Dylan Cease shifted gears in the second half, branching beyond his usual four-seam/sinker duo. The curve is growing as a weapon against lefties, while the sinker is carving up-right strides, reducing third-time-through penalties. The result: a deeper arsenal that can tamp down hard contact and sustain strikeouts. Cristian Javier’s season debut in Houston showcased elite velocity spikes (93.5 mph) and a broadened mix, including a sweeper and a new sinker, signaling a true spike in upside if command follows. Cade Cavalli’s two-start sample in Washington underscored top-tier fastball velocity (97.6 mph) and a multi-pitch approach (sinker, curve, cutter, changeup) designed to attack both sides of the plate, though command remains the lingering hurdle. Dustin May’s Boston transition reveals a deliberate reshaping: less sinker, more four-seamer and cutter with a steadier two-pitch pairing, paired with a more flexible two-strike strategy. Ryan Bergert’s Royals run features a rise in fastball height and new sweeper usage, plus a clearer plan to pair the two primary breakers with a potential changeup. The piece also glances at Spencer Arrighetti’s season arc, Aaron Judge’s top-tier fantasy status after a strong update, and Zack Wheeler’s shoulder questions shaping the closer and rotation chatter. In fantasy terms, the week’s trend is clear: deeper, diversified arsenals can turn solid talent into sustained upside, but consistency and command will ultimately decide who to buy and who to fade.