Availability
Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) will be place on the IL ahead of Tuesday's game against the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez has made just two starts since returning from t an IL stint due to a knee injury. The veteran righty has really struggled in both outings, and he will now go back on the shelf with a shoulder issue. Lopez is likely done for the regular season.
Reynaldo Lopez gave up five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out two over just three innings in Monday's 7-3 loss to the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez has started two games for the Braves since returning from the IL last week. He's been hit hard in both of them, as the righty just doesn't seem comfortable on the mound. Lopez has surrendered 11 runs on 13 hits and five walks across 7 2/3 innings between the two outings. He could be headed out of the Braves' rotation.
Reynaldo Lopez allowed six runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five over 4 2/3 innings in Wednesday's 7-2 loss to the Rays.
Fantasy Impact
Making his first appearance in more than six weeks due to a knee injury, Lopez did not deliver the type of performance he or the Braves wanted on Wednesday. The veteran righty struggled with his control and was hit hard in the zone. He did at least pick up five strikeouts, but that couldn't stop the Rays' onslaught. Lopez now holds a 4.13 ERA and 1.39 WHIP through 25 games (12 starts) on the season.
The Braves activated RHP Reynaldo López from the 15-day injured list.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez was on the IL since August 2. He was up to 93 pitches in his latest rehab start.
Reynaldo Lopez will be activated from the injured list to start Wednesday’s game against the Rays.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez will return for his first start since July 27. He has been on the injured list with knee inflammation.