Zack Littell

Zack Littell allowed three earned runs on seven hits while striking out seven over 4.2 innings in Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Despite not walking any batters, Littell couldn't manage to find his rhythm, leading to an early exit after 91 pitches. This performance slightly tarnishes his otherwise solid season, where he boasts a 3.63 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP over 29 starts. His inability to go deep into games consistently remains a concern for fantasy managers, especially considering his elevated 3.97 FIP suggests some underlying issues. While his strikeout numbers are decent, his fantasy reliability may be hampered by his tendency to give up hits and earn losses, as evidenced by his increased loss count and BABIP.

Zack Littell delivered a masterful performance, allowing just one hit and zero runs while striking out seven across seven innings in Thursday's 2-0 victory over the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a bright spot in what has been a season of ups and downs for Littell, whose ERA dipped to 3.56 and WHIP improved to 1.24. His command was on full display, as evidenced by not issuing a single walk and maintaining a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio, now standing at 4.32. Given his solid K/9 rate and consistent ability to limit base hits as reflected by a .308 BABIP, Littell's latest performance could be a sign of turning the corner towards more reliable starts. Fantasy managers should consider this outing when evaluating Littell's role in their rotation, especially in leagues that reward deeper pitching metrics.

Zack Littell delivered a masterful performance on Friday, blanking the Guardians over six innings in a 3-1 Rays' victory.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed just two hits and struck out five without issuing a walk. This outing was a bright spot in what has been a season of ups and downs for Littell, who entered the game with a 3.73 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP. His ability to avoid walks and keep the ball in the park in this start is a positive sign, potentially indicating a return to form as he managed to lower his ERA and improve his WHIP. Fantasy managers should take note of this performance as Littell could be regaining his rhythm, making him a viable option for those in need of pitching help down the stretch.

Zack Littell allowed three hits across five scoreless innings on Sunday against the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

Littell added four strikeouts and one walk. It was a pitchers duel early against Corbin Burnes before Tampa Bay broke a scoreless tie in the sixth inning. Littell is slated to face the Guardians in his next start.

Zack Littell struggled, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out two over four innings in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

This outing marks a downturn for Littell, whose season had been characterized by a fairly solid ERA and WHIP. The four walks and seven hits in just four innings are concerning, particularly as they contributed to his ERA rising slightly from 3.97. His performance today could hint at underlying issues, or simply be an off day; however, fantasy managers should monitor his next few starts closely for signs of consistency or further trouble. His strikeout rate remains modest, and his FIP suggests some potential overperformance, which could be correcting itself.