Triston McKenzie

Triston McKenzie delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on three hits and three walks while striking out six over five innings in Friday's 10-2 victory over the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a much-needed positive shift for McKenzie, whose season had been marred by a bloated 5.00 ERA and 1.61 WHIP entering the game. His ability to limit the Athletics to minimal scoring despite some control issues (three walks) suggests there might be room for improvement, especially considering his low .204 BABIP, which indicates some bad luck in previous outings. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on McKenzie's next starts, as today's performance could be the beginning of a turnaround, but his high FIP and low strikeout-to-walk ratio still raise concerns about his consistency and upside.

Triston McKenzie is reportedly pitching through a torn ligament in his elbow.

Fantasy Impact

McKenzie has posted a 6.23 ERA across 13 innings so far this season. His velocity has been down across his three starts which has been the biggest concern for him moving forward. This appears to be something that will be an issue the rest of the season.

Triston McKenzie managed to keep the Chicago White Sox scoreless over 5.2 innings in a 4-0 victory for the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Despite allowing seven baserunners via hits and walks, McKenzie's Houdini act led him to his first win of the season, a much-needed positive outcome given his rocky start to the 2024 campaign. Prior to this outing, McKenzie's numbers were less than stellar, with a 4.00 ERA and a 1.44 WHIP that raised more than a few eyebrows among fantasy managers. His low strikeout rate (4.0 K/9) and high FIP (5.81) suggested trouble might be brewing, but Monday's performance, albeit against a struggling White Sox lineup, could be a sign of stabilization.

Triston McKenzie took the loss on Monday against the Mariners, allowing five runs (four earned) on four hits across 3 1/3 innings with two strikeouts and two walks.

Fantasy Impact

The big knock on McKenzie was allowing a three-run home run hit by Dominic Canzone. His overall velocity appeared to be down, which will be worth monitoring in his next start.

Triston McKenzie is throwing a simulated game on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

McKenzie was limited to just four starts last season due to multiple injuries. He is reportedly healthy in camp, and will be looking for a big bounce back campaign this season.