Pablo Lopez

For much of 2024, Pablo Lopez struggled while his underlying metrics all suggested he was getting snakebit left and right. He pitched 185 1/3 innings, striking out 198 batters on his way to a 4.08 ERA and 1.19 WHIP. His xERA, though, was 3.67. While this isn't an ace-like number, it is perfectly in line with the two years before. Fantasy managers can count on Lopez to take the ball every fifth day, as he's started exactly 32 games since 2022. He set a career-high in wins at 15, though that can't be counted on in 2025. Basically, Lopez is who you want as your SP2 or SP3, and you can wait to get him til the sixth round or so.

Pablo Lopez named Twins Opening Day starter

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said Pablo López will start on Opening Day for the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Baldelli made the announcement on a podcast. It came earlier than when it is usually announced, but it should come as no surprise. Lopez is looking to bounce back after posting a 4.08 ERA across 32 starts last season.