Yusei Kikuchi has been on a roll in the second half (2.42 ERA), and draws a home start against a Cleveland lineup that has struggled in August and against LHP.

Bo Naylor's rookie debut has been mostly disappointing, but there have been small signs of growth in his second half skills. Plus, early analysis of Brandon Pfaadt, Cole Ragans, Ken Waldichuk, and Andruw Monasterio.

Zack Gelof has jumped off to a great start in his MLB debut, though there are some numbers that are likely due for regression. Plus, early analysis of Matt Wallner, Jordan Westburg, Luis Matos, and Tyler Holton.

Freddy Peralta brings a 2.69 xERA and 39% K% over his last six starts into a promising matchup against the White Sox, owners of the AL's worst OPS since the All-Star break.

Henry Davis has been off to a slow start, but his power and plate discipline skills suggest better days ahead. Plus, early analysis of Freddy Fermin, Matthew Liberatore, Jordan Diaz, and Xzavion Curry.

Gavin Williams has a low ERA through his first eight MLB starts, but we haven't yet seen his outstanding skills from the minors. Plus, early analysis of Oscar Colás, Bryan Woo, Scott McGough, and Stone Garrett.

Nolan Jones is flashing his power and speed skill, but strikeouts continue to hold him back from his full potential. Plus, early analysis of Will Benson, Cristopher Sánchez, Reese Olson, and Drew Waters.

Zach Eflin's not a big strikeout pitcher, but he's put up 28 of them over his last 25 IP while upping his SwK to 13.3%.

Elly De La Cruz has been as electric a talent as promised, but he carries some downside risk for the second half. Plus, early analysis of Edouard Julien, Patrick Bailey, Matt Brash, and Brandon Williamson.

Andrew Abbott has made an electric MLB debut, and while his stats have outpaced his skills, that might be starting to change. Plus, early analysis of Bobby Miller, Casey Schmitt, José Caballero, and Kerry Carpenter.

A hot June has Yainer Diaz's stock on the rise yet again, though there's one area of concern in his skills to watch. Plus, early analysis of Brenton Doyle, Luis Ortiz, Gregory Santos, and Thomas Henry.