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Rockies swept by Marlins despite Kyle Freeland's strong road start The Rockies hammered extra-base hits in consecutive late innings at the Marlins with opportunities to break open a tie game.

JUNE 23, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Earns second win in a row Freeland (3-5) picked up a seven-inning win against the Padres on Friday, allowing four runs on eight hits while striking out none and walking one.

Impact Freeland did not pitch his best, but picked up a win anyway, thanks to his offense scoring 10 runs. Although he did not strike out any batters and allowed eight hits, the lefty was able to limit the damage to four runs. Freeland showed efficiency, throwing 56 of 82 pitches for strikes across seven frames. He will have to do better in his next outing to ensure a win, since he likely will not get another 10 runs of support.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Earns second victory Freeland (2-5) earned the win during Saturday's 6-2 victory over San Diego in Game 2 of a doubleheader, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks with three strikeouts in six i...

Impact Freeland was staked to an early 6-0 lead and coasted to an easy victory, only surrendering runs on Luke Voit RBIs in the fourth and sixth inning. The 29-year-old has now surrendered one or zero runs in six of his last nine starts though he has just two wins to show for it, but conversely has struck out four or fewer batters in seven of 12 turns. Freeland now owns a 4.39 ERA and 1.42 WHIP with a bottom-10 2.18 K/BB and lines up for a rematch with San Diego next weekend.

JUNE 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Freeland's solid start earns Rockies a doubleheader split with Padres Two solid starts equaled a split decision for the Rockies on Saturday at Petco Park.

JUNE 12, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Logs quality start in no-decision Freeland registered a no-decision during Saturday's 6-2 loss to Atlanta on Saturday, allowing one run on five hits and one walk with three strikeouts in seven innings.

Impact Freeland made just one mistake Saturday -- an Austin Riley 435-foot solo shot in the sixth inning -- that proved to be the difference as the game went to extra innings tied at 1-1. The 29-year-old continues to be a risk/reward option as he's now surrendered one earned run or fewer in five of his last eight starts though he's averaged nearly five runs surrendered in the other three. Freeland carries a 4.53 ERA and 1.47 WHIP into his next appearance, scheduled for next weekend against San Diego.

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Looks good for Saturday Freeland (ankle) is listed as the Rockies' starting pitcher for Saturday's game against Atlanta in Colorado.

Impact Freeland appeared to be at risk of landing on the injured list after he was diagnosed with a left ankle impingement following his most recent outing Sunday in Washington, but he apparently checked out fine following his between-starts bullpen session and looks like he'll be ready to return to the mound on five days' rest this weekend. The southpaw owns a 6.25 ERA and 1.67 WHIP across 31.2 innings at Coors Field this season.

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

X-rays come back negative Freeland had X-rays on his left ankle come back negative after exiting Sunday's start against the Nationals, and he was diagnosed with an impingement, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports...

Impact The 29-year-old was pulled from Sunday's outing with two outs during the sixth inning after he landing awkwardly while delivering a pitch. Freeland appears to have avoided a serious injury, and the Rockies don't believe he'll require a stint on the injured list. The left-hander gave up five runs on seven hits with two strikeouts and four walks over 5.2 frames Sunday, and he saw his record fall to 1-5.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Freeland exits start with apparent injury WASHINGTON -- The Rockies’ short-handed rotation took another hit Sunday, when left-hander Kyle Freeland left the club’s series finale again...

MAY 29, 2022 • MLB.COM

Leaves start after awkward landing Freeland was removed midway through the sixth inning of his start Sunday against the Nationals after he landed awkwardly while delivering a pitch, Joe Trezza of MLB.com. He was cha...

Impact The Rockies will likely provide an update on the nature of Freeland's injury after the contest, but Trezza suggests that the southpaw may have been dealing with an arm-related concern in addition to the apparent lower-body issue that ended his day early. Freeland's velocity was down from its usual levels throughout the afternoon, and the lefty displayed spotty control, as he threw only 62 of his 107 pitches for strikes. Assuming Freeland is able to make his between-starts bullpen session without incident, he'll line up to make his next turn through the rotation next weekend versus Atlanta at Coors Field.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lasts 4.1 frames Freeland did not factor in the decision Tuesday against the Pirates, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out six.

Impact The left-hander didn't give up a hit through the first four frames Tuesday, but Pittsburgh tallied a run on two hits and a walk during the fifth before he was pulled. Freeland has issued a walk in every start this season and multiple walks in four straight outings. He'll carry a 4.85 ERA, 1.51 WHIP and 40:15 K:BB across 48 innings (nine starts) into his next outing, which tentatively lines up for Sunday in Washington.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs quality start Freeland allowed three earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out eight across six innings Wednesday against the Giants. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Freeland surrendered all of his runs in the first four innings, but he retired six of the last seven batters he faced to log his third quality start of the season. He also struck out a season-best eight batters on the strength of 16 swinging strikes across 103 total pitches. Freeland has allowed two or fewer earned runs in four starts this season, but five or more in three outings. The end result is a 4.85 ERA with a 34:13 K:BB across 42.2 innings on the campaign.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shelled in loss Freeland (1-4) took the loss during Friday's 14-10 defeat at the hands of the Royals, allowing eight runs (six earned) on 12 hits and two walks in 4.2 innings. He failed to record...

Impact Freeland got himself down 2-0 two batters into the game before permitting four more runs in the third and two in the fifth. The 28-year-old had pitched well prior to Friday -- surrendering four runs in 23 innings across his last four turns -- though he failed to record a strikeout and only induced two swinging strikes. Freeland will look to get back on track against San Francisco early next week.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six shutout innings Freeland allowed five hits and two walks while striking out five across six innings Saturday against the Diamondbacks. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Freeland was engaged in an improbable pitcher's duel with Zach Davies, and he limited the Diamondbacks to five singles. He primarily kept the ball on the ground to avoid any damage and also generated 12 swinging strikes on 89 pitches. Freeland has delivered a 1.57 ERA with a 19:5 K:BB across his last four starts spanning 23 frames.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs first win of 2022 Freeland (1-3) earned the win Sunday, allowing one run on four hits and one walk over seven innings against the Reds. He struck out four.

Impact Brandon Drury touched Freeland up for a homer in the fifth inning, but that was the extent of the damage against the left-hander. While Freeland's 1-3 record and 4.85 ERA on the season don't look great, he now has a 2.12 ERA and 14:3 K:BB over his last three starts (17 innings), including two starts at Coors Field in that stretch. He still has to be considered a high-risk option given his track record as he heads into a road start in Arizona next weekend.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Freeland tosses 7 solid innings, Rockies beat Reds, 10-1

Kyle Freeland tossed seven strong innings for his first win of the season, and the Colorado Rockies completed a series sweep of the struggling Cincinnati Reds 10-1

MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fans seven in loss Freeland (0-3) allowed four runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk over five innings Monday, striking out seven and taking a loss against the Phillies.

Impact Freeland allowed three unearned runs in the third inning after an error by Jose Iglesias, including a two-run double from Kyle Schwarber. He then coughed up a solo shot to Bryce Harper in the fifth before striking out the last three batters he faced. Despite turning in an overall shaky performance, Freeland lowered his season ERA to 6.16 with a 17:6 K:BB through four starts. He's projected to take on the Reds at home this weekend.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Signed long term, Freeland a believer in Rockies' plan DENVER -- After a good and happy night’s sleep, Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland talked Wednesday morning about his new five-year, $64.5 mi...

APRIL 20, 2022 • MLB.COM

Best start of the year Freeland struck out three in five innings, allowing two runs on six hits, a walk and a hit batsman in a 6-5 win Tuesday against Philadelphia. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Freeland pitched around trouble throughout the night and allowed a run in both the first and fourth innings. He left with a 3-2 lead and in position to earn his first win of the season. It was announced earlier Tuesday that the Denver native signed a five-year, $64.5 million extension. The 28-year-old followed that up with his best start of the season, lowering his ERA to 7.71. He's scheduled to pitch against the Phillies again on Sunday in Philadelphia.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Freeland, Rockies agree to five-year, $64.5 million extension, source says DENVER — Kyle Freeland won’t be leaving his hometown anytime soon.

APRIL 20, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Kyle Freeland, Rockies agree to five-year, $64.5 million extension Kyle Freeland won’t be leaving his hometown anytime soon.

APRIL 19, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Nets long-term deal with Colorado Freeland agreed Tuesday with the Rockies on a five-year, $64.5 million contract, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. The deal also includes a player option for 2027.

Impact Freeland and the Rockies had been scheduled for an arbitration hearing in late May following their failure to agree to a deal in spring training, but after further discussions, the two sides were able to find common ground on a long-term pact. As a Colorado native, Freeland likely has more interest in pitching at altitude in Coors Field than the majority of established starters around the league, so it made sense for the Rockies to keep the homegrown starter on the books through at least the 2026 season. Freeland has been blitzed for 10 runs across nine innings in his first two starts of 2022, but he was effective for most of his first five seasons in the majors after factoring in his unfavorable home environment. He turned in ERA- marks of 91 or lower in four of the past five seasons, with 100 being the league average after accounting for park factors. Now that he's resolved his contract situation, Freeland will return to the mound to make his third start of the season Tuesday against the Phillies at Coors Field.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Freeland is headed for a hearing with the Rockies, but there's a bigger issue looming on the horizon Freeland says he hasn't been offered a contract extension yet, but "it's definitely something I would be interested in."

APRIL 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Endures another rough outing Freeland (0-2) took the loss against the Cubs on Thursday, tossing 5.1 innings and allowing five runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out one.

Impact In Freeland's Opening Day loss to the Dodgers, he started off strong with three shutout frames before wilting in the fourth. It was the opposite story Thursday, as the left-hander was tagged for three first-inning runs before settling down to keep Chicago off the scoreboard for the following four frames. However, his night ended on a sour note as four of the five batters he faced in the sixth reached base, resulting in two more runs and the hook after 73 pitches. Freeland has thus far allowed 10 earned runs over nine innings to begin the season, emphasizing his lack of reliability in fantasy. He'll face another tough test his next time out as he's tentatively slated to face the Phillies at Coors Field next Tuesday.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Crushed for five runs Freeland (0-1) yielded five runs on five hits and two walks over 3.2 innings Friday, striking out six and taking a loss against the Dodgers.

Impact Freeland rolled through three shutout frames before the Dodgers jumped him in the fourth. He allowed three-run, including a two-run single by Gavin Lux, before he left the game and was charged with two runs that he left on base. The 6-foot-4 lefty is now 4-10 with a 4.17 ERA in his career against the Dodgers. Freeland is lined up to face the Cubs at home next week.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Named Opening Day starter Freeland has been named the starter for the Rockies' Opening Day matchup against the Dodgers on April 8, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Freeland started Friday's Cactus League game against the Mariners and gave up an unearned run on three hits and no walks while striking out two in 5.1 innings. The southpaw had been working on his changeup earlier in camp, but he gave up at least three runs in each of his first two spring starts while testing the pitch. Freehand made 23 starts for the Rockies last year and posted a 4.33 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 120.2 innings.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE