This weekend is going to be an exciting time for baseball fans, especially for dads who enjoy the sport. There are several interesting series lined up, including the historic rivalry matchups between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, as well as the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals. Additionally, the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies, both high-probability playoff teams, will face off in a local rivalry.
However, the highlight of the weekend will be on Father’s Day, with some fantastic games to watch. The Phillies-Orioles series will feature a matchup between staff aces Zack Wheeler and Corbin Burnes, while the Yankees and Red Sox will clash in the finale of their series. Another game to watch from a fantasy standpoint is the Pittsburgh Pirates’ matchup against the Colorado Rockies, where phenom pitcher Paul Skenes will make his first career start at Coors Field.
Skenes, who has been performing well since his big league debut, is set to pitch at Coors Field on Sunday. This will be a significant moment for him, as he has only pitched on four days rest once before in his professional career. The Pirates are considering a six-man rotation to manage the workload of their young pitchers, which could potentially push Skenes’ start to Monday against the Cincinnati Reds.
In addition to Skenes, another Pirates pitcher to watch is Jared Jones, who will likely make his first career start at Coors Field on Saturday. The Pirates hitters will also have a good opportunity to shine against the Rockies’ struggling rotation.
In another matchup, the Texas Rangers will face the Seattle Mariners in a three-game series. The Mariners have the advantage in this series due to the Rangers’ hittable rotation. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on leadoff man J.P. Crawford and catcher-eligible DH Mitch Garver from the Mariners.
Overall, this weekend’s games promise to be exciting for baseball fans, with several intriguing matchups and potential fantasy standouts to watch. Fans can expect a mix of intense rivalries, young talent on display, and the thrill of watching their favorite teams compete on the field.
