Joe Boyle

In what could be described as a much-needed turnaround, Joe Boyle delivered an impressive performance against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, guiding the Oakland Athletics to a 7-1 victory.

Fantasy Impact

Over 5 innings, Boyle limited the Tigers to just 2 hits and 3 walks while striking out 6, earning his first win of the season. This outing was a stark contrast to his earlier season struggles, where he posted a bloated 8.22 ERA and a 2.22 WHIP over his first two starts. Despite the rough start to the season, Boyle's latest performance, coupled with an impressive 11.7 K/9 rate, suggests that he has the potential to overcome his early setbacks. His high strikeout rate continues to make him an intriguing fantasy option, especially in leagues that reward strikeouts heavily. However, his high ERA and WHIP are red flags that fantasy managers should not ignore. If Boyle can build on this performance and start to bring down those numbers, he could become a valuable asset. For now, fantasy managers should consider him a high-risk, high-reward option, particularly in deeper leagues or as a streaming candidate against favorable matchups.

Joe Boyle took the loss Monday against the Red Sox, allowing eight runs (seven earned) on eight hits across 2 2/3 innings with four strikeouts and four walks.

Fantasy Impact

It was a rough start to the season for Boyle, allowing eight runs and four walks. He will look to bounce back in his next start.

Joe Boyle has won the A's fifth starter job and will begin the season on the Opening Day roster.

Fantasy Impact

Boyle made his MLB debut last September and finished the 2023 season with an impressive 1.69 ERA over 16 innings pitched. He could be a valuable player to keep an eye on in AL-only leagues, and a solid waiver add in mixed leagues early in the season.

The Oakland A's have acquired pitcher Joe Boyle from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for fellow hurler Sam Moll.

Fantasy Impact

Boyle, 23, has spent the season at Double-A, working to a 4.50 ERA alongside a big-time 31.5% K% across 19 starts. However, the right-hander has also struggled mightily with his command, posting a huge 19.4% BB%, continuing a concerning trend throughout his minor-league career.