Kenta Maeda

Kenta Maeda will not make his next scheduled start and has been moved to the bullpen “for the foreseeable future,” per manager A.J. Hinch.

Fantasy Impact

Maeda was tagged for six earned runs in his last start and carries a 7.26 ERA this season. The Tigers have not announced who will take Maeda’s place in the rotation.

Kenta Maeda had a rough day at the office, allowing six earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out two over just 2 2/3 innings in Tuesday's 9-8 loss to the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

This performance further inflates his already bloated ERA to 7.26 and WHIP to 1.58 for the season, signaling ongoing struggles. Maeda's inability to limit hits and runs this season, coupled with a low strikeout rate of 6.9 K/9, makes him a risky play in all fantasy formats. His high ERA and WHIP are particularly concerning, diminishing his value significantly. Fantasy managers should consider other options, as Maeda's current form and stats do not inspire confidence for future starts.

Kenta Maeda allowed nine runs on nine hits over 3 2/3 innings on Thursday against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Maeda added three strikeouts and three walks in the loss. His ERA has ballooned to 6.71 on the season following his recent struggles.

Kenta Maeda allowed two earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four over 5 1/3 innings in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

This performance was emblematic of Maeda's struggles this season, maintaining a bloated 5.76 ERA and a 1.42 WHIP through 14 starts. His 6.8 K/9 and 5.38 FIP suggest he's not missing many bats and is giving up his fair share of hard hits, evidenced by a .301 BABIP. Fantasy managers should view Maeda as a risky play, mostly viable in deeper leagues or as a streaming option against less formidable lineups. His inability to work deep into games or secure wins consistently further limits his appeal in standard fantasy formats.

Kenta Maeda allowed three earned runs on eight hits while striking out five over 4 2/3 innings in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

This outing did little to reassure fantasy managers about Maeda's current form, as his season ERA climbed to an unsettling 6.00. With a WHIP of 1.43 and a declining strikeout rate now standing at 6.8 K/9, his ability to contribute positively in fantasy lineups is becoming increasingly dubious. The lack of walks in this game is a small silver lining, but it's overshadowed by the consistent contact he's allowing to opposing hitters. Owners might need to consider benching Maeda until he shows signs of a substantial turnaround.