Cleveland Guardians

Logan Allen took the mound and struggled through 5.2 innings, surrendering two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five in Thursday's 8-2 defeat to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact: This performance slightly inflates his already concerning 5.11 ERA and 1.41 WHIP for the season. Despite a decent strikeout count in this outing, Allen's overall effectiveness remains hampered by high hit rates and moderate walk issues, as evidenced by his 4.97 FIP and 7.5 K/9. Fantasy managers should view Allen as a risky play, primarily useful in deeper leagues or as a streaming option against less formidable lineups. His inconsistency and the lack of support from the Guardians' offense in this game further underscore the challenges of relying on him for consistent fantasy production.

Gabriel Arias is in the Guardians lineup on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Arias is starting in center field after Tyler Freeman got the start on Wednesday. Arias is hitting .254 with eight RBI so far this season.

Tyler Freeman is out of the Guardians lineup on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Freeman is on the bench after starting in center field on Wednesday. Gabriel Arias is starting in center field for Cleveland on Thursday.

Bo Naylor is back in the Guardians lineup on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Naylor makes his return behind the plate after he sat out on Wednesday. He is off to a slow start to the season, hitting .186 at the plate.

David Fry is out of the Guardians lineup on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Fry picked up two hits on Wednesday and is now hitting .327 on the season. Bo Naylor is back behind the plate for Cleveland.

Emmanuel Clase sealed the deal with a flawless inning, striking out one to notch the save in the Guardians' 3-2 victory over the Astros.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores his dominance as a closer this season, maintaining a stellar 0.55 ERA and a 0.80 WHIP through 17 appearances. His ability to consistently shut down opponents, evidenced by his 16.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio and nine saves, makes him an elite fantasy option. Clase's reliability, especially in tight games, should keep him high on the radar for fantasy managers looking for consistent save opportunities and stellar ratios.

Triston McKenzie delivered a solid performance, allowing two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out six over seven innings in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the Astros.

Fantasy Impact: This outing was a breath of fresh air for fantasy managers given McKenzie's rocky start to the season, marked by a bloated 4.34 ERA and 1.48 WHIP. His ability to navigate through a tough Astros lineup while limiting walks and keeping the ball in the park should provide some confidence in his potential for improvement.

Will Brennan went 2-for-4 in the Guardians' 3-2 victory over the Astros with a home run, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance, highlighted by his third homer of the season, offers a glimmer of hope for fantasy managers who might have been concerned by his sluggish .228 batting average. Despite the low average, Brennan's power stroke in this game could suggest a potential uptick in production, especially if he can maintain a more consistent contact rate. However, his high strikeout rate and low walk rate continue to be areas of concern. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Brennan's performance in the coming games to see if this outing marks a turning point or just a flash in the pan.

Estevan Florial went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI in the Guardians' 10-9 loss to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact: Florial's season has been a mixed bag, characterized by a low .229 batting average and a high strikeout rate of .393. However, his power potential is evident with three homers in just 18 games.

Josh Naylor went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in the Guardians' narrow 10-9 loss to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact: This season, Naylor has maintained a solid .282 batting average and his power numbers are impressive, with seven home runs and 24 RBI through 28 games. His consistent ability to drive in runs makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups.

Andres Gimenez went 4-for-9 with a walk, one RBI, and one stolen base Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Gimenez was previously 2-for-18 in the five games prior this weekend. Despite the slump, the 25-year-old is slashing .275/.345/.343 with 15 RBI and four stolen bases this season.

Ben Lively one run over four hits across 4 1/3 innings with five strikeouts and two walks on Sunday against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact: Lively was removed in the fifth inning after throwing 88 pitches. He'll have a more favorable matchup next up against the Angels.

Tanner Bibee delivered a masterful performance, allowing zero earned runs on just two hits while striking out nine over seven innings in the Guardians' 4-2 victory over the Braves on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact: This outing is a significant boost to his season statistics, lowering his ERA to 3.45 and maintaining a strong strikeout rate of 10.1 K/9. Bibee's ability to control the game without issuing any walks and keeping the ball in the park highlights his potential as a reliable fantasy option. Given his consistent performance this season, including a solid 2.92 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a manageable 1.31 WHIP, fantasy managers should consider Bibee a viable starting option in most formats, especially in matchups where his strikeout potential can be maximized.

Steven Kwan went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the Guardians' 6-2 defeat to the Braves.

Fantasy Impact: This performance, while a bright spot, was not enough to lift his team to victory. Kwan's home run adds a bit of power to his already impressive .343 batting average for the season. His consistent hitting and ability to get on base, evidenced by his .369 wOBA, make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in formats that reward on-base percentage. However, his low RBI (eight) and stolen base (two) totals suggest his fantasy impact is somewhat limited to scoring runs and hitting for average.

Jose Ramirez launched a grand slam on Thursday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Ramirez crushed his fifth home run of the season in the second inning off Chase Anderson. He is slashing 260/.271/.471 at the plate with 23 RBI.

Carlos Carrasco endured a rough outing in Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed five earned runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out four over five innings. This performance marked a significant bump in his ERA from 3.44 to a less flattering figure of 4.63, reflecting the struggles he faced against a potent Boston lineup. Carrasco's WHIP also took a hit, moving further away from the league average, which could be a concern for fantasy managers relying on his earlier season stability. His strikeout rate continues to hover below the desired mark for fantasy relevance, and this game did little to reassure managers of an immediate bounce-back. Moving forward, Carrasco's ability to regain control and limit hits will be crucial for his fantasy viability.

Gavin Williams will be shut down for seven days after feeling right elbow discomfort. (Source: Mandy Bell on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Williams reported the discomfort after a start in extended spring training. He has received an injection and the team is hopeful that he can resume ramping up in a week.

Sam Hentges (finger) is slated to begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Akron Friday. (Source: Tom Withers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Hentges recently began facing live hitters for the first time since landing on the IL with a finger injury. The team has not stated how many rehab outings the reliever will make before being activated.

The Guardians added Pedro Avila to the active roster. (Source: Guardians Prospective on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Avila was traded to Cleveland earlier in the week. He'll add some depth to the bullpen for the Guardians.

The Guardians optioned Wes Parsons to Triple-A Columbus. (Source: Guardians Prospective on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Parsons will be sent back down after being called up for the doubleheader.