The 2025 MLB season kicks off on March 18 with the Chicago Cubs facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Japan, followed by the rest of the league starting on March 27. As teams finalize their rotations, fantasy baseball enthusiasts need to focus not just on top-tier pitchers but also on those with lower average draft positions (ADPs) who can provide value. This guide highlights four promising starting pitchers with potential for breakout seasons.

Max Meyer of the Miami Marlins, recovering from injuries, has shown impressive velocity this spring. With a projected ERA of 4.54, he could be a solid sleeper pick for managers looking for depth in their rotation. Bowden Francis of the Toronto Blue Jays, who posted a 1.80 ERA in the second half of 2024, has a favorable projection of 3.75 ERA and could be a great late-round acquisition. Grant Holmes from the Atlanta Braves also offers promise with a 0.90 ERA in spring training, while Spencer Arrighetti of the Houston Astros is impressing with a 1.50 ERA this spring and has room for growth after a solid second half last season.