Ross Stripling

Ross Stripling started and went three innings on Wednesday versus the Padres, giving up three runs on four hits while striking out seven.

Fantasy Impact

Stripling hasn't pitched more than three innings in an appearance since the middle of the summer. He's expected to be used out of the bullpen for the Dodgers' playoff run.

Ross Stripling pitched three innings in Wednesday's start in Baltimore, allowing one run on three hits while striking out two.

Fantasy Impact

Stripling missed all of August with a neck injury and doesn't have the arm strength to pitch deep into games right now. He'll primarily be used a reliever for the playoffs and doesn't offer any fantasy value for the rest of 2019.

Ross Stripling threw three shutout inning on Sunday versus the Diamondbacks, allowing just two hits while striking out two.

Fantasy Impact

Stripling isn't stretched out enough to be used as a traditional starter right now, but it was still nice to see him pitch well. This was his first appearance since July 24th and he now owns a 3.50 ERA through 79 2/3 innings this year. It'll be worth monitoring how the Dodgers plan to use Stripling moving forward.

Ross Stripling (neck discomfort) has been shut down for an additional week.

Fantasy Impact

Stripling has been dealing with the neck issue since late July. Given how long it'll take him to build back up his arm strength, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he will most likely come back as a reliever this season. Therefore, Stripling can be dropped in most fantasy leagues.

Ross Stripling was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with right biceps tightness.

Fantasy Impact

It was previously reported as a neck issue, and now it is a biceps injury, which can be more concerning. He may require more than minimum 10 days to get healthy. Julio Urias seems like the most likely option to take Stripling's spot in the rotation.