Washington Nationals right-hander Hunter Harvey has been traded to Kansas City Royals for third base prospect Cayden Wallace (oblique). Harvey racked up 26 holds while posting a 4.20 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and a 50:12 K: BB across 45 innings for the Nationals in 2024. The 29-year-old has struggled since the calendar flipped in June, owning an 8.04 ERA over his last 15 2/3 frames. Harvey will be used in high-leverage situations for the Royals and could see some chances with his new team, but he remains mainly an option in leagues that reward for holds. Wallace has been recovering from an oblique strain since May. Before the injury, the 22-year-old slashed .282/.350/.427 with three homers across 140 plate appearances with Double-A Northwest Arkansas. Wallace was the 49th overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft and could join the big league roster sometime in 2025.
Washington Nationals right-handed reliever Hunter Harvey (hand) said his left hand is feeling much better and that he might be fine to pitch on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants. Harvey said he lost all feeling in his and for 40 minutes last night after getting hit by a comebacker off the bat of outfielder Mike Yastrzemski in the eighth inning. Once the feeling in his hand came back and X-rays were negative, Harvey knew he'd be fine. The 29-year-old late-inning reliever was still able to record the hold against San Fran in the team's victory on Tuesday night and he's now up to four holds on the year. It looks like he's in the clear, even if he doesn't appear in the contest on Wednesday. Despite being the eighth-inning setup man for now, Harvey is valuable in holds leagues and as a handcuff to closer Kyle Finnegan.
Hunter Harvey Pulled After Taking Comebacker Off His Forearm
Washington Nationals right-handed reliever Hunter Harvey (forearm) was pulled from his outing in the eighth inning on Tuesday night when he was struck in the left forearm/wrist area by a comebacker off the bat of San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski. Despite only getting two outs in the inning while allowing a hit and striking out one, Harvey was able to pick up his fourth hold of the season before Kyle Finnegan came in for 1 1/3 frames to lock down his fourth save of the 2024 campaign. The 29-year-old was in obvious pain and will probably undergo an X-ray on his arm, but the good news is that the injury was to his non-throwing arm. For holds alone, Harvey is worth rostering in fantasy baseball leagues, but if Finnegan falters at all this year, he'll be the first in line for save chances in D.C. If he's forced to miss time after Tuesday's injury, Tanner Rainey would become the team's primary setup man.
Washington Nationals reliever Hunter Harvey pitched one inning of relief on Friday in a 7-3 Grapefruit League win over the Mets. Harvey has had a nice spring, allowing six hits and two earned runs with a 10:1 K:BB over six and one-third innings pitched (2.84 ERA). The 29-year-old is coming off the best season of his career and looks primed to have a repeat performance in 2024. Staying healthy has always been an issue for him, but even missing time last season he was still able to collect 10 saves and 19 holds. If the Nats' primary closer Kyle Finnegan falters, Harvey would be in a prime spot to take over the duties full-time.
The Washington Nationals reinstated right-hander Hunter Harvey (elbow) from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned pitcher Joe La Sorsa to Triple-A Rochester in a corresponding move. Harvey will return to Washington's bullpen after missing over a month of action due to a right-elbow strain. The 28-year-old will be in a setup role, giving him value in deeper fantasy leagues and formats that give points for holds. Before his injury, Harvey had pitched well for the Nats in 39 appearances out of the bullpen, sporting a 3.12 ERA (3.62 FIP), 0.99 WHIP, his first nine career saves, 12 walks and 45 strikeouts in 40 1/3 innings pitched. Kyle Finnegan is the locked in closer in D.C., so Harvey will be working in a setup role.
Hunter Harvey Could Rejoin The Nationals This Week
Washington Nationals reliever Hunter Harvey (elbow) could join the Nationals as early as this week without a rehab assignment, according to manager Dave Martinez. Harvey threw a bullpen session on Sunday, along with Tanner Rainey, and it went well. The veteran reliever has been out since July 17 with a right elbow strain so it's encouraging to hear he's close to returning. Harvey will likely return to a setup role as Kyle Finnegan has the closer role locked down. That will certainly impact Harvey's fantasy value in saves-only leagues.
Washington Nationals relief pitcher Hunter Harvey (elbow) has been officially placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday. The right-hander said he was dealing with soreness in his elbow and forearm following Sunday's game. The team is calling the injury a right elbow sprain, so it's unclear how long Harvey is going to be out. The 28-year-old was a big part of the Nats bullpen, so it's going to be tough for the team to replace him. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update on his status.
Washington Nationals relief pitcher Hunter Harvey (elbow) is likely heading to the injured list, according to manager Dave Martinez. The 28-year-old reliever reported feeling soreness in his forearm after Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The assumption is that Harvey will undergo an MRI exam to determine the severity of the injury. Fantasy managers should plan on being without Harvey for a few weeks. The organization give provide more information following his MRI.
Hunter Harvey Dealing With Soreness In His Forearm And Triceps
Washington Nationals relief pitcher Hunter Harvey (forearm, triceps) is dealing with soreness in both his forearm and his triceps, per beat writer Jesse Dougherty. He felt the soreness yesterday and then received X-rays on his elbow, which came back clean. However, you never want to see a pitcher dealing with pain in the forearm or elbow. Given Harvey's injury--he's already had Tommy John surgery once before--it's fair to say he won't be available for Sunday's series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Nationals should provide another update on his status following Sunday's game.
Washington Nationals right-hander Hunter Harvey closed out the 4-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. He went one inning, allowed no baserunners, and struck out two to earn his sixth save of the season. The 28-year-old now owns a 3.34 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and 27.7% strikeout rate and has three saves since June 21. That's bad news for Kyle Finnegan owners, as he hasn't saved a game since May 27, and it seems manager Dave Martinez has more trust in Harvey now for ninth-inning opportunities. Fantasy managers targeting saves should consider adding the former first-round pick in most formats.
