Kyle Hendricks

Kyle Hendricks had a rough outing, allowing six earned runs and eight hits over just 1.2 innings in Wednesday's high-scoring affair against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Despite his struggles, the Cubs managed to secure a 14-10 victory. This performance further inflates Hendricks's already elevated ERA to 6.75 and WHIP to 1.53 for the season, signaling ongoing issues with his effectiveness on the mound. Given these metrics and his low strikeout rate of 6.0 K/9, Hendricks's fantasy relevance remains minimal, primarily in deeper leagues or as a streaming option in favorable matchups. His inability to limit base runners or suppress runs significantly diminishes his appeal for fantasy rosters seeking stable pitching stats.

Kyle Hendricks allowed three earned runs over 4 2/3 innings in the Cubs' 6-3 victory against the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the team's win, Hendricks struggled to contain Miami's hitters, surrendering seven hits and two walks without recording any strikeouts. This performance underscores a troubling season for Hendricks, who now sports a 6.33 ERA and a 1.45 WHIP through 23 starts. His inability to strike out batters, evidenced by a mere 6.0 K/9 rate, continues to limit his fantasy appeal. Given these metrics, fantasy managers should be cautious, as his high ERA and WHIP are damaging to ratios, and his low strikeout numbers don't help in categories leagues either.

Kyle Hendricks allowed one earned run over five innings in a narrow 6-5 victory against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

He scattered five hits, struck out two, and walked none, delivering a performance that was a breath of fresh air given his turbulent season stats. With a season ERA of 6.35 and a WHIP of 1.42, Hendricks's latest outing might not turn many heads, but it's a step in the right direction for fantasy managers desperate for stability. His low strikeout rate (6.3 K/9) continues to limit his upside, however, and without the ability to dominate in strikeouts, Hendricks remains a risky play in most fantasy formats.

Kyle Hendricks allowed two earned runs over six innings in Monday's 3-0 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

He gave up five hits and one walk while striking out five. Despite a seemingly decent outing, Hendricks's season-long struggles continue to overshadow his individual game performances. With a ballooning ERA of 6.60 and a WHIP of 1.45 through 21 starts, his reliability as a fantasy option remains questionable. His low strikeout rate of 6.4 K/9 further diminishes his appeal in categories that reward strikeouts. Fantasy managers should be wary of using Hendricks in their lineups, as his performance this season indicates a potential for more disappointing outings.

Kyle Hendricks allowed three earned runs over five innings in a win against the Reds on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

He surrendered four hits and two walks while striking out four. Despite the Cubs' overwhelming 13-4 victory, Hendricks's performance continues to be a concern for fantasy managers. His season ERA now sits uncomfortably high at 6.86, with a WHIP of 1.48, both metrics indicating ongoing struggles. His low strikeout rate of 6.3 K/9 limits his upside in fantasy formats that reward strikeouts. Given these numbers, Hendricks remains a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues or those specifically counting innings pitched.