Nick Pivetta

The Red Sox have extended the one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to Nick Pivetta.

Fantasy Impact

Pivetta pitched to a 4.14 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP in 27 games with Boston last season. If Pivetta declines the offer and signs elsewhere, Boston would receive a draft pick.

Nick Pivetta delivered a solid performance but took the loss in Friday's tight 2-1 game against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

He pitched 6 2/3 innings, allowing just two earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out six. Despite this quality start, Pivetta's season has been a mixed bag, characterized by an ERA of 4.14 and an impressive 10.6 K/9, but hampered by a lackluster win-loss record now standing at 6-12. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate and a low WHIP of 1.13 continues to make him a valuable asset in strikeout-heavy fantasy formats, though his win potential remains limited by the Red Sox's inconsistent support.

Nick Pivetta delivered a strong performance in Wednesday's 5-3 victory over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out nine over six innings. This outing was a bright spot in what has been a rollercoaster season for Pivetta, who entered the game with a 4.24 ERA and 1.13 WHIP. His ability to rack up strikeouts was on full display, aligning with his impressive 10.9 K/9 rate this season. Despite his losing record, performances like this highlight his potential value in fantasy leagues, particularly for those in need of strikeouts. However, his inconsistency this year suggests a cautious approach in relying on him as a regular starter.

Nick Pivetta delivered a solid performance in the Red Sox's 3-1 win over the White Sox on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just one earned run on five hits and three walks while striking out six over six innings. This outing was a positive step for Pivetta, whose season has been marked by inconsistency, evidenced by his 4.38 ERA and 10 losses this season. However, his ability to maintain a 1.15 WHIP and a strong 10.7 K/9 ratio continues to make him a viable fantasy option, particularly in leagues that reward strikeouts. His performance in this game could be a sign of stabilizing form as the season progresses, making him a potential asset for fantasy managers looking for strikeouts and quality starts.

Nick Pivetta took the mound Saturday, enduring a tough loss as the Red Sox fell 2-1 to the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed two earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six over six innings. Despite a solid performance that might have led to a win on another day, Pivetta's season continues to be a mixed bag. His ERA now sits at 4.53 with a commendable 1.13 WHIP and an impressive 10.8 K/9, indicating he can rack up strikeouts but is often let down by run support or an occasional big inning. Fantasy managers should view him as a potential strikeout asset, but his win potential seems capped by the team's performance and his inconsistency in run prevention.