Despite a 5.18 ERA, Mike Minor is one of the hottest starting pitchers in the National League.
Analysis: Mike Minor has not allowed more than two earned runs in a start over his last four starts. He is also averaging just one walked batter per start during this hot streak. His ERA may not be ideal but he has put together a few very solid weeks here. His 1.29 WHIP is very respectable in roto leagues while his 7.81 K/9 is more than enough as well.
Minor is available in over half of fantasy leagues primarily because his five plus ERA scares many owners. His xFIP is sitting at 4.41 which is not all that bad considering his previous struggles. Minor is not a high velocity starter but he does have four quality pitches and when he is locating he gets results like we have been seeing over the past few weeks. Picking the lefty up can be a gamble but it just may be worth it. His walks are extremely low and his WHIP is solid, you just have to hope the wins and run support will be there for him.