
Ken Giles
RP - SEA - IL60
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Eligibility
Ken Giles has a tendon issue in his right middle finger and has been shut down from throwing for several weeks.
Fantasy Impact
Giles seemed likely to factor into save opportunities for Seattle but that will be put on hold for the time being. Giles is returning from Tommy John surgery as well. He will be shut down from throwing for several weeks, so it is likely he does not pitch for the first month of the season.
Mariners RHP Ken Giles (elbow) will not pitch this season under any circumstances.
Fantasy Impact
Giles underwent Tommy John surgery last September. He signed a two-year deal with the Mariners during the offseason, but won’t pitch in 2021. Mariners manager Scott Servais confirmed Gile won’t pitch this season. “There is no chance of that happening. We will not let that happen.” Giles is worth stashing in dynasty league formats, but fantasy managers can avoid the RHP in 2021 re-drafts.
Ken Giles has agreed to a multi-year deal with the Seattle Mariners, according to Shannon Drayer.
Fantasy Impact
Giles got Tommy John surgery in September 2020, so it is unclear whether or not he will make an impact in 2021. Last year, Giles had a 9.82 ERA in 3.2 innings pitched. This move is more about 2022 for Seattle.
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic writes free agent RHP Ken Giles (elbow) might not sign with a team until May or June.
Fantasy Impact
Rosenthal adds that Giles could also push the decision until October. He's expected to miss the entire '21 campaign after undergoing Tommy John surgery.
Blue Jays reliever Ken Giles underwent Tommy John surgery on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
The surgery was a success. Giles, who is going to be a free agent this winter, will likely miss the entire 2021 campaign.
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