CBS Sports Fantasy Rankings: Chris Sale Top Pick for Week 10 Pitching Slate
Atlanta’s Chris Sale leads the “Must-start” category, while Tanner Bibee and Landen Roupp are flagged as advisable options amid a field of 37 ranked pitchers.
CBS Sports has published its fantasy baseball preview for Week 10, covering the scoring period from May 25 to May 31. The publication, compiled by fantasy analyst Scott White, ranks 37 two-start pitchers based on their projected usability and matchup difficulty. The rankings are designed to assist fantasy managers in navigating the complexities of double-start weeks, though the publication notes that the selections require forecasting and remain subject to change.
At the top of the hierarchy, Atlanta Braves right-hander Chris Sale is ranked as the premier “Must-start” option for all fantasy formats. Sale is scheduled to pitch against the Boston Red Sox in Cincinnati, a matchup that positions him as the highest-confidence play for managers seeking maximum production. The “Must-start” tier, which encompasses the top 11 pitchers, also includes Cam Schlittler of the New York Yankees and Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Moving down the usability scale, Tanner Bibee of the Cleveland Guardians and Landen Roupp of the San Francisco Giants are categorised in the “Advisable in most cases” tier. Bibee is set to face the Washington Nationals and Boston Red Sox, while Roupp will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies. This middle tier also features Baltimore’s Kyle Bradish and Arizona’s Merrill Kelly, offering managers viable alternatives should their top-tier options face last-minutescratches.
Conversely, the publication identifies several pitchers who should be avoided. Baltimore’s Shane Baz is listed in the “No thanks” category, reflecting concerns over his matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays. The bottom tier includes a significant number of relievers and starters with difficult schedules, such as Sean Burke of the Chicago White Sox and Edward Cabrera of the Chicago Cubs.
The full ranking structure divides the 37 pitchers into four distinct usability categories. Beyond the “Must-start” and “Advisable” tiers, the list includes pitchers “Better left for points leagues” and those strictly in the “No thanks” bracket. CBS Sports advises readers to monitor the publication for updates, particularly on Sunday, as roster moves and weather conditions may alter the viability of these rankings before the week begins.
