Strategic Spot Starting - Weekend Edition

Let's continue our first tool here at Rotonomics. I would appreciate any feedback on the topic, since this is really our first stray from Editorials and with a limited amount of time, it'd be good to know this research is useful. Also, if you have any ideas for what you think could help fantasy leaguers, let us know in the comments. But alas!

Friday: Tim Wakefield at Oakland isn't a terrible matchup, and the veteran is always a favorite of mine for spot starting. This is especially true in interleague play when the NL-team isn't accustomed to his knuckler. Matt Garza at home against Baltimore is another decent start if he isn't owned in your league, but even if he performs well keep in mind he's still too inconsistent to provide reliable fantasy outings.

Saturday: Saturday looks to be a big day for aces, as few free agents are scheduled for the start. Justin Duchscherer plays Boston, a team he's had a lot of success against (2.66 ERA, 23 Ks in 20 innings of relief). Still, Boston is a poor choice for a spot start, so don't worry about it unless you are going to hold on to the Duch', as he's worth owning.

Sunday: Gil Meche has thrown two quality starts against solid offenses in his past two outings, and I think he will throw well at Toronto. Lester was likely added after his perfect game, and those owners will be rewarded in his start against Oakland. Todd Wellemeyer could benefit from the spacious confines of the Dodgers, just as veterans Mussina and Maddux could enjoy Safeco and Petco. Wellemeyer is your best bet of the bunch, while only Lester has a ton of upside in the strikeout department.