Nick Pivetta

Nick Pivetta delivered a strong performance in Wednesday's 5-3 victory over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out nine over six innings. This outing was a bright spot in what has been a rollercoaster season for Pivetta, who entered the game with a 4.24 ERA and 1.13 WHIP. His ability to rack up strikeouts was on full display, aligning with his impressive 10.9 K/9 rate this season. Despite his losing record, performances like this highlight his potential value in fantasy leagues, particularly for those in need of strikeouts. However, his inconsistency this year suggests a cautious approach in relying on him as a regular starter.

Nick Pivetta delivered a solid performance in the Red Sox's 3-1 win over the White Sox on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just one earned run on five hits and three walks while striking out six over six innings. This outing was a positive step for Pivetta, whose season has been marked by inconsistency, evidenced by his 4.38 ERA and 10 losses this season. However, his ability to maintain a 1.15 WHIP and a strong 10.7 K/9 ratio continues to make him a viable fantasy option, particularly in leagues that reward strikeouts. His performance in this game could be a sign of stabilizing form as the season progresses, making him a potential asset for fantasy managers looking for strikeouts and quality starts.

Nick Pivetta took the mound Saturday, enduring a tough loss as the Red Sox fell 2-1 to the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed two earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six over six innings. Despite a solid performance that might have led to a win on another day, Pivetta's season continues to be a mixed bag. His ERA now sits at 4.53 with a commendable 1.13 WHIP and an impressive 10.8 K/9, indicating he can rack up strikeouts but is often let down by run support or an occasional big inning. Fantasy managers should view him as a potential strikeout asset, but his win potential seems capped by the team's performance and his inconsistency in run prevention.

Nick Pivetta endured a tough outing in Thursday's 5-1 loss to the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed three earned runs on three hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings. Despite a decent strikeout rate in this game, Pivetta's season-long issues with run prevention continued, as evidenced by his rising ERA now at 4.49. His WHIP remains solid at 1.13, suggesting some bad luck or timing issues might be at play, especially considering his .282 BABIP. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious; while his 11.0 K/9 is enticing, his inconsistency in limiting runs could be a liability in critical matchups. His performance today doesn't inspire confidence for a strong finish to the season.

Nick Pivetta threw a bullpen session on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Pivetta remains on track to return to the mound on Thursday for Boston.