t look incredibly sustainable.
Carlos Rodón vs. CHW – Rodón has yet to showcase feel for all three of his main offerings (four-seamer, changeup, slider), and I’m expecting it to come in time, if not for this outing.
Braxton Ashcraft @ ATH – I still worry about Ashcraft’s fastballs and Sacré Verde is a terrible place to pitch. That said, he’s been consistently helpful to your squads and I don’t see you holding him back.
Nolan McLean @ CIN – This matchup is sure to have many of you terrified. I get it. McLean isn’t pitching at his best and it’s a horrible park. I’m sending him out there, expecting him to feature better sweepers and a supporting cast to ensure his sinker can churn outs.
Probably Starts
Nick Lodolo vs. NYM – Lodolo is looking on top of his game and it’s the Mets. Yes, even in Cincy.
Kyle Bradish @ SEA – Seattle is the #1 park for strikeouts, making Bradish a Probable Start despite shaky performances this year. I’m still optimistic on the long-term outlook.
Shane McClanahan @ LAD – It’s not a fun start at all, especially after some disappointing results as of late. However, McShane’s heater is coming in hot + the changeup is still legit.
Questionable Starts
Javier Assad vs. COL – It’s an easy streaming option for Assad, who has taken advantage of lineups like Rockie Road in the past despite a lack of whiffability.
Sandy Alcantara @ PHI – With three straight 7+ inning outings behind him, it’s hard to resist him now, isn’t it?
Casey Mize @ HOU – Mize is returning from the IL (again) and I’m expecting around 70 pitches with the same slider that has gotten me excited after his last few starts.
Eduardo Rodriguez vs. LAA – Erod is a Toby to consider against poor offenses. Hey look! A poor offense!
Peter Lambert vs. DET – He’s a decent Toby, but the Tigers aren’t the easy lineup to take down.
Robbie Ray @ ATL – Who. Knows. I REALLY hope we get the slider back on track. If we do, this could be a fantastic outing, though we haven’t seen his heater and slider work in tandem for a long time.
Do Not Starts
Brandon Sproat vs. CLE – Sproat somehow survived Vegas and with JoRam in the lineup, this could work. I hope the outing granted him the confidence he needed.
Zack Littell vs. KCR – It’s possible he goes Dancing With The Disco and pulls it off. I doubt it.
Griffin Canning @ STL – Canning isn’t doing enough to convince me this is worthwhile.
Jake Bennett vs. TOR – There’s a chance he turns into a SWATCH in time. It’s a wait-and-see.
Andrew Painter vs. MIA – The matchup is great, but Painter’s ability is highly suspect.
Max Scherzer @ BOS – Scherzer faces a poor Boston lineup that struggles to RHP. However, I haven’t seen Scherzer overwhelm a lineup in a while.
Sam Aldegheri @ ARI – Aldegheri doesn’t pack enough punch in the arsenal to trust in this.
Aaron Civale vs. PIT – He’s back! And I have zero interest.
Kyle Leahy vs. SDP – Leahy isn’t doing the things we want him to do.
JR Ritchie vs. SFG – Ritchie is not a starter you should have confidence in.
Anthony Kay @ NYY – It’s the Yankees, even if Kay has looked better as of late.
Luinder Avila @ WSH – Avila didn’t deserve the atrocity of last Friday, but that doesn’t make him deserve your trust.
Sean Sullivan @ CHC – Is the Colorado starter.
Thursday 6/18 Starting Pitcher Streamer Rankings
PL Pro members get an extra day of full SP Streaming rankings for the day after tomorrow.
PL Pro Members have access to my 14-Day Sit/Start SP Grid, which ranks all expected starters into four tiers over the next 14 days. Here is an example from last season.
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