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Does enough to win Freeland (5-13) earned the win over the White Sox on Saturday, allowing four runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out six batters over five innings.

Impact Freeland needed 95 pitches to get through five frames, but he capitalized on a barrage of run support to pick up his first victory since May 14. The veteran struggled over 14 starts between victories, posting a 6.19 ERA, 1.71 WHIP and 39:24 K:BB over 72.2 innings while going 0-9. Despite getting into the win column Saturday, Freeland allowed four runs for the third time in his past four outings.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up four runs in loss Freeland (4-13) allowed four runs on six hits and a walk while striking out one over five innings to take the loss Sunday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Freeland has lost five of his last six starts, and he's given up at least four runs four times in that span. The southpaw has given up six home runs over three starts in August, with the light-hitting Miguel Rojas the latest to take him deep with a solo shot Sunday. Freeland is at a 4.94 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 77:36 K:BB through 124 innings over 23 starts this season. He's lined up to make his next start at home versus the White Sox.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses quality start Freeland did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on eight hits and zero walks over six innings against the Brewers. He struck out four.

Impact Although he allowed eight of Milwaukee's nine hits Tuesday, Freeland's refusal to issue free passes helped him break his streak of four consecutive starts with a loss. However, the 30-year-old lefty was given a lead to work with twice but gave them both up immediately courtesy of home runs from William Contreras in the third inning and Andruw Monasterio in the seventh. Freeland was pulled shortly after Monasterio's homer and remains in search of his first win since May 14 against Philadelphia.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freeland analyzes recent performance following loss DENVER -- Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland was once again left to study the small pieces of a puzzle that never came together Wednesday aft...

AUGUST 3, 2023 • MLB.COM

Falls to San Diego Freeland (4-12) took the loss Wednesday, allowing four runs on seven hits and a walk over six innings against the Padres. He struck out six.

Impact Freeland was done in by the long ball Wednesday -- all four runs against him came via home runs. The 30-year-old southpaw is still looking for his first win since May 14. Freeland's now 0-8 with a 6.28 ERA over his last 12 starts (61.2 innings). Overall, his ERA is up to 4.86 with a 1.47 WHIP and 72:35 K:BB across 21 starts (113 innings) this season.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields five runs in return Freeland (4-11) allowed five runs (three earned) on nine hits over four innings Friday, striking out three and taking a loss against Oakland.

Impact Making his first start since July 9 after a stint on the injured list, Freeland stumbled out of the gate; all five runs that scored against him came during the first three innings. While only three runs were earned, Freeland's ERA still rose to 4.79 through 107 innings. He threw 70 pitches Friday and should be fine for a full workload in his next outing, which is currently projected to be at home against San Diego.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reinstated from IL The Rockies reinstated Freeland (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list Friday.

Impact Freeland was placed on the injured list July 14 (retroactive to July 13) and will now return after a minimum stay. The 30-year-old southpaw holds a 4.72 ERA through 103 innings on the season and will get to face an Oakland offense that ranks last in team OPS (.655).

JULY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Friday return Freeland (shoulder) will return to the Rockies' rotation Friday against the Athletics, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

Impact Freeland passed the final test in his recovery with a successful simulated game Tuesday, which included fielding practice. He dislocated his right (non-throwing) shoulder while attempting to field a bunt July 9 against the Giants.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting Friday return Freeland (shoulder) will likely start Friday against Oakland, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Freeland is slated to throw a live batting practice session Tuesday and should be activated from the 15-day injured list Friday if all goes well. The 30-year-old southpaw has been on the IL since July 14 with a dislocated right shoulder and will seemingly face baseball's worst offense during his return.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws simulated game Freeland (shoulder) threw a simulated game Tuesday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

Impact Freeland tossed around 25 pitches from the mound and also did a bit of fielding work as he prepares for a possible return to the Rockies' rotation this weekend against the Athletics. The left-hander has been sidelined since before the All-Star break due to a dislocated right (non-throwing) shoulder.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next weekend Freeland (shoulder) is slated to throw a simulated game Tuesday and could be activated from the 15-day injured list to make a start next weekend versus the Athletics at Coors Field...

Impact Assuming the sim game goes as expected, the Rockies would likely be eyeing next Sunday for Freeland's return to the rotation, which would allow him to stick to a normal four-day rest schedule. Freeland suffered a right shoulder subluxation in his final start before the All-Star break July 9 but was able to throw a 40-pitch bullpen session a week and a half later. He threw another side session Saturday and now appears ready to test himself against hitters.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen session Freeland (shoulder) completed another bullpen session Saturday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

Impact Freeland hit the injured list with a dislocated shoulder in early July, but he's already nearing his return. He could be back by next weekend, assuming he checks out fine following his bullpen work.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting for late July return Freeland (shoulder) is throwing another bullpen session Saturday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Freeland threw a 40-pitch bullpen session Wednesday and will continue to ramp up activity. Assuming there are no setbacks, he's hoping to return to the team's rotation next weekend in a series against the Athletics.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes bullpen session Freeland (shoulder) completed a 40-pitch bullpen session Wednesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Freeland has been sidelined since July 9 while dealing with a dislocated shoulder. He's hoping to let the injury heal naturally, and he took his first step back toward a return during an "aggressive" throwing session. There is still no timetable for his return.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injured list The Rockies placed Freeland on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right shoulder subluxation.

Impact The move comes retroactive to Tuesday, meaning Freeland will be eligible to return July 26. There's no timetable in place for Freeland's return, but he said that his current status is the "best case scenario", per Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com. Tommy Doyle was selected from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers dislocated right shoulder Freeland suffered a dislocated right shoulder in Sunday's start against the Giants, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact His non-throwing shoulder popped out and then popped back in, and Freeland was sent for X-rays after the game. It's unclear if he will be placed on the injured list or if he will be able to pitch through the injury. Freeland gave up one run through 6.1 innings before exiting Sunday.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers right shoulder injury Freeland was removed from Sunday's start against the Giants with an apparent right shoulder injury, Kelsey Wingert-Linch of AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports.

Impact The left-hander was pitching well in San Francisco on Sunday with just one run allowed through 6.1 frames, but he appeared to injure his non-throwing shoulder while attempting to field a bunt during the seventh inning. Freeland already wasn't scheduled to pitch during the first game of the second half next weekend against the Yankees, so it'll be at least eight full days until his next turn through the rotation. The 30-year-old availability will remain up in the air until he's further evaluated.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freeland finding himself on the mound despite loss, dropping velo HOUSTON -- Kyle Freeland tumbled from mound dirt to infield grass -- a striking video sequence. Then he rose and pitched some more. And that...

JULY 5, 2023 • MLB.COM

Takes another loss Freeland (4-9) took the loss Tuesday, allowing four runs on nine hits and two walks over 6.1 innings against the Astros. He struck out three.

Impact Freeland had another rough outing Tuesday, allowing nine hits for the third time in his last four starts while also racking up three or fewer K's for the third time in that span. The loss was his ninth of the campaign -- tied for the third most in MLB -- and extended his winless streak to nine starts, dating back to May 14. Over his last four appearances (20.2 innings), Freeland owns an ugly 8.71 ERA and a 14:12 K:BB. The lefty is tentatively scheduled for a favorable road matchup at Oracle Park against the Giants this weekend.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falters in fourth inning Freeland allowed six runs on four hits and five walks while striking out seven batters over five innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Wedneday.

Impact Colorado staked Freeland to a four-run lead after three frames, and the left-hander appeared to have things under control by retiring the first nine batters he faced. However, the veteran hurler imploded in the fourth, issuing four walks and allowing three hits -- including a three-run Mookie Betts homer -- as Los Angeles put up six runs. Freeland was allowed to finish that frame and complete one more, but the disastrous outing ended his chance of notching his first win since mid-May. Freeland began the season well but has struggled since that victory, posting a 7.15 ERA, 1.82 WHIP and 22:17 K:BB over 39 innings across eight starts.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes no-decision Freeland allowed four runs (three earned) on nine hits and two walks while striking out three over five innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Friday.

Impact Freeland left in line for the loss after giving up back-to-back solo home runs to Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout in the fifth inning. The Rockies pulled ahead on an Elias Diaz grand slam in the eighth to spare Freeland from a negative result. The southpaw battled an illness earlier in the week, which could explain his performance to some extent. He's gone seven starts without a win, though all of his bad outings in that span have come in challenging road matchups. For the season, Freeland has a 4.54 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 53:24 K:BB over 85.1 innings across 16 starts. He's lined up for a tough home start versus the Dodgers next week.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to pitch Friday Freeland, who had been expected to pitch Wednesday in Cincinnati, is now slated to take the hill Friday against the Angels after he battled a virus earlier in the week, The Denver...

Impact Since the Rockies have confirmed that Freeland will take the hill Friday, the illness is seemingly already behind him, but it likely affected his preparation enough early in the week that manager Bud Black opted to push the southpaw back a couple of days in the schedule. Jake Bird will now get the start Wednesday, though he's unlikely to work more than 1-to-3 innings before turning the game over to the bullpen.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unravels in Atlanta Freeland (4-8) took the loss Thursday, allowing seven runs on nine hits and three walks over 4.1 innings against Atlanta. He struck out one.

Impact Most of the damage against Freeland came in the second inning, where he was tagged for five runs on four hits. The 30-year-old southpaw had pitched well in his prior two starts, allowing three runs over 12 innings, though he's only logged five or more strikeouts once in his last six outings. Freeland's ERA is now up to 4.48 with a 1.34 WHIP and 50:22 K:BB through 15 starts (80.1 innings). He's currently slated for a road matchup with the Reds in his next outing.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in no-decision Freeland didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Padres, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out five.

Impact The southpaw continues to pitch surprisingly well at Coors Field, giving up three runs or less in five straight home starts, but the Rockies bullpen couldn't protect a 2-1 lead and cost Freeland his fifth win. The 30-year-old will carry a 3.91 ERA and 49:19 K:BB through 76 innings into his next outing, likely to come next week in Atlanta.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lasts seven innings in tough loss Freeland (4-7) was handed another loss Sunday against the Royals, allowing two runs on four hits while striking out one over seven innings.

Impact Freeland had a perfect game going until MJ Melendez broke it up with a double in the fifth. Michael Massey drove Melendez home two batters later with a base hit to give the Royals a lead they would never relinquish. Freeland continued to move through the order but was eventually pulled after squandering a leadoff home run in the eighth to Maikel Garcia. The 30-year-old tied his season high by going seven innings and showed great control, although he didn't generate a whole lot of whiffs. It was certainly a tough-luck loss for Freeland, who picked up his last win May. 14. He now sits at a 4.06 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 44:17 K:BB over 71 innings and lines up for a home matchup with the Padres next weekend.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE