Dylan Cease allowed three runs (two earned) on seven hits over 5 2/3 innings with six strikeouts and one walk in no-decision on Monday against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Cease and Jameson Taillon both recorded no-decisions despite pitching into the sixth inning. The damage came as part of a three-run fourth inning with Michael Busch hitting a two-run home run. He'll take on the Astros next.

Dylan Cease allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out seven over 6.1 innings in Wednesday's loss to the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

This performance marks a significant improvement for Cease, who allowed three earned runs in his first start. His impressive strikeout rate of 11.81 K/9 suggests he has the potential to remain an excellent fantasy option moving forward.

Dylan Cease allowed three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out seven over 4.1 innings in Friday's win over the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

This outing constitutes a rocky start to the season, as Cease now holds a 6.23 ERA and a 1.38 WHIP after his first game. Despite a strong strikeout rate of 14.5 K/9, his inability to go deep into games and maintain run prevention raises concerns for fantasy managers. Cease's current performance suggests he may need to refine his command to become a reliable option moving forward.

Dylan Cease will make his season debut on Friday against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

Cease will follow Michael King in the rotation to open the season. The rest of the Padres rotation is up in the air.

Padres manager Mike Shildt said Dylan Cease will make his first spring start on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Cease had been in the middle of some trade rumors this offseason, but nothing came of it. He should get several starts in spring training ahead of the season.