Anthony Kay

Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a two-year, $12 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Kay owns a career 5.59 ERA and 1.60 WHIP across 85.1 innings pitched between the Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago Cubs and New York Mets. He last appeared in the big leagues in 2023 before spending the past two seasons in the Japan Central League, where he posted an impressive 1.74 ERA and 0.98 WHIP across 155 innings. He’s expected to open the 2026 season in Chicago’s rotation.

Anthony Kay is reportedly expected to return to the MLB after two years in Japan.

Fantasy Impact

Kay dominated for Yokohama this past season to the tune of a 1.74 ERA over 155 innings. He could draw some interest when he returns to the majors.

The Mets have claimed pitcher Anthony Kay off waivers from the Chicago Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

It's a full-circle move for Key as he was drafted by the Mets in the first round of the 2016 MLB draft before being traded to the Blue Jays in the R.A. Dickey deal. The left-hander has largely struggled in the big leagues with a career 5.60 ERA across 41 appearances (seven starts) spanning only 82 innings of work.

Anthony Kay earned the win Thursday after holding the Orioles scoreless across five innings. He allowed five hits and a pair of walks while striking out eight.

Fantasy Impact

Kay was making a spot start in place of Steven Matz (illness), who is expected to rejoin the rotation when he's eligible within the next few days. The 26-year-old has a 1-2 record with a 5.19 ERA and 1.50 WHIP across 26 innings in the majors this year.

Anthony Kay gave up two runs on four hits, four walks and struck out four batters over four innings in his start against the Rays on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

After Friday, Kay now has a 6.62 ERA, 1.64 WHIP and 20 strikeouts over 17 2/3 innings on the season. The 26-year-old lefty is facing the Yankees on the road and should be avoided in most fantasy leagues.