Mitch Keller allowed one earned run on five hits and one walk while striking out four over six innings in Friday's win against the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

This performance leaves him with an ERA of 1.50 after his season debut and showcases his ability to limit damage, making him a reliable option in fantasy leagues. With a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio and favorable WHIP, Keller's early-season form suggests he could be a valuable asset moving forward.

Mitch Keller will start the second game of the season for the Pirates on Friday against the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Keller will follow Paul Skenes in the starting rotation for Pittsburgh. He threw three scoreless innings in his final spring training start.

Mitch Keller allowed three earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

This performance encapsulates Keller's season struggles with consistency, as his ERA nudged up to 4.25 and WHIP to 1.30. Despite a decent strikeout rate of 8.4 K/9, his inability to minimize damage has been a recurring theme, reflected in his 4.08 FIP and 12 losses. Fantasy managers should be wary of relying on Keller, as his fluctuating performances offer more risk than reward, especially in critical matchups. His current form suggests limited upside for those in standard mixed leagues.

Mitch Keller struggled mightily in Friday's 8-3 loss to the Reds, surrendering eight earned runs on seven hits and five walks while striking out only one across three innings.

Fantasy Impact

This performance significantly tarnishes what had been a relatively stable season for Keller, whose ERA ballooned to 4.21 and WHIP to 1.29. Given the sharp decline in command and the explosion of runs allowed, fantasy managers should be concerned about his reliability as the season winds down. His strikeout rate, which was a decent 8.3 K/9, took a hit today, further clouding his appeal in strikeout-heavy formats. This outing may necessitate a cautious approach from fantasy managers in his future starts.

Mitch Keller allowed three earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out six over six innings in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

This performance slightly tarnishes what has been a solid season for Keller, who now holds a 3.87 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP through 29 starts. His ability to maintain a decent strikeout rate (8.4 K/9) and a reasonable strikeout-to-walk ratio (3.70) continues to make him a viable option in most fantasy formats. However, his inconsistency in run prevention, as evidenced by a 4.02 FIP, suggests that fantasy managers should temper expectations and consider matchups carefully when deploying him in their lineups.