Top 4 AL Pitchers for the Month of May: Yankees’ Gold Medal Gil
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Just Off the Podium: Reese Olson
Reese Olson made his mark in May with an unmatched ERA of 0.64 despite a 1-1 record over five starts. In 28 innings, he struck out 21 and walked eight, amassing an fWAR of 0.6. Olson's performance might not have garnered widespread acclaim, but his metrics on paper—especially the lowest ERA in the league for the month—speak volumes.
His role in a Tigers team hovering around .500 has been crucial, and his development throughout the season is a silver lining for the franchise.
May Stats: 1-1 (5 GS), 0.64 ERA, 28.0 IP, 21 K, 8 BB, 0.6 fWAR
Gold Medal: Luis Gil
Luis Gil's spectacular outings in May were a testament to his prowess on the baseball field. With a record of 6-0 over six games started and an astonishing ERA of 0.70 across 38.2 innings pitched, Gil not only showcased his ability to strike opponents out with 44 Ks but also maintained commendable control with only 12 walks.
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His performance, featuring an impressive 14-strikeout game against the White Sox, has quickly shifted the narrative from him being an underdog to a formidable challenger for the top spot in the Yankees' pitching rotation, even going toe-to-toe with Gerrit Cole.
May Stats: 6-0 (6 GS), 0.70 ERA, 38.2 IP, 44 K, 12 BB, 1.3 fWAR
Gils's AL Cy Young Odds at FanDuel: +2500
Gil's AL ROY Odds at FanDuel: +125
Silver Medal: Seth Lugo
Seth Lugo shined brightly in May, nearly nabbing the top pitcher's accolade with his exceptional performance. Posting a 5-0 record in six starts alongside a lean 1.79 ERA over 40.1 innings, Lugo's contributions were pivotal.
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Striking out 43 and walking just nine, he led several key pitching categories and solidified his role in Kansas City's rotation. In his second year back as a starter, Lugo's resurgence has been remarkable, making him a key veteran leader on a Royals squad that's exceeding expectations.
May Stats: 5-0 (6 GS), 1.79 ERA, 40.1 IP, 43 K, 9 BB, 1.0 fWAR
Lugo's AL Cy Young Odds at FanDuel: +1600
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Bronze Medal: Garrett Crochet
Garrett Crochet emerged as a standout starter for the White Sox, transitioning effectively from the bullpen. His performance in May was stellar, boasting a record of 4-1 and a minuscule 0.93 ERA across 29 innings. Crochet, with 38 strikeouts, showcased an incredible 12.0 K/9 rate, leading the MLB and firmly placing him as a dominant force on the mound.
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Crochet's rise has been a beacon of hope for his team, underscored by a notable game on May 15 against the Nationals, reinforcing his potential as a leading pitcher.
May Stats: 4-1 (5 GS), 0.93 ERA, 29.0 IP, 38 K, 5 BB, 1.2 fWAR
Crochet's AL Cy Young Odds at FanDuel: +4000
Just Off the Podium: Reese Olson
Reese Olson made his mark in May with an unmatched ERA of 0.64 despite a 1-1 record over five starts. In 28 innings, he struck out 21 and walked eight, amassing an fWAR of 0.6. Olson's performance might not have garnered widespread acclaim, but his metrics on paper—especially the lowest ERA in the league for the month—speak volumes.
His role in a Tigers team hovering around .500 has been crucial, and his development throughout the season is a silver lining for the franchise.
May Stats: 1-1 (5 GS), 0.64 ERA, 28.0 IP, 21 K, 8 BB, 0.6 fWAR
Gold Medal: Luis Gil
Luis Gil's spectacular outings in May were a testament to his prowess on the baseball field. With a record of 6-0 over six games started and an astonishing ERA of 0.70 across 38.2 innings pitched, Gil not only showcased his ability to strike opponents out with 44 Ks but also maintained commendable control with only 12 walks.
For all your MLB deep dives check out our friends at Just Baseball.
His performance, featuring an impressive 14-strikeout game against the White Sox, has quickly shifted the narrative from him being an underdog to a formidable challenger for the top spot in the Yankees' pitching rotation, even going toe-to-toe with Gerrit Cole.
May Stats: 6-0 (6 GS), 0.70 ERA, 38.2 IP, 44 K, 12 BB, 1.3 fWAR
Gils's AL Cy Young Odds at FanDuel: +2500
Gil's AL ROY Odds at FanDuel: +125
