Valente Bellozo - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Favorite for rotation spot? Bellozo has emerged as a leading candidate to open the season in the Marlins' rotation, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.

Impact A spot in Miami's rotation opened up once Ryan Weathers suffered a forearm strain Monday, and the reassignment of Janson Junk to minor-league camp Saturday puts Bellozo in a great position to make the Opening Day roster. The 25-year-old righty started 13 games for the Marlins last season, finishing the season with a 3.67 ERA and 1.31 WHIP. However, his 5.72 FIP indicates that his performance wasn't nearly as good as his base stats might suggest.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Marlins optioned Bellozo to Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday.

Impact Bellozo camp into camp with a shot to win a rotation spot, but he didn't make a great case for himself in yielding 10 runs in 8.1 innings of work. The 25-year-old remains likely to make some start for the Marlins this season but will begin the year in the Jacksonville rotation.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Begins hunt for rotation spot Bellozo struck out two in a perfect inning during Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals.

Impact The right-hander got the start in the Marlins' spring opener and tossed 10 of 16 pitches for strikes. Bellozo was a surprising contributor in 2024, posting a 3.67 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 44:21 K:BB over 13 starts in his big-league debut, but the 25-year-old isn't guaranteed a rotation spot this time around with Sandy Alcantara healthy and Cal Quantrill now in the fold. Bellozo is expected to compete in camp with top prospect Max Meyer and Adam Mazur for the fifth starter spot on the Opening Day roster.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in no-decision Bellozo did not factor into the decision in an extra-innings win over the Twins on Thursday, allowing one run on six hits and one walk over five innings while striking out two.

Impact Bellozo allowed at least one man to reach in three of the first five innings but managed to work his way out of the jam on each occasion as the Marlins jumped out to a 4-0 lead. However, the Twins finally got to the right-hander in the sixth when Carlos Correa launched a solo homer to lead off the frame. Bellozo was then relieved by Lake Bachar after giving up a single in the next at-bat, marking the fourth-consecutive start in which the former has failed to make it through six innings. However, the 24-year-old also hasn't allowed more than three runs in any of his five starts this month, giving up a strong 2.67 ERA in September to go along with a 12:6 K:BB.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up win Bellozo (3-4) yielded three runs on seven hits and a walk over 5.1 innings Friday, striking out three and earning a win over Atlanta.

Impact Bellozo gave up one run through three frames before Orlando Arcia knocked a solo homer in the fourth inning. Ramon Laureano later belted a solo home run in the sixth. Bellozo has allowed 11 long balls in his last six starts, resulting in a 5.28 ERA during that span. For the year, he's sporting a 3.82 ERA with a 42:20 K:BB through 63.2 innings. Bellozo is currently in line to start in Toronto next week.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two homers in loss Bellozo (2-4) took the loss against the Nationals on Saturday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk with four strikeouts over 5.1 innings.

Impact Bellozo was burned by homers in the second and sixth innings and was pulled with a 3-1 deficit at 92 pitches. The 24-year-old's velocity was down on each of his offerings, and he has now failed to complete six innings in nine of 11 outings this season. On the year, he owns a 3.70 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 39:19 K:BB across 58.1 innings and lines up to face Atlanta next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two homers in loss Bellozo (2-4) took the loss against the Nationals on Saturday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk with four strikeouts over 5.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Costly error, odd double play put damper on Bellozo's strong start PITTSBURGH -- Paul Skenes and Valente Bellozo’s arsenals are two sides of two very different coins. The Pirates’ Skenes dials his heater up...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • MLB.COM

Tagged with third loss Bellozo (2-3) took the loss Monday against the Pirates. He allowed three runs (one earned) over 5.1 innings with six hits, one walk and two strikeouts.

Impact Bellozo battled against the Pirates Monday but unfortunately was on the wrong end of another dominating performance by Paul Skenes. Bellozo threw six shutout innings in a no-decision his last time out following back-to-back starts of six or more runs, so Monday's start is another positive sign. The rookie right-hander has allowed two runs or less in seven of his 10 starts this season, but in his other three starts he's allowed 17 runs, which has hampered his upside.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged with third loss Bellozo (2-3) took the loss Monday against the Pirates. He allowed three runs (one earned) over 5.1 innings with six hits, one walk and two strikeouts.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Blanks Nats in no-decision Bellozo came away with a no-decision in Wednesday's 4-3 extra-inning win over the Nationals, allowing three hits and two walks over six scoreless innings. He struck out one.

Impact The rookie right-hander was far from dominant, producing only seven swinging strikes among his 85 pitches, but Bellozo minimized any hard contact and left the mound with the Marlins clinging to a 1-0 lead. The quality start was his second in nine big-league outings, and it was a strong bounce-back effort after he's been tagged for 12 runs (11 earned) over his last 8.2 innings. Bellozo will carry a 3.78 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 33:17 K:BB through 47.2 frames into his next start, which is scheduled to come on the road early next week in Pittsburgh.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt by home-run ball again Bellozo didn't factor into Thursday's decision against the Rockies, allowing six runs on seven hits and two walks over four innings. He struck out four.

Impact After posting a 2.45 ERA in his first 33 big-league innings, Bellozo's now given up 11 earned runs and six homers in his last two outings (8.2 innings). The rookie right-hander now sports a 4.32 ERA with a 1.34 WHIP and 32:15 K:BB across eight starts (41.2 innings) with Miami this year. Bellozo will look to bounce back in his next outing, currently scheduled for early next week at home versus the Nationals.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up three homers in loss Bellozo (2-2) took the loss Saturday against the Cubs. He allowed six runs (five earned) over 4.2 innings with seven hits, four walks and one strikeout.

Impact Bellozo gave up a pair home runs to Seiya Suzuki and another to Pete Crow-Armstrong to match the total from his first six career stats. The rookie right-hander has now given up five or more runs in two starts this season but has kept teams under two runs in his other five starts. The 24-year-old will carry a 3.35 ERA into his next start against the Rockies.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fans four in 5.1 innings Bellozo did not factor into the decision in Sunday's win against the Mets, allowing two earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out four in 5.1 innings.

Impact Coming off consecutive scoreless starts, Bellozo wasn't quite as dominant Sunday, allowing seven hits including a solo home run by Brandon Nimmo in the sixth inning. Still, Bellozo was effective and now sports a 2.45 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 27:8 K:BB in 33 innings (six starts). The 24-year-old owns a modest 7.4 K/9, but his ability to consistently induce weak contact has allowed him to thrive in his rookie season. He will look to keep rolling in his next start, currently scheduled for next weekend against the Cubs.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another scoreless outing vs. Philly Bellozo (2-1) earned the win Tuesday over the Phillies, allowing four hits and one walk over seven scoreless innings. He struck out four.

Impact It was an impressive performance from Bellozo against a potent Phillies lineup -- the 24-year-old right-hander has now won back-to-back starts while delivering 12.2 scoreless innings. Bellozo doesn't have overpowering stuff, but he's shown an ability to limit hard contact early in his MLB career. Bellozo's ERA is down to 2.28 with a 0.94 WHIP and 23:6 K:BB through his first five outings (27.2 innings). He's currently lined up to face the Diamondbacks at home in his next start.

AUGUST 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Bellozo shuts down Phillies over seven scoreless innings PHILADELPHIA -- Jake Burger extended one of the best power surges in club history on Tuesday night, but it was rookie pitcher Valente Belloz...

AUGUST 14, 2024 • MLB.COM

Blanks Cincy for first MLB win Bellozo (1-1) picked up the win in Wednesday's 6-4 victory over the Reds, allowing five hits and two walks over 5.2 scoreless innings. He struck out four.

Impact Making his fourth career big-league start, Bellozo fell just short of recording his first career quality start as well as his first win, getting lifted after 92 pitches (56 strikes). The 24-year-old right-hander has given the Marlins at least five innings in each of his outings so far, producing an impressive 3.05 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 19:5 K:BB through 20.2 innings despite a fastball that barely averages 90 mph. It's doubtful he'll be able to keep getting by much longer with smoke and mirrors, but Miami's injury-ravaged rotation will take all the help it can get. Bellozo is scheduled to make his next start on the road early next week in Philadelphia.

AUGUST 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Derek Hill's grand slam, Bellozo's strong start help Marlins to hold off Reds 6-4

Derek Hill’s grand slam capped a five-run first inning and Marlins starter Valente Bellozo threw a shutout into the sixth as Miami held off a a late Reds rally to beat Cincinnati 6...

AUGUST 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drawing another start Bellozo is scheduled to make his next turn through the rotation Wednesday versus the Reds in Miami, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports.

Impact Called up from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday to help fill the opening in the rotation created by the Marlins trading Trevor Rogers to the Orioles earlier in the week, Bellozo got the job done in his start against Atlanta. He took a no-decision in the Marlins' 5-3 loss, covering five innings and striking out five while allowing two earned runs on two hits and two walks. Bellozo has covered exactly five frames in each of his three starts with Miami this season and has posted a 4.20 ERA and 0.93 WHIP while striking out a batter per inning.

AUGUST 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fans five in no-decision Bellozo did not factor into the decision in Friday's 5-3 loss to Atlanta, allowing two runs on two hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out five.

Impact The Miami right-hander was recalled Friday to make his first start since July 2 after pitching to a 3.21 ERA across 14 innings at Triple-A since his last major league appearance. The 24-year-old tossed 66 pitches before being lifted in the sixth after allowing a leadoff triple to Whit Merrifield. The two earned runs on Bellozo's ledger were Merrifield -- who later scored on an Austin Riley RBI groundout -- and a solo homer allowed to Orlando Arcia in the fifth. If the Marlins rookie sticks in the rotation, his next start would be slated to come against the Reds at home next week.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled ahead of start The Marlins recalled Bellozo from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday.

Impact Bellozo will start Friday's game in Atlanta, taking the rotation spot vacated by Trevor Rogers, who is now with the Orioles. The 24-year-old right-hander will have a golden opportunity to prove he belongs in the Marlins' rotation for the rest of the season.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday's game Bellozo will be recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville to start Friday's game in Atlanta, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports.

Impact Bellozo is taking the rotation spot vacated by Trevor Rogers, who was traded to the Orioles earlier this week. The right-hander pitched well in two previous starts with the Marlins, allowing five runs with a 10:1 K:BB over 10 innings. He should have a chance to stick in the big-league rotation for the remainder of the season.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Marlins optioned Bellozo to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday.

Impact Bellozo made two starts for the Marlins, permitting five runs with a 10:1 K:BB over 10 innings of work. His turn in the rotation will come up Sunday and it's not clear at this point who Miami intends to use to fill that slot.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes out eight in loss Bellozo (0-1) took the loss to the Red Sox on Tuesday, allowing five runs on seven hits and one walk with eight strikeouts over five innings.

Impact Bellozo generated a solid 12 swinging strikes on 98 pitches and has walked just one batter over 10 major-league innings. He was burned by two rough frames, allowing a two-run single in the first and a three-run home run in the fourth. While it is unclear how long the rookie will remain in Miami's rotation, he tentatively lines up for a favorable matchup against the White Sox this weekend.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in MLB debut Bellozo came away with a no-decision in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Royals, allowing just two hits over five scoreless innings. He struck out two without walking a batter.

Impact The 24-year-old righty has walked just one batter over his last three starts at Triple-A prior to his promotion, and Bellozo brought that sharp command with him into his big-league debut, tossing 46 of 72 pitches for strikes. He pitched well enough to get the win and left the mound with the Marlins nursing a 1-0 lead, but Huascar Brazoban blew the save in the eighth inning. Bellozo figures to get at least one more turn in Miami's injury-ravaged rotation, lining him up for another start early next week at home against the Red Sox.

JUNE 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Derek Hill's grand slam, Bellozo's strong start help Marlins to hold off Reds 6-4