Fantasy baseball pitching matchups: is there a more important yet more unpredictable aspect of winning in your daily fantasy lineups? 

That's exactly why Fantasy Alarm is proud to introduce Fantasy Baseball Daily Pitching Matchup Rating Grid: a game-changing tool to arm you with the edge you need to destroy the competition. 

 

 

 

What is the MLB Pitching Matchup Grid? It is a simple yet powerful go-to tool for evaluating starting pitchers each day of the season. 

We will not just give the starters for the day; instead, we will take a deep dive into various important metrics such as opposing team batting statistics, pitcher ERA, strikeout rates, park factors, and weather conditions in order to deliver a thorough rating for every matchup. 

In the ever-changing world of fantasy baseball starting pitchers, there is daily movement with rising aces ascending the 2025 list and aging stars taking on new challenges. 

In fact, it becomes a critical component of DFS lineup selection, spotting sleepers, or steering clear of potential disasters. 

The colors in the rating scale will signify the matchups in the following way: 

  • GREEN - Elite Arms that will face more conducive conditions and thus possess high upside.
  • YELLOW - Slightly riskier plays, but they could have the upside of getting the win.
  • ORANGE - Plays that should be approached with caution.
  • RED - Those facing difficult matchups or in risky environments.

Updated: 3/30/2025

PitcherTeamMatchupKey Stats
Jacob deGromTexas RangersBoston Red SoxWhen he's healthy, he's the best pitcher in the game even against a lineup like Boston's
Aaron NolaPhiladelphia PhilliesWashington NationalsGood innings guy, gives up runs early but typically settles in nicely
Tanner BibeeCleveland GuardiansKansas City RoyalsSo long as his stamina is good following the Opening Day scratch due to illness, we're big fans
Bryan WooSeattle MarinersAthleticsLots predicting a breakout season and it starts with a fairly soft matchup
Bailey OberMinnesota TwinsSt. Louis CardinalsShould help get the Twins their first win of the regular season
Michael WachaKansas City RoyalsCleveland GuardiansHighly underrated SP. Has an ERA no higher than 3.35 over last three seasons
Aaron CivaleMilwaukee BrewersNew York YankeesQuality lefty with good command. Maybe the Yankees bats stay quiet for a day
Tomoyuki SuganoBaltimore OriolesToronto Blue JaysNeeds to prove himself States-side, but was a high-quality starter in Japan. Skills should translate
Taj BradleyTampa Bay RaysColorado RockiesWorked on command during the spring; benefits from soft match-up
Eduardo RodriguezArizona DiamondbacksChicago CubsCan be a quality southpaw when he's healthy and has strikeout upside
JP SearsAthleticsSeattle MarinersStrikeout upside vs SEA which is not a tough lineup right now
Robbie RaySan Francisco GiantsCincinnati RedsLikely to give up a home run or two but should give you the Ks you need for the day
Matthew BoydChicago CubsArizona DiamondbacksGood potential as the DBacks struggle vs LHP
Andre PallanteSt. Louis CardinalsMinnesota TwinsNeeds to prove himself with consistency at this level; not too tough a matchup here
Max MeyerMiami MarlinsPittsburgh PiratesHas a little bit of win equity if he can maintain decent command
Nick PivettaSan Diego PadresAtlanta BravesGood strikeout upside but this Braves lineup can be unforgiving at times
Ryan FeltnerColorado RockiesTampa Bay RaysWas last years 3.00 ERA in 60 second half innings the real deal?
Andrew HeaneyPittsburgh PiratesMiami MarlinsLefty has some K upside vs MIA but still not an ideal candidate
Jack KochanowiczLos Angeles AngelsChicago White SoxRelatively unknown who gets a weak opponent and has some win equity for us
Davis MartinChicago White SoxLos Angeles AngelsAll of 2023 was lost to injury but worked his way up the minor league ranks well last season
Chris BassittToronto Blue JaysBaltimore OriolesHas some potential, but the Orioles are a tough lineup against righthanded pitching
AJ Smith ShawverAtlanta BravesSan Diego PadresAlso has great potential, but struggled at big-league level during recent call-ups
Marcus StromanNew York YankeesMilwauke BrewersCould be fine for ERA but doesn't get any strikeouts which is not good for fantasy or DFS
Mitchell ParkerWashington NationalsPhiladelphia PhilliesPhillies always do a good job getting to the lefties
Richard FittsBoston Red SoxTexas RangersFacing a tough lineup with deGrom opposing him? No thanks.