Jordan Hicks Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 2" / 220 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 9/6/1996 (27)
- Experience
- 4
- College
- None
Jordan Hicks Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Jordan Hicks News
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jordan Hicks earned his 12th save of the season in Monday's 6-3 win over the Nationals. Hicks came in to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by three. He got the first two outs on a flyout and a groundout, allowed a walk, and ended the game with a groundout. Jordan Romano pitched 1 2/3 innings in Sunday's game, so he was likely unavailable to close this one out. While Hicks has pitched well this season with a 3.74 ERA and 11.72 K/9 rate, his fantasy value remains capped as Romano is the clear primary closer for the Blue Jays.
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jordan Hicks was called upon to record the final out of Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The right-hander entered the game with two outs and a runner on with a one-run lead in the ninth inning. He was able to record the final out of the game and earn his 11th save and his third with Toronto. The expectation is that Hicks will continue getting save chances until Jordan Romano (back) returns.
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jordan Hicks picked up his 10th save of the season in Monday's 3-1 win over the Guardians. Hicks entered the game to pitch the bottom of the ninth up by two. He hit the first batter he faced and allowed a single, got the first two outs on a groundout and a flyout, allowed a walk to load the bases, and got the final out on a groundout. The 26-year-old has now converted both of his save opportunities since joining the Blue Jays and should be in line for more with Jordan Romano (back) on the injured list with lower-back inflammation. Erik Swanson has also converted both of his save opportunities in that time, so both Hicks and Swanson may be worth a look in roto leagues.
Batting Order
| 1 | George Springer |
| 2 | Bo Bichette |
| 3 | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. |
| 4 | Cavan Biggio |
| 5 | Matt Chapman |
| 6 | Alejandro Kirk |
| 7 | Daulton Varsho |
| 8 | Whit Merrifield |
| 9 | Kevin Kiermaier |
Jordan Hicks Stats
Last 10 Games
Batting Order
| 1 | George Springer |
| 2 | Bo Bichette |
| 3 | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. |
| 4 | Cavan Biggio |
| 5 | Matt Chapman |
| 6 | Alejandro Kirk |
| 7 | Daulton Varsho |
| 8 | Whit Merrifield |
| 9 | Kevin Kiermaier |
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks enters the 2021 season as the Cardinals closer, and despite having all the talent to successfully fill the role, there remains a big question mark around his health. Hicks succeeded in the role in 2019 by converting 14 of his 15 save opportunities with a 3.14 ERA and 0.94 WHIP in 28 2/3 innings (29 appearances). That ERA is supported by a 3.07 xFIP and 3.25 SIERA.Hicks' 2019 season ended in June after having Tommy John surgery, which resulted in him missing all of 2020. Hicks came to prominence after making his debut in 2018 and threw the fastest recorded pitch in history at the time, as well as having a sinker averaging over 100 mph over the last two years. That extreme velocity hasn't quite translated into a high strikeout rate, though, as his 2019 28.2% strikeout rate would have only ranked him 48th among qualified relievers. The concern for Hicks is his walk rate, which he actually lowered to 10.0% in 2019 (down from 13.3%). His career 12.5% walk rate is 11th-worst of all 108 relievers who threw 100-plus innings between 2018-2019. Pitchers returning from Tommy John surgery generally struggle with their control when they return, so that walk rate could lead to struggles. For a Cardinals team looking to contend in 2021, his leash might not be long enough to work through those problems. He's pitched just 1 2/3 innings in Grapefruit League play so far to the tune of a 5.40 ERA, 1.80 WHIP, and 2:3 K/BB ratio with one hit batter. It's way too small of a sample to judge him on as his health is the most important factor right now. He's suffered no setbacks and looks to be 100% healthy as the regular season approaches. The Cards can still use Giovanny Gallegos as the closer to start the year, especially if Hicks is still working out the kinks. Hicks' 238 ADP does offer value, even though it's been jumping up over the last week. If he can start the season effectively and eventually earn that full time closer role then a 30-save season isn't beyond the realm of possibilities.
