Zack Thompson - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Back from IL Thompson (undisclosed) was reinstated from Triple-A Memphis' 7-day injured list Friday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact The left-hander has been sidelined nearly a month by an unspecified injury, but he's now healthy and ready to rejoin the Redbirds. Thompson has a 9.53 ERA and 20:8 K:BB over 17 innings for the Cardinals this season and has a 4.17 ERA, 1.51 WHIP and 54:35 K:BB in 11 outings at Triple-A.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday at Triple-A Thompson is scheduled to start for Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democratreports.

Impact Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol named the left-hander as a candidate to start Saturday against the Cubs, but it appears he'll remain in the minor-league rotation. Thompson could still be an option for St. Louis if Wednesday's outing is a brief one, but the organization seems more likely to go in another direction at this point.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Taking Gray's rotation spot Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol announced Friday that Thompson will be a member of the club's season-opening rotation, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Veteran Sonny Gray (hamstring) will begin the season on the injured list, opening the door for Thompson to earn a rotation spot. Thompson pitched well during spring training with a 2.81 ERA across 16 innings, and he'll likely only have a few starts to stake his claim to the rotation spot since Gray isn't expected to have a lengthy absence.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Logs no-decision Wednesday Thompson pitched 5.1 innings against Milwaukee on Wednesday, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits and one walk while striking out five batters over 5.1 innings.

Impact Thompson carried a 2-0 lead into the bottom of the sixth frame but couldn't make the advantage stand up. He gave up consecutive doubles to begin the inning, resulting in the Brewers' first run, then saw the game-tying run cross the plate on a one-out fielder's choice. That tally was unearned due to a previous throwing error behind him, but it was nonetheless enough to move Thompson out of position for a win. This was presumably Thompson's final appearance of the campaign, and he finishes with a 4.34 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 72:25 K:BB over 66.1 frames, with nine of his 25 appearances coming as a starter.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thompson hopes to get on fast track by maintaining velocity MILWAUKEE -- When left-hander Zack Thompson can close the gap on being the pitcher who touched 96.6 mph with his four-seam fastball early on...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • MLB.COM

Start pushed to Wednesday Thompson will start Wednesday's game at Milwaukee, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact Thompson had been lined up to work Tuesday's series opener versus the Brewers, but Miles Mikolas will now get that nod so that he can also potentially handle Sunday's season finale against the Reds back at Busch Stadium. Thompson, 25, has registered an overall 4.57 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 67:24 K:BB in 61 innings (eight starts, 16 relief appearances) this year with St. Louis.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields four runs again Thompson (5-7) allowed four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out four over five innings to take the loss Wednesday versus the Brewers.

Impact Thompson yielded a three-run home run to Josh Donaldson in the first inning and a solo shot to Tyrone Taylor in the fourth. This was the first time Thompson's allowed multiple homers in an outing this year, though he's now given up a season-high four runs in consecutive starts. The southpaw is at a 4.57 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 67:24 K:BB through 61 innings over 24 appearances (eight starts) overall. He's projected to make his next start on the road in a rematch with the Brewers.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coughs up four runs Thompson (5-6) allowed four runs on five hits and two walks over five innings Friday, striking out four and taking a loss against the Phillies.

Impact Thompson got off to a rocky start by giving up four runs in the first inning. He didn't face much of a threat after that and was able to settle in for four shutout frames to end his night. Thompson had allowed three or fewer runs while tossing at least four frames in seven straight appearances before Friday's outing. He'll carry a 4.34 ERA into his next start, which is currently lined up to be at home against the Brewers.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses five innings in victory Thompson (5-5) earned the win over Cincinnati on Saturday, allowing three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out six batters over five innings.

Impact Thompson looked like he could be in for a short start when the Reds tallied three runs on four hits in the second frame, but the southpaw recovered and didn't allow any additional damage the rest of the way. He needed 98 pitches to get through five innings, going just deep enough to earn his third win across his past four starts. Thompson has been decent during that stretch, posting a 4.29 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 20:8 K:BB over 21 frames. He's tentatively slated to face the Phillies at home in his next start.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zack Thompson keeps rolling while Cardinals continue to evaluate for 2024 Thompson struggled at Triple A, but the Cardinals identified something beyond the numbers and he's rewarded their faith.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tosses quality start, earns win Thompson (4-5) earned the win Sunday, allowing three runs on seven hits and zero walks over seven innings against Pittsburgh. He struck out six.

Impact It was the longest outing of Thompson's career as he closed out the seventh emphatically by allowing a pop up then striking out the final two batters for a 1-2-3 inning. The win was his second over the Pirates in 11 days and helped the Cardinals stave off a sweep. Thompson will carry a 3.86 ERA into his next start, likely to take place next weekend in Cincinnati.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walker and Thompson help the Cardinals knock off the Pirates 6-4 to avoid sweep

Jordan Walker homered and Zack Thompson tossed seven effective innings to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 6-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goes four innings in no-decision Thompson did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits and four walks over four innings against San Diego. He struck out three.

Impact Thompson's final line certainly could've been worse, as he was charged with just two earned runs despite allowing nine Padres to reach base over four innings. The 25-year-old southpaw hasn't allowed more than two earned runs through five starts since rejoining St. Louis' rotation, though he's yet to pitch more than five innings. Overall, he's 3-5 with a 3.92 ERA, 1.54 WHIP and 47:18 K:BB across 39 innings this season. Thompson's currently in line for a tough road matchup with Atlanta in his next start.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns third win Thompson (3-5) earned the win Wednesday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over five innings against the Pirates. He struck out five.

Impact Thompson beaned Connor Joe in the third inning with the bases loaded to send home the Pirates' first run of the game and later surrendered a solo shot to Ke'Bryan Hayes. Outside of that the lefty was efficient in only his second start of the season and actually struck out four of the first eight batters he faced before going on to log his third win. Thompson has now allowed two earned runs over five innings in each of his first two starts, posting a 10:2 K:BB over that run. The only downside is that he's also given up a home run in each of his last three appearances.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes fifth loss Thompson (2-5) allowed two runs on six hits and a walk over five innings Friday, striking out five and taking a loss against the Mets.

Impact Thompson was greeted by Brandon Nimmo's leadoff shot to begin the game but still turned in a decent outing. It was Thompson's longest appearance of the year and first start since officially moving into the Cardinals' rotation. Over his last three trips to the mound, he's given up just four runs while posting an 18:2 K:BB through 13 innings. His next start is currently lined up to be in Pittsburgh next week.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moving into rotation Thompson will join the Cardinals' rotation after Steven Matz landed on the 15-day injured list Monday with a left lat strain, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Matz could be in danger of missing the remainder of the 2023 season, so this will be a big opportunity for Thompson as the out-of-contention Cardinals look ahead to 2024 and beyond. The 25-year-old southpaw struck out eight batters over four innings of one-run ball in a spot start Aug. 6 against the Rockies and carries an overall 3.96 ERA with 34 strikeouts in 25 innings (17 appearances) this season for St. Louis.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in spot start Thompson (2-4) allowed a run on two hits and a walk while striking out eight over four innings, taking the loss Sunday versus the Rockies.

Impact Thompson drew the assignment for a spot start necessitated by Miles Mikolas' suspension for throwing at Ian Happ. This was Thompson's first major-league start of the year, and he covered the most innings of any St. Louis pitcher in the contest, though it resulted in a tough-luck loss after he gave up a run on a sacrifice fly. The southpaw is still viewed as a starter in the long run, but he's been a multi-inning reliever in the majors this season. He's at a 4.29 ERA, 1.57 WHIP and 29:12 K:BB through 21 innings. With Mikolas set to return to the rotation Tuesday, Thompson will likely be down for a few days before returning to a bullpen role.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to open Sunday Thompson will work as an opener in Sunday's game against the Rockies, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact Thompson was effective in his last two appearances, and he will get a chance to open Sunday for the first time. He has not tossed more than 33 pitches in a big-league game this season, so he will likely be capped around there Sunday.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Memphis St. Louis recalled Thompson from Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Thompson was just sent down last week, so he must be replacing an injured player. The 25-year-old left-hander carries a disappointing 5.06 ERA, 1.81 WHIP and 21:11 K:BB in 16 innings of relief this season at the major-league level.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A Thompson was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Monday.

Impact Thompson will return to Memphis after being called up July 5, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three batters over 4.1 innings in three appearances with the Cardinals while in the big leagues. The transaction opened a roster spot for Adam Wainwright (shoulder) on the major-league roster after Wainwright was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Monday.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed third loss Thompson (2-3) allowed three runs on two hits and two walks while recording one strikeout in one-third of an inning to take the loss Saturday versus the Cubs.

Impact Thompson struggled and was pulled after allowing a two-run single to Cody Bellinger. Drew VerHagen then allowed an inherited runner to score the game's last run. Thompson has a win and a loss over his two appearances since rejoining the Cardinals' major-league roster. The southpaw has a shaky 5.79 ERA, 2.00 WHIP and 19:11 K:BB through 14 major-league innings as a low-leverage option.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects win Wednesday Thompson (2-2) allowed three hits over two scoreless innings to earn the win Wednesday over the Marlins. He did not strikeout or walk a batter.

Impact Thompson has been on the big-league roster since July 5, but he hadn't appeared in a game since his June 29 outing for Triple-A Memphis. Despite the long layoff, the southpaw delivered solid relief work in Wednesday's bullpen game. He's at a 3.95 ERA with a 1.76 WHIP and 18:9 K:BB over 13.2 major-league innings this season. Thompson and JoJo Romero are the two southpaws in the Cardinals' bullpen currently, but Thompson is likely to remain in an extremely low-leverage role.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in big leagues Thompson was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday.

Impact Thompson was sent to Memphis in early May to stretch back out to start and the results weren't pretty, with the lefty posting a 9.09 ERA and 38:39 K:BB over 32.2 innings. It's not clear at this point whether the Cardinals plan to give him some starts with the big club or put him back in the bullpen where he's had success.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Thompson was optioned Tuesday to Triple-A Memphis, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Guillermo Zuniga will fill the vacancy in the Cardinals' bullpen ahead of Tuesday night's series opener against the Angels. Thompson had been lit up for five earned runs on four hits and five walks over his last three appearances covering just 2.1 innings.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed second loss Thompson (1-2) allowed two runs on a hit and two walks with one strikeout over two-thirds of an inning, taking the loss Sunday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Thompson got out of a mess made by starter Jake Woodford in the fourth inning, only to create trouble on his own in the fifth. Thompson allowed the first three batters to reach in the fifth, and Drew VerHagen allowed two of them to score, which put the Dodgers ahead for good. This is the third outing in a row in which Thompson's allowed multiple runs, a discouraging turn of events after he limited the damage to one unearned run in his first eight appearances. The southpaw owns a 4.63 ERA, 1.80 WHIP and 18:9 K:BB with a hold in 11.2 innings over 11 appearances.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Walker and Thompson help the Cardinals knock off the Pirates 6-4 to avoid sweep