Richard Fitts

Richard Fitts underwent season-ending surgery to address the lat strain that landed him on the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts will miss the rest of this season. He is expected to make a full recovery heading into 2027.

Acquired from the Red Sox over the winter, Fitts made three Grapefruit League starts and posted a 9:3 K:BB while allowing six earned runs on nine hits across 9.1 innings. Kyle Leahy and Andre Pallante claimed the final two spots in the Cardinals' Opening Day rotation.

Fantasy Impact

The Cardinals optioned Fitts to Triple-A Memphis Wednesday.

Richard Fitts was traded to St. Louis on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts is one of the two young pitchers, along with Brandon Clark, heading to the Cardinals in exchange for Sonny Gray. Fitts appeared in 11 games (10 starts) for the Red Sox in 2025, posting a 5.00 ERA across 45 innings. He will likely get a chance to compete for a spot in the Cardinals' rotation next spring.

The Red Sox placed RHP Richard Fitts on the 15-day injured list with right arm neuritis.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts suffered the injury in Monday's appearance against the Orioles. Jovani Moran was recalled as the corresponding move.

Richard Fitts was removed from Monday’s appearance against the Orioles with right biceps tightness.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts is scheduled to be further evaluated. There should be an update on his status later in the week.