Buck Farmer

Buck Farmer delivered a flawless performance, tossing two hitless innings with two strikeouts in the Reds' narrow 6-5 defeat to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a bright spot in what has been a solid season for Farmer, who maintains a commendable 2.58 ERA and 1.13 WHIP over 48 appearances. His ability to keep runners off base, as evidenced by his .231 BABIP, and a decent strikeout rate of 8.2 K/9, continues to make him a viable option in deeper fantasy leagues, particularly those that value middle relievers. While he doesn't rack up saves, his steady hand in maintaining leads or keeping games close can be a hidden asset. However, fantasy managers should temper expectations as his 4.27 FIP suggests some underlying concerns that could affect his performance stability moving forward.

The Reds have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Buck Farmer.

Fantasy Impact

Farmer registered a 4.20 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and 70 strikeouts across 71 games with the Reds last season. The 32-year-old will likely be in line for a middle relief role in the Reds’ bullpen.

Buck Farmer pitched a perfect inning, allowing only one hit and striking out one to earn his third save of the season in the Reds' 5-3 victory over the Rockies on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

With this performance, Farmer has now lowered his season ERA to 2.48 and maintained his impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio of 3.20. Despite some blown saves earlier in the season, Farmer has been a reliable option for the Reds out of the bullpen with six holds and two saves to his name.

Buck Farmer made quick work of the Red Sox, needing only 16 pitches to retire the side in order and secure his first save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

The right-hander has been a reliable option out of the Reds' bullpen this year, posting a 2.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP across 24 appearances. While he has only recorded one save, he has also notched three holds and blown just two saves, showing he can be trusted in high-leverage situations. With performances like this, Farmer should continue to see opportunities to close out games for Cincinnati.

Buck Farmer threw a 1-2-3 ninth inning Sunday, closing out the Cardinals for his second career save.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran has had a solid year for the Reds and has emerged as a late-inning option for the team down the stretch. He probably only got the opportunity Sunday since Alexis Diaz threw 26 pitches on Saturday, but he could have the chance to vulture another save before the 2022 season is done. On the season, Farmer is sporting a 3.29 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, and 10.3 K's per nine.