DAILY MATCHUPS: Gausman gets the nod

Today's Overview/Schedule/Weather: There are eight games on the docket this Thursday. The weather is expected to be quite friendly around the league.

 

Notable Starts:

Kevin Gausman draws the top scores in projected strikeouts, ERA, and WHIP. His victory odds are canceled out by his opponent's strength (Tampa, and Shane McClanahan's return). While he’s continued to pitch well in a general sense, four of his last 10 appearances have been disappointing. Gausman has struggled with home runs of late, allowing 1.40 HR/9 since mid-July. The Rays have a modest offense against right-handed pitchers, recording a 23.8 percent strikeout rate and 102 wRC+ on the season. They’ve performed particularly well over the last month.

Lance Lynn is the...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From Daily Matchups

Joe Ryan turn at Texas rated as one of Thursday's best options, on a nine-game slate with heavy matinee action.
Jun 18 2026 7:36am
Eduardo Rodriguez is having a nice season, but a bit deceiving, and he'll look to continue that deception today versus the Angels.
Jun 17 2026 7:36am
Phils lefty has held current MIA batters to a .565 OPS, making him a strong option on a full 15-game Tuesday slate.
Jun 16 2026 7:25am
Dustin May is a top-rated starting pitcher for his home start versus the Padres.
Jun 15 2026 7:05am
Gavin Williams has a history of taming the Tigers, posting a 1.88 ERA and 55/13 K/BB across 38.1 IP over his career.
Jun 14 2026 7:06am

Tools