7 years agoChicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez faces a difficult test Wednesday against a Pittsburgh Pirates lineup that might give him fits. So far this season, Lopez has outpitched his peripheral stats, posting a 2.43 ERA over six starts. However, Lopez is relying on an artificially low BABIP (.224) and deflated HR/FB rate (7.5 percent), showing why his future results could be more in line with his xFIP (5.75). He's due for some correction, and Wednesday's start against the Pirates is getting a yellow-flag warning with RotoBaller's premium matchup rating tool, making Lopez a riskier start. In addition, the Pirates feature some hitters who have hit righties well this season, including Francisco Cervelli, David Freese, Colin Moran, Starling Marte and Corey Dickerson. Tread carefully.--Phil Goyette
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