Luis Castillo

Luis Castillo navigated through a tightrope Saturday, yielding two earned runs on four hits and four walks while striking out two over six innings in the Mariners' 4-3 win over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the less-than-dominant strikeout numbers and higher walk total in this outing, Castillo managed to limit the damage and keep his team in the game, which ultimately led to a Mariners' victory. His season ERA slightly increased to 3.28, and his WHIP now stands at 1.14, reflecting a solid, if not spectacular, performance thus far. Fantasy managers should note that while his K/9 rate has dipped slightly in this game compared to his season average, his ability to grind out quality starts keeps him as a viable option in most fantasy formats.

Luis Castillo delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on seven hits while striking out eight over six innings in Sunday's 8-4 win over the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a solid display of Castillo's capabilities, particularly his ability to manage contact effectively, evidenced by zero walks issued. His season ERA improved to 3.48, and his WHIP stands impressively at 1.14, reinforcing his status as a top fantasy option. Castillo's high strikeout rate (10.6 K/9) and excellent strikeout-to-walk ratio (5.82) continue to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, especially in categories that reward strikeouts and WHIP. His consistent performance, despite a mixed win-loss record, suggests he remains a top-tier starter in most fantasy formats.

Luis Castillo endured a tough outing, surrendering three earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out seven over 6.2 innings in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the loss, Castillo's performance was not entirely disheartening as he managed to maintain a decent strikeout rate, which continues to be a silver lining in his season. His ERA slightly rose to 3.54 and his WHIP to 1.14, but these numbers still reflect a pitcher who can dominate on the mound. Fantasy managers should note that Castillo's high K/9 and solid FIP suggest that he remains a strong asset, especially in leagues that value strikeouts and advanced pitching metrics. However, his win-loss record now stands at 3-6, highlighting the potential volatility in relying on him for consistent win contributions.

Luis Castillo delivered a masterful performance, allowing no earned runs on just three hits and one walk while striking out seven over seven innings in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a shining example of Castillo's ability to control the game and minimize damage, a welcome sight given his somewhat elevated ERA entering the game. His season-long metrics, including a strong 10.6 K/9 and a solid 3.04 FIP, suggest that his underlying performance has been better than some of his results so far. Fantasy managers should feel confident in Castillo's ability to maintain high strikeout numbers and a competitive edge in future outings, making him a valuable asset.

Luis Castillo delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six over six innings in Thursday's 4-3 win against the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a solid display of control and efficiency from Castillo, who has been battling with a slightly elevated ERA and WHIP this season. His season ERA now improves to a more respectable 4.15, and his WHIP slightly tightens to 1.30. Despite the high BABIP of .359 suggesting some bad luck, his excellent 10.9 K/9 and 6.00 K/BB ratio continue to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues. Castillo's ability to maintain high strikeout numbers while controlling the walks provides a silver lining for fantasy managers, indicating potential for better outcomes as the season progresses.