The Ultimate Pitching Guide: Insights and Comparisons

TLDRIn this episode of the Fantasy Baseball Podcast, Joey P and the gang discuss the top SP1 pitchers such as Spencer Strider, Gerrit Cole, and Corbin Burns. They also compare pitchers Zack Gallen and Tarik Skubal and analyze their potential for the upcoming season.

Key insights

💥Corbin Burns' move to Baltimore could have a positive impact on his performance as he makes adjustments to his pitch mix.

🔥Zack Gallen is a smart pitcher who is comfortable throwing change-ups and has a solid team context with the Diamondbacks.

⚡️Tariq Skubal has showcased his potential with impressive strikeout numbers, but concerns remain about his limited pitch repertoire.

📈Pitchers like Spencer Strider and Luis Castillo have the potential for a breakout season with their strong performances in previous years.

🔄Scobes has a higher strikeout upside than Gallen, but Gallen provides more innings and a better team context.

Q&A

Which pitcher has the highest strikeout potential?

Tariq Skubal has shown impressive strikeout numbers and has the highest strikeout potential among the discussed pitchers.

Who has a better team context, Zack Gallen or Tariq Skubal?

Zack Gallen has a better team context with the Diamondbacks, which provides more support and potentially better results.

Is Gerrit Cole still considered an SP1 pitcher?

Yes, Gerrit Cole is still considered an SP1 pitcher due to his consistent performance and strong track record.

What adjustments can Corbin Burns make to improve his pitch mix?

Corbin Burns can make small adjustments to his curveball, cutter, and slider usage to optimize his pitch mix and improve his performance.

Which pitcher has the potential for a breakout season?

Pitchers like Spencer Strider and Luis Castillo have shown strong performances in previous seasons and have the potential for a breakout season.

Timestamped Summary

01:08Discussion of Corbin Burns' move to Baltimore and potential adjustments to his pitch mix.

09:48Comparison of Zack Gallen and Tariq Skubal, including their innings and team context.

13:40Overview of pitchers Spencer Strider and Luis Castillo and their potential for a breakout season.

21:55Comparison of strikeout potential between Tariq Skubal and Zack Gallen.