Maholm

[scottyk9]

I'm wondering why Paul Maholm doesn't seem to be on many peoples radar. He had an excellent season with a terrible team last year and by the looks of his spring so far he should have an even better season this year. I have him on my roster but am not sure whether to start him or Mike Pelfrey as my fifth starter.

[Padres Fan]

I would go Maholm for sure, he gets negitive press because he plays with a $hitty team...I like him since he ballances out my team ERA and WHIP, doesnt embarrass with K's either

[TheDudeAbides]

I like Maholm, and think he is worthy of at least a bench position on most fantasy teams or even as a 4th/5th starter.

As mentioned before me, the fact he is a Pirate is an insta-turnoff for most, but he had some very solid numbers last season and should be able to follow that up this year.

[Pogotheostrich]

Good ratios, sub par K's and wins.
He's a nice guy to have at the back of your fantasy staff but I don't have high expectations.

[ScottishBaseballFan]

I've got Maholm in a number of my teams this season. Under the radar due to team he plays for, but its a good late pick that will help with ERA/WHIP.

[Jibmasterflex]

He is a good guy to spot start if you want good ERA, WHIP and he even gets some strikeouts sometimes, just dont expect too many wins, becuase even sometimes when he pitches great the pirates still lose

[Padres Fan]

He is a good compliment pitcher to have, I have Webb, Johan Santana, Peavy, Slowey, Garza and Maholm on my staff

[DannyG]

Thoughts on him today vs STL?! I'm thinking he'll be alright but thats mainly based on his spring...

[ScottishBaseballFan]

I'm benching Maholm today. Really like him though, but think it'll be a tough outing for him

[TheDudeAbides]

I would bench him today too.

The weather in Stl today is nasty, so it is hard to think either pitcher will last in the game too long. I think both will be pulled before the 5th or in the 5th.