Jake Arrieta

Phillies starter Jake Arrieta walked four batters and did not allow a hit or any runs over four innings in Friday's win over the Detroit Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Arrieta's overall numbers and underlying metrics have been trending in the wrong direction for several years now, and there is no reason to think that 2020 will be any different. Now 34 years old, the veteran right-hander also dealt with bone spurs in his pitching elbow last season. It is possible that the since-corrected bone spurs contributed to at least last season's poor numbers, but there is little reason for optimism heading into this year.

The Phillies placed starter Jake Arrieta on the injured list on Wednesday, and he will undergo tests on Thursday to determine whether or not he will have season-ending surgery on his ailing elbow, according to reports.

Fantasy Impact

Arrieta has been pitching through bone spurs in his elbow for this last several starts, and the issue has apparently gotten progressively worse. While the tests will provide more information and the official word, Arrieta is expecting to have surgery and be shut down for the rest of the season.

Phillies starter Jake Arrieta allowed five earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five over three innings in a no-decision against the Giants on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Arrieta has been pitching through bone spurs in his elbow for some time now and increasingly looks to be uncomfortable on the mound. He only threw 66 pitches on Sunday, and he seemed frustrated with the elbow after the game, questioning whether or not he would be able to continue pitching through the injury. Look for an update on his status this week, but it is probably time to look elsewhere for pitching depth in all formats.

Phillies starter Jake Arrieta allowed two earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out five over five innings in a no-decision against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Arrieta continues to pitch through a bone spur in his elbow and continues to have short outings, as he has not completed six innings of work since the end of June. His next start is scheduled to come against the Giants in San Francisco.

Phillies starter Jake Arrieta allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out five over four innings against the Giants but had to leave the game after just 71 pitches due to elbow soreness. He did not factor into the decision.

Fantasy Impact

Arrieta has been pitching through a bone spur in his elbow for a few weeks now and said after the game that it was bothering him during Thursday's start. He is apparently going to continue to pitch through his elbow pain, but don't be surprised if he continues to leave games early. He hasn't completed six innings of work since the end of June. His next start is scheduled to come against the Diamondbacks in Arizona.