The Miami Marlins signed free-agent left-hander Kent Emanuel to a minor-league deal with an invitation to major-league spring training on Thursday, according to a source. The 31-year-old southpaw hasn't appeared in the big leagues since 2021 with the Houston Astros, when he went 1-0 with a 2.55 ERA (5.49 FIP) and 0.91 WHIP with four walks and 13 strikeouts in 17 2/3 innings, his only major-league experience to date. He will head to spring training this year hoping to win a bullpen role for the Fish, but he'll most likely start the season pitching on the farm at Triple-A Jacksonville. Emanuel can be avoided in all fantasy formats.
Phillies Acquire Garrett Stubbs, Kent Emanuel From Astros
The Philadelphia Phillies swung a trade with the Houston Astros Friday, acquiring catcher Garrett Stubbs in exchange for minor league outfielder Logan Cerny. In a separate transaction, the Phillies claimed pitcher Kent Emanuel off waivers from Houston. Stubbs is expected to fill a back-up role behind starting catcher J.T. Realmuto for the Phillies. He hasn't produced much at the big-league level, slashing .182/.238/.247 over three seasons. Emanuel had a bumpy 2021, undergoing elbow surgery as well as being suspended for using a performance-enhancing substance, though he's denied any transgression. He may miss the start of the season, but figures to be a bulk reliever and depth starting option.
Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel (elbow) underwent season-ending surgery on Thursday. The southpaw has been dealing with elbow discomfort, and although the injury didn't appear serious, at least initially, a recent trip for a second opinion sealed his fate. The 28-year-old didn't offer much from a fantasy perspective, prematurely finishing the 2021 campaign with a 2.55 ERA and 13 strikeouts throughout just 17 innings of work. At this point, fantasy managers who had him on the roster for some reason can safely part ways with him.
Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel (elbow) will seek a second opinion. The southpaw was pulled from Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to elbow discomfort and was subsequently placed on the injured list as a result. Although the injury didn't appear serious, at least initially, a trip to another specialist certainly isn't promising news regarding his prognosis.
Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list. The lefty was yanked from Tuesday's game against the Dodgers with elbow discomfort and likely won't be rushed back to avoid any long-term damage. Emanuel is currently sitting on a 2.55 ERA while striking out 13 batters throughout 10 appearances this season.
Kent Emanuel Experiences Elbow Discomfort On Tuesday
Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel (elbow) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after throwing only four pitches. According to Astros manager Dusty Baker, Emanuel was experiencing elbow discomfort. While talking to reporters after the game, Baker explained, "We couldn't take any chance of him doing serious injury to himself. He wasn't in pain. He just had some discomfort. He's being assessed by the doctors." Emanuel has had a nice season out of the pen for the Astros. He's made 10 appearances and has a 2.55 ERA and a 0.91 WHIP over 17.2 innings. He should be considered day-to-day.
Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel left Tuesday's game with a trainer after throwing only four pitches, according to Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle. Emanuel threw four balls against Matt Beaty to allow another run to score and make it a 6-1 Los Angeles lead. There's no word on what the injury is or how severe it may be, as Emanuel is currently 1-0 with a 2.55 ERA and 13 strikeouts over 17 2/3 innings of work this year. Managers should look for updates on his condition following the completion of the game.
Houston Astros pitcher Kent Emanuel pitched nearly a complete game in relief on Saturday, earning his first career win in a blowout 16-2 victory over the Angels. After starter Jake Odorizzi exited with one out in the first inning, Emanuel tossed 8 2/3 innings in his major league debut, allowing two runs on five hits while striking out five. The two runs he allowed came on homers by Albert Pujols and Shohei Ohtani, but he otherwise cruised his way through the Angels lineup. He's never been a high strikeout pitcher in the minors, posting a career 18.3 percent strikeout rate, but it was definitely a solid debut performance for the 28-year-old rookie. If Odorizzi misses significant time, Emanuel would likely be considered to replace him in the rotation. Nothing is set in stone yet, but potentially if he joins the rotation he could be in line for a start against a Seattle Mariners squad that has the seventh-highest strikeout rate in the majors at 26.4 percent.
