Josh Winckowski

The Red Sox have optioned Josh Winckowski to Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski will head to Triple-A to clear a roster spot for Brayan Bello, who will be activated from the injured list to start Sunday. He could rejoin the team as depth later in the season.

Josh Winckowski allowed one earned run over 4.1 innings in the Red Sox's 3-1 loss to the Giants on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

He surrendered two hits and two walks while failing to strike out any batters. This performance, characterized by a lack of strikeouts and moderate control issues, aligns with his season-long struggles with WHIP and strikeout-to-walk ratio. His ERA slightly increased, but it remains at a respectable 3.22. Fantasy managers should be wary, as his high WHIP (1.52) and low strikeout numbers limit his upside in most formats. Without contributing in saves or holds, Winckowski's value is further diminished, making him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues.

Josh Winckowski delivered a solid performance, allowing just three hits and striking out one over three innings in the Red Sox's dominant 17-0 victory over the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a breath of fresh air for Winckowski, who has been battling with a high WHIP and BABIP this season. His performance today, characterized by efficient pitching and zero earned runs, could hint at a turning point. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious. Despite today's success, his season-long numbers, including a 3.50 ERA and a 1.67 WHIP, suggest inconsistency. His high strikeout rate remains appealing, but his overall reliability as a fantasy option is still questionable until he shows more consistent control and effectiveness in subsequent appearances.

Josh Winckowski has been named the starter for the Red Sox Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski has appeared in seven games this season, posting a 4.63 ERA, 2.06 WHP, and 17 strikeouts in 11 2/3 innings pitched. Sunday will mark his first start of the season.

Josh Winckowski worked around one hit to deliver a scoreless ninth inning against the Blue Jays on Tuesday. He was credited with the save as Boston ultimately defeated Toronto by a score of 7-6.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowsksi has pitched the ninth inning in back-to-back games, though Tuesday marked his first career save. He owns an impressive 1.61 ERA, 2.01 BB/9, 0.94 WHIP, and .195 OBA but won't find himself on the fantasy radar unless something happens to Boston's primary closer, Kenley Jansen.