Verlander Stumbles in Loss to Red Sox
by Jesse Garcia | Astros Correspondent | Wed, Aug 21st 8:53pm EDT
Justin Verlander took the mound Wednesday, enduring a tough outing as he allowed two earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings in the Astros' 4-1 loss to the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact:
This performance slightly inflates his ERA to 3.92 and continues to highlight inconsistencies in his season form. Fantasy managers should be cautious, as his strikeout rate remains solid at 8.3 K/9, but the elevated FIP and a WHIP of 1.19 indicate potential volatility in his future outings. Verlander's ability to manage games is still intact, but the lack of deep outings and susceptibility to damage could be concerning for those relying on him as a fantasy ace.
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