Matt Wisler

The Detroit Tigers have signed pitcher Matt Wisler to a minor-league deal with an invite to MLB spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Given his recent performance, it's rather surprising to see Wisler having to settle for a minor-league deal. The right-hander owns a 2.81 ERA over the last three seasons spanning 96 appearances and 102 2/3 innings pitched. He turned in a 2.25 mark across 39 outings with the Rays last season and figures to break camp as part of a Tigers bullpen that traded Gregory Soto and Joe Jimenez while allowing Andrew Chafin to walk in free agency.

Matt Wisler will begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Wisler has been out of action since late July with a neck strain. The 29-year-old posted a 2.36 ERA, .192 OBA, and a 2.43 K/BB ratio in 38 appearances prior to the injury. Wisler should require a few rehab outings before rejoining the Rays’ bullpen.

Rays manager Kevin Cash received word that Matt Wisler’s neck strain is not severe and he should be able to return around the time he is eligible to come off the IL.

Fantasy Impact

Wisler is eligible to be activated off the IL on August 6th and all signs point to the reliever being back around that time. The 29-year-old has pitched in 38 games, registering a 2.36 ERA, .192 OBA, and a 6.21 K/9 ratio across 42 innings pitched. Fantasy managers should look for another update from the Rays on Wisler’s status around Friday or Saturday.

Matt Wisler allowed one hit, no runs and had two Ks in one inning to earn the win over Baltimore.

Fantasy Impact

Wisler has been a great arm for Tampa recently. He has allowed just one run in his last six appearances, but he is probably best away from fantasy lineups.

Rays reliever Matt Wisler served as the opener for Monday's game against the Red Sox, tossing a perfect first inning. He struck out once batter but didn't factor into the final decision. Tampa Bay ultimately defeated Boston by a score of 10-5.

Fantasy Impact

Wisler is now 2-3 with a 2.52 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and .197 OBA through 36 games (five starts) in 2022. He has also posted 7.32 K/9 and 3.20 BB/9. The right-hander has now strung together 4 1/3 consecutive scoreless innings, though he's still not worth rostering in fantasy leagues.