Kyle Harrison

The Giants have placed Kyle Harrison on the 15-day IL with left shoulder inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Harrison has struggled recently and it appears it is due to inflammation in his left shoulder. He will likely undergo further testing before the team establishes a return timeline for Harrison.

Kyle Harrison struggled in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Brewers, allowing five earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out seven over 4.2 innings.

Fantasy Impact

This performance slightly inflates his season ERA to 4.22 and WHIP to 1.31, which may concern fantasy managers relying on him for better ratios. Despite a solid 8.5 K/9 rate and a decent 2.80 strikeout-to-walk ratio, Harrison's inconsistency in this outing highlights the risks associated with starting him in fantasy lineups. His ability to strike out batters remains a plus, but his susceptibility to high-earned run outings like this one could be a deterrent for those in tighter playoff races.

Kyle Harrison delivered a strong performance in Monday's 5-3 win over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just one earned run on five hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings. This outing was a breath of fresh air for fantasy managers given Harrison's somewhat rocky season, characterized by a 4.00 ERA and a 1.30 WHIP. His ability to maintain a decent strikeout rate (8.3 K/9) and a solid strikeout-to-walk ratio (2.84) continues to make him a viable option in most fantasy formats. While his FIP stands at 4.34, suggesting some underlying issues, performances like this one show his potential to deliver value, especially against favorable matchups.

Kyle Harrison had a middling performance in Thursday's 9-5 win over the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed two earned runs on five hits and struck out three over 4.2 innings, without factoring into the decision. Harrison's outing was a mixed bag; while he managed to avoid issuing any walks, he also failed to pitch deep into the game, which could be a concern for fantasy managers relying on him for innings. His season ERA now sits at 4.08 with a WHIP of 1.29, which are decent but not spectacular numbers. Given his moderate strikeout rate (8.2 K/9) and solid strikeout-to-walk ratio (2.85), Harrison remains a viable option in deeper fantasy leagues, though his inability to consistently pitch deep into games may limit his appeal in shallower formats or those that heavily reward innings pitched and wins.

Kyle Harrison struggled mightily in Saturday's 6-4 defeat to the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed six earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four over just 3 2/3 innings. This outing marks a significant setback for Harrison, whose ERA ballooned to 4.09 and WHIP edged up to 1.30. Given his season-long metrics, this performance might be a blip rather than a trend. Owners should monitor his next few starts closely for signs of recovery or further regression.