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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