Starting Pitchers for Wednesday

Pitchers are ranked based on their projected fantasy points (FPTS) using ESPN's standard scoring system. Here are some key pitchers to watch:

• David Peterson (L, NYM): With a recent ERA of 2.58 and 35 strikeouts over 38 1/3 innings, Peterson is a strong choice against the Washington Nationals.
• Ben Brown (R, CHC): Brown has shown promise with 16 strikeouts in his last two starts, making him a potential streamer against the Philadelphia Phillies.
• Clarke Schmidt (R, NYY): Schmidt has been in control recently, with only four walks in his last 16 1/3 innings, making him a solid pick against the Kansas City Royals.

Pitchers to Avoid

• Jesus Luzardo (L, PHI): Luzardo has struggled recently, giving up 20 runs in his last two starts, making him a risky choice against the Chicago Cubs.

Best Matchups for Pitchers

• New York Mets vs. Nationals: The Mets' pitchers are expected to perform well, with an average ERA of 3.75 in this matchup.
• Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Marlins: Pirates' pitchers have a favorable matchup with an average ERA of 3.87.
• Los Angeles Angels vs. Athletics: Angels' pitchers are projected to have an average ERA of 3.89.

Worst Matchups for Pitchers

• San Francisco Giants vs. Rockies: Giants' pitchers are expected to struggle with an average ERA of 5.39.
• Colorado Rockies vs. Giants: Rockies' pitchers also face a tough challenge with an average ERA of 5.37.
• Seattle Mariners vs. Diamondbacks: Mariners' pitchers are projected to have an average ERA of 5.22.

Hitters to Stream

• Nick Kurtz (OAK): Kurtz is coming off an injury but has shown potential, making him a good pick against Kyle Hendricks of the Los Angeles Angels.

Best Matchups for Hitters

• San Francisco Giants vs. Rockies: Giants' hitters are expected to perform well with a .367 wOBA.
• Colorado Rockies vs. Giants: Rockies' hitters also have a favorable matchup with a .359 wOBA.
• Boston Red Sox vs. Rays: Red Sox left-handed hitters are projected to have a .347 wOBA.

Worst Matchups for Hitters

• Milwaukee Brewers vs. Braves: Brewers' right-handed hitters are expected to struggle with a .284 wOBA.
• Chicago Cubs vs. Phillies: Cubs' left-handed hitters face a tough challenge with a .289 wOBA.
• Texas Rangers vs. Twins: Rangers' right-handed hitters are projected to have a .294 wOBA.

Betting Tips

• Trent Grisham (HR Prop): With a 15% chance of hitting a home run, Grisham offers good value at +800.
• Bryan Woo (K Prop): Woo has a 62% chance of staying under 4.5 strikeouts, making it a solid bet at -115.
• YRFI/NRFI Bets: Consider the Dodgers @ Padres and Giants @ Rockies for YRFI bets with favorable projections.