Jose Alvarado
RP - Philadelphia Phillies
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Jose Alvarado retired the Padres in order with two strikeouts to earn the save on Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Alvarado needed just 11 pitches to record his fifth save on the season.
Jose Alvarado notched a save in a tight 7-6 victory over the Rockies.
Fantasy Impact
He allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning of work. Despite a rocky start to the season with a 5.40 ERA, Alvarado's performance in this game could hint at a turnaround, especially considering his solid WHIP of 1.20 and a promising 9.7 K/9 rate. His ability to close games without issuing walks, as seen in this outing, adds a layer of reliability for fantasy managers looking for saves. However, his high ERA still warrants caution. Fantasy managers should monitor if his FIP of 3.26, significantly lower than his ERA, indicates better performances ahead.
Jose Alvarado (elbow) will face live hitters Friday and could start a minor league rehab assignment Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Alvardo was set to throw Thursday, but the live BP was rained out. He will likely need a few rehab appearances coming back from elbow inflammation. Another update should come after his throwing session, but a late-August return is a possibility.
Jose Alvarado (elbow) has not been cleared to throw after receiving a cortisone injection on July 10.
Fantasy Impact
Alvarado reportedly no longer has swelling in his left elbow and is felling good. However, he has not been cleared to throw and there does not appear to be a timetable, per Phillies’ manager Rob Thomson. Fantasy managers should expect Alvarado to continue to rest until the team doctors clear him to throw.
Jose Alvarado has been placed on the 15-day IL due to left elbow inflammation, retroactive to July 7th.
Fantasy Impact
This is not welcoming news as Alvarado will go on the IL for the second time this season due to elbow inflammation. It's unclear how long he will be out, but it's possible that this could be a lengthy absence. Craig Kimbrel should be the primary closer especially with Alvarado out.
