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Mon Mar 1118:15Luke Weaver Has Start Pushed Back
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luke Weaver (neck) won't make his scheduled start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday. It appears the right-hander is dealing with neck stiffness, so the team will take a cautious approach here. The 30-year-old signed a one-year deal with the Yankees this past offseason. Weaver has struggled to establish himself as a legitimate starter at the big league level. He looks to make the team as a back-end starter, so hopefully he can get back on the mound soon.
Source: Max GoodmanRotoBaller.com
Thu Jan 1122:07Luke Weaver, Yankees Agree On One-Year Deal
Free-agent right-hander Luke Weaver and the New York Yankees agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal on Thursday, pending a physical, according to a source familiar with the deal. The contract includes a club option for 2025 and can max out at $8.25 million. Weaver wasn't very great in 2023 while posting a 6.40 ERA (5.61 FIP) and 1.58 WHIP with 40 walks and 109 strikeouts in 123 2/3 innings over 29 outings (25 starts) for the Cincinnati Reds, Seattle Mariners and Yankees. The 30-year-old was most impressive in New York, though, allowing five earned runs while striking out 16 in 13 1/3 innings over his three starts in the Bronx. Weaver is going to be an option to round out the Yankees' starting rotation in 2024, but he's probably going to be a volatile fantasy arm in AL-only leagues.
Source: FanSided - Robert MurrayRotoBaller.com
Tue Sep 12 202316:22Yankees Claim Luke Weaver Off Waivers From Mariners
The New York Yankees claimed right-hander Luke Weaver off waivers from the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday and moved left-hander Nestor Cortes (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. The Mariners designated Weaver for assignment last weekend after he allowed nine earned runs on 16 hits (two homers) while walking three and striking out eight in 13 1/3 innings over five outings (one start) for them. The 30-year-old has posted a rough 6.77 ERA (5.75 FIP), 1.61 WHIP, 37 walks and 93 strikeouts in 110 1/3 innings over 26 appearances (22 starts) for the M's and Cincinnati Reds in 2023, so he's basically been well off the fantasy radar all year.
Source: New York Post - Greg JoyceRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 19 202308:37Luke Weaver Exits Early Tuesday
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luke Weaver (arm) left his Tuesday start early after a comebacker hit him on the left arm, according to MLB.com. Manager David Bell told reporters after the game that X-rays came back negative, and there's a chance he'll make his next start, scheduled for Sunday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This news has little fantasy impact, as Weaver's been one of the worst starting pitchers this season, producing a 7.22 ERA and 1.63 WHIP with 64 strikeouts across 76 innings. Even if he avoids time on the injured list, fantasy managers should drop the 29-year-old if they haven't already.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Apr 20 202312:14Luke Weaver Activated And Starting Thursday
The Cincinnati Reds activated right-hander Luke Weaver (forearm) from the 15-day injured list on Thursday, and he will start against the Pittsburgh Pirates in his season debut. In a corresponding move, right-handed rookie Levi Stoudt was optioned to Triple-A Louisville. Weaver is getting a late start to the season after dealing with right forearm inflammation in spring training. The 29-year-old mostly pitched in relief for the Arizona Diamondbacks and Kansas City Royals in 2022 and wasn't very good, posting a 6.56 ERA in only 35 2/3 innings. We wouldn't recommend using Weaver as a streamer in fantasy in his first start of the year. Stoudt's MLB debut didn't go very well on Wednesday, as he allowed seven runs on nine hits (one homer) in four innings against the Rays.
Source: Reds TwitterRotoBaller.com
Tue Apr 18 202315:51Luke Weaver Expected To Be Activated And Start Wednesday
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luke Weaver (forearm) is expected to come off the injured list to start on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Pitching prospect Levi Stoudt is being brought up for a spot start on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays, which will allow the Reds to push Hunter Greene (leg) back to this weekend after he was hit by a comebacker in his last outing on Monday. The 29-year-old Weaver has been recovering from a flexor tendon strain and will make his 2023 debut for the Reds after allowing three runs on three hits while walking four and striking out nine in nine innings over his two rehab starts with Triple-A Louisville. Weaver should stick in Cincy's rotation moving forward, making him valuable at least in NL-only formats.
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Charlie GoldsmithRotoBaller.com
Sun Apr 2 202314:02Luke Weaver To Throw Extended Bullpen Sunday
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Luke Weaver (forearm) is throwing an extended bullpen Sunday. If all goes well, he will head out on a rehab assignment. Weaver could take a spot in the rotation, but he isn't worth owning even in the deepest of leagues. He pitched 35 2/3 and had a 6.56 ERA and 1.82 WHIP with a 20% strikeout rate.
Source: Charlie GoldsmithRotoBaller.com
Sun Apr 2 202314:00Luke Weaver Scheduled To Throw An Extended Bullpen Sunday
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Luke Weaver (elbow) is scheduled to throw an extended bullpen session on Sunday. His next step in the process would be a rehab assignment, barring any setbacks. The 29-year-old righty has been dealing with forearm soreness that popped up during spring training but could join the Reds' rotation later this month. He put up a poor 6.56 ERA and 1.82 WHIP over 35 2/3 innings between the Diamondbacks and Royals last season.
Source: Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati EnquirerRotoBaller.com
Fri Jan 13 202318:06Reds Sign One-Year Deal With Luke Weaver
The Cincinnati Reds signed free-agent right-hander Luke Weaver to a one-year deal worth $2 million on Friday. He will compete for a starting rotation spot in spring training. Weaver had a combined 26 appearances (only one start) last year and posted a 6.56 ERA (2.69 FIP), 1.82 WHIP and 20 percent strikeout rate over only 35 2/3 innings with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Kansas City Royals. The 29-year-old came to Arizona in 2019 in the Paul Goldschmidt trade. He had a career-best 2.94 ERA in 12 starts in his first year in the desert but hasn't been any good since. Weaver won't be particularly attractive if he wins a spot in Cincy's starting rotation, and if not he'll fill a relief role out of the bullpen. He can be ignored in mixed leagues in 2023.
Source: The Athletic - C. Trent RosecransRotoBaller.com
Wed Oct 26 202221:29Mariners Claim Luke Weaver Off Waivers From KC
The Seattle Mariners claimed right-hander Luke Weaver off waivers from the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. Weaver begin the 2022 season with the Arizona Diamondbacks and was traded to the Royals in August. He finished his season with a combined 6.56 ERA (2.69 FIP), a 1.82 WHIP, 38 strikeouts and 13 walks in 35 2/3 innings pitched at the major-league level in 26 appearances (one starts) for Arizona and Kansas City. In 14 relief appearances for the Royals after the trade, Weaver allowed 15 runs (12 earned) while giving up 28 hits, walking eight and striking out 19 in 19 1/3 frames. He'll be competing for a spot in the bullpen for Seattle's relief corps in spring training next year.
Source: Mariners PRRotoBaller.com
Mon Aug 1 202221:57Luke Weaver Headed To Kansas City
The Kansas City Royals acquired right-hander Luke Weaver from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for outfielder Emmanuel Rivera on Monday. Weaver has appeared in 12 games for Arizona in 2022, posting a 1-1 record, 7.71 ERA, 1.78 WHIP, and 19 strikeouts over 16 1/3 innings of work. Look for Weaver to try to help bolster the Kansas City bullpen moving forward.
Source: Joel Sherman on TwitterRotoBaller.com
Sun Jun 12 202211:45Luke Weaver To Provide Bulk Relief Innings Sunday
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Luke Weaver (elbow) was activated from the 60-day injured list on Sunday and is expected to provide bulk innings in relief against the Philadelphia Phillies behind starter Kyle Nelson. Weaver has been out since early April with an elbow strain, and he said he made adjustments to his delivery and was thrilled with the results. The 28-year-old allowed two runs in six innings while walking two and striking out five on his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Reno. Weaver is standing taller in his delivery and "trying to use less body and to use more arm and try to let that flow and be natural." He opened the year as a reliever, but he's been building up and should eventually be a starter for the D-backs.
Source: The Arizona Republic - Nick PiecoroRotoBaller.com
Mon Jun 6 202214:33Luke Weaver To Make Another Rehab Appearance
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (elbow) is scheduled to make another minor league rehab appearance this week. The young right-hander threw 43 pitching during an two inning outing on Thursday. The Diamondbacks want Weaver to get through three innings of work before activating him. There's a good chance that he returns as a multi inning reliever when he's healthy. That being said, Weaver is unlikely to have fantasy value if he comes out of the bullpen.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 1 202209:23Luke Weaver, Keynan Middleton To Make Rehab Outings Thursday
Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed pitchers Luke Weaver (elbow) and Keynan Middleton (elbow) are both scheduled to make rehab outings at Triple-A Reno on Thursday. Both players are on the injured list with right elbow inflammation. Weaver, who has been out since Opening Day, is expected to throw around three innings or 45 pitches on Thursday. Middleton, meanwhile, will only pitch an inning on Thursday. He's been on the shelf since mid-May.
Source: AZ CentralRotoBaller.com
Mon May 23 202221:37Luke Weaver To Make Extended Spring Start
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Luke Weaver (elbow) will make a start in extended spring training on Tuesday. Weaver is expected to throw two innings and 30 pitches in the appearance. The team is planning to use the 28-year-old out of the bullpen once he's ready to return to big-league action. Weaver has made just one appearance in 2022, pitching 2/3 of an inning before hitting the injured list with elbow inflammation.
Source: Jack Magruder on TwitterRotoBaller.com
Sun Apr 10 202214:03Luke Weaver Lands On Injured List
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Luke Weaver (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This move is retroactive to April 8, so it's unclear how long Weaver is going to be sidelined. He allowed one run in his lone appearance of the season. The former first round pick has not lived up to expectations throughout his career. However, he was switched from the rotation to the bullpen in 2022. Hopefully, a move to the pen will help Weaver find his groove in the big leagues. Left-hander Kyle Nelson has been recalled to take Weaver's spot on the active roster.
Source: Jake AndersonRotoBaller.com
Mon Apr 4 202221:19Luke Weaver To Start Season In The Bullpen
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Luke Weaver (thumb) will begin the year in the bullpen, according to manager Torey Lovullo. Weaver started two Spring Training games, pitching to an 8.31 ERA over 4.1 innings, but left his last start after experiencing a blister on his thumb. The good news is he'll be ready for Opening Day, though won't begin in the starting rotation. The 28-year-old had a modest season last year, posting a 4.25 ERA, 22.5 K%, and 1.19 WHIP over 13 starts, a season after he pitched to a 6.58 ERA. Weaver already had little fantasy value, but this news will erase any value that was left. Even with an ADP of 433, fantasy managers can find better options later in the draft.
Source: Zach BuchananRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 31 202221:48Luke Weaver Exits With Thumb Blister
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (thumb) was removed in the fourth inning of his Spring Training start on Thursday. He developed a blister on the knuckle of his right thumb. According to Diamondbacks beat writer Nick Piecoro, Weaver wasn't very concerned about the blister. The 28-year-old had a solid outing before he was removed from the game. He pitched three scoreless innings, allowing two hits and two walks while striking out three. He's slated to be one of the team's starters to open the season. Last year, he made 13 starts and went 3-6 with a 4.25 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP.
Source: Nick PiecoroRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 11 202221:46Mets Have Done Background Work On Luke Weaver
The New York Mets have done some background work on Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver, and he could be a potential starting pitching target on the trade market leading up to the 2022 season. It's no secret that the Mets were in the market to add another starter this offseason. Weaver had a 4.25 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 62 strikeouts and 20 walks in 65 2/3 innings over 13 starts for the D-backs last season. In six major league seasons with the Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals, the right-hander has recorded a 4.64 ERA and 1.36 WHIP with 424 strikeouts (23.6 strikeout percentage) and 7.5% walk rate in 89 appearances (80 starts). Weaver is the No. 129 fantasy starter at RotoBaller, but a move to the Mets might make him slightly more attractive.
Source: SNY - Andy MartinoRotoBaller.com
Wed Sep 1 202120:50Luke Weaver Picks Up The Win In Return
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Luke Weaver (3-3) allowed one earned run on four hits while striking out three across six innings during Wednesday's 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres. He didn't walk anyone and picked up his third win of the season. The 28-year-old has been sidelined since May with a shoulder injury and was activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of Wednesday's start. Weaver was sharp in his first start back, limiting the Padres to one run over six innings. He threw 79 pitches, landing 51 for strikes. Weaver owns a 4.11 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 41 strikeouts over 46 innings in 2021. The Diamondbacks right-hander can be used as a streamer in a plus matchup at home against the Texas Rangers.
Source: MLBRotoBaller.com
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