Jesus Luzardo

Elbow and back injuries limited Luzardo to just 12 starts and 66.2 innings last season. The left-hander's performance also took a step back when he was healthy, as he collected a 5.00 ERA and saw his strikeout rate dip from 28.1 percent all the way down to 21.2 percent. Luzardo's velocity was down across the board, which might have been related to his injuries. He did still boast a whiff rate of over 40 percent on both his slider and changeup, offering hope that he could bounce back in 2025 if he can stay healthy and regain the pep on his heater. That said, Luzardo has made 20 starts in a season just once at the major-league level and, even when healthy, has often been inconsistent. Being traded to the Phillies in December will boost his potential win total, but that doesn't otherwise change the risks in his profile. Read Past Outlooks