Richard Fitts

Richard Fitts struggled in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Blue Jays, allowing four earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out two over five innings.

Fantasy Impact

This outing marked a significant deviation from his otherwise stellar season stats, including a 1.74 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP. Fitts's performance today could raise concerns among fantasy managers about his consistency, especially given his low strikeout rate of 3.9 K/9. While his ERA and WHIP remain impressive, his low strikeout ability limits his upside in fantasy formats that heavily reward strikeouts. Owners should monitor his next few starts closely to see if adjustments are made or if his early-season success begins to wane.

Richard Fitts delivered a strong performance in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

He threw 80 pitches over five innings, allowing no earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out three. Despite his solid outing, Fitts still couldn't find his first win of the season, a recurring theme that highlights the Red Sox's struggles to capitalize on the days he pitches. Fitts maintains a pristine 0.00 ERA through his first three starts, complemented by a commendable 1.15 WHIP. However, his low strikeout rate of 4.0 K/9 might limit his appeal in fantasy formats that heavily reward strikeouts. His performance is encouraging, but fantasy managers should temper expectations due to the lack of run support and strikeout potential.

Richard Fitts delivered a solid performance, tossing five scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and three walks while striking out two in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a strong outing, Fitts didn't factor into the decision, and the Red Sox ultimately fell short. His season ERA remains pristine at 0.00 across two starts, complemented by a 1.13 WHIP. However, his low strikeout rate of 3.4 K/9 and modest 1.00 K/BB ratio suggest potential challenges in maintaining such sterling run prevention. Fitts's ability to limit hard contact, indicated by a .235 BABIP, is a positive sign, but fantasy managers should remain cautious. His performance is commendable, but the lack of strikeouts could limit his upside in fantasy formats.

Richard Fitts allowed two (unearned) runs on six hits across 5 2/3 innings on Sunday against the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts added two strikeouts and one walk. He didn't allow much hard contact against the White Sox. It is unclear if he will see another start.

The Red Sox have selected the contract of Richard Fitts from Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Fitts will serve as the starter for Sunday's game against the White Sox. He has a 4.17 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP in the minors this season.