VINCE VELASQUEZ NEWS

Struggles in loss Velasquez (0-1) took the loss after allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and three walks in 4.2 innings while striking out five in a 9-3 loss Sunday against the Rays.

Impact In the four-run first inning, Velasquez walked in two runs and made an error that allowed another run to score. However, the righty calmed down and at one point retired 10 straight batters. The 29-year-old has six walks over 8.2 innings this season after setting a career high with 4.7 walks per nine innings in 2021. His next scheduled start is Friday in Minnesota.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four strong frames Velasquez allowed one run on two hits and three walks over four innings during Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Mariners. He had two strikeouts and didn't qualify for the decision.

Impact The 29-year-old was targeting four innings for his White Sox debut Tuesday, and he covered exactly that with only 62 pitches. Velasquez surrendered a solo homer to Eugenio Suarez during the second inning but otherwise held down Seattle, though he did have some control issues with three walks. It's a strong start to the season for the right-hander, and he should remain a part of Chicago's starting rotation for the foreseeable future with Lance Lynn (knee) and Lucas Giolito (abdomen) on the injured list.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting four innings Velasquez is expected to handle four innings Tuesday against the Mariners, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Velasquez looked like a depth option when he signed in mid-March but is already needed in the fourth game of the year after injuries to Lance Lynn (knee) and Lucas Giolito (abdomen). He won't pitch long enough to earn the win Tuesday, which further decreases the fantasy appeal of a pitcher with a career 4.95 ERA and a 6.10 mark over the last two seasons.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Velasquez will start Tuesday's home opener against the Mariners, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.

Impact Velasquez joined the White Sox in mid-March and will begin the regular season as part of the starting rotation. He made 25 appearances (21 starts) between the Phillies and Padres last year and posted a 6.30 ERA and 1.48 WHIP in 94.1 innings.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox starters seeking more endurance, longer season

The Chicago White Sox have a strong starting rotation

MARCH 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In signing Joe Kelly and Vince Velasquez, White Sox strive to have more arms than they need "Having as many options available to us heading into the season is going to be beneficial," said general manager Rick Hahn.

MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Vince Velasquez joins mix of White Sox starters Depth will be needed, especially early in season after short spring training

MARCH 15, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

White Sox add pitching depth by signing Kelly, Velasquez

The Chicago White Sox have added pitching depth, signing reliever Joe Kelly to a $17 million, two-year contract and Vince Velasquez to a , $3 million, one-year deal

MARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

White Sox officially announce signing of pitchers Joe Kelly and Vince Velasquez The Sox add more bullpen depth with Kelly’s signing.

MARCH 14, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Joining White Sox Velasquez agreed to a contract with the White Sox on Sunday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

Impact The specific terms of the deal remain unclear, though James Fegan of The Athletic reports it's a major-league contract. Velasquez had the worst season of his big-league career between the Phillies and Padres in 2021, as he had a 6.30 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 101:49 K:BB over 94.1 innings. The veteran right-hander may have a tough time cracking the White Sox's starting rotation to open the season, and he's more likely to serve as a depth and bullpen option.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ninth loss Velasquez (3-9) took the loss during Thursday's 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing four runs on six hits and a walk with seven strikeouts in 4.2 innings.

Impact All four runs Velasquez surrendered came on solo homers in two back-to-back sets, a pair in the first inning and another two in the fourth. The 29-year-old has always shown strikeout upside -- he had seven Thursday -- but has now permitted multiple runs in each of his four appearances with San Diego that total only 12.2 innings.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers slam 4 HRs in 8th for 11-9 comeback win over Padres

Corey Seager hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning, when the Los Angeles Dodgers went deep four times to rally past the San Diego Padres 11-9

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Throws just one inning Wednesday Velasquez (3-8) allowed three runs (two earned) on two hits and a walk while striking out two over an inning's work as he took the loss against the Giants and Wednesday.

Impact Velasquez loaded the bases after three of the first four batters he faced reached and then surrendered a bases-clearing double to Kris Bryant to give the Giants an early 3-0 advantage. He would retire the next two batters to conclude the frame, ending his day at 37 pitches. The Padres will likely have to continue using Velasquez in an opener role with so many of their rotation arms injured. The 29-year-old owns a 6.23 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 91:46 K:BB over 86.2 innings.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bryant, Posey lead Giants to 8-6 win over fading Friars

Kris Bryant hit a bases-clearing double, Buster Posey had four hits and scored three times, and reliever Camilo Doval got San Francisco out of a big jam as the Giants beat the free...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Velasquez expected to start as San Diego hosts San Francisco

The Giants will start Scott Kazmir on Wednesday and the Padres are expected to counter with Vince Velasquez

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

"Late Night Lamonte" lifts Giants over Padres 6-5

LaMonte Wade Jr. singled over leaping All-Star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. in the ninth inning to bring in the go-ahead run and the San Francisco Giants beat the staggering San Di...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes loss in Padres debut Velasquez (3-7) suffered the loss against St. Louis on Friday, allowing four runs on four hits and no walks while striking out four over four innings.

Impact The veteran hurler was called up to the big club earlier Friday after signing with San Diego on Wednesday. He gave up three runs -- including two on a Tyler O'Neill home run -- in his first inning of work and served up a solo shot to Dylan Carlson in the fourth. There was some rust to be expected as Velasquez's start was his first in the majors since July 30, but it was nonetheless a disappointing debut given San Diego's slipping grasp on a playoff spot. Velasquez figures to get another start with Blake Snell (groin) currently on the injured list, and he's lined up to face San Francisco at home next week.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to start Friday Velasquez was selected from Triple-A El Paso to start Friday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact San Diego signed Velasquez to a minor-league deal on Wednesday and it was later reported that he would be added to the major-league roster to start Friday. The right-hander will temporarily take Blake Snell's (groin) rotation spot, though it's unclear how many starts he'll ultimately make during the final weeks of the season. Velasquez posted a 5.95 ERA and 1.48 WHIP across 81.2 innings with the Phillies before being released earlier this week.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

LEADING OFF: Angels' Ohtani might not pitch again this year

Two-way star Shohei Ohtani has been scratched from his scheduled start for the Angels against Oakland because of a sore right arm that could sideline him as a pitcher for the rest...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LEADING OFF: Angels' Ohtani might not pitch again this year

Two-way star Shohei Ohtani has been scratched from his scheduled start for the Angels against Oakland because of a sore right arm that could sideline him as a pitcher for the rest...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tatis hits 39th HR, Padres beat Giants 7-4 to gain on Cards

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit his NL-leading 39th home run and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 7-4 to earn a series split

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tatis, Padres end 5-game skid, cut Giants' 9-game win streak

Fernando Tatis Jr. matched his career high with four hits, Jurickson Profar homered and the San Diego Padres snapped a five-game skid, holding off San Francisco 9-6 and ending the...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joining San Diego Velasquez (finger) signed a minor-league contract with the Padres on Wednesday and is expected to pitch during the three-game set against the Cardinals this weekend, which begins F...

Impact The 29-year-old was cut loose by the Phillies on Tuesday after being designated for assignment over the weekend, and the injury-plagued Padres will bring him aboard and quickly insert him into the starting rotation. The team hasn't announced which game Velasquez is slated to pitch. but he could slot into the rotation Friday after Blake Snell (groin), the previously scheduled starter, was placed on the injured list. Velasquez landed on the injured list with Philadelphia due to a right middle finger blister in early August, but he made six rehab appearances in the minors before parting ways with the organization and appears to currently be healthy.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Padres add Vince Velasquez for rotation help SAN FRANCISCO -- In dire need of rotation help amid a spate of recent injuries, the Padres signed right-hander Vince Velasquez to a Minor Le...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • MLB.COM

Dennis Lin: Vince Velasquez becomes the third veteran... - The Athletic Vince Velasquez becomes the third veteran pitcher in the last month to latch on with the Padres after being released. It looks like Velasque...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM