Griffin Jax

Griffin Jax allowed six runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five across four innings in Monday's 10-9 loss to the Detroit Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Jax surrendered two runs in the first inning before settling down with a scoreless second. However, he ran into more trouble in the third, allowing back-to-back-to-back home runs as part of a four-run frame. He now owns a 4.76 ERA and 1.47 WHIP with 32 strikeouts across 34 innings this season. His next scheduled start is on Sunday against the Miami Marlins.

Griffin Jax has been cleared to start Monday's series opener against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Jax avoids a trip to the injured list after getting hit by a comebacker in his latest start. He shouldn't be facing any restrictions.

Griffin Jax will start for the Rays on Monday against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Jax departed his last outing Tuesday in Baltimore after being struck in the back by a line drive. It appears he won't miss any time. He has been pitching well since moving into a starting role.

The Rays say Griffin Jax is day-to-day with a back contusion.

Fantasy Impact

Jax left Tuesday's start early after getting hit on his back by a comebacker. He'll figure to continue to be further evaluated.

Griffin Jax was lifted from Tuesday's start after two innings after he was hit in the back by a comeback line drive.

Fantasy Impact

Jax was clearly shaken up after he was drilled by a comebacker, but he shook it off and finished the second inning. However, the right-hander was unable to return to the game in the third. The exact nature and extent of the injury remain unknown.