Arizona Diamondbacks

Brandon Pfaadt endured a rough outing in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed three earned runs on five hits and two walks over six innings, striking out none. This performance marked a deviation from his usual strikeout capabilities, as evidenced by his season K/9 of 8.0. The lack of strikeouts in this game could be a concerning sign, particularly when combined with his escalating ERA, now at 4.60. Pfaadt's WHIP remains decent at 1.19, suggesting some control, but his inability to miss bats in this outing could hint at potential struggles ahead if not quickly rectified. Fantasy managers should monitor his next few starts closely for signs of improvement or further regression.

Ketel Marte went 1-for-5 with a home run and an RBI as the Diamondbacks fell to the Orioles 4-2.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's loss, Marte's solo home run contributed to his solid season stats, maintaining a .295 batting average with eight homers. His consistent power this season, highlighted by a .371 wOBA, makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in leagues that reward extra-base hits. While his strikeout rate remains a concern, his ability to contribute across multiple categories can offset those strikeouts for fantasy managers.

Joc Pederson went 3-for-5, contributing a home run, two runs scored, one RBI, and a stolen base in the Diamondbacks' 5-4 win over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores Pederson's solid start to the season, elevating his batting average to .302 and demonstrating his ability to contribute across multiple categories. His power-speed combo, highlighted by his fourth homer and first steal of the year, adds a valuable dimension to fantasy rosters. While the strikeouts remain a concern, his improved wOBA of .406 suggests that he's making impactful hits when he does connect. Fantasy managers should consider Pederson a viable option, especially in formats that reward power and on-base capabilities.

Paul Sewald delivered a flawless performance in Thursday's tight 5-4 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: He threw 11 pitches over a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks while striking out two to notch his first save of the season. Sewald missed the first six weeks of the season with an oblique injury. His impressive strikeout rate and minimal WHIP of suggests he has the ability to dominate when on his game. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Sewald; if he continues to harness his control and strikeout capabilities, he could become a reliable option for saves as the season progresses.

Slade Cecconi delivered one earned run on three hits, three walks and two strikeouts in 5.1 innings pitched in Thursday's narrow 5-4 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed one earned run on three hits and three walks while striking out two over 5.1 innings. Cecconi's performance was a step in the right direction, especially considering his manageable ERA of 4.15 and stellar WHIP of 0.88 this season. Despite a lower-than-average strikeout rate (7.1 K/9), his ability to limit hits, as evidenced by a .164 BABIP, continues to make him a viable option in deeper fantasy leagues. However, his moderate FIP of 5.10 suggests some underlying concerns that could affect his reliability as a consistent starter. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his command and ability to maintain low-scoring outings.

Blaze Alexander is in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Alexander continues to platoon at shortstop with Kevin Newman. He is hitting .286 with three home runs so far this season.

Kevin Newman is not in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Newman is now hitting .188 on the season after going 0-for-4 at the plate on Wednesday. He continues to platoon at shortstop with Blaze Alexander.

Jake McCarthy is in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: McCarthy is hitting .307 so far this season with nine RBI. He continues to be utilized in a platoon role in the outfield for Arizona.

Pavin Smith is not in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Smith went for 1-for-3 with an RBI and run scored on Wednesday. He continues to be rolled out in a platoon role in the outfield.

Tucker Barnhart is in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Barnhart gets the start behind the plate with Gabriel Moreno getting the day off. He has just eight hits across 35 at-bats so far this season.

Gabriel Moreno is not in the Diamondbacks lineup on Thursday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Moreno collected two hits and drove in one run on Wednesday. He is hitting .253 so far on the season.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Eduardo Rodriguez underwent an MRI that showed healing, and he appears close to beginning a throwing program. (Source: Nick Piecoro on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Rodriguez remains on track for a return at some point in June. He appears to be headed in the right direction as of now following his latest MRI.

Christian Walker went 1-for-3 with an RBI as the Diamondbacks edged out the Reds 4-3.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included a single, a walk, and a strikeout. While not a standout game, Walker's RBI was crucial in the tight win. His season batting average remains solid at .273, and his ability to drive in runs (25 RBI in 37 games) continues to make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in formats that value RBI and on-base percentage. His consistent plate appearances and moderate power numbers (7 HRs) suggest he should remain a steady, if not spectacular, contributor to fantasy rosters.

Joe Mantiply notched a save in the Diamondbacks' 4-3 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: He threw 11 pitches, striking out one without allowing any hits or walks in his brief appearance. This performance marks Mantiply's second save of the season, bringing a slight uptick to his save tally which could hint at more late-game opportunities. His solid 3.52 ERA and 1.17 WHIP are respectable, but his moderate strikeout rate of 7.6 K/9 doesn't make him a standout for those chasing strikeouts. However, his excellent 2.34 FIP suggests he's pitching better than some traditional stats might indicate. Fantasy managers should view Mantiply as a potential low-end relief option, particularly in formats that reward holds and saves, though his limited strikeout capability somewhat caps his upside.

Jordan Montgomery earned the win in Wednesday's 4-3 victory over the Reds, allowing two earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out two over seven innings.

Fantasy Impact: This performance was a mixed bag for fantasy managers, as the win adds value, but the low strikeout total continues a concerning trend for the season. With a 4.70 ERA and a 3.9 K/9 rate through five starts, Montgomery's appeal in fantasy leagues remains limited primarily to deeper formats or as a streaming option in favorable matchups. His 1.30 WHIP and 4.87 FIP suggest potential for improvement, but the lack of strikeouts caps his upside significantly.

Eugenio Suarez contributed significantly in the Diamondbacks' 4-3 win over the Reds, going 2-for-3 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base.

Fantasy Impact: This performance could hint at a potential uptick in Suarez's somewhat lackluster season, where he's batting just .218. His power stroke, evidenced by his third homer of the season, along with a stolen base, adds a versatile edge to his fantasy value. Given his current .278 wOBA and .286 BABIP, there's room for improvement as these numbers are slightly below what one might expect from his historical performance. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Suarez, as increased confidence and a potential hot streak could make him a valuable asset in the coming weeks.

Zac Gallen delivered a masterful performance, allowing just one hit and zero earned runs while walking three and striking out six over six innings in Tuesday's 6-2 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a strong season for Gallen, who now boasts a 2.84 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP through eight starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (9.7 K/9) while keeping runs off the board is a boon for fantasy managers. The slight concern remains his walk rate, but performances like this solidify his status as a top-tier fantasy starter.

Corbin Carroll went 2-for-5 with a home run and five RBI in the Diamondbacks' 6-2 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Despite a sluggish start to the season with a .211 batting average, this game could be a turning point for Carroll. As shown in his impressive rookie season last year, the speedy outfielder can be a true difference maker.

Alek Thomas felt more discomfort in his hamstring and is headed back to Phoenix to be re-evaluated. (Source: Nick Piecoro on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Thomas will stop his rehab assignment until he is re-evaluated. He has been sidelined since the start of April with a left hamstring strain.

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is back in the Diamondbacks lineup on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Gurriel makes his return after he was absent from the lineup on Sunday. He is hitting No. 3 in the lineup and starting in left field.