Outlook Martin Perez
Martín Pérez’s solid run continues as he prepares for a crucial two-start week with the Braves.
Martín Pérez has been a stabilizing force for the first-place Braves, who lead the division with a 46-25 record. Over his last 30 days, the veteran lefty has posted a reliable 3.76 ERA and 1.18 WHIP. With Spencer Strider sidelined, Pérez has solidified his active role as the number three starter in the rotation.
While Pérez's current 2.97 ERA and 1.07 WHIP are highly impressive, some regression is likely on the horizon. Our models project a rest-of-season 4.35 ERA and 1.36 WHIP, aligning closer to his career baselines. He remains a useful depth option, but expect some ratio inflation over the summer.
Pérez is lined up for a two-start week at home, starting June 18 against San Francisco's Landen Roupp and his 4.38 ERA. His second turn on June 19 is tougher against Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski and his 1.34 ERA. Despite the mixed matchups, the two-start volume makes him worth rolling out. Verdict: Two-Start Stream.
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Outlook Anthony Bender
Bender Dominates in Setup Role, Elevating Value in Holds Leagues
Anthony Bender has been stellar of late, posting a sharp 2.00 ERA and 11 strikeouts over his last 4.5 innings. His surge supports the fourth-place Marlins (36-36), who are riding a hot streak with eight wins in their last ten games. With Andrew Nardi and Josh Ekness sidelined, Bender has locked down his role as Miami's primary late-inning setup man.
While our season projection predicted a conservative 3.98 ERA, Bender's current run mirrors his superb 2.39 ERA from last year. His elite strikeout rate over the last 30 days, featuring 18 punchouts in 10.8 innings, indicates his swing-and-miss stuff is fully back. Expect him to continue limiting damage as a highly sustainable late-inning asset.
Miami plays six games this week, opening with three tough road matchups against the division-rival Phillies before hosting the Giants. Our models project Bender for a pristine 2.32 ERA and 0.94 WHIP over 2.1 expected innings. He remains a high-value contributor in holds and high-leverage formats, making him a priority weekly hold.
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