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Records first big-league win Williamson (1-0) earned the win Tuesday, allowing four runs on seven hits over five innings in a 5-4 victory over the Royals. He struck out one.

Impact After not factoring into the decision in his first five starts, Williamson was finally able to secure his first victory Tuesday. The young southpaw gave up runs in each of his first three innings before settling down the rest of the way. Williamson was able to induce just seven swinging strikes on the evening, although he did throw 51 of his 78 pitches for strikes. He is scheduled to start during a three-game set against the Rockies next week.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves up three long balls Williamson allowed six runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three batters over 5.2 innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Wednesday.

Impact Williamson looked to be in for an early hook after giving up six runs over the first three innings, but he managed to retire 10 of the final 11 batters he faced and completed 5.2 frames. The southpaw was tagged for six extra-base hits, three of which left the park. Williamson had given up three long balls across his first four outings combined, but he had struggled on that front at the Triple-A level prior to being called up in mid-May, surrendering seven homers over 34 frames. Though Williamson has looked good at times during his rookie campaign, his overall 5.40 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 21:13 K:BB make him an unexciting fantasy option in redraft leagues.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts first quality start of career Williamson did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks over 6.2 innings in a 5-4 loss against the Brewers. He struck out six.

Impact Williamson notched his first career quality start and tied his season high with six strikeouts. The left-hander was called up in mid-May and has been a hit-or-miss player through his first four starts at the big-league level. He allowed eight runs (seven earned) while recording more walks (seven) than strikeouts (six) over his past two starts, but he was sharp versus Milwaukee and held the Rockies to just one run over 5.2 innings at Coors Field in his MLB debut. Williamson's next start is scheduled during a three-game set versus the Dodgers, and barring an injury, he figures to remain in the rotation until Nick Lodolo (lower leg) is activated off the injured list.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles again Williamson allowed four runs on six hits and three walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Cubs on Saturday.

Impact This was pretty similar to Williamson's last outing, though this was the first time in three starts he's avoided giving up a home run. He threw 52 of 81 pitches for strikes Saturday, but he's now logged a 12:9 K:BB over his first 14.1 major-league innings. Getting the walk rate under control would go a long way to solidifying his place on the Reds' roster. He's added a 5.02 ERA and 1.47 WHIP so far, numbers he'll look to improve upon in a tough tentative home start versus the Brewers next week.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves up four runs in no-decision Williamson did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing four runs on four hits and four walks over 4.1 innings during a 6-5 win over St. Louis in 10 innings. He struck out thr...

Impact Williamson was spotted an early 2-0 lead, but that was squandered after he allowed a go-ahead three-run homer to Paul DeJong. The Reds answered back with a two-run blast of their own, and that score held until Williamson surrendered a game-tying RBI double to Lars Nootbaar in the fifth. The young pitcher didn't look as sharp as he did during his MLB debut last week, but he figures to remain in the rotation for awhile, as Nick Lodolo is expected to miss extended time while dealing with a stress reaction in his left tibia.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To make next start Monday Williamson will make his second major-league start Monday at home against the Cardinals, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Williamson looked sharp in his debut for the Reds this past Tuesday versus the Rockies, tallying six strikeouts over 5.2 innings of one-run ball. St. Louis has picked it up offensively, but the 25-year-old left-hander might be worth of fantasy streaming consideration given Tuesday's results and his prospect pedigree.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Enquirer The pitch Brandon Williamson threw most often during his MLB debut was a pitch he wasn't even throwing at the start of the minor league season.

MAY 17, 2023 • CINCINNATI.COM

Mile-high air no problem for Williamson in MLB debut DENVER -- Not many starting pitchers would identify Coors Field in Colorado's mile-high thin air as the ideal place to make a Major League d...

MAY 17, 2023 • MLB.COM

Strong in MLB Debut Williamson did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over 5.2 innings against Colorado. He struck out six.

Impact Despite getting a tough draw for his MLB debut coming at hitter-friendly Coors Field, Williamson came through for those who were willing to take a shot on the rookie, delivering six strikeouts over 5.2 innings while allowing just two hits. After posting a poor 6.62 ERA across 34 Triple-A innings this season, managers shouldn't go all-in on the southpaw based on Tuesday's outing. Though Williamson could carry some streaming appeal moving forward, he's currently expected to take the mound this weekend during a three-game homestand against the Yankees, who have hit the fourth most home runs and scored the 10th most runs in MLB this year.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted for MLB debut The Reds recalled Williamson from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday.

Impact As anticipated, Williamson will make his MLB debut in a start Tuesday night against the Rockies. The game is at Coors Field and Williamson had struggled to a 6.62 ERA and 1.88 WHIP through 34 innings this season at Triple-A, so he's probably more of a wait-and-see type in fantasy. The 25-year-old left-hander could carry streaming appeal in more favorable matchups down the line.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed as Tuesday's starter Williamson will start Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact The Reds confirmed Monday night that Williamson will make his MLB debut in a traditional start at Coors Field. This will likely be a challenging environment for his first big-league action, especially considering he's failed to look very sharp in the minors so far this year. Williamson has posted a 6.62 ERA and 1.88 WHIP with a 27:20 K:BB across 34 frames (eight starts).

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for MLB debut Tuesday Williamson will make his major-league debut Tuesday in Colorado, Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact It hasn't been determined yet whether Williamson will make a traditional start or pitch after an opener, but either way he's slated to handle the bulk of the workload for Cincinnati on Tuesday. Williamson's numbers at Triple-A Louisville have been poor, although he has pitched better lately. He's a nice prospect but isn't a recommended fantasy option in Colorado.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to join rotation Williamson has been added to the Reds' taxi squad.

Impact The Reds currently don't have a starter listed for Tuesday's game in Colorado and it looks like that spot could go to Williamson in what would be his major-league debut. The left-hander holds an ugly 6.62 ERA and 27:20 K:BB over 34 innings at Louisville this season, although he pitched well his last two times out in yielding four runs with 11 strikeouts across 11.2 frames. Williamson was a key piece acquired from the Mariners in the Eugenio Suarez/Jesse Winker trade.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reassigned to minor-league camp Williamson was reassigned to minor-league camp by the Reds on Friday.

Impact Williamson pitched well early on this spring as he gunned for a spot in the Reds' rotation, but he struggled lately to punch his ticket to Triple-A Louisville. The left-hander still figures to make a decent number of starts with the big club this season.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Smoked in final Cactus League start Williamson gave up nine earned runs on eight hits and three walks against the Mariners on Thursday in his final spring training start.

Impact Williamson made some good impressions early on in spring training, but he hasn't looked ready for prime time in his recent outings and is coming off of a tough year in Triple-A in 2022. It wouldn't be a shock if he was ticketed for Louisville again to begin 2023.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Enquirer Brandon Williamson had to battle against the Padres, and what he learned could help him develop this year.

MARCH 9, 2023 • CINCINNATI.COM

To start Cactus League opener Williamson will start the Reds' Cactus League opener Saturday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williamson seems doubtful to crack the Opening Day roster in Cincinnati, but he is on track to make his MLB debut at some point in 2023. The 24-year-old struggled with command issues last season while working to a 4.11 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 123:77 K:BB in 122.2 innings between Double-A Chattanooga and Triple-A Louisville. Recent reports have suggested that he added an encouraging amount of velocity to his arsenal over the winter.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Showing improved velocity Williamson threw his fastball with more velocity than last spring in Saturday's live batting practice session, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. "He has a reall...

Impact Williamson is hoping to win a spot in the Reds rotation, though he's likely behind Luis Cessa and Luke Weaver, among others, for the final two spots. He had a tough 2022 campaign as he advanced levels in a new organization after the Reds traded for him last spring, but said that he's improved his throwing routine and hopes to yield better results in 2023.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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