Samardzija had an impressive 3.52 ERA and 1.11 WHIP last year, but that's where the good news ended. Wood will be in the Dodgers' rotation to start the year, and there's some reason for optimism. Monitor the reports but be prepared to knock him down a few pegs in your draft absent positive reports on his health. Unfortunately, his ERA rose from 3.87 in the first half to 5.51 in the second half, with his WHIP coming along for the ride. He has an elite strikeout rate and is outstanding at limiting home runs, which is everything you want in a closer. Hill is as predictable as they come nowadays. But there should be at least some trepidation among fantasy owners in light of his ups and downs last year. For this year, however, there is zero reason for concern. The White Sox have big plans for the season so, if they're in contention, don't be surprised if they make a move for a more established reliever. The Pirates ranked 20th in 2019 in runs scored, while the Diamondbacks ranked 11th, and PNC Park was one of the worst parks for righty batters last season. There's always a question of how a player coming off a PED suspension will perform the following year but, for the most part, they are often able to maintain much of their performance. Even on an improved Cincinnati team, there's little reason to expect him to do much better than those numbers. With plenty of motivation as he looks for a multi-year deal, expect a big season from Ozuna.

But, he's certainly worth drafting for the potential at the end of your drafts. Don't shy away from him on draft day even though he clogs your utility spot. Gabe Kapler. Kimbrel waited to sign until months into the season, and the results weren't pretty. If ever there were a tale of two halves, it was Flaherty's 2019 season. There's plenty of upside, so if you have a solid base for your pitching staff, don't hesitate to pull the trigger a little early. He likely won't see all of the save chances this year for the Twins, but he should lead the way in opportunities. Wheeler's numbers declined from his breakout 2018 season but, overall, there were plenty of gains. The power comes and goes, but he's stolen double-digit bases in every season of his career, and hasn't scored fewer than 80 runs in a full season since 2010. He batted just .218 in the first half with a mere seven home runs, and his fantasy value was saved only by his 18 first-half steals. Luzardo has tested positive for COVID-19, though there have been few details as to his reported symptoms (or lack thereof). Although he dabbles with a cutter, it's much more of a show-me pitch, and batters hit .291 last year against it anyway with an xBA of 3.10. Judge has a stress fracture in his rib, which showed "slight improvement" based on a CT scan in mid-April. His solid control allows him to keep the line moving, and the Brewers' strong lineup adds to his win potential. There's no reason to draft Givens, and if you're looking for a Baltimore closer, better to take your chance on Hunter Harvey. Lane Thomas Latest Cardinal To Test Positive For COVID-19Denny Hamlin Comes Up Just Short In Race Two At MichiganLuis Perdomo Tabbed For Start Tuesday, Role UnknownMike Minor To Be Limited Around 75 Pitches For TuesdayManny Machado Bops Two Homers In Needed Slump-BusterAndreas Johnsson Activated from IR, Will Play in Game 5Fernando Tatis Jr. Homers Again To Wrap Monster WeekMadison Bumgarner Battling Back Spasms After Start SundayDinelson Lamet Nearly Unhittable In Dominant OutingStarling Marte Wrecking Fastballs To Kickstart Hot Open To YearSerge Ibaka Comes Up With Double-Double Off The BenchWillson Contreras Reclaiming Elite Catcher Status In 2020Ramon Laureano Charges Bench Sunday, Suspension LikelyAdmiral Schofield A Non-Factor Off Bench Versus ThunderZach Plesac Sent Home Following Violation Of Team RulesStephen Strasburg Has No Long-Term Concern For Hand IssuePirates-Cardinals Series Cancelled Due To COVID-19 ConcernsHunter Dozier Activated From IL, Hitting Cleanup SundaySean Manaea Eyes First Quality Start Of 2020 On MondayDarius Bazley Hits Five Three-Pointers Versus ThunderCharlie Morton Not Concerned About Early Exit SundayTim Anderson To Travel For Next Series, Activation LikelyJamal Murray Struggles To Find The Net Against JazzJordan Clarkson Serves As Scoring Punch Off The BenchPedro Severino Sits Sunday With Left Wrist SorenessCraig Kimbrel Works Scoreless Inning In Simulated GameJoe Ingles Provides Aid In Scoring And Playmaking DepartmentsZach Werenski and Ryan Murray Both in Lineup for Game 5George Springer Absent Sunday, Day To Day For ReturnJarlin Garcia Activated From Injured List, Available SundayRays Put Oliver Drake On IL, Activate Manuel MargotAustin Dillon Crashes Late, Finishes 31st In Race One At MichiganJ.T. And although he was due for a rebound anyway (his .259 BABIP was preposterously low), moving to the Braves on a one-year deal should be just what the doctor ordered. Although his talent is undeniable, this is yet another in a long list of injuries for Paxton, who has eight injured list stints since the beginning of the 2014 season. For now, avoid drafting DeShields, who doesn't appear to have a place to play in any event. There's very little to say about Arenado at this point. McCullers missed all of 2019 after undergoing Tommy John surgery but he should be ready to go this year. Draft him as a back-end closer, and understand that Will Smith will be looking over his shoulder all year. His ERA and WHIP remain outstanding, but his strikeout rate continues to decline, such that it now actively does not help fantasy owners. A leadoff hitter who bat .308 last year with 12 home runs and 16 steals in just 130 games? For one glorious month in July, however, Lopez showed his potential, pitchng to a 3.41 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP with a 4.25 K/BB ratio.