Brady Basso

The Athletics optioned Brady Basso to the ACL Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

Basso was optioned as the corresponding move to Oakland activating Ross Stripling from the injured list.

Brady Basso struggled mightily, allowing five earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three over three innings in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

This outing ballooned his ERA from a respectable 4.03 to a more concerning level, reflecting a rough day at the office where he couldn't find his rhythm. Despite a decent start to the season, Basso's latest performance might raise eyebrows among fantasy managers regarding his reliability. His WHIP and ERA took hits today, and while his K/9 remains decent, his ability to limit damage has come into question. Owners should monitor his next few starts closely but might want to consider benching him until he shows signs of stability.

Brady Basso had a shaky outing, allowing three earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five over 4.2 innings in Wednesday's 5-3 win against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Despite not factoring into the decision, Basso's performance was less than stellar, struggling to maintain the pristine ERA and WHIP he boasted coming into the game. His season ERA and WHIP will see a slight increase, but given his solid underlying metrics such as a 3.05 FIP and a 5.50 strikeout-to-walk ratio, this start might be more of a minor hiccup rather than a trend. Fantasy managers should monitor his next outings closely but not panic, as his overall numbers still suggest a strong pitching asset.

Brady Basso delivered a stellar performance, tossing 5 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing just five hits and one walk while striking out two in the Athletics' 2-0 victory over the White Sox on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

This outing continues a promising start to Basso's season, now holding a 1.23 ERA and 0.89 WHIP over his initial starts. His low strikeout numbers might concern some fantasy managers, but his ability to limit runs and maintain a strong WHIP are valuable assets. Basso's performance should keep him in consideration for those in deeper leagues or as a streaming option, especially given his ability to manage contact effectively, evidenced by a .244 BABIP. Keep an eye on his strikeout rates, but for now, Basso's efficiency makes him a viable fantasy option.

Brady Basso delivered a strong performance, tossing six scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and one walk while striking out six in a tough 2-1 loss to the Tigers on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Despite his solid outing, Basso's efforts weren't enough to secure a win for the Athletics. His season stats, including a 1.93 ERA and 0.75 WHIP, continue to impress, suggesting he could be a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, especially if he maintains his high strikeout-to-walk ratio and low BABIP. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Basso's progress, as his ability to limit runs and maintain control could make him a sleeper pick in many leagues.