Josh Winckowski delivered a solid performance, pitching three innings, allowing two hits and one earned run while striking out three to notch a save in Monday's 12-3 victory over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

His outing was a decent display of control and efficiency, managing to keep the Orioles at bay despite a few base runners. This appearance slightly improves his season ERA and WHIP, which have been points of concern. While his strikeout rate remains modest, his ability to secure saves in opportunities like these could make him a situational pick for fantasy managers in deeper leagues, especially those in need of saves. However, his high FIP and low strikeout-to-walk ratio suggest potential volatility, so fantasy managers should remain cautious and monitor his usage and performance closely.

The Red Sox recalled Josh Winckowski from Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski gets recalled the same day he had been optioned with Lucas Sims and Luis Garcia both landing on the injured list.

The Red Sox have optioned Josh Winckowski to Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski was optioned in between games of Monday’s doubleheader. Justin Slaten was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move.

Josh Winckowski allowed one earned run over three innings against the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

He gave up two hits, struck out one, and did not issue a walk. Despite a relatively solid performance, Winckowski's outing wasn't enough to secure a win for the Red Sox, who fell 5-4 to Houston. His season ERA slightly increased to 3.42, and his WHIP remains a concern at 1.37, reflecting some ongoing struggles with allowing baserunners. His low strikeout rate of 6.5 K/9 continues to limit his fantasy upside, especially in formats that heavily reward strikeouts. Given his role and performance metrics, Winckowski remains a marginal fantasy option, primarily useful in very deep leagues or as a streaming option in favorable matchups.

The Red Sox are moving Josh Winckowski to the bullpen.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski has made 10 of his 15 appearances this season out of the Boston bullpen. The 26-year-old has a 3.23 ERA and a 1.44 WHIP in 39 innings this season.