LUIS MEDINA NEWS

Hit around by Marlins Medina (0-5) took the loss Saturday, allowing six runs on six hits and four walks over two innings against the Marlins. He struck out two.

Impact Medina struggled mightily Saturday, setting a season-high in walks while lasting just two innings. However, he didn't allow a home run after giving up 10 across his first five appearances. The rookie has been awful to start the season, owning an 8.19 ERA and 1.9 K/BB through 29.2 innings of work. Considering his inability to limit power and walks and the Athletics' lack of run support, Medina remains firmly out of fantasy consideration, though he will likely continue to receive starts given Oakland's lack of quality arms.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss in long-relief outing Medina (0-4) allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five over 5.1 innings, taking the loss Sunday versus the Astros.

Impact Ken Waldichuk started and pitched the first inning, giving up a solo home run to Yordan Alvarez. The Astros continued their power hitting against Medina, who surrendered three homers that accounted for all five runs on his line in a bulk-relief outing. With four losses in five outings and no fewer than three runs allowed in each of them, Medina has struggled in his first taste of the majors. He has a 6.83 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 24:10 K:BB through 27.2 innings through five appearances (four starts). It's unclear if he'll pitch behind an opener or make a traditional start in his next outing, which is tentatively scheduled for a road matchup against the Marlins over the weekend.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pitching as bulk reliever Sunday Medina is scheduled to serve as a bulk reliever behind opening pitcher Ken Waldichuk in Sunday's game against the Astros, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Though Waldichuk has been a member of Oakland's rotation all season, he'll be returning to the mound on only three days' rest Sunday and thus may not be available to cover more than two or three innings before turning the ball over to Medina. With that in mind, Medina is still the Oakland pitcher most likely to factor into any decision, even though his usage as a bulk reliever could limit his pitch count to some degree compared to if he were operating as a traditional starter.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

A's rookie Medina stung by homers in another impressive start SEATTLE -- Four starts into his Major League career, Luis Medina continues to provide the A’s with a promising view of the pitcher he could...

MAY 24, 2023 • MLB.COM

Yields two homers in loss Medina (0-3) allowed three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four over 5.1 innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Mariners.

Impact Medina was cruising until J.P. Crawford and Ty France (wrist) hit back-to-back home runs. The Athletics' offense couldn't respond, sending Medina to his third loss in four starts this season. The right-hander has pitched to a 6.45 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 19:7 K:BB over 22.1 innings. Aside from one bad frame Tuesday, this was an encouraging effort. With Kyle Muller optioned out earlier in the day, Medina's spot in the rotation should be safe. He lines up for a difficult home start versus the Astros this weekend.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Medina making it known that he belongs OAKLAND -- Luis Medina was on the brink of transitioning to a bullpen role in the Minors when Mason Miller’s UCL sprain opened a spot in the...

MAY 18, 2023 • MLB.COM

Delivers quality start Medina did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing three runs on three hits and two walks over six innings against the Diamondbacks. He struck out six.

Impact Medina had his best outing as a rookie, but Oakland still couldn't pull out a win. Medina only allowed three hits, but two of them were homers that produced all three of his earned runs. Three starts into his career, the righty has a 6.88 ERA and a 1.24 WHIP. He has provided decent strikeout numbers with 15 across 17 innings.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Awarded another start Medina is listed as the Athletics' starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Oakland has yet to confirm whether it will maintain a six-man rotation heading into the upcoming week, but Medina will at least make a second consecutive start after he impressed in his return to the big leagues this past Thursday against the Rangers. While covering six innings, Medina struck out three and allowed three earned runs on five hits and no walks. Considering that Medina owned a 7.43 ERA, 1.98 WHIP and 16:15 K:BB across 13.1 innings at Triple-A Las Vegas, he'll be tough to trust to come through with another quality start Wednesday, despite his respectable showing versus the Rangers.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Quiet confidence' helps Medina impress A's OAKLAND -- Luis Medina's second Major League start went a whole lot better than his first. Hours after being recalled from Triple-A Las Vega...

MAY 12, 2023 • MLB.COM

Delivers quality start Medina (0-2) took the loss Thursday, allowing three runs on five hits over six innings in a 4-0 loss against the Rangers. He struck out three.

Impact Medina was solid in his second-career start. Oakland's offense could not solve Nathan Eovaldi, rendering Medina's start useless. Through two starts he has an 8.18 ERA and 9:3 K:BB. He has been bouncing between Triple-A and the majors over the last few weeks, making two appearances at each level since April 26.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will get start Thursday Medina will start for the Athletics on Thursday versus the Rangers.

Impact Previous reporting indicated that Zach Neal would get the ball first, but the A's are going to turn to Medina instead with Neal likely serving as a bulk reliever. They were both called up from Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday afternoon. Neither pitcher carries individual fantasy appeal.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Oakland recalled Medina from Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday.

Impact The 24-year-old can provide long relief behind Zach Neal in Thursday night's series opener versus the Rangers. Medina was lit up for eight runs -- seven earned -- over five innings in his MLB debut last month against the Angels.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Medina was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas by the Athletics on Thursday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Medina was rocked for seven earned runs over five innings in his major-league debut versus the Angels on Wednesday. The right-hander should get another shot eventually but will rejoin the Vegas rotation for now.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will head back to Triple-A Medina will be optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Medina struggled heavily in his MLB debut against the Angels on Wednesday, allowing seven earned runs over five innings en route to an 11-3 loss. The 23-year-old prospect has made just three starts in Triple-A and will likely need to get more work in the minors before he can return to the major-league squad.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially called up from Triple-A Oakland recalled Medina from Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday.

Impact Medina will be brought up to make a start against the Angels on Wednesday. The right-hander forged a 3.86 ERA with an 11:8 K:BB and 1.39 WHIP over his 9.1 innings with Las Vegas in three appearances. Medina has shown the potential to miss bats in the minors, but he'd be a very risky option for fantasy streamers because of a number of factors.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday vs. Angels Medina will be recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas by the Athletics to start Wednesday's game against the Angels, Hector Gomez of Z101Digital.com reports.

Impact Medina was acquired by the Athletics in August in the deal that sent Frankie Montas to the Yankees. The right-hander has posted a 3.86 ERA in 9.1 innings for the Aviators with an 11:8 K:BB with a 1.39 WHIP over three appearances. If things go well he'll have a chance to make more starts for Oakland in 2023, but he may not be stretched out to qualify for a victory chance come Wednesday.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Oakland Medina was traded from the Yankees to the Athletics along with Ken Waldichuk, JP Sears and Cooper Bowman in exchange for Frankie Montas and Lou Trivino, Jack Curry of YES Network r...

Impact Medina has been a prospect of note for years thanks to elite raw stuff. Unfortunately, his command has never been good enough on a consistent basis for him to be seen as a likely starting pitcher. Medina has just one minor-league option year remaining, so he will likely debut next year out of the big-league bullpen. The 23-year-old righty has a 3.38 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 81 strikeouts and 40 walks in 72 innings this year in a repeat of Double-A. If his command improves, Medina could be Oakland's closer of the future.

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Excels in first Double-A start Medina tossed 5.2 innings for Double-A Somerset on Wednesday, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out 10.

Impact Medina's final line was impacted by a pair of runners he was responsible for crossing the plate after he left the game, but it was nonetheless an impressive outing for the 22-year-old right-hander in his Double-A debut. After striking out 50 batters in 32.2 frames in High-A ball, he continued racking up whiffs with his 10-strikeout performance Wednesday. One of the keys to his success this season has been improved control; his overall 4.9 BB/9, though not overly impressive, ranks as his best season mark across four minor-league campaigns.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moves up to Double-A The Yankees promoted Medina from High-A Hudson Valley to Double-A Somerset on Sunday, Josh Norris of Baseball America reports.

Impact Medina was one of three Hudson Valley rotation members to receive a call-up to the next rung of the minors, with Ken Waldichuk and Hayden Wesneski also joining him. The 22-year-old Medina is the youngest of the trio and likely rates as the best pitching prospect, thanks to a fastball that routinely hits triple digits to go with an excellent curveball and a plus changeup. He blew away the competition at High-A through his first seven starts, posting a 2.76 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and a 50:19 K:BB in 32.2 innings.

JUNE 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Thriving in High-A ball Medina has registered a 1.45 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 32:9 K:BB across 18.2 innings with High-A Hudson Valley.

Impact The 22-year-old punched out 11 batters over 5.2 innings Thursday to pick up his second win of the campaign. One reason for Medina's dominance thus far is improved control, as his walk rate is down to a tolerable 4.5 BB/9. He could ascend quickly through the system and further cement his status as a top pitching prospect if he's able to continue to keep the walks down. Medina has the ability to hit triple digits with his fastball, so the potential for big-time strikeout numbers is undisputable.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned by Yankees Medina was optioned to High-A Hudson Valley on Friday.

Impact The organization has expressed high optimism for Medina, but he's only 21 years of age and needs more seasoning, so he'll open the campaign in High-A ball. The right-hander made one Grapefruit League appearance this spring, allowing one run on four walks over two-thirds of an inning. Control has been Medina's primary struggle in his short professional career, so he'll need to work that issue out before he's ready to tackle the majors.

MARCH 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could debut in 2021 Medina has a chance to be called up at some point during the coming campaign, Max Goodman of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Medina is only 21 years old and has yet to pitch beyond the High-A level, but the organization is clearly optimistic about his outlook as a big-leaguer. "He's somebody we're very excited about...you never know what can happen. He's somebody that we feel has a bright future and a major-league future," manager Aaron Boone stated Tuesday. Though the young right-hander's upside and strikeout potential are certainly enticing, Medina will need to show vast improvement with his command and control before he's likely to find success in the majors.

FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE