BAILEY FALTER NEWS

Works in bulk relief Wednesday Falter struck out three over 3.2 scoreless frames out of the bullpen in Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Brewers. He gave up one hit and no walks in the 44-pitch outing.

Impact For his second appearance in a row, Falter worked behind an opening pitcher, as Colin Selby got the starting nod Wednesday and covered one inning before turning the game over to the 26-year-old southpaw. Between his last two outings, Falter has struck out five batters while allowing just one earned run on two hits and one walk across 7.1 innings, so the Pirates could be incentivized to continue deploying him as a bulk reliever rather than a traditional starter.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works 3.2 innings behind opener Falter allowed one run on one hit and one walk while striking out two batters over 3.2 innings in bulk relief in a no-decision against the Cardinals on Saturday.

Impact Falter came into the contest having started in 11 of his 13 appearances on the season, but Pittsburgh elected to use him behind an opener Saturday. The southpaw fared well in that role, giving up a solo homer to Lars Nootbaar in the fifth frame but otherwise keeping St. Louis off the scoreboard. The long ball was the only hit Falter allowed in 3.2 frames, but he was still pulled after a modest 43 pitches despite going at least 4.2 frames in each of his previous three outings. It's unclear if Falter will continue to work as a primary pitcher or move back to a traditional starting role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Cubs Falter (1-8) took the loss Sunday, allowing six runs on seven hits and a walk over 4.2 innings against the Cubs. He struck out three.

Impact Falter held the Cubs to one run through his first three innings before Jeimer Candelario broke a 1-1 tie with a two-run homer in the fourth, followed by a three-run, two-out rally in the fifth. It was a tough day for the 26-year-old Falter, who allowed just two runs over his previous two outings (11.1 innings). The southpaw's ERA is now up to 5.04 with a 1.45 WHIP and 49:15 K:BB across 64.1 innings this season. Falter's currently scheduled for a road matchup with the Cardinals in his next start.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns win in bulk relief Falter (1-7) earned the win Monday against the Cardinals. He allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out eight over six innings.

Impact The 26-year-old lefty operated as Pittsburgh's bulk reliever after Thomas Hatch pitched the first three innings in an opener role Monday. Apart from an Andrew Knizner solo home run in the fifth inning, Falter breezed through the final six innings of the contest, receiving ample run support and earning his first victory of the campaign. This marks back-to-back impressive outings for the southpaw, as he's allowed just two earned runs -- both solo home runs -- over 11.1 frames while posting a 13:3 K:BB during that span. It remains to be seen what Falter's role will be moving forward.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Best effort yet as Buc Falter came away with a no-decision Tuesday in the Pirates' 7-4 win over the Mets, allowing one run on four hits and a walk over 5.1 innings. He struck out five.

Impact The lefty put together his best performance in three starts since joining the Pittsburgh rotation, tossing 52 of 82 pitches for strikes and shutting down the New York offense after Brandon Nimmo led off the bottom of the first inning with a solo shot. Falter's 4.05 ERA with his new team isn't supported by his 1.65 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB through 13.1 innings, making him a risky play in his next outing, which is likely to come at home early next week against the Cardinals.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles through four frames Falter did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing four runs on eight hits and two walks over four innings against Atlanta. He struck out three.

Impact It was an ugly start for Falter as the recently-acquired lefty allowed runs in each of the first three innings to put the Pirates in an early 4-0 hole. He finally managed to pitch a scoreless inning in the fourth despite allowing a walk and a single in the frame, but he would not return in the fifth after reaching 86 pitches. Falter did manage to avoid taking his eighth loss thanks to Pittsburgh's late comeback, though he is also yet to grab his first win of the season. He's now allowed at least four earned runs in three of his last five outings.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in rotation Falter is scheduled to start Thursday's game against Atlanta at PNC Park.

Impact After being acquired from the Phillies on Tuesday, Falter immediately reported to the Pirates and stepped in as the club's new No. 5 starter, filling the spot in the rotation that opened up when Rich Hill was dealt to the Padres earlier in the week. In his first big-league appearance since May 15 this past Saturday, Falter acquitted himself well in his Pirates debut, taking a no-decision while limiting the Brewers to one earned run on six hits and one walk. Despite the solid results against Milwaukee, Falter doesn't profile as a trustworthy streaming option while taking on a much stronger Atlanta offense that leads the majors in home runs by a wide margin (213 to 181) and ranks second in batting average (.270) this season.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses four frames in Pirates debut Falter allowed one run on six hits and one walk while striking out two batters over four-plus innings in a no-decision against Milwaukee on Saturday.

Impact Falter was recalled from the minors ahead of Saturday's contest to make his first appearance in a Pittsburgh uniform after being acquired in a trade with the Phillies at the deadline. The southpaw made a decent impression, giving up six hits -- only one for extra bases -- and holding the Brewers to one run over four frames. Falter was ahead 2-0 heading into the fifth and could have had a shot at a win, but he was pulled in that inning after giving up a single to each of the first two batters he faced. It appears the 26-year-old will get a shot to remain in the Pirates' rotation with the team likely out of contention and looking to the future.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Here I am': Falter flashes potential in Pirates debut MILWAUKEE -- In Bailey Falter’s estimation, there were approximately eight seconds remaining before the conclusion of the Trade Deadline whe...

AUGUST 6, 2023 • MLB.COM

Recalled ahead of start The Pirates officially recalled Falter ahead of his scheduled start Saturday against the Brewers, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Impact Falter was added to the taxi squad Friday and is now on the Pirates' active roster for the first time after coming over from Philadelphia at the deadline in exchange for infielder Rodolfo Castro. While Falter has mostly struggled at the highest level this season (5.13 ERA, 1.44 WHIP), he showed promise in 2021 and 2022, and the Pirates are evaluating for the future.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates activate LHP Bailey Falter in advance of club debut The Pittsburgh Pirates placed left-hander Bailey Falter on the active roster Saturday in advance of his club debut and optioned infielder Vi...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Pirates activate LHP Bailey Falter in advance of club debut The Pittsburgh Pirates placed left-hander Bailey Falter on the active roster Saturday in advance of his club debut and optioned infielder Vi...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

'We need innings': Bailey Falter expected to make Pirates debut on Saturday in Milwaukee Bailey Falter is expected to start for the Pirates on Saturday against the Brewers at American Family Field.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Will start Saturday Falter said he will start Saturday against the Brewers, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact An official move to call up Falter likely won't come until before Saturday's game, but he is currently with the team and preparing to make his first MLB start since May and his first as a Pirate. The 26-year-old southpaw holds a 5.13 ERA and 1.44 WHIP through 40.1 frames this season, but he will be facing a Brewers offense that ranks last in the NL with a .692 OPS and has struggled against left-handers all season.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies send LHP Bailey Falter to Pirates for SS Rodolfo Castro The Philadelphia Phillies traded left-hander Bailey Falter to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday in exchange for shortstop Rodolfo Castro.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

MLB trade grades: Phillies, Pirates swap Bailey Falter for Rodolfo Castro Falter will help cover innings for the Pirates with Rich Hill gone, while Castro will give the Phillies infield depth.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shipped to Pittsburgh The Pirates acquired Falter from the Phillies on Tuesday in exchange for Rodolfo Castro, Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact The left-hander received some run in Philadelphia's rotation during the first six weeks of the season, but he was demoted to Triple-A in mid-May after he posted a 5.13 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 28:8 K:BB in 40.1 innings. Falter was a solid swingman in 2022 with a 3.86 ERA across 20 appearances, and he could get a look in Pittsburgh's rotation down the stretch since Rich Hill was dealt to San Diego.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies option struggling pitcher Bailey Falter to IronPigs Bailey Falter is 0-7 with a 5.13 ERA. The 26-year-old lefty is the first Phillies pitcher to lose his first seven decisions in a season sinc...

MAY 16, 2023 • MCALL.COM

Phillies option struggling LHP Bailey Falter to Triple-A The Philadelphia Phillies optioned left-hander Bailey Falter to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday and recalled right-hander Erich Uelmen

MAY 16, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Optioned to Triple-A The Phillies optioned Falter to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday.

Impact Something had to give with Falter, who fell to 0-7 on the year Monday against the Giants. The 26-year-old left-hander heads to the minors with an overall 5.13 ERA and 1.44 WHIP through 40.1 innings (seven starts, one relief appearance) this season with the reigning NL champs.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falter still searching for answers after rough outing vs. Giants SAN FRANCISCO -- Bailey Falter pitched so well late last season for the Phillies that he bumped Noah Syndergaard into the bullpen. Falter sa...

MAY 16, 2023 • MLB.COM

Lit up in bulk role Falter (0-7) took the loss in Monday's 6-3 defeat to San Francisco. He allowed six runs on eight hits while striking out two over 4.1 innings.

Impact After seeing Falter struggle through his first seven starts, the Phillies elected to use an opener and have Falter pitch in a bulk role. It didn't help. Falter gave up all six of his runs in the second inning, as the Phillies sent 10 hitters to the plate. The lefty's season numbers are a mess, as he has a 5.13 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and just 28 strikeouts in 40.1 innings.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to follow opener Falter will pitch behind an opener the next time he takes the hill for the Phillies, which will likely come Monday against the Giants, Alex Coffey of the Philadelphia Inquirer repo...

Impact After producing a 3.86 ERA in 20 appearances (16 starts) last season, Falter has struggled to a 5.75 ERA in seven starts this year. His fastball velocity has fallen from 91.6 mph to 90.9 mph, while his strikeout rate has dropped from 21.2 percent to 17.0 percent. He continues to show good control, with his 5.2 percent walk rate a near match for his 4.9 percent mark from last year, but his mediocre stuff has made it hard for him to retire the opposing team's best bats, leading to a 7.71 ERA in the first inning. Pitching behind an opener means Falter will get to skip those best bats the first time through the order and also means he won't have to last five innings to have a shot at a win.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to 0-6 Falter (0-6) took the loss against Boston on Saturday, allowing five runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four batters over 3.2 innings.

Impact Falter was perfect through three frames, but he imploded in the fourth. In that inning, he got only two outs and yielded six hits along with one walk, leading to five Red Sox runs. The southpaw has taken a loss in six of his seven outings this season, though this was only the second time he's given up more than four runs. With Ranger Suarez (elbow) headed back to the rotation next weekend, the Phillies are opting to move Matt Strahm to the bullpen, but Falter may need to show marked improvement moving forward if he's going to hold on to a starting role for the entire campaign.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields four runs in loss Falter (0-5) allowed four runs on eight hits and three walks over 4.1 innings Sunday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Astros.

Impact Falter never found a groove Sunday and was forced to work around threats in nearly every frame. He allowed one run in four separate innings, including the fourth when he coughed up a solo homer to Jake Meyers. After an impressive start to the year, Falter has allowed three or more runs in four straight outings, raising his season ERA to 5.01. He forced just five whiffs Sunday, tying a season low. Falter is currently lined up to face Boston at home next week.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE