Kevin Ginkel

Kevin Ginkel tossed a quick 1-2-3 inning on Sunday against the Mariners for the save.

Fantasy Impact

Ginkel needed just nine pitches to record three hits. He remains the closer for Arizona until Paul Sewald returns.

Kevin Ginkel earned the save on Sunday against the Giants, allowing one run on two hits.

Fantasy Impact

Ginkel earned his fourth save on the season. He remains the Diamondbacks closer with Paul Sewald on the IL.

Kevin Ginkel's latest outing against the Rockies was a mixed bag that somehow ended on a high note, securing a save in the Diamondbacks' 5-3 victory.

Fantasy Impact

Despite allowing a hit and issuing two walks over his inning of work, Ginkel managed to keep the Rockies scoreless, thanks in part to striking out two batters. This performance showcases Ginkel's ability to dance around danger. His season stats, including a 2.84 ERA and a stellar 12.8 K/9, suggest he has the stuff to be a valuable fantasy asset, especially in leagues that reward strikeouts heavily.

Diamondbacks manager Torrey Lovullo said that Kevin Ginkel played catch on Sunday without any issues.

Fantasy Impact

"We've got to get (Ginkel) asymptomatic, the throwing programs are the first step of that, but in none of the discussions we've entered have we spoken about him missing time," Luvollo said. Ginkel was said to have been dealing with elbow soreness last week, but it doesn't appear his status is in any danger for Opening Day.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Kevin Ginkel is dealing with elbow soreness that popped up last week.

Fantasy Impact

Lovullo said that nothing showed up in imaging and the D-Backs don’t expect it to be an issue. This will be a situation to monitor, but it shouldn't impact his status for Opening Day.