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Shota Imanaga

CHC Starting Pitcher #18

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Shota Imanaga recorded five strikeouts and allowed two runs over five innings on Monday against the Yankees.

Imanaga generated a staggering 17 swinging strikes, with nearly half of them (eight) coming on his sweeper alone. The 32-year-old’s fastball velocity was up nearly two miles per-hour in this outing as he continues to flash increased velocity this spring, leading to a 4.50 ERA and 18/3 K/BB ratio across 18 innings of work. He’s looked extremely impressive this spring, causing his fantasy stock to increase as a result, vaulting him into the top 40-50 range among starting pitchers entering the year. He’s in line to take the ball on Saturday against the Nationals to kick off the regular season.
Blake Snell

LAD Starting Pitcher #7

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters he hopes Blake Snell (shoulder) and Tommy Edman (ankle) return before the end of May.

It sounds like the Dodgers are planning to bring Snell along extremely slowly over the next two months as he gradually builds up his pitch count and stamina until he’s ready to make his season debut at some point in May. He’s been working his way back from a shoulder injury that put him behind the rest of the rotation earlier in camp. The same goes for Edman, who is still working his way back from offseason ankle surgery, and didn’t end up appearing in any spring training contests.
Payton Tolle

BOS Starting Pitcher #70

Red Sox optioned LHP Payton Tolle and RHPs Zack Kelly and Tyler Uberstine to Triple-A Worcester; reassigned RHP Tommy Kahnle to minor league camp.

The decision leaves Connelly Early and Johan Oviedo as the fifth and sixth options in Boston’s rotation mix. Tolle did almost everything possible to prove he belongs in the big leagues with a strong Grapefruit League showing that included a 2.53 ERA and 13/1 K/BB ratio across 10 2/3 innings. The 23-year-old top pitching prospect would’ve likely been ticketed for a long relief role at the start of the regular season so he’ll instead remain stretched out as a traditional starter on the doorstep of the majors until a more permanent opportunity arises. He’ll be worth rostering in all fantasy formats based on his strikeout upside once he gets a real chance.
Johan Oviedo

BOS Starting Pitcher #29

Johan Oviedo allowed six runs on six hits in 3 1/3 innings against the Twins on Monday.

It gets worse. Oviedo’s velocity was down over two mph on every one of his pitches, and his four-seam fastball averaged just 92.9 mph, which is significantly down from the near 96 mph mark he’s shown all spring. He also allowed eight hard-hit baseballs in this one and a 96.1 mph average exit velocity. As of now, there is no indication that the 28-year-old is dealing with any injury, and he mentioned after the game that his execution was “off” as he continues to work on new pitches, including his cutter. Considering Oviedo has minor league options left, this was not a great time for a poor outing and could open the door for Connelly Early to steal the final rotation spot.
Bailey Ober

MIN Starting Pitcher #17

Bailey Ober allowed four runs on 10 hits in 4 1/3 innings against the Red Sox on Monday.

Ober sat 89.6 mph on his fastball, which is down from last season but up from the 88.8 mph mark he had in his last outing. Still, it didn’t much matter. He allowed ten hard-hit baseballs on the day while walking three and striking out three. It’s impossible to recommend him in fantasy leagues right now.
Steven Matz

TB Relief Pitcher #32

Steven Matz threw five shutout innings against the Phillies on Monday, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out four.

Matz threw 66 percent of his pitches for strikes and had a 25.7 percent whiff rate on the day. The Rays seem to have been tweaking his slider, which Matz is now throwing over three mph slower with far more drop than last season. It seems to be a pitch that could add some whiffs against left-handed hitters while his changeup will be a featured pitch against righties. The 34-year-old has not allowed a run on 11 spring innings this season while giving up just six hits and striking out eight. He’s probably worth a late-round dart throw in deeper formats.
Zack Wheeler

PHI Starting Pitcher #45

Zack Wheeler (shoulder) will make a minor league rehab start on Saturday for Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Wheeler will open the season on the injured list to continue building up his pitch count and stamina in advance of his season debut, which is likely to come before the end of April.
The 35-year-old veteran fantasy ace will likely require a handful of rehab outings before he’s ready to rejoin Philadelphia’s rotation. He’s a top 25-30 range fantasy starter in remaining drafts this spring. His absence gives top prospect Andrew Painter some additional runway to prove he belongs at the highest level following a strong performance in spring training.
JJ Wetherholt

STL Shortstop #87

Cardinals president Chaim Bloom told reporters top prospect JJ Wetherholt has made the Opening Day roster.

It’s official. Wetherholt will make his highly-anticipated big-league debut against the Rays on Thursday at Busch Stadium. The 23-year-old top prospect will open the regular season as the Cardinals starting second baseman and figures to bat near the top of the lineup. He projects as an immediate five-category impact fantasy contributor after batting .306/.421/.510 with 17 homers and 23 steals in 109 games in the upper minors last season.
Kumar Rocker

TEX Starting Pitcher #80

Rangers president Chris Young told reporters Kumar Rocker has won the fifth spot in the Opening Day rotation.

Rocker gets the nod to open the season in Texas’ rotation with Jacob Latz heading to the bullpen. It qualifies as a bit of a surprise considering how inconsistent the former top prospect was in his opportunities with the Rangers last year. The 26-year-old has turned in an impressive spring with a 4.26 ERA and 14/3 K/BB ratio across 12 2/3 innings of work. He’s talented enough to make a fantasy impact, especially in deeper mixed leagues, but there’s enough evidence to suggest a wait-and-see approach in shallower formats.
Jeremy Peña

HOU Shortstop #3

Jeremy Peña (finger) progressed to taking on-field batting practice at Daikin Park on Monday.

Peña hasn’t been officially ruled out for Houston’s season-opener later this week. The 28-year-old shortstop traveled with the club to Daikin Park for Monday night’s exhibition against Triple-A Sugar Land where he’ll take on-field batting practice. He’s made steady progress in his recovery from a fractured right finger and could be ready for Opening Day. The Astros are unlikely to make a final decision on his status until later this week.