Cole Irvin

Cole Irvin delivered a masterful performance on Friday, tossing 6 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing just two hits, with no walks and four strikeouts in a 3-0 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

This outing continues a strong season for Irvin, who now boasts a 2.86 ERA and a 1.07 WHIP through six starts. His control was on full display, maintaining a solid 3.14 strikeout-to-walk ratio while keeping his BABIP steady at .267. Despite a lower-than-average strikeout rate (5.7 K/9), Irvin's ability to limit base runners and prevent scoring plays well for fantasy managers looking for reliable starting options. His consistent performance should keep him relevant in mixed leagues, particularly for those valuing ERA and WHIP over strikeouts.

Cole Irvin delivered a masterful performance, tossing seven scoreless innings with only four hits allowed, no walks, and five strikeouts in the Orioles' 7-0 win over the Athletics on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a significant bright spot for Irvin, lowering his ERA to 3.49 and improving his season record to 2-1. His command was on full display, as evidenced by not issuing a single walk and maintaining efficient control throughout his 89 pitches. Given his solid performance and improved metrics like a 3.75 FIP and a 2.57 strikeout-to-walk ratio, Irvin is shaping up to be a reliable option in fantasy rotations, particularly in deeper leagues or as a streaming option against favorable matchups. His ability to limit walks and keep the ball in the park should keep his WHIP in a respectable range, making him a valuable asset in categories that reward precision and control.

Cole Irvin earned the win on Sunday against the Royals, allowing four hits across 6 2/3 scoreless innings.

Fantasy Impact

Irvin added two strikeouts and two walks in his first win on the season. He is slated to face Oakland next.

Cole Irvin turned in a mixed outing on Monday, allowing two earned runs on six hits while striking out four across 4.2 innings in a no-decision against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the Orioles' 7-4 victory, Irvin's performance was a slight improvement given his rocky start to the season. His ERA slightly improves to 6.75 and his WHIP remains elevated. Fantasy managers should remain cautious, considering his performance trends and underlying metrics.

Cole Irvin's latest outing against the Red Sox didn't do much to reassure fantasy managers about his place in their rotations, as he allowed five earned runs over five innings in a game the Orioles ultimately won 7-5.

Fantasy Impact

With a season ERA now ballooning to 8.10 and a WHIP that's nearing the 2.00 mark, Irvin's early-season struggles are becoming a significant concern. His 6.3 K/9 ratio and 1.40 strikeout-to-walk ratio are far from the numbers fantasy managers hoped for, indicating a lack of dominance and control that's essential for fantasy relevance.