David Robertson Stats

Free-agent pitcher David Robertson signed with the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. The 36-year-old hasn't pitched in the majors since 2019 but has recorded 137 saves along with a 2.90 ERA and 1.15 WHIP over 663 2/3 career innings. He will be used in a middle relief role once activated to the big league roster. The Rays are short-handed in the bullpen with Nick Anderson (elbow), Pete Fairbanks (shoulder), and DJ Johnson (shoulder) all on the injured list. Despite all the recent injuries, Robertson won't be in the mix for save opportunities and can be left on the waiver wire in most league formats. Matt Wisler and Andrew Kittredge will continue to split closing duties until Anderson or Fairbanks return.

over 2 months ago

Free-agent relief pitcher David Robertson (elbow) threw for a number of teams on Thursday, including the New York Yankees, at the University of Alabama. Robertson touched 91 mph and showed off his patented curveball and looks to be in shape with a week until pitchers and catchers report for spring training. The Phillies declined the right-hander's option for 2021 after he was shut down in August after having a setback in his recovery from Tommy John surgery. The 35-year-old has a solid 2.90 career ERA and could return to a Yankees team that he pitched for from 2008-14. If he can get past his arm injuries, Robertson could be a key late-inning reliever with plenty of experience (137 career saves) for a ball club. For now, though, fantasy managers can just monitor the situation to see where he lands.

over 6 months ago

Free-agent relief pitcher David Robertson (elbow) threw his first bullpen session on Thursday and is planning a showcase for interested teams in early February after having Tommy John surgery in August of 2019. The veteran right-hander has a 2.90 career ERA and 137 saves in 661 relief outings over 12 big-league seasons. But Robertson made just seven appearances for the Phillies after signing a two-year deal before the 2019 season. The 35-year-old missed all of last season and is hoping to add bullpen help for an interested team. He received a $2 million buyout when Philadelphia declined his option for the 2021 season. It remains to be seen if Robertson will be ready for the start of next season, and he'll have to prove to his next team and fantasy managers that he's healthy before once again seeing a prominent role in the back end of a bullpen.

over 6 months ago