Statcast data has revolutionized how we evaluate MLB players, including pitchers like Paul Skenes, who outperformed Tarik Skubal in expected stats last season. Blake Snell and Mason Miller also excelled in xERA, making them solid fantasy picks, while Logan Webb’s expected stats took a hit in 2024. Reynaldo López and Ronel Blanco overperformed in ERA compared to xERA, cautioning against overvaluing them in drafts. Additionally, Justin Verlander’s low xERA suggests he could bounce back in 2025, making him a potential steal at his ADP.
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Top transfers and star recruits fuel BYU Final Four hopes
BYU has rapidly transformed into a formidable force in college basketball, aiming for a Final Four after their Sweet 16 run. Key additions include former Baylor guard Robert Wright and five-star forward AJ Dybantsa, projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, complemented by returning contributors like Richie Saunders and Dawson Baker. With impressive depth from players like Nate Pickens and a ranking of No. 3 in CBS Sports' preseason Top 25,...
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