Quinn Priester

Quinn Priester is 'in the mix' to start Sunday's game vs the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Alex Cora didn't commit to a starter for Sunday, but he did rule out both Tanner Houck and Brayan Bello. Priester was acquired by the Red Sox at the trade deadline from the Pirates, where he 5.04 ERA in six starts this season.

The Red Sox have acquired Quinn Priester from the Pirates in exchange for Nick Yorke.

Fantasy Impact

The 23-year-old right-hander will head to Boston and provide depth on their pitching staff. He has a 5.04 ERA and a 1.46 WHIP in 10 games with the Pirates this season.

Quinn Priester delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out eight over six innings in Tuesday's 12-2 victory against the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a breath of fresh air for Priester, whose season had been marred by a high ERA of 4.30 and a WHIP of 1.46 entering the game. His ability to suppress runs and rack up strikeouts in this start could signal a turning point, potentially making him a more reliable option in fantasy rotations. However, his overall season metrics, including a modest 6.7 K/9 and a concerning 5.14 FIP, suggest that fantasy managers should remain cautious. This performance might be a flash in the pan rather than a new norm, so it's wise to monitor his next few starts before making any significant roster moves based on this one game.

The Pirates have activated Quinn Priester (lat) from the 15-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

Priester has been out of action since early June and recently completed two rehab steps. He is expected to rejoin the rotation on Sunday.

Quinn Priester (lat) threw a bullpen session Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Priester has now thrown off the mound twice since landing on the IL and could face live hitters soon. The Pirates have not indicated if Priester will need a rehab assignment.