LUIS PATIÑO NEWS

Fails to pick up win Patino allowed four runs on six hits and two walks across 3.1 innings during Tuesday's 13-6 win at Baltimore. He recorded six strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision.

Impact The right-hander was in prime position to secure his second win of the season after the Rays provided an 8-0 cushion, but the 21-year-old needed 82 pitches for 10 outs and was unable to finish the fourth frame. Patino has a 3.60 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 19:4 K:BB over 15.1 innings this season.

MAY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Getting another start Tuesday Patino is scheduled to start Tuesday's game against the Orioles, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Impact Earlier this month, manager Kevin Cash told Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times that the Rays would take a "floating sequencing" approach to the rotation, meaning that the team would take a flexible approach to determining its starters in a given week beyond Tyler Glasnow and Shane McClanahan. Ryan Yarbrough also seems to have a regular rotation spot locked down as a starter or primary pitcher out of the bullpen, leaving Patino, Josh Fleming and Rich Hill as candidates to eat innings on days when none of the aforementioned three are on the pitching schedule. At this point, Patino is expected to use as a traditional starter rather than as an opener when he's listed as the Rays' probable pitcher. He covered a season-high four innings in his last outing May 11 against the Yankees, giving up two runs (one earned) on three hits and a walk while striking out three.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Margot, Adames, Lowe lead Rays over Mets 7-1 for sweep

Manuel Margot, Willy Adames and Brandon Lowe homered off Marcus Stroman, leading the Tampa Bay Rays over the New York Mets 7-1for a three-game sweep

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Handed loss Tuesday Patino (1-1) allowed two runs (one earned) on three hits and a walk while striking out three as he took the loss against the Yankees on Tuesday,

Impact Patino found himself in a quick hole after serving up a solo home run to Aaron Judge in the first inning. He later allowed two men on in the third and one ended up scoring after two passed balls allowed the runners to advance. It's unclear how manager Kevin Cash plans to use the 21-year-old moving forward after he's made two relief appearances and two starts in his first four appearances this season. Patino had piggybacked Shane McClanahan in his last two outings but served as an opener Tuesday. If Cash plans to use him as an opener again then he'll be lined up for a meeting against the Mets over the weekend.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cole expected to start for the Yankees against Rays

The Yankees will start Gerrit Cole on Wednesday and the Rays are expected to counter with Collin McHugh

MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Opening Tuesday Patino will start and is expected to cover a few innings as an opener Tuesday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact It appeared the 21-year-old would receive a look as a traditional starter Tuesday, but he'll instead be followed by Josh Fleming as the primary pitcher. Patino has maxed out at three innings and 56 pitches during his last outing May 4 and could have a similar workload versus New York.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Montgomery, Yankees to face Patino, Rays

The Yankees will start Jordan Montgomery on Tuesday and the Rays are expected to counter with Luis Patino

MAY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to start Tuesday The Rays list Patino as their probable starter for Tuesday's game against the Yankees.

Impact In his most recent two outings, Patino has piggybacked rookie Shane McClanahan, but the Rays elected to turn the latter loose as a traditional starter Sunday against the Athletics. Patino went unused out of the bullpen for that contest, as the Rays apparently intended to save him for Tuesday's series opener, when he'll be picking up his second start of the season. Ryan Yarbrough was initially lined up for Tuesday, so it's unclear whether he'll work as a primary pitcher behind Patino, or if the Rays will use a melange of bullpen arms to follow the young right-hander. Patino maxed out at three innings and 56 pitches in his last outing May 4, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to work more than four or five frames Tuesday.

MAY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adames, Brosseau hit HRs as Rays beat A's 4-3, avoid sweep

Willy Adames hit a three-run homer in the fifth, Mike Brosseau added a tiebreaking drive the following inning and the Tampa Bay Rays held off the Oakland Athletics 4-3 to avoid a s...

MAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Angels look to end 3-game skid against Rays

Los Angeles will try to break its three-game losing streak when the Angels take on Tampa Bay

MAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Meadows hits 2 HRs, Rays beat sloppy Angels 8-3

Austin Meadows hit two homers and drove in a career-high five runs, and the Tampa Bay Rays capitalized on the Los Angeles Angels’ fielding ineptitude for an 8-3 victory

MAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pair of scoreless frames in loss Patino fired two scoreless innings during a loss to the Athletics on Thursday, allowing one hit while recording two strikeouts.

Impact The promising right-hander has gotten his Rays tenure off to a nearly unblemished start, with Patino allowing just a hit and a walk over 4.2 innings across two appearances, the first coming as an opener against the Blue Jays on Sunday. The 21-year-old could continue to be used interchangeably as an opener, conventional reliever or even a bulk reliever, considering his extensive starting experience in the minors.

APRIL 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp as opener Patino allowed no hits and one walk while striking out three in 2.2 scoreless innings in Sunday's loss to the Blue Jays. He didn't factor into the decision.

Impact Patino made his team debut as Sunday's opener, and he tossed 42 pitches before primary pitcher Josh Fleming entered the game. Patino posted a 5.19 ERA in 17.1 innings with the Padres last year but could earn more opportunities with the Rays if he continues to pitch effectively.

APRIL 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up ahead of Rays debut The Rays recalled Patino from their taxi squad Sunday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Patino will be serving as an opener ahead of primary pitcher Josh Fleming in the Rays' series finale Sunday versus the Blue Jays. As a 20-year-old with the Padres last season, Patino started in one of his 11 appearances and posted a 5.19 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and a 21:14 K:BB in 17.1 innings.

APRIL 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ryu scheduled to start for Blue Jays at Rays

The Blue Jays will start Hyun Jin Ryu on Sunday and the Rays are expected to counter with Luis Patino

APRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

To serve as opener Patino will serve as the team's opener Sunday against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact It's unclear exactly how long Patino will pitch. Josh Fleming will handle the majority of the workload. Patino made his major-league debut in 2020 with the Padres and posted a 5.19 ERA with a 21:14 K:BB across 17.1 innings.

APRIL 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Added to taxi squad Patino was added to the Rays' taxi squad Saturday and is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Patino was sent down by the Rays in mid-March, but he could be in line to make his team debut in Sunday's series finale. The right-hander made his major-league debut with the Padres last year and posted a 5.19 ERA and 21:14 K:BB in 17.1 innings across 11 appearances (one start). Patino will likely join the bullpen once he's added to the Rays' big-league roster, but he could be an option to serve as a starter at some point this year.

APRIL 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't make Opening Day roster Patino was optioned off the active roster Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Patino is part of a large group of players who could start games for the Rays this season, but he won't be starting any right away. It's not particularly surprising to see him open the year in the minors, as he'd only made two starts at the Double-A level prior to last year when he jumped to the big leagues and didn't look entirely ready. He posted a 5.19 ERA and 1.85 WHIP while walking 16.5 percent of the batters he faced in his 17.1-inning debut. He could certainly still fill an important role for the Rays this year, but that won't come right away.

MARCH 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless frame in first start Patino logged his first start of Grapefruit League play Wednesday against the Twins and fired a clean first inning.

Impact The promising right-hander now has a pair of scoreless spring frames on his ledger in as many appearances, and he's allowed just one hit while recording a strikeout. Patino has consistently impressed with his location since spring training began, with both his fastball and slider distinguishing themselves early. While the Rays starting rotation appears set barring injury, the 21-year-old could be making a case to stick on the Opening Day roster in some form.

MARCH 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs spring victory Patino, who was credited with the victory in Thursday's Grapefruit League win over the Twins, impressed with his velocity and location during his one inning, Adam Berry of MLB.com...

Impact The promising right-hander consistently kept his fastball in the mid-90s and threw seven of his 10 pitches for strikes during the second inning. Patino did work around a hit and gave up some loud contact, but battery mate Francisco Mejia, who caught Patino during their time together in the Padres organization, came away impressed with his teammate's confidence. Meanwhile, pitching coach Kyle Snyder added that the 21-year-old's changeup and slider are excellent complements to his formidable fastball.

MARCH 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Next up for Rays: Thursday at Twins, 1:05 Ryan Yarbrough and Luis Patino are among the pitchers slated for duty in Fort Myers.

MARCH 4, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM

Impresses in live BP Patino was one of the pitchers that caught manager Kevin Cash's eye during live batting practice Friday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Patino was lauded by Cash for what the Rays skipper labeled as "constant strike-throwing" during the session, with the right-hander landing just one ball outside the strike zone. Patino is striving to earn a starting rotation spot during spring training while largely relying on his elite fastball and slider, and Cash noted Friday that the young pitcher's commitment to pounding the zone has a chance to eventually make him "special" if he can sustain it over the long haul.

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gunning for rotation spot Patino, who was acquired in the Blake Snell trade with the Padres this offseason, will be given a legitimate opportunity to earn a spot in the Rays' starting rotation during spring...

Impact Bowden lists Patino as one of two Rays candidates for rookies most likely to make Opening Day rosters, although he adds it wouldn't necessarily be a surprise to see the hard-throwing right-hander open up at Triple-A Durham due to service-time considerations. In addition to his impressive pitch arsenal, Patino has some big-league experience to fall back on, having logged 14 total appearances, including the playoffs, for the Padres in 2020. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times notes Patino's upper 90s fastball and wicked slider make the 21-year-old one of the most intriguing young prospects to monitor in spring training, especially with manager Kevin Cash's out-of-the-box track record with the management of his staff and the durability questions that plague the team's multiple veteran offseason pitching additions.

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tampa Bay Rays: How good is Luis Patino? Highly rated pitching prospect Luis Patino is headed from the San Diego Padres to the Tampa Bay Rays in the blockbuster Blake Snell deal. To...

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM

Trade in place with Rays Patino is set to be traded from the Padres to the Rays in exchange for left-hander Blake Snell, pending a review of medical records, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports.

Impact Patino made his major-league debut in 2020, posting a 5.19 ERA and 21:14 K:BB over 17.1 innings during 11 appearances (one start). He was included on the team's postseason roster, and he'll now be the top prospect in Sunday's blockbuster trade. The right-hander has an above-average 96.8 mph average fastball velocity and will continue his development in Tampa Bay.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE