Cole Irvin

Cole Irvin earned the win on Sunday against the Royals, allowing four hits across 6 2/3 scoreless innings.

Fantasy Impact

Irvin added two strikeouts and two walks in his first win on the season. He is slated to face Oakland next.

Cole Irvin turned in a mixed outing on Monday, allowing two earned runs on six hits while striking out four across 4.2 innings in a no-decision against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the Orioles' 7-4 victory, Irvin's performance was a slight improvement given his rocky start to the season. His ERA slightly improves to 6.75 and his WHIP remains elevated. Fantasy managers should remain cautious, considering his performance trends and underlying metrics.

Cole Irvin's latest outing against the Red Sox didn't do much to reassure fantasy managers about his place in their rotations, as he allowed five earned runs over five innings in a game the Orioles ultimately won 7-5.

Fantasy Impact

With a season ERA now ballooning to 8.10 and a WHIP that's nearing the 2.00 mark, Irvin's early-season struggles are becoming a significant concern. His 6.3 K/9 ratio and 1.40 strikeout-to-walk ratio are far from the numbers fantasy managers hoped for, indicating a lack of dominance and control that's essential for fantasy relevance.

Cole Irvin is considered one of the front-runners for the Orioles final starting rotation spots.

Fantasy Impact

Tyler Wells is the other front-runner. There are two roster spots open with Tyler Wells opening the season on the injured list. Prospects Chayce McDermott, Cade Povich and Justin Armbruester all in camp. Bruce Zimmermann another option.

Cole Irvin signed a one-year deal worth $2 million with the Orioles to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Irvin was traded from the Athletics to Baltimore. He'll compete for a spot at the end of the rotation with the Orioles.