Week 9 Sleeper Pitchers (May 19-25)

If you’re in need of a streaming option, here are ten sleeper pitchers to consider, all of whom are currently rostered in less than 80% of CBS Sports leagues.

1. Logan Henderson

Position: SP
Team: Milwaukee Brewers
Age: 23
Rostered: 34%
Matchups: vs. BAL, at PIT
After returning from the minors, Logan Henderson has exhibited notable pitch effectiveness, particularly against weaker offenses.

2. A.J. Smith-Shawver

Position: SP
Team: Atlanta Braves
Age: 22
Rostered: 76%
Matchup: at WAS
A.J. has been excelling with a low ERA in recent outings, making him a reliable pick this week.

3. Drew Rasmussen

Position: SP
Team: Tampa Bay Rays
Age: 29
Rostered: 73%
Matchup: vs. TOR
Even after a rough start to the season, Rasmussen is back to form with a solid ERA and WHIP.

4. Gavin Williams

Position: SP
Team: Cleveland Guardians
Age: 25
Rostered: 76%
Matchups: at MIN, at DET
Williams is starting to turn around his early season struggles and should be given consideration against these matchups.

5. Jose Soriano

Position: SP
Team: L.A. Angels
Age: 26
Rostered: 52%
Matchups: at ATH, vs. MIA
Soriano holds a strong ground-ball rate and might be a good bet against mid to lower tier lineups.

6. Yusei Kikuchi

Position: SP
Team: L.A. Angels
Age: 33
Rostered: 74%
Matchup: vs. MIA
Kikuchi has shown improvement recently, making him a decent option against the Marlins.

7. Nick Martinez

Position: SP
Team: Cincinnati Reds
Age: 34
Rostered: 40%
Matchup: at PIT
Martinez has returned to form and can thrive against lower-scoring lineups.

8. Mitch Keller

Position: SP
Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Age: 29
Rostered: 65%
Matchups: vs. CIN, vs. MIL
Keller’s confidence is building following a strong recent performance.

9. Will Warren

Position: SP
Team: New York Yankees
Age: 25
Rostered: 37%
Matchups: vs. TEX, at COL
His strikeout potential and whiff rate make him an intriguing option against struggling offenses.

10. Jameson Taillon

Position: SP
Team: Chicago Cubs
Age: 33
Rostered: 72%
Matchup: at MIA
While Taillon has been shaky at times, he’s a quality-start candidate if you can afford the risk.