Week 5 in fantasy baseball calls for strategic waiver wire moves, especially for starting pitchers. Among the top picks is Andrew Heaney of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who, despite a fastball under 90 MPH, has been effective with a 5.1% walk rate and an impressive K% of 26.3% in his last four starts. Mitchell Parker of the Washington Nationals also stands out, boasting a 1.39 ERA, but his low strikeout rate may limit his overall value. Landen Roupp from the San Francisco Giants shows promise with a significant K% increase, though inconsistency in his ERA raises questions. Jose Quintana of the Milwaukee Brewers remains a reliable option for controlling ratios and winning potential, albeit with limited strikeout upside. Deeper leagues may find value in Reese Olson of the Detroit Tigers, who has improved rapidly, and Matthew Liberatore from the St. Louis Cardinals, boasting four quality starts. Tobias Myers and Shane Smith, both rostered under 30%, are also worth consideration for streaming options.

The Minnesota Twins faced a disappointing 3-0 defeat against the Chicago White Sox, failing to capitalize on a rainy opportunity at Target Field. Despite their aspirations for a series sweep, the Twins struggled to generate any offensive momentum, experiencing their third shutout of the season. In a game characterized by heavy rain and field delays, the White Sox's Lenyn Sosa and Michael Vargas hit solo home runs, while Joshua Palacios contributed with a bases-loaded walk, showcasing the White Sox's resilience amidst their early season challenges.

Rookie Shane Smith led the charge for Chicago, allowing just four hits in five innings while striking out seven Twins batters, proving crucial in their defensive strategy. Meanwhile, Chris Paddack continued to search for his first win, enduring another tough outing by giving up two runs and failing to find his rhythm on the mound. The Twins had their chances, especially in the sixth inning when they loaded the bases, but failed to convert, a microcosm of their struggles throughout the game.