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Andrew Painter solid in return vs. Orioles

Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

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Andrew Painter allowed two earned runs over six innings while striking out six, earning a no-decision in Friday’s loss to the Orioles.

Painter took the mound with a 2-0 lead and immediately gave it back. A leadoff double by Dylan Beavers got things started for the O’s and was followed by a two-run homer by Pete Alonso to draw things even at 2-2. Despite the rough start, Painter settled in to allow just one hit over his remaining five innings of work while striking out six batters, his most in any game since May 2nd against the Marlins. Painter was promoted from Triple-A to start tonight’s game. If he sticks around for another start, it will most likely come on Wednesday at home against the Nationals.

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Andrew Painter allowed one run in six innings and got a no-decision against the Brewers on Thursday.

Painter gave up five hits, walked three and struck out eight. He’s recorded 15 strikeouts over his last two starts. Assuming he doesn’t appear in the Phillies’ last three games, Painter will finish the season 3-10 with a 5.40 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 115 strikeouts in 126 2/3 innings over 23 starts and 25 appearances. His 4.25 xFIP suggests there will be better results in the future for the 23-year-old right-hander.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter allowed four runs with seven strikeouts over 5 1/3 innings in a loss against the Mets on Saturday.

Painter struck out two in a scoreless first inning, then gave up a solo homer to Carson Benge in the second. After two more scoreless frames, Painter ran into some trouble in the fifth. A walk and a base hit put two runners on for Francisco Alvarez, who took Painter deep for a three-run blast. Painter would strike out the next three batters, then recorded the first out in the sixth before ending his day at 85 pitches with seven strikeouts. The 23-year-old right-hander will take a 5.59 ERA, 1.42 WHIP, and a 107/44 K/BB ratio across 120 2/3 innings into a start against the Rays in Philadelphia on Friday.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter allowed one run with three strikeouts over five innings in a no-decision against the Braves on Sunday.

Painter gave up a run in the first inning on two hits and a sacrifice fly. He recovered with a scoreless second and went on to keep the Braves off the board for another three innings, ending his day after five with three strikeouts. He scattered six hits and four walks. The 23-year-old right-hander will take a 5.54 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and a 100/43 K/BB ratio across 115 1/3 innings into a start against the Mets in New York on Saturday.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter yielded five runs and 10 hits in five innings Tuesday in a loss to the Astros.

It’s something of a setback for Painter, but at least he struck out six. He also allowed fewer hard-hit balls (eight) than hits. The loss is Painter’s first in eight starts since rejoining the Phillies’ rotation. He has a 3.77 ERA and a 44/15 K/BB in 45 1/3 innings over the span. He’ll try to bounce back in a tough matchup in Atlanta on Sunday.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter received a no-decision on Wednesday in Arizona, tossing seven scoreless innings while striking out six as the Phillies lost 1-0.

Painter allowed just two hits and didn’t walk anyone in the 93-pitch gem. He has been a different pitcher since returning from the minor leagues at the end of July, allowing two runs or fewer in five of seven outings. The 23-year-old rookie had a 1.66 WHIP before he was optioned to Triple-A, but that mark is now below 1 since he was recalled. He’ll look to keep it rolling at home against the Astros next time out.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter allowed three runs while throwing six innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Friday.

All three runs allowed by Painter came in the first inning. From that point on, the 23-year-old was excellent, and while that damage prevented this outing from being one that would be deemed anything more than solid, the results from the second inning on were encouraging. His 5.95 ERA tells the story of how little consistency — of the good kind, anyway — he’s shown, but there have been enough good moments to believe the future is incredibly bright. A chance to keep his good run going comes against the Diamondbacks on Wednesday.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter allowed one run in seven innings and got the win in the Phillies’ 12-3 victory over the Cardinals on Saturday.

Painter gave up five hits, walked none and struck out eight. He improved to 3-8 with the win. Painter bounced back after allowing five runs in his last start that also included a first inning grand slam. The eight strikeouts tied a career-high for the 23-year-old rookie right-hander. Painter has a 6.04 ERA and 4.54 xFIP in 19 appearances (17 starts) this year. He’s lined up to face the Angels on the road next weekend.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter received a no-decision on Sunday against the Twins, allowing five earned runs on six hits over five innings pitched.

Painter struck out two and walked three, raising his ERA to 6.43. He gave up a grand slam to Brooks Lee in the bottom of the first and settled down somewhat after that inning, though Kody Clemens tagged him for a solo shot in the third. Before Sunday, Painter had pitched better since being recalled at the end of July. He still has a ways to go before he can be relied on in standard fantasy leagues. A home start against the Cardinals is up next.
Andrew Painter

PHI Starting Pitcher #24

Andrew Painter allowed two runs in 5 1/3 innings and got the win in the Phillies’ 6-5 victory over the Cardinals on Monday.

Painter gave up two hits, walked three and struck out six. He improved to 2-8 with the win. Painter rebounded nicely after leaving his last start with hamstring tightness. He now has 16 strikeouts in 15 1/3 innings over his last three starts. Painter has a 6.27 ERA, though his 4.61 xFIP points towards better results in the future. He’s lined up to face the Twins on the road on Sunday.
Andrew Painter

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Andrew Painter (hamstring) said he’s “not too worried about” his injury and the Phillies won’t conduct imaging on it.

It sounds like Painter could have pushed forward on the hamstring had the Phillies wanted him to, but they opted to play it safe. Painter said he feels good about making his next start, which would figure to be against the Cardinals assuming nothing moves around.

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Blue Jays recalled RHP John Klein from Triple-A Buffalo.

Klein, acquired from the Twins in the Jeff Hoffman trade, will be making his Blue Jays debut. He allowed two runs in 4 1/3 innings for the Twins earlier this season in his MLB debut. He ended the minor league season with a 6.36 ERA and a 95/51 K/BB in 86 1/3 innings over 19 starts and 13 relief appearances.
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TOR Relief Pitcher #94
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Blue Jays optioned RHP CJ Van Eyk to Triple-A Buffalo.

Van Eyk lost a start versus the Orioles in Wednesday’s doubleheader, giving up four runs in five innings. He has a 5.40 ERA in 11 2/3 innings for the Jays overall this year.
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Rays activated RHP Manuel Rodriguez off the 15-day injured list.

Rodriguez missed a little over three weeks with his back strain. The 30-year-old will be a mid-to-late inning option for this series and potentially the postseason.
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TB Relief Pitcher #41
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Rays designated RHP Jake Woodford for assignment.

Woodford was with the Rays for just one day. The 29-year-old now will hit the waiver wire, and with only three days left in the season, it’s hard to imagine there will be a claim. He’ll be a free agent at the end of the year.
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Mickey Gasper

BOS Designated Hitter #30
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Mickey Gasper left Friday’s game against the Cubs with an apparent injury.

Gasper appeared to injure himself on a swing, and while the backstop was initially able to continue, he exited shortly after. Connor Wong is now catching for Boston. There should be an update shortly.
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Ray Kerr will get the start against the Marlins on Friday.

Kerr will be on the bump and likely go around three innings before giving way to a reliever. He’s done a nice job since being promoted in August with a 1.76 ERA, but seems likely to give way to the bullpen before he’d be eligible for a win.
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Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters that Ryan Weathers (forearm) looked healthy in his live bullpen session Friday.

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Elmer Rodriguez will pitch for the Yankees on Sunday.

Rodriguez will likely get the start Sunday as the Yankees will have nothing to play for in that contest. The 23-year-old is one of the better prospects in the system and has some long-term upside, but fantasy managers should look elsewhere for an option in that game against Baltimore.
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Cody Bellinger is not in the lineup for the first game of a doubleheader versus the Orioles on Friday.

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Trent Grisham (hamstring) took live batting practice Friday.

Grisham and Giancarlo Stanton (calves) both faced off against Ryan Weathers (forearm) before Friday’s contest. Grisham has been out of action since near the start of September, but could be an option for the postseason beginning next week.
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