Grant Holmes

Holmes' control backed up in 2025 as he assumed a regular role in the Atlanta rotation, as his walk rate more than doubled year-over-year from 5.3 percent to 11 percent. His strikeout rate ticked up, though, from 24.8 percent to 25 percent, and his velocity basically held steady even though he was being used as a full-time starter for the first time in several years. Unfortunately, Holmes went down with an elbow injury in July and was eventually diagnosed with a partially-torn UCL. He elected for rest and rehab over surgery, which means he has a chance to be ready for Opening Day but is a poor bet to hold up over the long haul. A healthy Holmes has turned into a viable plug-and-play fantasy starter, but the major health red flag makes him more of a late-round flier. Read Past Outlooks