Luke Weaver
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Jun 21 2025Weaver (1-2) took the loss against the Orioles on Friday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while striking out one batter in two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was activated from the 15-day injured list ahead of Friday's game. He was brought in for the eighth inning with the game tied at 3-3, but things quickly got out of hand as he gave up a solo home run to Ramon Urias before being tagged for another run later in the frame. It was a less-than-ideal return for Weaver, given that he was deployed in a high-leverage situation and is expected to split closing duties with Devin Williams.
Jun 20 2025Manager Aaron Boone said Friday that Weaver (hamstring), who was reinstated from the 15-day injured list earlier in the day, and Devin Williams will both see save chances, Max Goodman of NJ.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was serving as the Yankees' closer when he landed on the injured list in early June, but Williams is in strong form with a 1.72 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 23:2 K:BB across his past 15.2 innings. Weaver has been consistently dominant this year with just three earned runs allowed in 24 appearances, and he still has a fair amount of fantasy value while splitting save chances for the Yankees, though it remains unclear exactly how even the split will be.
Jun 19 2025Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that Weaver (hamstring) could be activated from the 15-day injured list prior to Friday's game versus the Orioles, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver bounced back well from a live batting practice session Tuesday and appears in line to return to action this weekend after missing less than three weeks with a strained left hamstring. The right-hander was originally projected to miss 4-to-6 weeks due to the injury, so he's seemingly recovered more quickly than anticipated. Weaver had been serving as the Yankees' closer when he got hurt, but he could return in a setup role with Devin Williams pitching well of late in the ninth inning.
Jun 18 2025Yankees manager Aaron Boone indicated Tuesday that Weaver (hamstring) could skip a rehab assignment and rejoin the active roster later this week, Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver faced hitters Tuesday in a live batting practice session for the first time since straining his left hamstring, with Boone describing the session as "excellent." As long as Weaver recovers well, it sounds like he could be activated from the 15-day injured list later this week. It would be a rapid recovery, as he is just over two weeks into a projected 4-to-6 week timetable. Weaver was serving as the Yankees' closer when he went on the IL, but it's not clear whether he will get that job back upon his return or pitch in a setup role in front of Devin Williams, who boasts a 1.84 ERA and 20:2 K:BB over his last 14.2 innings.
Jun 17 2025Weaver (hamstring) threw a 20-pitch live batting practice session Tuesday, Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the first time Weaver has faced hitters since he landed on the 15-day injured list two weeks ago. The Yankees offered a 4-to-6 week timetable for Weaver when the IL move was made, but the reliever noted Tuesday that he hasn't felt anything in the hamstring since a day or two after he was hurt, so perhaps he can beat that timeline. The ultimate decision will be the club's.
Jun 11 2025Weaver (hamstring) threw a bullpen session Wednesday and said afterward that he felt "great," Erik Boland of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander received a platelet-rich-plasma injection for the hamstring strain shortly after landing on the injured list June 3, and Wednesday marked the second bullpen session of his rehab program. Weaver was given an initial recovery timeline of 4-to-6 weeks, and a return at the start of that window seems plausible given his current trajectory.
Jun 6 2025Weaver received a PRP injection in his left hamstring and has resumed a throwing program, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday and was given a 4-to-6 week return timeline. However, he's already back to throwing and received a PRP injection, which is encouraging for his recovery.
Jun 3 2025The Yankees placed Weaver on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver suffered the injury while warming up during Sunday's game against the Dodgers and is expected to be sidelined 4-to-6 weeks. Devin Williams will slide back into the closer role for the Yankees while Weaver is shelved.
Jun 2 2025Weaver (hamstring) is expected to be placed on the 15-day injured list and could miss the next 4-to-6 weeks, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver suffered the injury while warming up for Sunday's matchup against the Dodgers, and the injury appears to be more significant than initially thought after reviewing his MRI results. The team plans to disclose an official timetable for the closer's return Tuesday, per Passan. Weaver's absence will presumably mean more save opportunities for Devin Williams, who picked up his last save May 27 despite surrendering two runs on three hits against the Angels.
Jun 1 2025Weaver suffered hamstring discomfort while warming up to potentially enter Sunday's 7-3 win over the Dodgers, Erik Boland of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was gearing up for a save chance with the Yankees entering the top of the ninth inning up 6-3, but he ultimately never entered the contest after New York expanded its lead to 7-3 before the bottom of the frame. The Yankees went with Tim Hill in the bottom of the ninth, which wasn't overly surprising because it was no longer a save opportunity. It is now understood that Weaver "felt something" in his hamstring while stretching in the bullpen according to manager Aaron Boone, which he said is the reason why Hill entered the game instead of Weaver. It's unclear what exactly the right-hander is dealing with, but more information on his status will likely come in the near future. If he is forced to miss any action moving forward, former closer Devin Williams would likely be the top candidate to assume the ninth-inning role.
May 25 2025Weaver picked up the save in Sunday's 5-4 win over Colorado, allowing one run on three hits with no strikeouts over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Yankees had a two-run lead entering the bottom of the ninth, but Weaver nearly didn't make it out of the frame with the save. He allowed a solo homer to Mickey Moniak to begin the inning and had runners on first and second with one out before retiring Ezequiel Tovar and Hunter Goodman to end the game. Weaver hadn't allowed an earned run in his previous eight appearances, and he's now converted seven of his eight save chances.
May 22 2025Weaver struck out one batter and didn't allow a baserunner in the ninth inning to pick up the save Thursday during a 1-0 victory over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has been lights out through his first 21 appearances this season, surrendering just one run across 22.2 innings. That continued Thursday as the 31-year-old needed only 10 pitches to notch his seventh save of the season in eight tries. Weaver worked in all three games of the series versus Texas, which could make him unavailable for the first game of the Rockies series Friday.
May 20 2025Weaver earned the save in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Rangers after recording the final out of the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Yankees entered the ninth inning up 5-0, but Weaver was brought in to close things out after Ian Hamilton gave up a two-run home run to Jonah Heim. Weaver was able to make quick work of Josh Smith, needing just two pitches to record the final out and earn the save. It's the second outing in a row in which Weaver has tallied a one-out save, and he is up to six saves on the season with a 0.44 ERA, 0.58 WHIP and 22:6 K:BB across 20.2 innings.
May 16 2025Weaver came away with the save in Friday's 6-2 win over the Mets, retiring the only batter he faced in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was brought in during the ninth inning after Yerry De Los Santos yielded an RBI double to Francisco Lindor. With runners on second and third, Weaver needed only two pitches to finish things off by getting Juan Soto to fly out to center field. It was Weaver's fifth save of the campaign, and he has a 0.44 ERA, 0.59 WHIP and 22:6 K:BB across 20.1 innings this season.
May 14 2025Weaver struck out three in a perfect inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has bounced back from his blown save May 5 versus the Padres with 4.2 scoreless innings over his last three appearances. This was his first save in that span, as the Yankees hadn't produced a save situation in over a week. The right-hander continues to post elite numbers with a 0.45 ERA, 0.60 WHIP and 22:6 K:BB across 20 innings while adding four saves and six holds this season. Weaver is capable of working multiple innings, so he may not get every save chance, but he's answered the call nearly every time he's taken the mound this season.
May 6 2025Weaver (0-1) took the loss and blew a save opportunity against San Diego on Monday, allowing one run on two hits and a walk over one-third of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: New York led 4-0 heading into the eighth inning, and manager Aaron Boone called upon demoted former closer Devin Williams to maintain the lead. Williams struggled, getting two strikeouts but allowing the Padres to load the bases. Weaver was then summoned to try to escape the jam but couldn't do so -- the first two batters he faced each got a hit, pushing four runs across the plate, though three of those were charged to Williams. Weaver then walked a batter before finally getting the out he needed to end the frame, but his poor outing allowed San Diego to take the lead and resulted in his first blown save of the campaign. The run charged to Weaver was also the first he has allowed this season, and given his overall excellence and Williams' continued struggles, it's likely Weaver will continue to work as the Yankees' closer, at least in the short term.
May 2 2025Weaver earned the save against the Rays on Friday, striking out two batters in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver came in for the ninth inning to preserve the Yankees' three-run lead, and he did so with ease. He needed only 11 pitches (nine strikes) to close things out and finished the frame with back-to-back punchouts. Weaver has yet to yield a run over his 13 outings this season and has a 16:5 K:BB across 14 innings. He's taken over as the Bronx Bomber's go-to closer due to Devin Williams' poor start the season.
Apr 19 2025Weaver earned a save against Tampa Bay on Friday, striking out two batters in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a bit curious that manager Aaron Boone went to Weaver and not Devin Williams with the Yankees holding a one-run lead in the ninth inning, though Williams had worked the day before and on three of the previous four days. Weaver proved more than capable of nailing things down, as he threw 12 of 15 pitches for strikes en route to a clean frame and his second save of the year. After some struggles early this season, Williams has rebounded to toss four consecutive scoreless outings, so he remains the Yankees' clear top closer. However, Weaver has shined so far this season with 10 scoreless frames and an 11:5 K:BB over eight outings, and he's clearly the top option for ninth-inning opportunities when Williams is unavailable.
Apr 3 2025Weaver picked up the save after throwing 1.1 clean innings Thursday against Arizona. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Yankees got out to a massive 9-3 lead Thursday, but the Diamondbacks made the game interesting with a four-run surge in the seventh inning. That prompted manager Aaron Boone to turn to one of his high-leverage arms, and Weaver locked down his first save of the campaign while pouring in 15 of his 19 pitches for strikes. Although the right-hander is not the team's first option in save situations due to the arrival of Devin Williams, Weaver emerged as a major weapon out of New York's bullpen in the second half of last season and does have a pathway to double-digit saves in 2025 on a contending club.
Nov 1 2024The Yankees exercised Weaver's $2.5 million club option for 2025 on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his first full season with the Yankees, Weaver turned in a 2.89 ERA and 0.93 WHIP across 84 innings -- a stark contrast from the 5.85 ERA and 1.51 WHIP he had accumulated over the previous four years. The Yankees will gladly keep him around for relatively cheap, and there's a chance he begins 2025 as New York's closer after moving into the role toward the end of the season.
Oct 31 2024Weaver was saddled with a blown save Wednesday against the Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series, letting two inherited runners score while permitting one hit and one walk over 1.1 frames. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was put into an impossible situation, taking over for Tommy Kahnle in the top of the eighth inning after Kahnle had loaded the bases with no one out. Weaver didn't permit a hit or a walk in the frame, but a pair of sac flies turned a one-run Yankees lead to a one-run deficit. He returned for the ninth inning and was pulled with one out and two runners on before Mark Leiter came on to escape the jam. The Yankees have a $2.5 million club option on Weaver for 2025, which they will undoubtedly pick up. He could open next season as the club's closer after finishing this year in the role.
Sep 22 2024Weaver struck out three over 1.2 perfect innings to earn the save in Sunday's 7-4 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clay Holmes struggled in the eighth inning, but Weaver was able to escape without trouble. Weaver then stayed in for the ninth to close out the contest and earn his fourth save, all of which have come over his last seven appearances. Weaver is now at a 2.93 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 101:26 K:BB over 83 innings this season, and he continues to pitch in the highest-leverage moments.
Sep 20 2024Weaver allowed an unearned run on one hit and struck out three over one inning to earn the save in Friday's 4-2 extra-inning win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was able to protect a three-run lead despite yielding a run on JJ Bleday's RBI single. This was just the third time in 19 outings since the start of August where Weaver has been scored on, and he gave up multiple runs in each of the other two instances. He's up to three saves and 23 holds this year while maintaining a 2.99 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 98:26 K:BB over 81.1 innings. Weaver has thrived in his second stint as a reliever, and while he's not the official closer for the Yankees just yet, he appears to be the team's top high-leverage arm.
Sep 19 2024Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Thursday that while Weaver could close out "a lot" of games, the skipper stopped short of naming the right-hander his closer, Erik Boland of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Boone noted that he wouldn't hesitate to use Weaver earlier in the game if the situation calls for it. Weaver has notched two saves since Clay Holmes was demoted from the closer role and boasts a dominant 16:3 K:BB over 7.1 scoreless innings during that time. However, while Weaver might be the favorite to lead the Yankees in saves down the stretch, it doesn't sound like Boone is eager to have defined roles in the back end of his bullpen.
Sep 13 2024Weaver allowed one hit over two scoreless innings Friday. He struck out five and earned a save against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver gave up a single in the eighth inning but had little trouble closing out the 5-4 victory. He allowed two runs in a Sep. 2 appearance but has since struck out 12 over 5.2 scoreless frames while earning a win, two saves and a hold during that span. Weaver now owns a 3.09 ERA with a 91:25 K:BB over 78.2 innings. With Clay Holmes seemingly out of the ninth-inning picture, Weaver should be expected to see more save opportunities down the stretch.
Sep 6 2024Weaver worked around a walk in a scoreless ninth inning against the Cubs on Friday en route to his first career save. He struck out two batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Isaac Paredes made Weaver work for the final out, but Weaver ultimately shut the door on his 25th pitch to earn the first save of his nine-year MLB career. Manager Aaron Boone said earlier in the week that the club would get "creative" with the closer role in light of Clay Holmes' struggles in the ninth inning, and while Weaver has not been part of the saves mix until now, he leads the team in holds and would appear to have the leg up for save chances down the stretch.
Sep 4 2024Weaver could be a candidate to receive save chances after Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Wednesday that the team will get "creative" with the closer role going forward, Jack Curry of YES Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clay Holmes blew his 11th save of the season Tuesday, prompting the Yankees to shake up the ninth-inning hierarchy. Boone didn't officially demote Holmes or name replacement options, but Weaver is an obvious candidate since he leads the team with 22 holds. He's been effective with a 3.33 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 79:23 K:BB across 73 innings. Mark Leiter and Tommy Kahnle could also be in the mix.
Aug 24 2024Weaver picked up a hold against the Rockies on Friday, walking one batter and striking out one in a scoreless inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Carlos Rodon started and gave New York six scoreless frames, Weaver followed in the seventh and worked around a two-out walk to keep the shutout going. The hold was the righty reliever's team-leading 21st of the campaign after he entered the season without any holds over eight years that were mostly spent as a starter. Weaver has recorded five consecutive scoreless outings following a five-run implosion in a loss against Texas on Aug. 10.
Jul 13 2024Weaver picked up a hold with a perfect inning of work against the Orioles on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver needed just six pitches to retire the side in the eighth. After spending the majority of his career as a starter, the veteran righty has thrived as a high-leverage reliever for New York this season. Weaver leads the Yankees with 13 holds while recording a 2.52 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 57:13 K:BB over 35 appearances covering 53.2 innings.
May 15 2024Weaver struck out three batters, walked one and gave up two hits over two scoreless innings in relief against Minnesota on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver covered the seventh and eighth frames Wednesday, allowing a single in each inning but keeping the Twins off the scoreboard. The veteran right-hander has gone 17.1 frames without giving up an earned run, lowering his season ERA to 2.25 in the process. Weaver has posted an outstanding 30:5 K:BB across 28 innings on the season and has tallied the first five holds of his career after spending most of his previous eight campaigns as a starter.
Mar 21 2024Weaver (neck) struck out two over 3.1 scoreless innings Wednesday in the Yankees' 12-0 win over the Pirates in Grapefruit League play. He scattered two hits and one walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was making his first spring appearance since March 7, after a stiff neck had kept him from pitching for nearly two weeks. He took on his biggest workload of the spring in terms of innings (3.1) and pitches (50) in his return and turned in excellent numbers to bolster his case for winning a spot in the Yankees' Opening Day rotation. Weaver appeared poised for a long-relief role heading into spring training, but a rotation spot opened up when Gerrit Cole (elbow) succumbed to an injury that could entail a multi-month recovery.
Mar 12 2024Weaver (neck) will throw live batting practice Wednesday, Max Goodman of The Newark Star-Ledger reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver had to be scratched from a scheduled Grapefruit League start Tuesday due to neck stiffness, but he's expected to be fine. The right-hander might be needed for some starts early on in the season for the Yankees with Gerrit Cole's (elbow) status uncertain.
Mar 11 2024Weaver has been scratched from Tuesday's scheduled start versus the Blue Jays due to a stiff neck, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dennis Santana will take the ball instead. Weaver -- who is slated for a long relief role in 2024 -- should be considered day-to-day.
Jan 11 2024Weaver signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Yankees on Thursday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver bounced around between the Reds, Mariners and Yankees last season with limited overall success. However, he logged a 3.38 ERA and 1.27 WHIP through 13.1 innings with New York, so the Yankees will bring Weaver back and likely plug him into the back end of their rotation.
Sep 28 2023Weaver (1-2) took the loss Thursday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over four innings against the Blue Jays. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Weaver came via the long ball, with Daulton Varsho and Matt Chapman each tagging him for a solo homer. Though Weaver will finish the 2023 campaign with an ugly 6.40 ERA across 123.2 innings, he showed signs of progress after being added in mid-September by the Yankees, logging a 3.38 ERA and a 16:3 K:BB over three starts (13.1 innings) with the team.
Sep 23 2023Weaver (3-5) picked up the win Friday, allowing four hits over 5.1 scoreless innings in a 7-1 victory over the Diamondbacks. He struck out three without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander tossed 52 of 78 pitches for strikes in his second straight impressive outing since being claimed off waivers from the Mariners. In two starts and 9.1 innings for the Yankees, Weaver has a 2.89 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB. He lines up for one more start before the end of the regular season, on the road next week in Toronto.
Sep 16 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over four innings against the Pirates. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite being claimed off waivers just four days prior, Weaver drew the start against Pittsburgh on Saturday and was serviceable. He limited the Pirates to just four hits, though one was a two-run homer by Bryan Reynolds in the first inning. Overall, Weaver owns an ugly 6.77 ERA on the season and shouldn't be considered in most leagues even if he remains part of the New York starting rotation.
Sep 14 2023Manager Aaron Boone said Weaver could start a game this weekend in Pittsburgh, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was claimed off waivers from the Mariners on Tuesday and officially joined the Yankees' active roster for the second half of Thursday's doubleheader in Boston. The 30-year-old right-hander has struggled to a 6.77 ERA in 110.1 major-league innings this season and should probably be ignored in fantasy no matter the role.
Sep 12 2023Weaver was claimed off waivers by the Yankees on Tuesday, Greg Joyce of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver had been designated for assignment by the Mariners over the weekend. The right-hander has posted a 6.77 ERA and 93:37 K:BB over 110.1 innings covering 22 starts and four relief appearances in 2023 for the Reds and Mariners. It's not clear at this point whether the Yankees plan to use him as a starter or reliever, but he's almost surely not going to have any fantasy value in either role.
Sep 10 2023Weaver was designated for assignment by the Mariners on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver gave up four earned runs over 4.1 innings of bulk relief Saturday against the Rays and has now been pushed off the 40-man roster. The 30-year-old right-hander carries an ugly 6.77 ERA in 110.1 total major-league innings this season between Cincinnati and Seattle.
Sep 9 2023Weaver allowed four runs on four hits and two walks while striking out two over 4.1 innings Saturday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old served in a bulk relief role Saturday after Trent Thornton completed the first two innings as Seattle's opener. Weaver inherited a 4-1 advantage, but surrendered two runs in the fifth and two more in the seventh to cough up the lead. He has primarily worked out of the bullpen since signing with the Mariners on Aug. 22, posting a 6.08 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 8:3 K:BB across five appearances (13.1 innings). It appears likely that Weaver will continue to work out of the bullpen down the stretch.
Sep 8 2023Weaver will serve as the bulk pitcher Saturday against the Rays, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Seattle could use an opener and several different relievers throughout the game, but Weaver should be able to offer 60-plus pitches at some point. The 30-year-old right-hander has primarily been a multi-inning bullpen arm for the Mariners since they signed him to a major-league deal in late August, but he threw 70 pitches in a spot start last week versus the Athletics.
Aug 29 2023Weaver (2-5) allowed three runs on seven hits over 3.2 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Athletics. He did not strike out or walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver got the nod on short notice after George Kirby (illness) was scratched from Tuesday's start. The Mariners' offense was rather listless, accumulating four hits and six walks but generating just one run in support of Weaver in his third appearance and first start with the team. In 2023, the right-hander has a 6.77 ERA, 1.62 WHIP and 90:34 K:BB over 103.2 innings between the Mariners and the Reds. Barring any other issues with Seattle's usual starters, Weaver will likely return to a long-relief role going forward.
Aug 22 2023Weaver, who signed a major-league deal with the Mariners on Tuesday, will work in a long-relief role out of the bullpen, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Emerson Hancock (shoulder) done for the year, Weaver would likely be the next man up if the Mariners need a spot starter, but there aren't any plans to go to a six-man rotation. He had a 5.57 ERA, 1.67 WHIP and 21 strikeouts in 21 innings over his last five outings for the Reds before they released him last week.
Aug 16 2023Weaver was designated for assignment by the Reds on Wednesday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds gave Weaver 21 starts this season even as he posted a 6.87 ERA. He will likely clear waivers and can elect free agency once that happens. Hunter Greene (hip) is expected to be ready to rejoin Cincinnati's rotation the next time Weaver's turn comes up this weekend.
Aug 14 2023Weaver yielded four runs on six hits and a walk over 3.2 innings during a Game 2 win in Sunday's doubleheader against Pittsburgh. He struck out seven and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Pirates greeted Weaver with two runs in the first inning and he never really settled in Sunday. He's failed to complete at least five innings in six of his last seven starts, including his last three. During that stretch, he's produced a 7.24 ERA, driving his season number up to 6.87 through 97 frames. Weaver's next outing is projected to be at home against Toronto.
Aug 9 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing a run on five hits and a walk over 4.1 innings in a 3-2 loss to the Marlins. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver wasn't bad Tuesday, though he was only able to make it through 4.1 innings on 89 pitches. The 29-year-old right-hander's made it through five innings just twice in his last 12 starts -- he's posted an ugly 7.97 ERA over that span (49.2 innings). Weaver is now 2-4 this season with a 6.75 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 78:33 K:BB across 20 starts (93.1 innings) this season. He's currently lined up for a road matchup with the Pirates in his next outing.
Aug 3 2023Weaver (2-4) took the loss against the Cubs on Thursday, allowing four runs on four hits and four walks while striking out five batters over three-plus innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver's wildness was largely to blame for his poor outing, as he threw only 46 of 83 pitches for a strike and tied a season high with four free passes. Those four walks came in a span of five batters in the third frame, with the latter two each forcing in a run. Weaver was allowed to close out that inning but was given the hook after allowing a single to the first batter he faced in the fourth. The right-hander was solid in a quality start against the Dodgers his last time out, but he's been otherwise awful of late -- Thursday was the fourth time in his last five outings that he's given up at least three earned runs while going four of fewer frames. Weaver's season ERA now sits at an ugly 6.98, and it's fair to wonder if he'll be long for the rotation with Hunter Greene (hip) and Nick Lodolo (lower leg) both expected to return later this month.
Jul 29 2023Weaver (2-3) allowed three runs (one earned) on two hits and two walks while striking out two over six innings to take the loss Saturday versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver turned in a fine performance, but a pair of Max Muncy home runs sent him to his first loss since May 1. Weaver earned his second quality start of the year with this effort. The right-hander is now at a 6.80 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 67:28 K:BB through 86 innings over 18 starts. He's projected for a road start versus the Cubs next week, but his poor numbers on the year could cost him his spot in the rotation if the Reds add starting pitching before Tuesday's trade deadline.
Jul 24 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing three runs on eight hits and two walks over four innings against the Diamondbacks. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being forced out of his last start after being struck in the left elbow by a comebacker, Weaver made his usual turn in the rotation Sunday and threw 79 pitches. Weaver held the Diamondbacks scoreless through his first four innings of work but gave up four consecutive hits, including a two-run homer to Corbin Carroll, to start the fifth and was immediately pulled from the contest. Sunday's outing marked Weaver's fourth straight start surrendering a home run while lasting fewer than five frames for the seventh time in his last nine starts. Over that latter stretch, Weaver owns an ugly 9.41 ERA and a 23:17 K:BB through 36.1 innings.
Jul 23 2023Weaver (elbow) will start Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks in Cincinnati. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver's most recent start Tuesday against the Giants ended early after he was stuck in the left elbow by a comebacker, but he was fortunate to avoid any structural damage to his arm. According to Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer, manager David Bell said Weaver did experience some bruising and swelling, but it apparently won't prevent the right-hander from making his usual turn through the rotation on his normal four days' rest. Weaver carries a 2-2 record, 7.22 ERA and 1.63 WHIP into Sunday's contest and won't make for a comfortable streaming option.
Jul 18 2023X-rays on Weaver's left elbow came back negative after he was struck by a comebacker during Tuesday's game, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has been diagnosed with a left posterior elbow contusion. It's worth noting that the ball struck his non-throwing arm, so Weaver should still be able to pitch in his next start -- tentatively scheduled for Sunday against Arizona.
Jul 8 2023Weaver allowed five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out one batter over 3.2 innings in a no-decision against Milwaukee on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Much of the damage against Weaver came via the bat of Willy Adames, who tagged the hurler for a solo homer in the first inning and a two-run shot in the third. Weaver gave up two additional extra-base hits in the contest, each of which plated a run. The right-hander has allowed at least five earned runs in three of his past five starts and has posted an ugly 8.86 ERA during that stretch. Part of Weaver's struggles can be attributed to his inability to miss bats -- he's struck out just eight hitters over 21.1 frames during the five-game span. He enters the All-Star break with poor overall numbers, including a 7.00 ERA, 1.62 WHIP and 58:23 K:BB over 73.1 innings.
Jul 3 2023Weaver (2-2) allowed two runs on six hits and a walk over five-plus innings Monday, striking out two and earning a win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver gave up just one run through five frames before Washington plated one more after he was removed in the sixth inning. He picked up his first win since May 9 and allowed fewer than three runs for the first time since May 25. Weaver posted an atrocious 10.29 ERA through five June starts, so his win Monday was a long-overdue bounce back. He'll carry a 6.72 ERA into his next start, which is lined up to be in Milwaukee this weekend.
Jun 29 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing four runs on six hits and two walks over 4.1 innings in an 11-7 victory over the Orioles. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Weaver came in the first inning as the Orioles got to him for four runs on five hits. He would allow just one more hit over the next 3.1 innings before being relieved by Alex Young, while recording only two strikeouts. The right-hander has now allowed at least four runs in three consecutive starts and in four of five starts this month. He also holds a dreadful 13:11 K:BB ratio in June after maintaining a 26:5 ratio through six outings in May.
Jun 23 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing five runs on seven hits and one walk over 3.1 innings in an 11-10 victory over Atlanta. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While it wasn't pretty, Weaver was able to recover from a disastrous first inning to hang a couple zeros, and the Reds later rallied to win their 12th straight game. Weaver now has a 6.86 ERA, 1.59 ERA and 53:18 K:BB in 12 starts (60.1 innings) for the Reds this season. Cincinnati is down several starters including Hunter Greene (hip), so Weaver would seem likely to remain in the rotation for the time being despite his struggles. The team will likely look to upgrade eventually via trade.
Jun 19 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing five runs on 10 hits and two walks over five innings against the Astros. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver finished with a season-low one strikeout and has now allowed 18 runs over his past four starts (19 innings) after tossing 6.1 scoreless against the Cardinals on May 25. Overall, he boasts an ugly 6.47 ERA, but his 50:17 K:BB remains encouraging. The Reds are currently dealing with numerous injuries to their pitching staff, so the right-hander's spot in the rotation is fairly secure moving forward. However, Weaver will have another difficult test in his next start, as he's tentatively scheduled to face Atlanta this weekend.
Jun 13 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing three runs on five hits and four walks over 4.2 innings against the Royals. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver walked a season-high four batters Monday and has given up 13 runs over his past three starts (13.1 innings) after tossing 6.1 scoreless innings versus St. Louis on May 25. The veteran sports an ugly 6.23 ERA, but his 49:15 K:BB over 10 starts (52 innings) is encouraging. The Reds are dealing with numerous injuries to their starting rotation, so despite his struggles, Weaver's spot figures to be pretty secure moving forward. However, things don't get any easier for the right-hander, as his next start is scheduled during the finale of a three-game weekend series in Houston.
Jun 7 2023Weaver allowed seven runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over 3.2 innings Tuesday against the Dodgers. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver arguably had his worst start thus far after allowing a season-high seven runs in his shortest start to date this year. The Dodgers quickly piled on three runs in the opening frame and added another five runs in the fourth, four of which were charged to Weaver. After J.D. Martinez took him deep Tuesday night, Weaver has allowed 12 home runs in nine starts, which is tied for fifth-most in majors among all qualified pitchers. The 29-year-old now sports a 6.27 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 46:11 K:BB across 47.1 innings and lines up for a start next week on the road against the Royals.
May 31 2023Weaver allowed three runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out five batters over 5.2 innings in a no-decision against Boston on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver didn't issue any free passes for the second time in his past three starts, which was key to limiting the damage in an outing during which he allowed four extra-base hits. Two of those were homers, but they were both solo shots, and the righty hurler was aided by a double-play ball between a pair of hits before he was lifted in the sixth inning. Weaver has taken a no-decision in each of his past four starts, but he's pitched pretty well during that stretch, allowing eight runs over 21.2 frames (3.32 ERA) while notching a strong 21:2 K:BB.
May 20 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing four runs on eight hits and zero walks over 4.1 innings against the Yankees. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Most of the damage was done in the fifth inning, where Weaver gave up three runs after striking out Anthony Volpe to open up the inning. Immediately after recording the punchout, Isiah Kiner-Falefa clubbed a solo home run, then the Yankees fired off four straight hits to get Weaver pulled on just 73 pitches. Though Weaver owns a 6.52 ERA and is giving up 2.6 HR/9 on the year, he remains an intriguing matchup-based streamer and daily fantasy option due to his immense strikeout upside (eight K's in two starts this season). However, he'll have a tough time reaching his punchout upside in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to occur against the Cardinals, who strike out the eighth fewest times per game in MLB.
May 14 2023Weaver did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on seven hits and one walk over 5.1 innings during a 3-1 loss to the Marlins. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver posted five scoreless frames before allowing a game-tying hit in the sixth and was pulled with one out. It was the first time in five starts that the right-hander hadn't surrendered multiple runs, lowering his ERA from 7.36 to 6.26. Despite the poor start to the campaign, Weaver still boasts a 27:8 K:BB over 27.1 innings, giving him a solid upside if he can start posting more scoreless frames. However, he'll likely have a difficult matchup in his next start, as he's projected to face the Yankees during the opener of a three-game weekend set.
May 10 2023Weaver (1-2) picked up the win Tuesday in a 7-6 victory over the Mets, giving up four runs on four hits -- including three home runs -- and a walk over six-plus innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander did pitch into the seventh inning for the first time this season, but maybe he shouldn't have as Pete Alonso led off the frame with a solo shot before the next three batters reached base, chasing Weaver from the game. He exited after 82 pitches (57 strikes), and he's now served up multiple homers in three of his four starts this season for Cincy. Weaver's rotation spot isn't in jeopardy for the moment, largely due to the fact he's one of the team's few healthy options, but his 7.36 ERA and 1.45 WHIP don't offer much long-term job security. He'll likely next take the mound this weekend in Miami.
May 1 2023Weaver (0-2) yielded four runs on nine hits and two walks over 4.1 innings Monday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing a two-run double to Juan Soto in the first inning, Weaver settled in for a pair of shutout frames before being charged with another run in the fourth and fifth innings. Weaver has given up at least four runs in each of his three starts this season, resulting in an unsightly 7.88 ERA through 16 innings. He's projected for a home matchup with the White Sox this weekend.
Apr 2 2023Weaver (forearm) is throwing an extended bullpen before Sunday's game against the Pirates, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: If the bullpen goes well, Weaver is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville. The right-hander is on the injured list with soreness in his right forearm, and he has a chance to make starts for the Reds when he's able to return around the middle of April.
Mar 30 2023Weaver (forearm) was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver battled right forearm soreness this spring, but he is scheduled to work an intrasquad game next week in Cincinnati and should then be cleared to begin a minor-league rehab assignment. He's on track to be an option for the Reds' rotation by the end of April.
Mar 25 2023Weaver (forearm) pitched in a minor-league spring training game Saturday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has been dealing with a minor forearm issue this spring and isn't expected to be ready for Opening Day. He's making progress, however, and doesn't seem to be in line for a long absence.
Mar 18 2023Weaver (forearm) may not be ready for the start of the season, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is still working toward pitching off a mound and has been throwing from flat ground. Weaver will likely either go on a rehab assignment or be held back in extended spring training before joining the big-league rotation.
Mar 17 2023Reds manager David Bell told reporters that Weaver (forearm) will throw Friday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bell says that Weaver being able to throw Friday is a "really good sign." The right-hander has dealt with right forearm soreness this spring, but it sounds like Cincinnati is just taking precautions with him in the middle of Cactus League play. There's a good chance Weaver returns to the mound in the coming days.
Mar 15 2023Reds manager David Bell said Wednesday that Weaver dealt with right forearm soreness in his most recent spring outing Monday and could have his next start pushed back, Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver worked three innings against minor-leaguers Monday before walking off the mound in advance of the fourth inning due to the sore forearm. The injury was deemed minor after he was examined by the medical staff, but the Reds are unlikely to have him make a start this weekend. Weaver is vying for one of the final spots in the Cincinnati rotation and, if healthy, has been viewed as one of the favorites.
Mar 14 2023Weaver cut short a minor-league appearance Monday due to right forearm soreness, Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's believed to be a minor issue, but Weaver will probably be skipped from his next scheduled spring appearance and he is in danger of falling behind the other rotation candidates in Reds camp. The 29-year-old signed a one-year, $2 million contract with Cincinnati in January with an eye toward claiming a starting role.
Feb 26 2023Weaver is working on using his curveball more frequently this spring, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. "Curveball is something that I'm trying to implement more, especially early in counts, and just bring the percentage of it higher," Weaver said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Last season, Weaver used his four-seam fastball nearly 60 percent of the time and his changeup 26 percent of the time, with the curveball employed on a mere 2.9 percent of his offerings. The fastball didn't fare well -- opposing hitters batted .322 and slugged .471 against it. Weaver is trying to win one of two open rotation slots for the Reds.
Jan 13 2023Weaver signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Reds on Friday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver struggled to get going in 2022, logging a 6.56 ERA and 1.82 WHIP between Arizona and Kansas City. While it's unlikely Weaver will return to his 2019 form (2.94 ERA, 1.07 WHIP) he should still be able to contend for a spot in the back end of the Reds' rotation.
Nov 18 2022The Mariners declined to tender Weaver a contract for 2023, Corey Brock of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Once upon a time, Weaver was a headliner in the return for Paul Goldschmidt. Injuries and ineffectiveness mired his time in Arizona, and his struggles continued following a move to Kansas City last season.
Oct 26 2022Weaver was claimed off waivers by the Mariners on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was traded from the Diamondbacks to the Royals at the beginning of August, and he logged a 5.59 ERA and 1.86 WHIP in 19.1 innings over 14 relief appearances following the move. The 29-year-old will likely have to compete for a spot in the major-league bullpen during spring training in 2023.
Sep 10 2022Weaver has posted a 6.55 ERA and 2.18 WHIP across 11 innings since joining the Royals at the trade deadline. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has allowed at least one run in six of his nine appearances since the Diamondbacks traded him away for infielder Emmanuel Rivera. That stands in stark contrast with Weaver's success just prior to the trade. Overall, he has a 7.24 ERA, 1.94 WHIP, 30:12 K:BB and 1-1 record through 21 appearances (one start) between the two teams. He'll likely close out the year in a low-leverage role.
Aug 1 2022Weaver was traded to the Royals from the Diamondbacks on Monday in exchange for third baseman Emmanuel Rivera, John reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has been on a roll since the start of July, being scored upon only once in his last eight appearances out of Arizona's bullpen, so the Royals will see what he can do as a member of their relief ranks. They could also give him another chance to start if they are so inclined.
Jul 13 2022Weaver allowed one hit and struck out two over a scoreless inning in Tuesday's 13-0 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver made a fourth consecutive appearance without allowing a run, and notably it came during a game in which Dallas Keuchel was knocked out early. The left-handed Keuchel sports a 9.64 ERA over four outings since taking over as Arizona's fifth starter. If the Diamondbacks decide the Keuchel experiment is not worth extending, Weaver is one candidate to enter the rotation.
Jul 9 2022Weaver allowed one hit and struck out one over a scoreless ninth inning in Friday's 6-5 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver, who hadn't pitched in five days, posted a third consecutive scoreless outing -- all against Colorado. The one-time starter is settling into a bullpen role for the Diamondbacks in 2022. In six relief appearances, the right-hander has a 4.70 ERA and .343 batting average against over 7.2 innings.
Jun 23 2022Weaver allowed two runs on four hits and struck out two over one relief inning in Wednesday's 10-4 loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver needed 36 pitches to get through his inning, which seemingly puts him out of consideration for a start during this weekend's series against Detroit. It was reported earlier this week that the right-hander would be used as a reliever for the immediate future, signaling he wouldn't serve as the team's fifth starter going forward. While Weaver's role could change, the club is monitoring Dallas Keuchel for the open No. 5 starter job.
Jun 22 2022Weaver will be available as a reliever in coming days, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver joined the five-man rotation last week but was shelled by the Twins on Saturday. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo confirmed the right-hander did not throw an in-between-starts bullpen session Tuesday, signaling that he will not start the next time the fifth starter's turn comes due this weekend. The Diamondbacks have days off in the coming weeks that would allow them to go with four starters, but Lovullo also confirmed that he would like to give the top four starters rest and is "targeting someone this weekend" to start against the Tigers. That "someone" could be Dallas Keuchel, who impressed decision-makers in a seven-inning outing at the Arizona Complex League on Monday.
Jun 18 2022Weaver (1-1) took the loss during Saturday's 11-1 defeat at the hands of the Twins, allowing nine runs on 10 hits and one walk with five strikeouts in 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first start of 2022, Weaver retired six of seven through two innings, but everything fell apart in the third. The 28-year-old surrendered six runs on six hits, then was sent back out for the fourth and permitted three more runs on four hits before being relieved. In limited work this year, Weaver has allowed 11 runs on 19 baserunners with nine strikeouts in 7.1 innings. He's currently slated to start against Detroit next weekend, though another poor outing could get Weaver relegated to long relief.
Jun 15 2022Arizona pitching coach Brent Strom said Weaver will be the team's starter Saturday against the Twins, Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks' official site has not yet added Weaver's name as the starter for Saturday's game preview, but this move was anticipated after the right-hander was the bulk-innings pitcher in Sunday's win over Philadelphia. He moves into the fifth rotation spot that has been a revolving door for Arizona. Prior to Weaver, it was filled by Caleb Smith, Humberto Castellanos (elbow) and Tyler Gilbert. The organization also has a couple of arms at Triple-A Reno perceived as major-league ready -- Tommy Henry and Ryne Nelson -- that could eventually make it to Arizona.
Jun 12 2022Weaver (1-0) allowed one run on three hits and two walks over three innings Sunday, striking out four and picking up a win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first MLB appearance since April 7, Weaver threw 36 of 62 pitches for strikes and he forced eight whiffs. He took the mound in the second inning after Kyle Nelson tossed a scoreless frame as the opener. The only damage against Weaver came in the fourth inning on Alec Bohm's RBI single. The 28-year-old is expected to start next week at home against the Twins.
Jun 11 2022Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Weaver (elbow) will make his next appearance in the majors, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings across two rehab starts with Triple-A Reno. He apparently came out of a bullpen session Friday without incident. Lovullo said the right-hander has completed his rehab assignment and is a candidate to start Sunday's series finale in Philadelphia.
Jun 9 2022Weaver (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Friday and will then be evaluated for a potential start Sunday against the Phillies, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver's coming off a promising four-inning rehab start at Triple-A Reno on Tuesday and lines up nicely for Sunday. "Everything was very good," Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said, acknowledging that Weaver is being considered for Sunday's start. "Stuff was good. There was high velocity. I think he was pitching at 92-93 (mph) and was ticking up every now and then." Weaver's status for Sunday should become clearer following a review of his performance Friday.
Jun 8 2022Weaver allowed one run on three hits while striking out three over four innings in a rehab start for Triple-A Reno on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver tossed 60 pitches (40 strikes) in his second rehab start. His promising outing came on a night when the parent club endured a rough start by Tyler Gilbert, who was filling in for injured No. 5 starter Humberto Castellanos (elbow/forearm). Gilbert was chased after 1.2 innings (seven runs, two home runs), which leaves manager Torey Lovullo considering multiple options for Sunday's start against the Phillies. As Lovullo described it to Steve Gilbert of MLB.com, the No. 5 starter situation is "fluid." The managerial staff will discuss a number of internal options, of which Weaver is one.
Jun 7 2022Weaver (elbow) is scheduled to throw four innings and 60 pitches Tuesday for Triple-A Reno, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will be the second of what appears to be a rehab stint designed to bring Weaver back as a starter. The right-hander threw two innings and 43 pitches in a start last Thursday. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said the team is being "as fluid as possible" in light of the recent injury to Humberto Castellanos (elbow). Having Weaver stretched out gives the manager options.
Jun 4 2022Weaver (elbow) threw two innings and 43 pitches for Triple-A Reno on Thursday, Jose M. Romero of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Weaver's first rehab appearance, and the right-hander is scheduled for a second one Tuesday. The Diamondbacks flirted with using him in the bullpen, but it looks like Weaver's prepping for a return as a starter.
Jun 1 2022Weaver (elbow) is scheduled to throw three innings and 45 pitches in a rehab outing for Triple-A Reno on Thursday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks had talked about Weaver eventually returning as a reliever, but the projected length of Thursday's outing suggests the right-hander will be built up to leave options open.
May 31 2022Weaver (elbow) is scheduled for a bullpen session Tuesday, Nick Piecoro and Jose M. Romero of the Arizona Republic report. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has pitched in an extended spring training game, and the bullpen session looks like the next step on the way to a rehabilitation assignment.
May 28 2022Weaver (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move clears space for Kyle Nelson to return from the COVID-19 injured list. It means Weaver won't be eligible to return before June 7, but it's unclear whether or not he'd be ready to return by then. He's been pitching in extended spring games but has yet to embark on a rehab assignment. When he eventually rejoins the big-league roster, he's expected to fill a relief role.
May 23 2022Weaver (elbow) will throw two innings and 30 pitches in an extended spring training game Tuesday, Jack Magruder of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver managed to throw only 0.2 innings prior to hitting the injured list on April 10. He is slated to return to a bullpen role but will still likely need at least a couple rehab appearances prior to being activated.
May 10 2022Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Weaver (elbow) is working his way back as a reliever, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was part of the Diamondbacks' projected rotation during spring training, before a thumb injury late in training camp scrapped those plans. The right-hander opened the regular season in the bullpen, presumably to build up innings and pitch count on the path to being a starter again, but he suffered a pronator strain that landed him on the injured list. Apparently, plans have changed in light of the (latest) injury. Weaver has been throwing bullpen sessions with long toss in between. The Diamondbacks hope he can pitch in an extended spring training game soon.
Apr 13 2022Weaver has a mild flexor pronator strain, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. He will not throw for 7-to-10 days. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona manager Torey Lovullo framed the diagnosis as good news. "We feel like we dodged a potential bullet," Lovullo said. The right-hander was slated for a rotation spot but was bumped when he developed a blister late in spring training. In one appearance out of the bullpen, Weaver threw 23 pitches, allowing one run in two-thirds of an inning. His fastball was down one mph from his average figure as a starter in 2021.
Apr 10 2022Weaver was placed on the 10-day injured list due to elbow inflammation Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver made his season debut Thursday out of the bullpen due to a blister he developed on his thumb that sidelined him during spring training. However, he may now be dealing with a more serious issue, and he will be sidelined for at least the next 10 days.
Apr 8 2022Weaver allowed one run on three hits over two-thirds of an inning in Thursday's 4-2 win over San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Normally a starter, Weaver begins the season in the bullpen because of a blister on his right thumb that interrupted the right-hander's progression in camp. With 18 strikes among his 23 pitches, Weaver was around the plate but maybe caught too much of it. It's uncertain how long Weaver will remain in a relief role, but the Diamondbacks have confirmed Caleb Smith will make at least one start in his place.
Apr 4 2022Weaver (thumb) will pitch out of the bullpen to open the 2022 season, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver made two starts in spring training, surrendering four runs on five hits and five walks over 4.1 innings of work. While he is expected to be ready for Opening Day after leaving his last start with a blister on his thumb, skipper Torey Lovullo disclosed Monday that he'll be used in relief, at least to open the year. The right-hander hasn't made an appearance out of the bullpen since the 2018 season, making 37 starts over the last three seasons. He could work as a multi-inning weapon with his strong fastball/changeup combo or he could even see high-leverage work at some point.
Apr 3 2022Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Saturday that Weaver (thumb) is unlikely to miss time, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver exited Thursday's Cactus League start with a blister on the first knuckle of his right thumb, but Lovullo was optimistic Saturday. "It seems that he won't miss any time," the manager said. "He should be OK." In an added indicator that Weaver is okay, the Diamondbacks reassigned potential starters Taylor Widener and Tyler Gilbert to minor-league camp.
Mar 31 2022Weaver was removed from Thursday's Cactus League start due to a blister on the knuckle of his right thumb, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver exited Thursday's matchup after three innings but didn't seem too concerned about the issue after the game. It's not yet clear whether the blister will impact his availability for the start of the regular season, but it seems unlikely that he'll face a lengthy absence if he's sidelined at all.
Mar 26 2022Weaver allowed four runs on three hits and three walks over 1.1 innings in Friday's spring training start against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver also threw a wild pitch during his Cactus League debut. The right-hander told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic that he was "caught in between" in an effort to incorporate a mechanical adjustment from earlier in the week. Weaver was trying to create more stability with his landing leg, but he made it sound like he's going to scrap the adjustment the next time out. He's penciled in as the fourth starter but could move up a spot if Zac Gallen (shoulder) isn't available when the regular season kicks off.
Sep 28 2021Weaver pitched four innings, surrendering one run on three hits and four walks while striking out six in Tuesday's loss to the Giants. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old was unable to pitch deep in this one, allowing 7 baserunners and being pulled at 93 pitches after the fourth inning. The only run he gave up was in the first inning when he walked Mike Yastrzemski with the bases loaded, scoring Buster Posey. Since returning from the 60-day injured list on Sept. 1, Weaver has made five starts while posting a 3.86 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 25.2 innings. He isn't projected to make another start before the regular season ends Sunday, finishing the year with a 3-6 record and 4.25 ERA in 65.2 innings.
Sep 21 2021Weaver (3-6) took the loss in Tuesday's 6-1 defeat to Atlanta, allowing five runs (three earned) on seven hits with seven strikeouts in 6.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver pitched well Tuesday but fell victim to the long ball, permitting all five runs on three Atlanta home runs. The quality start is the 28-year-old's third in his last six turns, a stretch that's seen Weaver allow no more than three earned runs in any outing and lower his ERA from 6.07 to 4.38. He's currently slated to face San Francisco on Tuesday for his next turn in the rotation.
Sep 14 2021Weaver (3-5) took the loss in Tuesday's 8-4 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and a walk with four strikeouts in four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers got to Weaver early with one run in the first inning and three in the third, putting Arizona in a four-run hole by the time he departed. The big takeaway here is Weaver's health as he tossed 84 pitches in his third start since May -- the most he's thrown in a game since way back in April. Look for Arizona to play it cautious with the 28-year-old as he's still under team control for two more seasons.
Sep 8 2021Weaver (3-4) allowed three runs on four hits and two walks with four strikeouts in five innings, taking the loss Wednesday versus Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander's second start back from a rotator cuff injury didn't go as smoothly as the first. Weaver ran into trouble in the fourth inning, and Texas held the lead from there after putting up three runs against the 28-year-old. He's pitched to a 4.24 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 45:15 K:BB across 51 innings in 10 starts this year. Weaver projects for a tough road start versus the Dodgers next week.
Sep 2 2021Weaver (3-3) allowed one run on four hits while striking out three over six innings in a win over the Padres on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver made his first start since May 16 after landing on the 60-day injured list with a rotator cuff strain. The 27-year-old only managed four whiffs and three strikeouts, so he certainly wasn't overpowering with his pitches, but he was able to limit the Padres to just four hits, with Trent Grisham's solo homer being the only tally against him. Weaver is down to a 4.11 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 41:13 K:BB over 46 innings and is certainly an appealing streamer for the final month of the season. He currently lines up for an enticing matchup against the Rangers next week.
Sep 1 2021The Diamondbacks reinstated Weaver (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver will be toeing the rubber for Arizona for the first time since May 16 after a rotator cuff strain kept him on the shelf for three and a half months. The right-hander covered 4.1 innings (73 pitches) in his final rehab start at Triple-A Reno on Aug. 20, so he should face only light restrictions with his workload as he steps back into the Arizona rotation. Prior to getting shut down with the injury, Weaver went 2-3 with a 4.50 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 38:13 K:BB in 40 innings with the big club.
Aug 31 2021Weaver (shoulder) will be activated from the 60-day injured list to start Wednesday's game against the Padres, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver suffered a rotator cuff strain in mid-May and has slowly been working his way back ever since. He began a rehab assignment in early August, with him most recently working up to 73 pitches in his latest outing with Triple-A Reno on Aug. 20. The team had previously expressed a desire to give him one more minor-league start after he spent seven days in COVID protocols, but he'll instead return to a major-league mound for his next outing Wednesday. Given his lengthy absence and the fact that he hasn't pitched in a live game in over 10 days, Weaver seems likely to be on a strict pitch count during his return.
Aug 29 2021Weaver (shoulder) cleared COVID-19 protocols Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was deemed a close contact and required a seven-day period away from the team. He's set to resume baseball activities and will need to perform in a "live situation," per Arizona manager Torey Lovullo, before rejoining the club. Prior to being placed in the seven-day shutdown period, Weaver was on a rehab assignment, and it was possible his next start would be in the majors. That suggests a return to the Diamondbacks in short order.
Aug 26 2021Weaver (shoulder) will not pitch in the majors the next time he takes the mound, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver had been a candidate to start during the team's current road trip, but he got caught up in the COVID-19 "close contact" protocols and must be in quarantine for seven days. The pitcher began his quarantine period last Friday then will need to be cleared in order to resume baseball activities. "He can't go eight or nine days without pitching and then jump onto a big league mound," Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said. "We'll get him into some kind of a live situation, see how he feels and then evaluate him and move forward."
Aug 23 2021Weaver (shoulder) had his rehab assignment paused Monday after he was a close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver tossed 73 pitches across 4.1 innings during his rehab start at Triple-A Reno on Friday, but he'll now spend some time away from the team. The right-hander will be eligible to return to action within a few days as long as he doesn't test positive for the virus. However, it's not yet clear whether he'll require another rehab start following his shutdown.
Aug 21 2021Weaver (shoulder) covered 4.1 innings Friday in his rehab start for Triple-A Reno, surrendering three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making the third start of his rehab assignment and his second in a row at Triple-A, Weaver built up to 73 pitches Friday, pumping 50 in for strikes. The workload suggests that he's sufficiently built up for starting duty, so the Diamondbacks could reinstate him from the 60-day injured list and have him make his next start with the big club. Before he was shut down in late May with a right rotator cuff strain, Weaver made eight starts for Arizona, posting a 4.50 ERA and 1.20 WHIP in 40 innings.
Aug 18 2021Weaver (shoulder) will make a second rehab start Friday for Triple-A Reno, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver, who threw 2.2 innings and 59 pitches for the Aces last Friday, is expected to increase the pitch count to about 70 for this start. That puts him on a path for at least one more rehab start before rejoining the Diamondbacks.
Aug 16 2021Weaver (shoulder) allowed one hit and walked two while striking out six over 2.2 scoreless innings for Triple-A Reno on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver got up to 59 pitches before departing and will likely need another start or two before the Diamondbacks entertain reinstating him from the 60-day injured list. He has not pitched in the majors since May 16.
Aug 12 2021Weaver (shoulder) is scheduled to throw about 60 pitches in a rehab start Saturday with Triple-A Reno, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander covered three innings during an Arizona Complex League game Monday, and he'll continue building up his workload at Triple-A. Weaver has been on the shelf since mid-May with a strained rotator cuff, but he could rejoin the Diamondbacks' rotation next week if all goes well during Saturday's outing.
Aug 11 2021Weaver (shoulder) allowed one run on four hits while striking out six over three innings for the Diamondbacks' entry in the Arizona Complex League on Monday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver's fastball lived in the 93-94 mph range, which is right at his season mark. He's expected to pitch at least one more rehab game before a potential return from the injured list. The right-hander is expected to slot into the rotation after Caleb Smith was moved back to the bullpen.
Aug 8 2021Weaver (shoulder) is scheduled to pitch in an Arizona Complex League game Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver threw two simulated innings and a 40-pitch batting-practice session last week and is ready for the next step. The right-hander has been out since mid-May.
Aug 5 2021Weaver (shoulder) threw a 40-pitch batting practice session Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has thrown a couple of times this week, including 35 pitches in a bullpen session Monday. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo left open the possibility of using him out of the bullpen, which could get him back sooner, but this week's work suggests Weaver is building up his pitch count to be a starter.
Aug 3 2021Weaver (shoulder) threw a 35-pitch bullpen session Monday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver's been a forgotten man amid the Diamondbacks' troubles in 2021. Manager Torey Lovullo said the 27-year-old righty is expected to throw a live batting practice session later this week. He hasn't pitched in game action since May 16.
Jul 20 2021Weaver (shoulder) completed a 16-pitch bullpen session Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has not pitched since May 16 due to a strained right shoulder. Manager Torey Luvullo has left open the possibility of Weaver working as as a reliever later this season, which would allow him to return from the injured list quicker because he wouldn't need to build up his pitch count.
Jul 17 2021Weaver (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will be Weaver's first session off a mound since he suffered a subscapularis strain in the rotator cuff of his right shoulder. He's one of several injured starters returning to action. Madison Bumgarner returned Friday and Zac Gallen (hamstring) is scheduled to start Saturday. Prior to injuring the shoulder, Weaver had his best two outings of the season.
May 27 2021Weaver (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver will be shut down for at least a month after he was diagnosed with a subscapularis strain in the rotator cuff of his right shoulder Thursday. Since he'll require time to build up after his period of rest, it's not very surprising to see him placed on the 60-day IL. Left-hander Ryan Buchter's contract was selected by Arizona as part of a corresponding move.
May 21 2021Weaver (shoulder) is awaiting a second opinion, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's hard to say when Weaver will be able to return, but there should be more clarification when the results of this second opinion are known. His injury is currently being labeled as shoulder discomfort.
May 18 2021Weaver (shoulder) was placed on the injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver hoped to not miss a turn in the rotation after exiting his Sunday start with shoulder discomfort, but the Diamondbacks evidently had other ideas. His optimism suggests he isn't in for a long absence, though the team has yet to provide a timeline for his return. Corbin Martin was recalled in a corresponding move and will start Tuesday against the Dodgers.
May 17 2021Weaver (shoulder) said after his early exit in Sunday's 3-0 loss to the Nationals that he's "pretty confident" he'll be available for his next turn through the rotation Friday in Colorado, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver covered four scoreless frames before he was removed with an injury the Diamondbacks labeled as right shoulder discomfort. According to the pitcher, he believes that the discomfort was caused by poor mechanics, and he suspects that he'll be good to go if he makes a proper tweak to his delivery. Weaver has covered 10.1 scoreless frames between his last two outings, lowering his season ERA from 6.07 to 4.50 in the process.
May 16 2021Weaver left Sunday's game against the Nationals with right shoulder discomfort. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver allowed a hit and two walks while striking out three in four scoreless innings prior to his removal from Sunday's game. It's not yet clear whether the injury will impact his availability for his next outing. Weaver tentatively lines up to make his next start on the road Friday against Colorado.
May 10 2021Weaver (2-3) allowed four hits over 6.1 scoreless innings Monday, striking out six and earning a win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver had been stuck in a brutal stretch entering Monday's game, allowing 17 runs in as many innings while going 0-3 over his last four starts. He gave up two extra-base hits in the shutout appearance but was never in too much danger. The 27-year-old right-hander lowered his season ERA to 5.00 through 36 innings. He's projected to take the mound this weekend at home against Washington.
May 8 2021Weaver will remain in the rotation and is expected to start Monday at home against the Marlins, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona manager Torey Lovullo had discussions on the best path forward for Weaver, who has a 9.00 ERA and allowed 25 hits and 10 walks over the last four starts (17 innings). This doesn't mean he's out of the woods yet. The Diamondbacks have Jon Duplantier, who is currently on the taxi squad while the team is on the road, and he's stretched out 70 pitches.
May 7 2021Manager Torey Lovullo and his staff are having discussions about the next steps for Weaver after a rough outing Wednesday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. "We're right in the middle of that conversation," Lovullo said. "We're trying to make the best decisions moving forward to help this team win baseball games every single night." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver allowed six runs over four innings Wednesday, pumping his ERA up to 6.07 after six starts. Following the game, the manager was not ready to give up on the right-hander, which is prudent given that Arizona is down a couple of other starters already in Taylor Widener (groin) and Merrill Kelly (undisclosed). Weaver lines up to start Monday at home against the Marlins, the team he faced Wednesday.
May 5 2021Weaver (1-3) allowed six runs on six hits and two walks with six strikeouts in four innings in a loss to Miami on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver struggled early on, as he allowed a pair of runs in the first inning. In the second, he gave up an RBI triple to Miguel Rojas and a three-run home run to Adam Duvall. It's been a difficult start to the season for Weaver, who owns a 6.07 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 29:11 K:BB across 29.2 innings. He's also given up six home runs across six starts, which likely plays a big part in his poor numbers. The right-hander is projected for a rematch with Miami next week.
Apr 29 2021Weaver allowed three runs on five hits while walking three and striking out four over four innings in Thursday's win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty had command issues all evening which consequently was the reason he was pulled after four innings. The 27-year-old threw 54 of his 85 pitches for strikes and had multiple long innings against the Rockies lineup. Weaver now has a abysmal 4.91 ERA on the year.
Apr 23 2021Weaver (1-2) took the loss Friday, giving up four runs on six hits and four walks over five innings as the Diamondbacks were downed 5-4 by Atlanta. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander walked more than one batter for the first time in four starts and tossed only 58 of 94 pitches for strikes. When Weaver was over the plate though he got tagged for plenty of hard contact, as five of the six hits off him went for extra bases including a two-run shot by Austin Riley in the second inning. Weaver will carry a 4.57 ERA and 19:5 K:BB over 21.2 innings into his next outing Thursday at home against the Rockies.
Apr 17 2021Weaver (1-1) took the loss Saturday against the Nationals after surrendering four runs on eight hits with three strikeouts and zero walks over four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old generated only six swinging strikes and required 94 pitches to record 12 outs Saturday. Weaver has allowed seven runs on 13 hits with a 14:1 K:BB over 16.2 innings this season, and he'll look to get back on track next week against the Reds.
Apr 12 2021Weaver threw mainly fastballs and changeups during his seven dominant innings against the Reds on Sunday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver spent the spring trying to rework his curve while using more of a slider rather than a cutter, but he struggled through much of the Cactus League. Sunday's outing was the second straight in which he kept the curve on the shelf. He didn't need it or any of the breaking stuff, throwing 70 fastballs, 23 changeups and one slider. He spotted his mid-90s fastball and kept hitters off balance with the change. It's not the optimum recipe for starting pitchers to navigate around lineups three and four times per game over the course of a season, but it worked for this one day against this lineup.
Apr 11 2021Weaver (1-0) held the Reds scoreless, allowing one hit while striking out eight and walking one over seven innings in Sunday's victory over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty was incredible on Sunday, losing his no-hit bid in the seventh inning on a single from Eugenio Suarez. The 27-year-old threw 63 of his 94 pitches for strikes and had the Reds guessing all afternoon. His next opportunity to start comes on Saturday against the Nationals.
Apr 7 2021Weaver tossed 5.2 innings against Colorado on Tuesday, allowing three runs on four hits and no walks while striking out three. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: On the plus side, Weaver did not walk a batter and allowed only four hits. However, three of those hits left the park, leaving the right-hander with only a moderately successful outing. The fact that Weaver hung around 5.2 frames in the altitude of Colorado helps provide some optimism moving forward, though the veteran's eight homers allowed this spring suggests that the long ball may be a problem this season no matter where he pitches. Weaver will try to keep more balls in the park Sunday when he faces Cincinnati at home in his next scheduled start.
Mar 27 2021Weaver felt good about his strong finish to Thursday's outing in which he allowed seven runs and three home runs in 5.1 innings, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver gave up most of the damage in the first two innings before retiring 11 of 12 batters to end his outing. The right-hander may have been encouraged by the finish, but manager Torey Lovullo was less optimistic and expressed concern about the eight home runs allowed this spring. "I think the bottom line is when you're making middle-third mistakes to big-league hitters, they're going to put a good swing on the ball. It's the type of contact we want to avoid," Lovullo said. "The bottom line is he has to do a better job of pitching to the edges to avoid the long ball." Weaver logged an 8.59 ERA over 14.2 innings but had an encouraging 17 strikeouts and just three walks.
Mar 26 2021Weaver allowed seven runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out eight over 5.1 innings in Thursday's spring game against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a promising Cactus League debut, Weaver has been less than impressive during his three subsequent outings and sports an 8.59 spring ERA. The right-hander surrendered three more home runs Thursday and has given up eight homers, four doubles and one triple over 14.2 spring innings. The strikeout potential makes him attractive, but Weaver may bring a lot of baggage.
Mar 21 2021Weaver allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits while striking out five over 4.1 innings in Saturday's spring game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver threw all of his pitches with varying degrees of success. "That was the best I threw my changeup in a while. I couldn't land the curveball today, but it had good action. And some sliders had good action, as well," he told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. Weaver gave up two more home runs Saturday and has permitted five over 9.1 spring innings.
Mar 9 2021Weaver allowed four runs on five hits and one walk while striking out four over three innings in Tuesday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was pleased with his breaking pitches but was unable to locate his fastball, which resulted in three home runs during his second spring outing, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. He ran his pitch count up to 54 (33 strikes) and pitched behind for much of the game. The right-hander eventually abandoned the windup in favor of pitching from the stretch.
Mar 4 2021Weaver allowed two hits over two scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring start against the Indians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver got off to a rocky start, permitting singles to the first two batters, but he got a double-play grounder and retired the final five batters faced. The right-hander's bid for a bounce-back season got off to a promising start, but bigger challenges are down the road when he extends his innings and faces orders a second or third time. That was an issue for him in 2020 when he had a 6.58 ERA and 1.56 WHIP over 12 starts.
Feb 20 2021Weaver has focused on consistency of mechanics and reclaiming the slider he lost last season, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. "It's a monumental pitch," Weaver said. "In 2019, I had that. I had that consistently. I felt confident throwing that for strikes. For me, it was just easier to pitch. It opens up the fastball/changeup." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In 2019, Weaver carved up lineups with four pitches and posted a 2.94 ERA over 12 starts in a season shortened by arm problems. His career took a sideways turn in 2020, when the ERA ballooned to 6.58, and the righty was reduced to throwing fastballs and changeups. Weaver is expected to take up a spot in the rotation in 2021.
Jan 15 2021Weaver signed a one-year, $1.95 million contract with the Diamondbacks on Friday to avoid arbitration, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old had a 6.58 ERA and 1-9 record to lead MLB in losses last season, but he's now officially under contract for 2021. Weaver should have a tentative spot in the rotation to start spring training, but Arizona hope he can return to the form that delivered a 2.94 ERA in 2019.
Sep 27 2020Weaver (1-9) allowed five runs (four earned) over five innings and took the loss against Colorado on Saturday. He gave up seven runs and struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver picked up an MLB-high ninth loss in a forgettable season for the right-hander. There were some good starts among Weaver's 12 outings, and he didn't miss a start after the arm troubles that dogged him in 2019. However, there was a lot of "frustration," he told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. The two pitches that made Weaver so effective before his season was shut down last season -- the cutter and the curveball -- were nearly absent Saturday, as they were most of the season. "Bluntly, those pitches have to be thrown," Weaver said. "It's an advantage to me, just like any other pitcher who can land three to four pitches through the course of a game." That will be a focus for the 27-year-old during the offseason.
Sep 19 2020Weaver (1-8) allowed three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out five across 5.1 innings to take the loss Saturday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver pitched well through five innings, allowing only one run on one hit and a walk. However, he was battered around when he took the mound in the sixth inning, allowing hits to four of the five batters he faced. Weaver now owns a 6.51 ERA and 49:18 K:BB across 47 frames this season. He's in line to take his final turn through the rotation next Saturday against Colorado.
Sep 13 2020Weaver (1-7) took the loss Sunday against the Mariners, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks across five innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing single runs in the first and second, Weaver settled in to finish his outing with three scoreless frames. Unfortunately for the right-hander, the Arizona offense struggled to give him much run support as he took his seventh loss. Weaver has dropped each of his last four decisions and now has a 6.70 ERA on the season. He will look to pick up his first win since Aug. 18 when he takes the hill Friday in Houston.
Sep 9 2020Weaver allowed two runs on five hits and four walks over four-plus innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver couldn't consistently locate, which led to traffic on the bases and 86 pitches to get 12 outs. Despite the activity, he limited the Dodgers to one run over the first four innings before leaving in the fifth after the first batter he faced singled. The outing lowered Weaver's ERA to 7.12 as he prepares for a start next Tuesday on the road against the Angels.
Sep 3 2020Weaver (1-6) was charged with the loss at Dodger Stadium on Thursday, allowing two runs on four hits while striking out five across 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The volatile Dodgers lineup got to Weaver early, jumping out to a 2-0 first-inning lead thanks to a trio of singles. Those would be the last runs of the night charged to Weaver, though unfortunately, he was strapped with his sixth loss of the season after Arizona failed to provide enough run support. The 27-year-old now holds a disappointing 7.44 ERA and 1.59 WHIP on the season and is slated for a Tuesday rematch against the Dodgers in Arizona.
Aug 29 2020Weaver (1-5) allowed four runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out six over three innings in a loss to the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Four of the eight hits Weaver allowed were doubles, allowing the Giants to slug their way around his pitching. The 27-year-old now has an unsightly 8.23 ERA, 1.76 WHIP and 34 strikeouts in 27.1 innings across seven starts this season. Weaver will try to get back on track next Saturday in his third straight game versus the Giants.
Aug 23 2020Weaver (1-4) allowed two runs on a walk and five hits over 5.2 innings Sunday, striking out five and taking the loss against San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For most of the afternoon, Weaver was on his game. He kept the Giants scoreless through four innings before an RBI double to Evan Longoria in the fifth and a solo shot to Mike Yastrzemski in the sixth. The right-hander lowered his season ERA to 7.77 alongside a 28:9 K:BB. Weaver will face the Giants again, this time at home, Friday.
Aug 18 2020Weaver (1-3) allowed one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out six across five innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After four consecutive poor outings to begin the season, Weaver came through to deliver a strong performance. He allowed only one extra-base hit and did not surrender a home run for the first time in a start this season. Underlying numbers didn't necessarily support the turnaround -- he had only nine swinging strikes on 87 total pitches and began 9 of the 19 batters he faced with a strike -- but it was nevertheless a positive development. He now has a 9.16 ERA across 18.2 innings, though he has a 23:8 K:BB. Weaver will look to stay on track in his next outing, currently projected to come Sunday at San Francisco.
Aug 12 2020Weaver allowed four runs on six hits and one walk over 3.1 innings during Wednesday's win over the Rockies. He had three strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old gave up only one run through the first three frames, but his afternoon ended during the fourth inning as he was pegged for three more runs. Weaver has an 11.85 ERA and 2.12 WHIP through 13.2 innings (four starts), and he lines up to pitch against the A's early next week, assuming he retains his spot in the rotation.
Aug 8 2020The decision to pull Weaver after three innings and 43 pitches in Friday's game against the Padres was planned, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Seeing the results of Weaver's first two starts provides a reason why manager Torey Lovullo planned to limit the right-hander. In each of the first two outings, Weaver had significant issues in the fourth inning when he faced orders a second time through. The Diamondbacks are looking to turn around a 5-9 start, and in a 60-game season, every game takes on greater import. "This is a game of performance," Lovullo said. "We're evaluating everybody, and we're probably a little bit more aggressive making decisions. This is where it took us today. We weren't winning baseball games, and we were trying to give ourselves the best chance to maneuver, flip a lineup and win a baseball game." Lovullo added that there are no plans to convert Weaver into an opener.
Aug 7 2020Weaver (0-3) was tagged with the loss Friday against the Padres. He allowed two runs on two hits -- both home runs -- and one walk while fanning three across three innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver gave up solo homers to Fernando Tatis and Jake Cronenworth in the first two innings, and that would be enough to earn his third loss of the season in equal number of starts. The veteran now has a 12.19 ERA in 2020 and will attempt to bounce back in his next scheduled start, set for Aug. 12 on the road against the Rockies.
Aug 1 2020Weaver (0-2) allowed six runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five over four innings in a loss to the Dodgers on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a similar stat line to the one Weaver posted versus the Padres in his season debut (3.1 innings, six runs, six whiffs). Weaver was responsible for two of the Dodgers' four homers Saturday -- he's now allowed three long balls in his two starts. The right-hander will need to limit hits of all kinds if he wants to pitch deeper into games. His next turn on the mound comes Friday in San Diego.
Jul 27 2020Weaver (0-1) gave up six earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out six in 3.1 innings Monday against the Padres. He took the loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He needed 79 pitches (49 strikes) and couldn't even get out of the fourth inning. There are some positives to take away: he is basically fully built up and had the swing-and-miss stuff working. However, Weaver will need to be more efficient with his pitches in a tough home start against the Dodgers on Saturday.
Jul 8 2020Weaver pitched three simulated innings against live batters Tuesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver approached the 50-pitch mark during his session, completing the first turn through the rotation of Arizona starters in summer camp. Manager Torey Lovullo is pleased with the performances thus far. Weaver projects as the No. 4 starter.
Mar 10 2020Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen said the team will be "cognizant" of Weaver's workload early in the season, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver was limited to 64.1 innings in the majors last season due to forearm tightness and has never logged more than 140.1 in any season during his professional career. "We want to see his career thrive, not just his 2020 thrive," Hazen said. "So we're going to be mindful of it." That means Weaver's pitch counts could be restricted early in the season, and Hazen mentioned inserting a sixth starter as well as building in extra rest. The general manager added that the club has no plans to shut Weaver down due to an artificial innings limit.
Mar 4 2020Weaver allowed two runs on two hits and two walks while striking out three over 1.1 innings in Tuesday's spring game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver labored through a 31-pitch first inning and was then pulled after striking out the first batter of the second inning. He finished with just 38 pitches, five more than his spring debut, during which he lasted just two-thirds of an inning. That's two rough first innings in a row for the right-hander, who reported to camp healthy after missing four months in 2018 due to a forearm strain. He's allowed six runs on four hits and four walks while striking out five over two spring innings.
Feb 26 2020Weaver allowed four runs on two hits and two walks while striking out two in Wednesday's spring game against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver, who missed nearly four months in 2019 with a forearm strain, and manager Torey Lovullo accentuated the positive despite the results. The right-hander's command was not pinpoint, but he cited normal velocity and getting his work in. Weaver is expected to be part of the rotation to start the season.
Feb 12 2020Weaver said Wednesday that he isn't concerned about the health of his throwing arm entering spring training after facing no restrictions during his offseason workouts, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a 3.03 ERA and 21.3 K-BB% through his first 11 starts of 2019, Weaver was on his way to a stellar first season in Arizona before he was shut down for nearly four months while dealing with a forearm strain. While Weaver was able to make it back in September for a brief two-inning appearance, it's equally encouraging that he steered clear of any further setbacks during his offseason throwing sessions. Weaver noted Wednesday that he believes he's made some mechanical tweaks over the winter that will make him less susceptible to additional arm-related injuries, so he looks like he can be targeted in fantasy drafts with few reservations.
Sep 25 2019Weaver is healthy but was shut down for the season Wednesday, Jack Magruder of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver returned from a lengthy absence due to an elbow injury to make just one two-inning appearance Saturday. There's time for him to pitch again, and he's reportedly healthy enough to do so, but the Diamondbacks have little reason to push him with the playoffs out of reach. Another healthy appearance could have helped fantasy owners assess Weaver's status heading into next season, but he'll instead enter the offseason as something of a mystery. His 2.94 ERA, 26.5 percent strikeout rate and 5.4 percent walk rate all represent significant steps forward from last season, but that came over a small, 12-start sample.
Sep 22 2019Weaver retired all six batters faced and struck out one over two innings as the opener in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver made a successful nut brief return from an elbow injury that sidelined him since late May. The right-hander needed just 19 pitches (13 strikes) to dispatch the Padres' top six hitters and averaged 95 mph on his fastball. "He can check the box that he got back on the mound and was healthy for the last month of the season," Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said. "I think it'll get him ready for a healthy 2020." Lovullo said the club has not yet determined if Weaver will pitch again in the final week of the season.
Sep 21 2019Weaver (elbow) has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list ahead of his start Saturday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver is set to return to a big-league mound for the first time since late May after taking a conservative approach to his treatment and rehab. He recently threw two innings and 28 pitches in a California League playoff game and manager Torey Lovullo said Weaver's innings/pitch count are likely to be about the same in his return to the majors, per Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. Weaver was in the midst of a bounce-back campaign before going down, posting a 3.03 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in his first 11 starts.
Sep 20 2019Weaver (elbow) will start Saturday's game against the Padres, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver has been shut down with an elbow strain since the end of May, but after making his final rehab start a week ago, he'll take the mound for the big-league club Saturday. He owns a 3.03 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with a 68:14 K:BB over 62.1 innings this season in the big leagues.
Sep 17 2019Weaver (elbow) threw a bullpen session Tuesday and could return from the 60-day injured list within the next few days, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver looked sharp in his last rehab start Friday for High-A Visalia, and following a successful bullpen Tuesday, Arizona believes he's ready for major-league action. The Diamondbacks could reinstate the right-hander from the IL later this week.
Sep 14 2019Weaver (elbow) allowed one hit and struck out one over two scoreless innings for High-A Visalia on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver threw 28 pitches (19 strikes) for the Rawhide, who took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series against Lake Elsinore. For Weaver, this is the last chance to pitch in a competitive game environment before rejoining the Diamondbacks roster.
Sep 10 2019Weaver (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday and there is a "strong chance" he is able to return before the end of the season, according to general manager Torey Lovullo, Bill Ladson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Depending how he feels after Tuesday's session, the next step could be a simulated game or an appearance for a minor-league affiliate in a postseason game. Lovullo prefaced his comments by saying he is going to remain as optimistic as possible, but he noted that the ball has been coming out of Weaver's hand very well.
Sep 7 2019Weaver (elbow) threw his second simulated game of the week Friday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Weaver threw 30 pitches over two innings and will make at least one more appearance -- either in simulation or the minors -- before coming off the injured list. Weaver has been on the shelf since late May, but with Arizona hunting for the playoffs, all hands (and arms) are being prepared. "If it were a September where we're out of it, maybe we see what it looks like here," manager Torey Lovullo said. "Everything that we're doing right now matters."
Sep 2 2019Weaver (elbow) completed a simulated game without issues Monday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.
Sep 1 2019Weaver (elbow) will throw a simulated game Monday, Richard Morin of the Arizona Republic reports.
Aug 27 2019Weaver (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Richard Morin of the Arizona Republic reports.
Aug 15 2019Weaver (elbow) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
Jul 26 2019Weaver (elbow) was transferred<\/a> to the 60-day injured list Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 17 2019Weaver (elbow) will undergo another MRI next week to assess his recovery, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Weaver (elbow) has begun a throwing program, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019A follow-up MRI on Weaver's elbow showed improvement, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Weaver has been diagnosed with a mild flexor pronator strain and a minor UCL sprain, and he'll be \"treated conservatively,\" Richard Morin of The Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Weaver has been diagnosed with a right forearm strain and will seek a second opinion, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Weaver (forearm) was placed on the injured list Monday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Weaver (4-3) earned the win in Sunday's 6-2 win over the Giants before leaving the game with a forearm injury.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Weaver left Sunday's game against San Francisco due to right forearm tightness, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Weaver walked off the field<\/a> in the sixth inning of Sunday's game against the Giants with the team trainer after suffering an apparent injury. He allowed one run on six hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings prior to exiting.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Weaver (3-3) allowed two runs on four hits while striking out seven over six innings in Monday's 2-1 loss to the Padres.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Weaver (3-2) allowed three runs on seven hits with five strikeouts and two walks across six innings while taking a loss against the Pirates on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 9 2019Weaver threw seven innings in a no-decision against the Braves on Thursday, giving up one earned run on three hits in a 3-2 extra-inning win for the Diamondbacks. He struck out six and walked two.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 21 2018Weaver was called up from Triple-A Memphis prior to his start during Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cubs, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.As expected, Weaver will rejoin the club's rotation after being optioned to Memphis before the All-Star break. Over 19 starts with the Cardinals this year, Weaver has posted a 4.72 ERA and 1.32 WHIP with a 96:36 K:BB across 103 innings.
Jul 21 2018Weaver was called up from Triple-A Memphis as the 26th man prior to his start during Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cubs, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.As expected, Weaver will rejoin the club's rotation after being optioned to Memphis before the All-Star break. Over 19 starts with the Cardinals this year, Weaver has posted a 4.72 ERA and 1.32 WHIP with a 96:36 K:BB across 103 innings.
Jul 21 2018Weaver fell to 5-9 on the season after giving up three runs in four innings Saturday against the Cubs. He allowed seven hits and five walks while striking out just two.Weaver was constantly in trouble throughout the game, though he'd given up just one run through four innings. He was pulled without getting an out in the fifth after allowing three straight singles. The 24-year-old has largely failed to live up to his preseason promise, posting a 4.79 ERA through 20 starts. He'll look to get back on track against the Cubs on Friday.
Jul 18 2018Weaver is slated to be called back up from Triple-A Memphis and start one of the games in Saturday's doubleheader against the Cubs, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.The right-hander was just optioned back to the Redbirds last Friday and started against Iowa on Monday. Weaver recorded seven strikeouts and allowed two earned runs on three hits over four innings in that outing, throwing 56 pitches overall. The 24-year-old is expected to return as the 26th man allowed for the twin bill, and he could remain with the team after that point if another roster spot opens up.
Jul 11 2018Weaver (5-8) allowed just one run on three hits and two walks with seven strikeouts through six innings but still took the loss Wednesday against the White Sox.Weaver was fantastic, as he induced 17 swinging strikes to strikeout seven batters for the second start in a row. His changeup was nasty, as it induced seven swinging strikes on just 29 offerings. An off-speed pitch like that just makes his fastball, which averaged 94.6 mph on Wednesday, even more potent. His effort was wasted as the Cardinals were shut out, but Weaver will at least head into the break on a strong note.
Jul 5 2018Weaver (5-7) allowed two earned runs on two hits and no walks while striking out seven across eight innings to earn the win Thursday against the Giants.Weaver carried a perfect game into the sixth inning, an effort that was ended by a Gorkys Hernandez infield single followed by an Alen Hanson two-run home run. That doesn't take away from what was almost certainly his best start of the season, however, as he took advantage of spacious AT&T Park by recording 13 flyball outs. This was a needed performance for Weaver, coming off an eight earned run effort in his last start.
Jul 2 2018Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said that Weaver would make his next scheduled turn through the rotation Thursday against the Giants, Rick Hummel of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Weaver was expected to be an anchor for the St. Louis rotation this season after impressing with the big club in the second half of 2017, but he has instead been one of its weakest members. The right-hander has failed to reach six innings in any of his last seven starts and turned in his worst outing of the season Saturday against the Braves, allowing eight runs on two hits and two walks over 4.2 frames. Matheny stressed that "execution" remains Weaver's greatest challenge at the moment, and it's difficult to see him turning the corner in San Francisco. He has posted a 5.00 ERA (4.22 FIP, 4.63 xFIP) away from Busch Stadium and faces a Giants offense that ranks in the top half of the majors this season with a 99 wRC+.
Jun 30 2018Weaver (4-7) took the loss against the Braves on Saturday, giving up eight runs on 10 hits (two home runs) and two walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out five.Down 2-0 in the top of the fifth, the right-hander allowed an RBI double, a grand slam to Nick Markakis and another run-scoring single to end his night. Weaver seemingly melts down when facing opponents a third time through the order, and he'll carry a 5.16 ERA into his scheduled Thursday assignment. At least this will take him to the Giants' AT&T Park -- arguably the league's best pitching environment -- which improves his fantasy outlook. The "matchup play" designation, however, could stick for the rest of the season.
Jun 24 2018Weaver (4-6) threw 5.2 innings Sunday, yielding 2 runs on five hits and two walks in a 8-2 win over the Brewers. He struck out nine batters and allowed a home run.The nine-strikeout performance was his highest in 2018, bringing the 24-year-old to 77 in 84.1 innings. Weaver allowed both runs in the first inning, but was able to cruise unscathed for the rest of the afternoon. Sunday snapped a seven-start winless drought for Weaver, going 0-4 with a 4.46 ERA during that span. He'll look to start a winning streak Saturday in a home showdown with the Braves.
Jun 19 2018Weaver did not factor in the decision during Tuesday's win over the Phillies, giving up four runs on six hits over five innings. He struck out four and issued four walks.Weaver has allowed four runs in each of his last three starts, -- while giving up 22 hits and 10 walks over 15.1 innings -- and also gave up a pair of solo home runs Tuesday. The 24-year-old has a 4.69 ERA and 1.40 WHIP with a 68:30 K:BB across 78.2 innings, and currently has an unappealing matchup at Milwaukee on tap for Sunday.
Jun 13 2018Weaver (3-6) allowed four runs on nine hits and a walk with four strikeouts over 5.1 innings in a loss Wednesday against the Padres.Weaver kept the ball in the ballpark, but he was undone by a trio of extra-base hits. Freddy Galvis drove in the first two runs with a double in the first, and Franmil Reyes doubled and later scored on a Manuel Margot triple in the sixth inning. Weaver just couldn't get his fastball over, as six of the 10 fastballs put in play by Padres hitters went for hits. His last quality start came May 22 against Kansas City, and Weaver will carry a mediocre 4.52 ERA into his next start Tuesday against the Phillies.
Jun 9 2018Weaver didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 7-6 extra-inning win over the Reds, allowing four runs on seven hits and five walks over five innings while striking out three.The right-hander threw only 55 of 100 pitches for strikes, but despite his shaky control Weaver was still in line for his fourth win of the year before Bud Norris blew the save in the ninth inning. Weaver had issued only five free passes total in his prior five starts, so expect him to rebound when he next takes the mound Wednesday at home against the Padres.
Jun 2 2018Weaver (3-5) did not factor in the decision in Saturday's win over the Pirates, allowing one run on four hits and no walks, while recording four strikeouts.Weaver gave up a solo home run to Colin Moran in the fifth inning, but otherwise limited the Pirates to three singles. The 24-year-old rebounded after giving up four runs over four innings during his previous start, and now has a 4.41 ERA and 1.25 WHIP over 63.1 innings this season. Weaver is next expected to start at Cincinnati next Friday.
May 28 2018Weaver (3-5) was hit with the loss Monday against the Brewers, allowing four runs on five hits and two walks across four innings while striking out three.Weaver took a step backwards Monday after allowing just four runs across 19 innings in his previous three starts. He conceded a two-out, two-RBI double to pitcher Brent Suter in the fourth inning to put the Cardinals in the hole 4-0, prompting manager Mike Matheny to pinch hit for him in the top of the fifth frame despite his pitch count sitting at 76. The 24-year-old now owns a 4.63 ERA and 53:20 K:BB across 11 starts (58.1 innings) this season. Weaver will look to bounce back in his next start, which will come at home against the Pirates.
May 22 2018Weaver (3-4) was handed the loss Tuesday against the Royals, allowing three runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out eight over seven innings.Weaver actually pitched fairly well in this one despite the loss, striking out a season-high eight with first-pitch strikes to 23 of the 28 batters he faced and 13 swinging strikes in all. He was done in by the long ball, as he allowed a pair of home runs and got just one run of support from his offense. Following a rocky start to the season, the 24-year-old seems to have turned a corner in his past three starts. In that span, he has a compiled a 1.89 ERA with 18:3 K:BB over 19 innings to lower his ERA from 5.60 to 4.31. He'll look to keep rolling Monday against the Brewers.
May 17 2018Weaver (3-3) allowed one earned run on four hits while walking one and striking out six across seven innings, but took the loss Thursday against the Phillies.Weaver put forth arguably his best effort of the season, surpassing six innings pitched in a start for the first time since April 8. He generated 15 swinging strikes and nine groundballs out of 15 balls in play, a strong combination for run prevention. After being roughed up in four consecutive starts, Weaver has rebounded to allow only one earned across 12 innings pitched in his last two outings.
May 11 2018Weaver didn't factor into the decision against the Padres on Friday, giving up no earned runs on four hits in five innings, striking out four and walking one as the Cardinals eventually prevailed 9-5.Weaver had been coming off a rough stretch that had seen him give up 18 earned runs over his previous four starts, so it was a good bounce-back effort even if he didn't work very deep into the game or log an especially notable amount of strikeouts. He's now got a 4.91 ERA and a 1.36 WHIP through 40.1 innings and is scheduled to take mound again next Thursday at home against the Phillies.
May 5 2018Weaver (2-2) allowed four runs in four innings on six hits and a walk Saturday against the Cubs. He struck out two and did not factor into the decision.Weaver has now allowed at least four runs in each of his last four starts. He's allowed a total of 18 runs in 18 innings over that span. It's far less than was expected for the 24-year-old, who came into the season on the back of a solid 60.1-inning performance last season in which he recorded a 3.88 ERA and a 3.17 FIP. He'll look to get back on track with an easier matchup Friday in San Diego.
Apr 29 2018Weaver (2-2) allowed four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six over 5.1 innings in Sunday's loss to the Pirates.Weaver was able to maneuver through the first five innings without allowing a run before getting himself into trouble in the sixth. Weaver allowed back-to-back singles and a walk to load the bases before Elias Diaz slapped two-run single into right field. Jordan Hicks came on in relief but allowed two more Pirates to cross home plate, bringing Weaver's earned run total to four. The 24-year-old has now allowed 14 runs in his past three starts and currently sports a disappointing 5.17 ERA. He'll look to get back on track Saturday against the Cubs.
Apr 24 2018Weaver allowed four runs on two hits and six walks while striking out four in 4.2 innings against the Mets on Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision.Weaver was cruising along until the fifth inning before he lost the zone, as he proceeded to walk three and allow a game-tying home run after recording the first two outs of the inning. Though it got out of hand in the fifth, Weaver struggled with command all night with first-pitch strikes to just seven of the 21 batters he faced. The 24-year-old spun three terrific starts to open up the year, but he's failed to make it out of the fifth inning in each of his last two. He'll look to right the ship Sunday against the Pirates.
Apr 22 2018Weaver will start Tuesday's game against the Mets, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Weaver had been scheduled to pitch Wednesday, but with Adam Wainwright (elbow) landing on the DL, the Cardinals decided to have Weaver's next start come a day earlier than planned. Weaver has started four games this season, over which he's thrown to the tune of a 4.22 ERA and 1.27 WHIP.
Apr 19 2018Weaver (2-1) allowed six earned runs on nine hits while walking one and striking out three across four innings to take the loss against the Cubs on Thursday.Weaver suffered through his worst start of the season but looked in control of his pitches, throwing 57 of his 85 pitches for strikes and generating 11 swinging strikes. The Cubs took advantage of the contact they did make, however, as they recorded a .500 BABIP against him with two hits going for extra bases. Despite this tough outing, Weaver has had a strong start to the season and he'll look to return to good form in his next start, likely to come on Wednesday against the Mets.
Apr 18 2018Weaver will start Thursday's makeup game against the Cubs after Wednesday's contest was postponed due to inclement weather, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Heading into the week, Weaver had been lined up for a start Friday against the Reds, but manager Mike Matheny opted to flip the right-hander's spot in the pitching schedule with Michael Wacha, who was moved from Wednesday to Friday. Weaver will remain ahead of Wacha in the rotation order, but now benefits from five days' rest between starts on the heels of Wednesday's postponement. Jon Lester is slated to take the bump for the Cubs in the series finale.
Apr 18 2018Weaver won't start Wednesday against the Cubs after the game was postponed due to inclement weather in Chicago.Both the Cardinals and Cubs had mutual off days Thursday, so the two clubs will make up the postponed contest that day in a matinee. The Cardinals haven't officially revealed how Wednesday's postponement will affect their rotation plans, but it's expected that Weaver and the rest of the team's starters will simply be pushed back a day. Look for Weaver to oppose Jon Lester on Thursday.
Apr 17 2018Weaver's upcoming turn in the rotation was swapped with Michael Wacha's, and Weaver will therefore start Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Weaver was originally slated for some extra down time between starts this week, as he'd been scheduled to start Friday's game against the Reds. However, manager Mike Matheny has opted to keep Wacha out of Wrigley Field, where he's just 1-4 with a 5.98 ERA in eight career games. Meanwhile, despite the change, Weaver will still be pitching on a normal allotment of four days' rest.
Apr 14 2018Weaver went six innings in Friday's win over the Reds, giving up two runs on four hits while striking out seven and walking one.Weaver made it into the seventh having given up only two hits, but then surrendered a single to Scooter Gennett and a two-run shot to Devin Mesoraco before being lifted at 99 pitches. In each of Weaver's three starts he has pitched at least five innings while giving up no more than two runs, all while striking out 17 in 17.1 innings. He'll take his 2-0 record to the Cubs in a road matchup next week.
Apr 8 2018Weaver allowed one run on three hits and one walk while striking out seven across 6.1 innings Sunday against Arizona.Weaver didn't factor into the decision, as the Cardinals ended up losing their one-run lead in the seventh inning. He's had two stellar appearances to open the season, allowing two runs on eight hits and four walks over 11.1 innings. Weaver's next start should come Friday against the Reds.
Apr 1 2018Weaver (1-0) tossed five innings of one-run ball while earning the win Sunday against the Mets. He allowed five hits and three walks with three strikeouts.Weaver put several men on base throughout the afternoon, but he was only touched for a single run as two men reached base in the second inning. He struggled to throw strikes at times, but he allowed just one extra-base hit and got timely outs to minimize the damage. Weaver will look to build on a successful season debut Saturday against the Diamondbacks.
Mar 28 2018Weaver finished spring training with an 0.55 ERA over 16.2 innings after firing three scoreless innings in which he allowed a hit and a walk while also recording four strikeouts in an exhibition win over the Blue Jays on Tuesday.Weaver finished spring with 11.1 scoreless innings over his last three appearances, a span during which he also racked up 14 strikeouts. Projected as the No. 3 starter to open the season, Weaver appears poised to considerably build on the 7-2 record, 3.88 ERA and 1.26 WHIP he generated in 2017 if his spring work is any indication.
Mar 19 2018Weaver's (2-0) spring ERA is down to 0.68 following a Saturday Grapefruit League outing against the Braves in which he struck out six over four scoreless innings while allowing one hit and three walks.He continues racking up the whiffs, as he's now set down 15 batters over 13.1 innings, recording no less than four strikeouts in any of his last three spring starts. Weaver's dominant Saturday performance saw him stretch out to 74 pitches, Ben Frederickson and Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch report, and the only blemish during the outing was some location trouble. Weaver could only get 43 of his offerings into the strike zone, but it was the first time in four exhibition appearances that walks have been any kind of an issue. If his current form is any indication, Weaver looks set to considerably improve on the 7-2 record and 3.88 ERA he posted in his 13-appearance stint with the Cardinals in 2017.
Mar 12 2018Weaver tossed four perfect innings in the Cardinals' 4-3 win over the Nationals in Grapefruit League play. He struck out four batters in the outing.After excelling during a 10-start slate with the Cardinals last season, Weaver has only raised expectations since the spring began, with Sunday's scoreless outing dropping his ERA to 1.00 over nine innings. His latest start was rendered more impressive considering that Washington stocked its lineup with several mainstays, none of whom found much success against the right-hander. Weaver seems to be reaping the benefits of an offseason weight-training program that allowed him to add 15 pounds to his wiry frame, according to Rick Hummel of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, easing some concern about the 24-year-old's ability to handle what will likely be a 150-plus-inning workload this season.
Mar 6 2018Weaver is 1-0 with a 1.80 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 5:1 K:BB over five innings across his first two spring appearances.The 24-year-old has pitched to some contact, but he's been able to limit the damage by missing a few bats as well. In a 2-1 Grapefruit League win over the Nationals on Monday, Weaver stretched out to three innings and recorded four of the five strikeouts he's logged this spring, with the solo home run he gave up to Andrew Stevenson during his final frame serving as his one major blemish. Weaver was much more impressive in 2017 than in his first major-league stint the year prior, going 7-2 with a serviceable 3.88 ERA, a 1.26 WHIP and an impressive 72:17 K:BB across 13 games, 10 of them starts. The emerging right-hander gained 15 pounds this offseason in preparation for what is expected to be his first full major-league campaign in 2018.
Mar 5 2018Weaver won't enter the 2018 season with a workload restriction, Ben Frederickson of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Over the course of the offseason, Weaver gained approximately 15 pounds in an effort to improve his durability for the upcoming season. To this point, being able to throw a large number of innings has been a challenge for Weaver, who's 138 combined frames between Triple-A Memphis and the majors last season was the most of his career. While it's possible that the Cardinals could impose an innings limit on Weaver if health becomes an issue for the 24-year-old, he'll enter the season looking to accumulate as many innings as he can.
Sep 30 2017Weaver allowed six runs on nine hits and four walks while striking out four batters through 4.2 innings during Saturday's win over Milwaukee. He didn't factor into the decision.This was the second straight poor showing from Weaver. He posted a 2.05 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 11.1 K/9 through 52.2 innings over 11 appearances before allowing 14 runs through just 7.2 frames in his past two starts. While the recent funk is worrisome, Weaver's long-term fantasy outlook remains promising, and the 24-year-old righty projects to be a coveted asset heading into 2018 drafts.
Sep 25 2017Weaver (7-2) allowed eight runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out just three batters through only three innings to take the loss to the Cubs on Monday.This was a disastrous outing from the 24-year-old righty, but it was also his lone hiccup in an otherwise awesome late-season surge. After all, Weaver entered Monday's outing with an elite 2.05 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 11.1 K/9 through 52.2 innings over 11 appearances. Even with Monday's disappointing showing, gamers should expect Weaver's fantasy stock to soar leading into next season's draft season. He projects to make his final start of 2017 against the Brewers at Busch Stadium.
Sep 21 2017Weaver (7-1) allowed two runs on five hits and struck out seven batters through five innings to take the win against Cincinnati on Wednesday.After posting a high-end 2.55 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 8.8 K/9 this season with Triple-A Memphis, Weaver has been even better since hitting the majors with 2.05, 1.03 and 11.1 marks through 52.2 innings over 11 appearances. At this stage of the game, Weaver checks out as a strong option for his final two starts of the year at Busch Stadium against the Cubs and Brewers. He projects to be a coveted fantasy asset heading into the 2018 draft season.
Sep 14 2017Weaver (6-1) earned the win over the Reds on Thursday. He was charged with one unearned run on two hits and struck out six over six innings.This was an excellent performance from the 24-year-old, as he allowed a top-five scoring offense in the NL to put just two runners on over six. With this showing, Weaver brought his ERA under 2.00, and he's now picked up wins in five straight starts. Given how difficult it's been this year to find reliable starting pitching, Weaver is looking like a potential second-half fantasy MVP. He lines up to face the Reds again next week, this time in Cincinnati.
Sep 9 2017Weaver (5-1) recorded the win over the Pirates on Friday, allowing seven hits over 5.2 scoreless innings while striking out seven.An inflated pitch count -- Weaver threw 76 of 108 pitches for strikes -- prevented him from notching a quality start, but the young right-hander is staking a strong claim to remaining in the rotation through the rest of the season, posting a 1.60 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 45:8 K:BB in 33.2 innings while winning five straight decisions since the beginning of August. Weaver will next take the mound Thursday at home against the Reds.
Sep 4 2017Weaver improved to 4-1 Sunday, giving up two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out nine in seven innings against the Giants.He continues to roll in the big leagues, and now sports a 2.50 ERA in 36 innings this season and a career 3.78 ERA with 86 strikeouts in 66.2 innings as a starter. Weaver gets by primarily with his fourseam fastball and filthy changeup, but he has also mixed his curveball and cutter from time to time. His ability to rack up strikeouts and keep his team in games should allow fantasy owners to continue to extract value over the final four weeks. Weaver is scheduled to take the hill Friday against the Pirates.
Aug 30 2017Weaver (3-1) racked up 10 strikeouts over 5.2 innings against Milwaukee on Wednesday, allowing two runs on eight hits and a walk to collect the win.The Cardinals put 10 runs of support on the board, which doesn't hurt, but this was Weaver's second consecutive 10-strikeout start. His early returns have been nothing short of outstanding, as Weaver owns a 36:9 K:BB to accompany his 2.48 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 29 innings, and while that strikeout rate may not be sustainable for him, he's given fantasy owners plenty of reason for optimism. After all, the 24-year-old dominated in Triple-A this year and has seen his fastball velocity improve markedly from last season. He'll make his next start Sunday on the road against the Giants.
Aug 24 2017Weaver (2-1) allowed just three hits and a walk across seven scoreless innings to earn the win against the Padres on Wednesday. He struck out 10 batters.Weaver has improved with every start this season, and he now owns an impressive 2.95 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 23:5 K:BB across three starts for the big club (18.1 innings). The 10 strikeouts for Weaver matched a career-high. He's filling in for the injured Adam Wainwright (elbow), who isn't expected to resume a throwing program for at least another week, according to Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com, so Weaver should see his turn in the rotation come around multiple more times while Wainwright remains on the shelf. If Weaver continues to pitch the way he has been, it shouldn't be too hard for St. Louis to find room in its rotation for him. His next start is tentatively lined up against the Brewers on Tuesday.
Aug 18 2017Weaver will take Adam Wainwright's place in the rotation while he is recovering from an elbow injury, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Weaver has made two starts with the big-league club already this year, giving up a combined six runs on 10 hits and four walks while striking out 13 over 11.1 innings against the Brewers and Diamondbacks a few weeks ago. He figures to take the mound for Wednesday's game against the Padres, and could make a couple starts depending on the timetable for Wainwright's injury. On the year, Weaver has appeared in five games for the Redbirds, posting a 3.31 ERA and 1.29 WHIP.
Aug 17 2017Weaver was called up from Triple-A Memphis on Thursday, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Weaver has bounced around between St. Louis and Memphis a couple times since the beginning of July, and will report back to the big-league club prior to Thursday's series opener in Pittsburgh. It remains to be seen whether Weaver will get another opportunity to start in the near future, but he could slide back into the bullpen and provide another relief arm for the Redbirds. Throughout the course of the 2017 campaign, Weaver has made two relief appearances and two starts in the majors, recording a 3.77 ERA and 1.26 WHIP in 14.1 innings.
Aug 2 2017Weaver (1-1) held the Brewers to two runs on five hits with two walks and eight strikeouts over 6.1 innings for his first win of the season Wednesday.The 23-year-old right-hander doubled his career win total with this effort while working more than six innings for the first time. Weaver settled down nicely after a first-inning homer by Eric Thames, retiring 12 of the next 13 batters he faced. Despite the strong outing, Weaver will likely be bumped from the rotation when Adam Wainwright (back) returns from the DL.
Aug 1 2017Weaver will start Wednesday's game against the Brewers, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Adam Wainwright (back) continues to progress in his rehab program, but with him still not back to 100 percent, Weaver will remain in the rotation for another turn. The young starter will face off with Milwaukee southpaw Brent Suter in Wednesday's matchup.
Jul 27 2017Weaver (0-1) allowed four runs on five hits and two walks while striking out five batters through five innings during Thursday's loss to Arizona.This wasn't an ideal matchup for the 24-year-old righty, and aside from allowing a grand slam, Weaver avoided trouble through five frames. He's showcased his high-end upside with Triple-A Memphis this season (1.96 ERA and 9.4 K/9 through 13 starts), and Weaver's long-term fantasy value is high. However, he's likely to return to the minors once Adam Wainwright returns from his back injury. Weaver could resurface with the Cardinals again this year, so he's worth monitoring in most settings.
Jul 27 2017Weaver was recalled prior to his start Thursday against the Diamondbacks, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Weaver is set to make his first start of the 2017 season, taking the spot of Adam Wainwright (back) in the rotation. During two appearances with the big-league club in July, Weaver combined to toss three scoreless innings, adding in a pair of strikeouts while allowing three hits. He made eight starts with St. Louis last year, posting a 5.70 ERA and 1.60 WHIP over 36.1 innings with the team in 2016. He could end up making just one start since Wainwright's return may come as early as his next scheduled start, but the 23-year-old is a solid candidate to rejoin the Redbirds in September if he heads back to Triple-A Memphis following Thursday's outing.
Jul 12 2017Weaver was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.The pitching phenom was effective in two relief appearances for the Cardinals, tossing three scoreless innings and recording two strikeouts. However, with Kevin Siegrist (back) set to return from the DL following the All-Star break, Weaver will head back to Triple-A, where he owns a stellar 1.93 ERA and 0.96 WHIP over 11 starts this season. The 23-year-old would likely be a strong candidate to join the big league rotation should the need arise, though he may be in line for a late-season call-up either way.
Jul 6 2017Weaver pitched two scoreless innings and allowed one run and one walk with two strikeouts in Wednesday's loss to Miami.The 23-year-old has yet to allow a run over three innings in the majors this season, and is likely near the top of the list should the Cardinals' need a spot starter. Weaver compiled a 7-1 record with a 1.93 ERA and 0.96 WHIP and 60 strikeouts in his 11 starts (56 innings) with Triple-A Memphis this season.
Jul 4 2017Weaver, recalled from Triple-A Memphis earlier in the day, fired a scoreless sixth inning in Monday's 14-6 win over the Marlins, allowing two hits.The impressive 23-year-old pitched to some contact but ultimately wiggled out of trouble by getting Giancarlo Stanton to line out to center. Weaver could potentially be deployed in a couple of different roles while with the big-league club, including in a multi-inning capacity out of the bullpen given his extensive starting experience in the minors.
Jul 3 2017Weaver was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Monday.There's no indication that the Cardinals are dealing with any injuries among the starting staff, so it's likely that Weaver will just be up with the club through the All-Star break to work in long relief. The right-hander has been exceptional at Triple-A this season with a 1.93 ERA and 0.96 WHIP over 56 innings, and would likely rank as the top option to start should an opening in the rotation arise at some point.
Jun 29 2017Weaver (back) fired six scoreless innings in Triple-A Memphis' win over Oklahoma City on Wednesday, allowing three hits and two walks while striking out six.The 23-year-old eased back into action last Friday against Omaha by pitching 3.2 scoreless innings of one-hit ball, but Wednesday's outing saw him stretch out to 91 pitches. Weaver has looked very effective over the two appearances, and after throwing a combined 166 pitches, seems to be completely over his injury. The right-hander remains a candidate to make an appearance with the major-league club before the end of the season.
Jun 21 2017Weaver (back) is scheduled to start for Triple-A Memphis on Friday, Derrick Goold of the St. Loius Post-Dispatch reports.Weaver hasn't pitched since June 11 due to the back issue, but it doesn't sound like the injury was anything the Cardinals ever viewed as significant. The minor setback shouldn't derail what has been an outstanding season for the 23-year-old, who maintains a 2.33 ERA and 51:9 K:BB over 46.1 innings for Memphis. Weaver could merit consideration for a rotation spot with the big club at some point during the second half.
Jun 12 2017Weaver left his start Sunday for Triple-A Memphis in the third inning with an undisclosed injury, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports. He gave up three runs on three hits and two walks with two strikeouts in 2.1 innings before exiting.Weaver has a 2.33 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 51:9 K:BB in 46.1 innings at Triple-A, and prior to the injury he would have been the presumed starter if the Cardinals had a long-term hole to plug in the big-league rotation. His value is up in the air until the exact nature of the injury is announced.
Jun 11 2017The Cardinals won't call up Weaver to start either game of their doubleheader Tuesday against the Brewers, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.The organization decided to keep Weaver on his normal throwing schedule with Triple-A Memphis, so he started Sunday with the minor-league club to take him out of consideration for a spot start with the Cardinals. Instead, it appears that Triple-A rotation mate Marco Gonzales will be recalled to fill the starting void in the doubleheader. With a 1.84 ERA and 0.93 WHIP over 44 innings for Memphis heading into his start Sunday, Weaver has little left to prove in the minors and should force his way to St. Louis before long.