Jon Lester 4-1 this season
by Chris Zolli | Sat, May 14th 7:22pm EDT
Jon Lester has a 1.96 ERA and 1.02 WHIP this season, winning each of his last three starts. Lester has struck out nearly a batter per inning, 42 in 46 innings, and has provided a very good secondary option for the Cubs behind Jake Arrieta. He will face the Pirates tomorrow.
Fantasy Impact:
Although Lester has put up solid numbers this season, he averaged over 6 2/3 innings per start in his first five starts of the season and has only pitched 11 2/3 innings over his last two starts. Even with his lack of longevity, he has not allowed more than three runs in any start this season and has a strong 4.2 K:BB ratio. Lester has a .684 OPS against current Pirates' hitters, with Matt Joyce hitting two home runs off of Lester.
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