Joey Lucchesi Stats

New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi had a second straight solid outing Thursday, throwing 3 2/3 innings and allowing one run on two hits and three walks with two strikeouts. With setbacks to injured starters Carlos Carrasco and Noah Syndergaard, and depth starter Jordan Yamomoto on the 60-day injured list, Lucchesi's spot in the rotation appears to be safe. Manager Luis Rojas has appeared loathe to allow Lucchesi to pitch deep into games, however, so Lucchesi's fantasy value is limited. He doesn't need to be rostered in any format.

15 days ago

New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi will get the start in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Rockies. It's a favorable matchup for the left-hander, as the Rockies score the least amount of runs in the majors in away games. Lucchesi has largely struggled this season, but he threw four very strong innings in his last outing against the Marlins, allowing only a single hit and striking out eight. Desperate fantasy managers could do worse for a plug-in starter, but he's definitely risky.

16 days ago

New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi may be used behind an opener this season, The Athletic's Tim Britton reports Friday. According to Britton, the Mets will test this out in Saturday's game where Jacob Barnes will serve as an opener for Lucchesi, who has allowed three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out 11 in 8 2/3 innings this spring. Britton writes that manager Luis Rojas said at the beginning of Spring Training, "You want to keep everyone healthy out there. (The opener) is a smart thing to think about...I see it more as a strategy right now to win games and change some things." This could potentially be a boost to Lucchesi's value this year, as he looks to get back on track with a fresh start with New York.

over 2 months ago