The San Diego Padres have reportedly signed pitcher Thomas Eshelman to a minor league deal, according to MLB Network's Jon Heyman. Eshelman previously appeared in parts of three seasons for the Baltimore Orioles from 2019 to 2021. His most successful season came in 2020 when he pitched to a 3.89 ERA, a 5.76 FIP, 16 strikeouts, and nine walks in 34.2 innings. He threw 27.2 innings for the O's last season, striking out 11 batters while surrendering 22 earned runs and 10 walks in 27.2 innings of work. The right-hander will give the Padres some bullpen depth heading into the season. San Diego's current late-inning options include Emilio Pagan, Drew Pomeranz, Tim Hill, Pierce Johnson, Craig Stammen, and Austin Adams.
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Thomas Eshelman did not fare well in Wednesday's 13-0 loss to the Astros. Eshelman pitched just four innings, allowing six runs on eight hits (including a two-run home run) and a walk with one strikeout. The 27-year-old has had a rough two starts with the O's, compiling a 7.27 ERA with two HR allowed through 8 2/3 IP. Like most O's pitchers, Eshelman offers little fantasy value at this time. His next start will be a rematch with the Astros on the road.
Orioles Call Up Thomas Eshelman To Start Friday's Game
The Baltimore Orioles have called up right-handed pitcher Thomas Eshelman to make his 2021 debut in Friday's game. He'll be the starting pitcher as the team faces the Toronto Blue Jays. The team placed fellow starting pitcher Bruce Zimmermann (bicep) on the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. The 26-year-old Eshelman had a 3.89 ERA and a 1.24 WHIP over 12 appearances (four starts) in 2020. He was struggling at Triple-A before Friday's call-up as he had a 6.41 ERA over six games (three starts).
Thomas Eshelman Takes First Loss Of Season Tuesday
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Thomas Eshelman fell to 3-1 in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Braves. Eshelman. pitched 3 1/3. inning, allowing two runs on six hits (including a solo home run) and a walk with four strikeouts. The 26-year-old now has a 4.13 ERA with 15 strikeouts and nine walks over 28 1/3 IP this season. He will next face a tough matchup against the Rays. Given the matchup and his lack of strikeouts, Eshelman has low fantasy upside for his next start.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Thomas Eshelman is scheduled to start Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The 26-year-old has posted a 3-0 record to go along with a 3.96 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 11/8 K/BB rate across 25 innings this season. Nevertheless, it is tough to trust even the best pitchers against the Braves offense, let alone Eshelman. He is a high-risk streaming option for anyone who dares to roll him out on Tuesday.
Tom Eshelman Called Up, Will Start Sunday for Orioles
After trading Andrew Cashner to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles have recalled Tom Eshelman and have tabbed him to start Sunday's game against the Rays. Sunday will be the second start of Eshelman's career, as he will have a rematch against the Rays after allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over five innings on July 1. Eshelman has posted a 2-5 record and 4.56 ERA over 14 starts in the minors this year with a 7.2 K/9. Owners in deeper leagues might want to take a look at him as a streaming option for Sunday.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tom Eshelman had a decent first Major-league start in Monday's 6-3 loss to the Rays. The 25-year-old pitched five innings, allowing two runs on six hits and a walk with no strikeouts. He took a no-decision in the game. With not much to lose this season, the O's have been mixing things up in their rotation, so there is no telling if or when Eshelman will make another start. Regardless, fantasy players would need to see much more from him before determining his potential fantasy value.
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Thomas Eshelman will make his major league debut against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. The right-hander has a 4.46 ERA with 60 strikeouts and 17 walks in 74 2/3 innings this season in the minors. It's unclear whether the Orioles are making a fill-in start here or if Eshelman is going to stay up with the team. Regardless, he's not reliable enough to warrant using in DFS contests or worth adding in most formats.