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Fri Mar 801:14Kenta Maeda Shaky In Latest Spring Outing
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda allowed two runs, four hits, and two walks over three innings of work against the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. He also struck out one batter. After surrendering zero earned runs in his 2024 Spring Training debut last week, Maeda was roughed up this time around. With that said, we can't put too much stock into one fluky spring outing. Maeda had an impressive 3.77 xERA, 10.09 K/9, and 2.42 BB/9 last year, and he figures to operate as the Tigers' No. 3 starter throughout his first campaign in Detroit. He's an intriguing value option in fantasy baseball leagues.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Nov 26 202320:08Kenta Maeda Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Tigers
Free-agent pitcher Kenta Maeda and the Detroit Tigers are in agreement on a two-year, $24 million contract. The right-hander will remain in the American League Central after spending the past four seasons with the Minnesota Twins, one of which was eliminated due to Tommy John surgery. Maeda returned from the UCL procedure to work to a 4.23 ERA across 21 outings (20 starts), but underlying numbers suggest he was better than his surface ERA may indicate. Maeda also posted a 3.76 SIERA and a 20.8% K-BB%, which is the second-best mark of his career and his top figure aside from his 28.2% mark posted in the COVID-shortened 2020 season. He will provide a veteran presence for a youthful Tigers rotation in the 2024 campaign.
Source: Jeff PassanRotoBaller.com
Fri Nov 24 202319:19Kenta Maeda Talks Have Intensified With Tigers
Starting pitcher Kenta Maeda has been in talks with the Detroit Tigers this week, and those talks have intensified over the last couple of days. Maeda signed an eight-year, $25 million contract with the Dodgers in 2016 that was full of incentives -- his first contract stateside. The Japanese-born pitcher will be 36 years old next season and will likely receive a one- or two-year contract toward the end of his career. Steamer projections have Maeda pitching in 24 games and finishing 2024 with a 4.15 ERA and 135 strikeouts in 132 innings pitched. Those numbers are similar to his 2023 stats, which means he'd be a good fantasy player in deeper leagues as rotation depth.
Source: Jon MorosiRotoBaller.com
Fri Nov 24 202316:53Twins Interested In Kenta Maeda Reunion
The Minnesota Twins are interested in bringing back starting pitcher Kenta Maeda. The right-hander has spent the past three seasons in Minnesota, most recently working to a 4.23 ERA across 21 outings (20 starts) in the 2023 season. However, there's reason to believe he pitched better than his surface ERA might suggest as he also posted a 3.76 SIERA while his 20.8% K-BB% was the second-best mark of his MLB career and his best figure among non-COVID seasons as he put forth a 28.2% K-BB% in the shortened 2020 season when he finished second in AL Cy Young voting. The 35-year-old missed the 2022 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery but is garnering interest ahead of his second season back while the rival Detroit Tigers have also shown interest in the veteran.
Source: Jon Heyman -- New York PostRotoBaller.com
Mon Sep 25 202300:17Kenta Maeda Will Pitch Out Of Bullpen This Week
Minnesota Twins right-handed pitcher Kenta Maeda is being moved to the bullpen for the coming week, according to manager Rocco Baldelli. Maeda was originally slated to pitch on Tuesday against Oakland, but Baldelli appears to be setting up his postseason rotation and wants to see Maeda get some reps out of the bullpen in preparation for that. It is a tough break for Maeda's fantasy managers, as a tasty matchup against the A's in the championship week could've made for a nice stat line. Bailey Ober will start in his place on Tuesday and is worth a look in leagues where he is available.
Source: Do-Hyoung ParkRotoBaller.com
Fri Sep 15 202300:56Kenta Maeda Brilliant In Win Over White Sox
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda tossed seven sparkling frames on Thursday, matching a season-high while leading the Twins to a 10-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Maeda allowed two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out eight, with both runs coming in his final inning of work. He had his splitter working in this one, as it generated nine whiffs on 25 swings. The 35-year-old's biggest issue this season has been length, so it was nice to see that he was stretched out to 105 pitches in this one. He could be helpful down the stretch for fantasy managers in the playoffs and is worth a look next week with a middling match-up against Cincinnati on tap.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Sep 14 202314:43Kenta Maeda Aiming For More Positive Regression Thursday
Minnesota Twins pitcher Kenta Maeda will look to see some more positive regression take place when he takes on the Chicago White Sox on the road Thursday. The veteran right-hander enters Thursday's start sporting a 4.65 ERA on the season, but also a 4.20 FIP, 3.93 SIERA, and a stellar 19.4% K-BB% that is right in line with his 19.6% career mark. The 35-year-old saw improved results with 5 1/3 innings of two-run ball his last time out against the Mets and has now allowed three earned runs or fewer in eight of his last nine starts. He has a great opportunity to continue his solid stretch as he takes on a White Sox offense that sits dead last with a .293 wOBA versus right-handed pitching this season.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 16 202321:14Kenta Maeda Picks Up A No-Decision Wednesday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda pitched four-plus innings, allowing three runs and logging a no-decision on Wednesday against Detroit. Maeda surrendered multiple home runs for the first time this season. He was taken out in the fifth inning after giving up a leadoff single. Twins right-handed reliever Dylan Floro took over and left the baserunner stranded, averting any additional impact on Maeda's ERA. The 35-year-old holds a 3-7 record with a 4.13 ERA and 69 strikeouts in 69/2 innings of work this season.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Jul 31 202312:17Twins Willing To Listen On Sonny Gray, Kenta Maeda
The Minnesota Twins are listening to trade offers on right-handers Sonny Gray and Kenta Maeda, according to sources, but they'd need to be blown away to make a deal that potentially harms their postseason chances. Both Gray and Maeda will be free agents at the end of the year, and the Twins are unlikely to retain either of them on the open market. The Twins are likely to extend a qualifying offer to Gray. Minnesota has had a disappointing week, but they can still easily win the weak American League Central and try to end their 18-game playoff losing streak. Gray has been solid this year with a 3.22 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 115 K's in 117 1/3 innings over his 21 starts. Maeda has struggled a bit more coming off injury and has a 4.53 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 65 K's in 53 2/3 innings in his 11 starts.
Source: The Athletic - Dan HayesRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 21 202319:07Kenta Maeda To Start On Friday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (triceps) will take the mound versus the Detroit Tigers on Friday. The 35-year-old has been sidelined since late April due to a right triceps strain. Before that, Maeda made four starts and didn't look good at all. That being said, fantasy managers might want to take a wait-and-see approach here. Possibly, he could have some deep league value, but that 9.00 ERA is tough to overlook.
Source: Do-Hyoung ParkRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 20 202309:35Kenta Maeda Expected Back This Week
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda (triceps) is expected to rejoin the club later this week after pitching in his final rehab start on Friday, according to MLB.com. The 35-year-old has been on the injured list since April 29 after suffering a right-triceps strain during his start on April 26. Before going down, Maeda pitched to a 9.00 ERA and 1.63 WHIP with 14 punchouts over 16 innings. Fantasy managers can expect better numbers from the former Cy Young candidate going forward, and he should be on a roster in every format.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 14 202309:57Kenta Maeda Set For A Friday Rehab Start
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda (triceps) is scheduled to make another rehab start on Friday with Triple-A St. Paul, according to MLB.com. The 35-year-old last pitched on June 10 when he recorded five strikeouts and no walks over four innings of work. There's a chance that Maeda could return in June, but the club has yet to decide on the next steps in his recovery. The seven-year veteran hasn't started in a big league game since April 26 after suffering a right-triceps strain and landing on the 15-day injured list. Before the ailment, he pitched to a 9.00 ERA with a 1.63 WHIP and 14 strikeouts across 16 innings (four starts). Fantasy managers should check back in for more updates on his return timeline.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Apr 29 202310:25Kenta Maeda Goes On IL, Bailey Ober Called Up To Start
The Minnesota Twins placed starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (triceps) on the 15-day injured list on Saturday with a right-triceps strain and recalled right-hander Bailey Ober from Triple-A St. Paul in a corresponding move. Things haven't gone well for Maeda early in 2023 in his first season back from Tommy John surgery. He has a 9.00 ERA after four starts and is now on the shelf after leaving his last start early on Thursday against the Yankees. There's no timeline for when he'll be able to return at this point. Ober is getting the nod on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals and will take Maeda's rotation spot for now. Ober had a successful spot start against the Nationals last week and has been pitching well in the minors. The 27-year-old makes for a decent streaming option against KC.
Source: Twins TwitterRotoBaller.com
Fri Apr 28 202316:17Kenta Maeda Being Shut Down 3-7 Days
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (triceps) is dealing with a right-triceps strain and will be shut down for three to seven days until his symptoms resolve. "There's nothing that we've found that has any issues to do with his previous Tommy John ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction surgery. So we treat it just like a muscle strain," head athletic trainer Nick Paparesta said. The 35-year-old right-hander exited his start early against the Yankees on Wednesday after getting roughed up and also injured. Maeda will go on the injured list and will miss some time, but it could have been worse. He has a rough 9.00 ERA and 1.62 WHIP in his first four starts and has probably been dropped in a lot of fantasy leagues. Bailey Ober will take Maeda's rotation spot for now.
Source: The Athletic - Dan HayesRotoBaller.com
Thu Apr 27 202318:21Kenta Maeda Likely Headed To Injured List
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (elbow) may be heading to the injured list. Manager Rocco Baldelli said it was likely Maeda will need a stint on the IL after an MRI revealed a muscle strain. There was no structural damage revealed, but Maeda was removed from his start on Wednesday due to arm fatigue. Maeda made his way back from Tommy John surgery this season, so hopefully there's nothing too serious going on with his arm.
Source: Aaron GleemanRotoBaller.com
Wed Apr 26 202316:45Kenta Maeda To Have MRI On Elbow
Updating a previous post, Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said that starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (elbow) complained of elbow soreness late in his start on Wednesday against the New York Yankees and will get an MRI exam. "The positive part of this is it's not on the medial side. It's not on the side where you would normally be very concerned. One way or the other he's going to need some time off," Baldelli said. The 35-year-old right-hander was initially believed to be dealing with a back injury, but now it's an elbow issue. It's bad news for Maeda, who is in his first year back from Tommy John surgery. Before leaving on Wednesday, he allowed 10 earned runs in just three-plus innings, and his ERA on the year now sits at an ugly 9.00. Maeda will almost certainly require a trip to the injured list.
Source: The Athletic - Aaron GleemanRotoBaller.com
Wed Apr 26 202316:16Kenta Maeda Exits Wednesday's Game With Injury
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (back) exited his start early on Wednesday in the fourth inning against the New York Yankees and was accompanied by head athletic trainer Nick Paparesta. Maeda appeared to be grabbing at his back, but we'll update you on his condition when we know more details. He clearly wasn't feeling right in this outing, especially with the Yankees bunting on him early and often. Along with the injury, the 35-year-old's day was downright disastrous, as he allowed 10 earned runs on 11 hits while walking two and striking out two before he left. Maeda also left his previous start early due to an ankle injury, so things haven't gone well for him so far in his first season back from Tommy John surgery. The veteran right-hander now has a 9.00 ERA and could be headed for an injured list stint.
Source: MLB.com - Do-Hyoung ParkRotoBaller.com
Mon Apr 24 202310:07Kenta Maeda Scheduled To Start Wednesday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda (ankle) is scheduled to start Wednesday against the New York Yankees. The 35-year-old is expected to throw a bullpen session on Monday. Barring any setbacks, Maeda should be all systems go for Wednesday's start. He was removed from his previous outing after a comebacker hit him in the ankle. Maeda owns a 0-3 record with a 4.15 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and a 12:1 K: BB across 13 innings in 2023. Maeda will look for his first win of the season on Wednesday. Still, fantasy managers should refrain from inserting Maeda into their starting lineups with the ankle injury and a tough matchup against the Yankees.
Source: Aaron GleemanRotoBaller.com
Sat Apr 22 202313:16Kenta Maeda To Throw A Bullpen Session On Monday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (ankle) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Monday. Maeda was struck by a comebacker in his start against the Red Sox on Thursday, which forced him to exit early. The 25-year-old righty received X-rays, which came back negative, and he will do some light throwing on Saturday before his bullpen session. The team will determine if he's ready for his next scheduled start, which is Tuesday against the Yankees, depending on how well the bullpen session goes. Even if his start is pushed back a game or two, it appears that a trip to the injured list has been avoided.
Source: Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Apr 21 202300:28X-Rays Show No Breaks For Kenta Maeda
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda's (ankle) X-rays showed no breaks after he was hit by a comebacker in his left ankle on Thursday in his outing against the Boston Red Sox. He has been walking around on his own and didn't even have his ankle wrapped. Maeda will see how he feels on Friday and in the coming days before the Twins announce whether he'll be able to make his next start. The 35-year-old veteran only made it through two innings on Thursday, and he'll be an extremely risky fantasy option next week if he makes his scheduled outing against the New York Yankees. Entering Thursday's game, Maeda had allowed five runs on 11 hits (two homers) while walking none and striking out 12 in 11 innings over two starts. He's attempting to bounce back in 2023 after missing all of last year due to Tommy John surgery.
Source: MLB.com - Do-Hyoung ParkRotoBaller.com
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