Adam Ottavino Stats

The New York Mets agreed to a $4 million deal plus incentives with free-agent relief pitcher Adam Ottavino on Sunday, pending a physical. Ottavino spent the 2019 and 2020 seasons with the New York Mets before spending last year in the Boston Red Sox's bullpen. The 36-year-old New York native was a part-time closer in Beantown in 2021 and had a 4.71 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 11 saves in 62 innings pitched. Walks were a bit of an issue for the right-hander, but he did have a nice 25.7% strikeout rate to make up for it. Ottavino will be more of a setup man for the Mets, especially if they also add lefty Brad Hand, but he could still have plenty of fantasy value in leagues that count holds.

3 months ago

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Adam Ottavino got four outs against the Seattle Mariners Wednesday, striking out two batters without allowing a baserunner. He now has a 7-3 record on the year to go with 20 holds, 11 saves, a 3.68 ERA, a 1.36 WHIP, and 67 strikeouts in 58 2/3 innings. Since Matt Barnes was removed from the closer role, the back end of the Boston bullpen has been wide open. While Ottavino may seemingly have the inside track on most opportunities, he's best not to be relied upon except in leagues that also reward holds, as Garrett Whitlock, Hansel Robles, and other have also seen save chances.

over 9 months ago

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Adam Ottavino saved his 11th game of the season Wednesday, setting down the three Tampa Bay Rays he faced in order with two strikeouts. With Matt Barnes removed from the closer role temporarily, and now out with COVID, Ottavino is the clear top option in the Boston bullpen. He should be added in all formats, with the caveat that Barnes could reclaim the role down the line. Ottavino has a 3.48 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and 58 strikeouts in 53 innings, so he's far from a perfect option.

over 9 months ago