4 years agoIf he makes the rotation, San Diego Padres starter Joey Lucchesi will benefit from a larger bullpen this season. The third-year pitcher has demonstrated stark splits, possessing a sturdy .685 OPS against the first two times through the order compared to a bloated .943 afterwards. Assuming he bests teammate Cal Quantrill, the Friars will likely tailor Lucchesi’s starts to his advantage. The 27-year-old has been decent through his first two campaigns, owning a 4.14 ERA (4.24 FIP), 1.25 WHIP and 9.3 K/9 in 56 career starts. If his splits hold, Joey Fuego has a shot to post his best season. At a 232 ADP, Lucchesi’s stock holds modest value, but his workhorse resume should bolster any fantasy roster looking for an innings-eater in the later rounds.--Andrew Le - RotoBaller
Source: MLB.com - AJ Cassavell