Chris Paddack

Chris Paddack had a rocky outing, allowing four earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four over 5.2 innings in Thursday's narrow 7-6 victory over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the Twins clinching the win, Paddack allowed two home runs, contributing to a season ERA that now sits at an unsettling 4.57. His WHIP also remains high at 1.38, reflecting ongoing struggles with allowing base runners. While his strikeout rate remains decent at 8.0 K/9, fantasy managers should be cautious. Paddack's inconsistency, highlighted by a 4.33 FIP, suggests potential volatility in his future starts, making him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues.

Chris Paddack delivered a solid performance in the Twins' 5-3 win over the Rangers on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

He pitched five innings, allowing two earned runs on four hits with no walks and three strikeouts. Paddack's outing was a decent display of control, particularly with no walks issued, which aligns with his strong season-long strikeout-to-walk ratio. However, his season ERA of 4.39 and WHIP of 1.39, coupled with a BABIP of .337, suggest that he's been somewhat vulnerable to hits and runs. While this start doesn't move the needle dramatically, it does reinforce his role as a mid-rotation starter who can provide innings and moderate strikeout numbers without severely damaging ratios. Fantasy managers should continue to view Paddack as a viable starting option, particularly in deeper leagues or as a streaming choice depending on the matchup.

Chris Paddack allowed two runs on three hits over eight innings on Sunday against the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

Paddack added six strikeouts to zero walks. He'll look to keep the momentum going in his next start against the Rangers.

Chris Paddack delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on eight hits and one walk while striking out 10 over 5.1 innings in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact

This outing marked a significant rebound for Paddack, whose season has been marred by a high ERA of 4.34 and WHIP of 1.50. His 10 strikeouts are a season-high and a reminder of his potential to dominate on the mound. Despite the high BABIP of .365 suggesting some bad luck, his solid strikeout-to-walk ratio of 4.63 indicates good control. Fantasy managers should note this performance as a potential turning point, but also remain cautious given his overall season inconsistencies.

Chris Paddack delivered a standout performance in the Twins' 5-2 win over the Red Sox on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed no earned runs on just two hits and one walk while striking out six over six innings. This outing was a breath of fresh air for Paddack, whose season had been marred by a bloated 4.78 ERA and 1.47 WHIP. His performance on Friday significantly contributes to improving those numbers and offers a glimmer of hope for fantasy managers who might have been considering benching him due to his earlier struggles. The improvement in his strikeout-to-walk ratio, now standing at 3.86, and a solid outing could hint at a return to form, making him a player to watch or retain in fantasy lineups, especially if he can maintain this level of control and effectiveness.