Zack Thompson will make his next start on Wednesday for Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Thompson had been a candidate to be called up as the Cardinals look to find a reliever to fill-in for Matthew Liberatore. They could give Liberatore one more start to prove himself.

Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Zack Thompson could be considered to start on Friday against the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

Marmol added that Thompson was not considered for Sunday's game as the team wanted him to work on specific things in a minor league start.

The Cardinals have optioned Zack Thompson to Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Thompson has struggled since moving to the bullpen, posting a 13.50 ERA and 2.25 WHIP in 6 2/3 innings pitched. The team recalled John King to take Thompson’s spot in the bullpen.

Zack Thompson's outing on Wednesday against the Padres did little to reassure fantasy managers about his place in their rotations, as he fell to 0-2 on the season with a 6.97 ERA.

Fantasy Impact

Over 5 innings, Thompson surrendered 3 earned runs on 5 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 5. This performance, marked by inefficiency and a lack of control, is becoming a concerning pattern for the left-hander through two starts.

In what can only be described as a rocky start to the 2024 season, Zack Thompson struggled to find his rhythm against the Los Angeles Dodgers, leading to a less-than-ideal line that certainly didn't do fantasy owners any favors.

Fantasy Impact

Over 5 1/3 innings, Thompson was tagged for five earned runs on six hits and two walks, while only managing to strike out four batters. His performance contributed to a Cardinals loss, with a final score of 6-3, and personally handed Thompson his first loss of the season. Fantasy owners should tread carefully given the right-hander's performance Friday night, it might be wise to bench Thompson until he shows signs of returning to form, especially in leagues where ERA and WHIP are critical to success.