UPDATE: Fantasy baseball’s Week 17 kicks off tonight, July 21, 2023, with all 30 teams set to play under the lights, starting at 6:40 p.m. ET. This unusual Monday night lineup gives fantasy managers crucial time to finalize their lineups, minimizing chances for unexpected transactions that often occur when teams stagger their schedules.
As the first full week post-All-Star break, fantasy managers must pay close attention as teams begin to shuffle their rotations. While every team has announced some portion of their second-half rotation, many have only designated their starting pitchers for the initial games between July 18-20. This leaves uncertainty regarding the pitching lineup for the rest of the week.
The Thursday slate features only five games, which means only 10 teams will play a full seven games during Week 17. This limited schedule increases the urgency for fantasy managers to secure the best matchups and capitalize on players who may be less affected by rotation adjustments.
As of publication, many starting pitching assignments remain labeled as “TBD.” Managers are encouraged to frequently check for updates leading into tonight’s action as teams finalize their rotations in the coming days.
With the All-Star break behind us and teams eager to make a playoff push, now is the time to make those critical lineup adjustments. Stay tuned for further updates on starting pitchers and lineup changes as we approach tonight’s first pitch.
For more insights, including starting pitcher rankings and hitter matchup ratings for July 21-27, fantasy managers should keep an eye on the latest developments to enhance their competitive edge.
