Zach Thompson Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Zach Thompson (shoulder) will get the nod on Monday against the Milwaukee Brewers on the road. Thompson exited his first start of the season last Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs early after taking a line drive off his right shoulder. But he will be able to start on Monday in a tough matchup against the Brewers, so fantasy managers should be looking for better options. The 28-year-old allowed two earned runs and five hits while walking one and striking out three in four innings last week. Thompson had a 3.24 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 66 K's in 75 innings over 26 outings (14 starts) for the Miami Marlins in his rookie season in 2021.

over 2 months ago

Miami Marlins pitcher Zach Thompson won't be taking the mound as a starting pitcher for the rest of the season. The team announced that Thompson will shift into the bullpen down the stretch. Thompson has a 3.16 ERA, 1.17 WHIP in 62.7 innings with the Marlins this season. This shouldn't be viewed as a demotion, but more about the team attempting to limit his innings. The Marlins don't want to push the rookie too much in a season that is already lost. Thompson's fantasy value has basically gone out the window on this note. However, he could be a sneaky option heading into fantasy drafts next season. Certainly someone worth considering at the back-end of some rosters.

over 9 months ago

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Zach Thompson pitched well on Saturday but was pulled after five innings. In those five innings, he allowed just two runs on three hits and one walk, striking out three. Thompson threw just 73 pitches (48 strikes) and was throwing well before being lifted for no real reason except that Don Mattingly is incapable of properly handling a pitching staff. Even the Marlins broadcast team showed displeasure at Mattingly's handling of the team in this one. It's been a long season, and Mattingly was already extended for next season. Thompson, meanwhile, has been great as a 27-year-old rookie, he'll take a 2.97 ERA into his next start.

over 9 months ago