- Sat Feb 08, 2025 4:30 pm
#5697
As we dive into the 2025 fantasy baseball season, one name is dominating the conversation: Paul Skenes. This young pitcher has skyrocketed to the top of draft boards, even surpassing established stars like Mookie Betts and Juan Soto in ADP. But is he truly worthy of that first-round pick, or are we setting ourselves up for disappointment?
Let’s break it down. Skenes has shown flashes of brilliance, boasting an impressive K/9 rate and a pedigree that suggests he could be a future ace. However, he hasn't yet proven he can handle a full workload, with his innings pitched still shy of the 175 mark that many top pitchers consistently hit. This raises a critical question: can we trust a pitcher who hasn't yet crossed that threshold?
Consider the recent history of pitchers like Spencer Strider and Tarik Skubal, who also had limited innings before breaking out. They faced their own challenges, including injuries that could have derailed their careers. Are we seeing a trend where teams are more cautious with young arms, leading to a higher risk of injury?
As we prepare for our drafts, I want to hear your thoughts. Are you willing to take the plunge on Skenes as your SP1, or do you think there are safer options available? What factors do you consider when evaluating a young pitcher’s potential? And for those who have taken risks on young talent in the past, what has been your experience?
Let’s get the conversation rolling!
Let’s break it down. Skenes has shown flashes of brilliance, boasting an impressive K/9 rate and a pedigree that suggests he could be a future ace. However, he hasn't yet proven he can handle a full workload, with his innings pitched still shy of the 175 mark that many top pitchers consistently hit. This raises a critical question: can we trust a pitcher who hasn't yet crossed that threshold?
Consider the recent history of pitchers like Spencer Strider and Tarik Skubal, who also had limited innings before breaking out. They faced their own challenges, including injuries that could have derailed their careers. Are we seeing a trend where teams are more cautious with young arms, leading to a higher risk of injury?
As we prepare for our drafts, I want to hear your thoughts. Are you willing to take the plunge on Skenes as your SP1, or do you think there are safer options available? What factors do you consider when evaluating a young pitcher’s potential? And for those who have taken risks on young talent in the past, what has been your experience?
Let’s get the conversation rolling!