George Kirby

George Kirby had a rough outing in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed four earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out four over five innings. This performance slightly tarnishes his otherwise stellar season stats, including a 3.74 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP. Kirby's ability to maintain a high strikeout-to-walk ratio and a solid FIP suggests this game might be more of a bump in the road rather than a trend. Fantasy managers should keep faith in him, considering his ability to dominate in prior outings, but this game serves as a reminder of the volatility present even in reliable starters.

George Kirby underwent an MRI on his knee on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Kirby was pulled from his start early on Friday, and it was said following the game that he had been dealing with an injury. The Mariners should provide an update on Kirby when they receive the results.

Mariners manager Scott Servais said George Kirby is dealing with a knee injury.

Fantasy Impact

When asked about the injury after his start on Friday, Kirby said he was "fine" so it doesn't appear to be anything serious. Kirby was pulled on Friday after allowing one run over six innings on 88 pitches against the Astros.

George Kirby delivered a solid outing in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

He pitched six innings, allowing just one earned run on four hits, with no walks and three strikeouts. Despite Kirby's strong performance, his efforts weren't enough to secure a win for the Mariners. This game is a testament to Kirby's consistent season, maintaining a commendable 3.76 ERA and a 1.04 WHIP through his first seven starts. His ability to limit walks, evidenced by a stellar 10.25 strikeout-to-walk ratio, continues to make him a reliable option in fantasy leagues. While the strikeouts were a bit lower than usual this game, his control and efficiency should keep him as a favored starter in most fantasy rotations.

George Kirby delivered an exceptional performance in Saturday's 3-1 victory over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

He tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and one walk while striking out 12. This outing is a significant boost to Kirby's fantasy value, showcasing his ability to dominate a lineup while maintaining excellent control. His season ERA now improves to 4.18, and with a WHIP of 1.11 and a K/9 of 10.6, Kirby is proving to be a reliable strikeout artist. His FIP of 2.17 and a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 9.50 further highlight his efficiency and effectiveness on the mound. Fantasy managers should consider Kirby a high-upside option due to his ability to rack up strikeouts and limit runs, making him a valuable asset in all formats.