Chad Young’s 2025 Tiered Ottoneu Rankings: Starting Pitchers

The Cubs are reportedly in talks to acquire Dylan Cease from the Padres, a potential trade that could bolster their rotation. The White Sox's deal to send Luis Robert to the Reds fell through due to salary disagreements, showcasing the team's willingness to part with the All-Star center fielder. The Detroit Tigers are not done making moves after a surprising playoff run, with a focus on upgrading their bullpen and lineup through free agency, trades,...

In January 2025, Wade Miley signed a one-year, minor-league contract with the Reds after pitching for multiple organizations over 13 major-league seasons. Miley has generally performed well in Milwaukee, with a top-10 ERA and a solid WHIP in recent years. Despite some injury setbacks, including shoulder and oblique issues, Miley remains a reliable pitcher with a strong groundball rate and could be a valuable streaming option for fantasy baseball managers. Full Article

Paul Skenes, a cover athlete on MLB The Show 25, admitted he lacks the finger dexterity needed to play video games effectively and prefers to avoid them altogether. Despite his virtual gaming struggles, Skenes excels as a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, boasting impressive stats in the real world. While he may not excel in the virtual realm, Skenes remains one of baseball's rising stars. Full Article

In December 2022, the Giants signed a three-year, $33 million contract with an undisclosed player. the given text. Full Article

On October 1, 2024, in San Diego, California, USA, Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson hit a single in game one of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Olson, who had a down 2024 season, is ranked fourth among fantasy first basemen for the 2025 season, with expectations of a bounce-back year. Other first base draft bust candidates include Pasquantino, Diaz, and Goldschmidt, with concerns...