Garrett Richards

Garrett Richards has cleared waives after being designated for assignment by the Rangers. As of Tuesday, he is a free agent.

Fantasy Impact

Per Ken Rosenthal, one possible landing spot would be with the Mets which would reunite him with the GM from his time with the Angels. Richards posted a 5.27 ERA, .262 OBA, and a 7.59 K/9 ratio in 32 appearances this season. The veteran right-hander would likely not hold any fantasy value regardless of the team that signs him.

Garrett Richards was designated for assignment by the Rangers Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Richards ends his stint with the Rangers with a 5.27 ERA, 3.46 FIP, and 7.59 K/9.

Garrett Richards earned a one out save Wednesday against the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

Richards entered a 5-2 game in the ninth inning with two outs after José Leclerc allowed two solo home runs and departed with two more runners on base. Brett Martin remains the likely lead closer in the Rangers bullpen.

Garrett Richards signs a deal to join the Texas Rangers

Fantasy Impact

Richards has a long MLB career, but unfortunately, injuries have held him back from his potential. Richards did pitch 136.2 innings last year with Boston, the most of his career since 2015. Unfortunately, those innings consisted of a 4.87 ERA and a 1.60 WHIP. The Rangers like Richards in a multi-inning relief role. Last season, Richards had a 3.42 ERA and a 25 percent strikeout rate as a reliever.

Garrett Richards will be available in Boston's bullpen during their Wednesday game versus the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Richards hasn't had the best year in Boston's rotation. He's carrying a 5.22 ERA and a 1.65 WHIP through 22 starts for Boston. There's a decent chance he remains in the bullpen for the rest of the season.