Russ Ortiz

On this the 233rd anniversary of this country's independence from the tyrannous British (current company of Englishmen here excused, of course), my gift to the American people is simple, simple I say. I give you the gift of Quality. Quality Starts, that is. Quality Starts backed by research, tireless hours, and wearing my fingers down to the bone. So America, here is the gift I give you to as we celebrate our freedom. Who would've thought that in July we'd have a Yankee and Red Sox pitcher who both qualify for this? Not I...

Russ Ortiz (R), HOU (8% Owned) @ Tim Lincecum (R), SF

I'll be honest. Today sucked. I spent seven straight hours grading standardized exams, and followed it up by playing the worst round of golf of my life. So my head's not exactly all there right now. It's a mixture of mush and anger all balled up into a pissed off sandwich that I'm ready to cram down someone's pie hole. Don't let it be you. You've been warned. What was I saying again? Oh yes, who do I like tomorrow? Well, to be honest, my favorite play of the day is Oakland RHP Vin Mazzaro; but since he's owned in 59% of Yahoo! Plus Leagues, I can't officially take him. If he's available to you, though, do yourself a favor. Now, as for those who qualify...

Russ Ortiz (R), HOU (4% Owned) vs Zack Greinke (R), KC