Kyle Hendricks
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Jun 28 2025Hendricks allowed one run on five hits and struck out five without walking a batter over five innings in a no-decision versus the Nationals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was sharp the first two times through the order, but CJ Abrams took him deep for a fifth-inning solo shot. Hendricks was pulled at 74 pitches (56 strikes), leaving with the game tied at 1-1. He had mixed results in June, allowing 13 runs (10 earned) with a 21:5 K:BB over 28 innings across his five starts during the month. That's still better than his season-long marks, which are now at a 4.66 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 60:23 K:BB through 87 innings over 16 starts. Hendricks' next start is lined up to be at Toronto.
Jun 22 2025Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Sunday against the Astros, allowing five runs (three earned) on eight hits and one walk over five-plus innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks didn't allow a run in the first four innings of Sunday's start, but he got into trouble in the fifth by yielding a pair of homers as part of a four-run frame for the Astros. In his last five outings, Hendricks has allowed 16 runs (13 earned) to go along with a 22:7 K:BB across 28.2 innings. He's slated to face the Nationals in his next start.
Jun 17 2025Hendricks (5-6) allowed four hits and a walk over six shutout innings Tuesday, striking out nine and earning a win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was dominant Tuesday and turned in his longest scoreless performance of the year. Only two Yankees reached scoring position against him, including Cody Bellinger on a first-inning double. Hendricks tossed 70 of 98 pitches for strikes and generated a season-high 13 whiffs. Prior to Tuesday, his season best in strikeouts was only six. The veteran righty now owns a 4.79 ERA with a 53:22 K:BB across 77 frames. Hendricks is lined up to face the Astros at home this weekend.
Jun 11 2025Hendricks (4-6) earned the win Wednesday over the A's, allowing three runs (two earned) on seven hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks did a good job limiting the damage Wednesday, despite allowing four extra-base hits, before the Angels' offense broke out for six runs in the bottom of the sixth inning, lining up the veteran right-hander for his second straight win. Hendricks sports a 5.20 ERA through 13 starts (71 innings) this season with a 1.32 WHIP and 44:21 K:BB. He's currently lined up to face the Yankees on the road in his next outing.
Jun 6 2025Hendricks (3-6) allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out two over six innings to earn the win over the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has allowed at least three runs in six straight outings. That held true Friday, but for the second time in that span, he came away with a win despite not being at his best in any regard. Hendricks has been able to work fairly deep into games most of the time, but he has posted unimpressive ratios with a 5.40 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 41:20 K:BB through 65 innings over 12 starts. His next start is projected to be at home versus the Athletics.
May 31 2025Hendricks did not factor into the decision Saturday against the Guardians, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out six across 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks kept the Guardians off the board through the first three innings, but he yielded at least one run over the next three frames, capped off by a Steven Kwan solo home run in the sixth. Hendricks has given up at least three earned runs in eight of his last nine starts, and his 5.34 ERA across 59 innings is fourth most in the majors among qualified starters. He's slated to make his next start against the Mariners at home next weekend.
May 25 2025Hendricks (2-6) took the loss Sunday against Miami. He conceded three runs on seven hits and no walks over six innings with five strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After yielding a home run across each of his previous seven starts, Hendricks kept the ball in the yard during this 87-pitch outing but did allow four doubles. Despite allowing three or more runs for the fourth consecutive appearance, the 35-year-old managed to notch his fourth quality start of the season. Hendricks now sports a 5.23 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 33:16 K:BB across 53.1 innings. He is scheduled to make his next start on the road at Cleveland next weekend.
May 20 2025Hendricks (2-5) allowed four runs on nine hits and struck out three without walking a batter over 5.2 innings to earn the win over the Athletics on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks ran into trouble in the fourth inning, yielding a solo home run to Shea Langeliers and a two-run blast to Nick Kurtz to break a 1-1 tie. The Angels covered for Hendricks with a four-run fifth, and that allowed him to pick up his second win of the season. After a bumpy April, Hendricks has settled into a more consistent rhythm in May, albeit not at a particularly impressive level with 11 runs allowed over 24.1 innings. He's posted a 5.32 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 28:16 K:BB across 47.1 innings through nine starts this season. He's also allowed nine homers this season, though Tuesday marked the first time he's given up more than one in a start. Hendricks is tentatively projected for a favorable home start versus the Marlins this weekend.
May 14 2025Hendricks (1-5) took the loss Wednesday against the Padres after allowing three runs on five hits and one walk in six innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite getting only four swings and misses, Hendricks was still able to register his third quality start of the year. The veteran right-hander settled in nicely after serving up a three-run jack to Xander Bogaerts in the first inning, but Hendricks has now surrendered a long ball in all but one of his eight outings in 2025. Hendricks has a 3.38 ERA and 12:4 K:BB through three starts (18.2 innings) in May, but he'll be tough to trust in his next time out against an Athletics team that ranks third in MLB in batting average (.263) through 42 games.
May 9 2025Hendricks (1-4) took the loss Friday against the Orioles after allowing three runs on six hits and three walks in five innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks set a season high with five punchouts, but he served up a home run for the sixth time in seven starts this year. The veteran right-hander has done well at limiting hits, as evidenced by his .231 opponent batting average in 2025, but he still owns an uninspiring 5.30 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 21:15 K:BB through 35.2 innings. The soft-throwing Hendricks could have a particularly hard time putting hitters away in his next scheduled start against the Padres, who have the fewest strikeouts (250) in the majors through their first 36 games.
May 3 2025Hendricks (1-3) earned the win Saturday against the Tigers after allowing one run on four hits and no walks across 7.2 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was working on a shutout until the eighth inning, when Spencer Torkelson launched a 401-foot solo homer to left field. Hendricks recorded one more out before giving up an infield single, which ended his evening at 102 pitches. He entered Saturday's contest with multiple walks in four straight starts, so it was encouraging to see him exhibit better command against division-leading Detroit. Despite the strong performance, Hendricks doesn't offer much fantasy upside with a 5.28 ERA and 16:12 K:BB through six starts in 2025.
Apr 19 2025Hendricks (0-2) was charged with the loss Saturday versus the Giants after allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks needed just 63 pitches to record 15 outs, but he wasn't given the chance to work deep into Saturday's contest. It's the second consecutive loss for the veteran right-hander, and his numbers (4.50 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 11:7 K:BB across 20 innings) through four starts aren't surprising at this point in his career. He tentatively lines up to face the Twins on the road next weekend.
Apr 13 2025Hendricks (0-1) yielded five runs on four hits and three walks over four innings Sunday, striking out one and taking a loss against Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All the damage against Hendricks came during a disastrous second inning, capped off by Isaac Paredes' three-run shot. Hendricks tossed 48 of 79 pitches for strikes and forced only two whiffs. He had allowed only two runs through 11 innings before Sunday's rough outing. His ERA jumped to 4.20 with a lackluster 9:5 K:BB through 15 frames. Hendricks is currently in line for a home start against the Giants next month.
Apr 8 2025Hendricks allowed two hits and two walks over five scoreless innings in a no-decision Tuesday. He struck out four during the win against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was in line for a win before the Rays made a late comeback. He kept the Rays' bats quiet and allowed only one runner to reach scoring position. Hendricks threw 51 of 83 pitches for strikes and forced nine whiffs, all of which came via his changeup. The veteran righty lowered his ERA to 1.64 with an 8:2 K:BB through 11 frames. Hendricks is currently lined up to start in Houston this weekend.
Apr 1 2025Hendricks didn't factor into the decision after allowing two runs on seven hits and no walks in six innings Tuesday against the Cardinals. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was sharp in his season debut and effectively shut down St. Louis' lineup besides Jordan Walker, who singled to plate a run in the second inning and went deep in the fourth frame to drive in another. Hendricks' momentum from spring training appears to have carried into the regular season thus far, as he turned in a 2.41 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with 16 punchouts over 18.2 frames in the Cactus League.
Mar 22 2025Hendricks completed five innings against Texas in a Cactus League game Friday, allowing one run on six hits and no walks while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks yielded just one extra-base hit (a double) and didn't issue any free passes. The veteran righty finished spring play with a 2.41 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 16:3 K:BB over 18.2 innings. Hendricks has posted an ERA of 4.77 or higher and a K/9 of 6.5 or lower in three of his past four regular seasons, so fantasy managers have reason to be wary of rostering him. That said, he consistently posted reliable ratios early in his career, and Hendricks could benefit from a chance of scenery to Los Angeles after spending his first 11 major-league campaigns with the Cubs.
Mar 16 2025Hendricks allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out two batters over five innings Sunday in a Cactus League start against San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was touched up for two runs in the third frame but otherwise kept the Padres off the scoreboard. The veteran lefty has pitched well in his first spring training with the Angels, posting a 2.63 ERA and 11:3 K:BB over 13.2 innings across four starts. Kendricks is penciled in for a starting role at the back of the team's rotation after Los Angeles signed him to a one-year contract last November.
Feb 24 2025Hendricks pitched two perfect innings during which he racked up three strikeouts in a Cactus League game Monday versus San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks looked great in his spring debut, even managing to record more punchouts than innings pitched -- something he did just four times in 29 regular-season appearances last year. Nobody is expecting the veteran right-hander to suddenly evolve into a strikeout machine, but the Angels will likely be happy if he can just eat up innings and serve as a stabilizing presence on a pitching staff that had a collective 4.51 ERA (fifth-worst in baseball) last season. Hendricks struggled himself last year, however, posting a career-worst 5.92 ERA and 1.45 WHIP across 130.2 frames with the Cubs.
Nov 6 2024Hendricks agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Angels on Wednesday, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com first reported that a deal was close and Sherman has provided the financial details. Hendricks -- who turns 35 next month -- didn't have an ideal walk year with a 5.92 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 87:43 K:BB over 130.2 innings with the Cubs. The Angels will pay a modest sum in hopes that the right-hander can bounce back in 2025.
Sep 28 2024Hendricks did not factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Reds, allowing two hits and two walks while striking out two over 7.1 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks needed just 81 pitches to work into the eighth inning, finishing with arguably his best start of the season. Over his final five outings, the veteran logged two quality starts while yielding two earned runs or fewer four times. He'll conclude a disappointing campaign with a 5.92 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 87:43 K:BB across 130.2 innings and will hit free agency this offseason.
Sep 21 2024Hendricks (4-12) allowed four runs on nine hits and a walk while striking out two over 5.1 innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All nine hits allowed by Hendricks on Saturday were singles as he went on to pick up his 12th loss, tying him for the second most in the National League this season. Hendricks' ERA currently sits at 6.28, and it has not dipped below the 6.00 mark all season. Despite the rough season, the 34-year-old has still managed to throw 121.1 innings in 23 starts.
Sep 15 2024Hendricks (4-11) allowed one run on two hits across six innings to earn the win Sunday against the Rockies. He walked three and struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks hasn't been very good lately, as he came into this start with a 6.10 ERA and 1.89 WHIP across his last five outings, but he turned back the clock Sunday with a vintage performance. The veteran righty came within one strikeout of his season high, and the two hits allowed tied for his fewest allowed in a start this year. The surprisingly effective appearance might be the last start of the season for Hendricks, however, as Justin Steele (elbow) appears ready to rejoin the rotation in the next few days. When that happens, Hendricks could be pushed back into a long-relief role.
Sep 10 2024Hendricks allowed two runs on four hits and four walks while striking out two batters over 4.1 innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks got through four scoreless frames but allowed four straight batters to reach base with one out in the fifth. That earned him the hook, marking the third time in his past four outings that he's been unable to complete five innings. Hendricks has posted a 7.47 ERA and 2.17 WHIP over 15.2 frames during that stretch while walking more batters (10) than he's struck out (nine). He may move back to the bullpen when Justin Steele (elbow) is able to return from the injured list.
Sep 3 2024Hendricks (3-11) allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out five over five innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks rebounded from his poor outing in Pittsburgh last Wednesday, but he didn't get any run support this time around. This was just the second time in eight outings since the All-Star break where Hendricks was able to avoid giving up a home run. He's now at a 6.60 ERA, 1.51 WHIP and 74:33 K:BB through 107.2 innings over 25 appearances (20 starts) this season. With Justin Steele (elbow) out, Hendricks is likely to stay in the rotation for another turn, though that lines up to be a brutal road matchup versus the Dodgers.
Sep 2 2024Hendricks will start Tuesday's game against the Pirates, Kyle Williams of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks looked to be destined to head to the bullpen due to the return of Jordan Wicks. However, Justin Steele was scratched due to elbow soreness, pushing Hendricks into spot start duty Tuesday. He served up six earned runs across only 1.2 innings in a start Wednesday against Pittsburgh, though he had been more effective in immediately preceding outings.
Aug 28 2024Hendricks escaped with a no-decision in Wednesday's win against the Pirates, allowing six earned runs on eight hits and three walks in 1.2 innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks never found his footing in this one, surrendering a solo home run to Bryan Reynolds in the opening frame before completely unraveling in the second, yielding an additional five earned runs on three extra-base hits before mercifully being pulled with two runners on and two out in the inning. Fortunately for Hendricks, those two runners were stranded and the Cubs rallied to a 14-10 victory, keeping Hendricks record at 3-10. The 34-year-old veteran has been a shell of his former self this season, registering an ugly 6.75 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 6.0 K/9 (fourth percentile) in 102.2 innings. Hendricks next start is slated to be a rematch with Pittsburgh early next week.
Aug 23 2024Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Friday against the Marlins, allowing three run on seven hits and two walks across 4.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks pitched well on Friday but couldn't make it out of the fifth inning to be in consideration for the win. The 34-year-old has looked better as of late, with a 4.54 ERA over his last eight starts. Hendricks has allowed three runs or fewer in seven of his last eight starts. He should continue to see opportunities, but strikeouts remain an issue as Friday was his first start of the year without a punchout.
Aug 16 2024Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Friday against Toronto, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits over five innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks held the Blue Jays to one unearned run through his first four innings before Leo Jimenez tied the game 2-2 with a solo homer to lead off the fifth. While it's been a tough year overall for Hendricks, the veteran right-hander has looked better of late, holding opponents to three runs or fewer in five of his last six outings. Overall, Hendricks is 3-10 with a 6.35 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 67:27 K:BB across 96.1 innings this season. He's currently lined up to face the Tigers at home next week in his next start.
Aug 5 2024Hendricks (3-10) took the loss Monday against Minnesota, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over six innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite reaching double-digit losses for the third time in his 11-year career, the veteran right-hander posted his third quality start of the season in this 93-pitch outing. Hendricks handcuffed the Twins lineup and tallied five or more punchouts for the fourth time in 2024. Overall, the 34-year-old has pitched to a 6.60 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 65:27 K:BB across 91.1 innings. His next time on the mound is scheduled to be in Cleveland.
Jul 31 2024Hendricks (3-9) allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings to earn the win over the Reds on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Aside from a three-run home run by Jake Fraley in the fifth inning, Hendricks had a strong start. He didn't allow a baserunner the first time through the order and got through his five frames on 73 pitches (44 strikes). Hendricks ended July with a 5.25 ERA over 24 innings, winning two of his five starts and allowing a total of four homers. For the season, he has a 6.86 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 60:26 K:BB through 20 appearances (15 starts). He is projected to make his next start at home versus the Twins.
Jul 26 2024Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits over five innings Friday, striking out four and taking a loss against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks worked through four scoreless frames before things unraveled in the fifth inning. Kansas City racked up six runs that inning, capped off by Salvador Perez's three-run shot. Hendricks has gone 1-5 with a 6.07 ERA over his last six outings. That stretch has actually lowered his season ERA to 6.95 across 80.1 innings. He's currently in line to start in Cincinnati next week.
Jul 20 2024Hendricks (2-8) allowed three runs on three hits and three walks while striking out two over five innings to take the loss Saturday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks served up a solo shot to Alek Thomas and a two-run home run to Corbin Carroll in the fifth inning, and that was all for the scoring Saturday. This was just the second time Hendricks has given up a homer in six starts since he returned to the Cubs' rotation, but both instances have seen him yield two long balls. The right-hander is carrying a 6.69 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 52:24 K:BB through 75.1 innings over 18 appearances (13 starts) this year. He's projected for a road outing at Kansas City in his next appearance.
Jul 12 2024Hendricks (2-7) earned the win Friday against St. Louis, allowing five hits and one walk over seven scoreless innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-handed veteran was masterful in this 90-pitch outing, not allowing a runner to reach second base. Hendricks has schooled the Cardinals throughout his career, as he is now 14-4 with a 2.52 ERA and 1.04 WHIP across 179 innings against them. With the scoreless effort, he lowered his ERA from 7.53 to 6.78 over 70.1 innings this season. Hendricks currently lines up to face the Brewers at home in his first start post-All-Star break.
Jul 6 2024Hendricks was removed in the third inning of Saturday's game against the Angels due to lower back tightness, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks lasted just two innings Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out one. The 34-year-old right-hander was on the injured list earlier in the season due to lower-back strain, and it appears he aggravated the injury. Expect an update on the severity of the injury following Saturday's game.
Jun 30 2024Hendricks (1-6) took the loss Sunday against the Brewers, surrendering seven earned runs on seven hits and one walk in 3.2 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks kept the Brewers off the scoreboard over the first three innings before a disastrous fourth inning in which he gave up seven earned runs, including a grand slam to Brice Turang. The 34-year-old veteran was enjoying a renaissance in June, pitching to a 1.27 ERA, 0.80 WHIP, and 16:4 K:BB across 21.1 innings before Sunday's disaster. The right-hander will have to go back to the drawing board to improve his ugly 7.48 ERA. His next start is tentatively scheduled for next weekend against the Angels.
Jun 25 2024Hendricks (1-5) allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out four over seven innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has faced the Giants in each of his two starts since returning to the rotation. He's limited them to three runs over 12.2 innings with a 12:2 K:BB, but he's gone 1-1 in those outings. It's still a positive sign after his awful start to the campaign landed him a demotion to the bullpen, where he surrendered five runs over 14.1 innings across five appearances. He's now at a 6.87 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 43:17 K:BB over 57.2 innings through 14 appearances (nine starts) this year. Hendricks is tentatively projected to make his next start at home in a tough matchup against the Phillies.
Jun 19 2024Hendricks (1-4) allowed one run on two hits across 5.2 innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Giants. He walked one and struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first start since May 17, Hendricks looked sharp, particularly with the season-high eight strikeouts. Since that last start and his shift to the bullpen, the veteran has pitched much better than earlier in the season. Hendricks now has a 2.70 ERA over his last 20 innings pitched including Wednesday's start. He figures to stick in the rotation for now, and his next appearance is tentatively set for Tuesday against the Giants again, this time on the road.
Jun 17 2024Hendricks is listed as the Cubs' probable starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Giants at Wrigley Field, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As anticipated, Hendricks will return from a one-month stint in the bullpen to rejoin the rotation in the spot that had previously fallen to Jordan Wicks (oblique) and Ben Brown (neck), both of whom are now on the injured list. Hendricks won't be returning to a starting role with a bit of momentum; after giving up five earned runs over 5.2 innings between his first two relief outings, the veteran righty righted the ship and tossed 8.2 scoreless frames over his subsequent three appearances. Despite his solid form of late, Hendricks' numbers over a larger sample of seven starts earlier this season were worrisome (10.57 ERA, 1.99 WHIP, 9.3 K-BB% over 30.2 innings), so expectations should be tempered Wednesday. Barring a dramatic turnaround in his performance from earlier in the season, Hendricks will likely be headed to the bullpen once the Cubs get one of Wicks or Brown back from the IL.
Jun 15 2024Cubs manager Craig Counsell said after Friday's loss to the Cardinals that Hendricks is likely to take Jordan Wicks' (oblique) spot in the rotation, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks came on in relief for the injured Wicks in the second inning Friday and tossed 4.1 scoreless frames. The veteran right-hander has been disastrous on the whole this season with an 8.20 ERA, but he hasn't been scored upon over his last 8.2 innings out of the bullpen. Hendricks would tentatively be lined up to start Wednesday at home versus the Giants.
Jun 14 2024Hendricks tossed 4.1 scoreless innings of relief in Friday's 3-0 loss to the Cardinals. He allowed two hits and struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Chicago starter Jordan Hicks departed after just 1.2 innings due to an oblique injury, which pushed Hendricks into action. The veteran responded well and had perhaps his best outing of the season, giving the Cubs some much-needed length out of the bullpen. While Hendricks still has an ugly 8.20 ERA overall, he's been better lately with 8.2 scoreless innings over his last three appearances. However, Hendricks still has limited fantasy appeal in his current long-relief role.
Jun 2 2024Hendricks tossed three scoreless innings of relief in Sunday's 5-2 loss to the Reds. He allowed three hits and two walks, while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While it wasn't the cleanest outing, it was a step in the right direction for Hendricks. In his first two appearances since getting moved to the bullpen at the end of May, the veteran had allowed five earned runs across 5.2 innings. Hendricks still has an ugly 9.38 ERA overall, and his fantasy value has mostly vanished in this long-relief role, but he could push to rejoin the rotation at some point if he strings together some effective performances.
May 23 2024Hendricks allowed two runs on four hits across two innings of relief in Thursday's 3-0 loss to Atlanta. He walked one and struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing eight runs (seven earned) across 4.2 innings in his last start to push his ERA up to 10.57, Hendricks got bumped to the bullpen. The veteran made his first relief appearance of the season Thursday, and while he actually lowered his ERA to 10.47, it wasn't a particularly inspiring effort. Hendricks has never been a big strikeout pitcher, relying instead on sharp control to fuel his success, but he's fallen off in a big way so far this year. The righty has limited fantasy appeal in his current role.
May 21 2024Manager Craig Counsell said Tuesday that Hendricks will pitch out of the bullpen moving forward, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander enjoyed a resurgent 2023 with a 3.74 ERA in 24 outings, but this season has been a disaster with a 10.57 ERA across 30.2 innings. A return to the rotation could be in store if Hendricks is able to get on track out of the bullpen. He has just one non-playoff relief appearance during his 11-year MLB career.
May 17 2024Hendricks (0-4) took the loss Friday against the Pirates, allowing eight runs (seven earned) on 11 hits over 4.2 innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks started the day well, allowing just one hit through his first two scoreless innings. However, Jared Triolo would snap a scoreless tie with a two-run homer in the third before the Pirates tacked on three runs in both the fourth and fifth innings, sticking Hendrick's with his fourth loss. It's been a brutal start to the year for the veteran right-hander -- Hendricks has now allowed five or more runs in five of his first seven outings. His ERA is up to 10.57 with a 1.99 WHIP and 25:11 K:BB across 30.2 innings this year. Things won't get any easier for Hendricks in his next start -- he's' currently in line for a tough home matchup with Atlanta.
May 12 2024Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Sunday against Pittsburgh, allowing one run on two hits and four walks across five innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was placed on the IL on April 23 with a lower back strain, a move that followed an extremely uncharacteristic start to the season. Prior to the injury, Hendricks stumbled to a 12.00 ERA and a 2.10 WHIP with eight homers allowed across 21.0 innings. Considering Hendricks had allowed 28 combined home runs over 221.1 innings the past two seasons and owned a 3.54 career ERA before 2024, Sunday's start was much more in line with Hendricks' averages. While one solid start doesn't mean fantasy managers should expect the Hendricks of old moving forward, it's a positive sign amid a not-so-positive season for Hendricks. He's lined up for a rematch with the Pirates on Friday.
May 11 2024Hendricks (back) will rejoin the Cubs' rotation on Sunday in Pittsburgh, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had been slated to make one more rehab start, but Jameson Taillon (back) isn't quite ready to start Sunday so Hendricks will take the ball that day for the big club instead. The veteran hurler has been sidelined for the last three weeks with a lower-back strain but pitched well in two rehab outings, allowing three runs with a 13:3 K:BB in 9.1 frames. Hendricks held a woeful 12.00 ERA in five starts before getting injured, so fantasy mangers certainly need to see something positive before entrusting the righty.
May 8 2024Hendricks (back) will make another rehab start at Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks made his first rehab start at Triple-A (second overall) on Tuesday, allowing one earned run in 4.1 innings while striking out six batters and walking three. He'll remain in the minors for another start, though there is no telling whether or not he'll be pulled off his assignment after Sunday's outing. If his next start does end up being his final appearance in the minors, Hendricks would be lined up to start May 17 against the Pirates.
May 3 2024Craig Counsell said Friday that Hendricks (back) will start for Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday as he continues his rehab assignment, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed two runs while striking out seven over five innings with Double-A Tennessee on Thursday, with Counsell referring to the outing as "encouraging." However, given how badly Hendricks struggled with the big club before his back injury, the Cubs will give him another tune-up start at a higher level before considering a return to the major-league rotation.
May 1 2024Hendricks (back) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Tennessee on Thursday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks landed on the 15-day injured list last week with a lower-back strain but has already made enough progress in his recovery to resume game action. He could need just the one rehab start before returning from the IL, though given his 12.00 ERA and 2.10 WHIP over five outings, Hendricks' performance Thursday may hold significant weight in whether or not he's activated next week.
Apr 29 2024Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Monday that they are targeting a rehab start for Hendricks (back) "later this week," Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks posted a 12.00 ERA and 2.10 WHIP over five starts this season before landing on the 15-day IL on April 23 due to a lower-back strain. He had a bullpen session during the Cubs' weekend series against the Red Sox, and the right-hander could be on track to start his rehab assignment this week.
Apr 24 2024Hendricks (back) will throw a bullpen session this weekend in Boston, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs will map out a plan for Hendricks' rehab based on how he feels during and after the bullpen session. Hendricks was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a lower-back strain. Given his 12.00 ERA in five starts this season, the team might elect to give him ample time on a rehab assignment with the hope that he can get back on track upon returning from the IL.
Apr 23 2024The Cubs placed Hendricks on the 15-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to April 22, with a lower-back injury, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks is going to be out of the Cubs' rotation for at least the next couple weeks. With Justin Steele (hamstring) perhaps beating him back, it's possible Hendricks doesn't have a rotation spot waiting for him when he's ready. The veteran right-hander has posted a 12.00 ERA over five starts this season.
Apr 21 2024Hendricks (0-3) yielded four runs on six hits over four innings Sunday, striking out five and taking a loss against Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks gave up one run through three innings before Miami tagged on three runs in the fourth. The four runs allowed were his fewest of the year as he's yet to settle in this season. He now owns a 12.00 ERA through 21 innings. Hendricks through 44 of 56 pitches for strikes Sunday and has yet to go deeper than five innings in any start this season. He's currently lined up to take the mound in Boston next weekend.
Apr 17 2024Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing seven runs on five hits and three walks across 4.1 innings against Arizona. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks gave up four extra-base hits on the day, including a solo home run to Joc Pederson and a two-run homer to Lourdes Gurriel. The 34-year-old has given up five or more runs in each of his four starts this season and has surrendered seven home runs in 17.0 innings of work. He's lined up for a decent bounce-back opportunity against the Marlins on Sunday.
Apr 10 2024Hendricks (0-2) allowed seven runs on nine hits over five innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Padres. He had no walks and struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has now allowed at least five earned runs in all three of his starts, leaving him with an unsightly 12.08 ERA. Home runs have been a problem, as he's allowed five of them so far. The veteran has also never been known for missing a ton of bats, and that's been the case again this year, as he has just eight strikeouts across 12.2 innings. Hendricks made that approach work in the past, but at this point in his career, it's fair to wonder whether he's slipped a little from a skills standpoint. The righty will be a risky fantasy play in his next scheduled start, which is penciled in for Tuesday on the road against the Diamondbacks.
Apr 5 2024Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Friday against the Dodgers, allowing five runs on eight hits over four innings. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing a pair of runs in the first inning, Hendricks held the Dodgers off the board until the fifth when he allowed three more runs before recording an out. It's been a rough start to the campaign for the 34-year-old Hendricks -- he's allowed 10 earned runs on 17 hits through his first two starts (7.2 innings). The right-hander will look to get on track in his next outing, tentatively lined up for next week in San Diego.
Mar 30 2024Hendricks (0-1) took a loss against the Rangers on Saturday, yielding five runs on nine hits and two walks over 3.2 innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks managed to escape a jam in the first inning but served up two-run home runs in the second and third frames and was chased in the fourth after giving up another tally. The soft-tossing right-hander managed just two whiffs on 72 pitches. Hendricks figures to be startable in more favorable matchups, but this performance is a reminder that you should probably bench him against better offenses.
Mar 18 2024Hendricks appears to be lined up to start Chicago's second game of the regular season, behind Opening Day starter Justin Steele, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw Steele has emerged as the team's definitive ace, but the rotation gets a little more jumbled after that. Hendricks makes sense in the No. 2 spot, particularly as a veteran righty with Shota Imanaga, Jordan Wicks and possibly Drew Smyly joining Steele as left-handed starting options. Hendricks won't wow with strikeouts, though he's a steady pitcher who recorded a solid 3.74 ERA across 24 starts last season, giving him some fantasy appeal in the right matchups.
Mar 9 2024Hendricks, who allowed three runs over 3.1 innings in a Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks on Friday, now has a 7.56 ERA this spring. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has made three short appearances so far in camp and has allowed runs each time. It's a small sample size of only 8.1 total innings, so alarm bells don't need to go off yet. However, fantasy managers may want to see the veteran righty get going a bit before the regular season to feel better about his prospects early in the year. Hendricks at least looks healthier this spring compared to last, when he had his throwing routine bumped back due to his recovery from a capsular tear in 2022.
Feb 20 2024Hendricks, who threw a bullpen session Saturday, is ramping up earlier this spring compared to last year, when he was returning from a shoulder injury, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had his 2022 campaign cut short due to a capsular tear in his right shoulder, and the injury also impacted him in 2023, as the veteran didn't throw his first spring bullpen until Feb. 24. He then didn't make a regular-season start until May as the team built him up slowly. It looks like Hendricks is healthier to kick off this season, so he stands a decent chance of surpassing the 24 starts and 137 innings he compiled in 2023. If the righty can maintain or improve upon his 3.74 ERA and 1.20 WHIP from last season, he should be a solid fantasy option in 2024.
Nov 5 2023The Cubs exercised Hendricks' $16 million club option for 2024 on Sunday, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander posted a 4.78 ERA between the 2021 and 2022 campaigns, but he rebounded last season with a 3.74 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 93:27 K:BB in 137 innings. Hendricks will enter 2024 with a secure spot in the middle of Chicago's rotation, though his fantasy ceiling is capped by his low strikeout numbers.
Sep 29 2023Hendricks allowed three runs on five hits and three walks over 4.1 innings in Friday's loss to Milwaukee. He struck out two and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks turned in four shutout frames before stumbling in the fifth inning. He threw just 41 of 73 pitches for strikes and failed to complete at least five innings for the first time since Aug. 4. Hendricks registered a 4.39 ERA in five September starts and finished the 2023 season with a 3.74 ERA and a 93:27 K:BB through 137 frames.
Sep 21 2023Hendricks (6-8) allowed three runs (one earned) on seven hits across six innings to take the loss Thursday against the Pirates. He walked two and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks pitched well enough, but the Cubs didn't score until the seventh inning and the veteran righty ended up with the loss. This was his first time covering at least six innings this month, and he lowered his season ERA to a solid 3.66. Hendricks has been his typical pitch-to-contact self this year with only 91 strikeouts across 132.2 innings, though he's still managed to be effective. He's in line to start again Wednesday against Atlanta on the road, which figures to be a challenging matchup.
Sep 16 2023Hendricks allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out three over 5.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Diamondbacks on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has pitched into the sixth inning without completing it in three straight starts. He's allowed 10 runs (nine earned) over 16.1 innings in that span, though he's also recorded a 12:2 K:BB in September. The right-hander has continued to provide decent but not outstanding work this year, posting a 3.77 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 86:22 K:BB through 126.2 innings across 22 starts. He's lined up for a home start versus the Rockies in his next outing.
Sep 10 2023Hendricks (6-7) allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk over 5.2 innings Sunday, striking out four and earning a win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks tossed four shutout frames before Arizona finally broke through with a run in the fifth inning. He coughed up five runs (four earned) against the Giants in his last start but had a streak of five straight appearances with three or fewer runs allowed prior to that. Over his last seven starts, Hendricks has registered a 3.15 ERA, dropping his season mark to 3.71 through 121.1 frames. His next outing is currently projected to be a rematch in Arizona.
Aug 30 2023Hendricks did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing one unearned run on four hits and two walks over six innings in a 3-2 win over the Brewers. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks appeared poised for the win Wednesday, but a bases-loaded hit-by-pitch with two outs in the eighth inning tied the game 2-2, leaving the 33-year-old right-hander with a no-decision. Hendricks has allowed two runs or fewer in four of his last five starts, though he's only been able to pick up one win in that span. He's 5-7 on the season with a 3.59 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 74:20 K:BB across 19 starts (110.1 innings). Hendricks is currently lined up for a home matchup with the Giants in his next outing.
Aug 25 2023Hendricks (5-7) took the loss Friday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over 5.2 innings against the Pirates. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed a leadoff single by Ke'Bryan Hayes followed by a Bryan Reynolds double that eventually led to both Pirates runs but held the Bucs in check for the rest of his outing. The crafty vet now has a 3.13 ERA over his past four starts and holds a solid 3.80 ERA with a 1.14 WHIP and 68 strikeouts over 104.1 innings on the season. His next start is currently scheduled to take place in the friendly confines Wednesday against Milwaukee.
Aug 20 2023Hendricks (5-6) allowed one run on five hits across six innings to earn the win Sunday against the Royals. He walked one and struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a pretty typical stat line for Hendricks, as the veteran did a good job of controlling the Kansas City lineup even without a ton of strikeouts. The righty now has a solid 3.83 ERA this season, though he has only 64 strikeouts in 98.1 innings of work. Fantasy managers can still use Hendricks in the right spots, but they'll just need to look elsewhere for strikeouts. He lines up to take the mound again Friday against Pittsburgh, which looks like a promising matchup.
Aug 16 2023Hendricks did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings against the White Sox. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed six baserunners and three runs through the first two innings but settled in, retiring 14 of the final 17 batters he faced to notch his ninth quality start of the year. After the soft-tossing hurler was roughed up by Atlanta on August 4, Hendricks has produced more respectable results in his last two outings, allowing five earned runs with a 10:4 K:BB across 11 innings during that stretch. He is currently slated to face the Royals at Wrigley Field over the weekend.
Aug 9 2023Hendricks allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six batters over five innings in a no-decision against the Mets on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was staked to an early 2-0 lead, but the Mets tied the game on a Pete Alonso two-run homer in the fourth. That was the only time Hendricks allowed runs to cross the plate, but it was enough to send him to a no-decision. The veteran right-hander didn't pitch deep enough to grab a quality start, but he did bounce back well from a seven-run, four-inning loss against Atlanta his last time out. Hendricks also posted his highest strikeout game this season with his six punchouts Wednesday.
Aug 4 2023Hendricks (4-6) took the loss Friday, allowing seven runs on eight hits over four innings against Atlanta. He struck out three without issuing a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had been pitching well, posting a 3.26 ERA and 0.98 WHIP in his last three starts coming into Friday, but he ran into the buzzsaw that is the Atlanta lineup. The NL East leaders hit three home runs in the game -- two against Hendricks -- tying the 2019 Twins for the most home runs through 107 games in MLB history, per Sarah Langs of MLB.com. Hendricks has shown this season that he still has some of his old magic, but the right-hander will remain susceptible to the occasional blowup given his lack of whiffs.
Jul 30 2023Hendricks (4-5) allowed three runs on eight hits across seven innings to take the loss Sunday against the Cardinals. He walked one and struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks logged a quality start but got no run support in the 3-0 loss. That dropped the righty to below .500, though he's pitched pretty well with a 3.49 ERA. Hendricks has now allowed three earned runs or fewer in 11 of his 13 starts this season. The righty isn't missing a ton of bats, as he only has 48 strikeouts across 77.1 innings, though that's never been a big part of his game. Hendricks will look to keep pitching well in his next scheduled start, which is projected for Friday against a tough Atlanta squad.
Jul 25 2023Hendricks (4-4) earned the win Tuesday, allowing three runs on four hits and one walk over 6.1 innings against the White Sox. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was fantastic outside of the seventh inning, retiring 18 of the first 19 batters he faced before giving up two runs on three hits and a walk in the seventh and getting pulled from the contest. The outing was Hendricks' second consecutive quality start and his fifth quality start in his last seven appearances. During that stretch, Hendricks owns a 3.86 ERA and a 30:5 K:BB across 42 innings.
Jul 19 2023Hendricks allowed a run on five hits and struck out five without walking a batter in a no-decision versus the Nationals on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks turned in a quality start Wednesday after getting tagged for nine runs on 18 hits over 10.1 innings across his previous two outings. While his winless skid reached five starts, he's walked just one batter over than span. The right-hander has a 3.38 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 42:10 K:BB through 64 innings over 11 starts this season. Hendricks is tentatively lined up for a road start versus the White Sox next week.
Jul 14 2023Hendricks (3-4) allowed five runs on eight hits over 4.2 innings Friday, striking out five and taking a loss against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks gave up just four homers in 53.1 frames prior to Friday's start, during which he coughed up four more. After allowing three or fewer earned runs in his first eight outings, he's given up nine runs in his last two starts. His ERA now sits at 3.57 with a 37:10 K:BB through 58 innings. Hendricks' next start is projected to be at home next week against the Nationals.
Jul 4 2023Hendricks didn't factor in the decision Tuesday in Milwaukee after he allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and one walk across six innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks scattered one walk and four singles as he produced his third consecutive quality start, but he missed out on the victory since Chicago's bullpen blew a late lead. The 33-year-old struggled to a 4.78 ERA over the previous two seasons, but he has a 2.64 ERA and 0.94 WHIP through eight starts in 2023 after missing the early part of the campaign while rehabbing a strained shoulder. Hendricks tentatively lines up for one more start before the All-Star break Sunday against the Yankees.
Jun 29 2023Hendricks (3-3) allowed three runs on six hits and struck out four without walking a batter over seven innings, taking the loss Thursday versus the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks gave up a leadoff home run to Kyle Schwarber to start the game and a two-run single to Bryce Harper in the third. Aside from those missteps, it was a solid outing for Hendricks, who earned his fourth quality start in seven appearances. His three-game winning streak was snapped due to the lack of run support. Hendricks now has a 2.81 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 22:9 K:BB through 41.2 innings this season. He's projected for a road start in Milwaukee his next time out.
Jun 21 2023Hendricks (3-2) allowed three runs (one earned) on two hits across 6.1 innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Pirates. He had three walks and two strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks cruised to his third straight win, and the righty allowed two earned runs or fewer in all three starts. The veteran isn't missing a ton of bats, with only 18 strikeouts across 34.2 innings this season, but that's never really been his game. Hendricks will carry a strong 2.60 ERA into his next outing, which will likely come in the middle of next week against the Phillies after the Cubs get back from their weekend trip to London.
Jun 16 2023Hendricks (2-2) earned the win Friday, allowing two runs on five hits over five innings against Baltimore. He struck out one and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks finished at least five innings and gave up two or fewer runs for the third time over his past four starts. The veteran missed the first two months of the campaign but has looked sharp since making his season debut May 25, posting a 3.18 ERA and 1.06 WHIP across 28.1 innings. He's never been a major strikeout guy, but when he's at his best, the right-hander is throwing a lot of strikes and inducing weak contact. Hendricks has walked just one batter over his last three outings and takes a two-game winning streak into his next start, which is tentatively scheduled as part of a three-game set in Pittsburgh.
Jun 10 2023Hendricks (1-2) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out three over eight shutout innings to earn the win Saturday over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had a no-hitter going into the eighth before Mitch Haniger's two-out double broke up the bid for history. This was the best of Hendricks' four starts this season, and it earned him his first win. He's now at a 3.09 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 15:6 K:BB over 23.1 innings, and he got through Saturday's start with 94 pitches (61 strikes). He's lined up for a tough home start versus the Orioles next week.
Jun 5 2023Hendricks (0-2) took the loss against San Diego on Monday, allowing four runs on six hits and no walks while striking out four batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In Hendricks' third start of the campaign, he was able to go a season-high six innings, though he also yielded a season-high four earned runs. The veteran was efficient enough in throwing 54 of 84 pitches for a strike and issuing no free passes, but he also missed very few bats, notching just six swinging strikes. Hendricks has been so-so with a 4.70 ERA and 1.50 ERA through 15.1 innings thus far. His lack of strikeouts has long been a weight on his fantasy value, and that's not likely to change in his age-33 campaign.
May 30 2023Hendricks did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing one run on six hits and three walks over 5 innings against the Rays. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was tasked with taking on one of MLB's top offenses in just his second start of the season, but stepped up and held them to just one run across five innings. Though Hendricks was successful in limiting damage, he struggled with command once again, walking three batters after handing out two free passes in his last start. Hendricks was also limited to just 75 pitches Tuesday, a situation worth monitoring considering he got up to 86 pitches in his season opener. the veteran righty is in line for another start during a four-game road series against the Padres.
May 24 2023Hendricks (shoulder) will start Thursday's game against the Mets, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has been on the injured list all season due to a strained right shoulder he suffered in July 2022. He got roughed up quite a bit during his first two rehab starts, but he was able to regroup and surrender just three earned runs across 16 innings in his final three appearances. Hendricks' return will give Jameson Taillon a few extra days of rest, as Taillon's next start will now come on Saturday against the Reds.
May 23 2023Hendricks (shoulder) joined the Cubs on Tuesday at Wrigley Field and could soon be activated from the 15-day injured list, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs haven't confirmed Hendricks' next step, but his return to Chicago likely signals that he's completed his minor-league rehab assignment and will soon be cleared to make his season debut for the big club. Friday's series opener against the Reds appears to be a good bet for what would be his first MLB outing since he strained his shoulder last July. The veteran right-hander tossed 82 pitches over six innings of one-run ball Saturday in his fifth rehab appearance for Triple-A Iowa.
May 20 2023Hendriks (shoulder) allowed one run in six innings in a rehab start for Triple-A Iowa on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendriks threw 82 pitches in the contest as he continues to work on building back his stamina as he recovers from the shoulder strain that has sidelined him throughout the 2023 season. His next start could be as a member of the Cubs, but nothing has been determined for the veteran right-hander at this stage. If his next start is with the Cubs, it's likely Hendriks would pitch against the Reds next weekend.
May 16 2023Cubs manager David Ross said Tuesday that Hendricks (shoulder) will make at least one more minor-league rehab start, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has joined up with his Cubs teammates in Houston but only to throw a bullpen session. He'll then head back to Triple-A Iowa, where he turned in a solid 79-pitch outing Sunday. The veteran right-hander hasn't appeared in a major-league game since last July due to a capsule tear in his shoulder.
May 15 2023Hendricks (shoulder) covered five innings in his rehab start Sunday with Triple-A Iowa, allowing two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a rocky beginning to his four-start rehab assignment, Hendricks has looked sharp over his last two outings, working five frames in both contests and building up to 79 pitches in Sunday's start. At this point, Hendricks appears to be fully stretched out and ready to return from the 15-day injured list, with his 2023 debut for the Cubs potentially coming as soon as Friday in Philadelphia. Young right-hander Hayden Wesneski surrendered seven earned runs -- including four home runs -- in his most recent start against the Twins over the weekend and would seem most at risk of losing his spot in the rotation to Hendricks.
May 10 2023Hendricks (shoulder) will make another rehab start Sunday with Triple-A Iowa, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks headed back to Chicago last week to work through some mechanical issues after surrendering 10 earned runs over his first two rehab starts covering just 4.1 innings. Those tweaks seemed to have paid off, as he delivered five scoreless frames in his third rehab start Tuesday versus the Triple-A affiliate of the Tigers. Nearing the end of his recovery from a capsule tear in his right shoulder, Hendricks might be a consideration for the Cubs' rotation following his fourth outing on the farm.
May 4 2023Cubs manager David Ross said Thursday that Hendricks (shoulder) came out of his second rehab start feeling good, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed four earned runs on two hits and three walks over 2.2 innings Wednesday with Triple-A Iowa after getting lit up for six earned runs across just 1.2 frames in his rehab debut last week. Ross said the veteran right-hander will now join the team in Chicago but only to throw a bullpen session and work on some mechanical issues. It sounds like he'll make at least one more start on the farm before the Cubs consider him an option for their major-league rotation. Hendricks hasn't pitched in a big-league game since last July due to a capsule tear in his shoulder.
Apr 27 2023Hendricks (shoulder) surrendered six earned runs on six hits and one walk over 1.2 innings Thursday in his rehab debut with Triple-A Iowa. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The only positive takeaways are that Hendricks got up to 54 pitches and made it through the outing without suffering a setback. He has room to improve from a results standpoint heading into his second rehab start next week. Almost fully recovered from a capsule tear in his right shoulder, the 33-year-old is expected to join the Cubs around the middle of May.
Mar 30 2023Hendricks (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to March 27. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander spent spring training going through his rehab program for the right shoulder capsular tear he suffered in August, so his move to the injured list to begin the season isn't a surprise. Hendricks is close to facing live batters and could begin a rehab assignment within the next few weeks.
Mar 11 2023Hendricks (shoulder) completed a 30-pitch bullpen Friday at Sloan Park, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "It was just a regular pen, they just let me throw," Hendricks said. "Got my work in; finally got some pitches out of the stretch. Got that aspect going." The next step for Hendricks will be more bullpens, as it's been reported that the right-hander will not make a Cactus League start, meaning he'll assuredly open the season on the injured list due to his right shoulder troubles. How long that stay on the IL will be might be decided in part by how he looks during these bullpen sessions in Arizona.
Mar 6 2023Hendricks (shoulder) is not expected to make any appearances this Cactus League, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks is doing well, though, having completed the first of 10 bullpen sessions the Cubs have planned as the pitcher makes his way back from last year's shoulder issues. He'll progress to live batting practice and then extended spring training games before heading out on a rehab assignment. The team hasn't offered a specific timetable for Hendricks' return to the big-league rotation, but he seems likely to miss at least the first month or so and perhaps more.
Feb 24 2023Hendricks (shoulder) threw a light bullpen session Friday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It only lasted 10 pitches and wasn't at full effort, but Hendricks felt good during and after the mound workout. It was his first time stepping on the bump since he suffered a capsular tear in his right shoulder last summer. The veteran starter is not expected to be ready for the beginning of the 2023 regular season, but the hope is that his initial IL stint will be a relatively short one.
Feb 18 2023Hendricks (shoulder) will throw a light bullpen session Friday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks' timeline remains unclear, and his upcoming bullpen was described as "touch-and-feel," but it's nonetheless a positive to see him advancing in his throwing progression. He's a month behind schedule, though he's about five days ahead of reports from mid-January, which held that he was targeting March 1 for his return to mound work. It's likely Hendricks misses the start of the season, but a move to the 60-day injured list doesn't seem to be planned as of yet.
Feb 15 2023Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer told reporters Wednesday that Hendricks (shoulder) is likely to miss the start of the season, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the club is preparing for Hendricks to miss the start of the season, Hoyer notes that the team isn't ready to place the right-hander on the 60-day injured list at this point. Although the 33-year-old is obviously behind in his program, it is expected that he will be able to start throwing off the mound soon as he recovers from the capsular tear that sidelined him for the second half of the 2022 campaign. Hendricks wasn't particularly effective in his time with the Cubs last season while posting a 4.80 ERA in 84.1 innings, and there's more risk than reward in his fantasy potential at this stage in his career.
Jan 14 2023Hendricks' shoulder, which he strained last July, feels "amazing," but his availability for Opening Day remains up in the air, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks struggled to a 4.80 ERA in 16 starts before suffering the injury, which was eventually revealed to be a capsular tear. He's been working his way back without undergoing surgery, but he's nonetheless behind his usual preseason schedule. Still, it's a positive that he's feeling good, and it looks as though he has a shot at making any potential trip to the injured list a brief one.
Oct 10 2022Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Monday that Hendricks hasn't started a throwing program, but the right-hander is feeling good as he recovers from a capsular tear in his shoulder, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic, Hendricks has been in "constant communication" with the Cubs since being shut down in August after he was diagnosed with the injury. The 32-year-old is expected to train at the Cubs' complex in Arizona throughout the offseason and will continue to perform strengthening exercises until he's cleared to start throwing again. Even though the Cubs have a number of young starters who appear ready for extended looks at the big-league level in 2023, a healthy Hendricks will be penciled in for a rotation spot, even after a down season in which he posted a 4.80 ERA and 1.29 WHIP in 84.1 innings before the injury surfaced.
Aug 24 2022Hendricks (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks' move to the 60-day IL isn't surprising since the Cubs announced Monday that he won't return to the field this season. The right-hander isn't expected to need surgery and is on track to resume strengthening work in a few weeks, so it seems likely that he'll be ready to go in time for spring training in 2023.
Aug 22 2022Hendricks is recovering from a capsular tear in his right shoulder, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It had been thought that Hendricks was not dealing with any structural damage in his shoulder, but it turns out he did experience a tear that, according to the report, "stems from a chronic issue, rather than happening on one pitch." Hendricks is not expected to need surgery to recover, and he will report to the Cubs' spring training facility in the near future to get some work in. However, his focus is on the 2023 season at this point and he may not pitch again before the current campaign comes to a close.
Aug 15 2022Hendricks (shoulder) has been cleared to resume throwing, according to Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After undergoing several MRIs and resting for more than a month, Hendricks was finally given the green light to pick up a baseball. It's unclear how long it will take Hendricks to get back to 100 percent, but with the Cubs out of the playoff chase, expect them to proceed with caution.
Aug 9 2022Hendricks is still experiencing inflammation in his right shoulder and will rest for another week, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager David Ross said the MRI that Hendricks underwent Monday showed improvement, but the pitcher is not ready to resume baseball activities just yet. He will be reevaluated again at some point next week.
Aug 8 2022Hendricks underwent an MRI on his injured shoulder Monday, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has been shut down since landing on the injured list in early July, and he was sent for another check-up Monday. The results of the exam will determine whether or not Hendricks has any chance to return before the season comes to a close.
Jul 13 2022Hendricks (shoulder) will be shut down for at least 2-to-3 weeks before he's cleared to play catch, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has been on the injured list for a week due to a right shoulder strain, and he recently underwent an MRI that didn't reveal any structural damage. However, the right-hander will require more than the minimum of 15 days on the shelf since he won't be able to resume throwing until at least late July. A better timetable for Hendricks' return is unlikely to be revealed until he begins a throwing program.
Jul 7 2022Hendricks underwent an MRI on his right shoulder Thursday that revealed no structural damage, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This news eliminates the possibility of surgery to correct the shoulder issue, which likely would have sidelined Hendricks for the rest of the season. There's no timetable for his return, though the team expects to update Hendicks' status once it finishes the weekend series in Los Angeles.
Jul 6 2022Cubs manager David Ross said Hendricks will be placed on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a right shoulder strain, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks will miss his final two turns through the rotation before the All-Star break after sustaining the injury in Tuesday's win over the Brewers, but he'll be eligible to come off the IL when the Cubs open their second-half schedule July 22 in Philadelphia. It's not yet clear if the veteran right-hander will be ready to go by then, as his availability coming out of the All-Star break will hinge on how much progress he makes in his rehab and throwing program over the next two weeks. He previously avoided the IL last June but still went 13 days between starts after experiencing shoulder fatigue, so it's possible the Cubs take a more conservative approach with his recovery this time around. Hendricks joins five other starting pitchers on the IL, though both Marcus Stroman (shoulder) and Drew Smyly (oblique) appear close to being activated, and either of the two could be an option to replace Hendricks' next turn in the rotation Sunday in Los Angeles.
Jul 5 2022Hendricks was removed from Tuesday's start at Milwaukee due to right shoulder soreness, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander took some extra time between starts in early June due to shoulder fatigue, and it appears the issue resurfaced during Tuesday's outing. Hendricks lasted three innings before making his exit and gave up two runs on two hits with four strikeouts and two walks. According to Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago, Hendricks is scheduled to undergo an MRI, though the injury isn't believed to be serious.
Jun 30 2022Hendricks (4-6) earned the win over Cincinnati on Thursday, pitching six innings and allowing two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs built an early lead that ballooned to seven runs through three innings, so Hendricks faced little stress in earning his fourth victory. Still, the veteran was more deceptive than usual, notching 15 swinging strikes and a tying a season high with seven punchouts. Hendricks has had his share of poor performances this season, but he's registered consecutive quality starts during which he's allowed just two runs while striking out 13 across 13.2 innings.
Jun 24 2022Hendricks (3-6) allowed just five hits and a walk with six strikeouts over 7.1 scoreless innings to earn the win Friday over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was the third time this year Hendricks has completed at least seven innings without allowing a run. He was able to make Nico Hoerner's two-run home run in the second inning stand as all the Cubs needed in the victory. Hendricks still has a lackluster 4.90 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 55:21 K:BB through 75.1 innings in 14 starts. The 32-year-old hasn't been able to sustain success over more than a couple of outings at a time, but he's in line for a decent home matchup next week versus the Reds.
Jun 20 2022Hendricks (2-6) took the loss Sunday against Atlanta, allowing six runs on eight hits while striking out six and walking one over 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had a rough game Sunday despite striking out six batters and limiting the Braves to one walk. He was tagged for a three-run home run in the first inning, then a solo shot and two RBI doubles in the fifth before being pulled. The veteran righty gave up six earned runs for the third time this season and has allowed three or more earned runs in seven of 13 games this season. Hendricks will take a 5.43 ERA into his next appearance.
Jun 15 2022Hendricks gave up one earned run on four hits and no walks while striking out six over five innings in a 12-5 loss to the Padres on Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks found some success against the Padres on extra rest Tuesday, holding them to only one earned run and issuing no free passes. However, Hendricks threw a mere 78 pitches and has pitched six-plus innings on only two occasions this season. His 4.95 ERA is the highest of his nine-year career, and after a rough 2021 campaign, the once-reliable 32-year-old appears to be on a downward trajectory while battling shoulder fatigue. Look for him to start Sunday versus Atlanta.
Jun 11 2022Hendricks has been resting due to shoulder fatigue but is expected to start Tuesday against the Padres, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks will be pitching on 12 days' rest when he returns to action. It seems as though he wasn't dealing with any explicit injury beyond fatigue and that the Cubs merely wanted to give him some extra rest, but any time an arm issue pops up for a pitcher, it's hard not to be at least somewhat worried.
Jun 10 2022Manager David Ross said that Hendricks has been "dealing with some stuff" but threw a bullpen session Friday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks hasn't started since June 1, and the team has apparently given him extra rest due to an apparent injury. However, Ross didn't sound too concerned about Hendricks' injury and said that the right-hander will "pitch in the near future." While the 32-year-old isn't starting Friday or Saturday against the Yankees, he'll likely be in the mix to start during Sunday's series finale or sometime next week against the Padres.
Jun 8 2022Hendricks isn't listed among the Cubs' probable starters for Friday's or Saturday's games against the Yankees, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs have already given Hendricks some extra rest coming off his last start June 1, and it's unclear if he'll being taking the ball this weekend in New York. Chicago has yet to list a starter for Sunday, but Marcus Stroman will also be in the mix to pitch given his outing Wednesday was postponed due to inclement weather. One or both of Hendricks and Stroman will have to wait until next week before retaking the mound.
Jun 5 2022Hendricks is getting some extra rest between starts, as he is not scheduled to pitch in the two-game series in Baltimore early next week, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He would have lined up to make one of those starts, as he last pitched Wednesday, but it now seems like his next start will come next weekend against the Yankees. Hendricks has given up 14 earned runs with five strikeouts in 14 innings over his last three starts.
Jun 1 2022Hendricks pitched five innings against Milwaukee on Wednesday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out one. He didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks missed very few bats in the outing, notching only two swinging strikes among 79 pitches and fanning only one batter. However, he was able to keep Chicago in the contest and avoided taking his third straight loss. Hendricks had allowed 11 runs over nine innings in his previous two starts coming into the contest, so this was a better (though not particularly impressive) outing. The veteran right-hander is expected to make his next start in Baltimore next week.
May 25 2022Hendricks (2-5) allowed four runs on five hits across four innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Reds. He walked one and struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks didn't allow seven runs like he did in his last outing, but he was only moderately better Wednesday. It's been a struggle all year for the righty, as he's now sitting with a 5.20 ERA. Hendricks posted a sub-3.50 ERA every year between 2016 and 2020, but that crept up to 4.77 last season, and he's now on pace for a new career worst. Hendricks has always had a small margin for error since he doesn't record too many strikeouts, and that may be catching up to him in his age-32 season. He'll look to turn things around in his next scheduled start Tuesday against the Brewers.
May 20 2022Hendricks (2-4) allowed seven runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three in five innings to take the loss Sunday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks gave up just one run in 14.1 innings over his last two starts, but he had one of his worst outings of the season Friday. Josh Rojas and David Peralta each hit two home runs off him as the right-hander gave up a season-high seven runs. Hendricks has been quite inconsistent early in the season, as he's held the opposition to two or fewer runs in five of his nine starts while giving up at least six runs in three of his outings. He'll attempt to get back on track when he tentatively lines up to face the Reds on the road Wednesday.
May 14 2022Hendricks didn't factor into the decision during Saturday's 4-2 victory over Arizona, allowing one run on five hits and two walks with two strikeouts in 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks limited the Diamondbacks to a single run in the second inning and was never in any real danger despite putting runners on base each frame. The 32-year-old has now surrendered two runs or fewer in five his eight starts, though the total of 16 in his other three starts is a bit concerning. It all amounts to a decent 4.03 ERA and 1.25 WHIP, and Hendricks is currently slated to face off against Arizona again next week.
May 10 2022Hendricks (2-3) picked up the win Monday, scattering three hits and a walk over 8.2 scoreless innings in a 6-0 victory over the Padres. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was given a chance to complete his first shutout since 2020, but after Hendricks issued his first free pass of the game to Jake Cronenworth in the bottom of the ninth, he got the hook after 116 pitches (80 strikes). Hendricks at least recorded his second quality start of the season, but in his other five outings, he has a rough 7.33 ERA.
May 4 2022Hendricks (1-3) allowed four runs on seven hits and one walk over 5.2 innings Wednesday to take the loss against the White Sox. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks' outing got off to a rough start when Jose Abreu drilled a solo homer off him in the first inning, and he later gave up a single run in each of the third, fourth and sixth frames. This was an improvement over his previous appearance, when he gave up six runs over 4.1 frames versus Milwaukee, but it continued the inconsistency the veteran hurler has shown so far this season. Hendricks has given up four or more runs in three of his six starts while holding the opponent to two or fewer runs in the other three outings. He'll carry a disappointing 5.64 ERA into his next appearance, which is slated to come in San Diego early next week.
Apr 30 2022Hendricks (1-2) took the loss Friday, surrendering six runs on seven hits -- including three home runs -- and two walks over 4.1 innings as the Cubs got routed 11-1 by the Brewers. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Six of the seven hits off the veteran right-hander went for extra bases, but he was far from the only offender on the Cubs and the Brewers slugged six homers in all on the night. Hendricks had served up only one long ball in his first four starts of the season, but Friday he looked more like the hurler who got taken deep 31 times in 181 innings in 2021. Hendricks will carry a 5.47 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and uncharacteristic 10.0 percent walk rate into his next outing.
Apr 23 2022Hendricks (1-1) earned the win Saturday, allowing two hits over seven scoreless innings against the Pirates. He struck out two and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Chicago offense exploded for 21 runs while Hendricks, Sean Newcomb and Scott Effross combined to shut out Pittsburgh. With that, Hendricks picked up his first win of the 2022 campaign. He's had two duds sandwiched between two strong outings to begin the year. Hendricks has allowed just one homer through 20.1 innings after turning in the worst home-run rate of his career last season.
Apr 18 2022Hendricks allowed two runs on five hits and two walks over 4.1 innings in Monday's win over the Rays. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks coughed up an RBI single to Ji-Man Choi in the fourth inning and was knocked out of the game after Josh Lowe's RBI single in the fifth. The veteran righty now owns a 6.08 ERA through 13.1 frames this season. Hendricks carried a career 7.4 K/9 and 2.0 BB/9 into Monday's outing, so his current 17:9 K:BB is fairly uncharacteristic, even in a small sample size. Still looking for his first win, he's expected to face the Pirates at home this weekend.
Apr 13 2022Hendricks (0-1) tossed 3.2 innings, surrendering six runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out four on his way to a loss versus the Pirates on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old struggled with his command in this one, throwing only 42 of his 78 pitches for strikes. After Willson Contreras gave him a one-run lead with a solo shot in the top of the first inning, Ben Gamel flipped the script in the bottom of the inning, blasting a two-out three-run homer off of Hendricks. He later surrendered three more runs and wasn't able to make it through the fourth inning. The right-hander got off to a slow start in 2021, posting a 6.23 ERA through his first seven starts before going on a hot-streak in the middle of the season, but he'll likely look to turn it around quicker in 2022. Hendricks will have a chance to right the ship in his next projected start at home versus the Rays on Monday.
Apr 7 2022Hendricks allowed one run on five hits across 5.1 innings but did not factor into the decision Thursday against the Brewers. He walked three and struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks pitched well in the 2022 season opener and actually outperformed his counterpart, 2021 Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes. However, the Chicago middle relief corps couldn't hold the lead, so Hendricks had to settle for the no-decision in a game the Cubs ended up winning 5-4. The seven strikeouts are a nice sign for the righty, who is looking to turn the page after recording a career-worst 4.77 ERA a season ago. He's lined up to take the hill again Wednesday against the Pirates on the road, which looks to be a favorable matchup.
Apr 2 2022Hendricks will start the Cubs' Opening Day matchup against Milwaukee on Thursday, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has had a lackluster performance this spring, as he's posted a 9.53 ERA and 1.76 WHIP in 11.1 innings across four Cactus League starts. Despite his struggles in camp, the right-hander will be rewarded with an Opening Day start for a third consecutive season. Hendricks made 32 starts for the Cubs last year and posted a 4.77 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in 181 innings.
Mar 28 2022Hendricks allowed four runs on four hits across three innings in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Royals. He walked one and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The five strikeouts were nice, but Hendricks otherwise struggled, as he allowed two home runs and saw his spring ERA climb to 9.00 through three starts. The righty's career track record suggests that he should be fine once the regular season begins, though last year's career-worst 4.77 ERA might put a damper on his outlook a little bit. Fantasy managers will want to see Hendricks start off 2022 on a positive note to feel a bit more comfortable about his prospects.
Mar 17 2022Hendricks pitched two innings in his Cactus League debut Thursday. He allowed one run on three hits while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Hendricks didn't go very deep into the first game of the spring. The veteran is focused on getting ready for the regular season and turning the page after a tough 2021 campaign. His 4.77 ERA was a career worst, as was his 1.35 WHIP. Hendricks posted a 2.88 ERA and 1.00 WHIP during the condensed 2020 season, and if his 2022 numbers are closer to that range, he'll once again be a top fantasy option, though he's still unlikely to provide much of a boost in the strikeout department.
Mar 15 2022Hendricks will make his spring training debut Thursday against the White Sox, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks likely won't pitch too deep into the game, as the team will want him to shake off some rust but still stay fresh for the regular season. The 32-year-old, who posted a subpar 4.77 ERA across 181 innings in 2021, will work as the Cubs No.1 or No. 2 starter this season, with newcomer Marcus Stroman filling the other spot atop the rotation. Stroman is set for his spring debut on Friday, so Chicago may be tipping its hand with this order, but more clarity will emerge closer to Opening Day.
Sep 29 2021Hendricks allowed two runs on five hits across five innings but did not factor into the decision Wednesday against the Pirates. He walked one and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks may have been able to earn his 15th and final win of the season if he was allowed to work later into the game, but the 68-90 Cubs capped the righty at 78 pitches with little to play for. It was at least good to see Hendricks pitch better, as he had allowed 11 runs (10 earned) across 9.1 innings in his previous two starts. The 31-year-old will finish the year with a 14-7 record, 4.77 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 131 strikeouts across 181 innings. That's a down campaign by Hendricks' standards, as he had registered an ERA below 3.50 in each of the last five seasons. His track record suggests that he's a good candidate to bounce back in 2022.
Sep 22 2021Hendricks (14-7) allowed four runs (three earned) on five hits and no walks while striking out three across 5.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks surrendered a pair of home runs -- both to Max Kepler -- that accounted for all of his earned runs. He was fairly sharp otherwise, as he did not surrender a walk for the first time in his last four starts. Even so, Hendricks is ending the season in poor form, as he has now managed only one quality start in his last six appearances. Overall, he has maintained a 4.81 ERA with a 126:43 K:BB across 176 innings.
Sep 16 2021Hendricks allowed seven earned runs on six hits and three walks while striking out one across 3.2 innings Thursday against the Phillies. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was handed a seven-run lead in the third inning, but he gave it all up just one frame later. Though he didn't allow a home run, Hendricks surrendered two doubles, four singles and also hit two batters in the fourth inning alone. Hendricks has now surrendered at least four earned runs in five of his last eight appearances, although he has recorded quality starts in the other three outings. As a result of this poor stretch, Hendricks has a 4.81 ERA across 170.1 innings on the campaign.
Sep 4 2021Hendricks allowed six runs on five hits and three walks with one strikeout in 4.1 innings versus Pittsburgh on Saturday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander looked destined for a loss until the Cubs made a three-run rally for the walkoff win in the ninth inning. Hendricks has still struggled mightily lately, allowing four or more runs in four of his last five starts. He's seen his ERA inflate to 4.65 with a 1.36 WHIP and 118:38 K:BB across 160.2 innings overall. The 31-year-old could have trouble snapping his skid during next weekend's three-game series versus San Francisco.
Aug 29 2021Hendricks (14-6) was tagged for eight runs across 4.2 innings and took the loss Sunday against the White Sox. He allowed seven hits and two walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second time this month, Hendricks allowed at least eight runs in a start. Home runs did in the righty Sunday, as he allowed three long balls, which accounted for six of the eight runs charged to Hendricks. The 31-year-old came into Sunday tied for the MLB lead with 14 wins, but he hasn't been as sharp this season as in years past. His 4.43 ERA is more than a run higher than his career mark of 3.29. Hendricks will look to get back on track in his next scheduled outing, which is currently lined up for Sept. 5 against the Pirates.
Aug 23 2021Hendricks allowed four runs on nine hits over seven innings in Monday's win over the Rockies. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Colorado jumped on Hendricks early, putting up three runs in the first inning, including a two-run base hit by Sam Hilliard. He settled in and allowed just one Rockie reach scoring position over the next five innings until he coughed up another run in the seventh. It was his first start since July 21 where he didn't issue a walk, improving his season K:BB to 113:33. Hendricks will carry a 4.09 ERA into his projected road start against the White Sox this weekend.
Aug 17 2021Hendricks (14-5) tossed six innings of one-run ball to record the win Tuesday against the Reds. He allowed three hits and three walks while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a rough outing his last time out in which he allowed nine earned runs, this was a nice bounceback effort for Hendricks, and it also helped snap a 12-game losing streak for the Cubs. The righty is unquestionably the ace of Chicago's staff, but he hasn't been as sharp this year compared to recent seasons. His current 4.04 ERA would be a new career worst, as he's been below 4.00 in each of his previous seven MLB campaigns. Hendricks still has time to whittle away at that figure, and he certainly will if he pitches like he did Tuesday night. Hendricks is slated to make his next start Monday against the Rockies.
Aug 13 2021Hendricks (13-5) was tagged with the loss Thursday against the Brewers after allowing nine runs on 11 hits and a walk across four innings, striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was one of Hendricks' worst starts of his entire career, as the right-hander struggled to settle on the mound and allowed hard contact all game long. The nine runs allowed are a season-worst mark for him, while the 11 hits tied his worst season output in that category as well. He still owns a 4.15 ERA on the year and was coming off a stretch of six quality starts across seven appearances before the wheels came off in this one, however, so there's a chance this might have been nothing more than an outlier and a bad day for the eight-year veteran.
Aug 6 2021Hendricks allowed two runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out seven in six innings in Friday's loss to the White Sox. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has now recorded six quality starts in his last seven outings, and he ranks second in the majors with 17 quality starts in 2021. The only runs he allowed Friday came when he allowed four singles in the fourth inning, but he was forced to settle for the no-decision in the low-scoring game. The right-hander tentatively lines up to make his next start at home against the Brewers on Wednesday.
Aug 1 2021Hendricks (13-4) picked up the win in Saturday's 6-3 victory over the Nationals, allowing one run on four hits and a walk over seven innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander wasn't fazed by the depleted lineup behind him following a busy trade deadline for the Cubs, as he tossed 71 of 100 pitches for strikes en route to his fifth quality start in his last six outings and his 16th of the season. Hendricks will take a 3.71 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 94:26 K:BB through 128.2 innings into his next start.
Jul 27 2021Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Monday against the Reds after allowing five runs on nine hits and two walks while fanning four across 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks entered Monday's contest carrying a 2.19 ERA in three July starts, but the wheels came off in this one. He wasn't comfortable at any point of the game, resulting in the first time in his last 14 starts that he couldn't complete at least five innings. The right-hander will attempt to deliver a bounce-back performance in his next start, scheduled for the upcoming weekend series against the Nationals on the road.
Jul 21 2021Hendricks pitched 6.1 innings during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to St. Louis, allowing two runs on eight hits with three strikeouts. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks cruised through six innings but allowed two hits and a run in the seventh before departing and would've been the loser if not for Eric Sogard's tying hit in the ninth. This was Hendrick's 12th quality start in his last 13 appearances, and interestingly enough 3 of his four lowest strikeout totals this season have come against the Cardinals.
Jul 16 2021Hendricks (12-4) won Friday's 5-1 victory over Arizona, allowing one run on six hits and three walks with four strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks breezed through the first two innings but allowed his only run in the third and loaded the bases with one out in the fourth, though he was able to escape the jam. The soft-tossing righty's 101 pitches are tied for his second most on the season and his 12 wins tie him with Julio Urias for the MLB lead. He'll take a 3.65 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 84:23 K:BB into next week's scheduled start against St. Louis.
Jul 9 2021Hendricks (11-4) allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out one in 6.1 innings, earning the win in Friday's 10-5 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was the righty's 10th quality start in his last 11 outings, and he now has 13 such starts in 18 games this season. Hendricks' 11 wins are tied with Julio Urias for the major-league lead. The Cubs' rotation as a whole has been miserable in recent weeks, but Hendricks has only gotten better after an up-and-down April and slightly more consistent May. He'll take a 3.77 ERA into the All-Star break and presumably start Chicago's second-half opener next Friday in Arizona.
Jul 4 2021Hendricks allowed a run on five hits and struck out five in six innings versus Cincinnati on Sunday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After stringing together eight wins in eight starts from May 16 to June 22, Hendricks has taken no-decisions in his last two outings. Sunday's effort was a strong one from the right-hander, although relievers Dan Winkler and Andrew Chafin allowed a narrow one-run lead to slip away in the seventh inning. Hendricks owns a 3.83 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 79:19 K:BB across 98.2 innings this year. The 31-year-old is projected to face St. Louis in next weekend's series.
Jun 29 2021Hendricks allowed four earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out four across six innings in a loss to the Brewers on Monday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks surrendered two runs in the first inning, but he was able to strand the bases loaded to prevent any further damage. In addition, he gave up a home run to Avisail Garcia in the third inning. This was his first time giving up four runs since May 9, which not so coincidentally was also the last time he failed to come away with a win -- he'd won eight straight coming into Monday's game. The 31-year-old has a 3.98 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 92.2 innings, and he's tied with Aaron Civale for the MLB lead in wins with 10.
Jun 22 2021Hendricks (10-4) pitched six scoreless innings to earn the win Tuesday against Cleveland. He allowed four hits and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has been locked in lately, as he's now earned the win in his last eight outings. In those starts, the righty has a sparkling 2.25 ERA and 0.98 WHIP across 52 innings. He looks like Chicago's ace again after a bit of a slow start to the season, and he should remain productive for fantasy managers, even if he's not a great source of strikeouts. Hendricks will look to keep rolling in his next scheduled appearance Monday against the division-rival Brewers.
Jun 17 2021Hendricks (9-4) earned the win Thursday after holding the Mets scoreless across six innings. He allowed two hits and a pair of walks while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Yet again, Hendricks turned in another quality start while blanking his opponent for the second time this year. The right-hander has been prone to home runs, allowing 19 overall, but was able to hold the Mets in check. Over his last seven starts, Hendricks has compiled a flawless 7-0 record, lowering his season ERA to 4.13 and WHIP to 1.30. The 31-year-old lines up to make his next start at home Tuesday against Cleveland.
Jun 12 2021Hendricks (8-4) allowed two earned runs on three hits and one walk while striking out two across six innings, earning the win Saturday over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was inconsistent to begin the season, but he has posted a quality start and a win in his last six appearances. The long ball has still been an issue for him, allowing two more home runs on Saturday, totaling eight homers in his last four starts. The 31-year-old has lowered his ERA to 4.46 in 74.2 innings. He tied a season-low two strikeouts against the Cardinals and he has a low 7.0 K/9. His next start is scheduled for Thursday against the Mets.
Jun 6 2021Hendricks (7-4) allowed three earned runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five across 6.1 innings, taking the win over the Giants on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed a first inning home run to LaMonte Wade to start the game. He allowed an additional two runs between the first two innings. However, he settled in to provide three scoreless frames before being relieved in the seventh inning. The 31-year-old had a slow start to the season, but has won his last four starts. He carries a 4.59 ERA and a 1.41 WHIP in 68.2 innings. In addition, he has a 7.3 K/9 with more than six strikeouts in a single start just once this season.
Jun 1 2021Hendricks (6-4) allowed three runs across six innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Padres. He gave up seven hits and no walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks turned in a fairly typical performance, as he displayed good command with a few strikeouts to pick up the quality start and his sixth win of the year. The righty has now earned the win in his last four appearances, and he has a 2.60 ERA during the stretch. His season ERA still sits at 4.62 due to a few uncharacteristically poor outings, but Hendricks should continue to whittle away at that figure, as he's posted an ERA below 3.50 in each of the past five seasons. He's scheduled to take the mound again Sunday against the Giants.
May 27 2021Hendricks (5-2) allowed three runs on six hits and no walks while striking out five in seven innings to earn the win against the Pirates on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was hit hard early in the season, but he's now lasted at least 6.2 innings in each of his last three starts and has earned three consecutive wins. The right-hander gave up three home runs in Thursday's outing, but each of the long balls was a solo blast. Hendricks has now posted a 4.63 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 56.1 innings across his first 10 starts of the year. He tentatively lines up to make his next start at home against the Padres on Tuesday.
May 21 2021Hendricks (4-4) allowed three runs (one earned) on seven hits and a walk over 6.2 innings Friday, striking out four and earning a win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed an RBI double to Tommy Edman in the third inning and kept the Cardinals tame until Paul Goldschmidt laced a two-run double in the sixth. He earned his second straight win to get to .500 for the first time this season alongside a 4.74 ERA. The 31-year-old right-hander is lined up for a good matchup in Pittsburgh next week.
May 16 2021Hendricks (3-4) earned the win Sunday against the Tigers after tossing eight innings of one-run ball, giving up eight hits and fanning eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was coming off a rough stretch and entered this game having allowed four or more runs in three of his last five starts, but he bounced back with his best start of the campaign to date. He still owns a 5.27 ERA -- a figure that would rank as a career-worst mark for him -- but this outing should undoubtedly boost his confidence going forward. The right-hander is scheduled to make his next start at the Cardinals next week.
May 9 2021Hendricks (2-4) allowed six runs (four earned) across five innings to take the loss Sunday against the Pirates. He gave up nine hits and a walk while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had looked better in his last start Tuesday, but he's now allowed four earned runs or more in three of his last five outings. It's been an uncharacteristically rough patch for the righty, who's seen his ERA climb to 6.23. By comparison, Hendricks posted a 2.88 ERA in 2020, and he's been below a 3.50 ERA in each of the last five seasons. That track record suggests that better days are ahead. Hendricks will look to start turning things around next Sunday in a favorable matchup against the Tigers.
May 4 2021Hendricks (2-3) allowed just one run across seven innings to earn the win in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Dodgers. He gave up seven hits and a walk while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks helped out the Chicago bullpen by going the distance in the seven-inning game, and the righty was much better than he was in his last outing, when he allowed seven runs across 3.2 innings. He actually blanked Los Angeles until there was one out in the seventh, when Keibert Ruiz connected for a solo home run. Hendricks has allowed seven runs on two different occasions this season, both against Atlanta, which has inflated ERA to 6.07 even after the strong start Tuesday. He'll look to keep whittling down that number in his next scheduled appearance Sunday against the Pirates.
May 3 2021Hendricks will not start Monday against the Dodgers as the game has been postponed due to inclement weather, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game will be made up as part of a split doubleheader Tuesday. Hendricks will likely start the first of those games.
Apr 28 2021Hendricks (1-3) allowed seven runs on 11 hits across 3.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Braves. He struck out three and didn't issue any walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks probably doesn't want to see Atlanta again anytime soon, as he's now allowed 14 earned runs in 7.2 innings against the Braves this season. In his other three starts, the righty has allowed just five earned runs in 15 innings. Thankfully, Hendricks won't see Atlanta in his next scheduled start Monday, though he does line up against a potent Dodgers squad. The 31-year-old will carry a 7.54 ERA into that outing, and fantasy managers may want to tread carefully until Hendricks begins to look more like himself.
Apr 23 2021Hendricks (1-2) allowed two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six in six innings to earn the win against the Brewers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks struggled mightily against Atlanta on Sunday, but he was much more effective Friday and got plenty of run support from the Cubs' offense to cruise to his first win of 2021. The right-hander began Friday's contest with five scoreless frames before giving up a pair of home runs and a double in the top of the sixth inning. However, he was able to finish the inning and recorded a quality start in the blowout win. Hendricks now carries a 5.68 ERA and 1.53 WHIP in 19 innings across his first four starts of the year. He'll attempt to remain effective on the road against Atlanta on Wednesday.
Apr 18 2021Hendricks (0-2) allowed seven runs on seven hits across four innings to take the loss against Atlanta on Sunday. He walked three and struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had a first inning to forget, as he allowed six runs on four home runs. It was the first time in Cubs' history that a pitcher has allowed four home runs in the first inning, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports. Hendricks was making his first start in 11 days after missing his last turn due to a non-COVID-19 illness, so he likely had a little rust to shake off, but it was still surprising to see the righty get hit so hard. His ERA shot up from 3.00 to 6.92 with the rough outing. Hendricks will look to get back on track Friday against the Brewers, a squad he blanked across six innings of work on April 7.
Apr 16 2021Hendricks (illness) is expected to start Sunday against Atlanta, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was scratched from his start Tuesday in Milwaukee due to an illness, though he's continued to test negative for COVID-19 and hasn't been placed on any injured list. As long as that remains true until Sunday, he'll take the mound for his third start of the year. He's allowed three runs on eight hits in nine innings over his first two starts, striking out 10 while walking four.
Apr 14 2021President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Hendricks (illness) is feeling better after being scratched ahead of his scheduled start Tuesday against the Brewers, but the Cubs have yet to determine when he'll be ready to rejoin the rotation, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was experiencing symptoms of congestion and was scratched out of an abundance of caution, and since leaving Milwaukee to return to Chicago, he's tested negative for COVID-19. Assuming Hendricks continues to test negative over the next couple of days and his condition keeps improving, he may have a chance to rejoin the rotation during this weekend's series with Atlanta. Alec Mills made a spot start for Hendricks on Tuesday and would line up for another turn Sunday if Hendricks can't go.
Apr 13 2021Hendricks won't start Tuesday at Milwaukee "out of an abundance of caution" since he isn't feeling well. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The decision was announced less than a half hour before first pitch, pushing Alec Mills into an emergency spot start for the Cubs. It's unclear if Hendricks is expected to skip his turn through the rotation, or if he'll be able to take the mound later in the week.
Apr 7 2021Hendricks allowed four hits and a walk while striking out six over six scoreless innings in Wednesday's 4-2 extra-inning loss to the Brewers. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks and Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff engaged in a pitchers' duel Wednesday. This was an improvement over Hendricks' season debut, in which he allowed three runs on four hits and three walks in three innings to the Pirates. The right-hander has a 3.00 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 10 strikeouts across nine innings in 2021. His next start is expected to be a rematch with the Brewers on Tuesday.
Mar 23 2021Manager David Ross announced Monday that Hendricks will start the Cubs' April 1 season opener versus the Pirates, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll get the ball for the second Opening Day in a row, hoping to deliver another gem of a performance after he struck out nine in a complete-game shutout of the Brewers in the Cubs' 2020 season opener. Though Hendricks achieved his highest game score of last season in that outing against Milwaukee, he was in stellar form most every time he toed the rubber. He finished the abbreviated 60-game campaign with a 2.88 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 64:8 K:BB in 81.1 innings across his 12 starts, once again overcoming his lack of a power arsenal with elite command and control. With Yu Darvish getting dealt to San Diego over the offseason, Hendricks is now the unquestioned staff ace for Chicago.
Mar 11 2021Hendricks allowed four runs on seven hits across three innings in Thursday's Cactus League game against the Rockies. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks, who skipped his last potential spring start and threw a bullpen session instead, tossed 53 pitches in his outing. "It felt good to just get the pitch count up, honestly," Hendricks said, according to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. "I felt really strong at the end there, had plenty left." He's still in line to start for the Cubs on Opening Day, though the team has yet to formally name a starter for the April 1 tilt against the Pirates.
Mar 7 2021Hendricks threw a bullpen session Saturday instead of making a Cactus League start against the Brewers, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks and the Cubs will see plenty of the Brewers this season, so the team decided to let the righty log a bullpen rather than face the division rivals. By throwing Saturday, Hendricks is still on schedule to start the regular season opener on April 1, though manager David Ross has not formally named an Opening Day starter.
Mar 1 2021Hendricks tossed two scoreless innings in Monday's Cactus League game against the Padres. He allowed a hit and a walk, while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks wasn't allowed to work very deep in his Cactus League debut, but the righty was sharp while he was in there. Hendricks is coming off of a strong 2020 campaign in which he posted a 2.88 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 12 starts, and he should serve as the Cubs' ace in 2021.
Feb 25 2021Hendricks will start the Cubs' Cactus League opener against the Padres Monday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: More importantly, this puts Hendricks in line to start the team's regular season opener against the Pirates on April 1. With Yu Darvish now in San Diego, Hendricks is unquestionably the ace in Chicago. He posted a stellar 2.88 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 12 starts during the shortened 2020 season.
Feb 17 2021Hendricks said he is ready to take on a "full load" this season, though manager David Ross said he'll be careful with the righty's workload, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: No one took on a full workload in 2020, as MLB condensed its regular season to 60 games. However, Hendricks was third in the majors with 81.1 innings, and the team is going to be cautious as it builds him back up for a full slate of games. "We've got to be careful with that," Ross said. "I think Kyle is a guy who stays in great shape; he is very durable and we trust in the innings that he can give us. But we're going to be smart." Hendricks logged 177 innings in 2019 and 199 in 2018.
Oct 1 2020Hendricks took the loss the the Marlins on Wednesday in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series. He allowed three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three over 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks hung zeros on the scoreboard through six, but Corey Dickerson touched the right-hander up for a three-run homer in the seventh before the Marlins tacked on two more against Jeremy Jeffress. That was enough to saddle Hendricks with the loss, and he will need his team to rally in this short, best-of-three series to have a chance to start again in 2020. The 30-year-old turned in another stellar regular season in the ratios categories; his strikeout rate remained right around 20 percent, but he cut his already-low walk rate to a mere 2.5 percent.
Sep 24 2020Hendricks (6-5) allowed two runs on seven hits (two home runs) and a walk while striking out three across 7.2 innings Wednesday as he took the loss against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks got off to a bumpy start by allowing back-to-back home runs to Adam Frazier and Ke'Bryan Hayes to lead off the first but was lights out for the rest of the game. The right-hander generated 19 of his 23 outs via either ground balls or fly outs as he primarily relied on his changeup and sinker to produce light contact from the Pirate hitters. Wednesday was Hendricks' last start of the regular season as he finished with a 2.88 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 64:8 K:BB while leading the majors with 81.1 innings pitched. The 30-year-old figures to slot in behind Yu Darvish as the Cubs' No. 2 rotation option come playoff time.
Sep 18 2020Hendricks (6-4) earned the win Friday after holding the Twins scoreless with 10 strikeouts across eight innings. He allowed three hits and one walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks whiffed a season-high 10 batters to help the Cubs win their fifth straight game. After tossing 104 pitches -- including 73 for strikes -- the right-hander fell just shy of recording his fifth career shutout and second of the season. Hendricks now sports a 1.21 ERA in September and a 2.93 ERA overall across 11 starts. The 30-year-old will look to continue his success with a favorable matchup Wednesday at Pittsburgh.
Sep 13 2020Hendricks covered 7.2 innings and didn't factor into the decision Saturday in the Cubs' 4-2 win over the Brewers. He gave up two runs on six hits and no walks while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks wasn't quite as good as he was in his previous matchup with Milwaukee on Opening Day -- a complete-game shutout with nine strikeouts -- but he still delivered another stellar outing to drop his season ERA and WHIP to 3.29 and 1.05, respectively. He was on the hook for the loss after departing with the Cubs facing a 2-0 deficit, but a three-run home run by Jason Heyward and a solo shot by Ildemaro Vargas in the ninth inning spared Hendricks from dropping to 5-5. Saturday's game was the first time in his 10 starts this season that Hendricks didn't factor into a decision.
Sep 7 2020Hendricks (5-4) picked up the win Monday against the Cardinals, allowing one run on seven hits across eight innings. He fanned four and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks followed his strong Sept. 2 outing against Pittsburgh with an even better performance Monday. Although the Cardinals were able to grind out seven knocks, the right-hander did not walk a batter while surrendering just the one run on Matt Wieters's seventh-inning single. Hendricks has allowed just two runs across 14 innings during his last two outings, and will take a 3.41 ERA into his start against Milwaukee on Saturday.
Sep 2 2020Hendricks (4-4) allowed one earned run on six hits and two walks while striking out six across six innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed seven baserunners through four innings, but limited the Pirates to just two extra-base hits to avoid any major damage. Despite the strong performance, Hendricks did allow a solo home run to Colin Moran, and has now surrendered at least one long ball in each of his last four starts. Despite that, Hendricks maintains a solid 3.78 ERA with a 40:6 K:BB across 50 innings this season. He's in line to draw his next start Monday against St. Louis.
Aug 28 2020Hendricks (3-4) allowed five runs on 10 hits over six innings in a loss to the Reds on Friday. He struck out six and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks' two worst starts this season have come in Great American Ball Park; he's allowed 11 of his 20 total earned runs and three of his six homers in those two starts. He had to deal with some rain in addition to the small dimensions Friday, and Hendricks now has an ERA north of 4.00 on the season after beginning his year with an Opening Day shutout. However, Hendricks is still pretty much in line with expectations and things will get a bit easier with a road start in Pittsburgh next up, followed by a home start against the Cardinals.
Aug 22 2020Hendricks (3-3) allowed three earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out three across 5.1 innings to take the loss Saturday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks surrendered two home runs, one in the second inning and the other to lead off the sixth inning. He was fairly strong in between, allowing only one other extra-base hit. Despite taking consecutive losses, Hendricks still maintains a 3.55 ERA and impressive 28:4 K:BB across 38 innings this season. He's penciled in to take his next turn through the rotation Friday at Cincinnati.
Aug 17 2020Hendricks (3-2) took the loss in Game 1 of Monday's doubleheader against the Cardinals after allowing three runs on three hits and a walk while striking out five over 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks surrendered a solo blast in the third inning, and he was touched up for two more runs in the top of the seventh following a Brad Miller double with the bases loaded. Rowan Wick gave up the double, however, Hendricks was responsible for the two runs that crossed the plate. The veteran right-hander has been solid so far this season, sitting with a 3.31 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with a 25:3 K:BB across 32.2 frames.
Aug 12 2020Hendricks (3-1) allowed one earned run on seven hits and no walks while striking out five across six innings to earn the win Wednesday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks faced more than four Cleveland hitters in only one inning to put together his third quality start of the campaign. His only trouble came in the fifth frame, when he allowed three singles and the only run against him to cross the plate. Through 26.1 innings this season, Hendricks maintains a 3.08 ERA and a stellar 20:2 K:BB. He's currently in line to make his fifth start of the campaign Monday against St. Louis.
Aug 10 2020Hendricks is scheduled to start Wednesday against Cleveland, Russell Dorsey of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was originally scheduled to pitch this past Sunday against the Cardinals, but the entire series was wiped out due to a coronavirus outbreak in the St. Louis organization. The righty will now take the mound Wednesday, which will be eight days after his most recent start. Hendricks has had two good outings this season sandwiched around one bad start, and he'll carry a 3.54 ERA and 0.93 WHIP into his next trip to the hill.
Aug 4 2020Kendricks (2-1) earned the win against Kansas City on Tuesday, tossing seven innings and allowing two runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kendricks followed a rough second outing with an effective performance in his third start Tuesday, tossing 62 of 94 pitches for strikes and allowing only one extra-base hit among the seven base knocks against him. The right-hander was quiet on the strikeout front, but he didn't allow any free passes and emerged with his second win -- and second quality start -- of the campaign. Hendricks' next start is scheduled for Sunday on the road against St. Louis.
Jul 29 2020Hendricks (1-1) allowed six earned runs on seven hits across 4.1 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Reds. He struck out three and walked two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This outing was starkly different from Opening Day, when Hendricks threw a complete-game shutout with nine strikeouts. He was hit hardest in the fifth inning Wednesday, when the Reds scored seven times and chased him from the game. The righty's track record suggests he's closer to the pitcher he was in his first start versus his second start, so chalk this one up as a dud on the road in a hitter's park. Hendricks will take the hill again Monday against a less formidable Kansas City lineup.
Jul 24 2020Hendricks threw a shutout against the Brewers on Opening Day. He allowed three hits, struck out nine and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks did more than enough to justify the Opening Day nod over Yu Darvish with this masterful performance. As noted by Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, Hendricks had 19 swinging strikes Friday, the second-highest single-game total of his career. The changeup had hitters out in front and his command was sharp. Hendricks lines up for a road start in Cincinnati next week before a two-step the week of Aug. 3.
Jul 20 2020Hendricks said he worked on his curveball while play was suspended due to the coronavirus, and he could use the pitch more in 2020, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks worked on his grip over the past few months, and the work has apparently paid off, as the righty noted that "it's the best my curveball's felt." In his final summer camp tune-up Sunday against the White Sox, he used the pitch 14 percent of the time, as compared to 9.5 percent of the time in 2019. Hendricks has primarily featured a sinker and changeup during his time in the majors, but increased confidence in his curveball could lead to an uptick in usage.
Jul 19 2020Hendricks allowed three earned runs across 4.2 innings in Sunday's exhibition game against the White Sox. He gave up six hits and a walk, while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks allowed just one run before departing after tossing 83 pitches, but Jharel Cotton let a few inherited runners to cross the plate. Either way, the final line isn't overly important, as Hendricks was using this start as his final tune-up before Opening Day. It was good to see the righty get past the 80-pitch mark, and he should be good for 90 or more pitches against the Brewers in the opener.
Jul 16 2020Hendricks will start against the Brewers on Opening Day, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks will get the ball first for Chicago during the shortened 2020 season after impressing during spring training and summer camp. The right-hander will be followed by Yu Darvish. Across 30 starts last season, Hendricks posted a 3.46 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in 177 innings.
Jul 14 2020Hendricks was sharp in Tuesday's intrasquad game, allowing just a single hit across 6.1 scoreless innings, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Because it was a scrimmage, the team had Hendricks record four outs in his sixth inning of work. The righty passed the test and looked comfortable as he got right around 70 pitches for the night. Yu Darvish is the presumptive Opening Day starter, but Hendricks looked sharp in spring training before play was suspended and has continued to pitch well in summer camp. He also happened to outperform Darvish in their head-to-head matchup Tuesday. The team hasn't said anything about who will start Opening Day, but Hendricks has certainly done all he can to earn the assignment.
Jul 5 2020Hendricks threw three scoreless innings during an intrasquad game Saturday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks faced off against Yu Darvish, as the two are expected to headline the Cubs' staff this year, likely with Darvish getting the nod on Opening Day. Hendricks reportedly looked sharp in spring camp before play was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic, and he figures to be a strong fantasy play in 2020 after posting a 3.46 ERA across 177 innings last season.
Apr 27 2020Chicago manager David Ross said Hendricks had a "phenomenal" early part of spring, Steve Greenberg of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ross was expecting a big season out of the righty, though it's unclear when that season will be able to begin due to the coronavirus pandemic. Hendricks posted a 3.46 ERA in 177 innings (30 starts) for the Cubs last year, his fourth straight sub-3.50 ERA season. The 30-year-old doesn't post eye-popping strikeout totals, but he's still one of the most consistent and effective starters in the National League.
Mar 11 2020Hendricks is competing with Yu Darvish to start in Chicago's Opening Day game against the Brewers, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Chicago skipper David Ross is refusing to commit to an Opening Day arm this early in spring training. Hendricks has been very sharp to begin camp, posting a dominant 1.00 ERA and 0.44 WHIP across nine innings. The 30-year-old has surpassed Jon Lester in the Cubs' starting rotation, but it has yet to be determined where teammate Yu Darvish will be slotted after dealing with an illness to begin spring. Hendricks sported a 3.46 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 150:32 K:BB across 177 innings (30 starts) for the Cubs in 2019.
Mar 8 2020Hendricks allowed one run over four innings in Saturday's Cactus League game against Cleveland. He gave up two hits and a walk while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The run was actually the first allowed by Hendricks in nine innings this spring, and the righty is sporting an impressive 0.44 WHIP to go along with his 1.00 ERA. Yu Darvish and Jon Lester appear to be the top candidates to start on Opening Day, but Hendricks is right behind them in the pecking order, and the 30-year-old will be a key member of the rotation no matter where he slots in.
Mar 2 2020Hendricks tossed three perfect innings with three strikeouts in Monday's Cactus League game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks has been dialed in to begin the spring, as he's allowed just one hit and no runs in his first five innings of work. Yu Darvish and Jon Lester might grab more headlines in Chicago, but Hendricks has been outstanding for the Cubs since his debut in 2014. Last season, the righty posted a 3.46 ERA and 1.13 WHIP across 177 innings of work, and similar numbers should be expected in 2020 from one of the league's most consistent starters.
Feb 15 2020Hendricks said he worked on strengthening his legs, as well as his right shoulder and back, in the offseason to build more stability in his delivery, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks noted that fatigue set in toward the end of his 2019 campaign, and he blamed instability in the lower half of his body for the issue. The right-hander logged 177 innings last year, down from the 199 he posted in 2018. Hendricks said he hopes the offseason conditioning helps him reach 200 innings, a mark he has yet to hit in his six-year MLB career.
Sep 26 2019Hendricks will not make another start this season, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs have yet to announce who will start Sunday's season finale in place of Hendricks, but the right-hander will sit out the rest of the season with Chicago eliminated from the postseason chase. Across 30 starts this season, Hendricks went 11-10 while posting a 3.46 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 150:32 K:BB in 177 innings.
Sep 24 2019Hendricks (11-10) allowed six runs (five earned) over six innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Pirates. He gave up six hits and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was on cruise control through six innings but saw the wheels fall off in the seventh, when he started the frame by allowing five straight hits before getting the hook. Pittsburgh ultimately scored seven times in the inning, dealing a crippling blow to the Cubs' already slim chances of making the playoffs. Hendricks lines up to start one more time this year Sunday against the Cardinals.
Sep 19 2019Hendricks didn't factor into the decision against the Cardinals on Thursday, giving up four earned runs on eight hits over 5.1 innings, striking out six and walking one as the Cubs eventually fell 5-4. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks had given up just one run in each of his last three starts, but he couldn't keep it going in this contest, with the Cardinals tagging him for three of his four earned runs in the fifth and sixth innings before chasing him from the contest after 95 pitches. The right-hander still sports solid numbers, with a 3.37 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 145:32 K:BB across 171 innings. He's scheduled to take the mound for his final start of the regular season in a Wednesday road matchup against the Pirates.
Sep 14 2019Hendricks (11-9) picked up the win against the Pirates on Saturday, giving up one run on seven hits over six innings, striking out two and walking none as the Cubs won 14-1. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks was able to cruise to his 11th victory with heavy run support. It was the 29-year-old's third consecutive strong outing, a stretch of starts during which he's logged 17.2 innings while allowing just three earned runs. Overall, Hendricks is sporting a 3.26 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 139:31 K:BB across 165.2 innings. His next start will be Thursday at home against the Cardinals.
Sep 9 2019Hendricks (10-9) picked up the win against the Padres on Monday, giving up two runs (one earned) on seven hits over 5.2 innings, striking out five and walking one as the Cubs won 10-2. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hendricks did his job in a game where he was spotted plenty of run support, cruising to his 10th victory to mark the third time in the last four seasons he's reached double-digit wins. He's suffered a couple of blowups recently, but it's been another strong campaign overall for the 29-year-old right-hander, who is sporting a 3.33 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 137:31 K:BB across 159.2 innings.
Sep 7 2019Hendricks will start Monday in San Diego, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cubs have decided to flip-flop Hendricks and Jon Lester in the rotation order; Lester is now starting Sunday's series finale in Milwaukee. This assures that Hendricks will be available to start a game during the team's Sept. 19-22 series against the Cardinals. Hendricks has allowed one run in 23 innings against St. Louis this season.
Sep 2 2019Hendricks gave up one run on three hits and one walk while striking out seven through six innings in a no-decision against the Mariners on Monday.
Aug 28 2019Hendricks allowed six earned runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out three across 4.2 innings Wednesday against the Mets. He did not factor into the
Aug 22 2019Hendricks (9-9) pitched seven scoreless innings to earn the win Thursday against the Giants. He allowed three hits and no walks, while striking out seven.
Aug 16 2019Hendricks allowed one run on three hits with one walk and one strikeout across seven innings during a no-decision against the Pirates on Friday.
Aug 10 2019Hendricks (8-9) allowed seven runs in 2.2 innings to take the loss against the Reds Saturday. He gave up 12 hits while striking out two.
Aug 5 2019Hendricks didn't factor into the decision against the Athletics on Monday, giving up two earned runs on one hit over 6.1 innings, striking out five and walking two
Jul 31 2019Hendricks (8-8) pitched seven scoreless innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Cardinals. He scattered seven hits and recorded seven strikeouts while not allowing
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Jul 21 2019Hendricks (7-8) yielded two runs on four hits and two walks over seven innings Sunday, striking out five and taking the loss against San Diego.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 15 2019Hendricks allowed two runs on four hits and two walks over six innings Monday, striking out five batters and taking the no-decision in the loss to Cincinnati.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 7 2019Hendricks (7-7) took the loss Sunday against the White Sox, allowing two runs on four hits over four innings. He walked two and struck out six.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Hendricks (7-6) allowed two runs on four hits with one walk and four strikeouts across three innings while taking a loss against the Pirates on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2019Hendricks (shoulder) has been activated from the 10-day injured list and will start<\/a> Tuesday's game against the Pirates.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Hendricks (shoulder) is scheduled to rejoin the starting rotation Tuesday at Pittsburgh, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 29 2019Hendricks (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Saturday without issue, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 27 2019Manager Joe Maddon said Hendricks (shoulder) could \"possibly\" return from the injured list before the All-Star break, which begins July 8, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 27 2019Manager Joe Maddon said Hendricks (shoulder) \"possibly\" will return from the injured list before the All-Star break, which begins July 8, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Hendricks (shoulder) threw lightly off a mound Monday, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Hendricks played catch on flat ground Friday, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Hendricks (shoulder) played catch on flat ground Friday, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Hendricks has a shoulder impingement which could keep him out until the All-Star break, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Hendricks doesn't think his shoulder injury is serious, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Hendricks was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with right shoulder inflammation, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Hendricks (7-5) pitched 4.1 innings, allowing five runs on six hits and two walks. He took the loss and struck out only one in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Dodgers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Hendricks (7-4) picked up the victory over the Cardinals on Sunday, allowing one run on eight hits in seven innings. He struck out three and did not walk a batter.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Hendricks (6-4) allowed three earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out 10 across seven innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Rockies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Hendricks (5-4) picked up the win in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over the Astros, allowing one run on four hits and a walk over eight innings while striking out seven.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 24 2019Hendricks allowed three runs across six innings while not factoring into the decision in Friday's loss to the Reds. He gave up six hits and a walk, while striking out nine.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Hendricks improved to 4-4 in Sunday's 6-5 victory over the Nationals, limiting the opposition to four runs on six hits and two walks over 5.2 innings while striking out four.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Hendricks (3-4) pitched eight innings of one-run ball to grab the win Tuesday against the Reds. He allowed just three hits and a walk, while striking out seven.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Hendricks allowed one run (no earned) on five hits while striking seven through eight innings in a no-decision against the Marlins on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 24 2018Hendricks (6-9) struck out eight and walked two in a loss to the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, allowing three runs on seven hits in five innings.Hendricks matched a season-high with eight strikeouts, but needed 106 pitches (67 strikes) to get through five innings. In six of his last seven starts Hendricks hasn't completed six innings, and his ERA now stands at 4.05 on the year. His batting average against (.257) and WHIP (1.26) are the highest of his career while his strikeout rate (7.1 K/9) is his lowest since 2014. He'll look to get back in the win column in his next start against the Cardinals in St. Louis.
Jul 19 2018Hendricks threw 4.2 innings in Thursday's victory over the Cardinals, allowing three runs on nine hits, a walk and a hit by pitch, striking out four. He exited with the lead but did not pitch the five innings required to get the win.Hendricks was in trouble throughout and was perhaps lucky to not give up more runs. He was fortunate that none of the his 10 other baserunners were on base when Tommy Pham hit a solo shot in the second inning. It was hardly a vintage performance from Hendricks, who's having the worst season of his career. His ERA now sits at a career-high 3.99, while his 18.3 percent strikeout rate and 46.5 percent groundball rate are each lower than all of his three previous full seasons. He's also already given up a career-high 18 homers. He'll look to right the ship Tuesday against the Diamondbacks.
Jul 14 2018Hendricks (6-8) allowed two earned runs on five hits and no walks while striking out three across five innings to earn the win Saturday against the Padres.While Hendricks wasn't able to replicate the dominance of his last start, there were some positive signs to Saturday's start. Specifically, it marked the first time since May 13 -- a span of 10 starts -- that he didn't walk a batter. However, he did struggle to pitch with efficiency and has failed to complete six innings in seven of his last nine starts. Even when he is able to post solid ratios, Hendricks needs to work deep into games to standout due to his 6.8 K/9 through 110.1 innings this season.
Jul 9 2018Hendricks allowed just one unearned run on five hits and a walk with eight strikeouts across 8.1 innings Monday night against the Giants but was left with a no-decision.That one unearned run was all it took to push Monday's game to extra innings and nullify Hendricks's effort. Still, he induced a whopping 18 swinging strikes on 109 pitches. The money pitch was Hendricks's changeup, which Giants hitters waved at 13 times on 38 offerings. Things didn't go much better when they made contact with the changeup, as it created seven outs on nine balls in play. Hendricks has thrown just two quality starts in his last nine outings, but maybe this was the start he needed to get things going. He'll carry a 3.93 ERA into his last start of the first half Sunday against San Diego.
Jul 3 2018Hendricks allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk across five innings during Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Tigers. He struck out two and did not factor in the decision.Hendricks totaled only 78 pitches (54 strikes) but was pulled in favor of pinch-hitter Tommy La Stella in the bottom of the fifth inning, who started a three-run rally and which got Hendricks off the hook for the loss. The 28-year-old has a 1-4 record with 6.75 ERA and 1.67 WHIP in six starts since the start of June, and is currently scheduled to take the mound at San Francisco next Monday.
Jul 2 2018Hendricks will take the hill for the Cubs' first game of the week Tuesday against the Tigers, but isn't expected to pick up a second start over the weekend versus the Reds, MLB.com reports.Team off days Monday and Thursday would allow manager Joe Maddon to temporarily streamline the rotation if desired, but it appears the Cubs are planning to dole out one start apiece to each of their rotation members during the five-game week. Tyler Chatwood (4.54 ERA, 8.1 BB/9) has been the most unreliable of the Cubs' starters this season, but Hendricks' recent form hasn't been much better, which may explain why Maddon may not be eager to go with a four-man staff this week. During his five June starts, Hendricks failed to cover more than six innings and posted a 7.03 ERA, 1.68 WHIP and 18:15 K:BB.
Jun 27 2018Hendricks (5-8) allowed six runs on eight hits and two walks with one strikeout and lasted just 2.2 innings in a loss Wednesday to the Dodgers.Hendricks served up a pair of home runs in the process and has now given up 16 long balls in as many starts. Hendricks hasn't allowed more than 17 home runs in his career, and this newfound home run problem is the major reason why he owns a 4.21 ERA, which will be a career worst if it doesn't improve. Hendricks will try to get back on track Tuesday against the Tigers.
Jun 21 2018Hendricks (5-7) took the loss Thursday against the Reds, as he allowed four earned runs on three hits and four walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out five.Hendricks actually left the game with a chance for the win, but Cubs reliever Randy Rosario allowed a grand slam to Jesse Winker that put Cincinnati up 5-2 and stuck Hendricks with four earned runs for the day. The 28-year-old righty walked a season-high four hitters for the second straight game, which is something he'll have to cut down if he wants to get back into the win column. Hendricks will take his next turn Wednesday in Los Angeles against the Dodgers.
Jun 16 2018Hendricks (5-6) allowed three earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out three across six innings to earn the win Saturday against the Cardinals.Hendricks overcame a season-high four walks and 11 baserunners to earn his fifth win of the season. He also surrendered a home run in his fifth consecutive start, bringing his HR/9 up to 1.5 -- a career worst mark -- for the season. If he continues to allow home runs at that pace, it will be imperative that he effectively limit baserunners in order for his ERA to remain at its current mark.
Jun 10 2018Hendricks (4-6) took the loss Sunday against the Pirates despite allowing just one earned run on three hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out four.Hedricks allowed a home run to Josh Harrison to begin the game but then proceeded to shut down Pittsburgh for the rest of his outing. Unfortunately for him, the Chicago offense didn't score while he was in the game. Hendricks will take a solid 3.48 ERA into his next start, which is scheduled for Saturday in St. Louis.
Jun 5 2018Hendricks (4-5) allowed five earned runs over five innings in a losing effort Tuesday against the Phillies. He gave up five hits and three walks while striking out five.The five earned runs are the most Hendricks has allowed this season, while the five innings pitched matches a season low. The 28-year-old still carries a solid 3.59 ERA and will look to shake off this subpar performance quickly. He lines up to face the Pirates for the third time this season in his next scheduled start Sunday.
May 30 2018Hendricks (4-4) took the loss Wednesday against the Pirates, allowing two earned runs over five innings of work. He gave up seven hits and a walk while striking out one.Hendricks allowed a leadoff home run to Josh Harrison and another run in the second inning but settled down from there and pitched reasonably well, though the Cubs' offense offered little support in a 2-1 loss. The righty only threw 71 pitches before getting pulled for a pinch hitter, so he should be fairly fresh for his next start, which is scheduled for Tuesday against the Phillies. Hendricks will take a strong 3.19 ERA into that tilt.
May 25 2018Hendricks (4-3) allowed one run on two hits and two walks while striking out seven over seven innings in a win over the Giants on Friday.He gave up a solo homer to Gorkys Hernandez in the fourth inning but was in cruise control for most of the afternoon, allowing a season low in hits while recording 21 outs on 88 pitches. The 28-year-old Hendricks continues to post stellar ratios on the strength of pinpoint control with help from an above-average groundball rate and strong defense behind him. While the K-rate remains modest, Kendricks has been missing more bats in his last three starts (19 strikeouts in 18 innings). He draws a road matchup with the Pirates next week.
May 19 2018Hendricks lasted five innings in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Reds, allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits and a pair of walks while striking out six in the no-decision.Hendricks allowed one run in the first and another in the fourth before running into some trouble in the bottom of the sixth inning. He allowed an error, a walk, a single and a double before being pulled for Randy Rosario. It wasn't a vintage performance, though his six strikeouts were just one fewer than his season high. He's expected to next take the field Friday against the Giants.
May 13 2018Hendricks gave up four runs (three earned) on six hits and zero walks while striking out six Sunday against the White Sox, taking his third loss of the year.He took a 3-2 lead into the sixth inning, but allowed two more runs to score in the sixth before finishing the frame. As is typically the case for Hendricks, throwing strikes was not an issue, but the White Sox made their hits count in this one. Hendricks now has four straight quality starts (six on the year), but has gone 2-2 over that stretch. He next projects to take the hill Friday in Cincinnati.
May 7 2018Hendricks (3-2) allowed two runs on six hits across six innings while earning the win Monday against the Marlins. He struck out three.Hendricks induced weak contact to great effect, recording 11 groundball outs and nine flyouts as he gave up just two extra-base hits. He allowed single runs on the fifth and seventh innings, but he was staked to a large early lead and coasted to his third win of the season. Hendricks, who now has a 3.02 ERA to go along with a 1.03 WHIP, has allowed three earned runs or fewer in all but one of his outings this season. He'll face the White Sox at home next time out.
May 1 2018Hendricks (2-2) took the loss Tuesday against the Rockies, allowing three earned runs over 7.2 innings. He gave up four hits and two walks while striking out five.Hendricks pitched fairly well in this one but was outdueled by Jon Gray, who allowed just a single run over seven innings. The righty was done in by three Colorado solo home runs, and he's now allowed multiple homers in three of his six starts this season. Hendricks will look to limit the long ball and get back into the win column in his next start Monday against the Marlins, a team he held to just one run over six innings back on March 30.
Apr 26 2018Hendricks (2-1) picked up the win against the Brewers on Thursday, scattering four hits over seven shutout innings, striking out five and walking none as the Cubs won 1-0.Hendricks was brilliant in this one and he's now got an 11:0 K:BB over his last two starts, both of which have resulted in victories. He's sporting solid ratios with a 3.10 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP over 29 innings and he'll look to keep his strong run going against a tough Colorado lineup in his next start on May 1.
Apr 20 2018Hendricks (1-1) got the win against the Rockies on Friday, giving up three earned runs on five hits, striking out six and walking none as the Cubs topped Colorado 16-5.The Cubs offense stole the show by dropping 16 runs on the Rockies but Hendricks held up his end of the bargain as well, limiting a tough Colorado lineup to three earned runs and cruising to his first win of the season. He'll carry a 4.09 ERA, a 1.36 WHIP and a 19:7 K:BB into his next start against the Brewers on April 26.
Apr 12 2018Hendricks (0-1) was a tough-luck loser Thursday against the Pirates, as he allowed just two earned runs over six innings of work. He gave up five hits and three walks while striking out seven.Hendricks was good but Pittsburgh starter Trevor Williams was just a little better, holding the Cubs to a single run in his six innings of work. All of the damage against Hendricks came on a pair of solo home runs, and he's now given up four home runs through his first three starts. On a more positive note, the seven strikeouts more than doubled his season total. Hendricks will look to keep pitching well and hopefully get his first win of the season Tuesday against the Cardinals at home.
Apr 7 2018Hendricks settled for a no-decision in the Cubs' 5-4 win over the Brewers on Friday, giving up nine hits and four earned runs with a walk and a strikeout in five innings.After shutting down the Marlins in his first start of the year, Hendricks proved a bit more vulnerable against the Brewers as he surrendered the four runs on a pair of two-run homers to Eric Thames and Travis Shaw. The outing raised his ERA from 1.50 to 4.09 and opponents are hitting .283 off him so far this year, so Hendricks will look to get back on track in his next start against the Pirates on Thursday.
Apr 6 2018Hendricks took a no-decision Friday against the Brewers, as he allowed four earned runs over five innings of work. He gave up nine hits and a walk, while striking out just one.Hendricks took a step back from his first start of the season, when he allowed just a single run on four hits over six innings against the Marlins. He was victimized by a pair of a two-run home runs from Eric Thames and Travis Shaw, and he didn't miss many bats either. Hendricks will look to limit the long ball and put together a better start his next time out Thursday at home against Pittsburgh.
Apr 3 2018Hendricks next scheduled start has been moved to Friday against the Brewers, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.Hendricks had been scheduled to start Thursday's series opener versus Milwaukee. He'll still face the Brewers as planned, but will have an extra day to rest as Tuesday's game against the Reds was postponed, resulting in Chicago's rotation being pushed back a day.
Mar 31 2018Hendricks gave up one run on four hits and three walks over six innings while striking out five but had to settle for a no-decision in Friday's 2-1 extra-inning loss to the Marlins.The right-hander looked good in his first outing of the season, throwing 55 of 88 pitches for strikes, but Hendricks had no chance at a win in a game that wasn't decided until the 17th inning. He'll next take the mound Thursday in Milwaukee.
Mar 28 2018Hendricks is slated to start the Cubs' second game of the regular season Friday in Miami.Hendricks looked locked in this spring, finishing with a 2.37 ERA and 23 strikeouts in 19 innings. The jump in strikeouts was a nice development for a player with a career K/9 of 8.1, though small sample size caveats have to be applied. The smart money says that Hendricks will see his strikeout rate come down closer to his career mark, but he still figures to be a very strong fantasy pitcher who delivers above-average production in wins, ERA and WHIP
Mar 21 2018Hendricks (illness) threw a 105-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Bruce Levine of 670thescore.com reports.Hendricks was scratched from his scheduled appearance during Tuesday's spring game due to strep throat. There shouldn't be any concern for his availability as Opening Day approaches.
Mar 20 2018Hendricks was scratched from his scheduled minor-league appearance Tuesday with strep throat, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Barring setbacks, Hendricks should be fine by the start of the season. The 28-year-old righty has been excellent so far this spring, striking out 21 batters while walking none in 15 innings.
Mar 6 2018Hendricks is working with new Cubs pitching coach Jim Hickey to fine-tune his curveball during spring training, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.For his career, Hendricks has used the curve just under 8 percent of the time, so it's not something hitters see that much of. The righty has instead mainly relied on a fastball-changeup combo. Perhaps Hendricks will use the pitch more this season if he becomes more comfortable with it during the spring.
Mar 1 2018Hendricks said he feels healthier this spring compared to last year, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Last spring, Hendricks dealt with a sore hand, which he attributed to doing too much work on the side. "It made sense with me because at that point in the year, my mechanics weren't solid, so my reps were getting higher because I was trying to find it," Hendricks said. This year, he said he'll do less between spring training starts in an effort to stay fresh. Hendricks is slated to start the Cubs' second game of the regular season against the Marlins.
Jan 12 2018Hendricks agreed to a one-year, $4.175 million deal with the Cubs on Friday to avoid arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports reports.This marked his first of three offseasons as an arbitration-eligible player. Hendricks was a vital piece of the Cubs' rotation yet again in 2017, posting a 3.03 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with a 123:40 K:BB over 24 starts. Although his numbers didn't compare to his phenomenal campaign a year prior, Hendricks delivered with a great second half of the season after returning from right hand tendinitis in late July.
Oct 11 2017Hendricks will start Game 5 of the NLDS against the Nationals on Thursday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.Hendricks is expected to take the mound against either Gio Gonzalez or Tanner Roark in the decisive Game 5. The 27-year-old picked up a win in Game 1 of the series, tossing seven scoreless innings and allowing just two hits and three walks while striking out six.
Oct 4 2017Hendricks will start Game 1 of the NLDS against the Nationals on Saturday, Jesse Rogers of ESPNChicago.com reports.Hendricks will likely take the mound opposite Stephen Strasburg --
Sep 29 2017Hendricks is a possibility to start Game 1 of the NLDS against the Nationals after his strong finish to the regular season, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.While Jake Arrieta has been dealing with a hamstring issue and Jon Lester has struggled in September, Hendricks has a 2.01 ERA and 1.02 WHIP in 31.1 innings this month. "He might be pitching as well as anybody in the National League right now," manager Joe Maddon said. Maddon didn't go so far as to announce his rotation, and with the series not starting until next Friday, he might wait until next week. However, Hendricks has certainly done enough to earn the nod.
Sep 28 2017Hendricks allowed just four hits with one walk and nine strikeouts over five scoreless innings in Thursday's no-decision at St. Louis.Hendricks was removed from the game after 81 pitches in an effort to ensure that his tank will be full for next week's NLDS start against Washington. He was in line for the win with a 1-0 lead upon exiting, but quickly saw that possibility erased when St. Louis generated a sixth-inning run against reliever Justin Grimm. Hendricks wraps up the regular season with a 7-5 record and 3.03 ERA in 24 starts while finishing strong with eight consecutive quality starts prior to this short yet dominant outing.
Sep 23 2017Hendricks allowed one earned run over six innings in Saturday's loss to the Brewers. He gave up eight hits, posted a 6:1 K:BB, and did not factor into the decision.Hendricks allowed one earned run or fewer for the seventh time in 12 starts, but the Cubs' offense could not do enough damage to earn him a win Saturday. Hendricks is set to make one more start before the regular season concludes, next week Thursday against the Cardinals.
Sep 16 2017Hendricks (7-5) allowed one run on six hits and one walk while striking out five across 7.2 innings to earn the win Saturday against the Cardinals.Hendricks was firing a shutout until giving up a solo homer to Matt Carpenter in the eighth inning, while the offense gave him enough support to help him earn his seventh victory of the season. He's held opponents to three or fewer earned runs in every start he's made since July 24, and he continues to be a strong fantasy producer. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Brewers.
Sep 10 2017Hendricks (6-5) was tagged with the loss Sunday against the Brewers. He gave up four hits and three earned runs over six innings, while walking two and striking out seven.Hendricks pitched pretty well, but the Cubs once again struggled to score runs against Milwaukee pitching in a 3-1 defeat. Hendricks has now logged six straight quality starts, though he only has two wins to show for it. He'll look to keep pitching well and pick up a win in his next scheduled start Saturday against the Cardinals.
Sep 5 2017Hendricks allowed two runs on five hits and no walks across 6.2 innings in a no-decision Tuesday against the Pirates. He recorded two strikeouts.Hendricks allowed just four men past first base on the day, with his only real mistake coming on a two-run home run by Jordan Luplow in the second inning. He threw first-pitch strikes to 19 of 25 batters faced and induced a whopping 13 groundball outs. Hendricks has clearly hit his stride of late, delivering five consecutive quality starts and allowing two runs or fewer in four of those. His good form has lowered his ERA back down to a tidy 3.29 ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Brewers.
Aug 31 2017Hendricks (6-4) allowed two runs (one earned) on five hits with three walks and five strikeouts over 6.2 innings to beat the Braves on Thursday.Hendricks was handed a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning and kept his team in front the rest of the way en route to a 6-2 victory. He has now logged quality starts in four consecutive appearances while posting a 2.10 ERA and 25:9 K:BB over 25.2 innings. Hendricks' next start is scheduled for next Thursday in Pittsburgh.
Aug 26 2017Hendricks (5-4) allowed two runs on six hits while striking out eight across seven innings to earn the win Saturday against the Phillies.Hendricks gave up a first inning homer to Rhys Hoskins, but shut down the Phillies over the next six innings to earn his fifth victory in the campaign. He finished off a solid month of August in which he allowed nine runs in five starts to lower his ERA from 3.80 to 3.45, and he's proven to be a strong fantasy option with limited downside. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Braves.
Aug 20 2017Hendricks allowed three runs on six hits with two walks and six strikeouts over six innings in Sunday's no-decision against the Blue Jays.Hendricks was handed a 3-0 lead in the third inning, but gave it all back by allowing one run each in the fourth, fifth and sixth innings. He still logged a sixth consecutive start with no more than three runs allowed and sports a 2.45 ERA in 33 innings over that span. Hendricks will have a great opportunity to keep that streak going in his next start, as he draws a road date with Philadelphia's 29th-ranked offense.
Aug 15 2017Hendricks gave up five hits and four walks while striking out six over six scoreless innings in a no-decision against the Reds on Tuesday.While he did issue four free passes, tying a season high, Hendricks was able to match zeroes on the scoreboard with opposing starter Luis Castillo. Hendricks got the Reds to look at 17 called strikes and he limited them to all of four flyballs. The right-hander hasn't picked up a win since May 24 -- he spent a month and a half on the DL with a hand injury -- but Hendricks has looked more like himself lately, allowing just six runs over 27 innings since his return in late July. Hendricks lines up to face the Blue Jays at home this weekend.
Aug 9 2017Hendricks allowed only one run on five hits and three walks over 4.2 innings Wednesday, coming away with a no-decision in a 3-1 loss to the Giants. He struck out five.He was locked in a 1-1 tie with Madison Bumgarner, but Hendricks' inefficiency elevated his pitch count and he hit the showers after throwing 96 pitches (58 strikes). The right-hander has only one quality start in his last six trips to the mound -- in fact, he's only worked more than five innings once during that stretch -- but since the All-Star break he's put together a solid 2.57 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 18:5 K:BB in 21 innings. He'll look for win No. 5 on Tuesday at home against the Reds.
Aug 4 2017Hendricks (4-4) gave up three runs on five hits -- including two home runs -- and two walks while striking out five over seven innings in a loss to the Nationals on Friday.Daniel Murphy smacked a pair of homers against Hendricks, bringing his total to 11 allowed in 78 innings this year. Hendricks allowed 15 homers in 190 innings last season. However, aside from those two aforementioned mistakes, Hendricks was solid in his third start back from the DL. He only went a combined 9.1 innings in his first two outings following the seven-week absence, so it's encouraging to see him be more efficient in this one. The right-hander lines up for a favorable road matchup against the Giants his next time out.
Jul 29 2017Hendricks allowed a single run on six hits while striking out three batters through five innings during Saturday's win over Milwaukee. He didn't factor into the decision.Hendricks has been handled cautiously through his first two starts since returning from the disabled list, but he's pitched well. The Cubs are 12-3 out of the All-Star break, and Hendricks should see his leash lengthened moving forward, so everything is trending in the right direction for the righty. Hendricks lines up for a tape-measuring matchup against the Nationals at Wrigley Field in his next start.
Jul 24 2017Hendricks (hand) was activated from the 10-day disabled list in advance of his scheduled start Monday against the White Sox, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.In order to clear room in the rotation for Hendricks, the Cubs announced a few days earlier that Mike Montgomery would transition to a bullpen role. After tossing five no-hit innings for Double-A Tennessee in his most recent rehab start a week ago, Hendricks shouldn't face any limitations with his pitch count in his return from the DL. He'll line up for a two-start week, with his second turn coming in the Cubs' three-game series with the Brewers in Milwaukee over the weekend.
Jul 24 2017Hendricks (hand) allowed one run on eight hits with no walks across 4.1 innings in a no-decision Monday against the White Sox. He struck out five.Making his first start in roughly seven weeks after shaking off a hand injury, Hendricks threw 67 percent of his pitches for strikes and induced plenty of weak contact. He was forced to leave a bit early, however, with an elevated pitch count in the fifth -- partially due to 21 foul balls by the pesky White Sox offense. All in all it was a decent return to the mound for Hendricks, who will carry a 3.95 ERA into Saturday's matchup with the Brewers.
Jul 22 2017Hendricks (hand) will start Monday against the White Sox, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.While Hendricks only built up to 63 pitches in his final rehab start, he was dominant in that outing, throwing five perfect innings with three strikeouts. He will be afforded a relatively soft landing in his return -- the White Sox rank 27th in terms of wRC+ against right-handed pitching this season -- but the second half of the two-step (at Milwaukee) is more daunting.
Jul 19 2017Hendricks (hand) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session over the weekend before being activated from the 10-day disabled list early next week, Jaylon Thompson of MLB.com reports.After tossing five no-hit innings in his second rehab start with Double-A Tennessee on Monday, Hendricks looks more than ready to rejoin the rotation. Though Hendricks would be able to pitch Saturday or Sunday against the Cardinals if needed, the Cubs already have Jon Lester and Jose Quintana, respectively, lined up to start those games following dominant turns their last time out, so the right-hander will get a little extra time to rest up before returning from the DL. Hendricks is seemingly in line to take the hill for one of the Cubs' games July 24-26 against the White Sox, with Mike Montgomery expected to move to the bullpen to open up a rotation spot for him.
Jul 18 2017Hendricks (hand) is expected to make his next start for the big-league club, manager Joe Maddon told 670 The Score.Hendricks was dominant in a rehab start with Double-A Tennessee on Monday, throwing five perfect innings with three strikeouts. He only built up to 63 pitches in that outing, but apparently the Cubs are content to bring him back right away, even if Hendricks is limited in his pitch count initially upon his return. It seems likely that Mike Montgomery will transition back to the bullpen.
Jul 13 2017Hendricks (hand) will start another game with Double-A Tennessee on Monday, Bruce Miles of the Daily Herald reports.Hendricks will likely return to the Cubs following this outing, and could rejoin the rotation during the series against St. Louis. He pitched well during his start this past Monday, allowing one run off two hits while striking out two in 3.1 innings of work. If he's able to duplicate that sort of performance, while lasting a little longer on the mound, he should be able to conclude his time at the minor-league level.
Jul 10 2017Hendricks (hand) allowed one run on two hits and struck out a pair over 3.1 innings in his first rehab outing Monday for Double-A Tennessee.Hendricks was sharp, but the Cubs will likely want him to stretch out a bit more before they bring him back to the majors. He is currently on pace to return shortly after the All-Star break. If Hendricks indeed takes another rehab appearance and remained on schedule, his most logical return date would be July 21 against St. Louis, but it will depend on how the Cubs rotation lines up out of the break.
Jul 10 2017Hendricks (hand) allowed one run on two hits and struck out a pair over 3.1 innings in his first rehab outing Monday for Double-A Tennessee.Hendricks was sharp, but the Cubs will likely want him to stretch out a bit more before they bring him back to the majors. He is currently on pace to return shortly after the All-Star break. If Hendricks indeed makes another rehab appearance and remains on schedule, his most logical return date would be July 21 against St. Louis, but it will depend on how the Cubs' rotation lines up out of the break.
Jul 8 2017Hendricks (hand) will head to Double-A Tennessee on Monday for a rehab appearance, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Hendricks seemingly aced his bullpen session prior to Saturday's game against the Pirates and will move on to the next step of his recovery. Since Hendricks hasn't pitched since early June, the right-hander could be in line for an additional rehab outing depending on whether the organization feels as though he could use the extra work. The plan remains for Hendricks to return shortly after the All-Star break, with more information to come following his start with Tennessee on Monday.
Jul 6 2017Hendricks (hand) will toss his second bullpen session Saturday, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Hendricks could return to the big-league team shortly after the All-Star break, barring any setbacks during his throwing sessions. The right-hander will likely embark on a rehab assignment if all goes well Saturday, and could spend a game or two with one of Chicago's affiliates. A clear timetable should be available following the results of his bullpen this weekend.
Jul 5 2017Hendricks (hand) will likely be ready to embark on a rehab assignment following his next side session, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.The right-hander got through his first bullpen session Tuesday, and he's expected to fire another session later in the week after playing catch a couple of times in the meantime. The exact timetable of his rehab assignment are still unclear, although it seems like a return to the rotation shortly after the All-Star break remains within the realm of possibility.
Jul 4 2017Hendricks (hand) threw his first bullpen session since landing on the DL, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Hendricks was able to toss 25 pitches with no issues during Tuesday's session. He's expected to throw another session in the coming days, after which there could be a clearer timetable for his pending rehab assignment.
Jun 30 2017Hendricks (hand) progressed to 120 feet during his rehab Friday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.The key aspect of this development lies within the fact that Hendricks remained pain-free, and should head to a rehab appearance during the next two weeks. In the meantime, the right-hander will need to throw a few bullpen session without suffering any setbacks. Moving forward, Hendricks could be back soon following the All-Star break, with a clear timetable coming into focus in the next before the end of next week.
Jun 27 2017Hendricks (hand) said he felt good after throwing out to 90 feet Monday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.Hendricks continues to slowly work his way back from tendinitis in his hand. He'll need to get three or four more throwing sessions out to 150 feet under his belt before he is able to progress to throwing a bullpen session, after which there should be a clearer timetable for his return.
Jun 25 2017Hendricks (hand) played catch Saturday and felt no pain, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. He's scheduled to play catch again Sunday.Saturday's toss and catch marked the first time that Hendricks has been able to throw a baseball since being placed on the disabled list on June 8. Though a timetable for his return remains a bit unclear, the fact that he felt no pain Saturday suggests that his rehab is coming along well.
Jun 23 2017Manager Joe Maddon said it's possible Hendricks (hand) could play catch over the weekend, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.This would be a big step for Hendricks, who has been shut down from throwing for the last week after he suffered a setback during a side session. A clearer timetable for his return should become available once he is able to resume his throwing program, though a return before the All Star break remains uncertain.
Jun 18 2017Hendricks (hand) admitted Saturday that he's uncertain if he'll be able to return from the 10-day disabled list before the All-Star break, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports. "We're basically in a waiting game now until I'm asymptomatic," Hendricks said. "I'm just coming in every day, and it has to be any one of these days. Hopefully this week I become asymptomatic, and we can go with the throwing program from there. The throwing program wouldn't be too long, since I was already in season."Hendricks recently underwent a second MRI on his stiff hand that revealed no new information, so the right-hander will simply have to let the pain subside before he resumes playing catch. While Hendricks won't need much time to ramp up once he's cleared to throw again, the uncertain return timeline may make it difficult to justify holding him in shallower formats with limited bench spots.
Jun 16 2017Hendricks' (hand) MRI revealed no new injuries, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.This is good news for the right-hander, although the Cubs still don't have a timetable for his return following the development. It seems like they're just going to wait a few days before attempting to get Hendricks back on track, although more information should become available in the coming days.
Jun 14 2017Hendricks (hand) will undergo an MRI on Wednesday, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.After experiencing a setback in his most recent side session, the right-hander will head in for further testing to get to the root of his problem. Hendricks' plan moving forward is expected to be revealed Friday, which should shed light on whether this is a short-term setback or a problem with long-term ramifications.
Jun 13 2017Hendricks (hand) is not expected to return to the Cubs' rotation over the weekend, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Hendricks' side session Tuesday didn't go as planned as he experienced some discomfort in his hand while throwing, so he'll need some more time off to recover before he is ready to rejoin to the starting rotation. While he's been ruled out for the weekend, it remains unclear when he'll be ready to come off the disabled list seeing as the Cubs don't plan on activating him until he is throwing completely pain free.
Jun 12 2017Hendricks was cleared to resume throwing on the side Tuesday, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Hendricks was re-examined Monday, and apparently everything checked out as he is now expected to resume throwing, putting him one step closer to rejoining the big-league rotation. Barring any setbacks, Hendricks said he could be back for this weekend's series against the Pirates.
Jun 8 2017Hendricks was placed on the 10-day disabled list with right hand tendinitis, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.This is the first word of an injury nagging the right-hander, although it could help to explain some of his recent struggles if the injury stems back to then. The severity of the issue is unknown at this time as well, so for now he only seems to be on pace for one missed start. Mike Montgomery will fill the void in the rotation Friday against Colorado, but he could be tabbed for more starts if Hendricks' hand takes longer to heal.
Jun 5 2017Hendricks pitched four innings, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks while striking out three in a no-decision Sunday vs. St. Louis.Through 11 starts, last year's ERA champ owns a career-high in ERA (4.09) and WHIP (1.20). His 34.1 percent walk rate is a far cry from the 23.2 percent mark Hendricks posted in 2016. The 27-year-old's last two starts (nine runs over nine innings) have been particularly disappointing considering the favorable matchups. San Diego (Monday's opponent) is MLB's worst offense, and St. Louis is below average. That said, Hendricks is no longer a member of fantasy's "set it and forget it" class of pitchers. He'll make his next start at home Friday against Colorado.
May 29 2017Hendricks (4-3) allowed five runs on six hits (one homer) while walking none and striking out five over five innings in Monday's 5-2 loss to the Padres.Most of the damage to Hendricks' line came on a grand slam off the bat of Hunter Renfroe in the fourth inning. After getting off to a strong start -- Hendricks retired the first 10 batters he faced -- he managed to allow seven of his final 11 hitters to reach base. The disappointing outing was the right-hander's worst of the year and comes on the heels of a streak in which he allowed two runs or fewer in six straight starts. Despite an average 7.5 K/9, Hendricks is valuable in all formats because of his solid control and groundball tendencies on one of the best all-around rosters in baseball.
May 25 2017Hendricks (4-2) picked up the win Wednesday against the Giants. He pitched seven innings, and allowed two earned runs on five hits and no walks. He struck out five.Hendricks has been rolling lately, as he's allowed two earned runs or less in six straight starts. While last year's 2.13 ERA may be an unrealistic goal to repeat, Hendricks is showing that he's still a very valuable fantasy commodity. He lines up to face the Padres Monday in his next start, and he should be a solid play against a poor offense.
May 18 2017Hendricks (3-2) allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over six innings in Wednesday's 7-5 win over the Reds.After a bumpy beginning to the campaign, Hendricks has now delivered quality starts in four of his last five trips to the mound. Control remains an issue for him, however, as he's walked multiple batters in seven straight starts and his 3.6 BB/9 is a far cry from the 2.1 and 2.2 marks he posted the last two seasons. The 27-year-old will look for win No. 4 on Monday at home against the Giants.
May 10 2017Hendricks (2-2) went 6.1 innings in Colorado on Wednesday, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and two walks while striking out seven, but he was stuck with the loss anyway.Hendricks had the poor fortune of being on the wrong end of an ultra-rare Coors Field shutout, but he still delivered another quality outing, continuing to put his early-April struggles in the past. The 27-year-old righty's ERA is down to 3.40, which is probably a closer approximation of his true level than that insane 2.13 mark from last year. Hendricks is a solid arm who's basically universally fantasy relevant, but he's not the kind of superstar his 2016 stats would imply.
May 5 2017Hendricks (2-1) allowed no runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five over 5.1 innings, but earned no decision Friday over the Yankees.Hendricks stymied the Yankees bats, though he burned through 94 pitches, keeping him from getting through the sixth inning. After failing to notch a quality start in his first three outings of the year, he's rebounded by allowing just two runs over his last three starts to lower his ERA to 3.51, and although he may not post the amazing stats he did in 2016, he'll continue to be a solid fantasy option. He'll make his next start Wednesday against the Rockies.
Apr 30 2017Hendricks allowed two runs on three hits while walking three and striking out six over six innings for a no-decision in Sunday's 6-2 loss to Boston.That's back-to-back quality starts for the 27-year-old right-hander, and he matched his season high with six K's in a game. It's also a good sign that he was able to hold the hot-hitting Red Sox lineup in check. Hendricks is sporting a mediocre 7.07 K/9 this year but is inducing 49.4 percent ground balls. He doesn't have overpowering stuff, but he limits free passes and keeps the ball out of the air. Hendricks won't be as sharp as he was in 2016, but his last two quality starts give hope to his owners that his ugly start to the year is behind him.
Apr 26 2017Hendricks will have his next scheduled start moved up from Monday against the Phillies to Sunday against the Red Sox, ESPN.com's Jesse Rogers reports.Hendricks had labored through his first three starts of the season, but finally found success in his most recent turn Tuesday against the Pirates, tossing six scoreless innings while giving up four hits and two walks. With the Cubs off the schedule Thursday, manager Joe Maddon will reshuffle his rotation a bit by keeping Hendricks on his normal four-day rest for Sunday's turn, while Brett Anderson gets pushed back a day. Hendricks will thus benefit from a two-start week, though fantasy owners were probably hoping for a better matchup than one against a potent Red Sox offense at Fenway Park.
Apr 25 2017Hendricks (2-1) tossed six scoreless innings against the Pirates on Tuesday, allowing four hits and two walks while striking out three in a 1-0 win.Last year's spectacular 2.13 ERA and 0.98 WHIP were obviously unrepeatable, but Hendricks started this season with an across-the-board statistical decline over his first three starts. This was a major improvement, but still, Hendricks' fastball averaged only 85.9 mph, per Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago -- a season high, but still a huge decline from last year's 87.8. Hendricks has never been mistaken for a fireballer, but this is quite low even for him. Still, at least he's on a positive trend line, and his past results have given us reason to believe that he'll continue rounding into form.
Apr 19 2017Hendricks allowed four runs on four hits (two home runs) and four walks while striking out four batters during Wednesday's win over Milwaukee.This was the first start of Hendricks' career that he allowed two home runs and four walks in the same outing, so all things considered, he was probably lucky to escape without a loss. After turning in a National League-best 2.13 ERA last season, the pendulum has likely swung too far in the other direction, as Hendricks now sports a 6.19 mark through his first three 2017 outings.
Apr 14 2017Hendricks (1-1) allowed three runs on six hits and two walks across five innings in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Pirates. He struck out three.Hendricks looked relatively comfortable and allowed just one run through five innings, but he allowed the first two men to reach in the sixth and was pulled before Justin Grimm allowed them both to score. His command was a bit off by his standards, but he still managed to throw 63 percent of his pitches for strikes and was simply made to pay for location-related mistakes. After an outstanding 2016 campaign, Hendricks has underachieved through his first two starts and will carry an unsightly 5.73 ERA to go along with a 1.27 WHIP into Wednesday's outing against the Brewers.
Apr 8 2017Hendricks (1-0) gave up four runs on five hits and a walk in six innings Saturday, though he struck out six and came away with a win over the Brewers.He uncharacteristically gave up a pair of homers -- Hendricks allowed just 15 in 30 starts last year -- but he also helped his own cause with a run-scoring infield single. Despite being the Cubs' third-best starter, he's lining up fifth in the rotation right now, which may provide Hendricks extra opportunities to rack up wins, as he's better by far than any other team's No. 5 (like Saturday's starter for the Brewers, Tommy Milone). However, his next start is scheduled for Friday afternoon at home against young Pirates ace Gerrit Cole.
Apr 1 2017Hendriks allowed two hits and no runs over five innings in Friday's exhibition against Houston.The right-hander looked sharp throughout the contest, a final tune-up before the season gets underway. Hendriks had been battling food poisoning over the past week, but it appears all systems are go as he prepares for his first start, next Saturday in Milwaukee. He'll be looking to build upon a strong 2016 campaign in which he posted a career-best 2.13 ERA over 30 starts.
Mar 27 2017Hendricks flew back to the Cubs' facility Monday morning after battling food poisoning late Saturday evening, Bruce Levine of 670thescore.com reports.Hendricks said Monday that his illness was caused by a late night trip to Taco Bell that did not sit well. Fortunately, the 27-year-old will have plenty of time to get himself ready to go for the regular season considering that he is not slated to start for the Cubs until their fifth game.
Mar 23 2017Hendricks will pitch in the team's fifth game of the season April 8 in Milwaukee, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.Manager Joe Maddon didn't want lefties Brett Anderson and Jon Lester to pitch in consecutive days, so he put Anderson fourth and Hendricks fifth. That means Lester will follow Hendricks in the rotation. But make no mistake, Hendricks is not a typical No. 5 starter-he led the majors with a 2.13 ERA last season.
Mar 21 2017Hendricks said his goal this season is to toss at least 200 innings, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Hendricks threw a career-high 190 innings last season, finishing 16-8 with an MLB-best 2.13 ERA. He threw 180 innings in 2015, so he's hoping he can increase by 10 once again. "Two-hundred innings," Hendricks said. "Especially with the staff we've got, everybody holds each other pretty accountable for going deep into games. I definitely want to be on that bandwagon." The righty won't rack up as many strikeouts as other aces, but he should be very good in the wins, ERA and WHIP categories once again for fantasy owners.
Mar 5 2017Making his spring training debut, Hendricks pitched two innings and allowed a single hit in Saturday's win against the Dodgers. He struck out one.Hendricks needed just 16 pitches to cruise through the two innings, as the Cubs turned a double play behind him after he allowed a hit. Hendricks led MLB with a 2.13 ERA last season, and while he doesn't offer the strikeout upside of other top fantasy starters, he should still be a very good option on the mound in 2017.
Mar 1 2017Hendricks will make his spring training debut Saturday against the Dodgers, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.The Cubs have yet to use any of their top-four starting pitchers this spring, but Hendricks will get some work in this weekend. After pitching a career-high 190 innings last year, expect Hendricks to slowly build up for the start of the season.
Feb 1 2017Improved command and more effective usage of his secondary pitches helped Hendricks put together his breakout 2016 season, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.According to Statcast, Hendricks had the highest number of pitches that were called strikes outside of the zone in 2016. He also threw more changeups, cutters and curveballs for called strikes than he did in 2015. "I think my command was much better and my mechanics were more solid [in 2016]," Hendricks said. "I could dial in." The stats reflected this, as Hendricks went 16-8 with a MLB-best 2.13 ERA. While that number will almost certainly rise in 2017 given his lack of overpowering stuff, Hendricks appears locked in as a very reliable fantasy option.
Oct 24 2016Hendricks will start Game 3 of the Cubs' World Series matchup with the Indians on Thursday, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.The righty has typically lined up right after Jon Lester in the postseason rotation, but after Hendricks pitched in the final game of the NLCS, manager Joe Maddon opted to shift Jake Arrieta up to Game 2. Hendricks is now scheduled to take the ball for the first game of the series at Wrigley Field, likely against right-hander Josh Tomlin.
Oct 14 2016Hendricks (forearm) has been confirmed as the Game 2 starter of the NLCS, ESPN's Jesse Rogers reports.He was hit by a comebacker in the forearm during the NLDS, but he will be able to stay on turn for the Cubs in the NLCS, as expected. Hendricks will oppose a TBD starter from the Dodgers, as Kenta Maeda is expected to start Game 1, while Rich Hill, Clayton Kershaw and Julio Urias will all likely be unavailable after appearing in Thursday's game.
Oct 13 2016Manager Joe Maddon is leaning toward Hendricks (forearm) to start Game 2 of the NLCS on Sunday, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.The righty was struck with a batted ball in Game 2, but his X-rays came back negative. Though it's still up in the air, Maddon's statement says Hendricks appears to be healthy enough to pitch when the series starts. The pitcher also said he was "good to go" Tuesday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reported.
Oct 9 2016Manager Joe Maddon reiterated Sunday that there is nothing "highly negative" regarding the status of Hendricks' right forearm, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.Hendricks was removed from Saturday's NLDS Game 2 after being struck with a batted ball in the forearm, and X-rays later came back negative. The Cubs are referring to it as a contusion, and as of Sunday, there is no indication Hendricks is in danger of missing a start.
Oct 8 2016X-rays of Hendricks' right forearm came back negative.At this point, the Cubs are referring to the problem as a contusion.
Oct 8 2016Hendricks was removed from Saturday night's NLDS game against the Giants after he was hit by a batted ball on the right forearm, MLB.com reports.Hendricks allowed two runs on four hits in 3.2 innings before being lifted for Travis Wood.
Oct 4 2016Manager Joe Maddon announced that Hendricks will start Game 2 of the NLDS, Jesse Rogers of ESPN reports.Hendricks pieced together his best season in the majors, finishing the season with a 2.13 ERA and a 0.98 WHIP. This strong showing prompted the Cubs to entrust him with the second start of the series, right behind Jon Lester. The right-hander will get the opportunity to face either the Mets or the Giants in the Friendly Confines on Saturday.
Oct 3 2016Hendricks took a no-decision after allowing four runs on six hits and one walk with four strikeouts in five innings during Sunday's 7-4 win over the Reds.Hendricks wasn't at his best in his final start of the regular season, allowing three first-inning runs as well as another in the fourth. The performance lifted his ERA from 1.99 to 2.13, which was still good enough to lead the major leagues. The potential NL Cy Young winner also finished with a 0.98 WHIP and 3.86 K/BB in 190 innings. His 3.20 FIP was more than a full run higher than his ERA, however, suggesting he may be due for some regression next year.
Oct 1 2016Hendricks will be capped at five innings Sunday in his final start of the regular season, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.The Cubs, with nothing to play for besides pride Sunday, will be cautious and limit Hendricks' workload in his final regular-season tuneup. Hendricks brought his season ERA under 2.00 with six shutout innings against the Pirates his last time out and appears primed to start Game 2 of the NLDS.
Sep 26 2016Hendricks (16-8) continued his stellar season on Monday against the Pirates, firing six shutout innings. He allowed seven hits, struck out five, and didn't walk a batter.Hendricks' start dropped his ERA below 2.00 as he continues to build a convincing case for the Cy Young Award. The 26-year-old has allowed just four total runs this month and hasn't surrendered more than two runs in a start since July 26. His final regular-season start will come Saturday in Cincinnati.
Sep 21 2016Hendricks has been confirmed as the starter for Monday's series opener in Pittsburgh, the Daily Herald's Bruce Miles reports.He was pushed back from pitching this weekend in an effort by the Cubs to line up the postseason rotation. Hendricks will now presumably get two starts next week, first against Pittsburgh on Monday and then next Saturday in Cincinnati.
Sep 21 2016Hendricks' next start will be pushed back, and he will not pitch until Monday at the earliest, according to Bruce Miles of the Daily Herald.Hendricks has continued to roll this month with a 1.80 ERA over three starts, and there is no indication he is dealing with an injury, so he is not seemingly being pushed back for performance or health reasons. Rather, with their playoff positioning all but secured, the Cubs are likely pushing Hendricks back to help set up their postseason rotation. Hendricks will not start during the Cubs' weekend series with the Cardinals, but if he takes the mound Monday, he would still be able to get in two starts before the regular season comes to a close.
Sep 19 2016Hendricks was effective in Sunday's start versus the Brewers, allowing just two runs on six hits across six innings. He struck out nine but was made to endure his eighth loss of the season.Hendricks threw first-pitch strikes to 17 of 24 batters and induced 12 swinging strikes across six strong frames, but the offense could not pick him up versus Wily Peralta. Hendricks now has an astounding streak of nine straight starts in which he has gone at least six innings while allowing two or fewer runs, and he is the owner of a terrific 2.06 ERA and a 0.96 WHIP. He will look to extend his streak Saturday versus Cardinals.
Sep 13 2016Hendricks (15-7) allowed just one run on one hit and two walks with seven strikeouts over eight innings in Monday's win over the Cardinals.Hendricks has allowed two runs or fewer in nine straight outings and one run or fewer in each of his past four as he continues to make a shockingly strong case for the Cy Young award. His only weakness compared to other contenders is a relatively low 7.9 K/9, but he has mitigated his lack of strikeouts with loads of grounders (1.7 GB/FB). His 3.38 FIP is practically identical to last year's 3.36 mark, but Hendricks has saved his best for moments with runners on base this year, which has made all the difference.
Sep 5 2016Hendricks (14-7) continued his splendid season on Labor Day, earning the win by holding the Brewers to one run in six innings. He allowed five hits, walked two, and struck out six.Hendricks managed to lower his ERA to 2.07 for the season, while his WHIP dipped below 1.00 to 0.99. To put Hendricks' season in perspective, the 26-year-old hasn't allowed more than three earned runs in a start since May 17. His next start will be Sunday at Houston.
Aug 30 2016Hendricks (13-7) pitched seven scoreless innings, limiting the Pirates to just three hits while walking one and striking out four in Tuesday's win.Hendricks sliced his MLB-best ERA to 2.09 with his sixth straight quality start Tuesday. The right-handed hurler is now 9-1 in his last 10 decisions dating back to June 19 and has seemingly surpassed the NL's reigning Cy Young winner Jake Arrieta as the Cubs most reliable pitcher since the All-Star break. Although his strikeout rate leaves something to be desired, Hendricks more than compensates for it with the NL's second-best WHIP of 0.98. The 26-year-old has been nothing short of a fantasy stud over the past couple months, and he'll look to continue dominating when he makes his next start Monday in Milwaukee.
Aug 24 2016Hendricks (12-7) pitched six innings, allowing two runs, four hits and two walks while striking out eight in Wednesday's win over the Padres.Hendricks has now allowed three runs or fewer in 17 consecutive starts, the longest such streak in the majors this season. Wednesday's win was his third in a row and extended his career-high victory total to 12. The 26-year-old has been phenomenal this season, owning MLB's best ERA at 2.19 through 24 starts and 152 innings. Hendricks finished August with 32 strikeouts over 35.1 innings to go along with his second career complete-game shutout. He'll look to keep things rolling Tuesday in his next start versus the Pirates -- a team he held to one run over six innings in a victory on June 19.
Aug 14 2016Hendricks didn't factor into the decision Saturday versus the Cardinals despite equaling a season high with 12 strikeouts and giving up just two earned runs on five hits over seven innings.The 26-year-old righty was masterful overall, notching a whopping 22 swinging strikes and not surrendering a walk for the second straight start. He stumbled twice overall, surrendering solo homers to Brandon Moss and Jedd Gyorko in the sixth and seventh innings, respectively. Hendricks now has three straight quality starts and has given up just three earned runs in the 23.1 innings over that span. He'll look to get back in the win column when he takes on the Rockies in Coors Field next Friday.
Aug 7 2016Hendricks (11-7) allowed one run on three hits while striking out four over 7.1 innings to earn the win Sunday against the Athletics.Hendricks was masterful while the offense gave him just enough support to help him earn his 11th decision of 2016. He's now held opponents to one or fewer earned runs in six of his last seven starts to lower his ERA to 2.17 on the year. He's now posted an ERA of 2.46 or lower in two of his three seasons with the Cubs. He'll make his next start Saturday against the Cardinals.
Aug 1 2016Hendricks (10-7) allowed seven hits and three walks and struck out five in a complete game shutout Monday over the Marlins.Hendricks used a season high 123 pitches (78 strikes) to pick up the shutout, in which he induced a sharp 11 swinging strikes and 11 groundouts. He has now held the opponent without an earned run in six of his past eight outings, an incredible run in which he has gone 5-1 and lowered his ERA from 2.94 to 2.22. He now owns the best ERA in the Cubs rotation, better than both Jake Arrieta's 2.75 and Jon Lester's 2.95.
Jul 26 2016Hendricks (9-7) allowed three runs on six hits and two walks with seven strikeouts over 5.2 innings in a loss Tuesday to the White Sox.Hendricks hadn't allowed an earned run since June 29th, but had his scoreless streak snapped when Jose Abreu hit an RBI single in the first inning. Still, Hendricks was nasty, as he induced 14 strikeouts and seven groundouts and threw 64 strikes in 97 pitches. Even with the hiccup, Hendricks still owns a slick 2.39 ERA.
Jul 20 2016Hendricks (9-6) threw 6.1 innings shutout innings Wednesday, striking out seven and earning the win against the Mets.Hendricks continues his phenomenal 2016 campaign with his shutdown performance at home against the reigning NL champions. The 26-year-old Dartmouth graduate has dominated hitters despite his lack of velocity (his fastball averages less than 90 mph), and has managed to strike out 96 hitters over 18 starts. Hendricks 9-6 record is actually worse than one might think given his 2.27 ERA and the Cubs dominant offense that's leading the NL in runs. Hendricks is slated to face the rival White Sox in his next start.
Jul 15 2016Hendricks (8-6) fired six innings of three-hit, scoreless ball in Friday's 6-0 victory over the Rangers. He surrendered two walks and struck out three.The 26-year-old righty hasn't given up an earned run over the last three appearances, one of which was a two-inning spot relief stint on July 7. Hendricks has actually only given up three earned runs over his last 31 innings, and has lowered his ERA from 3.05 to 2.41 during that span. He'll look to build on his current three-start winning streak when he takes on the Mets next Wednesday.
Jul 5 2016Hendricks improved to 7-6 by pitching 5.1 innings against the Reds on Monday. He gave up just four hits and one run (zero earned), but only struck out two.Most fantasy owners will take it - improvements to WHIP, ERA, and wins are always nice, but Hendricks threw 100 pitches and couldn't get out of the sixth inning before he was pulled with an 8-0 lead. He'll likely make one more start before the All-Star break, this weekend in Pittsburgh.
Jun 29 2016Hendricks (6-6) dealt 6.2 innings, allowing two runs, eight hits and two walks while striking out five in Wednesday's win over the Reds.Although it wasn't his best performance, Anthony Rizzo's three-run homer in the top of the first allowed Hendricks to settle in early and cruise to his sixth victory. The righty threw 80 of his season-high 117 pitches for strikes while tying his season high for hits allowed. Hendricks' 1.05 WHIP through 15 starts is good for 10th-best in the NL.
Jun 25 2016Hendricks didn't factor into the decision against the Marlins on Friday, despite giving up only a hit and striking out five over five innings. He did surrender four runs (none earned) and four walks.It was an interesting stat line for Hendricks, who gave up a grand slam to Justin Bour that nevertheless left his earned run ledger unscathed due to an error by Addison Russell. Hendricks was mostly effective otherwise, managing first-pitch strikes on 14 of the 22 hitters he faced. His control was an issue however, and was the biggest culprit in the 26-year-old throwing 105 pitches in just five frames. The right-hander has put together a strong month overall that's included a 2.45 ERA, and will look to close it out with a victory against the Reds next Wednesday.
Jun 19 2016Hendricks allowed just one run across six strong innings in Sunday's win over the Pirates, striking out a career-high 12 and walking not a single batter.Hendricks was excellent Sunday, as he threw 20 of 26 first-pitch strikes, pounded the zone at a 67% clip and likely was only pulled after six frames due to his elevated pitch count. Hendricks is now 5-6 on the season, but his strong 2.94 ERA and sharp 1.02 WHIP indicate that more wins are on the horizon. Further, his K/9 rate is up to 8.2 for the season, but he has made strides as a strikeout pitcher this year and could have even more to offer in that regard. He will look to keep it rolling Friday at the Marlins.
Jun 13 2016Hendricks (4-6) allowed four runs (three earned) on six hits with four walks and four strikeouts over 5.1 innings pitched in Monday's loss at Washington.Hendricks has been one of the few underachievers on the Cubs this season, as six of their 19 losses are on his ledger. Those hoping for a rebound effort after a loss in Philadelphia last time out were disappointed to see the right-hander set a season high in walks while giving up the most runs he's allowed since May 17. Getting back on track in his next start won't be easy at home against the dangerous Pirates offense.
Jun 7 2016Hendricks (4-5) surrendered four hits, two earned runs and two walks over five innings in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Phillies. He struck out six.The 26-year-old righty was pulled after 81 pitches, 55 of which he threw for strikes. The outing followed a complete-game victory and eight-inning stint, respectively, in Hendricks' last two trips to the mound. Hendricks gave up a solo homer to the struggling Ryan Howard in the fourth, marking the second consecutive start in which he'd yielded a gopher ball. His ERA remains an impressive 2.90 despite the loss, and he'll try to get back on the winning side of the ledger next Monday versus the Nationals.
May 28 2016Hendricks (3-4) went the distance against the Phillies, surrendering just five hits and an earned run. He struck out seven.Hendricks turned in a gem, throwing 76 of 104 pitches for strikes, notching first-pitch strikes on 26 of 32 batters, and inducing 12 swings-and-misses. It was the 26-year-old's first complete game of the season, and the seven whiffs were his second-best total on the year as well. The effort lowered Hendricks' ERA to 2.93, a stellar figure that belies his current 3-4 record. While receiving less attention than his more publicized rotation mates, the Dartmouth product is enjoying a fine season in his own right, and will look to continue his success against the Dodgers next Thursday.
May 22 2016Hendricks fell to 2-4 after Sunday's loss to the Giants in which he allowed a single earned run with one strikeout and three walks across 5.1 innings.Hendricks allowed just two extra-base hits Sunday, but one of them unfortunately came from opposing pitcher Madison Bumgarner, who doubled in the only run of the game in the fifth inning. Hendricks has now failed to go six innings in either of his last two starts, but he continues to limit baserunnsers and is the owner of a solid 3.30 ERA to go along with a tidy WHIP of 1.06. He has failed to win a game since early May and will look to get back in the left column Saturday at the Phillies.
May 17 2016Hendricks (2-3) allowed four runs on five hits and two walks with six strikeouts over 5.1 innings in a loss Monday to the Brewers.Hendricks was cruising until the sixth inning, when he allowed a walk and three hits including a double to end his bid for a quality start. He gave up a home run for just the second time all season and allowed at least four runs for the first time since April 20 in St. Louis. Hendricks was nasty for the first five innings though, as he induced 10 swinging strikes and eight ground ball outs. Even with this minor setback, Hendricks owns a 3.51 ERA.
May 11 2016Hendricks (2-2) yielded three runs (two earned) on six hits over 6.2 innings in a no-decision against the Padres on Wednesday. He also struck out eight and walked one.That's certainly good enough to win most days with the Cubs offense. The eight strikeouts for Hendricks was a season high, as he threw 66 of his 102 pitches for strikes, 22 of which were called strikes. The Cubs offense gave Hendricks a one-run lead by the time he departed, but reliever Pedro Strop gave up a three-run homer. San Diego won 7-4. Hendricks will make his next start Tuesday versus the Brewers.
May 5 2016Hendricks (2-2) shut the Nationals out over six innings Thursday, giving up just two hits and two walks while striking out four in a winning effort.Five starts into the season, Hendricks is delivering more or less what we expected from him: steady, yet unspectacular ratios. His strikeout rate is a bit better than he gets credit for, but Hendricks' real improvement this year has been in the form of generating ground balls -- his current 60.5 percent rate is among the very best in all of baseball. He may not be the most exciting fantasy asset out there, but he's getting the job done.
Apr 30 2016Hendricks will have his next start pushed back to later next week after Saturday's start was rained out, affording the Cubs an unforeseen off day, MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports.He was scheduled to pitch in the Cubs' first series next week against the division rival Pirates, but the Cubs can now push him back to Thursday against the Nationals, while getting Jason Hammel, Jake Arrieta and Jon Lester taking the mound in the Pittsburgh series. There are not major fantasy ramifications from this move, but owners in leagues with daily moves should make note that Hendricks' next start date has changed.
Apr 26 2016Hendricks took a no-decision as he allowed one run on two hits and a walk over five innings Tuesday against the Brewers. He struck out four.Hendricks was rolling and only needed 69 pitches to get through five nice innings against the Brewers, but he was lifted for a pinch hitter as Joe Maddon decided to trust his excellent bullpen. Hendricks has been solid, with a 3.52 ERA and 2.51 FIP, but he's averaging just over 5.2 innings per start as the Cubs have shown a quick trigger finger during pinch hit opportunities in his starts thus far.
Apr 20 2016Hendricks (1-2) allowed four runs on seven hits with five strikeouts and two walks in a loss Wednesday versus the Cardinals.St. Louis got to him for two runs in the first and two more in the second. After that, Hendricks retired seven of the next nine batters he faced. Through three starts, the strikeout numbers have been pretty consistent for the right-hander, as he's recorded five in each game. Hendricks will make his next start Tuesday versus the Brewers.
Apr 15 2016Hendricks allowed four runs (two earned) on seven hits, he did not walk a batter, and struck out five over six innings of a 6-1 loss to the Rockies on Friday afternoon.Hendricks (1-1, 2.84 ERA) suffered from some timely Rockies hitting and some shoddy defense behind him which is never a good formula for success. He'll try to get back on the winning track when he takes on the Cardinals in St. Louis next time out.
Apr 2 2016Hendricks will pitch a couple innings against the Angels in the team's final exhibition game Sunday before taking the mound against the Diamondbacks next week, ESPN.com reports.After posting a 1.89 ERA in his first five spring starts, Hendricks was hit hard by the Angels his last time out, with Mike Trout and Albert Pujols both taking the right-hander deep for home runs. Hendricks shook off the tough outing, saying "I got a little up which is a good learning experience in spring training." Assuming everything goes smoothly in his final tuneup, Hendricks should make his regular-season debut April 9 at Chase Field in Arizona.
Mar 19 2016Hendricks threw five innings against the White Sox on Friday, striking out three and walking none.Hendricks has made four appearances this spring without a dud in the bunch. Overall he's given up just seven hits and two runs in 14 innings and has a stellar 14:1 K:BB. It shouldn't be long before he's officially announced as the fifth starter for the Cubs this year.
Mar 14 2016Hendricks was sharp Sunday against Oakland, throwing four scoreless innings and striking out five.Hendricks is battling with Adam Warren for the No. 5 spot in the rotation, and while Warren has been fine, Hendricks has been outstanding this spring. In nine innings, he's struck out 11 and walked just one, and his 1.00 ERA and 0.67 WHIP are also impressive. As long as he stays healthy, he should win the job, especially with Warren having experience as a reliever already.
Mar 3 2016Hendricks pitched two innings Thursday in the Cubs' spring opener, giving up one run and striking out four.Hendricks has the inside track for the No. 5 job in the Cubs' rotation. He did nothing Thursday to hurt his chances.
Mar 1 2016Hendricks will pitch Thursday in the Cubs' spring opener Thursday, the team's official site reports.Hendricks is in a battle with Adam Warren for the fifth spot in the rotation, though he's currently considered the heavy favorite. That he's pitching Thursday and Warren isn't pitching until Saturday might be another check mark in his column, but obviously there is a long way to go before such a decision has to be made.
Feb 16 2016Hendricks will likely battle with Adam Warren for the fifth spot in the Cubs' rotation this season, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Hendricks probably has the inside track heading into spring training, especially with Warren's experience as a reliever with the Yankees. Hendricks has made 45 starts in his two seasons with the Cubs, compiling a 15-9 record and 3.50 ERA in the process.
Oct 18 2015Hendricks was named the starter for Game 3 of the NLCS, Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago reports.Hendricks was expected to receive the start in either Game 3 or Game 4, but he has now received the nod for the earlier game. The announcement gives him a chance to pitch multiple times in the NLCS, though the Cubs will likely go with Jon Lester and Jake Arrieta as much as possible.
Oct 18 2015Hendricks will pitch in either Game 3 or Game 4 of the NLCS, MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports.Manager Joe Maddon announced that Hendricks and Jason Hammel will each start in the series, but did not say which game each would pitch. Hendricks is the likely choice, only because it's his turn, but both pitchers will have more than five days of rest since their last start. The Game 3 starter, of course, is far more likely to get a second start in the NLCS, though the Cubs would prefer to use Jon Lester and Jake Arrieta for as many games as possible.
Oct 8 2015Hendricks will start Game 2 of the NLDS, ESPN's Jesse Rogers reports.Hendricks ended the year strong, pitching a shutout through six inning in his final two starts and will look to carry it over to Game 2 of the NLDS when he faces Lance Lynn and the Cardinals.
Oct 3 2015Hendricks (8-7) went six shutout innings Saturday, giving up just one hit while walking none and striking out eight in a 1-0 win over the Brewers.Hendricks impressed in his final start of the season, retiring the first 16 batters he faced before giving up a single to Martin Maldonado. Having now posted quality starts in each of his last three outings, Hendricks has rebounded nicely from a rough August. Between the Triple-A and major league level, Hendricks has now reached 180 innings in two consecutive seasons.
Sep 28 2015Hendricks took a no decision despite throwing six shutout innings Monday against Kansas City. He gave up just two hits and two walks and struck out nine.This was one of Hendricks's best starts of the season, and his best Game Score (75) since his only shutout of the season May 21 against San Diego. It had been a rough go in the second half for Hendricks to this point, as he now has quality starts in consecutive outings for the first time since July 5 and July 10. His ERA is down to 4.09.
Sep 23 2015Hendricks (7-7) struck out eight, but gave up three runs on four hits over six innings in a loss to the Brewers on Wednesday.This was a tough one for Hendricks, who pitched very well and very efficiently -- he threw just 78 pitches while going into the seventh inning -- but was sunk by bad luck and bad bullpen work. It's been an up-and-down season, but Hendricks has shown much-improved bat-missing abilities while retaining his strong control, offering plenty of promise for the long term. In the nearer future, he'll face the Royals on Monday.
Sep 11 2015Hendricks (7-6) pitched well on Friday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks across 6.2 innings in a win over the Phillies. He struck out five.Hendricks never seems to pitch a gem, but he never gets blown up either. In all 28 of his starts, Hendricks has allowed between zero and five runs, except for once. The strikeouts have been consistent as well, as he has struck out between three and seven batters in 14 of his last 15 starts. It may sound harsh, but Hendricks is a boring player with a low ceiling and high floor who is usually good for a quality start with decent peripherals.
Aug 31 2015Hendricks took a no decision Monday against the Reds as he allowed three runs on five hits and three walks over five innings. He struck out four.Hendricks's typically excellent control deserted him a bit Monday, as it took him 92 pitches to get through just five innings and he walked three batters for just the fifth time in 26 starts. He has now gone five starts without a quality start, tying his longest such streak of the season. His ERA is up to 4.15.
Aug 26 2015Hendricks gave up four runs on five hits and three walks, striking out six batters through six innings of a 4-2 loss to the Giants on Wednesday.Hendricks entered the sixth inning having allowed just one extra-base hit, a leadoff home run by Nori Aoki to begin the game. However a triple by Brandon Belt and doubles by Buster Posey and Kelby Tomlinson ruined the evening for Hendricks, as the three extra-base hits pushed across the two deciding runs. The 25-year-old right-hander has now given up five home runs in his last seven starts and has seen his ERA rise 55 points during that stretch. Hendricks will try to reverse his fortunes when he takes the mound in the Windy City against the Reds on Monday.
Aug 21 2015Hendricks allowed three runs on seven hits, walking one and striking out seven over five innings, coming away with a no-decision in the Cubs' 5-3 win over Atlanta on Friday afternoon.He just hasn't been able to get deep into games during the second half. Needing 93 pitches (60 for strikes) to cover five innings in this one, he wasn't around long enough to benefit from the runs his mates put up in the sixth and seventh innings. His ERA has now crept up to 4.03 on the season, so he isn't providing much help to his fantasy owners.
Aug 14 2015Hendricks allowed five runs on eight hits, walking three and striking out three over 3.1 innings, and came away with a no-decision against the White Sox on Friday afternoon.He got off to a strong start this season, but he has been inconsistent at best lately and now carries a lackluster 3.97 ERA. Hendricks has just modest stuff and relies on command, something he has struggled with in recent starts (he needed 86 pitches to record 10 outs), making him a risky play in fantasy play.
Aug 8 2015Hendricks picked up his sixth win of the season Saturday, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks over 5.1 innings while striking out five.The Cubs' bullpen did its best to make anyone invested in Hendricks nervous, giving up three runs in the ninth inning while protecting an 8-3 lead, but he still came away with the victory in the end. He'll carry a 3.73 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 108:27 K:BB ratio in 128 innings into his next start on the road against the White Sox on Friday.
Aug 1 2015Hendricks (5-5) pitched seven innings of one-run ball Saturday, allowing four hits while striking out six in a 4-2 win over the Brewers.Hendricks returned to form, showcasing his trademark control after a pair of unsuccessful outings. He's now allowed one earned run or fewer in five of his last seven starts, and has allowed just two homers since June 24. If those two outings against the Rockies and Reds turn out to be anomalies, he'll be in good shape as the Cubs enter the home stretch.
Jul 28 2015Hendricks gave up four runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings in Monday's no decision against Colorado. He struck out four.Hendricks's control uncharacteristically got away from him, as he walked three batters for the first time since April 29, 16 starts ago. His ERA has risen from 3.44 to 3.81 over his past two starts after he allowed just one earned run in his previous four outings.
Jul 22 2015Hendricks struck out nine and walked two while giving up five runs on seven hits over six innings in a losing effort Wednesday against the Reds.A four-run first inning brought most of the damage against Hendricks, and he settled down to limit the wear and tear on the Cubs' bullpen in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader in the process. The five earned runs allowed Wednesday matched the total he surrendered in his previous five starts combined. Hendricks will face the Rockies at Wrigley Field on Tuesday in his next scheduled start.
Jul 17 2015Hendricks allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits, walking one and striking out five over 5.2 innings, but came away with a no-decision in the Cubs' 4-2 loss to Atlanta on Friday night.It was another solid outing for Hendricks who had not allowed a run in any of his previous three starts, but the Cubs couldn't provide enough run support to get him the win. The streak stretched to 21 innings before Kelly Johnson drove in Nick Markakis with a two-out single in the first inning. Hendricks struggled a bit early on this season, but has dropped his ERA to 3.44 while piling up quality innings for the Cubs and fantasy owners.
Jul 11 2015Hendricks continued his scoreless streak by shutting out the White Sox over seven innings Friday. He has not given up a run in any of his last three starts.Hendricks did not earn a decision however, as the Cubs couldn't score either in an eventual 1-0 loss. In his last three starts, covering 20.1 innings, Hendricks has struck out 16 and given up just 13 hits and two walks. He wasn't pitching particularly well before the streak began, but he's pitching like an ace right now. For the season he has a 3.55 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, and 79:17 K:BB in 99 innings.
Jul 5 2015Hendricks was excellent Sunday against the Marlins, striking out six and walking just one over 7.1 shutout innings to earn his fourth win of the season.The 25-year-old shut down a Marlins offense that is looking increasingly feeble without Giancarlo Stanton and lowered his season ERA to 3.82. Hendricks is also in the midst of a 15.1 inning shutout streak and will next face the White Sox at home Friday.
Jun 30 2015Hendricks stymied the anemic Mets offense on Tuesday, shutting them out for six innings to earn the win.Hendricks allowed just three hits and struck out six in the outing. It had been tough sledding for the second-year hurler before Tuesday's outing, allowing 10 earned runs in his last two starts. The win Monday was his only quality start of June. He'll take the mound against the Marlins next weekend.
Jun 24 2015Hendricks (2-4) lasted only five innings, giving up four runs on four hits and a walk while striking out three in Wednesday's loss to the Dodgers.With Wednesday's five-inning stint, Hendricks hasn't recorded an out in the sixth in any of his last four starts. The 25-year-old is getting by this season with a 4.46 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP, and he'll look to bounce back in his next scheduled start Tuesday at the Mets.
Jun 14 2015Hendricks struck out seven and did not walk a batter while holding the Reds to one run on four hits over five innings Saturday night.He did not factor in the decision, however, as a long rain delay ensured that he didn't pitch deeper into the game (he needed just 57 pitches to get through five frames). Hendricks will face a difficult road test in Cleveland on Thursday in his next scheduled start.
Jun 7 2015Hendricks earned his second win of the season Sunday against the Nationals, allowing three runs (two earned) through five innings with four strikeouts and no walks.The righty did a good job limiting baserunners and his only real mistake came on a two-run home run in the second inning. Washington scored an unearned run in the fifth inning after a Cubs error, but the offense came through and secured the win for Hendricks, whose next scheduled start will come Saturday against the Reds.
Jun 2 2015Hendricks gave up four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out seven in six innings Tuesday in Miami.It may not have been the best outing for Hendricks in terms of run prevention, but he is going deeper into games and missing more bats than he was earlier in the year. After pitching six innings just once in his first seven starts Hendricks has now gone six-plus innings in three-straight outings. He also has three seven-strikeout games in his last four starts, which runs contrary to the scouting report on Hendricks heading into the year. His next start will be Sunday in Washington.
May 26 2015Hendricks gave up one run on four hits and two walks, with four strikeouts over seven innings against the Nationals on Tuesday, but did not factor into the decision in the Cubs' 3-2 win.The lone blemish against Hendricks came on a wind-aided home run off the bat of Bryce Harper in the top of the seventh inning. He didn't get the win, but it was an outstanding follow-up on the heels of his complete game shutout of San Diego last week. Hendricks has lowered his ERA nearly 140 points in his last two starts (from 5.15 to 3.76).
May 22 2015Hendricks (1-1) threw a complete game shutout Thursday against the Padres, striking out seven and giving up five hits.Hendricks hadn't thrown a complete game or shutout in his two-year big league career, and he didn't have a win yet this year. That all changed Thursday, when he dominated the Padres with a five-hit shutout to carry the Cubs to a 3-0 victory. All five of the Padres' hits were singles, and only one baserunner advanced into scoring position when Justin Upton stole second base with two outs in the fourth. Hendricks came into the game with six no-decisions in seven starts, though he left the game with the lead in four of those starts. It was Hendricks' first win of the season, and he'll look to pick up another in his next scheduled start Tuesday against Washington.
May 10 2015Hendricks pitched well against the Brewers on Sunday, striking out three and walking two over 5.1 scoreless innings en route to a no-decision.This was easily Hendricks' best start of the season as he lowered his ERA to 4.65, although he was unable to earn his first victory. The 25-year-old will look to build off of this strong performance in his next start against the Pirates on Friday.
May 5 2015Hendricks struggled again Tuesday, giving up four runs and six hits in five innings against the Cardinals. He struck out one and walked two, but left the game with the score tied.Hendricks has made it through six innings just once in five starts this year, and his ERA is all the way up to 5.61. With a 20:6 K:BB ratio in 25.2 innings, Hendricks hasn't been as bad as his ERA indicates, but he hasn't exactly been good either.
Apr 29 2015Hendricks allowed two runs and five hits in five innings, walking three and striking out six in a loss to the Pirates on Wednesday.Hendricks threw the ball well and had a solid outing, but it just wasn't his night. In the fourth, Starling Marte stole second then advanced to third on a throwing error by catcher Miguel Montero before finally scoring on an RBI single by Jung Ho Kang. In the fifth, Hendricks allowed an infield single and a single to shallow left before hitting Neil Walker with a pitch then walking Marte to allow another run to score. Hendricks will look to bounce back and pick up his first win when he faces off against the Cardinals in his next start Tuesday.
Apr 23 2015Hendricks gave up three runs on five hits over 5.1 innings during Thursday's no-decision in Pittsburgh. He struck out just two, but walked none.Hendricks' control has been pretty sharp early on, as he has 13 strikeouts and just one walk in 15.2 innings. It's hard to judge him too harshly for his ugly early stat line, considering Hendricks had to make his first start of the year at Coors Field, but his pitch-to-contact ways make him a fringe mixed-league arm. He'll get a chance for revenge in a home start against the Pirates on Tuesday.
Apr 18 2015Hendricks turned in a quality start on Saturday, allowing two runs on three hits over six innings while striking out eight.He didn't get a win in a game the Cubs ending up taking in 11 innings, but it was still a great rebound from Hendricks' rough first start of the season in Coors Field. He'll look to keep his momentum going in his next outing in Pittsburgh.
Apr 7 2015Hendricks will start Sunday against the Rockies, Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago reports.Rather than use Tuesday's rainout as an excuse to skip a starter, manager Joe Maddon will push ace Jon Lester to Monday and start Travis Wood, Jason Hammel and Hendricks in Colorado. Hendricks posted just a 32.8% flyball rate in the majors last year but more cautious owners in shallower leagues may want to avoid this matchup.
Apr 3 2015Hendricks was officially named to the Cubs' starting rotation Friday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.This was expected, but the Cubs made it official Friday, tabbing Hendricks and Travis Wood for the final two rotation spots. It's uncertain, however, when exactly Hendricks will make his 2015 debut -- the Cubs have three off days in the first 12 days of the season. Hendricks allowed five earned runs on 10 hits, with nine strikeouts to just one walk, in 12.1 innings this spring.
Mar 3 2015Hendricks has made a goal to pitch 200 innings in 2015, MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports.Manager Joe Maddon indicated Monday that Hendricks will be fourth in the Cubs' rotation this year. Considering that only 14 pitchers topped 200 innings last year and the Cubs' leader (Travis Wood) finished with 173.2, Hendricks' goal might be tough to reach, but he threw for 183 innings between Chicago and Triple-A Iowa in 2014, so it's certainly possible.
Mar 2 2015Cubs manager Joe Maddon said Monday that Hendricks will likely open the season in the starting rotation, mlb.com's Carrie Muskat reports.Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta and Jason Hammel are all locks, with Hendricks seemingly not too far behind. That likely leaves a slew of pitchers to compete for the fifth and final spot, with the group including Travis Wood, Tsuyoshi Wada, Edwin Jackson, Jacob Turner and Felix Doubront. Wada, by far, was the best of that group last season.
Feb 20 2015Hendricks may not start the year in the Cubs' rotation, according to MLB.com's Carrie Muskat.At this point it's just speculation on Muskat's part, and there's still a long way to go, but her projected rotation includes Travis Wood and Edwin Jackson based on their contracts. Wood has been rumored in a number of trades, and Jackson has been awful, so it's still likely that Hendricks - who went 7-2 with a 2.46 ERA in 13 starts for the Cubs last year - will be in the rotation, but it's not a slam dunk yet.
Sep 26 2014Hendricks will not start for the Cubs on Sunday, Bruce Miles of the Daily Herald reports.Hendricks apparently has reached his innings limit for the season, and the Cubs decided to go with Jacob Turner in his place. With the way he has pitched down the stretch for the Cubs, he should be pretty secure in the rotation heading into next season.
Sep 23 2014Hendricks pitched only 5.1 innings, allowing three runs on five hits and one walk, while striking out four in Tuesday's win over the Cardinals.Hendricks is ending his season in style. He has allowed more than two runs only three times in his 13 starts this season. For the the year, Hendricks owns a 2.46 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 47:15 K:BB in 80.1 innings. He'll make one more start, which is set for Sunday against the Brewers on the road.
Sep 20 2014Hendricks will have his start pushed up to Tuesday against St. Louis, which will also allow him to start the Cubs' final game of the season next week, the Daily Herald's Bruce Miles reports.He was originally expected to start Wednesday, but the Cubs will bump him up, meaning he will also be able to pitch Sept. 28 in Milwaukee, giving his fantasy owners an extra outing this season. Pitching against the Cardinals and on the road against the Brewers may not be an ideal pair of games for the young hurler, but he has recorded quality starts in three of his last four games against those two teams, so he's a perfect streaming option for owners looking to pick up some last-minute counting stats next week.
Sep 11 2014Hendricks gave up four runs on six hits and two walks in 5.2 innings against the Blue Jays on Wednesday, falling to 6-2 in the process.Though Hendricks struck out five in the loss, it's possible he's hit a wall. Though he only gave up two runs in his last start, he had zero strikeouts and gave up nine hits. It's still been a fantastic rookie season for Hendricks, who has a 2.38 ERA and 1.09 WHIP in 11 starts for the Cubs.
Sep 3 2014Hendricks (6-1) allowed two runs on nine hits over 5.2 innings Wednesday, completing a sweep of the Brewers.Hendricks didn't walk or strikeout a batter in the contest and avoided any major damage. The 24-year-old was named National League Rookie of the Month in August, after going 4-0 in six starts with a 1.69 ERA, and he kept the momentum going into September. Hendricks won't pitch again until next Wednesday in Toronto as the Cubs go to a six-man rotation.
Aug 29 2014Hendricks tossed six strong innings, giving up two earned runs on five hits and a walk while striking out three in Friday's 7-2 win over the Cardinals.After inclement weather limited his last outing to just two innings, Hendricks continued his stellar rookie campaign with Friday night's effort against the Cardinals. During his second month in the big leagues, the Cubs' young hurler posted an outstanding 1.69 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 20:6 K:BB ratio across 37.1 innings. Hendricks is scheduled to be back atop the mound Wednesday versus the Brewers.
Aug 18 2014Hendricks moved to 5-1 on the season Monday against New York, pitching seven innings of one-run baseball, allowing just five baserunners via three hits and a pair of walks while striking out three.Hendricks lowers his ERA to 1.66 and continues to pitch well since his call-up prior to the All-Star break. The only damage Monday came via a solo home run from Lucas Duda.
Aug 15 2014The Cubs plan to allow Hendricks to pitch into September. He threw 166.1 innings in the minors last season, and he's pretty efficient with his pitches.Though Hendricks isn't a candidate for an extremely early shutdown, this does serve as a good reminder that teams out of the race will start to consider to shut down some of their young pitchers soon.
Aug 14 2014Hendricks will miss out on a two-start week following the announcement that Dan Straily would be added to the rotation Saturday, ESPNChicago.com's Jesse Rogers reports.Hendricks was set to take the hill in Sunday vs. the Mets, but the insertion of Straily into the rotation will push everyone back a day. All is not lost for Hendricks, however, as he'll still get his two starts next week. As things stand now, he's set to face the Mets in Monday's series finale and the Orioles on either Aug. 23 or Aug. 24.
Aug 13 2014Hendricks threw 7.1 scoreless innings in a win over the Brewers on Tuesday, striking out five and walking one.Hendricks' brief big-league career has been a rousing success, as he's 4-1 with a 1.73 ERA and 1.01 WHIP in six starts. He's hurled quality starts his last five times out.