Charlie Morton

Morton only got better after leaving the Astros, setting career bests in innings pitched, ERA, WHIP, and strikeout percentage. Batters simply don't hit his curveball, which he throws more than a third of the time, and his fastball is nearly equally as effective. In a dynasty or keeper format, things may be different, as Morton speaks of retirement often. For this year, however, there is zero reason for concern.

Charlie Morton expects to go 4-5 innings in first start

Rays RHP Charlie Morton says he expects to go 4-5 innings in his first start of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Starting pitchers are all over the place right now with how stretched out their arms are. Some will be ready for a full workload on Opening Day while others might only go 3-4 innings. Fantasy players should expect most to fall in Morton's window of 4-5 innings. Consider him a top-10 starter for fantasy purposes.