Luis Castillo

Luis Castillo allowed two runs on two hits over six innings in the Reds' 3-2 win over the Astros on Monday. He walked six and struck out seven while improving to 7-1.

Fantasy Impact

The six walks are worrisome, but Castillo was otherwise stellar in a tough matchup. Walks have been a problem for him all season, as he's walked multiple batters in each of his last five starts. With a 4.52 BB/9, we cannot reasonably expect Castillo to maintain a sub-3 ERA. He's still a must-start pitcher, but these walks will come back to haunt him at some point. His next start comes Saturday vs. Milwaukee.

Luis Castillo allowed one run on four hits over six innings in the Reds' 2-1 extra innings loss to the Indians on Tuesday. He walked two and struck out six in the no-decision.

Fantasy Impact

Castillo keeps rolling, as this was his second straight start allowing just one run. He now has a 2.31 ERA and 29% K rate on the season, both elite marks. His ERA will surely regress, but Castillo is looking like a front line starter regardless. His next start comes Monday vs. Houston.

Luis Castillo allowed (three runs) two earned on six hits over 5 1/3 innings in the Reds' 8-5 loss to the Pirates on Sunday. He walked four and struck out four in the no decision.

Fantasy Impact

Castillo was less than sharp in this one, and makes back-to-back questionable outings for him. He's still rocking a stellar 2.45 ERA, and the only major red flag is his 4.13 BB/9. Castillo should be fine if he can reign in the walks just a bit. His next start comes Sunday vs. Washington.

Luis Castillo allowed four runs on five hits over 2.2 innings in the Reds' 11-9 loss to the Brewers on Wednesday. He walked three and struck out two in the no decision.

Fantasy Impact

Even the best pitchers churn out a stinker now and then, and that's exactly what happened to Castillo in this one. He had trouble commanding his pitches, and served up a pair of home runs early in the game. He'll get a chance to rebound Tuesday vs. Pittsburgh.

Luis Castillo allowed two runs on two hits over 5.1 innings in the Reds' 4-2 win over the Cubs on Thursday. He walked one and struck out six while improving to 5-1.

Fantasy Impact

Castillo only went 76 pitches in this one, which is disappointing since he was pitching well prior to exiting. He now has a 1.90 ERA and 5-1 record on the year with an 11.09 K/9 in 61.2 innings. He seems to have made the leap towards acehood this season, and should finish as a top-20 pitcher. His next start comes Wednesday at Milwaukee.