The Colorado Rockies signed free-agent reliever John Curtiss to a minor-league deal with an invitation to big-league spring training on Thursday, according to a source. Curtiss is expected to be ready for the start of the 2024 season after having arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow last August. Before his injury, the 30-year-old right-hander allowed 10 earned runs on 17 hits (three home runs) while walking eight and striking out 16 in 19 2/3 innings over 15 appearances out of the bullpen for the New York Mets. He will open the year as minor-league relief depth for Colorado after posting a 3.81 ERA (3.98 FIP), 1.23 WHIP, two saves and 103 strikeouts in 106 1/3 innings over 91 appearances (five starts) in six big-league seasons with six different teams.
The New York Mets have signed relief pitcher John Curtiss (forearm) to a major league deal. He is set to make $770,000 this season with a $775,000 team option for next season. The right-hander tore his ulnar collateral ligament last fall and underwent Tommy John surgery afterwards. He won't be pitching in 2022. Over 86.2 innings in the majors, the 29-year-old has a 3.63 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP. We'll see how he progresses in his rehabilitation and if he can become a meaningful part of the Mets' bullpen in 2023.
Daniel Vogelbach, John Curtiss Non-Tendered By Brewers
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Daniel Vogelbach and reliever John Curtiss were non-tendered by the team on Tuesday after Milwaukee reached one-year deals with first baseman Rowdy Tellez, utility man Jace Peterson and reliever Jandel Gustave. Vogelbach and Curtiss are now free agents. With Tellez the preferred left-handed-hitting power option at first base, Vogelbach was expendable. Curtiss will miss all of the 2022 season after having Tommy John surgery in September. He was acquired in a trade with the Miami Marlins at the trade deadline and made only six appearances with the Brew Crew. Vogelbach hit .219 with nine home runs and 24 RBI in 93 games for Milwaukee.
The Milwaukee Brewers placed right-handed relief pitcher John Curtiss (elbow) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Per a tweet from the team, Curtiss has a torn UCL in his right elbow. It's unfortunate news as the reliever was enjoying a quality season out of the bullpen. In 44.1 innings this year, the right-hander had pitched to a 3.45 ERA, a 3.80 FIP, 44 strikeouts, and 12 walks. The 28-year-old looked like a potential high-leverage option for Milwaukee down the stretch after the team acquired him from the Miami Marlins at the trade deadline. However, he'll head to the injured list after just six appearances for his new team. If you're looking for a replacement on the Brewers' roster for Curtiss in deeper leagues where holds are part of the scoring, Brent Suter, Brad Boxberger, and Jake Cousins are three names to consider.
The Miami Marlins on Friday traded relief pitcher John Curtiss to the Milwaukee Brewers for minor league catcher Payton Henry, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reported. The 28-year-old right-hander has been solid this season, posting a 2.72 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 40 strikeouts through 40 innings pitched. Curtiss previously wasn't a good pickup in holds leagues because of how the Marlins utilized him, however it's likely the Brewers will turn to him in save situations down the stretch.
Miami Marlins relief pitcher John Curtiss (neck) was activated off the injured list before Saturday's game and appeared in Saturday and Sunday's games against the Philadelphia Phillies. On Saturday, he pitched a scoreless inning, allowing a hit and recording a strikeout. On Sunday, he allowed a solo home run to Didi Gregorius, but got the other two outs of the inning after he came into the game with one out. Curtiss has been a pretty reliable arm out of the Marlins bullpen but hasn't yet worked himself into significant enough situations to be worth a look in holds leagues. All that could change once the Marlins start trading bullpen arms ahead of the deadline though. Curtiss has a 2.72 ERA and an impressive 36-to-8 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
Miami Marlins relief pitcher John Curtiss (neck) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. At first glance, this isn't significant news, but Curtiss has been solid out of the bullpen for Miami. This season, Curtiss is posting a 2.67 ERA and 1.16 WHIP over 33 2/3 innings with 34 strikeouts. There has not been a timetable given for Curtiss' return. In the meantime, Jordan Holloway will take his spot on the active roster. The hope is that Curtiss can return after the minimal 10 days because it is reportedly a stiff neck, so nothing significant.
Miami Marlins relief pitcher John Curtiss struggled in a relief appearance during Tuesday's loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. Curtiss came in to a bases loaded situation and allowed all three inherited runners to score. He then allowed two runs of his own, on three hits and a walk, all while recording just two outs. Curtiss had been excellent most of the season, in fact the walk he issued was only his second of the season, but he very clearly didn't have good stuff in this one (but was left in to finish the inning anyway). Curtiss should continue to work in his 6th/7th inning role. He could have some holds league value if he works his way up an inning, but for now he's merely working in middle relief.
Miami Marlins relief pitcher John Curtiss earned a win in relief in Tuesday's 14-6 annihilation of the Atlanta Braves. Curtiss pitched 1 2/3 innings, allowing just one hit while striking out two. Curtiss came in to pitch the fifth inning, then was only allowed to get the first two outs of the sixth despite having to hit for himself in the top of the inning. It was a classic case of Don Mattingly bullpen management. Curtiss will take a 4.15 ERA into his next appearance, and while he has some upside, his current role doesn't make him much of a fantasy asset.
Miami Marlins relief pitcher John Curtiss worked 1 1/3 innings in relief in Sunday's Grapefruit League finale against the New York Mets. Curtiss came in to pitch with two outs in the fifth inning, then handled the sixth inning himself. He allowed a walk and notched a strikeout without allowing any hits. Curtiss wrapped up spring training with a 2.70 ERA and should have a key role in the back end of the Marlins bullpen. If he can repeat his success from last season, he'll be an excellent option in holds leagues.