Tue Dec 26 2023 | 16:55 | Kevin Kiermaier Returning To Toronto |
Outfielder Kevin Kiermaier has agreed to a contract to head back to the Toronto Blue Jays, pending a physical. The 33-year-old doesn't offer much in fantasy outside of AL-only or the deepest of leagues, as he has a history of injuries and provides little in the run-scoring categories. He swiped 14 bases last season, however, and hit .265, so he wasn't useless. A glove-first defender, Kiermaier represents a good low-risk option for Toronto, though they are still tied to Cody Bellinger. With a career .249/.309/.409 slash line, the Blue Jays know what they are getting from Kiermaier and can only hope he stays healthy enough to provide the excellent defense he has in the past. |
Source: Jon Heyman | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Nov 10 2023 | 14:41 | Yankees Discussing Adding Kevin Kiermaier |
The New York Yankees are reportedly discussing adding free-agent outfielder Kevin Kiermaier this offseason. The 33-year-old won a Golden Glove in 2023, which now gives him four in his career. He slashed .265/.322/.419 with eight homers, 36 RBI and 14 stolen bases during his first season with the Toronto Blue Jays last season. It appears the Yankees want to prioritize defense in the outfield, so Kiermaier would be a great fit. The left-handed slugger should also draw more interest from around the league, so Kiermaier should have multiple options this offseason. |
Source: The Athletic | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Aug 26 2023 | 12:23 | Kevin Kiermaier Retreats To The Bench |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier will start Saturday's game against the visiting Cleveland Guardians on the bench with left-hander Logan Allen on the mound. The left-handed-hitting Kiermaier is actually hitting .299 (20-for-67) against southpaws in 2023, but he's yet to go deep against them in 43 games. Daulton Varsho will start in center field and bat ninth for the Jays against Allen, with Whit Merrifield shifting to left field. Kiermaier has had a pretty solid season in his first year in Toronto, slashing .267/.326/.414 with six home runs, 14 doubles, five triples, 30 RBI, 11 stolen bases and 42 runs scored in 101 games. However, he's faded of late, going 7-for-31 (.226) with a homer, double, six RBI and three runs scored in 12 games (nine starts) so far in August. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Aug 19 2023 | 16:32 | Kevin Kiermaier Resting On Saturday |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Kiermaier returned on Friday after missing some time due to an elbow laceration. This doesn't appear to be related at all and is just a routine rest day for the veteran outfielder. Daulton Varsho will cover center field and bat ninth versus left-hander Brandon Williamson on Saturday. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly with Kiermaier out. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Aug 18 2023 | 16:10 | Kevin Kiermaier Activated From Injured List |
The Toronto Blue Jays activated outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (elbow) and right-hander Trevor Richards (neck) from the injured list on Friday and optioned outfielder Nathan Lukes and right-hander Jay Jackson to Triple-A Buffalo in corresponding moves. Kiermaier will immediately return to the starting lineup on Friday against Cincinnati Reds right-hander Brett Kennedy, playing center field and batting in the nine-hole. The 33-year-old veteran outfield spent the minimal time on the IL with a right-elbow laceration. Hopefully he'll be able to pick up where he left off in the second half of the season, as he's gone 15-for-51 (.294) with a homer, two doubles, eight RBI, a stolen base and seven runs scored in 21 games (16 starts) since the All-Star break. Kiermaier will have a low DFS ceiling on Friday in the nine-hole. |
Source: Blue Jays Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Aug 15 2023 | 20:17 | Kevin Kiermaier On Track To Return Friday |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (elbow) is on track to be activated from the injured list on Friday. He took batting practice on the field on Tuesday and said he felt good swinging a bat. It's good news for Kiermaier, considering he still has eight stitches in his right arm. Daulton Varsho has been playing center field of late for Toronto, but when healthy, Kiermaier has been the team's regular center fielder in 2023. The 33-year-old veteran is having a very solid season in his first year in Toronto, slashing .274/.336/.415 with five home runs, 13 doubles, five triples, 27 RBI, 11 stolen bases and 41 runs scored in 299 trips to the plate and 95 games played. Kiermaier has minimal power and his fantasy ceiling is limited, but he has appeal in deeper leagues for his speed in a potent Jays lineup. |
Source: The Toronto Star - Mike Wilner | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Aug 8 2023 | 16:10 | Kevin Kiermaier Put On 10-Day Injured List |
The Toronto Blue Jays placed outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (elbow) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 7) with a right-elbow laceration on Tuesday and recalled outfielder Nathan Lukes from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Kiermaier was injured on Sunday while crashing into the outfield wall and required stitches for his laceration. The 33-year-old should be able to return to Toronto when he's eligible next weekend. While he doesn't have much power, Kiermaier has had a resurgent season with the Blue Jays in 2023, slashing .274/.336/.415 with five home runs, 27 RBI, 11 stolen bases and 41 runs scored in 270 at-bats. Daulton Varsho is getting the start in center field for the Blue Jays on Tuesday. |
Source: Blue Jays Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Jul 1 2023 | 12:26 | Kevin Kiermaier Rejoins Blue Jays Lineup |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) has returned to the team's starting lineup for Saturday's contest against the visiting Boston Red Sox and right-hander Kutter Crawford. Kiermaier is starting in center field and batting ninth. The 33-year-old veteran outfielder was held out the last four games due to back spasms, but he's feeling better now and will patrol center field. DFS gamers will probably want to avoid him in the nine-hole. Fantasy managers in single-season leagues will be hoping that Kiermaier turns things around in July after he hit a measly .154 (8-for-52) with no home runs, two RBI and three stolen bases in 22 games in June. Still, his .276/.332/.444 slash line in his first year in Toronto has been useful, and he's also contributed eight stolen bases. |
Source: Baseball Press | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jun 30 2023 | 16:04 | Kevin Kiermaier Remains Out Against Red Sox |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) remains sidelined for the team's Friday game against the visiting Boston Red Sox. There remains a possibility that Kiermaier will need to go on the injured list if he's unable to get back on the field this weekend, as he hasn't played at all this week due to back spasms. Daulton Varsho will continue to patrol center field while batting eighth in the lineup on Friday against Red Sox left-hander James Paxton. The 33-year-old Kiermaier has had a very solid season to this point in his first year in Toronto, slashing .276/.332/.444 with four home runs, 11 doubles, a league-leading five triples, 18 RBI, eight stolen bases and 32 runs in 66 games. He's been cold of late, though, going 8-for-48 (.167) with no homers, two RBI and three steals in his last 21 games this month. |
Source: Baseball Press | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jun 28 2023 | 16:25 | Kevin Kiermaier Out Due To Back Spasms |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) is out of Wednesday's starting lineup against the visiting San Francisco Giants due to back spasms. Kiermaier says he's day-to-day, so it doesn't appear to be too serious, although we'll keep an eye on his status heading into Thursday's series finale against the Gigantes. The 33-year-old veteran has missed the last two games this week. Daulton Varsho is making another start in center field and is hitting sixth on Wednesday against Giants right-hander Logan Webb. Kiermaier is performing well in his first season with Toronto, hitting .276 (54-for-196), but his counting stats (four homers, 18 RBI and eight stolen bases) leave a lot to be desired. As long as he stays off the injured list, he's worth rostering in deep-mixed leagues as a regular for this Jays team. |
Source: SI.com - Mitch Bannon | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jun 9 2023 | 16:04 | Kevin Kiermaier Out With Wrist Issue |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (wrist) is not in the team's starting lineup on Friday against the Minnesota Twins. Kiermaier will get a day of rest after leaving Thursday's contest early against the Houston Astros after he was hit in the left wrist by a pitch. Thankfully, X-rays came back negative, so Kiermaier is just day-to-day and could be back in the lineup on Saturday. The 33-year-old left-handed hitter is having a solid year at the plate so far with a .296 average (48-for-162) with 10 doubles, four triples, four home runs, 16 RBI and five stolen bases in 180 plate appearances, but he's only picked up two hits in 18 at-bats (.111 average) in eight games since the calendar flipped to July. Daulton Varsho is starting in center field on Friday and is batting sixth against Twins right-hander Sonny Gray. |
Source: Baseball Press | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jun 8 2023 | 21:35 | Kevin Kiermaier Injured On Thursday |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (wrist) was removed from Thursday's meeting with the Astros after getting hit by a pitch in the second inning. Fortunately, X-rays were negative, and he was diagnosed with a left wrist contusion. The 33-year-old, who sat out a few games recently because of a back issue, will likely miss more time. However, depending on the severity of the injury, a trip to the injury list could be on the horizon. Kiermaier is hitting .296 with 16 RBI and four home runs this season, so fantasy managers are certainly hoping that's not the case. |
Source: Toronto Blue Jays | RotoBaller.com |
Wed May 31 2023 | 16:26 | Kevin Kiermaier Returns To Lineup Against Brewers |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) is back in center field and is hitting ninth in the batting order on Wednesday against right-hander Julio Teheran and the Milwaukee Brewers. Kiermaier is back in action for the Jays after missing the last two games with back soreness. The 33-year-old veteran outfielder is batting an impressive .319 (45-for-141) through 43 games in his first year in Toronto, adding nine doubles, three triples, four home runs, 15 RBI, five stolen bases and 23 runs scored. He's been even better in May, going 25-for-68 (.368) with six doubles, three homers and seven RBI, so fantasy managers will want him back in their lineups on Wednesday against Teheran. Kiermaier is a career .251 hitter, so don't expect a high average all year, but continue to ride him while he's hot. |
Source: Baseball Press | RotoBaller.com |
Tue May 30 2023 | 18:14 | Kevin Kiermaier Remains Out On Tuesday |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The veteran outfielder exited early during Saturday's game due to back discomfort. As a result, Kiermaier will miss his second straight game on Tuesday. It sounds like this is a minor issue, so fantasy managers should consider Kiermaier to be day-to-day. Daulton Varsho will cover center field and bat seventh versus right-hander Adrian Houser on Tuesday. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Sat May 27 2023 | 21:31 | Kevin Kiermaier Day-To-Day With Lower-Back Discomfort |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) is considered day-to-day with lower-back discomfort. He left Saturday's game against the Twins in the third inning after hurting his back on a throw. The 33-year-old received treatment on his back from the trainers Saturday afternoon and is considered day-to-day. He will undergo more treatment on his back Sunday. Kiermaier didn't log an at-bat before exiting. The Jays have Monday off and could opt to rest the veteran outfielder for the series finale versus the Twins. Kiermaier is slashing .319/.366/.511 with four home runs, 15 RBI, 23 runs, and five stolen bases over 43 games. Cavan Biggio would see an uptick in at-bats if Kiermaier misses additional games. |
Source: Ben Nicholson-Smith | RotoBaller.com |
Sat May 27 2023 | 16:47 | Kevin Kiermaier Removed From Saturday's Game |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (back) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins. He was lifted from the game for Cavan Biggio in the third inning due to back discomfort. The expectation is that Kiermaier will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury. Fantasy managers shouldn't be shocked if Kiermaier misses a game or two because of this issue. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update on his status. |
Source: Arden Zwelling | RotoBaller.com |
Fri May 19 2023 | 16:39 | Kevin Kiermaier Returning To The Lineup |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (illness) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. The left-handed slugger has missed each of the last two games due to a minor illness. He's back now, Kiermaier will cover center field and bat ninth versus right-hander Kyle Gibson on Friday. The 33-year-old has been off to a hot start at the plate. Kiermaier is slashing .327/.387/.522 with three home runs and 13 RBI in 32 games this season. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Dec 15 2022 | 13:52 | Kevin Kiermaier Not Expected To Be Involved In Platoon |
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier said the team didn't talk of a platoon at all when they pitched him to sign with them. He signed to be the team's starting center fielder and expects to play every day. In Kiermaier's mind, the center field job is his to lose, with George Springer set to move to right field. It's a bit of a surprise with the 32-year-old coming off left hip surgery that cut his 2022 season short. Kiermaier is an elite defender when healthy, but his offensive production has really tailed off in the last five years while playing for the Tampa Bay Rays. In that time frame, he hit .232/.296/.382 with a .678 OPS. In 63 games for Tampa in 2022, Kiermaier slashed just .228/.281/.369 with seven home runs, 22 RBI, 28 runs scored and six stolen bases. |
Source: The Toronto Star - Gregor Chisholm | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Dec 10 2022 | 13:21 | Blue Jays Agree With Kevin Kiermaier |
The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to an undisclosed deal with free-agent outfielder Kevin Kiermaier on Saturday, pending a physical, according to an industry source. Kiermaier will stay in the American League East after spending the last 10 years with the Tampa Bay Rays, where he hit .248/.308/.407 with 82 home runs, 316 RBI, 410 runs scored and 112 stolen bases in 914 regular season games. The 32-year-old became a free agent when the Rays declined his $13 million option for 2023. He played in just 63 games in 2022 before having hip surgery in August. Kiermaier has always been a an excellent center fielder (three Gold Gloves), but he has tailed off offensively in the last five seasons. He should be the starter in center field, which will move George Springer to a corner-outfield spot. |
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Shi Davidi | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Nov 10 2022 | 13:24 | Rays Decline Kevin Kiermaier's 2023 Option |
The Tampa Bay Rays declined outfielder Kevin Kiermaier's $13 million option for the 2023 season on Thursday, making him a free agent. Kiermaier underwent season-ending hip surgery in August. The 32-year-old center fielder only managed to play in 63 games in 2022 and hit an underwhelming .228/.281/.369 with seven home runs, 22 RBI, 28 runs scored and six stolen bases in his 206 at-bats. He inked a six-year, $50 million extension with Tampa before the 2017 season, but he hasn't lived up to that contract and has dealt with injuries along the way as well. Before any team decides to take a chance on him in free agency, they might want to see how his recovery from hip surgery is going, so it might be a while before we see Kiermaier land on his feet. |
Source: Bally Sports Florida - Tricia Whitaker | RotoBaller.com |