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Mar 21 2025Urias has been suspended through the conclusion of the All-Star break by Major League Baseball for his second violation of the league's domestic violence policy, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The suspension is a result of an incident that occurred in September of 2023. Urias previously served a 20-game ban in August of 2019 for a separate incident. He is the first player ever to be suspended twice under the league's domestic violence policy. Urias -- who hasn't pitched anywhere since 2023 -- will be eligible to sign with a team after completing his suspension.
May 2 2024Urias pleaded no contest Wednesday to a misdemeanor domestic battery charge related to his Sept. 3 arrest in Los Angeles on suspicion of domestic violence, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As a result of the no contest plea, Urias had his four other misdemeanor charges stemming from the arrest dismissed. He was placed on 36 months of summary probation and ordered to complete 30 days of community labor, as well as a year-long domestic violence counseling course. Additionally, the 27-year-old left-hander must pay a domestic violence fund fee, not possess any weapons, not use any force or violence, pay restitution to the victim and abide by a protective order. Currently a free agent after his contract with the Dodgers expired following the 2023 season, Urias isn't yet facing discipline from Major League Baseball, though the league launched its own investigation into the Sept. 3 arrest that could be completed soon now that a resolution to Urias' legal situation has been reached. Urias has previously served a suspension related to MLB's domestic violence policy, as he was handed a 20-game ban in August 2019 for an incident that occurred earlier that year.
Apr 9 2024Urias was charged with five misdemeanors by the Los Angeles City Attorney's office Tuesday, in connection to his September arrest on suspicion of domestic violence, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Prosecutors declined to seek felony charges for Urias back in January, but he's now facing the misdemeanor counts, which include two counts of domestic battery, one count of spousal battery, one count of false imprisonment and one count of assault. The 27-year-old was suspended 20 games in 2019 for violating MLB's domestic violence policy, so a lengthier ban will likely be in store if he's able to latch on with a new organization.
Jan 10 2024Prosecutors in Los Angeles have declined to file felony charges against Urias in connection with a September arrest on suspicion of domestic violence, the Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias could still face misdemeanor charges after the case was referred to the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office. The 27-year-old was arrested in early September outside BMO Stadium in Exposition Park in L.A. following an alleged incident with his wife. Urias was placed on administrative leave by Major League Baseball days after his arrest and missed the remainder of the season. He is a repeat offender, having been suspended for 20 games in 2019 under MLB's domestic violence policy. Urias is a free agent and is likely facing another lengthy suspension when/if he signs with a new organization.
Sep 6 2023Major League Baseball placed Urias on administrative leave Wednesday following his arrest Sunday on suspicion of felony domestic violence, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias previously received a 20-game suspension in 2019 under MLB's domestic violence policy and could be facing a longer ban in the wake of his arrest. An impending free agent, the 27-year-old has likely already made his final appearance in a Dodgers uniform regardless of where MLB's investigation into the incident ultimately leads. Urias is set to appear in court in Los Angeles on Sept. 27.
Sep 4 2023Urias is on administrative leave while MLB investigates his felony domestic violence arrest from Sunday night, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As Plunkett notes, Urias, who is a free agent after the season, may have pitched his last game for the Dodgers. He served a 20-game suspension for his first domestic violence case in 2019 and will likely be receiving a longer suspension this time around.
Sep 1 2023Urias (11-8) allowed five runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings to take the loss Friday versus Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Atlanta's sluggers were active early and often -- Travis d'Arnaud, Ronald Acuna and Marcell Ozuna each tagged Urias for solo shots. More trouble arrived in the fifth inning, and Urias was out of the game by the time the Dodgers got on the board in the eighth. The southpaw has once again hit the skids, allowing 11 runs, including six homers, over his last 11 innings. He's at a 4.60 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 117:24 K:BB through 117.1 innings across 21 starts this season. Urias is lined up for a road start in Miami next week.
Aug 26 2023Urias (11-7) took the loss Saturday, allowing six runs on eight hits and one walk over six innings against Boston. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old southpaw served up three home runs Saturday, including Adam Duvall's three-run shot in the sixth inning that gave Boston a lead that would not be relinquished. Urias had been phenomenal in his previous five starts, posting a 2.03 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and an impressive 32:4 K:BB across 31 innings during that span. However, Saturday's clunker inflated his season-long ERA to a disappointing 4.41. Urias is projected to face a tough Atlanta lineup at home next week.
Aug 19 2023Urias (11-6) gave up one run on five hits and struck out five over seven innings to earn the win in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader versus the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up a first-inning solo home run to Josh Bell and then clamped down for his third straight quality start. Over his last five outings, Urias has given up just seven runs in 31 innings with a 32:4 K:BB in that span. The southpaw trimmed his ERA to 4.15 with a 1.09 WHIP and 104:21 K:BB over 106.1 innings this season. He's projected to make his next start on the road in Boston.
Aug 13 2023Urias (10-6) earned the win Sunday over the Rockies, allowing three runs on four hits while striking out 12 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 12 strikeouts marked a season high for the southpaw. Aside from an eight-run disaster in Baltimore on July 19, Urias has been strong since the All-Star break. He's won three straight outings and is now at a 4.35 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 99:21 K:BB through 99.1 innings over 18 starts this season. Urias is projected for a home start against the Marlins his next time out.
Aug 8 2023Urias (9-6) allowed four hits and a walk while striking out five over six scoreless innings to earn the win Tuesday over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was back up to a full workload after managing a split nail last week that put him on a pitch count. He's opened August with 11 scoreless innings over two starts, striking out 10 and giving up just seven hits and two walks. The southpaw is now at a 4.39 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 87:21 K:BB through 92.1 innings over 17 starts this season. Urias is lined up for a home start versus the Rockies this weekend.
Aug 3 2023Urias (8-6) earned the win over Oakland on Thursday, pitching five scoreless innings during which he allowed three hits and one walk while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was originally slated to start Tuesday in the series opener, but the outing was pushed back due to a split nail on his pitching hand. Per Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times, manager Dave Roberts indicated prior to the contest that he didn't expect the left-handed hurler to go more than five frames, and that's exactly how things played out with Urias departing after five innings despite having thrown just 68 pitches. Though that kept him from notching a quality start, it didn't prevent Urias from picking up a victory to improve to 8-6. Assuming he emerges from the outing without a setback, Urias should be able to go deeper in his next outing, which tentatively lines up to come in Arizona early next week.
Aug 2 2023Urias threw a bullpen session Tuesday that manager Dave Roberts said "went well," and the lefty hurler remains on track to start Thursday against Oakland, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was originally scheduled to start Tuesday in the opening game of a three-game set against the Athletics, but a split fingernail on his pitching hand resulted in that outing being pushed back a few days. Instead, the southpaw tossed a bullpen Tuesday to gauge the status of the nail issue and determine if he'd need to be held out longer. Since the session was a a success, it appears Urias will face Oakland in the final game of the series Thursday in Los Angeles.
Jul 30 2023Urias will have his next start pushed to Thursday against the Athletics to give a split nail on his pitching hand a couple of extra days to heal, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias allowed three runs over six innings last Tuesday against Toronto, but he apparently dealt with a fingernail issue during the outing. The left-hander will have his next start moved back a couple days, with newcomer Lance Lynn starting Tuesday and Tony Gonsolin taking the mound Wednesday.
Jul 25 2023Urias allowed three runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings in a no-decision versus the Blue Jays on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias responded to last week's poor outing versus the Orioles with a partial bounce-back against another AL East opponent. While it was far from his sharpest work, Urias was able to earn his third quality start in five outings in July. The southpaw is now at a 4.98 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 77:19 K:BB over 81.1 innings through 15 starts. He's projected for a favorable home start versus the Athletics early next week.
Jul 20 2023Urias (7-6) took the loss Wednesday, allowing eight runs on eight hits and two walks over five innings against the Orioles. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias struggled out of the gate Wednesday, issuing a walk to Anthony Santander with one out in the bottom of the first before surrendering three consecutive singles, which was followed by a two-run double from Ramon Urias. The lefty continued to struggle en route to allowing a career-high eight earned runs on the day. Urias has now given up at least five runs in three of his last five starts, producing two or fewer strikeouts while taking the loss in those three games.
Jul 15 2023Urias (7-5) picked up the win in Friday's 6-0 victory over the Mets, giving up one hit and one walk over six scoreless innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Facing off with three-time AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander, Urias nearly unraveled in the first inning. Brandon Nimmo led off the bottom of the frame with a drive to right-center field that was initially ruled a homer, but upon review it was determined to have hit the top of the padded wall and caromed back into play. Pete Alonso then drew a two-out walk, but Urias shut the door on the rally and proceeded to baffle Mets hitters the rest of the way. The southpaw has tossed back-to-back quality starts on either side of the All-Star break, and while his numbers on the season remain disappointing, Urias could be poised for a big second half. He'll likely next take the mound in Baltimore next week.
Jul 6 2023Urias (6-5) allowed two runs on three hits and a walk while striking out eight over six innings to earn the win Thursday over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up five runs over three innings in his return from a hamstring injury, but he was much sharper in his second start back. The southpaw threw 59 of 88 pitches for strikes to pick up a quality start. He's now at a 4.76 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 63:14 K:BB through 64.1 innings over 12 starts this season. He's had a couple of rough patches in the first half, so he'll be looking for a longer stretch of consistently good pitching after the All-Star break.
Jul 2 2023Urias (5-5) took the loss against Kansas City on Saturday, allowing five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out two batters over three innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias' return from a stint on the injured list due to a hamstring injury didn't go well, though part of the issue was bad fortune. Of the four hits he allowed in the first inning, three were bloop singles that left the bat at less than 72 mph. Regardless, the Royals put up five runs in that frame, and Urias' struggles weren't limited to bloopers -- he also issued a walk and hit a batter with a pitch. The southpaw retired five of the final six batters he faced, but he was lifted after 66 pitches since he was on a pitch count following the layoff. Urias will look to bounce back and go deeper into his next start, which is projected to be a home outing against Pittsburgh.
Jul 1 2023Urias (hamstring) was activated off the injured list Saturday ahead of his scheduled start against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias has been out since mid-May with a strained hamstring, but he's good to go after just one rehab start. He wasn't at his best prior to the injury, recording a 4.39 ERA in 10 starts, but his 23.3 percent strikeout rate didn't trail his career 24.3 percent mark by much while his 4.8 percent walk rate is a career best. His 2.28 HR/9 was the main problem, but if he can keep the ball in the yard going forward, he could get back to his old self.
Jun 27 2023Urias (hamstring) is set to return to the Dodgers' rotation Saturday in Kansas City, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias felt good after his lone minor-league rehab start Sunday with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga, during which he tallied eight strikeouts across four innings of one-run ball. He only threw 60 pitches in the outing, so there may be a limit to how far he can go against the Royals, but it's a highly favorable fantasy matchup nonetheless. The 26-year-old left-hander has been on the injured list since May 20 due to a hamstring strain.
Jun 25 2023Urias (hamstring) completed four innings in a rehab start with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Sunday, allowing one run on two hits and one walk while striking out eight batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias tossed 60 pitches (46 strikes) in the outing, which was his first game action since being placed on the injured list May 20. The southpaw isn't expected to need another rehab appearance and is on track to return to the big-league rotation Friday in Kansas City, per Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times. Given his long layoff and his pitch count Sunday, Urias will likely be on a pitch limit in his first game back.
Jun 20 2023Urias (hamstring) will make a rehab start with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Sunday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts confirmed last week that Urias would need a rehab assignment before returning to the Dodgers' rotation, and it appears the left-hander is less than a week away from kicking that off. Assuming Urias makes an additional start in the minors, he should be ready to return in early July.
Jun 18 2023Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Urias (hamstring) could be activated during the Dodgers' road trip in late June, which begins June 27 in Colorado and runs through July 2 in Kansas City, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander threw a bullpen session with no apparent issues Saturday, which was his second time on the mound since he suffered a setback last weekend. Urias is likely to begin a rehab assignment this week and should be able to rejoin Los Angeles' rotation after one or two starts in the minors.
Jun 17 2023Urias (hamstring) threw a bullpen session Saturday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias also threw a bullpen session Tuesday, making Saturday's his second since suffering a setback last week. He figures to begin a rehab assignment in the minors within the next few days before rejoining the Dodgers' rotation. The 26-year-old lefty has been on the IL since May 22.
Jun 11 2023Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Urias (hamstring) will throw one or two bullpen sessions this week before beginning a rehab assignment, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was initially slated to be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Phillies, but he experienced some issues following a bullpen session Thursday. He'll resume mound work during the Dodgers' homestand that begins Tuesday and will eventually join a minor-league affiliate to see some game action before officially being activated.
Jun 9 2023Urias (hamstring) will not start as planned Sunday against the Phillies, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias' hamstring was still giving him problems after a bullpen session Thursday, so his return to the Dodgers' rotation will be pushed back. The 26-year-old lefty will return to throwing off flat ground and his new return date is uncertain, though he will probably require a rehab assignment. A replacement starter for Sunday's game has yet to be announced, but manager Dave Roberts said a bullpen game is likely.
Jun 6 2023Urias (hamstring) threw live batting practice Tuesday in Cincinnati, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was his first time facing live hitters since he was placed on the injured list May 20 due to a left hamstring strain. Urias is traveling with the Dodgers and will likely be allowed to skip a minor-league rehab assignment if his side workouts continue to go smoothly. He appears to be tracking toward a weekend return at Philadelphia. Sunday's series finale is believed to be the target.
Jun 3 2023Urias (hamstring) threw a bullpen session Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias also threw a 15-pitch bullpen session last Tuesday and continues to make progress toward a return to the Dodgers' rotation. If all goes according to plan, Urias will face hitters Tuesday before potentially returning against the Phillies next weekend. The 26-year-old lefty landed on the injured list May 20 and gave up 10 runs in 15.2 innings across his last three starts.
May 30 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Urias (hamstring) threw a 15-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "I think the plan is on Saturday [Urias will] throw on the mound, and then probably two or three days after that, he'll do a simulated, three-inning situation," Roberts said. Urias has been on the shelf since May 20 with his left hamstring strain, and that timeline makes it clear the southpaw won't be able to return when he's eligible. The question will be whether he will need to make a rehab start, but assuming there's no setbacks, it seems likely that Urias is pitching for the Dodgers by the middle of June.
May 29 2023Urias (hamstring) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Monday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers initially planned to have Urias throw a side session this past Saturday, but those plans were scrapped after he felt some discomfort while playing catch Friday. Urias was fortunate to avoid any sort of extended shutdown, however, and assuming he doesn't have any renewed pain in his left hamstring while stepping back on the mound Monday, he could be cleared to face hitters by the end of the week. Urias is unlikely to return from the 15-day injured list during this weekend's series with the Yankees, but could be an option for the Los Angeles rotation the following week if he avoids any further setbacks.
May 27 2023Urias (hamstring) did not throw off the bullpen mound Saturday as planned, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not all bad news as Urias was able to go through a full workout and throw from flat ground Saturday. However, since he did not resume mound work as expected, this could potentially set his return date back a bit. Manager Dave Roberts said earlier this week that he was "hopeful" to have the lefty back in early June against the Yankees when first eligible.
May 22 2023Urias (hamstring) is slated to throw a bullpen session this weekend in Tampa Bay, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that he's "hopeful" Urias will rejoin the rotation in early June against the Yankees when first eligible. The veteran left-hander landed on the injured list over the weekend following a poor start in St. Louis, but it sounds like he won't miss much time if he progresses as hoped.
May 20 2023Urias was placed on the 15-day injured list by the Dodgers on Saturday with a left hamstring strain, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias struggled in his start Thursday against the Cardinals while allowing six runs in just three innings, and it's possible the hamstring injury was partially responsible for the issues. The left-hander is now scheduled to miss at least two weeks while recovering. Wander Suero will take Urias's place on the roster, but the Dodgers will need to add a new starter to the roster in the coming days. It could be Gavin Stone or Michael Grove -- or possibly both -- with Dustin May (elbow) also out of action.
May 18 2023Urias (5-4) took the loss Thursday, allowing six runs on six hits and two walks over three innings in a 16-8 loss to St. Louis. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up four homers in the third inning and wasn't given the chance to pitch in the fourth. Home runs have become a problem for Urias. He allowed 23 in 31 starts last season, but has surrendered 14 in just 10 starts in 2023. He's given up multiple homers in half of his starts. The lefty has made at least 30 starts and posted an ERA under 3.00 in the last two seasons, but he is sporting a 4.39 ERA after the Cardinals teed off.
May 13 2023Urias (5-3) allowed two runs on three hits and struck out four without walking a batter to earn the win Saturday over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias completed seven innings for just the second time this year, and those two games have been his best of the season. He limited the damage to solo home runs by Juan Soto and Ha-Seong Kim in the first two innings. Urias has quality starts in five of his nine outings this season, pitching to a 3.61 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 52:9 K:BB across 52.1 innings. He's tentatively projected to make his next start on the road in St. Louis.
May 7 2023Urias allowed two runs on eight hits and a walk over 5.2 innings during Sunday's win over the Padres. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias coughed up both runs in the first inning before settling in for 4.2 scoreless frames. It was his first start of the season in which he wasn't part of the decision. The 26-year-old southpaw saw his ERA dip slightly to 3.77 with a 48:9 K:BB through 45.1 innings. Urias is currently expected to get a home rematch against the Padres next week.
May 2 2023Urias (4-3) earned the win Tuesday over the Phillies. He allowed one run on one hit and one walk while striking out 10 over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias' lone blemish was a solo home run to former teammate Trea Turner in the fourth inning. The Dodgers provided plenty of support for their starter, and Urias responded with his longest -- and arguably best -- start of the season. He snapped a three-game losing streak and now owns a 3.86 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 45:8 K:BB through 39.2 innings across seven starts this year. The southpaw is projected for a road start in Milwaukee next week.
Apr 27 2023Urias (3-3) took the loss Thursday, allowing six runs on seven hits and two walks over 5.2 innings against the Pirates. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was the latest victim of the Pirates' surprisingly potent offense, as he surrendered three runs in the first inning and three more in the fifth in a 6-2 defeat. After allowing just three runs in his first three outings, Urias has now lost his last three starts, giving up 13 runs over 14.1 innings. The home-run ball has been particularly problematic for Urias, as he's let up six homers during his current three-game losing streak. The 26-year-old left-hander has a 4.41 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 35:7 K:BB in 32.2 innings this season.
Apr 5 2023Urias moved to 2-0 after shutting out the Rockies over six frames in Tuesday's 5-2 victory. He struck out six and scattered five hits while walking none in the 87-pitch start. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have been conservative with Urias' workload in his first two outings of the season, but he's still managed to deliver quality starts while capturing wins and recording exactly six punchouts on both occasions. The 26-year-old lefty endured some early trouble by putting runners on in each of the first three frames and even loading the bases with no outs in the top of the third, but he worked his way out of that jam and retired the final 11 hitters he faced on the night.
Mar 31 2023Urias (1-0) earned the victory Thursday against the Diamondbacks, yielding two runs on just four hits, no walks and a hit by pitch over six frames in an 8-2 win. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was very efficient, needing just 79 pitches to cover his six frames. He cruised after allowing a single run in each of the first two innings, facing the minimum the rest of the way. Urias debuted a slider-cutter hybrid in the outing, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, with the pitch generating two swinging strikes on eight swings. Some natural regression is coming for Urias following last year's 2.16 ERA, which came with a 3.71 FIP, but he should remain a master at inducing weak contact and perhaps the new pitch can help boost his strikeout total.
Mar 20 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters on Monday that Urias has been removed from Team Mexico's active roster from the World Baseball Classic and is expected to start Friday's Cactus League game for the Dodgers, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias would not be able to pitch for Mexico if the club advanced to the WBC finals against the United States. The left-hander posted a 1.35 ERA in two spring appearances before leaving for the tournament with a 1.35 ERA and 0.75 WHIP over 6.2 innings of work. Assuming four days of rest, Urias would be lined up to start Opening Day against the Diamondbacks, but the Dodgers have not announced who will pitch in that contest as of yet.
Mar 1 2023Urias pitched 2.2 innings in a Cactus League contest against Cincinnati on Tuesday, allowing one run on two hits and no walks while striking out four batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lone run against Urias came after he left the game -- he gave up a leadoff single to Luke Maile in the third inning, struck out the next two batters, then watched Maile come around to score after giving way to a reliever. It was a strong debut for Urias, who threw 41 pitches. He's expected to make one more exhibition start before leaving the Dodgers to join Team Mexico for the World Baseball Classic, per Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register.
Feb 26 2023Urias is tentatively expected to start Tuesday's Cactus League game against Cincinnati, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have yet to put any of their projected 2023 starters on the mound through two spring training contests, but that looks to be changing early in the week with Urias and newcomer Noah Syndergaard both on schedule to throw against the Reds on Tuesday. Urias will spend part of his spring pitching for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic, and he's lined up to form a dynamic 1-2 punch with Clayton Kershaw atop the Dodgers' rotation during the coming MLB campaign.
Jan 13 2023Urias agreed to a one-year, $14.25 million contract with the Dodgers on Friday to avoid arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias made $8 million in 2022 and will receive a substantial raise in his final season of arbitration eligibility. The 26-year-old lefty had a 2.16 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 166:41 K:BB over 175 innings last season.
Oct 10 2022Urias was confirmed to be the starter for Game 1 of the Dodgers' NL Division Series against the Padres on Tuesday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After recording a career-best 2.16 ERA and 0.96 WHIP in 2022, Urias will officially serve as the Dodgers' ace to open up the postseason. Urias has faced the Padres three times since the start of September, allowing three earned runs and striking out 12 batters over 19 innings in those games.
Oct 4 2022Urias didn't factor into the decision during Tuesday's 5-2 loss to Colorado, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk with four strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias fell behind early thanks to Brendan Rodgers and Sean Bouchard solo shots in the game's first three innings, but Los Angeles rebounded to erase him from the ledger. The 26-year-old ends the campaign with three straight no-decision though he still managed to limit the opposition to no more than two runs in all 13 of his second half starts. Urias' 2.16 ERA ranks second in MLB behind Justin Verlander while his 0.96 WHIP places him sixth, while the rest of his totals include 166 strikeouts in 175 innings across 31 starts.
Sep 28 2022Urias did not factor in the decision against San Diego on Wednesday, allowing six hits and two walks while striking out five batters over six scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Neither team scored until the 10th frame as Urias and opposing starter Joe Musgrove dueled in the early innings. The emerging Dodgers ace wasn't overpowering -- he notched just seven swinging strikes and five punchouts -- but held the Padres without an extra-base hit and allowed only one runner to reach third base. With the six shutout frames, Urias lowered his NL-best ERA to 2.17. Though Sandy Alcantara is the presumptive frontrunner for the NL Cy Young award, it's worth noting that Urias also tops him in a number of other standard stats, including wins (17), WHIP (0.96) and opponent's batting average (.199). Urias will likely have one more regular-season tune-up before starting in the Dodgers' first or second playoff contest.
Sep 23 2022Urias pitched 5.1 innings against the Diamondbacks on Thursday, allowing one run on three hits and one walk while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias and Zac Gallen engaged in a duel between two of the NL's top pitchers, with both hurlers giving up a single run. Urias saw his streak of quality starts come to an end at five outings, though it wasn't a result of laboring excessively, as he threw just 89 pitches. The Dodgers have no reason to push Urias with the NL West already locked up and home-field advantage throughout the postseason looking increasingly likely, especially given the numerous injuries that have impacted their starting rotation this season. Despite the relatively short outing, Urias looked to be in good form and lowered his NL-best ERA to 2.25 on the campaign.
Sep 17 2022Urias (17-7) earned the win during Saturday's 7-2 victory over San Francisco, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits and one walk with eight strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias fell behind early when a run scored as a result of an error in the first inning, but Los Angeles quickly responded to pull ahead 6-2 at the conclusion of the third. The 26-year-old has won 14 of his last 15 decisions -- surrendering just one run in his lone loss -- while posting a 1.91 ERA in 94.1 innings during the 16-start stretch. Urias' 2.27 ERA and 0.95 WHIP both rank fourth in MLB while his 17 wins rank second.
Sep 10 2022Urias (16-7) earned the win over San Diego on Saturday, tossing seven innings and allowing two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias loaded the bases in the first inning but was able to get out of trouble by striking out Jake Cronenworth to end the frame. He needed 25 pitches to make it through that inning but threw only 58 pitches over his final six frames, with the only runs he surrendered coming on a pair of solo home runs by Manny Machado. Urias registered his 16th victory, and he has a shot to reach the 20-win mark for the second straight season. The left-hander is tied for second in the league in victories and leads qualified National League hurlers with a 2.30 ERA.
Sep 3 2022Urias (15-7) earned the win over San Diego on Saturday, allowing one run on two hits and three walks while striking out two batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias didn't need to expend excessive energy on a hot night in Los Angeles, riding a wave of run support to a cool 78-pitch, six-inning quality start. The left-hander pitched mostly to contact, inducing only six swinging strikes and notching just two punchouts. The lone run he gave up came on a Manny Machado home run in the sixth inning. With Sandy Alcantara getting hammered for six runs Friday, Urias now owns the top ERA in the National League among qualified starters at 2.29.
Aug 28 2022Urias (14-7) allowed one run on one hit and four walks over six innings Sunday, striking out seven and earning a win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brian Anderson's solo shot in the fourth inning was the lone blemish during Urias' quality start. The 26-year-old lefty has yielded two or fewer runs in eight consecutive starts, posting a terrific 1.08 ERA while going 7-1 during that span. Urias is now sporting a 2.32 ERA with a 137:31 K:BB through 139.2 frames. He's lined up for a home start against the Padres next weekend.
Aug 22 2022Urias (13-7) took the loss against Milwaukee on Monday, pitching six innings and allowing one run on two hits and one walk while striking out seven batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias came into the contest having won each of his past six starts and having thrown 11 outings without taking a loss. Both of those streaks came to an end Monday, though Urias can hardly be blamed. The left-hander gave up just two hits, but one was a fourth-inning homer off the bat of Luis Urias that accounted for the only run against him. Despite the loss, the Los Angeles hurler lowered his season ERA to 2.36, good for sixth-best in the majors among qualified pitchers.
Aug 15 2022Urias (13-6) earned the win over Milwaukee on Monday, allowing four hits and two walks while striking out six batters over five scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias wasn't at his sharpest in the contest -- he saw a three-game stretch without a walk come to an end and needed 94 pitches to get through five frames -- but the southpaw still managed to keep the Brewers off the scoreboard. He allowed the leadoff batter to reach base in three of his five innings but consistently found a way to bounce back and navigate out of trouble. The victory was the 10th in the past 11 appearances for Urias, pushing him up to 13 on the campaign -- only one behind National League co-leaders Tony Gonsolin and Kyle Wright. With Walker Buehler (elbow) ruled out for the season Monday and Clayton Kershaw (back) still on the injured list, Urias' continued success could be especially valuable for Los Angeles down the stretch and into the postseason.
Aug 9 2022Urias (12-6) earned the win during Tuesday's 10-3 victory over Minnesota, allowing one run on five hits with eight strikeouts in seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias had his best stuff working Tuesday as he tossed 72 of 90 pitches for strikes with 16 coming of the swinging variety and rolled to a stress-free win. The 25-year-old's 71 game score matches his best of the season with all three starts coming in his last three games, during which Urias has gone 5-0 with a 1.09 ERA across 33 innings. Urias' 68.8 strike percentage, 2.49 ERA and 0.97 WHIP all rank top 10 in MLB. He'll look to keep the momentum going next week in Milwaukee.
Aug 4 2022Urias (11-6) earned the win over San Francisco on Wednesday, allowing seven hits and no walks while striking out six batters over six scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias retired the first 11 batters he faced in the contest and allowed only one extra-base hit overall. He loaded the bases with no outs in the seventh inning before being pulled, but Evan Phillips came to the rescue and kept the Giants off the scoreboard. Urias continued a strong stretch during which he has allowed only three runs while posting a 23:2 K:BB over 26 innings across his past four starts. He's won all four of those outings and has earned a win in eight of his past nine starts overall.
Jul 30 2022Urias gave up two earned runs on four hits and no walks while striking out four over seven innings to earn the win in a 5-4 victory over the Rockies on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias continued his excellent 2022 campaign with seven solid innings of two-run baseball on the road at Coors Field. Other than a blip in the second inning when he gave up an RBI triple to Randal Grichuk, Urias looked in control all night, pounding the zone with his fastball for called strikes and inducing plenty of playable batted balls. The 25-year-old left-hander now has an excellent 103:24 K:BB over 109.2 innings of work this season. He will look for his 11th win of the year when he takes the mound next week at San Francisco.
Jul 23 2022Urias (9-6) allowed two hits and two walks while striking out five over six shutout innings, earning the win Saturday over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Austin Slater got on base three times against Urias, but the Dodgers' southpaw only allowed two other baserunners (a walk and an error) to the Giants' No. 2 through 9 hitters. This was Urias' third quality start in four outings in July. He continues to post excellent ratios with a 2.72 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 99:24 K:BB across 102.2 innings across 19 starts. He's lined up for a tricky road start in Colorado next week -- he's allowed nine runs (six earned) across 7.1 innings in two starts at Coors Field this season, accounting for two of his five outings with three or more runs allowed.
Jul 16 2022Urias (8-6) allowed one run on five hits and struck out eight in seven innings, earning the win Saturday over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was hit hard in a short start last Sunday, but he was back to his usual excellence against the Angels. He limited the damage to a Brandon Marsh solo shot in the seventh inning. This was the first time Urias has completed seven frames all year, and he's won five of his last starts after getting rather unlucky with decisions early in the campaign. He has a 2.89 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 94:22 K:BB across 96.2 innings in 18 starts, though those impressive stats weren't enough to get him named to the All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday.
Jul 10 2022Urias allowed five runs on three hits, a walk and two hit batters while striking out three over two innings in a no-decision versus the Cubs on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up all five runs in the first inning, which included a grand slam by P.J. Higgins. This ended Urias' four-start winning streak, and it was his shortest outing since his season debut. The southpaw has given up four or more runs only four times in 17 starts, so this is likely just a bump in the road rather than a sign of regression. He has a 3.01 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 86:22 K:BB across 89.2 innings, and he'll try to bounce back in a road start versus the Angels next weekend.
Jul 4 2022Urias (7-6) allowed a run on five hits and a walk with seven strikeouts in six innings, earning the win Monday over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias' lone mistake was a fifth-inning solo home run to Jose Iglesias, but the Dodgers responded with four runs in their half of the frame. With the win, Urias has emerged victorious in four straight starts, giving him a record in the black for the first time since May 3. The southpaw owns a crisp 2.57 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 83:21 K:BB through 87.2 innings overall. He'll look to keep up his winning ways this weekend in a home start versus the Cubs.
Jun 29 2022Urias (6-6) earned the win against Colorado on Wednesday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias limited the Rockies to one run through five innings, but he slowed down in the sixth and was pulled after allowing three of four batters he faced to reach base. Nonetheless, the left-hander was given plenty of run support and picked up his third consecutive win. Urias had his streak of four straight quality starts snapped Wednesday, but he still hasn't given up more than three runs in any of his past five appearances. His 6-6 record is mildly disappointing after Urias went 20-3 last season, but it also speaks to the unreliability of pitchers wins and losses as a measure of effectiveness -- Urias' 2.64 ERA through 15 starts this season is better than his 2.96 mark last year, and his 1.03 WHIP is nearly identical to his 1.02 WHIP from 2021.
Jun 25 2022Urias (5-6) picked up the win Friday, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over six innings in a 4-1 victory over Atlanta. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw reeled off his third straight quality start and seventh of the season, tossing 62 of 94 pitches for strikes, including a dominant 20 swinging strikes. Urias has found another gear, posting a dazzling 1.54 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB over 23.1 innings through four outings in June and helping stabilize a Dodgers rotation that continues to have trouble staying healthy.
Jun 19 2022Urias (4-6) earned the win over Cleveland on Saturday, completing six innings and allowing one unearned run on two hits and two walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias struggled a bit in the first inning, issuing a pair of walks and watching a run cross the plate on an error. He bounced back from there, retiring 16 of the final 18 batters he faced and keeping Cleveland off the scoreboard the rest of the way. Urias didn't issue any free passes after the first frame and racked up 12 swinging strikes en route to his sixth quality start of the campaign. He snapped a four-start winless stretch and lowered his ERA to 2.56 overall, fourth-best in the National League among qualified pitchers.
Jun 12 2022Urias (3-6) allowed two runs on three hits and no walks while striking out 10 in six innings, but he took the loss Sunday versus the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite allowing only eight runs in his last 23.1 innings, Urias has now gone four starts without a win. A pair of first-inning solo home runs to Austin Slater and Mike Yastrzemski accounted for all of the damage in this contest. Urias has a 2.80 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 56:15 K:BB across 64.1 innings, which makes his 3-6 record seem highly unlucky. He's projected for a home start versus the Guardians next weekend.
Jun 10 2022Urias will start Sunday's game against the Giants, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was initially listed as the starter for Saturday's matchup, but the team wanted to give him an extra day of rest. As a result, he'll take the mound in the series finale against San Francisco while Clayton Kershaw (pelvis) draws the start Saturday.
Jun 5 2022Urias registered a no-decision during Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Mets, allowing one run on three hits and three walks with four strikeouts in 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias escaped a bases-loaded jam in the second inning and limited the damage to a Starling Marte solo shot in the third in going between five and six innings for the 10th time in 11 starts. Other than two poor outings, the 25-year-old has surrendered no more than three runs in any start, though a 4.51 FIP indicates a 2.78 ERA could increase. He's scheduled to pitch again next weekend against San Francisco.
May 31 2022Urias (3-5) allowed four runs on eight hits and a walk with eight strikeouts in six innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was tagged early, giving up a pair of two-run home runs to Michael Chavis and Tucupita Marcano in the first two innings. The southpaw settled in after that, but the Dodgers couldn't tie the game. With 70 of his 91 pitches going for strikes, Urias had better command than in his last start, an encouraging sign going forward. The 25-year-old has a 2.89 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 41:12 K:BB across 53 innings in 10 starts this year. He lines up for a tough home start versus the Mets this weekend.
May 26 2022Urias (3-4) took the loss Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits and three walks over six innings as the Dodgers fell 1-0 to the Nationals. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw tossed 54 of 87 pitches for strikes en route to his fourth quality start of the season, but Urias got no help from his offense as the Dodgers were shut out for the first time this year. He'll take a 2.49 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 34:11 K:BB through 47 innings into his next outing.
May 21 2022Urias (3-3) picked up the win in Friday's 4-1 victory over the Phillies, scattering two hits over five scoreless innings. He struck out five without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: One start after getting absolutely wrecked by the Phillies to the tune of eight runs and four homers, Urias shut down the potent NL East offense almost completely. The southpaw fired 52 of 80 pitches for strikes before leaving the mound, and he's now held the opposition scoreless in three of his eight outings this season. Urias will take a 2.63 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 31:8 K:BB through 41 innings into his next start.
May 15 2022Urias (2-3) took the loss during Saturday's 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Phillies, allowing eight runs (five earned) on eight hits with three strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias pitched well enough Saturday but was stung by four home runs and found himself in a 6-1 hole after the third inning. An efficient approach has served the 25-year-old well in the past, though offenses may be keying in on that propensity as Philadelphia hit all four home runs early in the count, including two on the first pitch. Look for Urias to switch it up during his next start, as he's currently tabbed for a rematch with the Phillies.
May 9 2022Urias (2-2) picked up the loss Monday after pitching six innings, surrendering two runs on 11 hits while striking out four against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was fortunate to allow only two runs in this one, giving up a season-high 11 hits. He surrendered a sacrifice fly to Yoshi Tsutsugo in the bottom of the fourth inning and later allowed a solo home run by Michael Perez to open the seventh frame before being pulled. Urias had allowed a total of two earned runs on eight hits over 22 innings in his previous four starts heading into Monday. The outing was his third consecutive quality start and his season numbers now stand at a 2.10 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 23 punchouts in 30 innings.
May 3 2022Urias (2-1) earned the win during Tuesday's 3-1 victory over San Francisco, allowing four hits with four strikeouts in six scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias breezed through six innings Tuesday, firing 52 of 65 pitches for strikes and scattering four hits across four different innings to avoid any real threats. Urias has been scorching since a dud in Colorado to open the season with only two runs surrendered in four starts and 22 innings, though Los Angeles' commitment to limiting the 25-year-old's workload caps his upside. He's tentatively scheduled to pitch next on Monday in Pittsburgh.
Apr 22 2022Urias (1-1) registered the win during Friday's 6-1 victory over the Padres, allowing one run on two hits and three walks with six strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias let a run cross the plate in the second inning but was able to stop the damage there in time for Los Angeles to rally with two runs in the fifth to put him in line for the win. After a clunker in Colorado during his first turn, the 25-year-old has thrown a combined 10 innings while allowing one run and just seven baserunners with 11 strikeouts over his last two appearances. The schedule has him set to face off against Arizona on Wednesday for his next start.
Apr 16 2022Urias didn't factor into the decision during Saturday's 5-2 victory over the Reds, allowing one hit and one walk with five strikeouts in five scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In a solid rebound effort, Urias faced the minimum through four innings but was pulled with just 65 pitches and the score knotted at 0-0. This is the exact type of start Los Angeles is looking for from the 25-year-old, who will probably see his innings limited early on after tossing over 200 innings last season. He currently lines up to square off against the Padres on Friday.
Apr 10 2022Urias (0-1) allowed six runs (three earned) on six hits and two walks in two innings to take the loss in Sunday's matchup against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias retired two of the first three batters he faced Sunday, but three runs came across in the bottom of the first inning after Chris Taylor committed an error. The southpaw turned things around in the second but was removed from the game after allowing each of the first five batters to reach base in the bottom of the third inning. Urias displayed decreased velocity and failed to record a strikeout, but he said after the game that he feels fine physically, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. He tentatively lines up to make his next start at home against the Reds on Saturday.
Mar 15 2022Urias said Tuesday that he reported to spring training at 223 pounds, about 20 pounds lighter than he was at the end of the 2021 season, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports. "I always come to spring training lighter," Urias said. "I don't know. I've lost more weight in the past." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The weight loss doesn't seem to be borne out of a desire for better results, coming off a breakout 2021 campaign in which Urias compiled a 2.96 ERA and 195 strikeouts over 185.2 innings. Instead, Urias attributed his svelter body to approaching his career with more maturity and professionalism. Still just 25 years old, Urias might yet be able to reach another level, but even if he merely maintains his strong form from 2021, he'll have an argument for being the majors' top No. 3 pitcher in any rotation. The Dodgers re-signed Clayton Kershaw last week to pair with budding ace Walker Buehler atop the rotation, while the pitching staff could get stronger yet if and when Trevor Bauer (personal) returns from administrative leave.
Oct 21 2021Urias (0-1) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three in five innings to take the loss against Atlanta in Game 4 of the NLCS on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias had pitched the eighth inning in Game 2 of the NLCS on Sunday, which prompted some speculation that he could be pushed back to start Game 5. However, he didn't appear to have any limitations in Wednesday's matchup while throwing 92 pitches across five innings. The southpaw has now allowed at least one run in each of his four postseason appearances this year and has posted a 5.40 ERA and 1.33 WHIP in 15 innings during that time.
Oct 19 2021Urias remains the expected starter for Game 4 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Wednesday after previously looking like he could get pushed back to Game 5, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was expected to start Game 4 before the series began, but there was some doubt whether or not he'd be available after he was called upon to pitch the eighth inning in Game 2 on what would have been his bullpen day Sunday. Rather than pushing him back to Game 5 and going with a bullpen day for Game 4, however, the Dodgers will keep Urias on his previous schedule. It's possible he won't be able to pitch as deep as he otherwise would have given his relief appearance just three days prior.
Oct 16 2021Urias will start Game 4 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias tossed four innings while working as the primary pitcher in Game 5 of the NLDS on Thursday, and he'll be fully rested for his start at Dodger Stadium during the NLCS. The southpaw has recorded a 2.00 ERA and 0.78 WHIP in nine innings across two appearances (one start) during the postseason.
Oct 14 2021Urias allowed one earned run on three hits and no walks while striking out five across four shutout innings Thursday in Game 5 of the NLDS. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias entered the game in the third inning and matched Logan Webb's masterful performance. The lone earned run against Urias came on a solo home run by Darin Ruf in the sixth inning, though he didn't allow any additional extra-base hits. Urias played a large role in the Dodgers' advancing to the NLCS, throwing a total of nine innings across two appearances in the NLDS while allowing just two earned runs and racking up 10 strikeouts as compared to one walk.
Oct 9 2021Urias (1-0) allowed one run on three hits and one walk while striking out five over five innings to earn the win over the Giants in Game 2 of the NLDS on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a 20-win regular season, Urias got right back in the win column in his first start of the 2021 postseason, outdueling Kevin Gausman in San Francisco to even the series at 1-1. The lefty got through his five innings on a tidy 72 pitches (seven swinging strikes). He could start a potential Game 5 on full rest Thursday or perhaps he could pitch out of the bullpen in Tuesday's Game 4 if the Dodgers need him.
Oct 3 2021Urias (20-3) got the win in Saturday's 8-3 victory over Milwaukee, allowing one run on one hit and two walks with seven strikeouts in 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias permitted one run in the first inning but calmed down thereafter to hold the Brewers scoreless the rest of the way and bring Los Angeles to within one game of San Francisco in the NL West. The 25-year-old earned his MLB-leading 20th win to follow up a strong 2020 postseason and concludes the campaign with a 2.96 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 195:38 K:BB in 185.2 innings.
Oct 2 2021Urias' workload in his start Saturday against the Brewers will be dependent on the outcome of the Giants-Padres game, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: San Francisco currently has a two-game lead in the National League West, so if they win Saturday the Dodgers will be eliminated from contention to win the division. In turn, Urias would likely be pulled early in favor of letting the bullpen work the bulk of the contest.
Sep 27 2021Urias (19-3) earned the win Sunday against Arizona after tossing five scoreless innings, allowing five hits and a walk while fanning three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias bounced back admirably after allowing four runs through six innings in his previous start, and he's now extended his undefeated streak to 16 starts -- he last dropped a game when he was tagged with the loss against the Padres on June 21. He's gone 10-0 with a 2.07 ERA and a 1.01 WHIP in that 16-game stretch, and it's worth mentioning his recent performances have been as dominant as well with a 2.20 ERA and a 1.05 WHIP across five September starts.
Sep 22 2021Urias pitched six innings against Colorado on Tuesday, allowing four runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out five. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw was efficient in the outing, needing only 73 pitches (54 of which were strikes) to make it through six frames. He was perfect for three innings before Colorado got to him for a pair of runs in the fourth. Urias surrendered two more runs in the sixth, resulting in the first outing in which he has allowed more than two earned runs since mid-July. Los Angeles ultimately pulled out the contest in extra frames, however, extending Urias' streak of starts without a loss to 15. The 25-year-old will look to keep that streak alive while pursuing his 19th win of the campaign when he faces Arizona on the road this weekend.
Sep 16 2021Urias (18-3) earned the win over Arizona on Wednesday, completing five innings and allowing two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw exited after 76 pitches and five frames, which Urias stated was part of a pre-determined plan, per Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA. That kept him from logging a quality start, but Urias nonetheless managed to extended his streak of winning starts to five and add another victory to his MLB-leading total. Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports that Urias' velocity was down a bit in the outing, which may be a consequence of the 25-year-old more than doubling his previous big-league high mark for a season with 168.1 innings pitched. The Dodgers are off Thursday and Monday, which should provide Urias extra rest before his next start, which tentatively lines up to take place at Colorado next Wednesday.
Sep 11 2021Urias (17-3) earned the win over San Diego on Friday, hurling seven scoreless innings during which he allowed three hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw was masterful in the outing, throwing 64 of 94 pitches for strikes and retiring nine of the final 10 batters he faced. Urias finished with his fourth scoreless outing in his past seven starts, though he went only five innings in each of the previous three efforts. Since July 21, he has posted a 1.23 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 53:9 K:BB across nine starts covering 51.1 frames. Urias will try to add to his league-leading 17 wins in his next start, which is tentatively lined up to come at home versus Arizona on Wednesday.
Sep 4 2021Urias (16-3) won Saturday's 6-1 match with San Francisco, allowing one run on eight hits with eight strikeouts in 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias limited San Francisco's damage to a single run in the first inning and never encountered trouble thereafter in rolling to his MLB-leading 16th victory. The 26-year-old's eight strikeouts are his most in a start in nearly two months and Urias has now won three straight starts, winning seven straight decisions dating back to July 2.
Aug 30 2021Urias (15-3) won Monday's 5-3 match against Atlanta, allowing two runs on four hits with seven strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was staked to a 5-0 lead early and was dominant early, surrendering only two baserunners through his first five innings, but served up two solo shots in the sixth. Despite a few threats, Los Angeles was able to preserve the lefty's MLB-leading 15th victory. Urias concludes August with a sparkling 1.38 ERA in 26 innings across five starts.
Aug 25 2021Urias (calf) (14-3) earned the win Tuesday against the Padres after tossing five scoreless innings, allowing one hit and two walks while fanning four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was activated from the injured list just before Tuesday's outing and he delivered another strong showing, as he's now allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his last six starts. The left-hander is having a career-best season but has been excellent following the All-Star break, posting a 1.88 ERA and a 0.99 WHIP across 38.1 innings in that span.
Aug 24 2021The Dodgers activated Urias (calf) from the 10-day injured list ahead of his start against the Padres on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Urias returns from a left calf contusion to start the series opener in San Diego. Before his 10-day absence, the lefty allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his last five starts, posting a 1.30 ERA and 27:6 K:BB in that 27.2-inning span. Neftali Feliz was designated for assignment in a corresponding move Tuesday.
Aug 22 2021Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Urias (calf) is "trending" to return from the 10-day injured list to start Tuesday's series opener in San Diego, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was placed on the 10-day injured list Aug. 14 with a left calf contusion, but the 25-year-old southpaw looks like he'll be ready to go after a minimum-length stay on the shelf. Assuming Urias is feeling fine physically coming out of his pre-start bullpen session, he likely won't face many limitations Tuesday, given the brevity of his stay on the IL.
Aug 18 2021Urias (calf) has recovered quickly and will be activated from the injured list Tuesday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty threw a simulated game Wednesday, which manager Dave Roberts said went well. Assuming he starts Tuesday upon being activated, Urias will face the Padres, against which he allowed six runs and walked four batters in four innings June 21.
Aug 14 2021Urias hit the injured list with a left calf contusion Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The specific diagnosis doesn't sound like it should keep Urias out for long, though whether or not he'll need to miss more than one turn in the rotation remains unclear. His 139.2 innings this season already blows out his total of 78.0 from last season, so this may be little more than a convenient way for the Dodgers to avoid overworking the young lefty. The team will need to call up a replacement to take his turn in the rotation Wednesday against the Pirates, as it will be utility man Zach McKinstry who earns the callup in a corresponding move Saturday.
Aug 7 2021Urias didn't factor into the decision during Saturday's 5-3 win over the Angels, allowing three runs (two earned) on six hits and three walks with five strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias pitched well aside from a rough third inning that saw him permit all three runs on three hits and an error. He departed down 3-2 but the Dodgers eventually rallied to get the 24-year-old off the hook for the loss. Urias has now gone at least five innings and allowed four runs or less in eight straight starts, lowering his ERA from 3.99 to 3.41 in the process.
Aug 1 2021Urias (13-3) won Sunday's 13-0 contest with Arizona, allowing just four hits in five innings with seven strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias dominated the Snakes all game, throwing 59 of 83 pitches for strikes and permitting no more than one baserunner in any of his five innings. The 13th victory brings Urias to a tie with Kyle Hendricks for the MLB lead and the 24-year-old has now won four straight decisions.
Jul 28 2021Urias did not factor in the decision versus San Francisco on Tuesday despite allowing only one run over 5.2 innings. He surrendered six hits and no walks while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw breezed through five scoreless frames before the Giants tagged him for a run on three hits in in the sixth. That was enough to instigate his exit from the contest and eliminate his chance for a win on a night when the Dodgers' offense managed only one run. Urias will carry a 3.54 ERA and 132:25 K:BB into his next start, which is expected to come at Arizona on Sunday.
Jul 21 2021Urias got a no-decision in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to San Francisco, allowing one run on three hits and a walk with five strikeouts in seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias surrendered a first-inning home run to Mike Yastrzemski but settled down thereafter, permitting just three baserunners all game moving forward. Unfortunately for the young lefty, the typically reliable Kenley Jansen gave up two home runs in the ninth to blow the lead and erase Urias' potential league-leading 13th victory. He lines up to face the Giants again early next week.
Jul 16 2021Urias (12-3) allowed four earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking three across 5.2 innings to earn the win over the Rockies on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias had one bad inning, allowing all four of his runs on one swing of the bat from C.J. Cron in the third frame. Otherwise, he was fantastic in his outing. He got his third win in a row, despite allowing over twice as many hits as strikeouts for the first time this season. The 24-year-old has a 3.78 ERA and 122 strikeouts in 112 innings. He is tied with Kyle Hendricks with the most wins in all of baseball.
Jul 8 2021Urias (11-3) allowed one earned run on five hits and two walks while striking out nine across seven innings to earn the win Thursday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias allowed a leadoff home run to Jazz Chisholm in the first inning, but that would be the only earned run he surrendered in the outing. He otherwise dominated the Marlins, ceding only three hits and one walk across his final six frames of work. Urias' ability to work deep into the game was also encouraging, as it was his longest start since May 12 -- a span of nine appearances. With the strong effort, Urias lowered his ERA to 3.64 on the campaign to go along with 119 strikeouts across 106.1 frames.
Jul 3 2021Urias (10-3) gave up three runs (one earned) on three hits and three walks while fanning three across six innings to earn the win Friday against Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mexican lefty picked up his 10th victory on the season and also posted his eighth quality start of the campaign, though he's reached that feat just twice since the start of June. Urias is having a strong season with a 3.81 ERA and a 1.07 WHIP, though he already sports a career-high mark in innings pitched, so it remains to be seen how the Dodgers will handle his workload in the second half of the season. For now, he's slated to pitch next week on the road against the Marlins.
Jun 26 2021Urias allowed two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out 12 across 5.1 innings in the win over the Cubs on Saturday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias posted a season-high 12 punchouts in just 5.1 innings pitched. The 24-year-old's innings-count is being limited throughout the year, as he was pulled after 84 pitches. Saturday was a big bounceback performance after he allowed six runs to the Padres in his previous outing. The long ball remains to be an issue for Urias, as Anthony Rizzo's fourth-inning solo home run marked seven straight starts for Urias with at least one home run allowed. He has a 3.95 ERA and a 10.3 K/9 in 93.1 innings.
Jun 21 2021Urias (9-3) lost Monday's 6-2 game against San Diego, allowing six runs on six hits and four walks with five strikeouts in four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was tormented by Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth, who each recorded a homer and three RBI when facing the lefty. He's now received a decision in nine of his last 10 starts and the poor outing elevated his ERA from 3.54 to 3.99.
Jun 16 2021Urias allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five over 5.2 innings Tuesday against the Phillies. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias served up a solo home run to Andrew McCutchen in the second before the Phillies tacked on two more in the fifth on a pair of singles and a pair of errors. The 24-year-old also helped his own cause with an RBI double to right field in the fourth. Urias is currently tied for the MLB lead with nine wins and will take a 3.54 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 90:13 K:BB over 84 innings into his next scheduled start against the Padres at the beginning of next week.
Jun 10 2021Urias (9-2) picked up the win Thursday after holding the Pirates to three runs on six hits and no walks while striking out five over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Most of his damage came via a two-run long ball to Bryan Reynolds in the third inning. It was otherwise a strong outing with solid command for Urias, who did not issue any free passes for the sixth time this year. It's worth noting that the 24-year-old helped his own cause for the win by knocking in a bases-loaded, two-run single against Mitch Keller in the third inning. Since the beginning of May, Urias has fanned 54 batters and walked five over eight appearances. The southpaw lines up to make his next start at home Tuesday against the Phillies.
Jun 5 2021Urias (8-2) picked up the win Friday in a 9-5 victory over Atlanta, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A Freddie Freeman solo shot in the first inning was the only blemish on Urias' line. The southpaw tossed 83 pitches (53 strikes) before exiting, and he'll take a 3.48 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 80:11 K:BB through 72.1 innings into his next start.
May 29 2021Urias (7-2) allowed seven runs (six earned) on 11 hits and two walks while striking out five across five innings, taking the loss to the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After beating the Giants in his previous start, San Francisco got their revenge on Urias and knocked him around for 11 hits. In addition, he surrendered a two-run home run to Donovan Solano in the third inning. The hits and runs allowed by Urias are both season highs for him. The southpaw had an outstanding year prior to this start, still sporting a 3.61 ERA and a 0.95 WHIP with 75 punchouts in 67.1 innings.
May 24 2021Urias (7-1) allowed two runs on three hits while striking out 10 hitters over six innings as he got the win over the Giants on Sunday. He also went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBI and a run scored as a hitter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was phenomenal as he took a perfect game into the sixth inning before Mike Tauchman broke it up with a single and Austin Slater put the Giants on the board with a two-run homer. The 24-year-old was otherwise excellent as he whiffed double-digit batters for the third time this season. He'll take a 3.03 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 70:7 K:BB into his next scheduled start.
May 19 2021Urias (6-1) earned the win over Arizona on Tuesday, tossing 6.1 innings and allowing one run on three hits and no walks while striking out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw gave up a second-inning run but otherwise cruised through his fifth quality start of the campaign. Urias was in control throughout the game, issuing no free passes and allowing only one extra-base hit (a double by Nick Ahmed). He is tied for second in MLB with six wins on the campaign and has registered a 3.04 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 60:7 K:BB across 56.1 innings. Urias is lined up to face the Giants in San Francisco this weekend.
May 13 2021Urias (5-1) earned the win over Seattle on Wednesday, pitching seven innings and allowing one run on two hits and one walk while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander had little trouble with Seattle's lineup in the win, yielding only three baserunners and no extra-base hits. In what has become a pleasant trend for him this season, Urias was very efficient in the outing, needing only 87 pitches to get through seven frames. On the campaign, Urias is averaging over six innings per start but has yet to exceed 95 pitches in a game. He'll carry five wins and a 3.26 ERA into his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to come against Arizona on Monday.
May 7 2021Urias (4-1) allowed five earned runs on eight hits while striking out four across five innings, taking the loss to the Angels on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias took his first loss Friday in his worst outing of the season. It was the first time Urias was shelled on the mound after giving up a four-run second inning that included a pair of home runs by Justin Upton and Tyler Ward. He managed to settle down to surrender just one more run in the fifth inning. The 24-year-old carries a 3.59 ERA and 0.98 WHIP through 42.2 innings. He holds a solid 7.67 K/BB this year after not walking anyone Friday.
May 2 2021Urias (4-0) earned the win Sunday versus the Brewers with seven innings of one-run ball. He allowed four hits and struck out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was strong on his own, but the Dodgers' bats flexed some muscle with a season-high 16 runs in the game. The quality start saw Urias lower his ERA to 2.87 with a 0.90 WHIP and 42:6 K:BB across 37.2 innings this season. The southpaw will look to carry his recent strong pitching into next weekend's road matchup with the Angels.
Apr 27 2021Urias allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings Monday against the Reds. He didn't factor into the decision in the eventual extra-inning loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias walked the opening batter of the game but went on to retire nine straight before running into some trouble in the fourth and fifth innings. He allowed consecutive hits to open the fourth and couldn't stop the runners from scoring, then gave up another run in the fifth after struggling with his command a bit. He ended up avoiding the loss when Corey Seager tied the game in the seventh with a two-run homer. Urias will take a 3.23 ERA into his next scheduled start, a showdown against Corbin Burnes and the Brewers on Saturday.
Apr 20 2021Urias (3-0) earned the win Tuesday in Seattle after striking out 11 and giving up one hit and one walk over seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old was in complete command of the zone Tuesday, as he delivered 68 of 88 pitches for strikes and generated 17 swinging strikes. Urias has a 2.81 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 26:4 K:BB through 25.2 innings this season, and he'll attempt to continue his strong start to the year Monday versus the Reds.
Apr 15 2021Urias was charged with five runs (four earned) on seven hits and two walks while striking out six over six innings in a no-decision against the Rockies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty gave up some hard-hit balls, including homers to Ryan McMahon and Garrett Hampson. Urias surrendered the lead in the sixth inning on back-to-back hits and some sloppy defense put Urias in line for the loss before the Dodgers rallied against the Colorado bullpen. Urias, who is 2-0 with a 3.86 ERA and 15:3 K:BB through 18.2 innings this season, projects to face Seattle on the road early next week.
Apr 10 2021Urias (2-0) allowed three runs on nine hits over 5.2 innings in a win over the Nationals on Saturday. He struck out three and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty gave up five singles in his first two innings, but he eventually buckled down. Overall, Urias threw 74 of his 95 pitches for strikes, so he was challenging hitters and most of the Washington lineup was not up to the challenge. It looks like the reins are finally coming off for Urias at age 24, at least in terms of his pitch counts; the Dodgers will likely still find ways to manage his innings this season. Urias lines up to face the Padres in San Diego next week.
Apr 4 2021Urias (1-0) allowed one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out six across seven innings to earn the win Sunday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias' outstanding spring performance carried over into his regular season debut Sunday. The southpaw was efficient in getting batters out, pitching into the eighth inning. The only blemish on his record came in the eighth inning when the runner he was responsible for scored off Jimmy Nelson. Urias looks to have another dominant year after posting a 2.82 ERA over the last two seasons.
Mar 30 2021Urias hurled 5.2 innings against the Angels on Monday, allowing one run on two hits and no walks while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his final tune-up before the regular season, Urias threw 68 pitches -- 47 for strikes -- and yielded only one run on a homer by Phil Gosselin. The southpaw was outstanding in spring play, posting a 1.69 ERA, 0.69 WHIP and 12:3 K:BB over 16 innings. He'll next toe the mound in the Dodgers' fourth game of the season, slated for Sunday at Colorado.
Mar 27 2021Urias was officially named the Dodgers' fourth starter Saturday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was seemingly part of a four-way competition with David Price, Tony Gonsolin and Dustin May for the Dodgers' final two rotation spots, though he always appeared to be a favorite. Despite debuting back in 2016, Urias has made a total of just 38 big-league starts, spending time in both the bullpen and on the injured list. If he remains healthy all season, he could blow past his previous career highs of 15 starts and 79.2 innings, though the Dodgers can afford to give him plenty of rest to manage his workload given their impressive rotation depth.
Mar 14 2021Urias pitched 2.1 innings against Kansas City in Sunday's Cactus League contest, allowing five runs (one earned) on two hits and two walks while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers' defense did little to help Urias get off to a smooth start Sunday, committing a pair of errors and a passed ball in the first inning. Though the southpaw was charged with five runs, only one was earned, and that came on a solo home run in the second frame. Urias is attempting to secure the fifth spot in the starting rotation heading into the campaign, and he has held his own so far, giving up two earned runs and striking out six over 6.1 spring innings.
Mar 9 2021Urias held the White Sox scoreless and hitless over three innings in a Cactus League contest Monday. He struck out one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Eric Stephen of SBNation.com, Urias was originally scheduled to throw only two innings in the exhibition game, but he made it through the first two frames so efficiently (12 pitches) that he ended up going out for a third. Altogether, the left-hander tossed 26 pitches, retiring all nine batters he faced. Urias appears to have an inside track to a rotation spot to open the campaign, and he clearly helped strengthen his case with Monday's effort.
Feb 18 2021Urias will throw a bullpen session Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was praised by manager Dave Roberts for his physical conditioning upon arrival at spring training. While that's a common refrain for many players at this time of the season, it's still encouraging that Urias is on track physically. He's expected to be a key member of the Dodgers' rotation, though may have to compete with Tony Gonsolin and Dustin May for the role.
Jan 15 2021Urias and the Dodgers reached a one-year, $3.6 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias has been impressive over the past several seasons, and he'll be rewarded with a significant pay increase in 2021. The southpaw served mainly as a starter last year, posting a 3.27 ERA and 1.15 WHIP over 55 innings during 11 appearances (10 starts).
Oct 27 2020Urias recorded the 2.1 innings of flawless work Tuesday, fanning four and earning the save in a win over the Rays in Game 6 of the World Series. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias came into the game with two outs in the seventh inning with a runner on first and proceeded to immediately fan Yandy Diaz. The southpaw allowed three earned runs in 23 innings of work and was so impressive starting and out of the bullpen that he was in the World Series MVP discussion. The 24-year-old was the youngest player to record a save in a World Series potential clinching game since 1981.
Oct 25 2020Urias didn't factor in the decision during the loss to the Rays in Game 4 of the World Series on Saturday. He allowed two runs on four hits with nine strikeouts and one walk over 4.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was another strong performance from the young left-hander, with the only runs he allowed coming via solo homers from Randy Arozarena and Hunter Renfroe. Urias threw 56 of 80 pitches for strikes and obviously won't be available for Game 5, but it could be all hands on deck for the Dodgers with Game 6 now guaranteed for Tuesday, though the 24-year-old figures to be limited out of the bullpen on two days rest.
Oct 21 2020Urias will start Game 4 of the World Series against the Rays on Saturday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts previously indicated the 24-year-old was available Wednesday for Game 2, but he never entered the contest with the Dodgers trailing all game. Urias earned the win in Game 7 of the NLCS against the Braves on Sunday with three scoreless frames to close the game, so he'll be fully rested for his start Saturday. The left-hander has been lights out in four appearances this postseason with a 4-0 record, 0.56 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 16:3 K:BB across 16 innings.
Oct 19 2020Urias picked up the win Sunday in Game 7 of the NLCS against Atlanta, throwing three hitless, scoreless innings to close out the game. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he was the final arm called upon in the game for the Dodgers, Urias actually pitched the longest of anyone on his team, with none of the previous four pitchers throwing more than two innings. Urias entered the game with the score tied 3-3 in the top of the seventh and proceeded to retire the next nine batters in order despite not striking out a single one, earning the win as the Dodgers took a one-run lead in the bottom of the seventh.
Oct 15 2020Urias earned the win in Game 3 of the NLCS on Wednesday, allowing one run on three hits in five innings while striking out five and walking two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias didn't need to be nearly as good as he was, as the Dodgers held a 11-0 lead by the time he threw his first pitch in the bottom of the first inning. The lead had been stretch to 15-0 by the time he allowed his only run, a solo homer by Cristian Pache. He now owns a 0.69 ERA in 13 inning this postseason, striking out 16 batters while walking just three.
Oct 13 2020Urias will start Game 3 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Wednesday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers had to alter their plans after Clayton Kershaw was scratched from his scheduled Game 2 start due to back spasms. Tony Gonsolin will handle that game, with Urias lined up for Game 3. Kershaw may be ready to pitch by Game 4, though the Dodgers have yet to announce their plans for him. Urias has struck out 11 and walked just one in eight scoreless innings of relief so far this postseason.
Oct 9 2020Urias turned out to be the primary pitcher for Thursday's NLDS Game 3 win over the Padres, picking up the victory after allowing just a single unearned run on one hit over five innings of relief. He struck out six while walking one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dustin May was announced as the starter but was only asked to throw one inning before turning it over to Adam Kolarek, who in turn handed off to Urias just two outs later. The young lefty was excellent, with an error and a balk combining to allow the Padres to score their only run during his five frames. Urias has now thrown eight innings without allowing a single earned run this postseason.
Oct 1 2020Urias tossed three scoreless innings of relief while allowing three hits and striking out five against the Brewers in Wednesday's Game 1 win. He picked up the win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Walker Buehler was pulled after four innings, so Urias came on and was the pitcher of record in the 4-2 series-opening victory. He needed 52 pitches to get through the three frames, but he was in control throughout. Given the Dodgers' pitching depth, Urias probably won't be used again until the second round.
Sep 23 2020Urias took a no-decision during Wednesday's loss to the A's, giving up one run on two hits and a pair of walks while striking out five across six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Serving as the bulk reliever behind Joe Kelly and Brusdal Graterol, Urias entered the game in the third inning and turned in a solid six frames. His only damage of the night came via an RBI single by Ramon Laureano in the seventh. Although the southpaw's role for the postseason has yet to be determined, it would appear as though Dave Roberts could be planning to use him out of the bullpen during the playoffs. The 24-year-old closes out the regular season with a 3.27 ERA and 1.15 WHIP across 11 appearances (10 starts).
Sep 17 2020Urias did not factor into the decision during Thursday's win over the Rockies, allowing two runs on three hits while striking out two across 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Overall it was a solid performance for Urias at hard-hitting Coors Field. After giving up a pair of runs in the first inning, the southpaw settled into a steady groove, quieting Colorado's bats the rest of the way. Urias left the game with the score tied, 2-2, but luckily the Dodgers offense came through with the win. The 24-year-old will bring a 3.49 ERA and 1.20 WHIP into a Wednesday contest against Oakland.
Sep 12 2020Urias pitched six innings against the Astros on Saturday, allowing one run on three hits and four walks while striking out three. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was wild in the outing, allowing a season-high four walks in six innings. He was otherwise excellent, however, yielding only three hits and limiting Houston to a single run. The quality start was the left-hander's third of the season and the second in his last three outings. He departed in line for a win but had to settle for a no-decision after Houston staged an improbable comeback in the ninth inning. Urias will carry a 3.53 ERA and 1.29 WHIP into his next start, currently scheduled for Thursday at Colorado.
Sep 10 2020Urias will start Saturday's game against the Astros, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw is coming off a shaky outing in which he allowed four runs over 4.1 innings against the Rockies, so he will certainly be looking to work deeper into the game Saturday against Houston. The 24-year-old is 3-0 with a 3.86 ERA to go along with 35 strikeouts on the campaign.
Sep 6 2020Urias yielded four runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six over 4.1 innings in a no-decision Sunday versus the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up a two-run homer to Josh Fuentes in the second inning, and then he got into trouble in the fifth before Dylan Floro replaced him. It was a rare misstep for Urias this season, who has a 3.86 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 35:12 K:BB across 37.1 innings. The 24-year-old is expected to start next Sunday versus the Astros.
Sep 1 2020Urias (3-0) allowed one run on four hits and struck out five over six innings in a win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The only damage on Urias' line was a solo home run by Carson Kelly in the third inning. The other three hits he allowed were singles. Tuesday also marked the second time in seven starts Urias didn't walk a batter. The 24-year-old southpaw has a 3.27 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 29 strikeouts through 33 innings this season. He lines up for a home start versus the Rockies on Sunday.
Aug 27 2020Urias will start Tuesday against the Diamondbacks rather than Sunday against the Rangers, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was scheduled to start Sunday's series finale against Texas, but the Dodgers have decided to go with Tony Gonsolin on Sunday instead. Urias will open the series against Arizona when the Dodgers return home Tuesday.
Aug 26 2020Urias didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's contest between the Dodgers and the Giants. He allowed four runs on six hits and three walks while fanning six across four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias has not completed five innings in three of his last four starts, showing the same struggles to pitch deep into games he has evidenced throughout most of his career. He posted season-high marks for hits, earned runs and walks in this game, although he also fanned a season-best six in what seemed to be the lone positive aspect of this starts. Urias' next start is scheduled for Aug. 30 at Texas.
Aug 19 2020Urias did not factor into the decision during Wednesday's loss to the Mariners, allowing one run on four hits and a walk while striking out five across 1.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After pitching into the seventh inning during his last start against the Padres, Urias failed to provide the same length for the Dodgers on Wednesday. The southpaw needed 34 pitches to get through the first inning, though he did punch out five of his 10 batters faced. After another 18 pitches into the second frame, Urias was replaced with reliever Dennis Santana. The 24-year-old, who owns a 2.74 ERA and 1.26 WHIP, will look to iron out his efficiency Tuesday at San Francisco.
Aug 13 2020Urias (2-0) earned the win against San Diego on Thursday, pitching 6.1 innings and allowing two runs on five hits while striking out three. He did not issue any walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias got off to a shaky start in the contest, allowing a pair of first-inning solo home runs. However, he settled in the rest of the way, holding San Diego scoreless while the Dodgers' offense provided plenty of support and helped him cruise to his second win. Urias succeeded by tossing first-pitch strikes to 17 of the 24 batters he faced and throwing 57 of 86 pitches for strikes overall. The southpaw sports a 2.53 ERA and 1.13 WHIP through his first four starts and has not yielded more than two runs in any outing thus far. He'll try to continue his success when he heads to Seattle take on the Mariners on Wednesday in his next scheduled start.
Aug 12 2020Urias' next turn in the rotation will come Thursday against the Padres, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was originally projected to start Wednesday, but manager Dave Roberts ultimately decided to give his rotation an extra day of rest amidst a stretch of 17 consecutive games without an off day. Tony Gonsolin will be recalled from the team's alternate training site to make the start Wednesday.
Aug 7 2020Urias did not factor into the decision during Friday's win over the Giants, allowing one run on three hits and two walks while striking out two across four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old had some early command issues, walking his lead-off batter and throwing his first six pitches for balls. Luckily, he straightened things out and was able to hold the Giants to just one run on an RBI single to Donovan Solano in the third inning. The southpaw needed 78 pitches to get through four frames, which halted his outing early. He'll look to defend a solid 2.40 ERA on Wednesday against the Padres.
Aug 1 2020Urias (1-0) allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out five in six innings to earn the win Saturday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Only a pair of RBI singles could tarnish an otherwise sparkling outing from Urias. The Dodgers homered four times in the contest, giving their starter plenty of run support. Urias has a 2.45 ERA and 1.27 WHIP with eight strikeouts through 11 innings this season. The southpaw is expected to make a home start versus the Giants on Friday.
Jul 26 2020Urias gave up one run on five hits and three walks while striking out three over five innings in the Dodgers' 3-1 loss to the Giants on Sunday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old lefty emerges from his 2020 debut without a win and with only three punchouts, but he had 10 swinging strikes on 78 pitches and there will certainly be better days ahead in terms of run support. With Clayton Kershaw (back) on the IL, the Dodgers will need to lean on Urias now more than ever. He lines up for a road start in Arizona next weekend.
Jul 21 2020Urias took the win in Monday's exhibition contest against Arizona, pitching five innings and allowing one run on four hits and one walk while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias gave up a second-inning home run to Ildemaro Vargas but was otherwise sharp in his final tuneup before the regular season. The southpaw is penciled in as the Dodgers' No. 3 starter this season and is slated to make his first appearance of the 2020 campaign Saturday at home against San Francisco.
Mar 9 2020Urias was confirmed as the Dodgers' fourth starter by manager Dave Roberts on Monday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Urias will open the year in the rotation, it remains to be seen how long he'll stay there. He threw just 85.1 innings last season (including the playoffs) and just 22 and 54.2 in the two previous campaigns. The Dodgers have the rotation depth necessary to manage Urias' workload carefully, though it's safe to expect quality innings, even if the quantity is restricted. In 184 career innings at the major-league level, the young lefty owns a 3.18 ERA, a 1.28 WHIP and a 24.1 percent strikeout rate.
Mar 2 2020Urias pitched two-thirds of an innings against Cincinnati on Monday, allowing two unearned runs on a hit and a walk while striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the unearned runs charged to Urias were partly a result of Justin Turner's fielding error leading off the inning, the southpaw nonetheless struggled in his first Cactus League appearance of the season. That shouldn't put his status at risk, however, as manager Dave Roberts has already confirmed Urias' place in the rotation to begin the campaign.
Feb 27 2020Urias will make his first spring training appearance on the mound Monday against the Reds, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Robers recently confirmed that Urias will begin the season in the starting rotation. The young left-hander finished the 2019 season with a 2.49 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 85:27 K:BB across 79.2 innings (eights starts). Urias' road splits last year featured a 1.86 ERA, making it clear that the 23-year-old isn't afraid of the big moment and should fit nicely toward the bottom of a star-studded Dodgers pitching staff.
Feb 22 2020Urias is expected to begin the season as one of the Dodgers' starting pitchers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias has been shuffled between the bullpen and the starting rotation over his career, but manager Dave Roberts confirmed Saturday that the 23-year-old will begin the season in the starting rotation. The southpaw posted a 2.49 ERA and 1.08 WHIP over 37 appearances (eight starts) in 2019.
Feb 20 2020Urias will not be restricted this season, Cary Osborne of Dodger Insider reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias has bounced between the bullpen and the starting rotation throughout his major-league career as he has dealt with both injuries and age-related inning limits. After compiling a 2.49 ERA in 79.2 frames last season, he has a legitimate chance to begin the campaign as one of the Dodgers' five starting pitchers. Though that may seem like a long time coming, Urias is still young by MLB standards -- he won't turn 24 until mid-August.
Jan 10 2020Urias agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal with the Dodgers on Friday, avoiding arbitration, freelance baseball writer Robert Murray reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was the young southpaw's first of four years as an arbitration-eligible player. He is a popular breakout candidate now that the decks are clear for him spend the bulk of the year in the big-league rotation.
Nov 13 2019Urias will be a starting pitcher next season, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Urias was always expected to be a starter long term, but injuries have limited him to a total of 13 starts over the last three seasons. He had an excellent 2.01 ERA in 29 relief appearances last year, though his 3.26 ERA in eight starts was quite good as well. Don't expect him to suddenly pitch 200 innings in 2020, however, as he threw just 81.2 frames in 2019.
Sep 8 2019Urias is moving back to the bullpen for now, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He logged two scoreless innings Sunday against the Giants, giving up three hits while striking out four. However, he needed 43 pitches (29 strikes) to get through those two frames, and that lack of efficiency may be the reason the Dodgers would prefer to use him as a reliever. While he will be available as a reliever in the upcoming series in Baltimore, qhe could open for Kenta Maeda again next weekend against the Mets. Either way, it seems the Dodgers will continue to groom Urias for a 2-to-3-inning role for the postseason.
Sep 6 2019Urias will start Sunday's game against the Giants, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He pitched three innings while throwing 44 pitches in his start Tuesday against the Rockies. The expectation is that he will continue to build up from start to start, so he could throw around 60 pitches in Sunday's outing. It's a solid matchup for the young southpaw, but he is far from a lock to go deep enough to qualify for the win.
Sep 4 2019Manager Dave Roberts said after Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Rockies that he expects Urias to make another start in five games, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: If that plan comes to pass, Urias would start the Dodgers' first game of the upcoming week Tuesday in Baltimore, resulting in Walker Buehler moving back a day in the schedule. Urias rejoined the rotation Tuesday as a replacement for Kenta Maeda, tossing three innings and giving up one run on two hits and no walks while striking out three in a no-decision. Since managing Urias' workload is still viewed as a priority for Los Angeles, another three- or four-inning assignment is probably in the cards for his next outing.
Sep 3 2019Urias didn't factor into the decision against the Rockies on Tuesday, giving up one earned run on two hits over three innings, striking out three and walking none as the Dodgers eventually won 5-3. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was an abbreviated outing as Urias works his way back into action coming off his 20-game suspension, so he didn't qualify for a decision, but he looked good over the opening three innings before making way for his bullpen. He should see his workload increase as the Dodgers attempt to ready him to be able to make starts in the playoffs.
Sep 2 2019Urias will start Tuesday's game against the Rockies, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.
Aug 30 2019Urias pitched two innings for High-A Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits and no walks while striking out two.
Aug 27 2019Urias (suspension) will pitch for High-A Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.
Aug 24 2019Urias (suspension) will throw a bullpen session Sunday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Aug 18 2019Urias will work on building endurance during the remainder of his 20-game suspension in order to potentially start games in October, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Aug 17 2019Urias was suspended 20 games for violating Major League Baseball's Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.
Aug 16 2019Urias gave up a hit and walk over three scoreless innings of relief while striking out one Friday to record his fourth save of the season in an 8-3 win over Atlanta.
Aug 10 2019Urias (4-3) was charged with the loss Friday after allowing one run on three hits and a walk while striking out one batter over two innings.
Aug 6 2019Manager Dave Roberts said Monday that he expects Urias to capture a spot in the Los Angeles rotation in 2020, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com reports. "We project [Urias]
Aug 1 2019Urias will remain in the bullpen for now, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Jul 31 2019Urias took a no-decision after giving up three runs (two earned) on six hits and a walk while striking out three over 2.2 innings in Tuesday's 9-4 win over the Rockies.
Jul 29 2019Urias will start Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Jul 27 2019Urias will either start or be used as the primary pitcher Tuesday in Colorado, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Jul 27 2019Urias will either start or be used as the primary pitcher Tuesday in Colorado, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Manager Dave Roberts said he plans on having Urias pitch three innings in relief Sunday against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Urias (4-2) allowed two baserunners and struck out one over three scoreless innings of relief to claim the win Tuesday in the Dodgers' 3-2 victory over the Diamondbacks.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 25 2019Manager Dave Roberts said that Urias will be available to \"back up\" Ross Stripling in the latter's start Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 20 2019Urias did not factor into the decision against San Francisco on Thursday, pitching three scoreless innings and giving up only one hit while striking out five.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 19 2019Urias will make a spot start Thursday against the Giants, Pedro Moura of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Urias is likely to make a spot start Saturday against the Rockies, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Urias earned a save by holding the Cubs scoreless over three innings Thursday, allowing only one hit and one walk.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Urias earned a save by holding the Cubs scoreless over three innings on Thursday, allowing only one hit and one walk.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Urias (3-2) allowed two runs on one hit over two innings but picked up the win in Saturday's 4-3 victory over the Phillies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Urias was officially reinstated from administrative leave Tuesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Urias is expected to be reinstated from administrative leave Tuesday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Urias was placed on seven-day administrative leave Tuesday after being arrested for domestic battery the night before, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Urias was arrested Monday on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery, Jonathan Lloyd and Oleevia Woo of NBC4 Southern California<\/a> report.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Urias was arrested Monday on suspicion of domestic violence, Jonathan Lloyd and Oleevia Woo of NBC4 Southern California<\/a> report.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 11 2019Urias allowed three hits while striking out one over three scoreless innings Friday against the Nationals en route his second career save.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 11 2019Urias allowed three hits while striking out one over three scoreless innings Friday against the Nationals en route to his second career save.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Urias struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Monday to record his first save of the season in a 5-3 win over Atlanta.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 16 2018Dodgers manager Dave Roberts estimated Sunday that Urias (shoulder) could be ready to return from the 60-day disabled list in 4-to-6 weeks, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Urias has advanced to pitching in simulated games at the Dodgers' spring training facility in Arizona and could soon be ready to begin a minor-league rehab assignment. Since the 21-year-old lefty has been on the shelf for nearly 13 months while recovering from shoulder surgery, he'll need extensive time to build up his arm to the point he's capable of covering multiple innings. Roberts' timetable suggests that Urias could be an option to rejoin the Dodgers by mid-August, but any activation seems more likely to happen when rosters expand in September. While it's clear the Dodgers still view Urias as a starter in the long run, he seems most likely to contribute as a reliever in 2018 if or when he reports to the big club. The Dodgers already have a crowded rotation with six healthy options and another on the mend in Hyun-Jin Ryu (groin).
Jul 14 2018Urias (shoulder) has thrown a pair of simulated games in Arizona while building up to be a starter, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Urias has been out since last May after undergoing shoulder surgery. The Dodgers are currently expecting him to be able to return as a starter late in the season, though they are open to moving him to the bullpen if a need arises there. His path should become more clear once he begins a rehab assignment.
Jul 12 2018Urias (shoulder) faced live hitters for the first time during his rehab process Wednesday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Urias threw his first bullpen session last week, and facing live hitters marked the next step in a lengthy recovery process from last June's shoulder surgery. Manager Dave Roberts said that the youngster's fastball was sitting in the 88-92 mph range, which is still a tick off from the 93.1 mph he averaged in the majors prior to going down with a left anterior capsule injury in May of 2017. The next notable step in Urias' recovery process will be a rehab stint in the minors, but no official date has been set for when that will take place. The Dodgers have been targeting a second-half return for the 21-year-old, and his progress falls in line with that expectation.
Jul 4 2018Urias (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Monday, touching 91 mph with his fastball, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Urias hasn't pitched at the big-league level since last May after undergoing shoulder surgery. His fastball average 93 mph prior to his injury, so it's a good sign that its velocity continues to climb, though he's still not back to his former self. He reportedly could be making rehab appearances in July, leaving him on track to return sometime in August.
Jun 25 2018Urias (shoulder) will throw two bullpen sessions this week and recently touched the upper 80s with his fastball, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.The electric southpaw averaged 93 mph with his fastball prior to his significant shoulder injury, which required surgery, so he is clearly not close to his old self. While the Dodgers' rotation has been ravaged by injuries, they will exercise caution with their prized young hurler. It's possible he will begin a rehab assignment in July.
Jun 2 2018Urias (shoulder) could pitch in games by the end of July, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.It's a little surprising that he could return so soon after the All-Star break, but there's still a long way to go before then. He threw off a mound for the first time in late May. Urias will likely require a long rehab stint in the upper levels of the minors, and may even be optioned to Triple-A initially when he is activated from the 60-day disabled list. That said, he could realistically be starting games for the Dodgers at some point in August, so he should be on everyone's radar as a potential stash.
May 24 2018Urias (shoulder) threw off a mound earlier this week for the first time since undergoing anterior capsule surgery on his throwing shoulder last year, Daniel Starkland of Dodger Blue reports.The recovery process has been a long one for the talented prospect, but manager Dave Roberts still believes Urias can return in the second half of this season. There is no telling how the Dodgers' starting rotation will look at that point, so the 21-year-old could find himself getting back to speed in the minors or coming out of the bullpen in the majors once he is cleared to return to game action. Urias still has plenty of steps to undergo in the recovery process, but dynasty owners have to be pleased that his shoulder is progressing as scheduled.
May 4 2018Urias (shoulder) said Thursday he hopes to throw off the mound "in the near future," Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Urias had his throwing program interrupted to undergo tonsil surgery in early April, but he now appears back on track in his recovery from last June's shoulder surgery. The Dodgers still seems to be targeting July for the 21-year-old's return.
Apr 22 2018Urias (shoulder) has yet to resume throwing off a mound, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The Dodgers are targeting a July return for Urias, although a more definitive timeframe should come together as his level of activity increases. Urias had been participating in a throwing program after undergoing shoulder surgery last June, but had to put the program on hold to undergo tonsil surgery in early April.
Apr 4 2018Urias had his tonsils removed Wednesday, delaying his throwing program, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Urias will miss at least half of the 2018 season while recovering from June shoulder surgery. A more concrete timeline for his return should be established once he's able to resume throwing off the mound, though that's been delayed by his tonsil surgery. That's obviously an issue unrelated to his arm troubles and shouldn't have any long term effects on his ability to pitch, but it could delay his eventual return by a little bit.
Mar 12 2018Urias (shoulder) has progressed to throwing from 120 feet, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Slowly but surely, Urias continues to work his way back from June shoulder surgery. The next step in his rehab will be to extend his long-tossing out to 135 feet. While he's making solid progress, Urias is still expected to miss the first half of 2018. A more concrete timetable for his return should emerge once he's able to resume mound work, which should be sometime after Opening Day.
Jan 27 2018Urias (shoulder), who underwent left anterior capsule surgery in June, said he's healthy and expects to resume throwing soon, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.While this is an encouraging step for Urias, he's still months away from being game ready. Barring any setbacks in his recovery, the southpaw is expected to return sometime during the second half of the 2018 season. Urias won't have much value in single-season formats given the time he's expected to miss, but the 21-year-old still holds long-term value.
Jun 27 2017Urias underwent left anterior capsule surgery Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Urias will now be out of commission for the foreseeable future, as anterior capsule surgeries typically take up to 18 months to recover from. The electric pitcher will have his sights on returning to live action sometime during the 2018 season, though it's possible that he'll be sidelined for even longer than that.
Jun 23 2017Urias will undergo left anterior capsule surgery on his pitching shoulder on Tuesday.Anterior capsule surgery is one of the most difficult arm surgeries for a pitcher to recover from. Pitchers who have required the procedure in the past have required as many as 18 months to fully recover. Even in the best case scenario, Urias won't be returning to the mound until 2018, and it's entirely possible he will miss a significant chunk of next season as well.
Jun 22 2017Urias will head to Los Angeles this weekend for further examination on his pitching shoulder, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.McCullough said that there's a "heightened level of concern" regarding Urias' shoulder, which has led to a scheduled trip to see team doctors in Los Angeles over the weekend. Urias has been shut down for close to two weeks with left shoulder discomfort and a recent MRI revealed inflammation in the area but no structural damage. In any case, the Dodgers will take a closer look in the coming days, which will provide further information on Urias' outlook and timetable for return.
Jun 15 2017Urias is suffering from inflammation in his shoulder, not structural damage, though he doesn't have a timetable for a return, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.As a result of the MRI, he'll also likely be rested for a week or two, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. Urias posted a 3.12 ERA in three starts with Triple-A Albuquerque since he was demoted in late May, and when healthy, the 20-year-old has little to nothing that he needs to prove there. The Dodgers' starting pitcher depth has allowed them to manage Urias' workload even before this injury, so they may play his rehab program conservatively, as well, perhaps keeping him with Albuquerque when he's activated. Either way, deep-league fantasy players can continue stashing the potential late-season gem.
Jun 14 2017Urias was placed on the minor-league disabled list with shoulder discomfort, Jacob Unruh of The Oklahoman reports.No word has come forth as to how the injury happened, but most people down at the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate don't think the ailment is very serious. Urias will miss at least one start with Oklahoma City, although more information on his return date should come forth after he gets back to throwing at his regular pace.
Jun 9 2017Urias has a 3.09 ERA and 9:5 K:BB in 11.2 innings over two starts since being demoted to Triple-A last month.Overall in five Triple-A outings this year, Urias has a solid 2.45 ERAW, but his 4.9 BB/9 continues to highlight that he's not yet a finished product. The 20-year-old will see additional major league time at some point this year once he makes progress on controlling his pitches.
May 21 2017Urias was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday.With Urias laboring through his last two starts and the Dodgers getting Brandon McCarthy and Rich Hill back from injuries earlier in the week, a demotion to the minors was an inevitability for the 20-year-old phenom. The lefty did have flashes of brilliance early on during his five-start run with the Dodgers, but control was a major issue, as he finished with an 11:14 K:BB in 23.1 innings. The Dodgers recalled Josh Ravin from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move to provide an extra arm out of the bullpen.
May 14 2017Urias (0-1) was chased after four innings after giving up six runs on seven hits in a loss to the Rockies on Sunday. He walked one and struck out one.This was a rough outing for Urias' owners, as he appeared to be gaining momentum after a dominant start against the Pirates earlier this week. The 20-year-old did enter this start with a 3.79 FIP, and the expected ERA correction came in full force, elevating his mark to 3.43 through four starts. Coors Field can produce humbling results for any pitcher, so it would be rash to simply cut bait after Sunday's poor performance. With the Dodgers switching back to a six-man rotation, Urias will make his next start Saturday against the Marlins.