WATCHLIST: Thornton, Banuelos lead intriguing crop of summer pitching options

The WatchList is a quick-hit look at those minor-league prospects who may be on the verge of a call-up, whether it be due to injury on the big-league club or sterling performance. Many of the players on the WatchList are not top-level prospects, but instead players who could hold some short-term fantasy value in the right situation. Of course, there are many unknowns when it comes to call-ups, but many of these are reserve-worthy players if your league rules allow minor-league pickups.

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Trent Thornton (RHP, HOU)
It's no secret that the Astros rotation is good, perhaps historically good. But Houston has also been the beneficiary of exceptional health with respect to their starters, and at some point, one would have to expect that a...

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