Matthew Boyd

Matthew Boyd has agreed to a 2-year, $29 million deal with the Chicago Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Boyd finished the 2024 season strong after returning from Tommy John surgery, throwing 39 innings with a 2.72 ERA. He figures to slot into the Cubs' starting rotation to begin the season.

Matthew Boyd struggled to find his rhythm in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed two earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out six over four innings. Despite this hiccup, Boyd's season has been relatively strong, boasting a 2.72 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP through eight starts. His 10.4 K/9 indicates he can still rack up strikeouts, which is a silver lining for fantasy managers. However, his inability to pitch deep into games recently could be a concern.

Matthew Boyd had a rough outing, allowing two earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out five over just 2.2 innings in Monday's narrow 4-3 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

This performance was a bit of a blip in what has been a strong season for Boyd, who still holds a stellar 2.52 ERA and a 1.07 WHIP. His inability to go deep into the game likely frustrated fantasy managers, especially those counting on him for quality starts and wins. Despite this, Boyd's high strikeout rate (10.1 K/9) and solid overall metrics suggest he should remain a valuable asset in most fantasy formats. However, his control issues in this outing could be a point of concern if they persist in future starts.

Matthew Boyd delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on three hits and zero walks while striking out six over six innings in Friday's 3-1 victory over the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

This outing continues a trend of efficiency and control for Boyd, who has maintained a stellar 2.20 ERA and 0.77 WHIP through five starts this season. His ability to suppress hits and walks, evidenced by a minuscule .192 BABIP and a high 5.20 strikeout-to-walk ratio, makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups. Given his consistent performance and high strikeout rates, Boyd should be considered a reliable starting option in all fantasy formats.

Matthew Boyd delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on four hits while striking out eight over six innings in Saturday's 3-0 loss to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the solid outing, Boyd's record fell to 1-1 as his teammates failed to provide run support. This season, Boyd has maintained a commendable 2.38 ERA and 0.84 WHIP across four starts, underscoring his effectiveness on the mound. His advanced metrics, including a 3.30 FIP and a 4.00 K/BB ratio, suggest that his success is not a fluke but a result of genuine skill. Fantasy managers should continue to view Boyd as a reliable option.