Justin Verlander inefficient, Astros Fall Short
by Chase Davis | Astros Correspondent | Fri, Apr 26th 8:44am EDT
Justin Verlander pitched 4.1 innings with three hits, four walks, and seven strikeouts despite a no-decision in the Astros' 3-1 loss to the Cubs on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact:
Verlander was pulled after 95 pitches having pitched 4.1 innings, allowing no earned runs while giving up three hits and four walks, and striking out seven. Despite a strong performance that kept his ERA impressive at 1.74, Verlander's inability to go deeper into the game likely frustrated fantasy managers counting on more innings and a potential win. His season stats remain strong, with a solid WHIP of 1.06 and a K/9 of 9.6, indicating that he remains a top-tier fantasy option. However, his high walk rate in this outing could be a point of concern if it becomes a recurring issue.
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