Stephen Strasburg

Stephen Strasburg allowed four runs over six innings on Sunday against the Rockies. He gave up four hits and walked one while striking out five, and allowed three of his four runs in the sixth inning. He did not factor into the decision.

Fantasy Impact

Strasburg was his usual self for most of the game before running into trouble in the sixth inning. Though inconsistent, he's been excellent overall this season (3.08 ERA, 0.99 WHIP), and will look to continue against the Dodgers next weekend.

Stephen Strasburg tossed eight shutout innings against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday, striking out eight while allowing three hits and two walks to earn the win.

Fantasy Impact

Strasburg is off to a strong start this season, posting a 2.21 ERA while striking out 21 batters over 20 1/3 innings. He looks to keep it going next time out against the Rockies at home.

Stephen Strasburg struggled in Thursday's 8-2 loss to the Mets giving up four earned runs on five hits. He did strike out six batters, but also walked two and gave up two home runs over six innings of work.

Fantasy Impact

Strasburg threw 65 strikes over 92 pitches for the game and ended with an ERA of 3.65. This was a rough outing for Strasburg who was even caught on a balk and hit a batter. He still remains a top level pitcher so look for him to get back on track in his next outing.

Stephen Strasburg allowed three runs (one earned) on eight hits over 6 1/3 innings on Saturday versus the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

Strasburg picked up the win while striking out seven and walking just one. It's a great start to the year for 29-year-old who finished third in last year's Cy Young voting. Strasburg's next start will come in Washington's home opener on Thursday versus the Mets.

Stephen Strasburg struck out 12 over seven scoreless innings in Game 4 of the NLDS on Wednesday, leading the Nationals to a 5-0 victory over the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Strasburg allowed three hits and walked two. He (as well as the organization) received a lot of criticism this afternoon for their handling of the situation, in regards to who would start this game, but Strasburg was clearly the right decision. He has now made two starts in this series and has yet to give up an earned run. Game 5 will be played back in Washington on Thursday night.