Dallas Keuchel

The Kansas City Royals have signed veteran left-hander Dallas Keuchel to a minor-league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Keuchel threw for teams last week and was reportedly up to 92 mph, a notable figure considering he has averaged 89.1 mph on his heater throughout his big-league career. He will earn $2 million on a prorated level if he reaches the big leagues, but will report to Triple-A Omaha to build up.

Dallas Keuchel has cleared waivers and elected to become a free agent.

Fantasy Impact

Keuchel made four starts for the Brewers beginning in late-June and heading into the All-Star break. The club ultimately decided to designate the veteran lefty for assignment after posting a 5.40 ERA and 1.86 WHIP while averaging just over four frames per outing. Keuchel will now look to catch on with another team after clearing waivers.

The Brewers have designated Dallas Keuchel for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran completed four starts with the Brewers, posting a 5.40 ERA and a 1.86 WHIP. He will hit the waiver wire and could elect to test free agency.

Dallas Keuchel had a rough day on the mound, allowing three earned runs on eight hits while striking out two over three innings in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

This performance continues a concerning trend for Keuchel, whose season ERA now sits at an inflated 5.40, accompanied by a worrisome 1.86 WHIP through his four starts. His inability to limit hits, demonstrated by a high .351 BABIP, and a low strikeout rate of 5.9 K/9, are red flags for fantasy managers. The lack of depth in innings and high run allowance are further diminishing his already limited fantasy appeal. Moving forward, unless Keuchel can find a way to drastically reduce his hits allowed and work deeper into games, he remains a risky play in all fantasy formats.

Dallas Keuchel allowed three hits over 4 1/3 scoreless innings on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

Keuchel did not allow a run, but he did walk five. He remains off the fantasy radar.