ANDREW HEANEY NEWS

Rangers' 'Swiss Army knife' Andrew Heaney to start Game 1 of ALDS against Orioles When did the lefty learn he’d be starting Game 1? Heaney: “Probably about the same time that you guys did.”

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Will start Game 1 of ALDS Heaney will start for the Rangers in Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday at Baltimore.

Impact The right-handed Dane Dunning seemed like the best bet to start Game 1 prior to Friday's announcement, but he could be viewed as a piggyback option after the left-handed Heaney navigates the tough left-handed and switch-hitters that tend to occupy the top of the Orioles' batting order. Heaney finished his regular season on a high note last weekend at Seattle, scattering five hits and one walk over 4.1 scoreless innings in an 85-pitch start. His previous six appearances were in relief.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in spot start Heaney didn't factor into the decision Saturday as the Rangers won 6-1 over the Mariners, allowing five hits and a walk over 4.1 scoreless innings. He struck out two.

Impact While the southpaw didn't record the win, he was a key part of Texas' playoff-clinching victory. Heaney tossed 85 pitches (51 strikes) in his first start since Sept. 4, and he extended his streak of appearances without giving up an earned run to five. The Rangers still need a win Sunday, or an Astros loss, to lock up the AL West crown and a first-round bye in the playoffs, but if they wind up with a wild-card spot, Heaney could play a big role in that series too with Jon Gray (forearm) and Max Scherzer (shoulder) both currently on the IL. On the season, Heaney has a 4.15 ERA and 151:60 K:BB through 147.1 innings.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Saturday Heaney is scheduled to start Saturday's game against the Mariners in Seattle, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact The veteran southpaw has made his last six appearances in relief, with the most recent outing coming in the series opener Thursday, when he tossed a 17-pitch scoreless inning. Given that he hasn't covered more than five innings in a game since late August, Heaney could end up serving as more of an opener or piggyback starter rather than a traditional starter Saturday. The Rangers will have Martin Perez (five days' rest) and Cody Bradford (three days' rest) available as potential bulk-relief options to work behind Heaney.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works Monday Heaney pitched 1.1 scoreless innings in Monday's 5-1 win over the Angels.

Impact Heaney threw 22 pitches as part of the bullpen that covered the final three innings after starter Jon Gray left with a wrist injury. With Cody Bradford set to start/open Tuesday, it looks like the Rangers may need length out of the bullpen, which has been Heaney's role in September.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lit up in relief Heaney allowed six runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three over two relief innings in Friday's 12-3 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Heaney was needed in relief as starter Jon Gray lasted just 3.2 innings. It was his second long-relief appearance in as many outings, both after short outings by Gray. The 55 pitches Heaney threw Friday removes him from consideration to start Sunday, which is listed as TBD following Max Scherzer's shoulder injury. The Rangers will need a fifth starter at least one more time beyond Sunday, so Heaney could be used as a traditional starter over the coming two weeks.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers' Andrew Heaney may be out of rotation, but he handles new role with poise Dane Dunning will pitch Monday, Max Scherzer Tuesday, Jordan Montgomery Wednesday and Nathan Eovaldi will go Thursday. Left-handed pitcher A...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Picks up win in relief Heaney (10-6) earned the win Sunday, pitching 3.2 scoreless innings while allowing four hits and a walk and striking out six against the Athletics.

Impact Starter Jon Gray was pulled during a difficult third inning, but Heaney was able to step up in his first relief appearance of the season. Prior to Sunday's outing, Heaney was already confirmed to not be starting during the upcoming four-game series against the Blue Jays, which starts Monday. It's unclear if the Rangers have permanently bumped him from the rotation or if he will be part of a six-man group going forward. Heaney has pitched to a 4.10 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 141:55 K:BB over 136 innings across 28 appearances this season. If he makes his next start on schedule, he'd be lined up for a road outing in Cleveland.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with walks in no-decision Heaney did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing three runs on five hits and four walks over 4.2 innings in a 13-6 loss against the Astros. He struck out one.

Impact It's the fourth time in Heaney's last five starts that he's failed to make it through the fifth inning -- he's worked to a 4.66 ERA in that span (19.1 innings). Command was the biggest issue for Heaney Sunday, as he matched a season high with four walks. Overall, the left-hander is 9-6 with a 4.22 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 135:54 K:BB across 27 starts (132.1 innings) this season. Heaney will look to provide more length in his next start, currently scheduled for next week in Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fans seven in no-decision Heaney came away with a no-decision Tuesday in the Rangers' 2-1 win over the Mets, allowing five hits and a walk over 5.1 scoreless innings. He struck out seven.

Impact The veteran lefty held the opposition off the board for the third time in six August starts, wrapping up the month with a 2.39 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 31:7 K:BB through 26.1 innings, but Heaney's had to settle for a no-decision in four straight outings and has only one quality start during that stretch, as manager Bruce Bochy is reluctant to let the oft-injured 32-year-old work more than about 80 pitches. While that usage puts a cap on his fantasy value, Heaney's still on an impressive roll heading into his next trip to the mound, which is likely to come at home early next week against the Astros.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mitch Garver, Andrew Heaney come up big as Rangers defeat New York Mets Texas has won three of four following a season-worst eight-game slide that helped drop them out of first place.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Serves up three homers Thursday Heaney allowed three runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five batters over 4.1 innings in a no-decision against Minnesota on Thursday.

Impact Heaney entered the contest having given up just two homers over his past seven outings covering 32 innings, but he had trouble keeping the ball in the park against the Twins. The three long balls he allowed tied a season-high mark, though the impact was softened by the fact that all three were solo shots. Still, Heaney failed to take advantage of his team's generous early run support, as he was pulled after just 4.1 frames. The left-hander emerged from the All-Star break on a roll with four wins and a 2.33 ERA over 27 innings across his first five starts, but he's gone less than five frames in each of his past three outings and has allowed seven runs over 9.1 innings during that span.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers 'out of runway' after Heaney's short start ARLINGTON -- It almost felt like déjà vu watching Rangers manager Bruce Bochy walk to the mound to get starter Andrew Heaney earlier than he...

AUGUST 19, 2023 • MLB.COM

Pulled in the fourth Heaney did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk over 3.2 innings against the Brewers. He struck out three.

Impact Heaney allowed all three runs in the third on three doubles and a single, then was pulled with two outs and one man on in the fourth after 84 pitches when manager Bruce Bochy decided to play the matchup and bring in righty Chris Stratton to face William Contreras. Heaney maintains a decent 4.27 ERA with nine wins and 122 strikeouts in 118 innings on the season for the first place Rangers. However, in his last two starts he's allowed 13 baserunners and four runs over just five innings. He'll look to regain his form next week in Minnesota during a four-game series against the Twins.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers Rotation Set for Brewers Series Andrew Heaney is set to take the ball in the Texas Rangers’ opener against Milwaukee on Friday.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Quick hook Saturday Heaney allowed a run on three hits and two walks while striking out one over 1.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Saturday.

Impact Per Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, manager Bruce Bochy explained after the game that Heaney was under the weather and missed his bullpen session during the week. Bochy added Heaney was on a short leash, and he quickly worked into a jam in the second inning before Grant Anderson was brought in to relieve him. This was Heaney's shortest outing since his season debut, though the extenuating circumstances shouldn't be an issue going forward. The southpaw is at a 4.17 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 119:47 K:BB through 114.1 innings over 23 starts. He's projected for a home start versus the Brewers next week.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Win streak at three Heaney (9-6) allowed four hits and two walks while striking out four over 5.2 shutout innings to earn the win Sunday over the Marlins.

Impact Heaney recorded his third straight win and his second consecutive scoreless start. The southpaw's main improvement of late has been keeping the ball down with just two home runs allowed over his last five starts. For the season, he has a 4.14 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 118:45 K:BB through 113 innings over 22 outings. Heaney is projected to make his next start on the road in San Francisco.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

As Rangers add arms, Heaney makes statement start ARLINGTON -- Left-hander Andrew Heaney pitched like someone who has no intentions of leaving the Rangers’ rotation any time soon. Heaney tur...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • MLB.COM

Fans 11 in win Heaney (8-6) earned the win Tuesday, allowing two hits without walking a batter over six scoreless innings against the White Sox. He struck out 11.

Impact Heaney needed just 80 pitches to complete six shutout innings. He came out to start the seventh frame, but was pulled after allowing a lead-off single to Yoan Moncada. The 32-year-old lefty was unable to complete six innings in any of his previous 10 outings, posting a 5.63 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 48:22 K:BB across 46.1 innings during that span. Heaney currently lines up to face the Marlins next.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heaney strikes out 11, Garver and Garcia homer as Rangers beat White Sox 2-0 in less than 2 hours

Andrew Heaney struck out 11 without a walk while throwing two-hit ball over six innings as the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Chicago White Sox 2-0

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Collects seventh win Heaney (7-6) allowed three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out three over five innings to earn the win Wednesday over the Astros.

Impact Heaney gave up a three-run home run to Alex Bregman in the first inning before settling down. Over his last six outings, Heaney has given up 21 runs (20 earned) across 29 innings, and that's with a pair of scoreless appearances in the mix. The veteran southpaw is at a 4.62 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 103:43 K:BB through 101.1 innings over 20 starts this season. He's tentatively projected for a favorable home start versus the White Sox next week.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Coughs up four runs Heaney allowed four runs on five hits and three walks over five innings in Friday's loss to the Dodgers. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Most of the damage against Heaney came during the Dodgers' three-run third inning. He's given up at least four runs in three of his last five outings but combined for 10.1 shutout frames in the other two during that span. His season ERA rose to 4.58 with a 100:40 K:BB through 96.1 frames. Heaney's next outing is lined up to be in Houston next week.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hurls five shutout innings Heaney (6-6) earned the win Saturday, allowing six hits and one walk over 5.1 scoreless innings against Cleveland. He struck out four.

Impact Heaney was able to keep the Guardians at bay for 5.1 innings despite allowing six hits, doing most of the damage with his four-seamer. It was the lefty's fourth time this season in which he did not allow a run over five or more innings of work. It was also a nice rebound start after allowing eight runs (seven earned) in his previous outing before the All-Star break. On the downside, Heaney still has not made it through six innings in a start since May 21 against the Rockies.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heaney and Semien rebound from recent struggles and help Rangers beat Guardians 2-0

Andrew Heaney rebounded from his worst start of the season, slumping Marcus Semien had his first multihit game in two weeks and the Texas Rangers beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-0,...

JULY 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS