Cooper Criswell

The Red Sox optioned Cooper Criswell to Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Criswell has pitched well in different roles as of late for Boston. He gets sent down with Luis Garcia activated from the injured list.

Cooper Criswell pitched decently, allowing one earned run on four hits and three walks while striking out four over 5.1 innings in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a strong outing that kept the Red Sox in contention, Criswell's performance did not translate into a win, leaving his record unchanged. His season ERA of 3.98 and WHIP of 1.34 suggest a reliable, if not spectacular, option for fantasy managers. However, his low strikeout rate (6.5 K/9) continues to limit his upside in categories that reward strikeouts. With a FIP of 4.21 indicating potential slight regression, fantasy managers should view Criswell as a steady, but not game-changing, rotation piece.

Cooper Criswell earned a win Saturday, allowing two earned runs on six hits and two walks over five innings as the Red Sox edged the White Sox 7-5.

Fantasy Impact

Despite not recording any strikeouts, Criswell managed to navigate through his outing effectively enough to secure his sixth win of the season. His performance today, characterized by a lack of strikeouts and a moderate amount of hits and walks allowed, mirrors his season-long issues with strikeout numbers and somewhat elevated WHIP. Moving forward, fantasy managers should temper expectations; Criswell's low strikeout rate (6.5 K/9) and FIP (4.17) suggest potential volatility, particularly in matchups against high-contact teams. His ability to secure wins, however, keeps him relevant in formats.

Cooper Criswell pitched four perfect innings on Sunday against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Criswell struck out five and was pulled after 52 pitches for Rich Hill who immediately allowed two runs. It is unclear why Criswell was pulled as he had thrown more pitches before.

Cooper Criswell will start for the Red Sox on Tuesday against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

Criswell will pitch on Tuesday after not taking the mound in either of the two games on Monday.