As the fantasy baseball season progresses into Week 6 of 2025, several starting pitchers have emerged as intriguing waiver wire pickups. J.P. Sears of the Athletics boasts a 2.94 ERA and 1.07 WHIP, primarily due to his improved control and increased slider usage. Meanwhile, Matthew Liberatore from the Cardinals shows promise with a 3.44 ERA and a striking improvement in his command. Shane Smith of the White Sox is generating excitement with a 2.23 ERA in his rookie season, supported by a diverse pitch arsenal. Tyler Anderson of the Angels, while consistently solid, remains a streaming option, and Ben Lively of the Guardians shows potential as a matchup-based starter despite a higher SIERA.