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MLB Player Data
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Jun 24 2025Urena signed a minor-league contract with the Twins on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins mark the fourth organization Urena has signed with this season after previously spending time with the Mets, Blue Jays and Dodgers. The 33-year-old owns a 5.40 ERA and 1.53 WHIP across 18.1 innings between the three clubs, and he'll begin his time with the Twins at Triple-A St. Paul.
Jun 13 2025Urena cleared waivers Friday and elected free agency. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers designated Urena for assignment Tuesday to clear roster room for Matt Sauer. The 33-year-old Urena gave up one earned run in three innings during his time with the Dodgers but still owns a 5.40 ERA and 1.53 WHIP across 18.1 frames on the season. His next opportunity is likely to come in the form of a minor-league contract.
Jun 10 2025The Dodgers designated Urena for assignment Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed one run over three innings covering two appearances during his brief time in a Dodgers uniform. He's clearing out to make room on the roster for Matt Sauer, who has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City and is expected to start Tuesday's contest in San Diego.
Jun 3 2025Urena signed a one-year major-league contract with the Dodgers on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was DFA'd by Toronto on Saturday after turning in a 3.65 ERA and 1.22 WHIP in 12.1 innings with the team. He opted for free agency upon clearing waivers and will now join forces with Los Angeles to help out a Dodgers bullpen that has been decimated by injuries. Will Klein was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move, and Chuckie Robinson was designated for assignment to clear a 40-man spot for Urena.
May 31 2025The Blue Jays designated Urena for assignment Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has surrendered five earned runs in 12.1 innings since joining the Blue Jays on May 3. Despite his improved performance after a rough start with the Mets, he'll now be pushed off the 26-man and 40-man rosters to make room for Easton Lucas, who was recalled to Toronto in a corresponding move. Urena owns a 4.78 ERA and 1.40 WHIP across his MLB career, but his recent run with the Jays may capture the attention of other teams in need of pitching help.
May 22 2025Urena gave up two hits and struck out one in two scoreless innings of relief Wednesday during a 14-0 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw 35 pitches (24 strikes), which could leave him unavailable to provide any length out of the bullpen when Eric Lauer makes his next scheduled start Friday in Tampa Bay. Urena has a 4.82 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 3:3 K:BB in 9.1 innings over four appearances (two starts) since joining the Blue Jays, but he seems unlikely to be a factor in the team's rotation any time soon, given his recent usage.
May 11 2025Urena allowed one run on two hits and a walk while failing to record a strikeout over two-plus innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was making his second start with the Blue Jays after giving up two runs over 4.1 innings to the Angels on Tuesday. He made it just once through the Mariners' lineup Sunday, which looks like it may have been planned -- he threw 31 pitches (19 strikes) in this outing compared to 74 pitches Tuesday. The Blue Jays have yet to reveal their pitching plans for the week ahead, but it's possible Urena could be shifting into an opener or piggyback role rather than functioning as a traditional starter.
May 8 2025Urena will start Sunday against the Mariners, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena signed with the Blue Jays on Saturday and made a start for the team five days later. He'll stick in the rotation for now and could realistically be relied upon until Max Scherzer (thumb) can return. Urena has allowed seven earned runs across 7.1 innings and two appearances this season.
May 6 2025Urena allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out two over 4.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena did fine, throwing 52 of 74 pitches for strikes in his Blue Jays debut. The right-hander has starting experience but has rarely been able to maintain a full-time gig in any team's rotation. He's allowed seven runs with a 5:2 K:BB over 7.1 innings between the Mets and the Blue Jays this season. Should Urena stick in the rotation for another start, he is tentatively scheduled for a road outing in Seattle this weekend.
May 3 2025Urena signed a major-league contract with the Blue Jays on Saturday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena elected to become a free agent Thursday after being DFA'd by the Mets, and it didn't take long for him to find a new home north of the border. The 33-year-old righty owns a 4.10 ERA and 1.36 WHIP in 112 innings since the start of the 2024 season and has worked primarily as a reliever during that span. He'll eventually be joined on the Blue Jays' pitching staff by Spencer Turnbull, who also signed a big-league deal with the team Saturday.
May 1 2025Urena cleared waivers Thursday and elected to become a free agent, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was designated for assignment after giving up five runs during his three-inning save against the Nationals on Monday. He'll now seek out another opportunity in free agency rather than returning to Triple-A Syracuse, though he isn't likely to attract more than a minor-league contract after turning in a 4.77 ERA and 1.43 WHIP in the majors since 2023.
Feb 27 2025Urena agreed Thursday with the Mets on a minor-league contract that includes an invitation to spring training, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena will give the Mets a swingman option after their rotation depth took a hit with recent injuries to Frankie Montas (lat) and Sean Manaea (oblique). The 33-year-old made nine starts and 24 relief appearances with the Rangers last season, collecting a 3.80 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 70:39 K:BB across 109 innings.
Sep 15 2024The Rangers placed Urena on the 15-day injured list Sunday with right shoulder fatigue. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena will be eligible for activation Sept. 29, but since the Rangers will wrap up their regular season that day, he'll most likely be shelved for the remainder of 2024. The right-hander served as an occasional rotation fill-in and long-relief option this season, making 33 appearances (nine starts) and providing a 3.80 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 70:39 K:BB across 109 innings. Urena is scheduled to become a free agent this winter.
Sep 6 2024Urena did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks over 5.2 innings against the Angels. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander served as the bulk reliever, firing 75 pitches and finishing the game after Gerson Garabito and Walter Pennington opened the contest. All three runs Urena allowed came via a homer by Logan O'Hoppe in the sixth inning. The 32-year-old has been a useful tool for manager Bruce Bochy to bridge the gap between numerous rotation injuries this season. He's now made 32 appearances -- including nine starts -- while pitching to a 3.69 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 68:38 K:BB across 107.1 innings.
Sep 1 2024Urena gave up one run on eight hits and one walk while striking out two across 4.2 innings of relief in Sunday's 6-4 extra-inning win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the sixth appearance in a row, Urena covered at least four innings, with each of the latter three outings coming out of the bullpen. With Walter Pennington serving as the Rangers' opening pitcher and recording the first five outs, Urena came on to spell him as a bulk reliever. Urena would have been on track for a win after departing with a 2-1 lead following the sixth inning, but the Athletics rallied for the tying run in the top of the eighth to deny him the victory.
Aug 20 2024Urena (4-8) scooped up a win while working in long relief in Monday's 4-3 victory over the Pirates covering four scoreless innings and striking out three batters. He scattered two hits and two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starting in his last three appearances and taking losses each time out, Urena was moved to the bullpen Monday with the Rangers opting to keep Cody Bradford and Dane Dunning in place as back-end starters in the rotation. Dunning opened Monday's game and gave up three runs over four innings prior to getting piggybacked by Urena, who was able to maintain the Rangers' one-run lead for the next four innings before handing the ball off to closer Kirby Yates in the bottom of the ninth. Though Urena could have a chance at poaching more wins if the Rangers continue to deploy him in tandem with Dunning in the latter's future starts, manager Bruce Bochy is likely to be more flexible with his usage of Urena, making it difficult to stream him with much reliability.
Aug 14 2024Urena (3-8) took the loss Tuesday as the Rangers were downed 9-4 by the Red Sox, coughing up six runs on seven hits and two walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old right-hander held Boston to one run through the first four innings but fell apart in the fifth, getting chased from the game after serving up a three-run homer to Connor Wong. Urena's return to the rotation in August has been a disaster, and he's been saddled with a 10.66 ERA, 2.05 WHIP and 5:5 K:BB through 12.2 innings over three starts. With Max Scherzer (shoulder), Jon Gray (groin) and Jacob deGrom (elbow) all lacking clear timelines to rejoin the rotation, the Rangers might be stuck with Urena in the role, although Dane Dunning could be stretched out enough to be an option.
Aug 7 2024Urena (3-7) took the loss Wednesday against the Astros, allowing two earned runs on six hits and three walks in four innings. He did not record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was fortunate to escape with only two earned runs as he allowed multiple baserunners in each of the first three frames, stranding seven runners with the help of two double plays. The 32-year-old failed to record a strikeout Wednesday and has now registered a paltry four punchouts over his last three appearances (12.1 innings). During that span, the right-hander owns an ugly 7.30 ERA, 2.64 WHIP and 4:3 K:BB. With Max Scherzer (fatigue) out until at least August 15, Urena could make another start for the short-handed Rangers. If he does stick around in the rotation, Urena will likely face off against the Red Sox early next week.
Aug 2 2024Urena (3-6) took the loss Friday against the Red Sox, allowing seven runs on eight hits and no walks over four innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander made his first start since June 5, firing 69 total pitches in this outing. Despite entering with an impressive 2.84 ERA over 31.2 innings across six starts this season, Urena was knocked around by the Red Sox, yielding three extra-base hits en route to a season-worst seven runs. With Max Scherzer (shoulder) hitting the injured list Friday, Urena likely sticks in the Texas rotation for the time being. He lines up to face the Yankees on the road in his next start.
Aug 1 2024Urena will start Friday against the Red Sox, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has stretched out to complete three and 4.1 innings in his last two appearances, respectively. Each of those came in long relief, but he'll draw his seventh start of the season Friday. Urena has a solid 2.84 ERA with a 21:8 K:BB in 31.2 frames as a starter this season.
Jun 23 2024Urena picked up the save Sunday against Kansas City, allowing one hit and one walk with one strikeout across four scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rangers only needed two pitchers Sunday, with Max Scherzer handling the first five frames before giving way to Urena for the final 12 outs. The save was Urena's first since 2019 and just the fifth of his nine-year MLB career. While the 32-year-old allowed two baserunners, he only faced 12 batters as Maikel Garcia got caught stealing in the sixth and Nelson Velazquez grounded into a double play in the eighth. In 19 appearances (six starts), Urena owns a 2.92 ERA and a 1.12 WHIP but has a 16.8 percent K rate.
Jun 14 2024Urena allowed two hits and a walk while striking out two over 3.1 scoreless innings of relief in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Andrew Heaney struggled over 4.2 innings, but Urena's strong performance spared the Rangers' bullpen. Prior to Friday, Urena had worked as a starter, covering 31.2 innings with a 2.84 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 21:8 K:BB over his previous six appearances. Urena's at a 3.23 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 39:18 K:BB through 55.2 innings overall. The Rangers have a short-term dilemma on their hands, as Urena has been at least as good as Heaney, though both pitchers could be out of the rotation once Max Scherzer (back/arm) is able to return.
Jun 5 2024Urena (2-5) earned the win over Detroit on Wednesday, allowing one run on one hit and one walk while striking out six batters over 6.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena got through five perfect frames until Tigers rookie Justyn-Henry Malloy tagged him for his first MLB homer leading off the sixth inning. Urena rebounded by retiring the next five batters before getting pulled following a two-out walk in the seventh. The veteran righty's 6.2 frames tied a season-high mark and were enough to give him his third quality start over his past five appearances. Despite Urena's strong outing, he may be pushed out of the rotation this weekend if Jon Gray (groin) is ready to return from the injured list.
Jun 1 2024Urena (1-5) took the loss Friday, giving up four runs (two earned) on four hits and two walks over 2.1 innings as the Rangers fell 8-2 to the Marlins. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: An error by Marcus Semien in the third inning did Urena no favors, but the right-hander also wasn't fooling anyone, managing only five swinging strikes among his 65 pitches before getting the hook. Urena is on his fifth team in four seasons since leaving Miami after the 2020 campaign, and while he sports a solid 3.74 ERA and 1.34 WHIP through 45.2 innings for Texas this year, his 5.61 ERA and 1.59 WHIP over the prior three seasons suggest regression is coming. If he gets another turn through the rotation, Urena lines up for a home start next week, either Wednesday against the Tigers or Friday against the Giants.
May 29 2024Urena (lower leg) said that he's been cleared to start Friday against the Marlins, Jeff Wilson of RangersToday.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena departed his most recent start last Friday versus the Twins after being struck in the left foot/ankle area by a comebacker. He checked out fine, though, and isn't expected to have any limitations Friday against one of his former clubs. Urena has been surprisingly solid since sliding into the Texas rotation, holding a 2.78 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 14:5 K:BB over 22.2 innings covering four starts. That said, with Nathan Eovaldi returning from the injured list Tuesday and with Jon Gray (groin) potentially set to be activated next week, Urena wouldn't appear to be guaranteed any starts beyond Friday.
May 25 2024Urena was removed from Friday's game because of swelling in his left lower leg, Kennedi Landry of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was hit by a comebacker in the ankle area of his left leg during the third inning but remained in the game. He made it through another two innings and attempted to warm up for the sixth when the discomfort became too much. Texas manager Bruce Bochy said the team wasn't too concerned about the injury and that Urena will be checked out again Saturday.
May 24 2024Urena (1-4) allowed three runs on nine hits and a walk over five innings Friday, striking out six and taking a loss against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena turned in two straight quality starts before Friday's outing. He needed 95 pitches to get through five innings, though he managed to set a new season high with six punchouts. The 32-year-old righty has posted a 2.78 ERA through 22.2 innings since joining the Rangers rotation. He's sporting a 3.53 ERA with a 30:14 K:BB through 43.1 frames. As of now, Urena's next start is expected to come in Miami.
May 18 2024Urena allowed a run on four hits and a walk while striking out three over six innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has allowed five runs (four earned) over 17.2 innings across his three starts, though he has just one win to show for it in that span. The lone run on his ledger Saturday came from a Taylor Ward solo home run. Urena now has a 3.29 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 24:13 K:BB over 38.1 innings across 13 appearances (three starts) this season. Dane Dunning (shoulder) and Nathan Eovaldi (groin) both resumed mound work this week as part of their injury rehab, so Urena seems likely to get another start, tentatively projected to be a tough road outing in Philadelphia.
May 12 2024Urena (1-3) allowed two runs on six hits and a walk while striking out three over 6.2 innings, but he took the loss Sunday versus the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena pitched well, especially given the unfriendly venue, in his second start of the campaign. He's allowed four runs (three earned) with a 5:3 K:BB over 11.2 innings across two starts since moving into the rotation. Urena has a 3.62 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 21:12 K:BB over 32.1 innings across 12 appearances this season, though he began the year as a long reliever. If Nathan Eovaldi (groin) can return when first eligible May 18, Urena will likely return to the bullpen. A pair of off days (Thursday and Monday, May 20) could also allow the Rangers to get by with a four-man rotation temporarily, though Urena's pitched well enough that it wouldn't be odd to see him get another start.
May 7 2024Urena (1-2) earned the win Wednesday against Oakland, allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was able to minimize the damage through his first two innings before holding the A's to just one baserunner (who reached on an error) over his final three frames. The 32-year-old Urena had allowed four earned runs over 3.2 innings in his previous two appearances out of the bullpen. His ERA sits at 3.86 with a 1.29 WHIP and 18:11 K:BB this season. With Nathan Eovaldi (groin) working his way back from the IL, Urena will likely return to a relief role.
May 6 2024Urena will start Tuesday's game against the Athletics, Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will mark Urena's first start of the 2024 season, though he's given the Rangers length out of the bullpen at times through the first month of the campaign. He most recently worked three frames April 27 vs. Cincinnati and three innings April 18 against Detroit, and he figures to eat up at least two or three innings Tuesday if all goes according to plan.
Apr 14 2024Urena (0-1) picked up the loss to Houston on Saturday. He allowed five runs on six hits and one walk while striking out one over 1.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed his first runs of the season after throwing 9.1 scoreless frames. He ran into some bad luck during Houston's seven-run seventh inning. Three of the five hits allowed during the inning had expected batting averages of .040, .150 and .180.
Apr 9 2024Urena allowed one hit and struck out four over four scoreless relief innings in Monday's 10-5 loss to Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rangers had all sorts of pitching issues Monday, but Urena wasn't one of them. He entered to start the sixth inning with Texas losing 10-5 and held the Astros in check. Unfortunately for the Rangers, their high-powered offense was unable mount a challenge against a string of Houston relievers. An under-the-radar offseason addition, Urena's strong spring earned him a roster spot as a flexible member of the bullpen that can provide length. He's yet to allow a run over three outings -- two hits, two walks and seven strikeouts over 7.1 innings.
Mar 28 2024The Rangers selected Urena's contract from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran hurler held a 2.25 ERA and 14:3 K:BB over 16 innings this spring to win a spot on the Opening Day roster. Most of Urena's big-league experience is as a starter, but he will be used in long relief by the Rangers for the time being.
Mar 27 2024Rangers general manager Chris Young said Wednesday that Urena will be included on the Opening Day roster, Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena had been attending spring training as a non-roster invitee, so he'll need to be officially added to the 40-man roster and 26-man active roster prior to Thursday's season opener versus the Cubs. The journeyman right-hander holds unremarkable numbers (4.89 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 6.9 K-BB%) while mostly serving in a starting role over parts of nine seasons in the big leagues, but he impressed as a reliever in the Cactus League with a 2.25 ERA and 14:3 K:BB over 16 innings.
Mar 7 2024Urena allowed one run on two hits and two walks while striking out three over four innings in Thursday's start against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena made his second Cactus League appearance and first start. The 32-year-old right-hander is well down the list of starters in camp, but manager Bruce Boche isn't ruling out a flexible role for Urena if he pitches his way onto the Opening Day roster.
Jan 16 2024Urena signed a minor-league contract with the Rangers on Tuesday that includes an invitation to spring training. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena made a combined 10 starts for the Rockies and White Sox last season, producing an ugly 6.45 ERA and 29:22 K:BB over 44.2 innings. The 32-year-old veteran will probably begin the 2024 season as part of Triple-A Round Rock's rotation.
Oct 1 2023Urena did not factor into the decision, allowing four hits and three walks over six scoreless innings in Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Padres. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena finished the season on a high note, working his way through the Padres lineup without difficulty. The right-hander finished his season with a 6.45 ERA and 1.61 WHIP across 44.2 innings with 29 strikeouts. Urena is expected to look for a new contract in free agency this winter.
Sep 26 2023Urena (0-7) took the loss Tuesday, allowing seven runs (four earned) on four hits and three walks over four innings against the Diamondbacks. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena struggled to get through the Diamondbacks order Tuesday, allowing three runs across his first three innings of work before leaving the bases loaded in the fifth with no outs. Through nine starts, Urena has taken seven losses, and he's surrendered four or more earned runs in two of his last three appearances. Urena is lined up to make one more start this week, closing out the 2023 regular season for the White Sox at home against the Padres on Sunday.
Sep 19 2023Urena did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing one run on four hits over six innings against the Nationals. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While he wasn't able to pick up the win Tuesday, it was an impressive performance from Urena, who held the Nationals scoreless through his first five innings. In three starts (16.1 innings) with Chicago, Urena's surrendered eight runs on 15 hits while tallying 15 strikeouts. Overall, the veteran right-hander is 0-6 with a 7.27 ERA across 34.2 innings between the White Sox and Rockies this season. Urena is currently scheduled for a home matchup with the Diamondbacks in his next outing.
Sep 15 2023Urena (0-6) took the loss against Minnesota on Thursday, allowing six runs on seven hits while striking out eight batters over 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena gave up a pair of solo shots in the fourth inning, but those were the only runs he gave up through six frames. Things fell apart for him in the seventh, however, as he allowed four straight one-out hits that led to four runs, with Kyle Farmer's two-run homer being the biggest blow and marking the end of his outing. Urena has been tagged with the loss in all but one of his seven appearances this season, compiling an ugly 8.48 ERA, 1.88 WHIP and 20:16 K:BB over 28.2 frames.
Sep 14 2023Urena is scheduled to start Thursday's game against the Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be making his second straight turn though the rotation after he struck out three and allowed one run on four hits and two walks across four innings while taking a loss against the Tigers in his White Sox debut last week. Between stops with the White Sox and Rockies this season, Urena owns an 8.46 ERA, 2.10 WHIP and 12:16 K:BB in 22.1 innings, so he'll be difficult to rely on even in the deepest of fantasy leagues.
Sep 10 2023Urena (0-5) took the loss Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over four innings against the Tigers. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his first big-league action since April 23, Urena fired 75 pitches and limited the damage to one run, which came on an infield single in the second inning. However, the White Sox lineup failed to provide adequate run support and the righty was tagged with his fifth loss of the year. The 31-year-old compiled a 9.82 ERA, 2.24 WHIP and 6.9 BB/9 across 18.1 innings in five April starts with the Rockies and posted a 5.60 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 3.4 BB/9 across 88.1 minor-league innings this year before getting promoted by Chicago. His season-long ERA now sits at 8.46, marking the seventh time in nine MLB seasons that Urena has posted an ERA north of 5.00 in his career. If he remains in the rotation, he is likely to make his next start at home against the Twins.
Sep 9 2023Urena's contract was selected as expected Saturday ahead of his scheduled start against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena opened the year in the Rockies' rotation but didn't last a month before being designated for assignment, having posted a 9.82 ERA and 9:14 K:BB across first starts. He spent most of the middle part of the season pitching for Triple-A Rochester in the Nationals system, where he struggled to a 6.31 ERA. He could remain in Chicago's rotation the rest of the year with Michael Kopech moving to the bullpen, but he's unlikely to be a usable option in many fantasy leagues.
Sep 8 2023The White Sox will select Urena from Triple-A Charlotte to start Saturday's game against Detroit, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: If Urena is able to put up a good performance against the Tigers, it's possible he remains in Chicago's rotation down the stretch with Michael Kopech now in the bullpen. Urena has put up a 3.38 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through 21.1 innings in Triple-A since signing with the White Sox in August, but a 5.77 ERA in the majors since 2022 should keep fantasy managers cautious of the 31-year-old.
Aug 8 2023Urena signed a minor-league contract with the White Sox on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was released by the Nationals on Thursday after putting up a 6.31 ERA and 1.58 WHIP through 67 innings with their Triple-A affiliate. He'll now get another chance in the minors with the White Sox, but he doesn't project to make it back to the big leagues based on his current production.
Apr 1 2023Urena (0-1) took the loss Saturday, allowing four runs on five hits and four walks over 2.1 innings against the Padres. He struck out zero. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed a two-run homer in the first inning to Xander Bogaerts, and he gave up a two-run double to Matt Carpenter in the third. Urena threw 40 of 71 pitches for strikes, and he did not fool the San Diego hitters throughout the outing. Urena is a tough sell for fantasy, but he's scheduled to face a beatable Washington lineup next week.
Nov 11 2022Urena agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Rockies on Friday, which includes a club option for 2024, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander began 2022 in a relief role for the Brewers but was let go in May and joined the Rockies. He worked as a starter in Colorado and had a 5.14 ERA, 1.57 WHIP and 60:38 K:BB across 89.1 innings.
Oct 4 2022Urena did not factor in the decision against the Dodgers on Monday, allowing one run on five hits and no walks while striking out four batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have wrapped up MLB's best regular-season record, but that didn't intimidate Urena as he logged one of his best starts of the campaign. The right-hander gave up only one run (on a Trayce Thompson solo homer) and didn't walk any batters for just the second time this season. It was the culmination of a nice late-season turnaround for Urena, who had a 6.13 ERA after a poor start Sept. 4 but has since lowered that to 5.01 by giving up just seven earned runs over 28 innings across his subsequent five starts.
Sep 29 2022Urena (3-8) was tagged with the loss against San Francisco on Wednesday, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and four walks while striking out six batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena tied his season high with six strikeouts in the contest, but he also issued a season-high four walks. He needed 96 pitches to get through five frames and ended up with his second loss to the Giants over the past week. Urena made five starts in September, posting a 3.95 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 27.1 innings while registering an 0-3 record.
Sep 22 2022Urena (3-7) allowed two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out six across 5.2 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The majority of the damage against Urena came on a solo home run by Mike Yastrzemski in the sixth inning. Otherwise, Urena generated an impressive 15 swinging strikes on a total of 94 pitches and also induced six groundball outs. He's pitched well across his last three starts, maintaining a 2.12 ERA across 17 frames. However, for the season, Urena still owns a 5.34 ERA with a 53:39 K:BB in 86 innings.
Sep 18 2022Urena did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing one run on seven hits and two walks over six innings against the Cubs. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed an RBI single from P.J. Higgins with two outs in the fifth inning for the first run of the game. The righty has been awful overall in his last 10 starts with a 7.03 ERA and 1.77 WHIP over 48.2 innings; however, the 31-year-old has allowed only one run in back-to-back outings and has gone five straight without surrendering a home run.
Sep 10 2022Urena pitched 5.1 innings against Arizona on Saturday, allowing one run on five hits and two walks while striking out five batters. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed just a fourth-inning run and didn't give up any extra-base hits, but Colorado's offense wasn't able to get on the board until after he departed in the sixth frame. It was nonetheless a nice bounce-back performance for the right-hander after he was punished for seven runs (six earned) over 5.1 frames in his previous start. Urena's home park and vulnerability to blow-ups make him difficult to roster in fantasy, though he's pitched at least five innings while giving up three or fewer runs in four of his past seven outings.
Sep 4 2022Urena (3-6) allowed seven runs (six earned) on eight hits and a walk while striking out just one over 5.1 innings, taking the loss in the second game of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed the Reds to piece together a five-run rally in the fourth inning, though a Ryan McMahon throwing error didn't help the cause. In the sixth, the Reds started building again before manager Bud Black went to the bullpen. Urena was responsible for two of the Reds' five runs in the sixth. This was the fifth time in his last nine outings that the 30-year-old righty has allowed at least four earned runs. He has a 6.13 ERA, 1.67 WHIP and 38:34 K:BB through 69 innings across 16 outings (12 starts) between the Rockies and the Brewers this year. Urena is projected for a home start versus Arizona next weekend.
Aug 30 2022Urena (3-5) earned the win Tuesday, allowing two runs on six hits and two walks over five innings against Atlanta. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite failing to record a clean inning, Urena was able to hold Atlanta to two runs and earn his third win of the season. More impressive was that the outing came at home, where he sported a 7.36 ERA entering Tuesday. The surprise performance is unlikely to be repeatable as Urena carries an ugly 5.18 xFIP and 5.54 xERA on the season, but he will look to do just that in his next scheduled start against Cincinnati this weekend.
Aug 24 2022Urena (2-5) allowed nine earned runs on nine hits and three walks while striking out one across 1.1 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed two earned runs in the first inning, but really imploded in the second frame when he allowed eight of the nine batters he faced to reach base. Entering Wednesday's start, Urena had turned in quality starts in two of his last three outings -- though he had only a 10:7 K:BB across 18.2 frames in that span. Urena now has a 5.98 ERA with a 31:31 K:BB in 58.2 innings for the season.
Aug 20 2022Urena (2-4) gave up three earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out three over 6.2 innings to earn the win in a 7-4 victory over the Giants on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena tied his longest appearance of the season in a quality start which earned him his second win. Urena has not issued less than two walks in any start since being acquired by the Rockies at the beginning of July, and he does not make up for his control problems with strikeout stuff. The 30-year-old sinkerballer came into the game with a terrible walk rate of 4.6 BB/9 to go along with a 4.8 K/9. He is expected to make his next start at home versus Texas.
Aug 13 2022Urena (1-4) allowed four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five across six innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed multiple home runs for the second straight start. Emmanuel Rivera tagged him for a pair of solo shots while Josh Rojas added a two-run blast to account for the four runs on his line. Urena hasn't shown much over his last five outings, yielding 25 runs (21 earned) across 24.1 innings. He has a 4.80 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 27:26 K:BB through 50.2 innings in 12 outings (eight starts) between the Rockies and the Brewers this year. Urena is tentatively projected for a home start versus the Giants next week.
Aug 7 2022Urena allowed three runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out two across six innings in a no-decision versus the Diamondbacks on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena completed six frames for the first time in four starts. All three runs against him came via the home run -- he gave up a two-run blast to Christian Walker in the first inning and a solo shot to Emmanuel Rivera in the sixth. Urena has given up four homers in 37 innings across seven outings with the Rockies, with three of those homers coming in road games. He's pitched to a 4.63 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and 22:24 K:BB across 44.2 innings between the Rockies and the Brewers this year. The right-hander is lined up for another start versus the Diamondbacks next weekend, with that outing in Colorado's Coors Field.
Aug 3 2022Urena didn't factor into the decision in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Padres, giving up two runs on three hits and three walks over four innings as the Rockies fell 3-2. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander continues to struggle with his control. Urena has issued multiple free passes in all six of his starts for Colorado since joining the club at the beginning of July, leading to a rough 4.94 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and 17:16 K:BB through 31 innings. The 30-year-old isn't exactly solidifying his spot in the rotation, but the Rockies also don't seem to have any better options.
Jul 28 2022Urena (1-3) allowed 10 runs (seven earned) on eight hits and three walks while striking out two over three-plus innings, taking the loss Thursday versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While three errors from the Rockies' defense, including one error by Urena, didn't help his cause, the right-hander proved no match for the Dodgers' powerful offense. He gave up multiple runs in each of the first two innings and then failed to record an out and put four runners aboard in the fourth before Austin Gomber was brought in to relieve him. Urena's ERA skyrocketed to 4.67 with a 1.62 WHIP and 19:18 K:BB across 34.2 innings in nine appearances (five starts) between the Rockies and Brewers this season. His last two starts have been his worst of the season, but the Rockies will likely need to keep him in the rotation with eight games in seven days next week. He's expected to make a road start in San Diego.
Jul 23 2022Urena (1-2) was tagged for the loss against Milwaukee on Saturday, allowing six runs (five earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five batters over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena allowed only one extra-base hit in the outing, but it was a big three-run home run off the bat of Hunter Renfroe in the fourth inning. Prior to that hit, he had held the Brewers scoreless and appeared on his way to another successful appearance. Urena came into the contest having notched three straight quality starts during which he'd given up just three runs over 18.2 frames. The right-hander still has a solid 3.13 ERA through 31.2 innings on the campaign.
Jul 17 2022Urena (1-1) gave up five hits and two walks while striking out four over six scoreless innings to earn the win in a 2-0 victory over the Pirates on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena took advantage of the lowly Pirates offense, going six strong for his first win of the season. The veteran right-hander has been solid in his three starts since being recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque on July 7. He has given up only three earned runs in 18.2 innings as a starter. Despite playing well in the opportunities he has been given this season, it is unclear if he will hang in the rotation since Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) is expected to return after the All-Star break.
Jul 11 2022Urena (0-1) allowed two runs on seven hits and three walks with three strikeouts in six innings, taking the loss Monday versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was able to limit the damage to a Luke Voit sacrifice fly in the first inning and a Jake Cronenworth solo home run in the third. Through two starts, Urena has allowed three runs, 12 hits and six walks in 12.2 innings -- that's better than the five runs (four earned) he allowed 7.2 innings in four relief outings with the Brewers early in the year. The right-hander has a 2.66 ERA, but an ugly 1.48 WHIP and 8:11 K:BB in 20.1 innings shouldn't give fantasy managers much confidence. He's still expected to make a home start versus the Pirates this weekend, but Urena may not stick in the rotation once Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) returns.
Jul 10 2022Urena is scheduled to start Monday's game against the Padres in Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll get a second turn through the rotation after he passed his first test with the Rockies following his promotion from Triple-A Albuquerque last week. In a tough road start in Los Angeles, Urena took a no-decision while limiting the Dodgers to one run on five hits and three walks while striking out two in 6.2 innings. Pitching in altitude at hitter-friendly Coors Field will present an even stiffer test for Urena, who looks like a high-risk fantasy option to close out the first half even though he'll line up for two starts. His second start of the week would also come at home Saturday in Pittsburgh, so he has the potential to inflict major damage on fantasy managers' ratios.
Jul 7 2022Urena pitched 6.2 innings against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing one run on five hits and three walks while striking out two. He didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was promoted from Triple-A Albuquerque to make the start after appearing in four games as a reliever with the Brewers earlier in the campaign. The veteran hurler held his own against one of the game's top offenses, keeping the Dodgers scoreless through six frames before giving up his first run in the seventh. Urena finished with an efficient 89 pitches over 6.2 frames and didn't allow any extra-base hits, but he had to settle for a no-decision due to a quiet Colorado offense. After Wednesday's strong outing, it seems likely that he'll get another start with Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list.
Jul 6 2022Urena had his contract selected by the Rockies and will start Wednesday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena joined Colorado on a minor-league deal in mid-May and will make his first start of the season in Los Angeles. The 30-year-old appeared in four games as a reliever for the Brewers earlier in the year and allowed three earned runs with a 3:5 K:BB over 7.2 innings. Urena covered six innings during his last start with Triple-A Albuquerque.
Jul 4 2022Urena is expected to make a spot start Wednesday against the Dodgers, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena spent the first month of the 2022 season with the Brewers, posting a 3.52 ERA and 1.57 WHIP with a 5:3 K:BB across 7.2 frames in a relief role before being designated for assignment in early May. If the right-hander is confirmed as Wednesday's starter, it would mark his first big-league action since April 26. Urena has worked five and six innings in his last two minor-league outings, respectively, so he could potentially work more than a few frames if things go well.
May 13 2022Urena signed a minor-league contract with the Rockies on Friday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was designated for assignment by Milwaukee in early May, and he elected free agency rather than accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Nashville. However, he'll settle for a minor-league deal with Colorado. The right-hander will work out at the Rockies' extended spring training facility in Arizona before presumably reporting to Triple-A Albuquerque.
May 2 2022The Brewers designated Urena for assignment Monday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was moved off the 40-man roster and 26-man active roster to clear room for infielder Luis Urias (quadriceps), who was activated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. After earning a spot on the Brewers' Opening Day roster as a long reliever, Urena floundered over his four appearances out of the bullpen, giving up five runs (three earned) on seven hits and five walks while striking out three over 7.2 innings.
Mar 30 2022Urena's contract was selected by the Brewers on Wednesday, Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena signed a minor-league deal with Milwaukee on Tuesday and will be added to the 40-man roster a day later. He made 26 appearances (18 starts) for the Tigers last year and posted a 5.81 ERA and 1.60 WHIP in 100.2 innings. The right-hander should serve as a long reliever for the Brewers and will be available to serve as a spot starter, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
Mar 29 2022Urena signed a minor-league contract with the Brewers on Tuesday, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena spent last season in Detroit and appeared in 26 games (18 starts) with a 5.81 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 67:42 K:BB over 100.2 innings. The right-hander should report to big-league camp for the final stages of spring training, but he'll likely open the season at Triple-A Nashville since the Brewers have an established rotation.
Sep 6 2021Urena (3-8) earned the win Sunday against Cincinnati after tossing 2.2 scoreless innings, allowing five hits and striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena registered his third win of the season and while he piggybacked Casey Mize's start effectively, this wasn't a quiet outing as the boxscore suggested -- he routinely allowed baserunners and was far from dominant. Either way, this was a step in the right direction for Urena, who has been pitching poorly during most of the year. He has tossed three scoreless outings over his last four appearances, but he still owns a below-average 5.95 ERA across 87.2 innings through 20 appearances (18 starts).
Aug 29 2021Urena didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-2 extra-inning loss to the Blue Jays, allowing three hits over three scoreless innings. He struck out two without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the right-hander couldn't give the Tigers any length after being activated from the IL, Urena did stymie the Jays over his 49 pitches (32 strikes). Detroit has used piggyback and tandem arrangements in the past, so it's possible they keep pairing up Urena with someone like Tyler Alexander down the stretch rather than stretching him out; however, it's tough to get excited about his fantasy potential in either scenario. Urena will take a 5.96 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 54:37 K:BB through 83 innings into his next outing.
Aug 28 2021The Tigers reinstated Urena (groin) from the 10-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Urena is activated to start Saturday's game against the Blue Jays. He's only going to pitch a few innings, as he's been out since mid-July and isn't built up for long outings. It's not entirely clear what Urena's role will be for the remainder of the season, as he can't currently provide length as a starter but it's been a couple years since he pitched out of the bullpen.
Aug 27 2021Urena (groin) will return to start Saturday's game against the Blue Jays but won't throw more than two or three innings, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A groin issue has kept Urena sidelined since mid-July. He's been a starter all season but wasn't pitching deep into games prior to the injury, throwing no more than 4.2 innings in any of his last six starts. That may have been mostly due to performance rather than workload management, however, as he struggled to an 11.76 ERA over that stretch. Tyler Alexander is expected to follow him out of the bullpen Saturday.
Aug 22 2021Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said Sunday that a decision hasn't been made whether Urena (groin) will serve as a starter or reliever upon returning from the 10-day injured list, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena made his second rehab start at Triple-A Toledo on Saturday, striking out two over two scoreless frames. He made the appearance on three days' rest rather than the standard four between starts, which would seemingly hint that the Tigers are leaning toward deploying him as a multi-inning arm out of the bullpen once he's activated. The need for the Tigers to build Urena back up for starting duty is lessened by the fact that he's on a similar recovery timeline as Matthew Boyd (triceps), whose impending return from the IL would allow Detroit to keep its six-man rotation intact.
Aug 17 2021Urena (groin) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday and threw 13 pitches in a scoreless inning, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not the type of length you'd expect from a starter to begin a rehab assignment, so it's worth keeping an eye on his workload in subsequent outings. Urena landed on the shelf with groin tightness in mid-July, and a shift to the bullpen would allow for a shorter rehab stint and quicker return to the majors since he wouldn't need to build up to a starter's workload. For now it's unclear how the Tigers plan to utilize the right-hander once he's healthy.
Aug 12 2021Urena (groin) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Thursday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has been on the injured list since July 17 due to right groin tightness, and he'll return to game action exactly one month after he sustained the injury. The right-hander resumed mound work last week, and his rehab assignment will allow him to build up his pitch count. However, the Tigers haven't yet indicated when Urena will be cleared to rejoin the major-league club.
Jul 27 2021Urena (groin) has been throwing flat-ground sessions but hasn't gotten on the mound yet, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena went down July 17 with right groin tightness and appears at least a couple weeks from returning. After he eventually begins throwing bullpens from the mound, the righty will still have to face hitters and will likely require a minor-league rehab assignment as well. In 17 starts this season, Urena has pitched 80 innings, posting a 6.19 ERA and 1.65 WHIP.
Jul 17 2021Urena (groin) was placed on the 10-day injured list following Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Groin tightness shortened Urena's start Saturday and will now sideline him for an indefinite period of time. Details about the righty's injury and a timeframe for his return should become clear in the coming days.
Jul 16 2021Urena won't start the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Twins after it was postponed due to inclement weather, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was poised to start the first game out of the All-Star break for Detroit, but the twin bill was called off due to rain. One of the contests will be made up via a doubleheader Saturday, while the other will be played Aug. 30. The Tigers haven't announced their updated pitching plans, but Urena should still pitch at some point against Minnesota this weekend.
Jul 6 2021Urena allowed five runs on six hits across 4.2 innings and did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the Rangers. He walked four and struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he avoided losing his ninth game of the season, Urena was once again ineffective for the Tigers. In his last six starts, the righty is 0-4 and has allowed a whopping 30 earned runs in just 22.2 innings. As a result, Urena's ERA has climbed to 6.43, and he simply can't be trusted by fantasy managers right now. He lines up to face the Twins on Sunday in his next scheduled start and will look to begin turning things around.
Jun 30 2021Urena allowed four runs on five hits across 3.1 innings and did not factor into the decision Wednesday in Game 1 against Cleveland. He walked one and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena had his start bumped back from Tuesday after that game was rained out, and the righty didn't benefit from the extra rest. He allowed four solo home runs in the first half of the doubleheader and has now given up 11 total long balls this season in 72.1 innings. The struggles keeping the ball in the park have led to a 6.22 ERA for Urena, which isn't a huge surprise considering he posted an ERA above 5.00 each of the last two years. He lines up to start again Monday against Texas, and fantasy managers should tread lightly given the 29-year-old's current form.
Jun 29 2021Urena won't pitch as scheduled Tuesday against Cleveland since the game was postponed due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The contest will be made up as part of a doubleheader Wednesday. Urena will start Game 1 of the twin bill while Wednesday's originally scheduled starter, Wily Peralta, starts the nightcap.
Jun 24 2021Urena (2-8) was charged with the loss Thursday against the Astros after surrendering six runs (four earned) on eight hits and a pair of walks while striking out one across 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It started off with a five-pitch first inning, but it went downhill from there. While the 29-year-old managed to keep the ball in the park, he couldn't find a way to silence Houston's bats as he got hammered for the third straight game. Urena has now given up 21 runs (18 earned) over his past three starts (9.2 innings). The veteran righty will attempt to right the ship in his next appearance, which is tentatively scheduled on the road against Cleveland on Tuesday.
Jun 18 2021Urena (2-7) took the loss against the Angels on Friday, allowing seven runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out four over 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander fared well enough through four frames, giving up a pair of runs but allowing Detroit to stay within striking range. Things fell apart for Urena in the fifth inning, however, as he surrendered three home runs along with a single and a walk to depart with a seven-run deficit. The veteran has now given up 15 runs (14 earned) over his past two starts covering six innings, pushing his season ERA up to 5.79. He'll attempt to turn things around in his next appearance, which is tentatively scheduled to come at home against the Astros on Thursday.
Jun 12 2021Urena (2-6) allowed eight runs (seven earned) on five hits and three walks with one strikeout in 1.2 innings, taking the loss versus the White Sox on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena's shortest start of the year was quite the disaster, as he also gave up a season-high seven earned runs. The right-hander has struggled to a 5.16 ERA, 1.54 WHIP and 37:27 K:BB across 61 innings this season. He projects to make his next start on the road versus the Angels next week.
Jun 6 2021Urena (2-5) allowed three runs on six hits and two walks over five innings Sunday, striking out one and taking a loss against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All the damage against Urena came during a three-run second inning on RBI singles by Andrew Vaughn and Tim Anderson. It was his first start since May 26 after a short stint on the injured list with a forearm issue. The 6-foot-2 saw his ERA jump to 4.25 through 59.1 innings. Urena is lined up for a rematch with the White Sox at home next weekend.
Jun 4 2021Urena (forearm) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list to start Sunday against the White Sox, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena hit the 10-day injured list May 29, with the move being retroactive to May 27, making him eligible to be activated Sunday. Initial reports were that Urena would likely only miss one turn through the rotation, and that appears likely to be the case. The right-hander has posted a 4.14 ERA to go along with a 35:22 K:BB through 54.1 innings this season.
May 29 2021Urena was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right forearm strain Saturday, retroactive to May 27. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move is backdated to Thursday, so he'll be eligible to return as early as June 6. Hinch said Saturday that he's confident that Urena will be able to make his next start, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. The Tigers haven't announced who will start in his place early next week, but Michael Fulmer could be a candidate for a spot start. Infielder Zack Short was recalled from Triple-A Toledo in a corresponding move.
May 28 2021Urena (forearm) could miss his next scheduled start, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena's next turn through the rotation tentatively lines up for Monday, but he was removed from Wednesday's start against Cleveland due to right forearm cramping. Manager AJ Hinch said Friday that Urena is feeling better and wants to pitch Monday, but he's leaning toward using another pitcher to start against the Brewers. However, Hinch also said Friday that Urena and the Tigers will come to a collective agreement in the next 24 hours.
May 26 2021Urena was removed from Wednesday's game against Cleveland with right forearm cramping. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old allowed three hits with three walks and two strikeouts through 5.2 scoreless innings before exiting during an at-bat. It doesn't appear to be a serious issue, though Urena's availability for his next turn through the rotation is up in the air.
May 21 2021Urena (2-4) allowed five runs on 10 hits over six innings Friday, striking out one and earning the win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena had allowed just two runs through five innings before an ugly sixth inning put a dent in his outing. He gave up an RBI single to Ryan O'Hearn before Michael Taylor knocked a two-run homer. Miguel Cabrera's grand slam gave Detroit the lead the next half inning, so Urena picked up his second win of the year and first since April 27. Over his last three outings, the 29-year-old has given up 11 runs while striking out just five batters in 13 innings. Urena is expected to face Cleveland at home next week.
May 16 2021Urena (lower leg) is not expected to miss a start, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It seemed like Urena was fine after he was struck in the leg by a line drive Saturday -- he was seen celebrating with his teammates after the walkoff win -- and manager A.J. Hinch confirmed Sunday that Urena will remain on schedule. Urena has worked around a lot of traffic on the basepaths (1.45 WHP) to a decent ERA (4.22) so far. He lines up to face the Royals in Kansas City in his next start.
May 15 2021Urena is considered day-to-day but appeared fine after being struck by a line drive in the lower leg during Saturday's loss to the Cubs, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.. He didn't factor in the decision after giving up four runs on five hits with one strikeout and one walk over 2.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was struck by the liner during the second inning and returned for the following frame, but he was chased after giving up a pair of doubles. Urena was seen celebrating with his teammates with no issues after the walkoff win, so he should be okay for his next turn through the rotation.
May 8 2021Urena didn't factor into the decision Saturday against the Twins after giving up two runs on nine hits and two walks while fanning three across 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena dealt with 11 baserunners but limited the damage to just two runs -- and both came on a two-run shot from Josh Donaldson in the top of the fifth. The 29-year-old right-hander has been remarkably consistent this season since he's allowed two or fewer runs in each of his last six outings, and his 1-4 record can be explained by the lack of run support he's received. Urena's next start is scheduled for next week at home against the Cubs.
May 2 2021Urena (1-4) allowed only two runs across seven innings but took the loss Sunday against the Yankees. He gave up three hits and a walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena pitched well and was one off his season high in strikeouts, but New York starter Corey Kluber was even better, blanking the Tigers across eight innings. Urena has gone exactly seven innings in four straight starts and has allowed a total of just seven earned runs during the stretch, but he only has a 1-2 record to show for it as the Detroit offense has done very little to help the starting pitchers. Urena will look for a little more run support in his next scheduled start Friday against the Twins.
Apr 27 2021Urena (1-3) allowed two runs (one earned) across seven innings to pick up the win Tuesday against the White Sox. He gave up seven hits and three walks while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: True to form, Urena didn't rely on overpowering stuff, but he was able to keep a tough Chicago lineup in check and pick up his first win in a Tigers uniform. A lack of strikeouts typically limits his fantasy appeal, but Urena does now have a solid 3.77 ERA through five appearances, and he's allowed exactly two earned runs in each of his past four starts. The righty will look to keep rolling against the Yankees on Sunday.
Apr 22 2021Urena allowed two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out two across seven innings Thursday against the Pirates. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It looked like it would be a long outing for Urena, who surrendered two runs in the opening frame. However, he allowed only three baserunners across his next six innings on the mound to turn in his second consecutive seven-inning effort. Urena has maintained a 4.57 ERA and 19:12 K:BB through four starts this season and is projected to draw his next start Tuesday at the White Sox.
Apr 16 2021Urena (0-3) allowed two runs on seven hits and two walks over seven innings in Friday's loss to Oakland. He struck out eight and took the loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena cruised through three scoreless innings to start the game before coughing up two runs in the fourth. His offense couldn't get much going against Frankie Montas so the 29-year-old was tagged with a loss despite producing his best outing of the season. He now owns a 17:11 K:BB and 5.52 ERA through 14.2 frames. Urena will face the Pirates at home next Thursday.
Apr 11 2021Urena (0-2) allowed two runs on three hits and five walks while fanning four across 4.2 innings in Sunday's loss against the Indians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena struggled in his first start of the season and things didn't change Sunday -- even though he limited the damage to just two runs, the control issues plagued him once again. He now owns a 9:9 BB:K over his first 7.2 innings of the campaign.
Apr 5 2021Urena (0-1) took the loss after surrendering six runs (five earned) on four hits and four walks while striking out five over three innings Monday against Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins were locked in on Urena from the start, putting up one run in the first and five in the second with the help of a Nelson Cruz grand slam. Urena threw first-pitch strikes to just four of the 16 batters he faced and was pulled after hurling 81 pitches (39 strikes). He'll get a chance to redeem himself in his next scheduled start Sunday in Cleveland.
Mar 29 2021Urena allowed one run across 4.2 innings in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees. He gave up one hit and five walks while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The five walks are a little concerning, but it was otherwise a good start for Urena, who finishes spring training with a solid 1.93 ERA. The righty will open the season in Detroit's rotation, slotting in somewhere behind Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd.
Mar 26 2021Urena has officially won a spot in the Tigers' rotation, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena made just five starts last season and didn't look good, struggling to a 15:13 K:BB and 5.40 ERA with the Marlins. He owns a 1.93 ERA and 1.07 WHIP in 9.1 innings so far this spring, though his 2:4 K:BB tells a different story. It's tough to get very excited about him for fantasy purposes, as he owns a career 4.60 ERA and 15.9 percent strikeout rate.
Mar 24 2021Urena allowed one run across 4.2 innings in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies. He gave up five hits and a walk with no strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has made three appearances this spring and has allowed just two earned runs across 9.1 innings. The righty only has two strikeouts, and he's never been a big strikeout guy, so he's unlikely to help fantasy managers there. However, Urena should at least be locked into a rotation spot with the Tigers and able to make plenty of starts.
Mar 6 2021Urena (forearm) will start Sunday's spring game against the Blue Jays, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old arrived a couple days late to camp due to travel issues and will see his first game action of spring training Sunday. Urena joined Detroit on a one-year, $3.25 million deal after being non-tendered by Miami in December, and he's a likely bet to open the season in the starting rotation. The right-hander had a 5.40 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 15:13 K:BB over 23.1 innings for the Marlins last season before fracturing his right forearm in the season finale.
Feb 18 2021Urena (forearm) arrived at camp Thursday but still has to going through intake protocols before joining his teammates, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was briefly delayed by travel issues but should still have time to build up for the start of the regular season. He's likely to be a member of the Tigers' rotation to open the year, though he'll have to prove his health in camp, as he fractured his forearm in late September.
Feb 17 2021Urena (forearm) hasn't yet arrived at spring training due to travel issues, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena signed a one-year deal with the Tigers in December, but he'll be unavailable to begin spring training due to his travel issues. It's not yet clear when he could join the team, but he'll likely serve as a starter for Detroit once he's available. The righty made five starts for the Marlins last season, recording a 5.40 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 23.1 innings.
Dec 23 2020Urena (forearm) signed a one-year, $3.25 million contract with the Tigers on Wednesday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was non-tendered by Miami at the start of December shortly after being designated for assignment, but he's found another big-league opportunity in Detroit. Urena started five games in 2020 and had a 5.40 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 15:13 K:BB over 23.1 innings before fracturing his forearm in the last game of the regular season. The right-hander will presumably enter spring training as a member of the Tigers' starting rotation, though he did work out of the bullpen for part of 2019.
Dec 2 2020Urena (forearm) was non-tendered by the Marlins on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was designated for assignment Monday and will now be heading to free agency. Urena started five games for Miami in 2020 and had a 5.40 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 15:13 K:BB across 23.1 innings. The right-hander posted a similar ERA and WHIP while splitting time between the starting rotation and bullpen in 2019.
Nov 30 2020Urena (forearm) was designated for assignment Monday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was the team's longest tenured player, and Mish reports the Marlins were originally going to non-tender Urena on Wednesday. Instead, they cast him off the 40-man roster to make room for the newly acquired Adam Cimber. Urena fractured his forearm in late September and is questionable for the start of spring training.
Sep 27 2020Urena fractured his right forearm during Sunday's regular-season finale against the Yankees and will miss the entire postseason, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was struck by a comebacker in the third inning Sunday, and his injury will force him out until at least spring training. The right-hander finishes the season with a 5.40 ERA and 15:13 K:BB over 23.1 innings.
Sep 23 2020Urena (0-3) allowed four runs on six hits and two walks over six innings of work Tuesday during the Marlins' 11-1 loss to the Braves. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was plagued by home runs from Marcell Ozuna and Ozzie Albies in the first two innings, but held a potent Braves offense mostly in check. The 29-year-old righty will carry a 6.00 ERA into his next start, which is scheduled for Miami's season finale versus the Yankees on Sunday.
Sep 17 2020Urena (0-2) took the loss after allowing two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six over 5.2 innings Thursday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena pitched well through the first five innings before finding trouble, surrendering two runs in the sixth on a single to left field. Unfortunately, he didn't get any run support from the Marlins' offense on the night. Urena has struggled to a 6.00 ERA and 1.53 WHIP with a 10:9 K:BB over 15 innings this season.
Sep 13 2020Urena (0-1) allowed six runs on five hits (two home runs) and four walks while striking out two across 4.1 innings Saturday as he was handed the loss against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena's night couldn't have gotten off to a worse start as he let up a first-inning grand slam to Didi Gregorius for an early 4-0 deficit. The hard-throwing righty later surrendered a solo home run to Bryce Harper in the third and did not make it out of the fifth frame after running into more trouble while closing in on 100 pitches for the night. Through two starts since being reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list, Urena has a 7.71 ERA and a troublesome 4:7 K:BB across 9.1 innings but should maintain his spot in the rotation with Elieser Hernandez (lat) being ruled out for the remainder of the season.
Sep 7 2020The Marlins activated Urena from the COVID-19 injured list ahead of his scheduled start Monday against the Braves. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami cleared room for Urena on the 28-man active roster by optioning infielder Eddy Alvarez to its alternate training site, while outfielder Harold Ramirez (hamstring) was transferred to the 45-day IL to open up space for the right-hander on the 40-man roster. Urena has spent the last three weeks at the Marlins' alternate site in Jupiter building up his arm after he was shut down in late July when he tested positive for COVID-19. With Miami dealing Caleb Smith to Arizona last week and with Elieser Hernandez (lat) recently suffered a season-ending injury, Urena should be locked into a rotation spot the rest of the way.
Sep 6 2020Urena (illnes) will return from the injured list and start against Atlanta on Monday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena tested positive for COVID-19 in late July but has been working out at the team's alternate site since Aug. 15. He'll fill the opening in the rotation left by Elieser Hernandez, who suffered a season-ending lat injury Tuesday. It's unclear what kind of pitch count Urena will be on, though he doesn't figure to work deep into starts initially.
Sep 2 2020Urena (COVID-19) could be activated from the injured list to start Monday's game against the Braves, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After testing positive for COVID-19 in late July, Urena was cleared to resume working out at the Marlins' alternate training site Aug. 15. Though the right-hander has seemingly built his arm back up following the shutdown, he's been sitting in limbo at the alternate site since Miami didn't have a spot available for him in the rotation. Urena looks poised to get a start in the near future, however, as the Marlins will have an opening after Elieser Hernandez exited his outing Tuesday against the Blue Jays with right lat soreness. The Marlins haven't decided whether Hernandez will require an IL stint, but manager Don Mattingly already suggested Hernandez won't be ready to go when his next turn comes up Monday.
Aug 18 2020Urena was one of 18 Marlins that tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this season who received clearance Saturday to resume baseball activities at the team's alternate training site in Jupiter, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Along with Urena, fellow starting pitchers Sandy Alcantara and Caleb Smith are among the players who tested positive that are now ready to prepare for returns to the active roster. Because none of the three pitchers have seen any game action since late July, they'll all likely require a week or more to get their arms reconditioned for starting duty. The Marlins aren't exactly overflowing with ideal replacements in the rotation at the moment, so it's possible Urena gets activated sooner than expected and handles limited pitch counts in his initial appearances.
Jul 27 2020Urena (illness) was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Monday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena was one of several Marlins to test positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, and Monday's transaction frees up a roster spot in his absence. The right-hander reportedly feels fine and will be eligible to return to the team once he produces two negative tests. Justin Shafer and Josh D. Smith were claimed off waivers from the Reds in corresponding moves Monday.
Jul 26 2020Urena, who was scratched from his scheduled start Sunday, tested positive for COVID-19, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Heyman reports that Urena feels fine, so it will just be a matter of him testing negative in two consecutive tests before he rejoins the Marlins. Robert Dugger will start in his place Sunday.
Jul 11 2020Urena tossed four scoreless innings during Friday's intrasquad game, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the Marlins have yet to officially announce their rotation, Urena is considered a near lock for one of the spots despite finishing last season in the bullpen, and his workload in camp supports that notion. The 28-year-old posted a 5.21 ERA and 4.73 FIP with a 62:26 K:BB over 84.2 innings in 2019.
Mar 2 2020Urena has converted to pitching only from the stretch rather than using a windup with the bases empty, Jordan McPherson of The Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander finished an erratic 2019 season in the bullpen, and he grew used to pitching exclusively from the stretch during that time. "I feel comfortable," Urena said. "That's something that I've been working on to get a good tempo... We hope to find a way to get the results I'm looking for." The results have indeed been promising to begin the spring as he competes for a rotation spot -- Urena has a 4:0 K:BB through five scoreless innings over his first two outings.
Feb 8 2020Urena will enter camp as a starter, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena has been the Marlins' Opening Day starter in both of the last two seasons, but he spent the final month of the 2019 campaign as a reliever as he didn't have enough time to build up to a starting workload following his return from a back injury. Reports from early January suggested Urena would remain in the bullpen this season, but the Marlins have apparently changed plans. He has more fantasy value in the rotation than in the bullpen (unless he enters the closer conversation), but he's not very useful outside of deep leagues thanks to his career 4.57 ERA and 16.0 percent strikeout rate.
Jan 10 2020Urena signed a one-year deal with the Marlins on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena will get $3.75 million for his services, per Jon Heyman of MLB Network. He spent the final month of the 2019 season in the bullpen and is expected to remain in that role heading into the 2020 campaign.
Jan 7 2020Urena will enter camp competing for a bullpen role, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena moved to the bullpen for the final month of the 2019 campaign after recovering from a herniated disc. While he did save three games, he also posted a 9.00 ERA in 10.0 innings of relief after recording a 4.70 ERA in 74.2 innings as a starter. If he adds to his save total this season, it will be more a reflection of the Marlins' lack of alternatives than his own abilities. Per Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, it's also possible Urena returns to the starting rotation, where he'd have more (but still quite limited) fantasy value.
Sep 26 2019Urena picked up the save against the Mets on Thursday, giving up one hit in a scoreless ninth inning to close out a 4-2 victory for the Marlins. He struck out one and walked none. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urena blew a save his last time out, but he bounced back and converted this one for his third since he moved from the rotation the bullpen. It's been a disappointing campaign on the whole for the 28-year-old, who has an ugly 5.27 ERA and 1.49 WHIP over 83.2 innings.
Sep 15 2019Urena gave up two hits and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Saturday to record his second save of the season in a 4-2 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander hasn't been sharp since being moved to the bullpen in September and taking over as the Marlins' closer, but he was able to get the job done here. Urena has a 9.00 ERA, 1.80 WHIP and 4:2 K:BB through five innings and six appearances in relief while converting two of his three save chances.
Sep 4 2019Urena (4-8) gave up three runs on three hits and a walk without recording an out in the ninth inning Wednesday to get charged with his first blown save and take the loss against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Elias Diaz led off the inning with a solo shot, and Bryan Reynolds ended the disastrous outing for Urena with a walkoff two-run single. The right-hander is still adjusting to working out of the bullpen and was pitching on consecutive nights for the first time, and the Marlins are likely to give him a long leash, but after two solid appearances, Urena's conversion to closer hit a major bump.
Sep 3 2019Urena pitched a perfect 10th inning during a save in a 5-4 victory against the Pirates on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Used almost entirely as a starter before hitting the IL with a back issue in June, Urena's first save chance of the season couldn't have gone better. He needed 15 pitches to retire three batters, but he didn't allow a base runner, posting two groundouts and a flyout. Urena is expected to receive closer work for the rest of the year.
Sep 1 2019Urena (back) was activated off the 60-day injured list Sunday.
Aug 27 2019Urena (back) shifted his rehab assignment from High-A Jupiter to Triple-A New Orleans on Monday.
Aug 23 2019Urena (back) could be used as the Marlins's closer when he comes off the injured list in September, Craig Mish of FNTSY Sports Radio reports.
Aug 19 2019Urena (back) will make a rehab start Monday for Double-A Jacksonville, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
Aug 16 2019Urena (back) is scheduled to throw one inning for High-A Jupiter on Friday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
Aug 14 2019Urena (back) threw 24 pitches using his entire arsenal in a bullpen session Tuesday, and the Marlins have discussed using him as a reliever once he's activated from
Aug 5 2019Urena (back) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
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Jun 7 2019Urena (4-7) allowed six runs on 11 hits and a walk while striking out two over three innings Friday in a loss to the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Urena (4-6) picked up the win Saturday, allowing three runs on three hits and three walks over six innings while striking out six as the Marlins downed the Padres 9-3.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Urena (3-6) allowed two runs on four hits and a walk across seven innings Monday, striking out four and earning the win over Washington.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 22 2019Urena (2-6) picked up the win Wednesday, giving up three runs (two earned) on seven hits and two walks over six innings while striking out five as the Marlins downed the Tigers 6-3.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Urena (1-6) took the loss Wednesday as the Marlins dropped a 1-0 decision to the Rays, giving up one run on six hits and a walk over six innings while striking out two.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Urena gave up two runs (one earned) on five hits and three walks while striking out three through seven innings in a no-decision against the Cubs on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2018Urena (2-10) surrendered five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over four innings Monday, as he was saddled with the loss against the Braves.Urena's outing didn't last long, as he gave up three runs on two homers in the first two innings, followed by two runs in the third. He exited the game with a four-run deficit, as the Braves cruised to a 12-1 victory. Urena's struggles continued in the series opener, as he's been tagged for 10 runs over his previous two starts (eight innings). He'll look to turn it around in his next appearance, which figures to come Sunday against Washington.
Jul 15 2018Urena allowed five runs on four hits and four walks while striking out four across four innings although he didn't factor into the decision Sunday against Philadelphia.The Phillies jumped on Urena for five runs in the fourth inning, although the Marlins would answer with eight runs in the fifth to successfully allow Urena to slip off the hook. Although the 26-year-old put together a disappointing outing in the series finale, Urena has been excellent in his first two July outings as he'd given up two runs across 10.2 innings with 10 strikeouts prior to Sunday. He'll head into the All-Star break with a 4.39 ERA and 1.22 WHIP with an 89:28 K:BB through 108.2 innings.
Jul 9 2018Urena allowed two runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out four as he didn't factor into the decision Monday against Milwaukee.Urena surrendered a run in the third inning and another in the fourth before exiting the game with a one-run deficit. He'd later get off the hook for the loss after back-to-back home runs in the seventh. Urena sports a decent 4.13 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 85 strikeouts through 104.2 innings, and he's given up just two runs over his last 10.2 innings pitched. His last outing before the All-Star break figures to come Sunday against Philadelphia.
Jul 4 2018Urena didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 3-0 win over the Rays, allowing three hits and two walks over five scoreless innings while striking out six.The right-hander threw 46 of 78 pitches for strikes in his first start off the disabled list after recovering from shoulder inflammation, but Urena was denied a well-deserved win as the Marlins' offense didn't get on the board until the bottom of the sixth inning. He'll carry a 4.18 ERA into his next outing Monday at home against the Brewers.
Jul 4 2018The Marlins activated Urena (shoulder) from the 10-day disabled list ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday against the Rays, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.After a two-week absence due to an inflamed right shoulder, Urena will re-enter the rotation in place of Sandy Alcantara (infection), who shifts to the DL less than a week after his first MLB start. Urena didn't head out on a minor-league rehab assignment prior to being activated, but he shouldn't face any limitations with his pitch count in his return to action. In fact, manager Don Mattingly may actually prefer if Urena works deep into Wednesday's game after Miami used seven relievers in Tuesday's 16-inning loss.
Jul 2 2018Urena (shoulder) is expected to be reinstated from the disabled list and start Wednesday against the Rays, Craig Mish of Sirius XM reports.Urena has been dealing with a shoulder issue since June 22, although he appears to have returned to health, and he should be ready to go following his latest bullpen session Sunday. He's made 16 starts in 2018, accruing a 4.40 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with a 75:21 K:BB over 94 innings.
Jun 30 2018Urena (shoulder) could return to the Marlins' rotation Tuesday at the earliest, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.Though Monday marks the first day Urena is eligible to return, the club plans to give him an extra breather after his scheduled bullpen session Sunday. "He's not pitching Monday," Marlins manager Don Mattingly told the media. "Tuesday would be the first day he would be able to pitch, in our minds." Though the specific day isn't known, the right-hander appears set to have his return come sometime around July 4, making him a safer play for fantasy managers with weekly lineup transactions.
Jun 26 2018Marlins manager Don Mattingly said Monday that Urena (shoulder) could be activated from the 10-day disabled list soon after the right-hander is first eligible to return July 1, the Associated Press reports.Miami shut Urena down last week after he was diagnosed with a right shoulder impingement following his June 20 start against the Giants. The injury apparently isn't much of a concern, as Urena will begin a throwing program this week and appears likely to miss only two turns through the rotation. The Marlins should offer up a more precise return date for Urena once he advances to facing hitters in live batting practice.
Jun 22 2018Urena was placed on the 10-day disabled list due to a right shoulder impingement, Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald reports.Urena suffered the injury during the tail-end of his start Wednesday against the Giants. No timetable has come to fruition at this point, but the right-hander will be eligible to return from the DL on July 1 if he only requires a brief stay on the shelf. In a corresponding move, Nick Wittgren (finger) was reinstated from the 10-day disabled list. Expect an update on Urena's status this weekend.
Jun 20 2018Urena (2-9) took the loss Wednesday, allowing five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out five over 5.2 innings against the Giants.Urena breezed through the first five innings, shutting out the Giants on four singles to that point, but the wheels came off in the sixth. The 26-year-old allowed four hits and a pair of walks in the frame, yielding five runs while recording just two outs. He'll take a 4.40 ERA and MLB-high nine losses into Tuesday's tilt against the Diamondbacks.
Jun 20 2018Urena said that he "felt something with his arm" during the sixth inning of Wednesday's start in San Francisco. The club will monitor the situation prior to his scheduled start against the Diamondbacks next week, The Miami Herald's Clark Spencer reports.Urena wound up tossing 39 pitches in the sixth inning, though Spencer noted that the right-hander's velocity didn't dip at all during that frame. Though that's a positive sign, this is obviously a situation to watch closely over the next few days. Over 15 starts this season, Urena has logged a 4.18 ERA and 1.15 WHIP with a 70:19 K:BB across 88.1 innings.
Jun 16 2018Urena (2-8) picked up the win in Friday's 2-0 victory over the Orioles, scattering three hits and a walk over eight scoreless innings while striking out four.The right-hander took full advantage of a matchup with a reeling Baltimore offense, throwing 68 of 112 pitches for strikes in his best, and longest, start of the season. Urena will take a 4.18 ERA into his next outing Wednesday in San Francisco.
Jun 10 2018Urena (1-8) allowed three runs on on six hits with no walks and five strikeouts across six innings to take the loss Sunday against the Padres.Urena allowed a sacrifice fly in the second inning and cruised until the sixth, when he allowed a two-run home run to Eric Hosmer. He did quite well to scatter baserunners all day until that point and avoided issuing a walk for the second time in the last seven outings. Urena has thrown the ball much better than his record suggests, allowing three runs or fewer six times in the last nine outings. He's next scheduled to pitch Friday against the Orioles.
Jun 6 2018Urena (1-7) picked up the win Tuesday, allowing four runs on 10 hits and a walk while striking out three over five innings against the Cardinals.Urena allowed a season-high 10 hits, but nine of them were singles and he got some help defensively with a pair of double plays and a pickoff to limit the damage somewhat. Despite some solid performances along the way, it's the first win for Urena, and even more remarkably it's the first time all season the Marlins have won a game he's started. He'll take a 4.60 ERA (3.88 FIP) into Sunday's start against the Padres.
May 31 2018Urena struck out six and allowed just one run on three hits and two walks through six innings but was left with a no-decision Wednesday against San Diego.Urena had four different pitches working magic Wednesday night, as he induced at least two swinging strikes each on his four-seamer, two-seamer, changeup and slider, all while throwing each one for strikes a majority of the time. Urena's velocity, which peaked at 98.0 mph, will always be the main attraction, but when he has multiple pitches to throw different angles and speeds at hitters from both sides of the plate, that 98 feels even faster. Urena may still own an ugly 0-7 record, but has pitched well enough to earn a continued shot in the Marlins rotation, and he has the stuff to warrant keeping an eye on him as the season progresses.
May 25 2018Urena didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 9-5 loss to the Nationals, allowing four runs on five hits and a walk over six innings while striking out seven.To his credit, the 26-year-old did battle Max Scherzer to a standstill over six innings, but that didn't get him any closer to his first win of the season. Urena threw 57 of 98 pitches for strikes, while all the damage against him came from a pair of two-run homers by Michael Taylor and Matt Adams. The right-hander will carry a 4.69 ERA into his next outing Wednesday in San Diego.
May 19 2018Urena (0-7) took the loss against the Braves on Saturday, allowing four runs on five hits and a walk over six innings while striking out two.The beleaguered right-hander threw 46 of 72 pitches for strikes before being lifted for pinch hitter J.B. Shuck, as another poor showing by the Marlins offense doomed Urena to his seventh loss in 10 starts. He'll carry a 4.55 ERA into his next outing Friday at home against the Nationals.
May 13 2018Urena (0-6) allowed three earned runs on four hits while walking two and striking out five across six innings to take the loss Sunday against the Braves.Urena had put together a very productive start prior to allowing a two-run home run to Ender Inciarte in the sixth inning, but he still managed to record a baseline quality start. While not spectacular, Urena's numbers indicate that he deserves better than his current 0-6 record, as he has allowed just .88 HR/9 and has surrendered 2.28 BB/9. He remains an underappreciated streaming option due to his poor team context, but has the potential to post solid ratios in home starts or in positive matchups.
May 8 2018Urena did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on seven hits while striking out six over 5.1 innings in the loss to the Cubs.The 26-year-old is still in search of his first win (0-5), and the Marlins remain winless in his eight starts. The lack of any wins aren't pretty, but the numbers don't fully reflect Urena's performance thus far. He has a respectable 3.72 ERA and 36:7 K:BB in seven starts since his Opening Day blow up. He'll get another crack at his first victory Sunday against the Braves.
May 2 2018Urena (0-5) took the loss against the Phillies on Wednesday, giving up two runs (one earned) on seven hits and a walk over seven innings while striking out six.The right-hander pounded the strike zone all night, throwing 82 of 108 pitches for strikes and an incredible 26 first-pitch strikes out of 30 batters faced, but the Marlins' hitters inability to solve Aaron Nola kept Urena winless on the season. He'll take a 4.28 ERA into his next outing Tuesday on the road against the Cubs.
Apr 28 2018Urena (0-4) allowed one run on six hits in Friday's loss to the Rockies, tallying five strikeouts and one walk in seven innings.Urena had one of his better starts of the season, but still ended up with the loss due to the Marlins' hitters being shut out by the Rockies' staff. In six starts, Urena has now had two quality starts, and currently sports a 4.91 ERA and 1.30 WHIP. Urena is coming off a solid 2017 campaign in which he went 14-7 with a 3.82 ERA and 1.27 WHIP. He'll look for his first win next week in a matchup at home against the Phillies.
Apr 21 2018Urena (0-3) didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's loss to the Brewers, allowing four runs on four hits and two walks over five innings while striking out three.Staked to a 4-0 lead by the second inning, Urena gave those early runs back but was still in line for his first win of the season after exiting with the Marlins ahead 5-4. The bullpen, however, had other ideas. The right-hander's 21:9 K:BB on the season through 26 innings isn't reflected in his 5.88 ERA, and he'll look for a better result in Friday's home start against the Rockies.
Apr 15 2018Urena (0-3) surrendered four runs on eight hits and a walk over five innings in Sunday's 7-3 loss to the Pirates.Urena's struggles returned Sunday, as his losing effort brought his ERA and WHIP up to 5.57 and 1.43, respectively. Urena has surpassed the five inning mark just once after making four starts this season, and he doesn't present much value in terms of wins as his team has one of the league's most under-powered offenses. Urena's next scheduled start will be Saturday when the Marlins face the Brewers.
Apr 9 2018Urena (0-2) got the loss against the Mets on Monday, giving up three earned runs on five hits in five innings, striking out four and walking one as the Marlins lost 4-2.Urena was coming off a dominant effort against the Red Sox that saw him allow just one earned run and strike out seven in seven innings and although he came back to earth a little bit against the Mets, he still managed a respectable final stat line in the losing effort. That said, his 5.06 ERA and 1.31 WHIP in his first 16 innings of the year combined with his 4.72 ERA over his 326 career big-league innings mean he's difficult to comfortably trust for fantasy purposes until he shows he can consistently post better ratios over a larger sample size.
Apr 4 2018Urena allowed a single run on four hits and a walk while striking out seven batters through seven innings during Tuesday's 4-2 loss to Boston. He didn't factor into the decision.After a disastrous outing on Opening Day against Chicago, Urena bounced back nicely against an admirable opponent Tuesday. Additionally, issuing just a single walk was especially notable after he struggled with his control against the Cubs. While last season's 3.82 ERA and 1.27 WHIP were helpful ratios, Urena's 5.24 FIP suggests he was probably the recipient of good fortune. Unless his uptick in strikeouts against the Red Sox is a sign of things to come, he could quickly be a fantasy afterthought in the majority of mixed settings.
Mar 29 2018Urena was hit with the loss after allowing five runs on six hits and four walks across 4.0 innings against the Cubs on Thursday. He struck out two.It was far from an ideal start to the season for Urena. The 26-year-old conceded a home run to Ian Happ on the first pitch of the game and struggled to find his footing thereafter, facing all nine Cubs players -- walking two and plunking three -- before getting out of the opening frame. While he was able to limit his free passes following the first inning, Urena still conceded a pair of runs over the next three frames, leading to his premature removal. Urena will look to bounce back in his second outing of the season, but things won't get any easier for the right-hander as his next start will come against the Red Sox on Tuesday.
Mar 14 2018Urena failed to escape the first inning in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals, recording only one out and allowing six runs on six hits and two walks.At least the out came on a strikeout, but otherwise there was nothing to like about this outing from Urena. It won't affect his assignment as the Marlins' Opening Day starter, but the right-hander now has a 7:6 K:BB through 7.1 spring innings, and he'll need to sharpen his control if he wants to avoid having last year's 3.82 ERA regress to something closer to his 5.24 FIP in 2018.
Mar 10 2018Urena will take the mound for the Marlins in their Opening Day matchup against the Cubs, Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald reports.Urena may be the best pitcher on the Marlins, but that says far more about the team than it says about Urena. The 26-year-old had a superficially promising 2017 season, recording a 3.82 ERA while winning 14 games. His underlying numbers paint a far less pretty picture. While his groundball rate (43.1 percent) and walk rate (8.8 percent) were right around league average, his 15.6 percent strikeout rate was far too low. It all added up to a discouraging 5.20 FIP. Don't let Urena's Opening Day status fool you into thinking he's anything more than a back-of-the-rotation starter at best.
Mar 4 2018Urena tossed two scoreless innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Mets, giving up one hit and one walk while striking out two.He has yet to allow a run in four spring innings with a 4:2 K:BB. Urena is one of only two Marlins pitchers who headed into camp with a rotation spot locked down, but he doesn't appear to be resting on his laurels. The 26-year-old is coming off something of a breakout campaign, but he'll need to improve dramatically on last season's 6.0 K/9 if he's going to be anything more than staff filler for fantasy purposes.
Feb 21 2018Manager Don Mattingly said Urena will open the season in the Marlins' rotation, Andre Fernandez of the Miami Herald reports.After battling for a roster spot last spring, Urena will enter camp with a guaranteed spot in the team's starting rotation this season. The 26-year-old pitched just four times during the first month of the 2017 season, but he was thrust into the rotation in May following an injury to Edinson Volquez (elbow) and never looked back. Over the remainder of the season, Urena posted a solid 3.97 ERA and 1.26 WHIP across 28 starts, though some lackluster underlying numbers (5.20 FIP and 6.0 K/9) suggest he could be in line for regression in 2018. He does, however, pitch half of his games in pitcher-friendly Marlins Park, and his spot in the rotation should be safe given Miami's lack of other quality options.
Oct 1 2017Urena allowed three runs on five hits and four walks while striking out two batters through five innings during Sunday's loss to Atlanta. He didn't factor into the decision.Urena was hit hard at Coors Field in his previous outing, so this checks out as a bounce-back showing to cap off the 2017 campaign. The 26-year-old righty posted a respectable a 3.82 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 6.0 K/9 through 169.2 innings this season, and while his strikeout numbers underwhelm, he owns a mid-90s fastball and the supporting pitches to improve in the category. Urena projects to be a serviceable fantasy asset in the majority of fantasy settings again in 2018.
Sep 27 2017Urena (14-7) allowed six runs on nine hits and four walks over five innings Tuesday to take the loss against the Rockies. He struck out four.Trevor Story's three-run blast off Urena in the first inning set the tone in what ended up being a 6-0 defeat for the Marlins. The right-hander will get one more crack at win No. 15 at home in the season finale against the Braves on Sunday.
Sep 20 2017Urena (14-6) held the Mets to two runs on seven hits over eight innings in Wednesday's 9-2 win. He struck out three and walked none.The 26-year-old righty is just going right on with having a lucky season for the ages -- every single one of his peripherals belongs to a pitcher who shouldn't by any rights own a 14-6 record, 3.55 ERA and 1.22 WHIP. His K/9 is pathetic at 6.0; his BB/9 is relatively poor at 3.2 even after this walkless outing; his HR/9 is a pedestrian 1.3. He hasn't particularly excelled at keeping the ball on the ground or preventing hard contact. What the hard-throwing righty has done, though, is ride a .243 BABIP (tied for second-lowest among qualified starters) and 79.6 percent strand rate (seventh among qualified starters) to his best season by far. If you've got him, all you can do right now is enjoy the ride, but expect regression to hit Urena hard next year unless he can refine his control and find a consistent strikeout pitch.
Sep 16 2017Urena allowed two runs on four hits and four walks over 4.2 innings Friday while striking out three, but he didn't factor into the decision in a 10-2 loss to the Brewers.The Marlins' bullpen collapsed in the eighth inning, but Urena was no threat to stick around long enough to get a decision, needing 101 pitches (55 strikes) to get his 14 outs. The right-hander's control is flagging down the stretch, as he now has a 20:13 K:BB in 27 innings over his last five starts, and while he's avoided serious damage so far, fatigue is likely a factor -- the 151.2 innings Urena has tossed in 2017 are the most he's accumulated since he worked 162 in 2014 at Double-A. His next start is scheduled for Wednesday at home against the Mets.
Sep 14 2017Urena is scheduled to start Friday's game against the Brewers, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.He was originally scheduled to start Thursday against the Phillies, but Vance Worley will get the ball in his place. Miami will now start Urena, Adam Conley and Dillon Peters in that order in their weekend series against the Brewers.
Sep 8 2017Urena (13-6) allowed one run on three hits and three walks with five strikeouts through 6.1 innings to pick up the win Friday over Atlanta.Urena has found a groove in the second half, as he has now allowed more than three runs just once in his last eight starts. His only mistake was a solo home run off the bat of Freddie Freeman. Now the owner of a 3.61 ERA, Urena turns just 26 years old next week and has used this season to establish himself as a key piece of the future of the Marlins.
Sep 3 2017Urena didn't factor into the decision in Sunday's extra-inning loss to the Phillies, allowing only one run on six hits and a walk over seven innings while striking out three.It was the longest outing of the season for the right-hander, and while the quality start was Urena's 10th, it was his first in almost a month as the 25-year-old had been showing signs of fading down the stretch. He'll take a 3.71 ERA into his start Friday on the road against the Braves.
Aug 28 2017Urena (12-6) allowed four runs on five hits and three walks across four innings while taking the loss Monday against the Nationals. He struck out four.Urena toiled throughout his abbreviated outing, putting multiple men on base and conceding at least one run in three of four innings. He struggled with his command at times and walked multiple batters for the second straight start, after not doing so in any of his previous four. Urena has failed to complete more than 5.1 innings in any of his previous four starts and has allowed at least three runs in three of those. He will look to get back on track Saturday against the Phillies.
Aug 23 2017Urena (12-5) picked up the win in the nightcap of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Phillies, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks over five innings while striking out three.The Marlins staked him to a 6-0 lead after two innings en route to a sweep of the twin bill, so despite the fact the righty needed 101 pitches (64 strikes) to complete the minimum five innings necessary to qualify for a win, the outcome was never in much doubt. Urena has won five of his last seven starts thanks mainly to some impressive run support (7.1 runs per game), but his 3.12 ERA and 1.07 WHIP during that stretch indicate he's more than holding up his end of the bargain. He'll next take the mound Monday on the road against the Nationals.
Aug 16 2017Urena (11-5) earned a win over the Giants on Wednesday, allowing one run on seven hits and one walk while striking out two over five innings.It was far from a dominant performance, but Urena kept the Giants off the board over five, just long enough to qualify for the win. Urena has been surprisingly effective this season despite a bottom-12 K/9 rate among qualified starters. With matchups against the Phillies and Padres on tap for next week, Urena will have a good opportunity to stave off regression for a while longer yet.
Aug 11 2017Urena allowed three runs on six hits and a walk over 5.1 innings Friday but came away with a no-decision in a 6-3 win over the Rockies. He struck out three.Homers by Nolan Arenado and Gerardo Parra accounted for all the damage off Urena, who had only surrendered one homer in 25 innings while winning three of his previous four starts. His ability to keep the ball in the park is reflected in his 3.76 ERA, and he should be a solid streaming option in his next outing Wednesday at home against the Giants.
Aug 6 2017Urena (10-5) allowed just a single run on three hits and a walk while striking out three batters through six innings during Sunday's win over Atlanta.Urena continues to impress and now sports a rock-solid 3.70 ERA and 1.19 WHIP to go along with his 10 wins. His 6.2 K/9 is a disappointing mark, and he's only struck out more than five batters in three of his 18 starts this season. While he's likely to continue providing underwhelming strikeout totals, the 25-year-old righty is still moving the needle in all fantasy settings. He projects to face the Rockies at Marlins Park in his next start.
Jul 31 2017Urena (9-5) allowed just a single run on three hits and a walk while striking out six batters through eight innings during Monday's loss to Washington.The Miami offense let Urena down Monday because this was an absolute gem against a daunting opponent. The 25-year-old righty has had a few hiccups this season, but with nine wins, a 3.82 ERA and 1.22 WHIP, he's moving the needle in the majority of fantasy settings. The only knock on his virtual stock is the lack of strikeouts (6.3 K/9). However, it wouldn't be shocking if his impressive pitch arsenal translated into more punchouts in the future. Urena projects to face the Braves at SunTrust Park in his next start.
Jul 27 2017Urena (9-4) allowed five runs on four hits and four walks while striking out four batters through five innings during Wednesday's win over Texas.The move to the rotation has gone smoothly for Urena. He's now pitched at least five innings in 14 of his first 16 starts and owns a respectable 4.04 ERA, 1.28 WHIP. Gamers would love to see his pitch arsenal -- which includes a mid-90s fastball -- translate into more strikeouts. However, Urena should remain a serviceable end-of-the-rotation arm in the majority of fantasy settings. He projects to face the Nationals at Marlins Park in his next start.
Jul 21 2017Urena (8-4) allowed one run on three hits and one walk while striking out four across six innings to earn the win Friday against the Reds.Urena was provided a two-run lead in the first inning and was able to hold onto it until turning the game over to the bullpen for the final three frames. This was the first time in three outings that he was able to fire a quality start, and he currently owns at 3.78 ERA, which has made him a solid but unspectacular fantasy option. He'll make his next start Wednesday against the Rangers.
Jul 15 2017Urena (7-4) allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out three across three innings to take the loss on Saturday against the Dodgers.Urena gave up a pair of homers in the third inning the account for all five of the runs he allowed to force his early exit from the contest. This was the first time in eight starts that he's allowed more than three earned runs, and despite a 3.93 ERA, he continues to be a useful fantasy option. He'll make his next start Friday against the Reds.
Jul 9 2017Urena allowed three runs on five hits and a walk while striking out three batters through five innings during Sunday's win over Miami. He didn't factor into the decision.Urena has significant upside because of his nasty pitch arsenal, but he's still extremely raw on the mound. He's now allowed three runs or fewer in each of his past seven starts and has flashed the potential to show an uptick in the strikeouts column. However, he's still not a matchup-proof fantasy option. Urena enters the All-Star break with a serviceable 3.54 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 6.1 K/9.
Jul 4 2017Urena (7-3) defeated the Cardinals behind five innings of two-run ball Tuesday, striking out seven while allowing three hits and two walks.The seven strikeouts tied Urena's season high, and he's given up two or fewer earned runs in eight of his 12 starts this season. That said, he ran up his pitch count to 96 in Tuesday's five frames -- including giving up both of the Cardinals' runs on a Greg Garcia two-run homer in his final inning -- and longevity hasn't been his calling card, as he's yet to record an out in the seventh inning in any of his starts. Urena's lined up to pitch Sunday in the Marlins' final game before the All-Star break.
Jun 29 2017Urena (6-3) took a home loss to the Mets on Thursday after allowing five runs (three earned) on six hits over six innings. He struck out four.After Urena let the Mets score a pair in the opening frame, an inning-opening throwing error by J.T. Riddle in the third ended up leading to a three-run rally that left little question about this game's outcome. It's been an indubitably successful season for Urena to this point, as his 3.42 ERA and 1.23 WHIP are much more credible fantasy stats than were expected from him. However, the 25-year-old is reminiscent of former Marlins pitcher Nate Eovaldi -- a hard thrower who struggles to generate strikeouts. Urena has a meager 5.7 K/9 and a slightly high 3.2 BB/9, which isn't promising at all, especially in combination with a fortune-favored .249 BABIP. It's not a bad idea to sell high on his decent ratios before regression raises them.
Jun 23 2017Urena (6-2) allowed no runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three across six innings to earn the win Friday against the Cubs.Urena held the Cubs bats silent while getting a pair of runs of offensive support to help him earn his sixth victory of the campaign. He's allowed just three runs over his last 18 innings covering three starts to lower his ERA to 3.33, and he's remained a strong fantasy option for the majority of the season. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Mets.
Jun 18 2017Urena allowed two runs on three hits over six innings during the Marlins' loss to the Braves. He struck out four, walked two and did not factor into the decision.Urena blanked the Braves for the first six innings before they finally got to him in the seventh. The right-hander lowered his ERA to 3.64 and completed the sixth for the second straight time. He now has not been on the losing side of a decision in more than a month, with his last loss coming on May 17, but has allowed 19 runs in those six starts (30.1 innings).
Jun 14 2017Urena (5-2) allowed one run on three hits and a walk while striking our four over six innings in Tuesday's 8-1 win over the A's.After delivering quality starts in his first two outings after moving into the rotation, Urena had failed to complete six innings in any of his previous five starts before Tuesday's effort. He's still won his last four decisions, however, and the 25-year-old's 4.19 ERA and 1.26 WHIP as a starter are serviceable numbers in deeper fantasy formats. He'll next take the mound Sunday in Atlanta.
Jun 7 2017Urena (4-2) allowed three runs on three hits and three walks over five innings Wednesday, striking out five Cubs in a 6-5 win.With his ERA now up to 3.96, his WHIP up to 1.36 and his K/9 a miserable 5.68, Urena is barely clinging to the outer fringes of fantasy relevance. The peripherals have been suggesting that his numbers are going to take a turn for the worse, and that's just what's been happening recently, as he's given up six homers and 16 runs in his last 19.1 innings. Urena won't always be this bad, but it's quite clear that there was a healthy dose of luck mixed into the 1.91 ERA he posted through his first nine starts.
Jun 2 2017Urena (3-3) allowed five runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out one over 4.1 innings, but didn't factor into the decision Friday against the Diamondbacks.Urena was provided a four-run the lead in the first inning, but squandered it away and lost a great opportunity to pick up a victory. This was the second time in his last six starts that he's allowed opponents to score more than two runs, and with a 3.80 ERA on the year, he's a useful though inconsistent fantasy option. He'll make his next start Wednesday against the Cubs.
May 29 2017Urena (3-2) allowed two runs on three hits and six walks while striking out seven batters through five innings during Sunday's win over Los Angeles.While the free passes were concerning, allowing just three hits softened that blow, and the righty had issued just eight walks through 22.2 innings over his first four starts this season. Urena owns a 3.58 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 6.2 K/9 through five starts, however, his 5.48 FIP during that stretch jumps off the page. The eye test suggests Urena is still very raw and has some work ahead to fine-tune his craft. His mid-90s heat is a tremendous asset, though, so there is potential. Urena lines up to face the Diamondbacks at Marlins Park next.
May 24 2017Urena (2-2) coughed up six runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three over five-plus innings Tuesday but still got the win in an 11-9 victory over the A's.The Marlins handed Urena a 7-1 lead heading into the bottom of the third inning, but the 25-year-old very nearly gave it all back. It was his first rough outing since moving into the rotation four starts ago, but Urena's 20:11 K:BB in 38 innings and 5.04 FIP suggest it may not be the last. He'll next take the mound Monday at home against the Phillies.
May 17 2017Urena (1-2) allowed three runs -- one earned -- on six hits and two walks while striking out three batters over 5.2 innings during Wednesday's loss to Houston.The 25-year-old righty has allowed just three earned runs over 17.2 innings through his three starts this season. It's an impressive stretch, and Urena has coveted mid-90s velocity. A speculative add isn't out of the question, and at worst, Urena is worth keeping tabs on. He lines up to make his next start against the Athletics at pitcher-friendly Oakland Coliseum.
May 12 2017Urena (1-1) allowed two runs on six hits and three walks while striking out four across six innings to take the loss Friday against the Braves.Despite giving up more than his fair share of baserunners, the only damage Urena suffered was when he allowed a two-run homer to Tyler Flowers in the second inning, resulting in a quality start. He's pitched well in each of his two starts, increasing the probability that he could hold onto a rotation spot, at least for a while. He'll make his next start Wednesday against the Astros.
May 10 2017Urena will start Friday's game against the Braves, MLB.com's Joe Frisaro reports.Manager Don Mattingly revealed Monday that Wei-Yin Chen (elbow) won't be ready to come off the disabled list when eligible Friday, so Urena will get an opportunity to build on his dominant start May 7 against the Mets, when he tossed six shutout innings while ceding one hit and one walk in a victory. Even though Chen is expected back the following week, Urena appears to have a good shot at retaining a rotation spot on at least a short-term basis after the Marlins demoted struggling fifth starter Adam Conley to Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday.
May 7 2017Urena (1-0) earned his first victory of the season with six shutout innings Sunday against the Mets, allowing just one hit and one walk with two strikeouts.Urena, who was called upon to make his first start of the season, was in complete control from the start and lost his bid for a no-hitter when Rene Rivera singled to lead off the fifth inning. He needed an economical 63 pitches to complete six frames and was in the strike zone at a respectable 62 percent clip. It is unclear what Urena's role will be moving forward, as he has been valuable to the club as a long reliever, but he could be a boon to a lackluster starting rotation if he could continue to deliver anything close to this type of outing.
May 5 2017Urena will start Sunday against the Mets, Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald reports.With Edinson Volquez (thumb) on the DL, Urena will be afforded his first starting opportunity of the season. He has fared well in six relief appearances so far this year, allowing just four runs in 15.1 innings, but he struggled in a starting role last season. The right-hander threw a season-high 87 pitches on April 28.
Apr 24 2017Urena has allowed two runs over eight innings during the first month of the season.After losing a competition to earn a spot in Miami's starting rotation, Urena has settled into the long-relief role. Nonetheless, his sample size is small, with only three appearances thus far. The 25-year-old posted a 7.52 ERA over 20.1 innings as a reliever in 2016.
Mar 31 2017Urena will begin the season in the Marlins bullpen, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.The 25-year-old right-hander was competing with southpaw Adam Conley for the final rotation spot, but Urena failed to make a good enough impression this spring to overcome Conley's past success in the big leagues. Urena's value will be limited as a long reliever given his modest strikeout numbers, but he could be a streaming option if he picks up any spot starts throughout the season.
Mar 25 2017Urena got the start in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals and tossed four shutout innings, scattering three hits while striking out five.It was his best performance of the spring, although it came against a Washington split-squad lineup consisting of bench players and minor leaguers, and Urena's timing couldn't have been better as the Marlins continue to look for a fifth starter. Adam Conley, his main competition for the job, also had a strong outing Friday, but Urena has posted better numbers this spring. Even if the 25-year-old righty wins the job, though, his fantasy value would be limited to deep NL-only formats until he begins to produce during the regular season.
Mar 20 2017Urena held the Mets off the scoreboard during Sunday's split-squad game despite giving up four hits and four walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out four.The back of the Marlins' rotation is still unsettled, but Urena really hasn't done much to show he deserves to win a spot in it, putting up a 7.20 ERA and 2.00 WHIP through 10 spring innings. The fact that he's out of minor league options might secure Urena a spot on the Opening Day roster, but don't expect him to have a role on the staff that will provide much fantasy value.
Mar 4 2017Urena allowed two hits and a walk while striking out four in two shutout innings during Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals.He's probably ticketed for long relief to begin the season, and the Marlins are still hoping the 25-year-old will begin producing in the majors the way he did in the minors. Urena's draft-day fantasy value will be very limited, but he could work his way into a useful role as the year progresses.
Feb 28 2017Urena got the start in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Twins, allowing two runs in one inning of work on a walk and a two-run home run by Byungho Park.He had trouble keeping the ball in the yard last year, so this wasn't the most encouraging start to Urena's spring. The 25-year-old is out of minor league options and almost assured of a spot on the Marlins' 25-man roster for Opening Day, but barring a dramatic improvement in his numbers, he'll likely fill a long relief or mop-up role this season that carries very little fantasy value.
Feb 6 2017Urena could begin the season in the Marlins' bullpen due to the fact that he's out of options, The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.The front office restocked the pitching staff in the offseason, bringing in a number of veteran arms to fill up both the rotation and bullpen, but Urena could still hang onto a spot on the 25-man roster as the Marlins would have to risk losing him to waivers to send him back to Triple-A. The 25-year-old has yet to show much at the major league level, but he still flashes a big fastball and given how little big-league ready talent the organization has in the minors, they can ill afford to lose a talented arm for nothing.
Sep 28 2016Urena (4-9) was torched by the Mets for five runs on eight hits and two walks over five innings Wednesday. He struck out two in the loss.Making his 12th and final start of the season, the 25-year-old failed to go out on a positive note. Outside of an 8.2-inning gem against the Dodgers on Sept. 11, Urena dropped three of his last four starts. He finishes his sophomore campaign with a 6.13 ERA and 1.43 WHIP over 83.2 innings (28 appearances).
Sep 23 2016Urena (4-8) was knocked around for five runs on four hits and a walk over just three innings in Thursday's loss to Atlanta.After he pitched 8.2 sparkling, scoreless frames against the Dodgers back on Sept. 11, Urena gave fantasy owners some hope ahead of his starts against the cellar-dwelling Phillies and Braves; unfortunately, he was thrashed for 12 runs in just five innings over those two outings. Urena's slated to wrap up his season Tuesday against the Mets.
Sep 18 2016Urena (4-7) allowed seven runs on seven hits over just two innings in a loss to the Phillies on Saturday. He also tossed up a home run, struck out three and walked two.The Tommy Joseph homer capped off the scoring against Urena in the second. This was his shortest outing as a starter, and definitely most disappointing too because he wasn't able to build off his 8.2 shutout innings last Sunday. Urena is 4-7 with a 5.59 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 53 strikeouts in 75.2 innings this season.
Sep 12 2016Urena (4-6) came within one out of a shutout Sunday, scattering four hits and striking out four over 8.2 scoreless innings in a 3-0 win over the Dodgers.A.J. Ramos came on to record the final out after Josh Reddick singled and Corey Seaher coming to the plate, but Urena's 108 pitches was also a factor in manager Don Mattingly's decision. The 25-year-old right-hander now has three quality starts in his last five outings, although Sunday's gem was by far the best of the bunch, but his 20:6 K:BB in 31.1 innings over that stretch suggests he's been more lucky than good. His next start is scheduled for Saturday in Philadelphia.
Sep 6 2016Urena (3-6) allowed four runs on seven hits over five innings Tuesday in a losing effort against the Phillies. He struck out five batters and walked one.Urena was coming off a series of respectable outings over the latter half of August, but Tuesday's showing was rocky enough to give fantasy owners second thoughts about starting him moving ahead. Though four runs allowed over five innings isn't the end of the world, his next start comes against an Atlanta squad that has been hot since the acquisition of Matt Kemp and the call-up of top prospect Dansby Swanson.
Sep 1 2016Urena (3-5) held the Mets to a single run -- a solo homer -- over six innings in Thursday's 6-4 win. He struck out two, walked two and allowed four hits.The 24-year-old was headed for a scoreless performance before Jay Bruce blasted a solo homer against him in the sixth. Still, he finished the frame and has now given up only four runs on 12 hits over 17.2 innings spanning his last three starts. That said, his 11:5 K:BB in that time isn't blowing anyone away, and he's seen a couple friendly matchups in the Mets and Padres. Fantasy owners should be hesitant to trust Urena, but he does have a decent matchup on tap Tuesday against the Phillies.
Aug 28 2016Arena (2-5) allowed just one run on four hits over 5.2 innings, but he took the loss against San Diego on Saturday. He also struck out six and walked two.His only blemish was a solo homer he allowed to Padres second baseman Ryan Schimpf, but that was enough for San Diego, as they won 1-0. Urena hasn't pitched particularly well this year, but that's the third time in six starts where he yielded just one run but didn't earn a victory. He is 2-5 with a 5.83 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 39 strikeouts over 54.0 innings. Urena has appeared in 22 games, six of which have come as a starter.
Aug 22 2016Urena (2-4) allowed two runs on four hits and a walk over six innings while striking out three in Sunday's win over the Pirates.He's now posted quality starts in two of his last four trips to the mound but Urena coughed up 13 runs in 10.1 innings during the other two, giving you an idea of how risky a fantasy play he is. His next start will come at home Saturday against the Padres in a seemingly winnable matchup, but which version of Urena will show up is anybody's guess.
Aug 17 2016Urena (1-4) allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five Tuesday against the Reds.For a few moments, it looked as if Urena wouldn't make it through the first inning. After using eight pitches to get two outs, the righty proceeded to allow three singles, a walk and a grand slam. After his rough start, Urena settled down and worked five scoreless frames on just 62 pitches. The 24-year-old was recalled to make the spot start for Tuesday, but following the game, manager Don Mattingly confirmed that Urena will stay in the rotation and make his next start Sunday against the Pirates. In four starts this season, he is 0-3 with a 6.14 ERA.
Aug 16 2016Urena was recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday.As expected, Urena joined the big club and will be starting Tuesday's contest against the Reds. Urena has had subpar results as a starter for the Marlins this season, as he's posted a 5.63 ERA and 1.31 WHIP over three contests (16 innings).
Jul 30 2016Urena was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Saturday, Andre Fernandez of the Miami Herald reports.Urena's time with the big league club seemed to be drawing to a close, as the Marlins acquired rotation upgrades in Andrew Cashner and Colin Rea from San Diego this week, and Urena sealed his fate with an eight-run blowup against St. Louis on Friday. Urena will return to New Orleans for now and will probably find himself assigned to the bullpen upon his eventual return.
Jul 30 2016Urena (1-3) gave up eight earned runs on eight hits and four walks over 4.1 innings in Friday's 11-6 loss to the Cardinals. He struck out four.The young righty fell behind early on a two-run homer by Jeremy Hazelbaker and a Kolten Wong RBI double in the second, and then saw the floodgates open in a six-run fifth, with five of those runs going on Urena's ledger. It was a significant step back for the 24-year-old, who'd only given up two earned runs over the 11.2 innings that had encompassed his prior two starts. With the recent acquisitions of Andrew Cashner and Colin Rea, Urena's future in the rotation is now uncertain.
Jul 24 2016Urena (1-2) allowed just one run on four hits in six innings Sunday while striking out four but took the loss against the Mets.He got outdueled by Steven Matz, but this was still Urena's second straight solid start and his 9:1 K:BB in 11.2 innings during those two starts shows definite promise. He'll try to keep things rolling in his next start Friday at home against the Cardinals.
Jul 19 2016Urena pitched 5.2 innings Tuesday, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out five in a no-decision against the Phillies.Urena shined in his first start of the season for the Marlins. The night was a bright spot in what has otherwise been a miserable season for Urena. Urena entered the game with a 7.52 ERA while being used as a reliever, and lowered his ERA by over a point down to 6.23. The Marlins are looking for someone to fill the fifth starter role full-time, and manager Don Mattingly said after the game that Urena has earned "at least the consideration for that", mlb.com reports.
Jun 1 2016Urena was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Wednesday, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.Urena has been terrible for the Marlins this season, posting a 7.52 ERA and 1.77 WHIP to go along with just a 5.31 K/9 and 4.43 BB/9. The 24-year-old will try to get his season back on track at the Triple-A level.
May 28 2016Urena walked one over 0.2 scoreless frames Wednesday against Tampa Bay.Urena has bounced back nicely recently as he's now thrown four scoreless outings following several shaky appearances. His ERA (4.91) is the lowest its been all season and while its still pretty high, its heading in the right direction. The 24-year-old will look to keep the ball rolling as Miami closes out a series in Atlanta.
Apr 27 2016Urena tossed 1.2 perfect innings with two strikeouts Wednesday against the Dodgers for his first save of the year.With typical closer A.J. Ramos having collected saves on three consecutive days coming in, he got a rest and the team called instead on Urena despite the two-run, five-hit disaster he put up in his first appearance of the season last week. Now 24, Urena struggled mightily in his first taste of the majors last year -- he put up a miserable 28:25 K:BB, 5.25 ERA and 1.59 WHIP -- and Wednesday aside, he hasn't been much better to start this year. We should more commonly see David Phelps step in if Ramos is unavailable, but Phelps had himself already pitched on consecutive days.
Jul 2 2015Urena was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Thursday.Urena appeared in nine games (seven starts) for the Marlins this season, posting a 4.04 ERA over 42.1 innings. Following the return of Jose Fernandez (elbow) on Thursday, Urena was no longer needed in the starting rotation, so he'll head to the minors to continue to see consistent starts.
Jun 24 2015The Marlins list Sunday's probable starter as "TBD," Christina De Nicola of FOX Sports Florida reports.Urena would be on normal rest Sunday after pitching Tuesday against St. Louis, but it seems the club is thinking about going in another direction for the finale against Los Angeles. The 23-year-old right-hander has gone 1-3 with a 4.34 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 15:13 K:BB in eight appearances (six starts) with the big club this season.
Jun 23 2015Urena gave up three runs on six hits and three walks while striking out two in five innings Tuesday against the Cardinals.This put a halt to Urena's run of four straight quality starts, and his ERA now sits at an unimpressive 4.34. The trouble with Urena is even when he was pitching well, he had 10 total strikeouts over that four-start run, so the upside is very limited. He may not be long for the rotation as the Marlins have Jarred Cosart and Tom Koehler coming back from injuries and Justin Nicolino has been assured at least another start with the big league club.
Jun 18 2015Urena gave up two runs on six hits across six innings pitched in Wednesday's loss to the Yankees.Urena struggled with his command as he walked four batters and struck out just one. Overall it wasn't a terrible start, but Urena didn't get any run support. He's now 1-3 on the season with a 4.18 ERA. He'll get the Cardinals in Miami next week in his next start.
Jun 12 2015Urena picked up the win, allowing just one run on six hits, he did not walk a batter and struck out one over 6.2 innings as Miami downed the Rockies 5-1 Friday night.Urena (1-2, 4.44 ERA) has pitched better since a disastrous first start of the season. He has a nice fastball/change combination, but his breaking pitches are suspect, so he does not generate many strikeouts and could be vulnerable with his limited repertoire as teams become more familiar with his stuff.
Jun 8 2015Urena made his best start of the season Sunday against the Rockies, allowing just one run through six innings with four strikeouts and two walks. He did not factor into the decision.The 23-year-old was unlucky not to earn the win, but Colorado tied the game with a late home run before Miami ultimately won in 10 innings. The quality start was Urrena's second in a row after an inauspicious start to the season, and he will face this same Colorado team at home on Friday.
Jun 1 2015Urena surrendered three runs on four hits across six innings of work to earn the loss in Monday's game against the Cubs.It was just Urena's second career start in the big leagues as he moved to 0-2 with a 7.24 ERA. This outing was much better than his first start and you should see him get more comfortable each time he toes the rubber. Urena will look for that first win in Colorado against the Rockies in his next start.
May 26 2015Urena struggled through his first major league start Tuesday, allowing five runs on 10 hits over 4.2 innings pitched in a loss to the Pirates.The rookie right-hander struck out three while walking one in what was an otherwise forgettable rotation debut. Urena has been outstanding in the minors this season, compiling a 1.21 era over six starts at Triple-A New Orleans and will likely be headed back there after his poor outing.
May 26 2015Urena, who is scheduled to start against the Pirates on Tuesday, has been recalled from Triple-A New Orleans, Joe Capozzi of The Palm Beach Post reports.The 23-year-old Urena owns a 1.21 ERA through six starts for Triple-A New Orleans, but he's never had much luck missing bats, including this season (5.3 K/9). On the plus side, he has consistently posted low walk and home run rates throughout the minor leagues, so he could be a serviceable short-term option. Given the current rash of injuries in the Miami rotation, Urena has a good shot to stick around beyond Tuesday, assuming his outing isn't a disaster.
May 25 2015The Marlins will recall Urena from Triple-A New Orleans to start Tuesday's game against the Pirates.The 23-year-old Dominican owns a 4-0 record and 1.21 ERA over his 37.1 innings spanning six Triple-A starts this year, but considering he has just a 22:12 K:BB and 3.85 FIP, there's a lot of luck in the shiny results he's generated in the early going. Urena has never missed many bats in the minors, and he didn't strike anyone out in his three innings spanning two relief appearances for the Marlins earlier this year. Don't set your expectations too high as he makes his first MLB start.
May 24 2015Urena could be an option to join Miami's rotation this week, the Miami Herald reports.With injuries to Henderson Alvarez (shoulder) and Mat Latos (knee) the Marlins will need to find a starter for Tuesday. Urena spent a week in the major league bullpen in April but has since flourished in six starts for Triple-A New Orleans, compiling a 1.21 ERA and 1.21 WHIP over 37.1 inning with 22 strikeouts and 12 walks.
Apr 21 2015Urena was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday.The Marlins selected Nick Masset's contract and sent Urena packing, ending his tenure with the major league club after one week. Urena was clobbered for three runs on three hits -- including a homer -- in two innings Saturday against the Mets, but he's still on the 40-man roster and figures to get another opportunity when the team needs a fresh bullpen arm.
Apr 13 2015Urena was recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Monday.Urena has been used primarily as a starter throughout his time in the minors, but will serve mostly as the long reliever for the Marlins. The youngster finished last season with a 3.33 ERA and 1.14 WHIP with 121 strikeouts over 162 innings in Double-A, but an appearance in the majors would be the first of his career.
Mar 15 2015Urena was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Sunday, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.The 23-year-old right-hander made just one official Grapefruit League appearance, tossing 1.1 scoreless innings for the Marlins. Urena will continue to work as a starter in the minors this season, though he could earn a look as a late-season bullpen piece if his progress remains steady.
Nov 20 2013Urena was added to the Marlins' 40-man roster Wednesday, MLB.com reportsUrena racked up a solid 3.73 ERA in 27 games(26 starts) at High-A Jupiter during his age-21 season and will look to continue to climb the ranks in the Marlins pitching-rich farm system. The right-hander has modest strikeout ability -- registering 107 batters in 149.2 inning pitched last season -- but has already shown plus control, walking just 1.8 batters per nine innings over his past two seasons in the minors. He's likely to start 2014 at Double-A with a shot to make his big league debut when rosters expand in September.