Keegan Thompson

Keegan Thompson has been placed on the 15-day IL due to a viral illness, retroactive to 5/12.

Fantasy Impact

The exact nature of the illness is unknown, but it will be worth watching if any other Cubs are impacted. Luke Little was recalled from Triple-A.

The Cubs have optioned Keegan Thompson to Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Thompson will be replaced in the bullpen by Ben Brown, who is moving from the rotation for the recently activated Justin Steele. He will likely be back at some point this season as depth bullpen option for the Cubs.

Keegan Thompson has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Thompson has had an up and down start to the season out of the Cubs' bullpen but will be sent down after allowing three runs without recording an out Wednesday. He will likely stay in the bullpen in the minors and hopefully be back up before too long.

Keegan Thompson is currently not seen as part of the Cubs' starting rotation. He will primarily pitch out of the bullpen.

Fantasy Impact

This may seem like negative news at first, but Thompson was fantastic as a reliever in 2022. In 36.2 innings in the bullpen, he allowed 6 earned runs and had a 42/14 K/BB ratio. He may see a spot start here and there and should still be able to pitch with longevity, but he will ultimately focus on being a reliever going forward.

Keegan Thompson pitched three innings, allowing one hit, two walks, and no runs Thursday. He struck out three Phillies and earned his first save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Thompson has worked in a bulk relief role since returning from the IL. The 27-year-old has a 3.69 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, .242 BAA, and a 8.25 K/9 ratio. With Thompson working in bulk relief, he should not be in fantasy lineups.