DJ Herz

DJ Herz Fantasy Stats

#74 SP  |  Washington Nationals
Healthy

Height / Weight 6'2"  /  197 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) Jan 4, 2001 (23)
Experience 1 seasons
College None

Season Stats

SEASON TEAM POS GP GS W L SV IP ERA WHIP H R ER HR BB SO AVG FPTS
2024WSHSP191949088.24.161.2637645411136106.218276.5
Career 19 19 4 9 0 88.2 4.16 1.263 76 45 41 11 36 106 276.5

Game Log

TEAM OPP POS GS W L SV IP H R ER HR BB SO AVG WHIP FPTS
Aug 3, 2024 WSHMILSP11005.0210016.1050.60024.9
Aug 8, 2024 WSHSFSP10002.2422044.3083.0005.2
Aug 14, 2024 WSHBALSP10106.0422125.1901.00015.9
Aug 20, 2024 WSHCOLSP10105.2632027.2501.41217.9
Aug 25, 2024 WSHATLSP10005.0100038.0620.80024.2
Aug 31, 2024 WSHCHCSP10104.2344025.1881.0719.5
Sep 7, 2024 WSHPITSP11005.0000035.0000.60023.4
Sep 13, 2024 WSHMIASP11005.0411115.2111.00020.2
Sep 18, 2024 WSHNYMSP10103.1677035.3532.700-1.9
Sep 25, 2024 WSHKCSP10105.0311033.1671.20011.7
Last 10 10 3 5 0 47.1 33 21 19 2 24 53 1.204 151.1

Nationals Depth Chart

C

Keibert Ruiz

Drew Millas

1B

Joey Meneses

Juan Yepez

Joey Gallo

2B

Luis García Jr.

Ildemaro Vargas

Darren Baker

José Tena

SS

Nasim Nuñez

CJ Abrams

Ildemaro Vargas

José Tena

3B

Andrés Chaparro

Ildemaro Vargas

Trey Lipscomb

LF

James Wood

Stone Garrett

Ildemaro Vargas

CF

Jacob Young

Dylan Crews

James Wood

RF

Dylan Crews

Joey Gallo

Juan Yepez

SP

Jake Irvin

MacKenzie Gore

Mitchell Parker

Patrick Corbin

DJ Herz

RP

Tanner Rainey

Jacob Barnes

Jose A. Ferrer

Joe La Sorsa

Derek Law

DJ Herz News

DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Throws Five Hitless Innings, Picks Up Win

Washington Nationals starting pitcher DJ Herz threw five hitless innings on Saturday and picked up the win in the first game of the Nationals-Pirates doubleheader as Washington won 5-3. Herz struck out five and walked three in the process, unable to go deeper in the game after throwing 87 pitches in five innings. The lefty has provided solid value for the Nationals in his rookie season, posting a 3.82 ERA in just over 75 innings pitched. With an xERA of 3.37 it'd appear that positive regression is likely for the lefty in his remaining starts this season. Fantasy managers looking for a late season find may want to consider adding Herz to their roster. The 23-year-old will look to continue improving in his next scheduled start on Thursday against the Miami Marlins. Herz previously faced the Marlins in June and struck out 13 in six innings. Fantasy managers and DFS managers should both target Herz for his start against Miami.
Sep 7   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Strikes Out Eight Batters In No-Decision

Washington Nationals starting pitcher DJ Herz was once again impressive on the mound during Sunday's outing against the St. Louis Cardinals. The rookie left-hander struck out eight batters while allowing two runs in five innings of work. For the second time in a row Herz threw under 80 pitches before being yanked from the game. To be fair, the Nationals don't have much incentive to push their prized southpaw to his limits given their place in the standings.
Jul 28   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Starting Tuesday Against Padres

The Washington Nationals have called up pitcher DJ Herz from Triple-A Rochester, and he will pitch against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Herz made seven appearances with the Nationals earlier this season and went 1-2 with a 5.47 ERA and 1.41 WHIP. He recorded 41 strikeouts and nine walks over 31 1/3 innings before being sent down after a start on July 7 against the St. Louis Cardinals. Herz recorded his first win against the Miami Marlins on June 15. His strikeout potential makes him an intriguing play for daily fantasy managers, while those in standard leagues would be wise to keep him on the waiver wire.
Jul 23   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Optioned To Triple-A Rochester

The Washington Nationals optioned pitcher DJ Herz to Triple-A Rochester ahead of the team's series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. Herz would have started one more game before the All-Star break, but the Nationals have opted to send him down anyway. Mark Zuckerman of MASN said this move will likely save some innings for later. As a result, fantasy managers can assume Herz will return shortly after the All-Star break. The left-hander currently owns a 5.17 ERA across his first seven major league starts. In two of those outings, the 23-year-old struck out at least 10 batters, so there is some appeal in still stashing him in most 12-plus team leagues. In his place, Joan Adon took his spot on the active roster and should draw a start this week.
Jul 8   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Racks Up 13 Strikeouts In Saturday's Win Over Miami

Washington Nationals left-hander DJ Herz (1-1) allowed one hit and no walks while striking out 13 over six scoreless innings to earn the win in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Miami Marlins. The lefty tossed 84 pitches, landing 57 for strikes. Herz recorded 21 swinging strikes. He cruised to his first major league victory and was perfect except for surrendering a single to Marlins third baseman Jake Burger. Herz became the second pitcher in MLB history to rack up 13 strikeouts and no walks in the first three career starts. The other was retired Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg. Herz owns a 3.77 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 21 strikeouts over 14 1/3 innings in 2024. The southpaw will look to build on Saturday's impressive performance in his next start in Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies on Friday.
Jun 16   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Nationals

DJ Herz Dominant In Third Outing With New Team

Washington Nationals minor league pitcher DJ Herz is a former Cubs eighth-round pick who has flourished into a very promising prospect. In fact, he garnered so much attention in the minors that he became the centerpiece of the package going to the Nationals when they traded Jeimer Candelario this summer. Originally drafted for his mid-90s fastball that misses bats, Herz has developed a nasty changeup that is now far and away his best offering. Like any well-rounded pitcher, he also throws a breaking ball: an effective slider in the low-80s that has developed into a very strong tertiary pitch. Herz dominated during his last start on Aug. 16, striking out 10 batters and allowing just one hit over five scoreless innings. He silenced the Richmond Flying Squirrels and made his presence felt during his third start in the Nationals' organization. A promotion seems very likely as September nears since that would give him a taste of Triple-A action before he opens 2024 at that level.
Aug 22, 2023   
DJ Herz  • SP  •  Cubs

DJ Herz Pitching Excellent In Minors

Chicago Cubs pitching prospect DJ Herz continues to turn heads in the minors. Herz fell to the eighth round of the 2019 draft, where Chicago scooped him up and managed to ink him to an above-slot deal. The talented prep southpaw had caught their attention thanks to his electric arm and solid command. After parts of three seasons in the minors, he continues to impress. Herz ranks ninth among Cubs prospects, boasting a mid-90s fastball. He also has two strong pitches that complement his heater: a changeup with late fade and a curveball with nasty vertical break. Herz had a phenomenal outing this past week. During his start on June 1, the 21-year-old struck out a whopping 12 batters over just five innings of work. Furthermore, he gave up zero runs, one hit, and one walk. He has now thrown 12 consecutive scoreless innings, all while posting fabulous numbers and making himself a top candidate for promotion to Double-A. Although a call to the majors isn't on the radar for Herz this year, 2023 could be a different story. If he does get the nod, fantasy managers should monitor the lefty's availability.
Jun 7, 2022   
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