Fantasy Baseball Profile – Hunter Strickland

This week’s column features callups Luke Keaschall (2B, Twins) and Caleb Durbin (INF, Brewers), both offering potential for steals. Keaschall, recovering from Tommy John surgery, has shown promise in the minors, batting .297 with 38 steals in 148 games, while Durbin impressed in the Arizona Fall League with .312 and 29 steals; however, he may struggle with power at the major league level. Additionally, Ranger Suárez (SP, Phillies) is nearing a return from injury, making...

Orioles right-hander Brandon Young is set to make his major league debut as a starter on Saturday after being added to the taxi squad and recalled from the 40-man roster. The 26-year-old, who went undrafted in 2020 and underwent Tommy John surgery that sidelined him for most of 2022 and 2023, has shown promise in the minors with a 3.57 ERA and a strikeout rate of 28.5%. Young's promotion comes amid a series of injuries...

The Mariners have signed right-hander Zach Pop to a minor league contract after he was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays due to elbow inflammation. The 28-year-old, who has a career 4.45 ERA and was a seventh-round pick in 2017, struggled in the 2024 season with a 5.59 ERA but showed potential with a new cutter. With a fast sinker and a strong slider, the Mariners hope to help Pop refine his skills and...

Patrick Corbin made his first home start with the Texas Rangers despite experiencing a swollen ankle from an apparent insect bite prior to the game. After receiving treatment, he pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing only one run on five hits, contributing to the Rangers' 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. Corbin, who joined Texas in free agency on March 18 after six seasons with the Washington Nationals, faced uncertainty about his ability to pitch...

As the 2025 MLB season unfolds, the Arizona Diamondbacks are on a five-game winning streak, set to face the Cubs with Corbin Burnes and Zac Gallen on the mound. The Minnesota Twins are promoting top prospect Luke Keaschall, who has shown strong plate discipline in the minors, as injuries plague their roster. Additionally, the Brewers will call up Caleb Durbin, who replaces struggling Oliver Dunn, while the Dodgers and Rangers will feature a pitching duel...