George Kirby
SP - Seattle Mariners
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George Kirby is scheduled to make his Cactus League debut on Tuesday against the Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Kirby is coming off another strong campaign for the Mariners. He'll be looking to take another step forward in year three this season as a potential dark horse for AL Cy Young.
George Kirby is reportedly pushing to throw his knuckleball in games.
Fantasy Impact
According to Divish, Kirby throws his knuckleball in flat ground catch and usually throws a few in bullpens. He is expected to stick with his two fastballs, slider and splitter as his primary pitches, but we could see a knuckleball from him every once in a while.
Kirby continued his strong season, tossing six scoreless innings while allowing just five hits and no walks.
Fantasy Impact
With four strikeouts, he now has a solid 8.04 K/9 on the year. With another win added to his total, Kirby's fantasy value remains high heading into the final stretch of the season. His 3.46 ERA and 1.06 WHIP continue to impress, and his 8.68 strikeout-to-walk ratio showcases his excellent control.
Kirby went seven strong innings Wednesday, allowing three earned runs on eight hits, while striking out three and issuing no walks.
Fantasy Impact
With a 3.58 ERA and 1.06 WHIP on the season, Kirby continues to be a reliable fantasy option down the stretch.
George Kirby had a rough outing on Friday against the Rays, allowing four earned runs over 6.1 innings pitched.
Fantasy Impact
Despite recording six strikeouts, Kirby gave up five hits and two walks, resulting in a disappointing performance for fantasy owners. This game adds to Kirby's season-long stats, which include a 3.48 ERA and a 1.05 WHIP. While his 10 wins are respectable, his recent struggles may cause concern for fantasy managers moving forward. It will be important to monitor Kirby's next few starts to see if he can bounce back and regain his earlier success.