Shane Baz

Baz allowed three earned runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings in Friday's loss to the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

After the outing, Baz now has a 4.50 ERA and 1.56 WHIP with a 0-1 record across three starts. Baz struggled with command, throwing just 59 strikes out of his 100 pitches while walking two. Baz will look to clean that up in his next scheduled start against Arizona.

Shane Baz allowed one unearned run on three hits and three walks over 5 2/3 innings in a 3-2 loss to the Pirates. He struck out five batters and tallied a no-decision.

Fantasy Impact

Baz has been solid in his first two starts of the season, registering a 3.27 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP over 11 innings. The right-hander was one out away from a quality start and did everything to keep the game close. He is expected to make his next start at home against the Giants.

Shane Baz allowed four earned runs on seven hits over 5 1/3 innings pitched in the Orioles’ 8-6 win over the Twins. He struck out four batters and did not issue a walk.

Fantasy Impact

Baz will end his first start in Baltimore with a no-decision. All four earned runs came in a rough second inning in which the first four batters reached base. Baz is expected to make his next start against the Pirates.

Shane Baz and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing a five-year, $68 million contract extension.

Fantasy Impact

Baz was acquired by the Orioles in a trade this past offseason. With the extension, the Orioles will buy out three years of arbitration. They made it an emphasis to address their starting rotation heading into this season.

Shane Baz will start the third game to open the season for the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

Baz will close out the opening series for Baltimore after Trevor Rogers and Kyle Bradish. He was traded to Baltimore back in December.