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Jake Irvin is starting on Thursday against the Braves.
Fantasy Impact
Irvin threw one scoreless inning in his spring training debut. He is currently slated to open as the No. 2 starter in the Nationals starting rotation.
Jake Irvin will start the spring training opener for the Nationals on Saturday against the Astros.
Fantasy Impact
It was originally MacKenzie Gore, but he wanted to get in an extra live batting practice session to be able to go two innings in his spring debut. Irvin posted a 4.41 ERA over 33 starts last season with Washington.
Jake Irvin delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out five over 7.1 innings in Monday's 2-1 loss to the Mets.
Fantasy Impact
Despite his commendable effort, the Nationals couldn't muster enough support to avoid a defeat. This outing underscores Irvin's ability to control the game, even against tough opponents, which is reflected in his respectable season-long stats, including a 4.07 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP. His 7.5 K/9 and 3.33 strikeout-to-walk ratio suggest he remains a reliable option in fantasy rotations, particularly in deeper leagues. However, his win-loss record and the Nationals' inconsistent offense might limit his upside in terms of victories.
Jake Irvin delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on two hits and one walk while striking out five over six innings in Wednesday's 5-1 victory over the Braves.
Fantasy Impact
This outing was a breath of fresh air for fantasy managers given Irvin's somewhat bloated 4.19 ERA and 10-12 record entering the game. His ability to limit hits and maintain a decent WHIP of 1.19 this season, coupled with today's performance, suggests potential for more reliable starts. However, his modest strikeout rate (7.6 K/9) and higher FIP (4.37) indicate that while he can be a solid contributor in deeper leagues, expecting him to be a fantasy ace might be a stretch. Managers should consider matchups carefully when slotting Irvin into their rotation.
Jake Irvin had a rough outing on Thursday, allowing six earned runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out four over five innings in the Nationals' 9-4 loss to the Pirates.
Fantasy Impact
This performance marks a continuation of a somewhat erratic season for Irvin, who now holds a 4.28 ERA and a 1.21 WHIP through 29 starts. His inability to limit runs in this game further inflates his ERA and could be a concern for fantasy managers relying on him for stable production. With a K/9 rate of 7.6 and a FIP of 4.38, Irvin's underlying metrics suggest he might continue to face challenges. Fantasy managers should consider these factors heavily when deciding his role in their lineups, especially in leagues sensitive to ERA and WHIP impacts.