Identifying 5 top contenders and 5 underdogs to dominate in strikeouts

FAVORITES

1. Spencer Strider, Braves

Reigning strikeout king seeks back-to-back crowns

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2. Gerrit Cole, Yankees

Reliable ace eyes another season atop strikeouts leaderboard.

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3. Corbin Burnes, Orioles

 Consistent force with a penchant for punchouts.

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4. Pablo López, Twins

 Breakout star armed with diverse arsenal aims high.

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5. Kevin Gausman, Blue Jays

Strikeout machine poised to continue dominant run

DARK HORSES

1. Hunter Greene, Reds

 Rising star with electric stuff primed to make noise.

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2. Tyler Glasnow, Dodgers

Power pitcher looking to shine in new surroundings

DARK HORSES

3. Grayson Rodriguez, Orioles

Young flame-thrower ready to emerge as a force

DARK HORSES

4. Eury Pérez, Marlins

Young flame-thrower ready to emerge as a force

DARK HORSES

5. Tarik Skubal, Tigers

Underrated lefty armed with newfound hype and velocity

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