Washington Nationals 2017 Fantasy Outlook: Hidden Gems

Erick Fedde

This guy has a lot to prove coming into 2017. If I was him, I would be on a mission to prove that the Washington Nationals didn’t get rid of all their young pitching like some narratives have stated. Fedde looks like he could contribute at the major league level for years to come and 2017 may be his introduction to the fantasy baseball world.

Once again, all it takes for Fedde to get some real time is good play in the minors and an injury. Also, the Washington Nationals pitching staff has a couple of pitchers who are synonymous with injury.

Fedde has looked amazing this spring. His mid 90’s fastball and above average secondary offerings have really matured coming into 2017 and he looks like he’s on the verge of taking a huge step in 2017.

Fedde is in a similar position that Lucas Giolito was in last year. Unfortunately, that huge step didn’t work out well for Giolito, but the Washington Nationals may try it again with Fedde. He isn’t the next obviously choice for a major league start. Pitchers like Austin Voth and A.J. Cole have had more time in the minors and look to be a little closer.

The Washington Nationals have shown in the past that if they think the pitcher is ready, they will bump him up a couple levels. If Fedde takes spring success into the 2017 season, he could see a few starts in the big leagues come the summer.

Obviously Fedde won’t be a mainstay on your fantasy team this year, but he could be a great streamer option. I would not pick him up in his first start, but if he does well there and he is going to get a few more you should take the chance.