But starting pitchers are truly the kings of the small sample size, especially when the calendar inevitably flips to August. Now, there are a few landmines you probably are all too familiar with in starting pitcher land as we approach the end of the season. And with 13 quality starts and a 3.57 ERA across 116 innings this season, he’s been that. Maybe you can deal him, especially after he’s allowed just two runs in his last two starts. With a 2.39 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in 52.2 innings this season, he’s certainly earned it.