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Thu Feb 812:19Red Sox Sign Michael Fulmer To Minor-League Deal
The Boston Red Sox signed free-agent right-hander Michael Fulmer (elbow) to a two-year, minor-league deal on Thursday. Fulmer won't be on the fantasy radar at all in 2024, as he's expected to miss the entire season after having UCL revision surgery. The 30-year-old will then serve as relief depth for the BoSox in 2025. The former first-round pick and American League Rookie of the Year in 2016 with the Detroit Tigers went 3-5 with a 4.42 ERA (4.15 FIP), a 1.33 WHIP, two saves, 28 walks and 65 strikeouts in 57 innings over 58 appearances (one start) for the Chicago Cubs this past season. Fulmer began his career as a starter, but injuries have forced him into a full-time relief role at this point of his career.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Oct 19 202312:59Michael Fulmer Has Surgery, Expected To Miss 2024 Season
Chicago Cubs right-hander Michael Fulmer (elbow) underwent right-elbow UCL revision surgery on Thursday and is expected to miss the entire 2024 season as a result. Fulmer is scheduled to be a free agent after the World Series, so he may have to wait a while before signing with a team once he proves he's on track in his rehab. The 30-year-old reliever and former American League Rookie of the Year with the Detroit Tigers in 2016 went 3-5 with a 4.42 ERA (4.15 FIP), 1.33 WHIP, two saves, 28 walks and 65 strikeouts in 57 innings over 58 appearances (one start) in his first year for the Cubs in 2023.
Source: Watch Marquee - Andy MartinezRotoBaller.com
Sat Sep 16 202318:07Michael Fulmer Lands On The 15-Day Injured List
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Fulmer (forearm) has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a forearm issue on Saturday. The 30-year-old righty was recently activated from the injured list on September 11 after dealing with the same forearm issue but only made one appearance for the Cubbies before landing back on the IL. Fulmer has put together a 4.42 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 65:28 K/BB ratio over 58 appearances this year but there's a good chance his regular season is finished. Reliever Daniel Palencia was recalled from Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding move.
Source: Maddie Lee of The Chicago Sun TimesRotoBaller.com
Tue Sep 12 202300:37Michael Fulmer Activated From Injured List Monday, Earns Save
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Fulmer (forearm) was activated from the 15-day injured list Monday after recovering from a right forearm strain and earned his second save of the season in a 5-4 win over the Rockies. Fulmer came on to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one with one out and the bases empty. He allowed a walk and hit a batter before getting the second and third outs on strikeouts. The Cubs put closer Adbert Alzolay (forearm) on the 15-day IL Monday with a right forearm strain and Fulmer has closed previously in his career, so it appears that he may get the first shot in the interim. He owns a 4.42 ERA with a 10.26 K/9 rate and a 4.42 BB/9 rate in 57 innings pitched. Fulmer is now worth a look in deeper roto leagues to finish out the season.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Sep 6 202308:51Michael Fulmer Playing Catch
Chicago Cubs right-hander Michael Fulmer (forearm) has been playing catch recently and could throw a light mound session on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. The 30-year-old was placed on the injured list on August 26 after he felt discomfort in his right arm, which was eventually classified as a forearm strain. The hope is Fulmer can return to the Cubs by mid-September and continue to help anchor the bullpen. Across 56 1/3 innings of work, the former Rookie of the Year has pitched to a 4.47 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 27.0% strikeout rate, but he owns a 2.62 ERA since June 1. Fantasy managers should expect Fulmer to continue to add to his 11 holds once he's back.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Jul 21 202318:46Michael Fulmer Named Opener For Saturday
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Fulmer will serve as the opener for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The right-hander threw 15 pitches during their victory over the Cards on Friday. That being said, Fulmer will likely only be able to pitch the first inning of Saturday's game. The 30-year-old right-hander holds a 4.43 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 46:21 K:BB through 42.3 innings. This seems like strategy move by the Cubs, but it won't make Fulmer an appealing fantasy option.
Source: Tony AndrackiRotoBaller.com
Tue May 16 202309:11Michael Fulmer's Struggles Continue Monday
Chicago Cubs reliever Michael Fulmer fell victim to the Houston Astros lineup on Monday when he gave up a two-run home run while trying to preserve a 4-4 tie in the seventh inning and ended up with the loss, his third of the year. He also struck out and walked a batter over 0.2 innings. The 2023 season hasn't been pretty for Fulmer, who owns a 7.50 ERA and 1.56 WHIP over 18 innings. The only bright spot is his 26.6% strikeout rate, but that isn't enough to negate his poor ratios. Coming into the year, Fulmer was a candidate for the closer role, but he hasn't registered a save since April 7 and likely won't be trusted with the ninth inning for the foreseeable future. Fantasy managers can feel comfortable dropping the 30-year-old in all formats.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Apr 8 202312:01Michael Fulmer Records Cubs First Save Of Season
The Chicago Cubs finally had a chance for a save Friday against the Texas Rangers, and it was right-hander Michael Fulmer who took the hill to close the 2-0 victory. He went two innings, allowing one hit and striking out four. Fulmer is running a 0.00 ERA with seven punchouts and one walk across 3.1 innings thus far. The Cubs signed the 30-year-old over the offseason, planning to have him at least contribute to the closing role after posting a 3.39 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, and 22.1% strikeout rate with three saves and 25 holds in 2022. It's a good sign for fantasy managers, and though he still may have to split save opportunities with Brad Boxberger, it looks like Fulmer will get the bulk of them.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Apr 4 202308:48Michael Fulmer Off To A Good Start
Chicago Cubs right-hander Michael Fulmer hasn't pitched much yet in 2023 but has been solid when on the mound. Over 1.1 innings, the 30-year-old has three strikeouts and no runs allowed. Fulmer was great a season ago, pitching to a 3.39 ERA and a 22.1% strikeout rate over 63.2 innings. He hasn't had a save opportunity to date, but no neither has any arm on the Cubs pitching staff. Coming into the season, Fulmer was thought of as one of the leading candidates for the closer job, but obviously, there's been no clarity on that situation yet. The former New York Mets draft pick might split chances with Brad Boxberger, which would still allow the former to compile north of 10 saves throughout the season while earning his fair share of holds. Fulmer has relevance in every format but isn't going to be a top reliever in any league.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 14 202314:04Michael Fulmer, Brad Boxberger Viewed As Primary Closers
The Chicago Cubs view relievers Michael Fulmer and Brad Boxberger as their primary closing options in 2023 for the ninth inning. Boxberger has 82 career saves and a long track record of durability and reliability. Fulmer won the American League Rookie of the Year in 2016 and was an All-Star in 2017 as a starter, but he moved to a full-time relief role after having Tommy John surgery in 2019. He saved 14 games for the Tigers in 2021 and had a 2.97 ERA in almost 70 innings. The Cubs also could use the likes of Brandon Hughes, Rowan Wick and Adbert Alzolay in closing situations, which makes Chicago's closing situation more of a committee approach. But if you're speculating on saves in deeper leagues, Fulmer and Boxberger could be decent options.
Source: The Athletic - Patrick MooneyRotoBaller.com
Fri Feb 10 202318:04Michael Fulmer Agrees With Cubs Friday
Free-agent right-hander Michael Fulmer agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Chicago Cubs on Friday, according to sources. Fulmer began his major-league career as a starter for the Detroit Tigers, and he won the American League Rookie of the Year in 2016 before being named to the All-Star team in 2017. But now he's a full-time reliever and posted a 3.39 ERA (3.57 FIP), 1.37 WHIP, three saves and 61 strikeouts in 63 2/3 relief innings in 2022 with the Tigers and Minnesota Twins. The 29-year-old veteran has never been a big strikeout guy in his career (7.4 K/9 in 617 innings), so fantasy managers shouldn't be expecting dominance in the strikeout department. However, Fulmer could be in the mix for some saves in Chicago's bullpen in what's expected to be a committee consisting of Brandon Hughes, Brad Boxberger and Adbert Alzolay.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Sep 9 202211:56Michael Fulmer Notches Third Save On Thursday
Minnesota Twins pitcher Michael Fulmer allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one in two-thirds of an inning, earning the save in Thursday's 4-3 win against the New York Yankees. He entered the game in the ninth inning with a runner on first base to protect a two-run lead. The 29-year-old loaded the bases and allowed a run before retiring the last two batters to end the game. Since being acquired by the Twins at the MLB trade deadline, he owns a 3.38 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 18:7 K:BB in 16 innings across 18 appearances. Fulmer is used in high-leverage situations but is called on for the occasional save, making him more of a fantasy asset in deep-league formats.
Source: MLBRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 2 202218:59Michael Fulmer Moved To Twins
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer has been traded to the Minnesota Twins. This adds on to the already big day for the Twins. The Tigers will receive right-hander Sawyer Gipson-Long in exchange for Fulmer. This season, Fulmer has a 3.20 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 39/20 K/BB ratio through 39.3 innings of work. The additions of Fulmer and Jorge Lopez should hopefully be a significant upgrade to Minnesota's bullpen. As for Detroit, they receive a fairly decent arm in Gipson-Long. He has pitched well in High-A and will hopefully move quickly through the minor league system.
Source: Detroit Free PressRotoBaller.com
Sat Jul 30 202212:57Blue Jays Interested In Michael Fulmer
The Toronto Blue Jays are among the teams interested in Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer, according to sources. Fulmer tossed a scoreless eighth inning against the Blue Jays on Friday night and has been very solid in a relief role for Detroit this year, posting a 2.77 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP with two saves, 38 strikeouts and 20 walks in 39 relief innings. The 29-year-old right-hander will be a free agent after this season, and he could provide the Blue Jays with an experienced bullpen arm ahead of closer Jordan Romano as they prepare for a run at a postseason spot in the second half of the season.
Source: MLB Network - Jon MorosiRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 25 202211:57Michael Fulmer Not Worried About Velocity
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer's fastball averaged 92.3 mph in his spring training debut on Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates after averaging around 96 mph last year. Fulmer said he was "a little rusty" but wasn't overly concerned about his first outing. The 29-year-old right-hander threw eight of his 19 pitches for strikes and allowed two runs on two hits, one walk and a strikeout in one-third of an inning. Fulmer relied primarily on his slider and sinker last year, and his slider velocity was notably down as well on Wednesday. He finished last year with a 2.97 ERA with 20 walks, 73 strikeouts and 14 saves in 69 2/3 innings over 52 outings (four starts). Fulmer will be a high-leverage reliever in Detroit's bullpen, but his fantasy value is limited with Gregory Soto functioning as the closer.
Source: Detroit Free Press - Evan PetzoldRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 4 202108:47Michael Fulmer Earns His 14th Save In The Finale
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer put a cap on the team's season on Sunday. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning in the team's 5-2 win over the Chicago White Sox, earning his 14th save of the year. 2021 was a fantastic bounce-back season for Fulmer. He didn't pitch in 2019 after undergoing Tommy John surgery, then struggled to an 8.78 ERA over 10 starts in 2020. This year, over 52 appearances, he tallied 14 saves and nine holds while maintaining a 2.97 ERA, a 1.28 WHIP and a 3.7 K/BB rate. It will be interesting to see what the organization plans for the rejuvenated 28-year-old next year.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Fri Oct 1 202110:22Michael Fulmer Closes Out Thursday's Win
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer closed out the team's 10-7 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday to earn his 13th save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out one. The 28-year-old reliever has recorded five of his 13 saves this month. He's only allowed one earned run over 13 innings in September. He's the top candidate for saves in Detroit the rest of the way this year. Fantasy managers in need of saves for the final weekend of the season should consider adding him if he's available.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Tue Sep 21 202116:58Michael Fulmer Closes Out Tuesday's Win
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer closed out the team's 5-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday to earn his 11th save of the year. He pitched 1 1/3 innings and allowed two hits, one walk and no runs while striking out one. The Tigers have won four straight games now and Fulmer has earned saves in two of them while Alex Lange and Kyle Funkhouser earned a save a piece in the other two games. Fulmer is the best bet to be the primary saves candidate for the Tigers going forward now that Gregory Soto (finger) is out for the year. Add Fulmer in any league where saves are highly-coveted.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sun Sep 19 202108:18Michael Fulmer Records His 10th Save
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer closed the door on Saturday's 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays to earn his 10th save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one walk and no hits while striking out one. The team's primary closer, Gregory Soto (hand), was likely unavailable for the game after he was hit in the hand by a comebacker on Friday. There's no word yet on the severity of Soto's injury, but if he lands on the injured list, Fulmer will be in good shape to earn further save opportunities going forward. Fulmer has a 3.18 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP on the year and he's converted 10 of his 14 save opportunities.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 25 202106:51Michael Fulmer Earns His Eighth Save On Tuesday
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer closed out the team's 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday to earn his eighth save of the year. He pitched 1 1/3 innings and allowed one hit, no walks and no runs while striking out one. Gregory Soto, the team's primary closer, hadn't pitched since Sunday, so he should have been available for this game, but Tigers manager A.J. Hinch opted to go with Fulmer instead. Soto leads the team with 15 saves on the year and should still be considered the team's primary closer, but Fulmer could continue to earn a few saves here and there.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
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