Tyler Holton

Tyler Holton will open up for the Tigers in Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Holton figures to pitch the first inning or two before a bulk reliever takes over in the middle innings for Detroit.

Tyler Holton will serve as the opener Sunday vs the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

Holton has served as an opener two other times this season. He'll look to turn around what has been a tough month of June, where he has allowed five runs in 7.1 innings. Sawyer Gipson-Long is expected to follow him as the bulk reliever.

Tyler Holton tossed 1.2 innings, giving up one run on one hit with two strikeouts in Tuesday’s start.

Fantasy Impact

Holton dropped his ERA to 3.32 across 19 innings, now with 19 strikeouts and a 1.16 WHIP. His usage as a short-stint opener limits his standalone fantasy value, but his ability to keep ratios clean makes him quietly effective in deep daily-move leagues.

Tyler Holton allowed two earned runs and struck out one in his inning against the Orioles on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

His outing contributed to a rough 7-1 defeat for the Tigers. Despite this hiccup, Holton's season has been impressive, boasting a 2.30 ERA and a 0.80 WHIP over 63 appearances. His performance in this game, however, might raise some eyebrows among fantasy managers given his otherwise stellar season stats. The two earned runs allowed could be a minor blip in an otherwise solid campaign, but fantasy managers should keep an eye on his next few outings to ensure this isn't the start of a downward trend. His role as a reliable setup man with occasional saves opportunities should keep him relevant in most fantasy formats.

Tyler Holton delivered a flawless performance, tossing two hitless innings with two strikeouts in the Tigers' 3-1 victory over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

This outing exemplifies Holton's ability to maintain control and efficiency, as evidenced by his zero walks and hits allowed. With a season ERA now potentially dipping below 2.12 and a WHIP that could improve on an already impressive 0.76, Holton continues to solidify his role as a reliable asset in fantasy leagues, particularly in formats that value holds and middle relief appearances. His consistent strikeout ability, coupled with a high strikeout-to-walk ratio, makes him a valuable pickup for those in need of quality innings and occasional saves.