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Should I Start Roki Sasaki or Yoshinobu Yamamoto?

Data-driven MLB fantasy start/sit decision. Recent game logs, trend analysis, and a verdict based on actual performance — not gut feel.

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Based on recent average (34.3 pts) and trend vs Roki Sasaki (23.9 pts)
Roki Sasaki
SP · LAD · MLB
23.9
avg pts (8g)
12.8
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
3W22
25W21
8W20
25W19
31W18
VS
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto
SP · LAD · MLB
34.3
avg pts (8g)
13.4
std dev
→ steady
last 4g
Last 5 games
38W21
44W20
29W19
22W18
30W17

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Roki Sasaki or Yoshinobu Yamamoto?
Based on recent performance, start Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Yoshinobu Yamamoto averages 34.3 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Roki Sasaki's fantasy value right now?
Roki Sasaki has averaged 23.9 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 12.8 points — some volatility week to week.
What is Yoshinobu Yamamoto's fantasy value right now?
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has averaged 34.3 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a steady trend. Standard deviation of 13.4 points — some volatility week to week.

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