Fantasy Baseball News

Sonny Gray earned the win as the Cardinals narrowly defeated the Angels 7-6 on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Gray allowed five earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out nine over six innings. Despite the shaky outing, Gray's season-long metrics, including a solid 3.05 ERA and an impressive 11.5 K/9, suggest this performance is more of a blip than a trend. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate and a commendable 6.63 strikeout-to-walk ratio continues to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues.

Dylan Cease took the loss Tuesday, allowing three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out eight over 5 2/3 innings against the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact: Cease's performance still showcased his ability to rack up strikeouts, maintaining a strong 11.1 K/9 rate. However, his ERA slightly rose to 2.45, and his WHIP remained impressive at 0.78. Fantasy managers should note that while Cease's BABIP of .197 suggests some luck, his high strikeout numbers and solid ratios indicate he remains a top-tier starting option in all formats.

Logan Gilbert took the mound Tuesday, allowing three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out seven over 6 2/3 innings.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the loss, Gilbert's season metrics remain strong, boasting a 3.07 ERA and a 0.95 WHIP through nine starts. His 9.4 K/9 and 3.39 strikeout-to-walk ratio continue to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues.

Gavin Stone delivered a solid performance in the Dodgers' 10-2 victory over the Giants on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Stone allowed one earned run on five hits and three walks while striking out two over six innings. This outing continues a season in which Stone has maintained a commendable 2.45 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP through eight starts. Despite a lower-than-average strikeout rate of 5.9 K/9, his ability to limit runs and manage games effectively is evident.

Nick Pivetta delivered a strong performance against the Rays, tossing 5 2/3 innings while allowing only four hits and two earned runs with eight strikeouts.

Fantasy Impact: Despite his efforts, Pivetta did not factor into the decision, as the Red Sox edged out a 5-4 victory. His season numbers, including a 3.48 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP, suggest he's been quite effective, though his 5.19 FIP indicates some underlying concerns that could spell trouble. His high strikeout rate remains a boon for fantasy managers, but they should be wary of potential regression.

Cal Quantrill delivered a solid performance in Tuesday's 6-3 victory over the Padres, allowing just one earned run on six hits and three walks while striking out five over six innings.

Fantasy Impact: Quantrill continues to anchor the Rockies' rotation, as he has now worked at least six innings while allowing one run or fewer in five of his last six starts. With a 3.66 ERA across 51 2/3 innings to this point, it's time for fantasy managers in deeper leagues to give him at least a bit of attention.

Joe Ross delivered a solid performance, allowing two earned runs on just two hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings in Tuesday's 4-3 win against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marks a positive shift for Ross, who has struggled with a 4.61 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through his first eight starts of the season. His ability to limit hits and maintain a decent strikeout rate in this game could hint at potential improvements, although his season-long metrics suggest caution.

Hunter Greene delivered a strong performance in the Reds' 6-2 win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, allowing two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out five across seven innings.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a solid season for Greene, who now boasts a 3.27 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP through 10 starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (10.0 K/9) while keeping his walks relatively low contributes significantly to his fantasy value. Given his consistent performance and a favorable 3.33 FIP, Greene remains a reliable option in fantasy rotations, particularly in leagues that value strikeouts and WHIP.

Carlos Rodon delivered a strong performance in Tuesday's 5-1 win over the Twins, allowing just one earned run on six hits and no walks while striking out six over six innings.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a solid season for Rodon, who now boasts a 2.94 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP through ten starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (9.0 K/9) while keeping the walks down (evidenced by a 3.50 strikeout-to-walk ratio) makes him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues. The consistent performance, coupled with a sustainable .276 BABIP, suggests that Rodon should remain a reliable option for fantasy managers looking for quality starts and strikeouts.

Michael Wacha delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on three hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings in Tuesday's 4-2 victory over the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marked a significant improvement for Wacha, who now carries a less-than-stellar 4.71 ERA and 1.37 WHIP. His ability to limit hits and maintain a high strikeout count in this outing suggests potential for better consistency, which could make him a more reliable option in fantasy rotations. However, his overall season metrics, including a high ERA and WHIP, should keep expectations in check. Fantasy managers would do well to monitor his next few starts closely to see if this performance is a turning point.

Ryan Weathers delivered a masterclass against the Tigers, tossing eight scoreless innings, allowing just three hits, no walks, and striking out four in a tight 1-0 victory for the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact: With a 3.81 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP after this outing, Weathers is shaping up to be a fairly reliable option in fantasy leagues, especially considering his improved command demonstrated by not issuing a single walk. His low strikeout rate might still be a concern for those needing whiffs, but his ability to limit runs and hits can't be overlooked. Moving forward, fantasy managers should consider matchups carefully, but Weathers could be a solid play in deeper leagues or as a streaming option when conditions are right.

Reese Olson delivered a masterful performance, allowing zero earned runs on just three hits and striking out six over eight innings in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact: Despite Olson's stellar outing, he was left without a win, a recurring theme this season given his winless record. His season ERA now impressively stands at 2.09 with a WHIP of 0.99, indicating high-level pitching, but his win-loss record doesn't reflect his effectiveness due to poor run support.

Erick Fedde delivered a masterful performance in Tuesday's 4-0 victory over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Fedde tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and no walks while striking out six. This outing continues what has been a strong season for Fedde, who now boasts a 2.60 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP through ten starts. His ability to maintain a solid strikeout rate (8.7 K/9) while keeping the walks down (evidenced by a 3.57 strikeout-to-walk ratio) enhances his fantasy value significantly.

Chris Sale dazzled against the Chicago Cubs, tossing seven scoreless innings in a 7-0 victory for the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Sale allowed just two hits and no walks while striking out nine. This performance underscores Sale's dominance this season, evidenced by his improved 2.54 ERA and 0.89 WHIP. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (11.1 K/9) alongside a superb strikeout-to-walk ratio (7.63) continues to make him a top-tier fantasy option. Given his consistency and the underlying metrics like a 2.57 FIP and a sustainable .274 BABIP, fantasy managers should feel confident in Sale's ability to remain an elite starter in all formats.

Aaron Nola delivered a masterclass performance against the New York Mets, tossing a complete game shutout with only four hits allowed and no walks while striking out eight in the Phillies' 4-0 victory on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: This outing was a pristine display of control and efficiency, lowering Nola's ERA to 3.26 and WHIP to 1.10 for the season. His ability to suppress runs while maintaining a solid strikeout rate and excellent command (evidenced by his 3.67 strikeout-to-walk ratio) reinforces his status as a top-tier fantasy starter.

Kyle Finnegan picked up his 13th save of the season in the top half of Tuesday's doubleheader against the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Finnegan did give up two hits, but he also struck out one while not allowing a run and making the Nationals 6-3 lead hold up. Finnegan is having an exceptional season to this point, securing 13 of 14 save chances and sporting a 1.56 ERA across 17 1/3 innings.

Emmanuel Clase secured his 12th save of the season, tossing a hitless frame while walking one in the Guardians' 7-4 win over the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite not recording a strikeout in this appearance, Clase's performance continues to bolster his already impressive season statistics. With a minuscule 0.42 ERA and a 0.66 WHIP, he remains a top-tier option in fantasy leagues.

James McArthur earned a save despite allowing an earned run in his 1 1/3 innings against the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact: McArthur gave up two hits and struck out three batters in the Royals' 4-2 victory. This performance, while not spotless, still added to his save tally, bringing his season total to 10. McArthur's ability to strike out batters remains a strong point, as evidenced by his 9.6 K/9 rate, but his elevated ERA of 4.58 and WHIP of 1.37 this season might raise concerns for fantasy managers relying on him for consistent saves.

Ryan Helsley locked down his 13th save of the season in a tight 7-6 victory over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed one hit and struck out two in a clean inning of work. This performance continues a stellar season for Helsley, who boasts a 1.35 ERA and a 0.85 WHIP through 21 appearances. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (10.4 K/9) and an exceptional strikeout-to-walk ratio (11.50) makes him one of the most reliable closers in fantasy baseball right now.

Alec Burleson went 3-for-5 in the Cardinals' 7-6 win over the Angels, delivering a home run, a double, two runs scored, two RBI, and a stolen base.

Fantasy Impact: This performance highlights a promising uptick in Burleson's productivity, as he continues to find his rhythm this season. His season batting average now sits at .272, and with today's home run, he's slowly but surely adding power to his game. The stolen base also offers a glimpse of his potential versatility, which could be a boon for fantasy managers looking for well-rounded outfielders.