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Mon Mar 412:33Lance Lynn To Make Grapefruit League Debut On Friday
St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Lance Lynn has been in a slow progression in camp as a matter of personal preference, but he will make his Grapefruit League debut on Friday against the Washington Nationals. Lynn expressed his desire to ramp up on the back fields over the first week of spring games, a practice common throughout baseball. Despite not appearing in any games yet, he's not considered "behind" the team's other starters and is on the same throwing schedule. The 36-year-old veteran isn't going to be on any fantasy radars in mixed leagues after he had the worst season of his career in 2023 with the White Sox and Dodgers, posting a rough 5.73 ERA and 1.39 WHIP in 183 2/3 innings while giving up 44 long balls. Lynn could improve with St. Louis this year, but there's virtually no upside here.
Source: The Athletic - Katie WooRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 221:35Lance Lynn Set To Make Spring Debut On Friday
St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Lance Lynn is lined up to make his Grapefruit League debut Friday versus the Washington Nationals. Lynn began his career in St. Louis and will be sporting the Cardinals uniform for the first time since 2017 after signing a one-year, $10 million deal with the team during the offseason. The 36-year-old owned a 5.73 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and a 191:67 K: BB over 183 2/3 innings in 2023. He allowed a league-high 44 home runs and saw his BB% rise from 3.7% in 2022 to 8.4% in 2023. Lynn currently has an NFBC ADP of 297 and should improve on his lackluster 2023, throwing half his games at pitcher-friendly Busch Stadium this season, making him a solid pick in the later rounds of fantasy drafts.
Source: John DentonRotoBaller.com
Mon Nov 20 202314:36Lance Lynn Back With Cardinals On One-Year Deal
The St. Louis Cardinals and free-agent pitcher Lance Lynn have agreed to a one-year deal that will bring the veteran back to where his career began. Lynn had an $18 million club option declined by the Dodgers two weeks ago but will earn around $10 million for the 2024 season, while his new deal comes with an unspecified club option for the 2025 campaign. It was a struggle for Lynn in 2023, as the 36-year-old limped to a 5.73 ERA across 32 starts between the Dodgers and White Sox. However, he did improve with a trade-deadline move to L.A., where he worked to a 4.36 ERA in 11 outings on the west coast while his season-long 4.33 SIERA suggests he was better than his surface ERA implies. He is likely one of numerous free-agent pitchers added by the Cardinals this winter.
Source: Jeff PassanRotoBaller.com
Fri Nov 3 202315:16Dodgers Decline Lance Lynn's 2024 Option
The Los Angeles Dodgers will decline right-hander Lance Lynn's $18 million club option for the 2024 season, according to a source. The Dodgers choose to let one of their veteran starters under club control hit the open market this offseason. The 36-year-old will receive a $1 million buyout. It's possible the Dodgers will try to re-sign Lynn on the cheap, but it's not a big surprise the Dodgers chose not to pick up Lynn's option after he pitched to a combined 5.73 ERA (5.53 FIP) and 1.39 WHIP with 67 walks and 191 strikeouts in 32 starts (183 2/3 innings) for the Blue and Chicago White Sox in 2023. Lynn isn't going to blow hitters away with velocity and he also surrendered a league-high 44 home runs this year. Lynn will give interested teams a veteran innings-eater for the back end of a starting rotation in 2024.
Source: The Athletic - Fabian ArdayaRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 10 202312:09Lance Lynn Gets The Nod For Game 3 Of NLDS
Los Angeles Dodgers veteran right-hander Lance Lynn has been confirmed as the starter for Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday on the road against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Lynn will hope to keep the Dodgers from getting swept in the best-of-five series after the Blue lost the first two games of the series. Ryan Pepiot could piggyback Lynn if he's not sharp early on. The 36-year-old has plenty of postseason experience in his career, but he hasn't exactly been great (5.28 ERA) and wasn't very sharp in 32 regular season starts for the Dodgers and White Sox in 2023. He went 13-11 with a 5.73 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 191 K's in 183 2/3 innings. Lynn did not face Arizona at all in 2023.
Source: Los Angeles Daily News - J.P. HoornstraRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 10 202300:35Dodgers Leaning Lance Lynn For NLDS Game 3 Start
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that, while the team considered starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot for the National League Division Series Game 3 start on Wednesday, they are leaning towards veteran Lance Lynn, per MLB.com's Juan Toribio. However, pitching coach Mark Prior suggested that Lynn would be on a short leash if he were to start. The 36-year-old had a career-low regular season, going 13-11 with a 5.73 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and 23.6% strikeout rate in 32 starts with the White Sox and Dodgers. He does have 58 career postseason innings pitched but has compiled a poor 5.28 ERA and 1.64 WHIP. Now down 2-0 in the series, the Dodgers will need him to step up in whatever capacity he serves.
Source: Juan Toribio - MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Oct 5 202323:06Lance Lynn's Playoff Role Undecided
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Lance Lynn was scheduled to throw four innings in a simulated game on Thursday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The earliest Lynn would be able to pitch in the National League Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks would be in Game 3 next week, but Roberts isn't committing to a specific role for Lynn. Lefty Clayton Kershaw is starting in Game 1 on Saturday and rookie Bobby Miller will take the hill in Game 2 on Monday, so Lynn could be an option to start Game 3. Lynn closed out the regular season by going 4-0 in his last four starts while giving up nine earned runs while walking 11 and fanning 19 in 24 innings, but he was mostly inconsistent in 2023 with both the Dodgers and Chicago White Sox. If Lynn isn't used as a starter in this series, that role will likely go to Ryan Pepiot instead.
Source: The Athletic - Fabian ArdayaRotoBaller.com
Thu Oct 5 202314:32Lance Lynn Activated From Bereavement List
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Lance Lynn has been activated from the bereavement list prior to the club's NLDS matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Lynn was placed on the bereavement list on Saturday but will be well-rested for the NLDS considering he last started on Sept. 29 against the Giants, allowing two earned runs over six innings of work. It was a tough season for the veteran who worked to a 5.73 ERA across 32 starts but he was at least better following a trade-deadline deal to the Dodgers where he posted a 4.36 ERA across 11 starts with the blue and white. It remains to be seen if and when Lynn will appear in the upcoming series versus the D-backs with Clayton Kershaw scheduled to start Game 1 on Saturday in Los Angeles.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Sep 30 202310:51Lance Lynn Finds Rhythm After Shaky Start In Win
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Lance Lynn hurled six two-run innings on two hits and four walks with four strikeouts for his seventh win of the year in Friday's start against the San Francisco Giants. Lynn got off to a rocky start after allowing a run on a Wilmer Flores single and three consecutive batters to reach base in the first inning. Flores got to him again for a third-inning tater, but Lynn righted the ship thereafter for three scoreless frames before his night ended. Lynn's strikeout rate came down after he landed in LA, but he tidied things up for a 4.32 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and 47:22 K:BB in 64 frames to try and salvage an otherwise terrible season. The big right-hander is still likely to make the postseason rotation with several Dodgers starters on the mend.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Aug 17 202314:39Lance Lynn Seeks To Continue Dominance With Dodgers Thursday
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Lance Lynn will look to stay hot as he takes on the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night. The veteran has allowed just four earned runs while striking out 22 against four walks across three starts and 18 innings of work with the Dodgers after being acquired prior to the Aug.1 MLB trade deadline. Lynn's positive regression could be seen from a mile away, however, as his 3.83 SIERA remains well below his 5.88 ERA at this point while he's still striking out a hefty 27.4% of the batters he has faced this season. Lynn has a nice opportunity to keep the good times rolling against a Brewers offense that is tied for 25th with a .301 wOBA versus right-handed pitching this season.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Jul 28 202315:07Lance Lynn, Joe Kelly Headed To Dodgers
Updating a previous report, the Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized a deal to acquire starting pitcher Lance Lynn and relief pitcher Joe Kelly from the Chicago White Sox. It appears Chicago is ready to unload their roster after trading right-handers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez to the Los Angeles Angels earlier this week. Lynn will officially waive his no-trade clause in order to go to a contending team. He has been roughed up this season with a 6.47 ERA, 1.46 WHIP through 22 starts. Kelly is expected to be used as a late-inning option for the Dodgers. It's uncertain at the moment what the White Sox are going to get in return for these pitchers.
Source: Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Jul 28 202314:32Dodgers Nearing Trade For Lance Lynn, Joe Kelly
The Los Angeles Dodgers have recently shown interest in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn. The two sides have been reportedly discussing a trade this week and it appears they're close to a deal. The trade would also reportedly include right-handed relief pitcher Joe Kelly. Lynn has a good track record, but has been having a tough time this season. He holds a 6.47 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and has allowed a league-high 130 hits this season. Kelly has been a better than Lynn, but honestly that doesn't take much. Kelly has a 4.97 ERA, 1.31 WHIP with 41/12 K/BB ratio through 29 innings. It's uncertain what the White Sox would potentially get back as a return in this deal.
Source: Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Thu Jul 27 202316:23Dodgers Interested In Lance Lynn?
On Wednesday, a report surfaced that the Tampa Bay Rays might be on the verge of acquiring right-hander Lance Lynn from the Chicago White Sox. Lynn has a limited no-trade clause that includes the Rays, but he was said to be willing to waive it to play in Tampa. Reports surfaced later Wednesday that the Los Angeles Dodgers were also in talks to trade for Lynn, setting up a potential bidding war for the 36-year-old veteran. No trade ended up happening, and Lynn allowed seven earned runs in 4 2/3 innings in his start against the Chicago Cubs. He's had a tough season to this point, sporting a 6.47 ERA (5.22 FIP) and 1.46 WHIP with league-highs in hits allowed (130), earned runs (86) and homers allowed (28).
Source: MLB.com - Mark FeinsandRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 26 202312:11Rays Engaged In Serious Talks For Lance Lynn
The Tampa Bay Rays are engaged in serious talks with the Chicago White Sox for veteran starter Lance Lynn, and the two sides have already exchanged names. Lynn would apparently be willing to waive his no-trade clause to join the Rays at this year's trade deadline. The 36-year-old right-hander has had some rough starts and some dazzling ones in 2023. He gave up nine runs (six earned) while walking three and striking out six in 6 2/3 innings in his last start last Friday against the Minnesota Twins to raise his season ERA to 6.18 (5.28 FIP) and WHIP to 1.44 WHIP over 115 innings and 20 starts. Lynn is still striking out 27.3 percent of the batters he faces, and his fantasy value would receive a boost if he were traded to the contending Rays down the stretch.
Source: USA TODAY Sports - Bob NightengaleRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 20 202300:04Lance Lynn Placed On Bereavement List Monday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn (bereavement) was placed on the bereavement list Monday, per Chicago Sun Times' Daryl Van Schouwen. Right-hander Nick Padilla was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move. The move comes one day after Lynn turned in an excellent 16-strikeout performance. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for more updates later in the week, but the veteran could be back with the team to face the Red Sox at the end of the week. Lynn has been highly inconsistent this season, but his most recent performance served as a reminder of his high upside.
Source: Daryl Van Schouwen - Chicago Sun TimesRotoBaller.com
Sun Jun 18 202321:26Lance Lynn Notches 16 Strikeouts
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn looked unhittable throughout most of Sunday's game against the Seattle Mariners. The right-hander delivered a dominant performance in a losing effort. Lynn struck out a career-high 16 batters over seven innings of work. Those 16 punchouts matched a White Sox' franchise record set by Jack Harshman in 1954. Lynn did end up giving up three earned runs on Sunday, but looked incredible throughout most of the game. He has been inconsistent this season as he holds a 6.51 ERA, 1.51 WHIP and a 102/33 K/BB over 15 starts. His next start will be against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.
Source: mlb.comRotoBaller.com
Wed May 31 202322:47Lance Lynn Undoes Recent Rise With Eight-Run Pounding
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn threw four innings on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Angels, surrendering eight runs on eight hits and two walks. The 36-year-old struck out four in the contest, but took his sixth loss of the year as the ChiSox fell 12-5. Prior to this setback, Lynn had given up just four runs over his last 19 innings to get his ERA under the 6.00 threshold for the first time since March 31. The two-time All-Star is becoming a precarious hold in season-long leagues with three starts sacrificing seven runs or greater in 2023. Lynn has an uneven 6.55 ERA and 1.51 WHIP across 67 1/3 innings on the campaign. The big righty lines up for a dangerous spot versus the New York Yankees in the Bronx next Wednesday.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed May 17 202301:54Lance Lynn Survives Seven Innings For First Time In 2023
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn had arguably his best start of the season in a win over the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday, fanning seven batters en route to earning his second win. He sat down the first 11 hitters of the game without a scratch and was ultimately charged with just one earned run. The 36-year-old needed an encouraging game in the worst way after holding an ugly 8.15 ERA over seven starts since Opening Day. Despite the struggles, the two-time all-star's annually strong fastball spin remains intact. Lynn takes on the Kansas City Royals for a favorable matchup in his next start on Sunday, when he looks to build on Tuesday's showing. The big righty is 8-4 with a 3.83 ERA over 15 career starts against Kansas City.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Fri Apr 21 202318:55Lance Lynn Has Start Pushed Back
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn will have his upcoming start pushed back a day. The right-hander was supposed to take the mound on Sunday, but will now make the start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. Now, Lucas Giolito will take the mound for Sunday's matchup versus the Tampa Bay Rays. That means, fantasy managers aren't going to be able to get two starts from Lynn this week. However, that might not be too bad considering he holds a 7.59 ERA and 1.83 WHIP through his first 21 1/3 innings this season.
Source: Scott MerkinRotoBaller.com
Tue Apr 18 202308:45Lance Lynn Looking To Pick It Up Tuesday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn will take the mound on Tuesday to face Zack Wheeler and the Philadelphia Phillies. It hasn't been pretty so far for the 35-year-old, who has pitched to a 7.31 ERA with 21 strikeouts and an uncharacteristic seven walks over 16 innings, and he's still looking for his first victory of the season. In 2022, Lynn was solid, posting a 3.99 ERA, 3.82 FIP, 24.2% strikeout rate, and 1.13 WHIP with eight wins over 21 starts. If the 12-year veteran can get back to those numbers, he has loads of value in every fantasy format.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
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