The Baltimore Orioles are considering starting pitcher Andrew Cashner as they look for a veteran presence in their rotation this offseason. Cashner made 17 starts for the O's in 2019 before being traded to the Red Sox, where he fell apart in 25 outings (six starts) to close out the season. The veteran right-hander was solid for Baltimore, though, going 9-3 with a 3.83 ERA and 1.19 WHIP while striking out 66 and walking 29 in 96 1/3 innings. We'd expect more of his production in his time with Boston moving forward than his fortunate line in the first half with Baltimore moving forward. Cashner can have decent outings in the right matchups, but he's walking a tight rope missing very few bats these days. He'd be an option to avoid in fantasy if he returns to the Orioles rotation.
Andrew Cashner Records First Career Major League Save
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner flipped roles on Tuesday, coming in to close out a 7-6 victory over the Cleveland Indians. Cashner allowed a hit and struck out two in the appearance. Manager Alex Cora has been getting crafty with his bullpen usage recently, most notably with Nathan Eovaldi working exclusively out of the pen. However, with the plethora of off days for the Sox to close out August, Cashner will shift to the bullpen with hopes he'll be more effective. Brandon Workman blew his save chance in the ninth inning, so with Cashner can effectively enter his hat into the ring for future opportunities. Workman's fantasy stock certainly drops as Boston's closer, while the remainder of the bullpen isnt an option because set roles are few and far between.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner has been demoted to the bullpen by the organization on Monday. Cashner was pitching well with the Baltimore Orioles before the Red Sox acquired him. He has a 8.01 ERA in six starts since joining the Red Sox rotation. Manager Alex Cora plans to use him in short stints out of the bullpen. Cashner won't have any fantasy value in the bullpen.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner lasted 5 1/3 innings, while surrendering six runs on seven hits with three walks and four strikeouts. The ultimate doom for Cashner was the three homers he allowed in the fourth through sixth innings. He threw just 83 pitches but his command wavered which ultimately lead to the blow up. Cashner is 1-4 since being traded to the Red Sox, and he's allowed 24 runs in 28 2/3 innings. Stay far away from Cashner, especially in his next start, which falls against the Dodgers on Sunday.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner gave up seven runs over 5 2/3 innings in Thursday's loss to Tampa Bay. The righty scattered seven hits, while walking five and striking out just one. Cashner has been a failed experiment so far, since being acquired on July 13. He's allowed 19 runs in 23 1/3 innings as a member of the Red Sox, and now the team is in a rough situation for the fifth spot in the rotation. His next time out against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday is favorable, but it's hard to believe in Cashner after the start to his time in Boston. It's safe to stay away from the 32-year-old for fantasy, and he'll need to spin a gem to gain any sort of confidence in owners.
Andrew Cashner Delivers First Quality Start For Boston
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner went 6 2/3 innings, while allowing three runs on 10 hits to go with six strikeouts and one walk in Friday's win over the Yankees. The 32-year-old had gotten rocked in his first two starts since becoming a member of the Red Sox, so it was good to see him perform against a tough lineup. Keeping the ball in the yard will be key to his success moving forward. The last four starts in which he allowed at least one home run, he also gave up at least four runs in those outings. He'll get another tough matchup on Thursday when he faces off with the Tampa Bay Rays, but they're losers of three of their last 10. You can start him, but know there is a chance things go south if he allows a homer.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner allowed four runs over six innings, while surrendering six hits, including two home runs in a 5-0 loss to Baltimore on Sunday. He also punched out seven and walked two in the effort. Cashner gave up all four runs in the first three innings but didn't allow a runner to touch second base after his third frame. Since being traded from the Orioles two weeks ago, the 32-year-old has gone winless in two starts, while allowing nine earned runs to go with a 9/4 K/BB. However, life doesn't get any easier for Cashner, as he'll face off with the Yankees at Fenway on Friday. If you own him, he can safely be left on the bench against a thunderous lineup.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner lasted just five innings against the Blue Jays on Tuesday. It was his first start with the team since being traded from the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday. Cashner allowed six runs (five earned) on eight hits, while striking out and walking a pair each. The 32-year-old threw just 57 strikes in 92 pitches and also gave up two home runs in the outing. It wasn't a great debut for Cashner, whom the Red Sox hope can fill out their rotation. However, he is coming off an incredible hot streak where he allowed just five earned runs over his last 32 innings, along with an 18/4 K/BB, which ultimately led to the Red Sox acquiring his services. Don't read too much into the start, but Cashner is 55-83 with a 4.02 career ERA so ups-and-downs are to be expected with the journeyman. Next, he gets the ball against his former club, the Orioles, on Sunday and has some streaming potential based on a solid matchup. Although, the lack of strikeout upside hurts his mixed league value.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Andrew Cashner gave up six runs (five earned) on eight hits against the Blue Jays on Tuesday night. Cashner struck out two and walked two in his first start since being traded from the Orioles. Cashner had been pitching well before the trade giving up no more than two runs and pitching at least six innings in each of his last five starts. Cashner had a 3.83 ERA coming into the game, but his SIERRA was much worse at 5.03. Cashner also doesn't have much strikeout upside. His career strikeout rate is well below average at 17.6 and this season he only has 68 strikeouts in 101 1/3 innings. He's a usable option as a streamer, but he's best left on waivers in most mixed leagues.
The Baltimore Orioles have traded starting pitcher Andrew Cashner to the Red Sox for Minor league infielder Noelberth Romero and Minor League outfielder Elio Prado. The veteran has pitched well this season, compiling a 3.83 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 66 strikeouts in 96 1/3 innings pitched. Cashner is slated to fill the number five spot in the Red Sox's rotation. The move to a much better team will be a boost for Cashner's value in the second half of the season. Romero and Prado are both 17 years old, so they hold almost no fantasy value at the time.
