Marco Gonzales

Marco Gonzales (forearm) will remain shut down for the next few weeks.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzales has been out of action with a left forearm strain. The team does not expect that he will require surgery, but a timetable will likely not be set until he can start throwing again.

Marco Gonzales was placed on the 15-day IL Sunday with a left forearm strain.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzales was able to complete his start Saturday, but apparently picked up an injury and will now be shut down. The team has recalled Ryan Ryder from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Gonzales’ spot on the roster.

Marco Gonzales turned in a commendable performance against the Orioles on Sunday, delivering six innings of two-run ball in a game the Pirates would go on to win 3-2, though he didn't factor into the decision.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a modest strikeout total of four, Gonzales was efficient, scattering five hits without issuing a walk over 77 pitches. His control and ability to induce weak contact were on full display, aligning with his season-long metrics that include a sterling 2.45 ERA, a 1.00 WHIP, and an impressive 3.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While his 4.9 K/9 might not turn heads in fantasy circles craving strikeouts, his knack for limiting base runners and runs makes him a valuable asset in ERA and WHIP categories. Gonzales's performance today, coupled with his solid start to the season, suggests he could be a steady, if not spectacular, contributor to fantasy rosters, particularly in deeper leagues or as a streaming option in favorable matchups.

Marco Gonzales allowed four hits, two walks, and one earned run in five innings pitched Monday. He struck out two Nationals’ hitters and did not factor into the decision.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzales only trough 77 pitches before being lifted prior to the sixth inning. Fantasy managers should expect the veteran to perform in plus matchups, but struggle against more powerful lineups.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired Marco Gonzales in a trade from the Atlanta Braves.

Fantasy Impact

The Braves, who acquired Gonzales in the trade that got them Jarred Kelenic, now flip the veteran lefty to the Pirates for some cash and a player to be named later. Gonzales should provide some veteran leadership to the starting rotation for Pittsburgh as an innings eater.