Entering the Memorial Day weekend, the Astros‘ starting rotation currently rates as the best staff in the game. And it is not really a contest.
Here are a few examples:
- 2.26 ERA (1st)
- 2.87 FIP (1st)
- 3.10 xFIP (1st)
- 9.3 fWAR (1st)
- 27 wins (1st)
- 22.9% K-BB rate (1st)
Need I go on?
In short, the Astros’ starting rotation is a key reason behind the team’s successful start. Although regression is likely, this staff’s performance from here on out will determine how successful is Houston’s bid in repeating as World Series champions.