​We’re at the season’s halfway point, with most teams having played around 81 games. Among the leaders in adjusted score for team pitchers, the top squads typically post strong end-to-end numbers. The Phillies remain an odd case, allowing a high BABIP as reflected in individual pitcher stats. The Astros still overperform relative to their underlying metrics, though Hunter Brown has returned. Tatsuya Imai and Spencer Arrighetti have shown improvement, but the rotation remains a weak point. Here’s a team-by-team look, ranked by the week’s highest adjusted score for Week 15.
Corbin Young notes that despite occasional quality stretches from the Cardinals, Athletics, and Nationals, season-long numbers largely stay consistent, making those teams viable targets for opposing hitters. The coming week promises plenty of action, with nine teams scheduled for seven games and several games taking place in hitter-friendly parks.
Teams With Seven Games in Week 15:
– Reds (4 at MIL, 3 vs. BAL): The Reds are slated to face five right-handed starters, with two left-handers early in the week against Shane Drohan and Kyle Harrison.
– Guardians (3 vs. TEX, 4 vs. CWS): The Guardians project to see five right-handed starters, with MacKenzie Gore and Anthony Kay as the two lefties on the schedule.
– Rockies (4 vs. MIA, 3 vs. SF): All Week 15 games are at home, and they’ll face seven games against the Marlins and Giants, clubs with shaky rotations. Mickey Moniak returns from the injured list and should serve as a solid strong-side platoon option. Other notable strong-side platoon candidates include Troy Johnston and Edouard Julien.
– White Sox (3 at BAL, 4 at CLE): Five right-handed starters are on the slate. Kyle Teel’s return should help, particularly in righty-heavy matchups. Andrew Benintendi and Tristan Peters could be viable deep-league plays.
– Dodgers (3 at ATL, 4 vs. SDP): Expect five right-handed starters, with two lefties coming from the Athletics—Gage Jump and Jeffrey Springs.
– Marlins (4 at COL, 3 at ATL): Like the Rockies, they’ll be in hitter-friendly parks. Gage Jump stands out as their best pitcher to face in Week 15, with five right-handed starters on the schedule. Owen Caissie could be their strongest strong-side platoon option and might hit a few home runs.
– Brewers (4 vs. CIN, 3 at ARI): Four right-handed starters on the docket. Jake Bauers, Sal Frelick, and David Hamilton stand out as reliable strong-side platoon options, facing two lefties early in the week (Nick Lodolo and Andrew Abbott).
– Pirates (4 at PHI, 3 at WSH): Five right-handed starters are projected for Week 15.
Note on SEO and depth: This summary focuses on the strategic implications for fantasy and matchup planning, highlighting platoon advantages and key players to watch.