The Orioles signed Andrew Kittredge to a one-year, $10 million deal.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge recorded 37 holds in a set-up role in the Cardinals bullpen last season. He should hold a 7th or 8th inning role in the Orioles bullpen.

Andrew Kittredge notched a save in the Cardinals' 4-3 win over the Pirates, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning.

Fantasy Impact

This outing marked his first save of the season, a modest number that reflects his usual role in setup situations rather than as the primary closer. Despite a solid 3.60 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP, Kittredge's fantasy value remains limited due to his inconsistent save opportunities and FIP of 4.05, which suggests he might be benefiting from some good fortune. His strikeout rate is respectable, but fantasy managers should be wary of his role fluctuating, especially with three blown saves already on his record this season.

Andrew Kittredge signed a one-year deal worth $2.63 million with the Cardinals to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge was acquired by St. Louis just last week in a trade. He should provide a role in the middle innings out of the Cardinals bullpen.

Andrew Kittredge was acquired by the Cardinals on Friday in exchange for Richie Palacios.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge was an All-Star in 2021, as he enjoyed a breakout season out of the Rays' bullpen. He was pitching well again in 2022 before Tommy John surgery in June knocked him out for about 14 months. Kittredge returned to the Rays for 14 relief appearances down the stretch of last season, posting a 3.09 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, and 10-to-2 K/BB ratio across 11 2/3 innings while recording one save. He also logged a scoreless inning during his one playoff appearance. Kittredge figures to factor into the late-inning relief mix for the Cardinals in 2024.

Andrew Kittredge, who underwent Tommy John surgery in June 2022, is set to make a big step in his rehab by throwing live batting practice on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge is on track to returning potentially sometime at or around the All-Star break in July.