Fantasy411: 2-start pitchers for Week 8

Is your fantasy starting rotation struggling, or perhaps simply in need of a strikeout boost? Then consider adding these pitchers, who are all scheduled to make two starts in Week 8.

12-team mixed leagues

Jimmy Nelson (@ATL, vs. CIN)

After flashing intriguing upside during an inconsistent 2015 season, Nelson has been one of this year’s top breakout stories. The right-hander heads into Week 8 boasting a 3.07 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP, having allowed a combined two runs over his past two starts (15 1/3 innings). Expect the strong pitching to continue, as the Braves rank last in the Majors in runs and OPS while the Reds rank 19th in runs and 24th in OPS.

Wei-Yin Chen (vs. TB, @ATL)

Following a mediocre outing against the Phillies on May 6, Chen has now registered back-to-back quality starts — lowering his season ERA from 4.66 to 4.22 in the process. While Chen’s ERA is still unremarkable, most of his other numbers are in line with his career averages and his 3.52 FIP suggests that better times are ahead. The Marlins lefty should benefit from a pair of favorable matchups next week. In addition to the aforementioned Braves, he will be facing a Rays club that ranks in the bottom third of the AL in both runs and batting average. Chen is a must-start, regardless of league …

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