Homer Bailey

Homer Bailey picked up his third win of the season Tuesday against the Pirates. Bailey pitched six innings of one run ball. Bailey also struck out three and walked two. The Reds beat the Pirates 9-1 Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact

Homer Bailey does not have a lot of fantasy value at this time. From the eye ball test it is still noticeable that Bailey is trying to get back into the groove. Bailey has been injury plagued over the past couple of years so its understandable for an adjustment period to take place. At this time I would not roster him in leagues smaller than 14 teams.

Homer Bailey allowed two runs over six innings against the Marlins on Friday night. He allowed eight hits and walked two while striking out three. He came up on the wrong side of the decision, however, and is 2-4 on the year.

Fantasy Impact

Bailey has a horrendous 8.56 ERA on the season, but he's allowed two runs or less in three of his six starts. Chances are he won't have any fantasy value this season, but it's possible he just needs a little time to round into form. He'll take on the Yankees in his next start.

Homer Bailey picked up his second win of the season Sunday versus Arizona. Bailey pitched 6 2/3 innings allowing one earned run and striking out five. His control was not ideal as he walked four on the evening. But Bailey led the Reds to a 2-1 victory.

Fantasy Impact

Homer Bailey picked up his second win of the season Sunday. Bailey could have some fantasy value going forward but be careful as he is coming off multiple injury plagued seasons.

Homer Bailey held the Rockies to one run on eight hits with three strikeouts and no walks in Tuesday's win.

Fantasy Impact

It was certainly unexpected considering the pitching environment and Bailey's start to the season. The Rockies are not a good offense at this point, even at home, so owners considering Bailey may want to see more. However, his first two starts did come against the Nationals and Brewers, and Bailey was returning from serious injury. He could be a deeper target to monitor moving into the second half of the season.

Homer Bailey could rejoin the Reds' rotation this weekend. He's told reporters that he's ready to return, but it is now up to the team.

Fantasy Impact

Bailey has allowed only two runs spanning 16 2/3 rehab innings, striking out 17 while walking only three batters over that span. His fastball velocity is topping out in the mid-90s, which is a good sign. He's been largely unavailable over the past few seasons, but he's certainly worth monitoring and potentially a stash in deeper leagues.