KEN WALDICHUK NEWS

Solid in no-decision Waldichuk did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing a run on seven hits and a walk over five innings in an 8-7 loss against Washington. He struck out four.

Impact Waldichuk pitched well Sunday, allowing just one run in the opening inning before blanking Washington over his final four frames. However, the A's bullpen imploded in the ninth, allowing six runs to blow a 7-2 lead and leave Waldichuk with a no-decision. The 25-year-old southpaw has held opponents to two runs or fewer in three of his last four starts though he still sports an unsightly 6.07 ERA with a 1.70 WHIP and 51:24 K:BB across 48.2 innings this season.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid versus Rangers Waldichuk allowed two runs on six hits and a walk while striking out seven over six innings in a no-decision versus the Rangers on Monday.

Impact Waldichuk completed six innings for the second time this year, and he earned his second quality start. The southpaw contained the damage to a two-run double from Mitch Garver in the fourth inning. Waldichuk has given up 11 runs (10 earned) over 18.2 innings across his last four outings and has a 6.30 ERA, 1.71 WHIP and 96:55 K:BB through 94.1 innings overall. His next appearance is likely to be on the road versus the Nationals this weekend.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falters in start Waldichuk (2-7) allowed four runs on a hit, three walks and a hit batsman while striking out five over 3.2 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Waldichuk got through the order once without trouble, but the Dodgers rallied in the fourth inning. He's failed to complete five innings in any appearance since May 19, whether working as a starter or a reliever. The southpaw is now at a 6.52 ERA, 1.74 WHIP and 89:54 K:BB through 88.1 innings over 25 appearances (14 starts). Waldichuk is tentatively projected for a difficult home outing versus the Rangers next week.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steady as bulk reliever Waldichuk allowed an unearned run on one hit and two walks while striking out six over 4.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Tuesday.

Impact Facing the Giants' offense in its current state was likely a blessing for Waldichuk, who had given up 10 runs over 13.2 innings across his first four appearances this month. He still walked multiple batters for the fourth time in his last five outings, but he was able to successfully limit the damage. Waldichuk is now at a 6.38 ERA, 1.77 WHIP and 84:51 K:BB through 84.2 innings over 24 appearances (13 starts) this season. The southpaw is tentatively projected for a tough road matchup versus the Dodgers next week, though it's unclear if he'll start or pitch behind an opener.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with control Wednesday Waldichuk didn't factor into the decision against the Red Sox on Wednesday, allowing four earned runs on five hits and three walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out five.

Impact Waldichuk worked up to 90 pitches despite not making it out of the fifth inning, as only 50 of his offerings found the strike zone. The left-hander started off on the wrong foot when he surrendered a two-run home run to Justin Turner in the first inning, and after holding Boston off the board for the next three frames, Waldichuk was chased after surrendering an RBI single to Rob Refsnyder. The 25-year-old will be looking to reverse what is now a two-start rough patch the next time he takes the hill, as Waldichuk has now pitched to a 7.88 ERA and 1.63 WHIP across the eight innings covering that pair of outings, albeit while also recording 10 strikeouts.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers no decision Waldichuk did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on three hits and two walks over 3.2 innings against the Twins. He struck out five.

Impact Waldichuk turned in yet another mediocre outing, as he now has a 6.66 ERA and 1.84 WHIP on the season. The southpaw is clearly not a realistic option in fantasy at this point, barring a major turnaround.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes sixth loss Sunday Waldichuk (2-6) took the loss against the Red Sox on Sunday, allowing an earned run on two hits over 1.1 innings. He struck out one.

Impact Waldichuk was tasked with preserving a 3-3 tie when he entered in the seventh inning, and he impressively generated a 1-2-3 frame by retiring the dangerous trio of Justin Turner, Rafael Devers and Adam Duvall. However, Masataka Yoshida's solo home run to lead off the eighth ultimately proved the difference in the game and saddled Waldichuk with his fourth loss in the last five decisions. The southpaw has been scuffling of late, as Sunday's stumble sends Waldichuk into the All-Star break with a 7.59 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over the 10.2 innings covering his last four appearances.

JULY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches second win Waldichuk (2-5) earned the win Wednesday against Detroit. He allowed two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings.

Impact Waldichuk entered in the fourth inning staked to a 4-0 lead after Austin Pruitt delivered three shutout frames. The 25-year-old Waldichuk held the Tigers at bay, allowing just two runs in the eighth en route to the win, his first since May 6. The southpaw has looked better since moving into a bullpen role -- he held opponents scoreless in four of his previous five outings. Overall, Waldichuk still has an ugly 6.62 ERA with a 1.87 WHIP and 67:44 K:BB across 70.2 innings this season.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working in bulk relief Waldichuk will serve as a bulk reliever behind opener Austin Pruitt in Wednesday's game in Detroit, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pruitt isn't expected to cover more than 1-to-3 innings before turning the game over to Waldichuk, who should be capable of providing Oakland with a decent amount of length after he tossed 2.2 innings in his most recent appearance out of the bullpen back on June 29. While moving between the bullpen and rotation this season, Waldichuk has compiled a 6.78 ERA and 1.91 WHIP in 66.1 innings, so he won't make for an especially appealing streaming option even though his usage as a bulk reliever theoretically gives him a better chance at qualifying for a win.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working bulk innings Wednesday Waldichuk is expected to pitch the bulk of the innings for the Athletics on Wednesday in Detroit, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact It's possible he'll come on after an opener, but Waldichuk is in line for most of the workload against the Tigers. The left-hander has posted a 6.78 ERA over 19 appearances (11 starts) for the A's this season.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Effective as opener Tuesday Waldichuk served as the opener for Tuesday's game against the Guardians, firing 1.2 scoreless innings during which he allowed two hits and recorded two strikeouts.

Impact Waldichuk's mostly sharp performance saw him pound 20 of his 27 pitches in for strikes and set the table effectively for bulk reliever Luis Medina, who followed with 4.1 frames of one-run ball. Waldichuk appears to be finding his groove as a multi-role reliever, now having pitched to a 1.69 ERA and not allowing a home run over the 10.2 innings covering his last five appearances. However, control remains a persistent issue, as the southpaw also owns a 1.69 WHIP during the same span thanks in large part to a 5.9 BB/9.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serving as opener Tuesday Waldichuk will open Tuesday's game against the Guardians, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Waldichuk will likely pitch an inning or two before Luis Medina enters as Oakland's primary pitcher Tuesday. The 25-year-old lefty holds a 6.64 ERA on the season, but he's been much better as of late with a 2.00 ERA through nine innings since the start of June.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first career save Waldichuk picked up the save Monday against the Rays. He allowed two hits while striking out five over three scoreless innings. He did not walk a batter.

Impact While Waldichuk is in the midst of a rough season, his three-inning save on Monday was a step in the right direction. While the southpaw largely struggled as a starter dating back to his rookie season last year, he now has two scoreless relief appearances out of his last three. However, fantasy managers should still be wary of him, considering his 6.87 ERA and 1.94 WHIP.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works out of bullpen Waldichuk pitched the seventh inning of Wednesday's 4-2 loss to Atlanta, giving up one earned run on two hits and one walk while striking out one.

Impact After pitching an inning as an opener in front of Luis Medina in his last appearance Sunday against the Astros, Waldichuk filled a more traditional relief role Wednesday for the first time all season. Though Oakland likely still views Waldichuk as a starter over the long haul, he looks as though he'll be relegated to the bullpen after logging a 7.40 ERA and 1.97 WHIP in 48.2 innings over his first 10 outings of the season.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One inning as opener Sunday Waldichuk served as the opener in Sunday's loss to the Astros, allowing an earned run on one hit over an inning while recording two strikeouts.

Impact The left-hander almost escaped his one frame unscathed, but Yordan Alvarez got to him with a two-out solo home run to give the Astros an early lead. Waldichuk threw only 16 pitches (11 strikes), but he may be set to work in an opener or reliever role for the time being now that Paul Blackburn (finger) is being activated from the injured list and Hogan Harris is up from Triple-A Las Vegas.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Filling opener role Sunday Waldichuk is scheduled to serve as the Athletics' opener in front of primary pitcher Luis Medina in Sunday's game against the Astros, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Waldichuk worked as a bulk reliever in his last appearance Wednesday in Seattle, but he looks like he could be in line for a lighter innings count Sunday while he pitches on three days' rest ahead of Luis Medina, who is making his usual turn through the rotation. The Athletics haven't indicated that Waldichuk's usage as an opener will foreshadow a move to the bullpen, but it could be a possibility for the young left-hander, who has been shelled to the tune of a 7.40 ERA and 1.97 WHIP through his first 10 outings of the season.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roughed up in bulk role Waldichuk (1-4) took the loss Wednesday against Seattle. He allowed five runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out seven over 2.2 innings.

Impact Oakland elected to use Austin Pruitt as an opener for Waldichuck. It didn't help, as Waldichuck was chased in the fourth inning after allowing eight of 10 batters to reach. The lefty has four appearances allowing at least four runs with just one outing surrendering two runs or less. He did pick up seven strikeouts, tied for a season high. However he is not a viable fantasy option.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No longer starting Wednesday Waldichuk (calf) is no longer starting for the A's on Wednesday versus the Mariners, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact The expectation is that he'll operate in bulk relief behind opener Austin Pruitt. It's probably a way to protect Waldichuk after he suffered a mild calf strain last Friday against the Astros. He threw a side session without issue Monday.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws without issue Waldichuk (calf) threw a side session Monday and is on track to make his next scheduled start Wednesday against the Mariners, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Waldichuk sustained a mild calf strain in his last outing Friday, but he has thrown a couple times since, and it appears he will avoid missing any action. Waldichuk faced Seattle once last season but has not done so since the current campaign began.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays catch again Sunday Athletics manager Mark Kotsay said Waldichuk (calf) played catch Sunday for the second straight day, but the team has yet to decide whether the lefty will be fit to make his next s...

Impact Waldichuk is tending to a mild left calf strain, which he sustained in his most recent start Friday in Houston. Though he's felt better in the two days immediately following the start, the Athletics plan to re-evaluate Waldichuk on Monday before determining whether he'll be ready to go Wednesday.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling better Saturday Waldichuk, who exited Friday's loss to the Astros with a mild calf strain, was feeling better Saturday and could make his next scheduled start, the Associated Press reports.

Impact The southpaw's sixth-inning exit came after he'd already allowed four runs in five hits and five walks, so he may not have been long for the night at that point anyhow. However, Waldichuk did indeed suffer a strain, but manager Mark Kotsay was optimistic enough about the pitcher's overnight improvement to leave open the possibility he'd have a chance to to the rubber when next scheduled, Tuesday night on the road against the Mariners.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another mediocre start Waldichuk (1-3) took the loss Friday versus the Astros, allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and five walks while striking out three over five innings.

Impact Waldichuk has suddenly had trouble with walks, issuing 16 of them over 15 innings across his last three starts. That's combined with an already level of performance to see him surrender at least three runs in five straight outings. For the season, the 25-year-old has a 6.85 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and 39:28 K:BB through 46 innings through nine starts. Waldichuk is lined up for a road start in Seattle next week.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Records unremarkable outing in victory Waldichuk did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing four runs (three earned) on seven hits and five walks over five innings against Texas. He struck out five.

Impact Waldichuk registered a 1:1 strikeout-to-walk ratio for the second straight start, and he's pitched six innings just once this year. The southpaw also sports a sky-high 7.02 ERA, which is not up to par for fantasy. The 25-year-old is still getting his feet wet in the majors, but managers are going to have to wait for him to develop before he can be trusted as a reliable option.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Start pushed back to Friday Athletics manager Mark Kotsay announced Wednesday that Waldichuk will now start Friday's game against the Rangers, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Waldichuk was originally scheduled to get the ball Thursday for the series opener, but the Athletics will shuffle around their rotation and give the left-hander an extra day of rest before his next outing. JP Sears will now get the start Saturday with Drew Rucinski working Sunday, but Oakland has yet to announce who will be on the hill for Thursday's series opener with Kotsay only saying they will have a starter work in that game.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE