Surprise Pitching Contributors for the Stretch Run

Eno and DVR discuss several increasingly important pitchers for the stretch run of the 2023 fantasy baseball season -- including Cole Ragans, whose increased velocity and new slider have put him on the fast-track to a place among the league's Top 40 Starting Pitchers. 

Rundown

0:43 The Rapid Emergence of Cole Ragans

10:04 Any Changes for Aaron Civale in Tampa Bay?

15:09 Cristopher Sánchez's Arrival in Philly

18:02 Seth Lugo's Renaissance with the Padres

27:28 Zach Eflin and Escaping The Glob

29:57 Kodai Senga's Improved Second-Half Walk Rate

35:58 Brandon Williamson: Lower Walk Rate in MLB than Double-A and Triple-A?

42:38 Adbert Alzolay's Move Toward the Circle of Trust

45:45 A Longer List of Reliable Closers Looking Toward 2024?

55:10 Tyler Wells' Shift to the Bullpen in the Minors

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