Kenta Maeda

Kenta Maeda (illness) has been placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 8 according to the Detroit Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Maeda has struggled with consistency on the mound prior to being placed on the injured list by the club and will now leave fantasy managers looking to fill his spot in lineups in all formats in the short term.

Kenta Maeda struggled mightily, allowing seven earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out one over just two innings in Tuesday's 11-7 win over the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

This performance inflates his already concerning ERA to 6.75 and continues a trend of inconsistency that has plagued him throughout the season so far. His WHIP now sits uncomfortably at 1.40, with a strikeout rate that doesn't promise much upside for fantasy managers.

Kenta Maeda delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on four hits while striking out five over six innings in Wednesday's 4-1 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a significant improvement for Maeda, whose season had been marred by a high 5.96 ERA and a 1.37 WHIP coming into the game. The quality start should provide a boost to his confidence and may signal a turning point for fantasy managers who have been waiting for a return to form. Despite the solid performance, his season-long metrics, including a low 6.9 K/9 and a high 6.83 FIP, suggest that caution is still warranted. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his next few starts to see if this game was a fluke or the start of a positive trend.

Kenta Maeda delivered a strong performance, tossing five scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and striking out five against the Rays on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

This performance was a much-needed bright spot in what has been a challenging season for Maeda, who now holds a bloated 5.96 ERA and a 1.37 WHIP. His ability to avoid walks and keep runs off the board in this outing could be a sign of turning things around. Fantasy managers should monitor his next few starts closely to see if this game marks a real improvement or just a temporary reprieve.

Kenta Maeda had a rough outing, allowing five earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out two over just 2.2 innings in Thursday's 9-7 loss to the Texas Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

This performance further inflates his already bloated ERA to 7.64 and WHIP to 1.58 for the season. With a declining K/9 rate now at 6.1 and a high FIP at 8.41, Maeda's start to the 2024 season raises serious concerns about his viability as a fantasy option. His inability to work deep into games or suppress hits and walks significantly limits his appeal. Fantasy managers should consider other more stable options, as Maeda's current form does not inspire confidence for future outings.