Are Top Starters Overrated? The Case for Waiting in Your Draft
Posted: Wed Feb 05, 2025 2:25 am
As we gear up for the 2025 fantasy baseball season, the conversation around pitching strategies is heating up. One of the most contentious topics is whether to invest early in top-tier starters or to wait and stream pitchers throughout the season.
Let’s dive into this debate. Are you a believer in securing a top starter early, or do you think it’s wiser to load up on hitters and find value in later rounds? The argument for waiting is compelling: with so many pitchers available on waivers, it’s possible to piece together a competitive rotation without spending high draft capital.
Consider this: last season, many fantasy managers who avoided the top-tier starters ended up with a solid rotation by targeting under-the-radar pitchers like Seth Lugo and Michael King. Could this trend continue in 2025? Are we witnessing a shift in how fantasy players approach pitching, moving away from the traditional mindset of needing an ace?
Let’s also talk about the potential of emerging stars like Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal. Are they worth the hype, or are they just the latest shiny objects that will disappoint? If you had to make a bold prediction, which lesser-known pitchers do you think could break into the top 20 this season?
Join the discussion! Share your thoughts on your preferred pitching strategy, your favorite late-round targets, and any bold predictions you have for the upcoming season. Let’s see if we can uncover the best approach to dominate our fantasy leagues!
Let’s dive into this debate. Are you a believer in securing a top starter early, or do you think it’s wiser to load up on hitters and find value in later rounds? The argument for waiting is compelling: with so many pitchers available on waivers, it’s possible to piece together a competitive rotation without spending high draft capital.
Consider this: last season, many fantasy managers who avoided the top-tier starters ended up with a solid rotation by targeting under-the-radar pitchers like Seth Lugo and Michael King. Could this trend continue in 2025? Are we witnessing a shift in how fantasy players approach pitching, moving away from the traditional mindset of needing an ace?
Let’s also talk about the potential of emerging stars like Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal. Are they worth the hype, or are they just the latest shiny objects that will disappoint? If you had to make a bold prediction, which lesser-known pitchers do you think could break into the top 20 this season?
Join the discussion! Share your thoughts on your preferred pitching strategy, your favorite late-round targets, and any bold predictions you have for the upcoming season. Let’s see if we can uncover the best approach to dominate our fantasy leagues!