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Sat Jul 8 202314:49Paul Blackburn Scratched From Start On Saturday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (illness) won't play against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday. The 29-year-old isn't feeling well. However, an official diagnosis hasn't been made public, so it's anyone's guess if he'll miss any more time moving ahead. In the meantime, Austin Pruitt will take Blackburn's spot on the bump. The right-hander is 1-5 with a 2.93 ERA in 23 games this season, meaning he's not worth considering for any fantasy lineup, even for those desperate for an arm.
Source: Oakland A'sRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 21 202314:58Paul Blackburn Looking To Maintain Consistency Wednesday
Oakland A's pitcher Paul Blackburn will look to keep up his solid work in a small sample this season on Wednesday versus the Cleveland Guardians. The right-hander has made just four starts this season but has worked to a 3.48 ERA/3.84 SIERA along with a career-best 18.7% K-BB% across 20 2/3 innings of work. The former first-round pick has allowed two earned runs or fewer in three of his four starts with his lone blemish coming on June 4 against the Marlins when he yielded five earned runs in five innings of work. Wins will be tough to come by on a weak A's club but a notable increase in strikeout rate combined with solid run prevention and peripherals certainly puts Blackburn on the fantasy radar in deeper leagues.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon May 29 202316:38Paul Blackburn Activated, Starting On Monday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Monday. The right-hander missed the first two months of the regular season due to a right thumbnail injury he suffered in spring training. He posted a 4.28 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, with 89 strikeouts over 111.1 innings last season. Blackburn is set to take the ball versus the Atlanta Braves on Monday. He's not going to be a favorable streaming option against the tough Braves lineup.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri May 26 202309:24Paul Blackburn To Make Season Debut Next Week
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) is almost ready to come off the injured list to make his season debut, which will likely come at some point next week, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. The right-hander has spent the entire season so far on the shelf after suffering a right middle fingernail avulsion in March. The news won't affect every fantasy league, as Blackburn's value is limited after he posted a 4.28 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and seven wins with just 89 strikeouts over 111.1 innings in 2022. However, in deep and AL-only leagues, he can be utilized as a depth option, given his ability to throw strikes (career 6.4% walk rate).
Source: Martin GallegosRotoBaller.com
Fri May 12 202312:25Paul Blackburn Slated For Rehab Start Sunday
Oakland Athletics right-hander Paul Blackburn (finger) threw a side session on Thursday, and manager Mark Kotsay said the plan was for Blackburn to throw 45 pitches on Sunday in a minor-league rehab outing for Triple-A Las Vegas. Blackburn has spent the entire season so far on the injured list due to a right middle fingernail avulsion. The 29-year-old is getting closer to making his 2023 debut for the A's, but he'll first require at least several rehab starts before he's activated. He made his first All-Star appearance in 2022, when he went 7-6 with a 4.28 ERA (4.21 FIP), 1.26 WHIP and career-high 19.1 percent strikeout rate in 111 1/3 innings over 21 starts for Oakland. Once he's fully recovered from his finger ailment, Blackburn should be a fixture in the team's starting rotation.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 17 202314:08Paul Blackburn Will Start Season On Injured List
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) will begin the 2023 regular season on the injured list due to a cracked fingernail, according to manager Mark Kotsay. Blackburn had a nice season with the A's in 2022, but he also made only 21 starts due to another finger injury. The A's haven't given a timetable on his return, but the 29-year-old right-hander shouldn't miss too much time to begin the season. He went 6-2 with a 2.26 ERA and 1.07 WHIP in his first 13 starts last year before his finger injury cropped up, and fantasy managers will be hoping he can return to that level once he gets past his latest finger injury. Blackburn is worth a late-round flier in deep mixed leagues in a great home pitching park.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 14 202313:22Paul Blackburn May Not Be Ready For Opening Day
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) has a right middle fingernail avulsion (torn nail) that will cause him to be scratched from his Cactus League outing on Wednesday. Manager Mark Kotsay said it could jeopardize Blackburn's availability to begin the regular season as well. It's disappointing for the 29-year-old right-hander, who had a chance to be the team's Opening Day starter in 2023 after one of his best performances last year. He made only 21 starts due to injury, but he posted a 4.28 ERA (4.21 FIP), 1.26 WHIP and career-high 19.1 percent strikeout rate in 111 1/3 innings. Blackburn also dealt with a middle finger injury in 2022, but this injury appears unrelated. If he does start the year on the injured list, he shouldn't need to miss much time.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 7 202313:54Paul Blackburn Wants To Use Changeup More
Oakland Athletics right-hander Paul Blackburn, who is entering a season with a secure rotation spot in 2023 for the first time in his career, is utilizing that luxury by treating spring games as a testing ground for a more versatile repertoire of pitches. He wants to increase the usage of his changeup against right-handers after not being able to do so in 2022 due to a finger injury that ended his season in August. Blackburn's changeup plan is still a work in progress this spring, but the 29-year-old is coming off his first All-Star campaign in which he had a 4.28 ERA (4.21 FIP), 1.26 WHIP and career-high 19.1% strikeout rate in 21 starts. He isn't a big strikeout guy and doesn't overpower hitters, but he could create more weak contact with his six-pitch mix in a pitcher-friendly home park.
Source: MLB.com - Martin GallegosRotoBaller.com
Fri Jan 27 202318:31James Kaprielian, Paul Blackburn Expected To Be Ready
The Oakland Athletics expect starting pitchers James Kaprielian (shoulder) and Paul Blackburn (finger) to be ready for spring training, according to general manager David Forst. It's the reason the team felt comfortable trading left-hander Cole Irvin to the Baltimore Orioles this week. Kaprielian had surgery to fix the AC joint in his right-shoulder in the offseason. The 28-year-old figures to be a fixture in the A's rotation after posting a 4.23 ERA (4.63 FIP), 1.34 WHIP and 17 percent strikeout rate in a career-high 26 starts in his third MLB season in 2022. Blackburn was excellent for Oakland before a finger caused him to be shut down in July. The 29-year-old was an All-Star last for the first time last year and went 7-6 with a 4.28 ERA (4.21 FIP), 1.26 WHIP and career-high 19.1 percent strikeout rate in a career-high 21 starts in his sixth season in Oakland.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Sat Aug 20 202214:48Paul Blackburn Transferred To The 60-Day Injured List
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. The A's needed to clear a spot on their 40-man roster after claiming right-hander pitcher Joel Payamps off waivers from Kansas City. Blackburn, who made the AL All-Star team earlier this season, will remain out for the rest of the season and can be dropped in season-long fantasy leagues. He finishes the year with a 4.28 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and 89:30 K/BB ratio over 111 1/3 innings (21 starts).
Source: Oakland A's Communications on TwitterRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 16 202218:13Paul Blackburn Shut Down For The Season
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) will be shut down for the remainder of the 2022 season, according to A's manager Mark Kotsay. The right-hander is dealing with inflammation in the middle finger of his pitching hand. He landed on the injured list about a week ago. He met with a specialist on Monday and the diagnosis from the specialist is what led to the decision to shut Blackburn down. The 28-year-old had the best season of his career in 2022. Across 21 starts, he went 7-6 with a 4.28 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP.
Source: Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 10 202214:46Paul Blackburn Lands On The Injured List
The Oakland Athletics placed pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) on the 15-day injured list with an inflamed right middle finger. He was initially scheduled to start Wednesday against the Angels, but the A's decided to place him on the IL. Blackburn said, "he's been pitching with the finger discomfort, and it was more sore after his last start." Blackburn will see a hand specialist Monday and is hopeful not to miss too much time. The 28-year-old owns a 4.28 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and 89 strikeouts over 111 1/3 innings in 2022. JP Sears was called up from Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move. Sears was acquired by the A's in the Frankie Montas trade with the Yankees. The 26-year-old owned a 2.05 ERA and 0.86 WHIP in 22 innings with New York in 2022.
Source: Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco ChronicleRotoBaller.com
Tue May 10 202200:18Paul Blackburn Tosses Another Gem Monday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn improved to 4-0 in Monday's 2-0 win over the Tigers. Blackburn pitched 6 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing four hits and no walks with three strikeouts. The 28-year-old hasn't been fantasy relevant since his rookie season in 2017, but he now owns a sterling 1.74 ERA with 26 strikeouts and three walks over his first six starts and 31 IP this season. It may be hard for fantasy managers to buy into his recent performance so far given his career track record, but Blackburn is currently just 58 percent rostered and is now worth a look in most leagues. He will look to keep things going in his next start against a tough Angels matchup at home.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Apr 22 202211:06Paul Blackburn Moves to 2-0 After Thursday's Win
Oakland Athletics right-hander Paul Blackburn earned his second win of the season after defeating the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 on Thursday. The 28-year-old threw five innings of one-run ball while striking out four and allowing just three hits and no free passes. Blackburn has impressive numbers thus far, posting a 1.80 ERA, 25.5 K%, and 0.80 WHIP. These aren't close to his career numbers, as, before 2022, he owned a lifetime ERA and FIP of 5.74 and 4.67, respectively. However, Blackburn's impressive 1.39 FIP backs up his mini breakout so far. He's looking more like a must-add after each start, so if he's still available, fantasy managers would be wise to take a shot on him on the waiver wire.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Sep 22 202109:29Paul Blackburn Ineffective In Loss To Mariners On Tuesday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn allowed four runs - three earned - across four innings to take the loss on Tuesday versus Seattle. Blackburn entered the rotation after Chris Bassitt (face) landed on the injured list, and has not been effective as a starter as the A's continue to plummet down the standings. Blackburn has not pitched past the fifth inning in any of his seven starts and is sporting a grotesque 5.17 ERA on the season. He's not a fantasy option in a start versus Houston next time out.
Source: ESPN.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Aug 30 202110:53Paul Blackburn Delivers Five Shutout Innings In No-Decision
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn allowed five hits and zero runs across five innings, but had to settle for a no-decision Sunday versus the Yankees. Blackburn had only one strikeout and issued one walk in the contest. The right-hander has stepped up in his three outings since taking over for Chris Bassitt (face) in the starting rotation. Blackburn has made three starts and lasted at least five innings in all of them while allowing no more than three runs in any start. Despite being good for the A's, Blackburn doesn't have much fantasy appeal as he's got just a 12% career strikeout rate and will face a tough Toronto lineup next time he toes the rubber.
Source: ESPN.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 24 202110:01Paul Blackburn Pitches Well In No-Decision Versus Seattle
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn allowed two runs in 5 2/3 innings pitched in a no-decision Monday versus the Mariners. Blackburn was cruising along in this one as he tossed five shutout innings before running into trouble in the sixth. The right-hander served up a hit then a two-run homer to Mitch Haniger before being removed from the game. Blackburn has now pitched well in two spot-starts since Chris Bassitt (face) was placed on the injured list, but he's not a name to chase in fantasy as he still has a 5.53 ERA in 110 career innings while sporting a sub-20 percent strikeout rate. Toss in a matchup with the red-hot Yankees up next and Blackburn can safely be left on waivers.
Source: ESPN.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Aug 19 202110:56Paul Blackburn Pitches Well In Surprise Start At Chicago
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn allowed two runs across 5 1/3 innings but took the loss Wednesday at the White Sox. Blackburn was called up from Triple-A earlier in the day and found out he was starting just hours before first pitch, so all things considered it was a strong effort from the 27-year-old. Blackburn was called up due to Chris Bassitt (face) going on the injured list, so he could make a few more starts for Oakland while Bassitt is sidelined. Blackburn has a 5.66 career ERA across 105 Major League innings and his ERA in Triple-A this season was 4.97, so there's not much here for fantasy managers to be excited about even if he sticks in the rotation.
Source: Jessica Kleinschmidt - NBC Sports Bay AreaRotoBaller.com
Tue Feb 23 202121:14Mitch Moreland finalizes $2.5M deal with Oakland Athletics
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — First baseman and designated hitter Mitch Moreland finalized a $2.5 million, one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics on Thursday. Following the departure of slugger Khris Davis to Texas in a trade this month, Moreland projects to get at-bats on an Oakland team that has made the playoffs each of the past three years. The 35-year-old hit .265 with 10 home runs and 29 RBIs in 42 games between Boston and San Diego last season. He could be a strong candidate to give first baseman Matt Olson a break. Moreland earned $925,926 in prorated pay last year from a $2.5 million salary. Oakland designated right-handed pitcher Paul Blackburn for assignment to open a roster spot. Blackburn had two stints with the A’s last year but pitched just once, starting the second game of a doubleheader against Seattle on Sept. 26. He allowed seven runs, five hits and two walks in 2 1/3 innings and was the loser in a 12-3 defeat. The 27-year-old right-hander made his big league debut with Oakland in 2017 and is 5-7 with a 5.69 ERA in 18 starts and three relief appearances in four seasons. ___ More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
Sun Sep 15 201900:07Oakland-Texas Runs
Rangers second. Nick Solak grounds out to third base, Matt Chapman to Matt Olson. Nomar Mazara flies out to deep center field to Mark Canha. Danny Santana singles to left field. Rougned Odor homers to center field. Danny Santana scores. Delino DeShields walks. Jose Trevino pinch-hitting for Jeff Mathis. Jose Trevino singles to right field. Delino DeShields scores. Shin-Soo Choo strikes out swinging.3 runs, 3 hits, 1 error, 1 left on. Rangers 3, Athletics 0.Athletics third. Josh Phegley grounds out to shallow infield, Nick Solak to Danny Santana. Marcus Semien singles to left field. Ramon Laureano singles to left field. Marcus Semien to second. Matt Chapman homers to left field. Ramon Laureano scores. Marcus Semien scores. Matt Olson reaches on error. Fielding error by Nick Solak. Khris Davis strikes out swinging. Mark Canha flies out to shallow center field to Delino DeShields.3 runs, 3 hits, 1 error, 1 left on. Athletics 3, Rangers 3.Athletics fourth. Chad Pinder singles to left field.... [More]
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