Mike Leake (SP, CIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Mike Leake didn't get off to the start that some analysts thought he might this season, and as a result he's currently owned in only 48% of Yahoo Leagues. But his recent performance suggests you might want to snag him for your late season push. In his last ten outings, Leake has lasted 7 innings or more on six different occasions and collected 60 strikeouts in that timeframe. He owns a solid 3.42 ERA and a very nice strikeout to walk ratio of 3.41. If you're looking to add a solid starter to the middle of your rotation, Leake is a solid option who can help your ERA, WHIP, and K numbers in a hurry. At the very least, you should consider streaming him for his start this week against the inept Boston Red Sox offense.