This week we bring you notes on consensus dynasty starting pitchers, and we’re throwing out the first pitch with numbers 101 – 150!

#101 – #110

Taylor: “Hey Chris, write about whomever you want in this group of 50 pitchers!”
Me: “That’s a giant grouping with no discernible trait linking them together”
Taylor: “Ya they do, they’re all pitchers!”

Me: “…”

So now that you’re all caught up, we’re going to look at the tail end of our deep pitching ranks. While they are the end of our ranks, there is loads of talent and value. And I get 1000 words to identify value for your ‘25 fantasy roster and beyond. Let’s go!

Thomas White is perhaps the best pitching prospect on perhaps the best pitching-prospect-development team. Rhett Lowder had a strong debut ‘24. I’m passing on him as his surface stats hid more mediocre pitching-independent results. Tink Hence and Ricky Tiedemann could be aces in 2026 if things go right. For that, Hence needs to increase his workload and Ricky Ticky Teide needs to stay healthy after a late ‘24 Tommy John surgery. Both could be good acquisitions if you like lotto tickets.

Hayden Birdsong and Caden Dana are two more young arms but these kids will be pitching in the majors in ‘25. While neither are slotted to make Opening Day rotations, both will be one of the first on their teams to get the call. I prefer Birdsong and his K-potential. Dana is more workhorse than showhorse and should get plenty of love.  

Tobias Myers is a journeyman at 26 years old. Don’t expect huge counting stats, but he’s locked into the Brewer’s rotation. Reese Olson will be a starter for Detroit this year. He teased us with high K-rates as a minor leaguer, hopefully, they start showing in Majors as he increases his workload from 112 IP last year. You rarely know what you’ll get when you roster José Berríos, but you will get innings and potential for good fantasy stats. Brady Singer is a pitcher with a similar risk. He moved to Cincinnati this year, so I’m approaching him and his long-ball tendencies cautiously. The Cubs are being cautious with Cade Horton after a spring shoulder injury last year. Injuries have been a part of his game since college, so I’m not jumping on his bandwagon if I don’t already roster him. (Chris Knock)

#111 – #120

Erick Fedde reintroduced himself to the fantasy world after a brief hiatus in Korea. Now with St. Louis and a new contract, he’ll look to be a nice “Steady Fedde” amirite?! Drew Rasmussen and Yu Darvish are two wild cards to me. Rasmussen’s career has been injury riddled thus far. But if anyone can maximize his strike out potential, it’s Tampa Bay. Darvish is in the twilight of his storied career right now. He throws everything, including the kitchen sink, and he could have another outstanding year inside him

Edward Cabrera is a tantalizing talent. It’s always amazed me how well he locates his offspeed stuff but can’t locate his fastball. That last bit is kind of important to be a starter though. Luis Severino signed a big contract to temporarily move to Sacramento. Even if he stays healthy, I wouldn’t expect more than a league-average arm. Ben Brown is our second Cubs prospect, and the one to roster in my opinion. Outstanding stuff, just needs to be able to maintain it later into games. Nestor Cortés and Eduardo Rodriguez are two stable vets. A healthy Cortés in Milwaukee is tasty. (Chris Knock)

#121 – #130

Christian Scott and Joe Musgrove are out for most of, if not all of, 2025. Don’t forget about them if rebuilding. I still don’t know what to do with Hurston Waldrep, and it seems like he’s buried in Atlanta’s depth. It’s a killer arsenal, so hold if you roster him. Lucas Giolito and Cristian Javier are two more rehabbing TJS survivors. We know their upside. Stash them if you’re able.

Ryne Nelson has a solid fastball/slider combo, but hasn’t yet made it work consistently. Drew Thorpe is hurt and had an ugly debut season. I support both of them in the right fantasy situation. Trey Yesavage is our first FYPD name. He profiles as a back-end starter but he should climb to majors quickly. 

River Ryan had a LOT of helium after his sexy debut in LA. His elbow barked and needed TJS so he handed that hype to Sean Burke. Michael Wacha is their hype antithesis. He’s a solid ancillary piece for your competitive roster.  Noble Meyer was the hot name after his draft year, but he was a high school pitcher. The range of outcomes still is outstanding, just maybe not quite the ace potential we initially dreamed. (Chris Knock)

#131 – #140

Jackson Ferris is a former High School draft pick. He’ll ebb and flow but the Dodger organization will maximize his potential and the hype. Max Meyer finally looks to be getting his chance in the Miami rotation. If you can acquire him cheaply, do so now. Cam Caminiti was the Brave’s first round pick out of HS. He’ll be a slow developer but that’s the org to be drafted by. As a converted reliever, José Soriano is a sleeper pick by many. Good K ability will be tested with a presumed career high workload incoming.

Chris Bassitt has had a wonderful career and just keeps going. Emilano Teodo is a Ranger’s prospect with huge K and BB numbers. Good dice roll to pair with Mr. Bassitt. Emmet Sheehan is a favorite of mine. His TJS timeline plus the Dodgers depth make his price very affordable right now. Jameson Taillon is a solid IP and ratio source if you’re hungry for those oft-ignored stats. Tyler Mahle teased us with 200+ strikeouts a season prior to succumbing to TJS. Look for a strong season in Texas for him. Speaking of the Rangers, we have his rotation partner, Cody Bradford. He doesn’t have the loudest stuff, but does have the opportunity as a starter.  (Chris Knock)

#141 – #150

Ryan Weathers has had a non-linear career so far. He’s in the rotation in Miami and hopefully can put everything together. Yilber Díaz had a strong yet brief debut in ‘24. Arizona isn’t giving him a starting spot out of the gate, but be ready for him. Gavin Stone had a solid debut himself last year but will miss all of ‘25 while rehabbing after elbow surgery. Jack Leiter is the poster boy of TINSTAPP. The Rangers have increasing pitching depth so it may be his last chance to shine. 

Jordan Montgomery and Aaron Civale are two veterans. J-Mont has teased us in the past with the metrics on his individual pitches but never combined them well. Civale is a steal at this point. He’s not flashy but maybe the pitching lab in Milwaukee will unlock something.

Sean Sullivan has performed well in the minors so far. But his real test looms in Denver, maybe as soon as this year. Thomas Harrington is an oft-ignored Pirates prospect. He doesn’t have the same stuff as others in the org but he does have the potential to stick in a rotation. Dustin May… oh Dustin May. I’m thinking of you and your delicious stuff. Please stay healthy. George Klassen is an Angels prospect with strike-out stuff. He came from the Phillies at the deadline last year and may make the majors later this year. (Chris Knock)