Scott Alexander
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Jun 29 2024Alexander (1-2) got the victory over the Diamondbacks on Friday, allowing an earned run on a hit and a walk over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was the first reliever out of the bullpen following JP Sears' impressive six-inning start, and while the former did falter by allowing a Ketel Marte go-ahead RBI single, he was able to limit the damage to that one run. Alexander then became the beneficiary of a three-run eighth-inning rally by Oakland, which gave the A's a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Alexander posted a career-high seven wins with the Giants in 2023, but Friday's victory was his first of this season and came in an outing where he was scored upon for the fifth time in eight appearances.
Jun 15 2024Alexander (0-2) took the extra-inning loss against the Twins on Friday, allowing an unearned run on a hit and an intentional walk without recording an out. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander's lighting-quick outing resulted in the culmination of the Twins' comeback from a pair of deficits, with the southpaw intentionally putting Carlos Correa on and then conceding a walk-off RBI single on his first pitch to Max Kepler that plated automatic runner Austin Martin. Alexander has now allowed a run in three straight appearances and taken his first two losses of the season in consecutive outings, and he may be kept out of high-leverage situations for the time being as he tries to get back on track.
Jun 12 2024Alexander (0-1) took the loss against the Padres on Tuesday, allowing an earned run on one hit and one walk over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Unfortunately for Alexander, the one hit he allowed was a walk-off solo home run to Kyle Higashioka, saddling the veteran southpaw with his first loss of the season. Alexander has now allowed an earned run in each of his last two appearances after generating four consecutive scoreless efforts of an inning apiece, but he's still carrying an acceptable 4.00 ERA and stellar 0.67 WHIP across the nine innings covering his 10 appearances.
May 26 2024Alexander was credited with his first hold in Saturday's win over the Astros, firing a scoreless two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander got the final two outs of the eighth, inheriting a one-on, one-out situation from Lucas Erceg and retiring the dangerous duo of Kyle Tucker and Yordan Alvarez on groundouts. The veteran southpaw allowed a solo home run over two-thirds of an inning in his delayed season debut against the Rockies on Tuesday, but he's subsequently fired 1.2 scoreless, hitless frames in his next pair of appearances.
May 21 2024Alexander (ribs) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was placed on the 15-day injured list at the end of March with a left rib contusion. The left-hander fired a scoreless seventh inning with a strikeout in his most recent rehab appearance for Triple-A Las Vegas. As a result of Alexander's activation, Tyler Ferguson was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move Tuesday.
May 15 2024Alexander (ribs) fired a scoreless seventh inning in Triple-A Las Vegas' win over El Paso on Tuesday, recording a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander had failed to record an out while giving up five total runs in his most recent rehab outing Friday, so the scoreless frame Tuesday was a particularly welcome sight. Alexander might be ready to return from his long IL stint at any moment, and perhaps Tuesday's clean outing will qualify as the final box that needed checking before the Athletics deem him ready for activation.
May 11 2024Alexander (ribs) allowed five runs (four earned) on three hits, a walk and a hit batsman without recording an out during a relief appearance for Triple-A Las Vegas against Round Rock on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw had fired a scoreless frame with two strikeouts against San Jose in his second rehab outing Tuesday, but Friday's appearance saw Alexander fall apart in alarming fashion. Given the results, Alexander, who threw 22 pitches Friday, may be in line for at least one more rehab appearance in order to build some momentum before being activated.
May 4 2024Alexander (ribs) started Single-A Stockton's loss to Visalia on Friday, allowing an earned run on two hits over one inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander pitched to some contact, but he located 12 of his 16 pitches for strikes and came away from his first game action in nearly two months feeling good, per MLB.com. The veteran right-hander is due for another rehab appearance with the Ports on Tuesday against San Jose, and if he remains free of setbacks, his rehab assignment will move to Triple-A Las Vegas.
May 1 2024Alexander (ribs) threw live batting practice to Miguel Andujar (knee) on Tuesday and is now set to join Single-A Stockton to begin a rehab assignment Friday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander cleared his final hurdle to a return to the mound with Tuesday's activity, and when he does debut for the Ports, it will be his first game action since a March 6 Cactus League appearance against the Angels. Given the amount of time he's been sidelined, Alexander figures to need a fairly lengthy rehab assignment, even though he'll likely be utilized for no more than two innings per appearance once he's with the big-league club.
Apr 29 2024Alexander (ribs) is expected to throw live batting practice Tuesday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander continues to progress in his recovery from a left rib contusion and he'll take the next step in his rehab process Tuesday. The 34-year-old has missed the entirety of the 2024 season to this point and he'll still likely have a multi-outing rehab assignment before he'll be able to return to the major-league bullpen down the road.
Apr 24 2024Alexander (ribs) threw a successful 20-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander appears to be one step closer to beginning a rehab assignment following Tuesday's developments. Alexander spent over a month without throwing off a mound before starting a throwing program, so he should be in for multiple minor-league appearances whenever he is cleared for game action.
Apr 22 2024Alexanders (ribs) is tracking toward a rehab assignment sometime next week, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has been on the shelf since mid-March after being diagnosed with a left rib stress reaction. The veteran southpaw will probably make a handful of rehab appearances before being activated, but since he's a one-inning reliever it shouldn't be terribly long before he's back in the Athletics' bullpen.
Apr 15 2024Alexander (ribs) is projected to throw a bullpen session in coming days, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran remains without a timeline for return, but the bullpen session would mark his first time throwing off a mound since spring training. Alexander was diagnosed with a stress reaction in his left side in mid-March after three ragged Cactus League outings, and he'll almost certainly need an extensive rehab assignment whenever he's deemed ready to return to game action.
Mar 29 2024The Athletics placed Alexander on the 15-day injured list Thursday with a left rib contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to MLB.com, Alexander has been taking part in plyometric work since suffering the injury earlier this month, but he has yet to resume playing catch. Alexander won't require much buildup time as a matchup lefty who typically doesn't work more than an inning in his appearances, but he's still expected to be sidelined beyond the minimum 15 days.
Mar 25 2024Alexander, who's been sidelined with a left rib stress reaction, will progress to playing catch as his next step when he's ready, Jason Burke of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw was diagnosed in mid-March and didn't receive an initial recovery timetable, so Monday's report provides only marginally more information. Alexander is eventually expected to serve as a veteran left-handed presence in the sixth and seventh innings for the Athletics, acting as a bridge to the likes of Zach Jackson, Dany Jimenez and Mason Miller in the eighth and ninth frames.
Mar 15 2024A's manager Mark Kotsay said Friday that Alexander (ribs) isn't expected to resume mound work before the end of camp, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran left-hander was diagnosed with a left rib stress reaction after he struggled in three spring appearances, allowing eight earned runs over 2.1 innings. Alexander is now poised to begin the campaign on the injured list, and it's unclear how long he'll be unavailable.
Mar 14 2024Alexander is dealing with a stress reaction in his left rib and will be sidelined for an undetermined period of time, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw struggled across three Cactus League appearances, allowing eight earned runs on nine hits and a walk over 2.1 innings. Alexander's injury could sideline him into the early portion of the season, although more clarity could be gleaned on his potential return timetable in coming days.
Feb 14 2024Alexander signed a one-year contract with the Athletics on Wednesday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander is coming off a down 2023 campaign, having posted a 4.66 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 31:11 K:BB in 48.1 innings for the Giants. He entered last year with a career 3.00 ERA over parts of eight major-league seasons, however, so the A's will be hoping for something closer to that version. The sinkerballer will provide Oakland with a lefty relief option.
Sep 23 2023The Giants placed Alexander on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's an early shutdown for Alexander, who finishes with a 4.66 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 31:11 K:BB in 48.1 innings of work for San Francisco. The 34-year-old lefty reliever is scheduled to become a free agent this winter.
Sep 17 2023Alexander (7-3) allowed two unearned runs on one hit in two-thirds of an inning to take the loss in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader versus the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't a great first inning for the Giants overall, and their offense never caught up, leaving Alexander to take his first loss since Aug. 8. The southpaw hasn't strung together more than two scoreless appearances in a row since July, pitching to a rough 7.36 ERA and 2.05 WHIP over his last 14.2 innings. He's at a 4.47 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 29:11 K:BB through 46.1 innings overall, and he's added a save, eight holds and two blown saves this season.
Sep 16 2023Alexander will be the opener for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Rockies, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has been the first pitcher on the mound on seven previous occasions this season. Only once did he throw more than one inning in that role, and he never threw more than 1.2 frames. Expect a similarly brief outing Saturday before he turns the ball over to a bulk reliever, with Jakob Junis the most likely candidate.
Aug 28 2023Alexander (7-2) allowed two runs on three hits and a walk over 1.1 innings, earning the win Sunday over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander entered after Tristan Beck was pulled in the fifth inning. Alexander allowed an inherited runner to score in that frame and gave up a two-run home run to Marcell Ozuna in the sixth, but the Giants were able to hold the lead the rest of the way. Through 47 appearances, including seven as an opener, Alexander has a 4.46 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 24:11 K:BB over 40.1 innings. He's been particularly shaky in August with a 9.35 ERA and 2.65 WHIP over 8.2 innings this month, so it's unlikely he sees much late-inning work over the final month-plus of the campaign.
Aug 20 2023Alexander will start Sunday's game against the Phillies, Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has opened six times for the Giants this season and hasn't covered more than 1.2 frames in any of those outings. The left-hander has a 4.06 ERA through 44 appearances on the campaign and is likely good for a handful of outs Monday before giving way to bulk option Sean Manaea.
Aug 10 2023Alexander will serve as the Giants' opener Friday versus the Rangers, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ross Stripling had been projected to start, but he'll instead likely operate in bulk relief. This is the sixth opener assignment of the year for Alexander, who has posted an overall 4.01 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 18:7 K:BB across 33.2 innings (40 appearances) this season with San Francisco.
Aug 8 2023Alexander (6-2) took the loss Tuesday, allowing three runs on three hits and did not record an out in a 7-5 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was unable to register an out while serving as the Giants' opener Tuesday, surrendering a double and a pair of singles to his first three batters before quickly being replaced by Jakob Junis. Alexander has failed to complete a full inning in three straight appearances, a stretch in which he's allowed four runs on six hits without logging a single punchout.
Aug 2 2023Alexander will start Thursday's game against Arizona, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has seemingly fallen into a somewhat-regular role as an opener recently, as Thursday will mark his third start since July 24. The 34-year-old lefty holds a solid 3.13 ERA and 0.98 WHIP through 31.2 innings on the year and will likely only remain on the mound for an inning or two.
Jul 29 2023Alexander will start Sunday's game against the Red Sox, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander has opened two games for the Giants this season and will do so for the third time Sunday versus the Red Sox. Alexander has given up just two earned runs across his past 18 outings and has a 3.41 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 16:6 K:BB over 29 innings this season. Ross Stripling has struggled as a traditional starter and could handle the bulk role behind Alexander to close out the series against Boston.
Jul 24 2023Alexander (6-1) allowed two runs on two hits over two-thirds of an inning to take the loss Sunday. He did not walk or strike out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was the opener for the second time this season, but it ended up being a poor outing for the southpaw, as he gave up multiple runs for the first time since April 29. He's emerged as a somewhat high-leverage option for the Giants this season, logging seven holds and one save over 32 appearances, though he's far from challenging Camilo Doval for the closer role. Alexander now has a 3.62 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 15:6 K:BB through 27.1 innings and should return to his usual role going forward.
Jul 22 2023Alexander will serve as the Giants' opener Sunday versus the Nationals, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Anthony DeSclafani had been listed as the Giants' probable starter, but he will instead operate in bulk relief. Alexander, 34, carries a 3.04 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 15:6 K:BB in 26.2 innings (31 appearances) this season at the MLB level.
Jul 19 2023Alexander (6-0) allowed a hit and struck out three over one inning to earn the win Tuesday over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has allowed one unearned run in 3.2 innings since returning from a hamstring injury. The southpaw worked the sixth inning of a tie game Tuesday, and ended up with the win when the Giants pulled ahead in the seventh. Alexander continues to function well as a middle reliever with a 3.04 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 15:6 K:BB over 26.2 innings this season. He's picked up a save, seven holds and two blown saves, but he's usually only an emergency option for late-inning work.
Jul 4 2023San Francisco activated Alexander (hamstring) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander will return to the Giants' bullpen Tuesday against the Mariners after missing exactly 15 days with a left hamstring strain. The 33-year-old southpaw carries a 3.52 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 11:5 K:BB in 23 innings this season.
Jun 19 2023The Giants placed Alexander on the 15-day injured list Monday with a left hamstring strain, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was pulled from Sunday's game against the Dodgers with discomfort in his left hamstring -- an issue that has bothered him quite a bit recently. The 33-year-old lefty will now be sidelined for at least 15 days while Sean Hjelle returns from Triple-A Sacramento to take Alexander's spot in the bullpen.
Jun 18 2023Alexander (hamstring) will likely require a trip to the injured list, Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander exited Sunday's game against the Dodgers with left hamstring discomfort, an issue he's been dealing with for some time. He'll presumably be re-evaluated Monday before the Giants officially determine whether he'll require an IL stint, but Sean Hjelle was scratched from his minor-league start Sunday and is a candidate to be called up if Alexander is sidelined.
Jun 8 2023Alexander (5-0) earned the win, pitching a perfect inning versus the Rockies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander's racked up 9.1 consecutive scoreless innings over his last 10 appearances, and he's given up just two hits, a walk and one hit-by-pitch in that span. The southpaw's strong work has helped him move up the leverage ladder slightly, though the Giants have plenty of late-inning options that will generally keep him out of the conversation for saves. He has one save, six holds and two blown saves while posting a 3.57 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 11:4 K:BB over 22.2 innings this season.
May 24 2023Alexander will be the opener for Thursday's game against the Brewers, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander will work an inning or two before giving way to a bulk pitcher, which is likely to be Logan Webb. In 21 appearances thus far, Alexander has registered 4.42 ERA with a 9:4 K:BB over 18.1 innings.
May 22 2023Alexander earned a save against the Twins on Monday with a scoreless inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Giants closer Camilo Doval pitched both Saturday and Sunday, so Alexander was called upon in the ninth inning with his team up 4-1. The lefty hit the first batter he faced before inducing a double play and a lineout to wrap things up. Alexander isn't likely to see many more (if any) save chances this season, but he's been getting more high-leverage work of late, picking up three holds and two wins while allowing just one run over 7.1 frames over his past eight appearances.
May 20 2023Alexander (4-0) walked one without allowing a hit or run in two-thirds of an inning to earn the win Friday over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander inherited a runner on second base with one out when he relieved Anthony DeSclafani in the sixth inning. Alexander then walked Joey Wendle but retired the next two batters to end the threat with the Giants down 2-1, and they rallied ahead with a three-run inning. With one run allowed over his last 6.1 innings, Alexander is emerging as a sort of fireman in the San Francisco bullpen. He's at a 4.96 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 9:4 K:BB across 16.1 innings, but he's also picked up four holds and appears to have the trust of manager Gabe Kapler in a variety of situations. Alexander is unlikely to compete for saves.
May 15 2023Alexander (3-0) was awarded the win Monday over the Phillies. He pitched 1.1 perfect innings without striking out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jakob Junis allowed a run while completing the fifth inning after Alex Wood came up an out short of qualifying for the win. However, the official scorer deemed Alexander worthy of getting the decision. The southpaw has settled down a bit with one runs allowed over 4.2 innings across his last five outings. He has a 5.52 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 8:3 K:BB with three holds and two blown saves through 14.2 innings this season, though a pair of three-run meltdowns in late April have skewed his numbers.
Mar 18 2023Alexander has allowed one earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out five over four innings through four Cactus League appearances. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander saw limited time in 2022, but he found success with a 1.04 ERA and 0.75 WHIP across 17.1 innings. It's highly unlikely he repeats that over the course of a full season, but he could find some success as a middle reliever and occasional opener. The 33-year-old southpaw has amassed just 62.1 innings in the majors over the last four campaigns due to hand, forearm and shoulder injuries that have cost him large chunks of time.
Oct 1 2022Alexander will serve as the opener Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander threw 1.1 scoreless innings to begin Saturday's game against Arizona, and he'll likely pitch a similar amount Sunday. The Giants are poised to throw a bullpen game, and Sean Hjelle is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Sacramento to fill a long-relief role for the contest.
Sep 25 2022Alexander did not factor into the decision in one inning as the opener Sunday against Arizona. He allowed one hit and did not allow a walk or a run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander got the nod as the opener Sunday and recorded a scoreless inning, marking seven consecutive appearances without allowing a run. The 33-year-old has played a bit of a utility role for Arizona, as in the month of September, he has two saves, five holds and an appearance as the opener. In 10.2 innings this month, he owns a 1.76 ERA and 6:1 K:BB.
Sep 24 2022Alexander will start Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks as the opener, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jakob Junis hasn't had much success lately (7.13 ERA in his last five appearances), so manager Gabe Kapler will throw the lefty Alexander in front of Junis and give Arizona a couple different looks early. Alexander has been excellent since joining the major-league team in San Francisco (1.38 ERA, 0.77 WHIP), but he hasn't thrown more than 1.1 innings in an appearance.
Sep 20 2022Alexander earned a save against the Rockies on Monday, striking out one batter in a perfect 10th inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Usual closer Camilo Doval pitched a scoreless ninth inning to send the game to an extra frame, and Alexander got the call after San Francisco scored three times in the top of the 10th. The left-hander needed only nine pitches to retire the side in order and notch his second save. Both have come in the past eight days, and Alexander hasn't given up a run across four innings during that stretch.
Sep 12 2022Alexander earned a save against Atlanta on Monday, allowing one hit over 1.1 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander entered with two outs and the tying run at third base in the eighth inning. He got Matt Olson to fly out to end the threat, then navigated past a leadoff single in the ninth to complete his first save of the campaign. Alexander had seven career saves coming into Monday, but his last one was in 2018. The left-hander got the opportunity because regular closer Camilo Doval had pitched each of the past two days, so it's unlikely Alexander will see many save chances moving forward despite his impressive appearance Monday.
Sep 7 2022Alexander will start Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader in Milwaukee, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has given up one earned run across 5.1 innings for San Francisco this season and will make the second start of his career Thursday. The veteran left-hander should cover an inning or two before giving way to Jakob Junis.
Aug 26 2022Alexander's contract was selected from Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander joined the Giants on a minor-league contract in early May and struck out eight in 7.2 scoreless innings over seven relief appearances at Sacramento. He hasn't pitched in the majors since 2021 but will join the Giants' bullpen after Thomas Szapucki was sent down.
Nov 5 2021Alexander (shoulder) was outrighted off the Dodgers' 40-man roster Friday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander cruised to a 2.93 ERA in 15.1 innings in the early part of the season but wound up missing much of the year with shoulder inflammation. It's unclear whether or not he'll be back to 100 percent by the start of spring training.
Sep 18 2021Alexander (shoulder) will not return during the 2021 season, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has been sidelined since July 20 with inflammation in his shoulder, an issue that also affected him earlier in the season. He'll close the campaign with a 2.93 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 8:4 K:BB across 15.1 innings.
Sep 2 2021Alexander (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander continues to be bothered by a shoulder issue that has limited him since May, and with him still needing time to recover, the Dodgers moved him to the longer injured list to open up a spot on the 40-man roster for Andrew Vasquez. Alexander will still be eligible to return before the regular season ends, but it remains to be seen if he will do so.
Aug 25 2021Alexander (shoulder) continues to conduct his rehab program at the Dodgers' spring training facility in Arizona, but manager Dave Roberts said the lefty reliever is "a ways away" from coming off the 10-day injured list, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stephen suggests Alexander could be a candidate to move to the 60-day IL, in which case he wouldn't be eligible to return until the back half of September. Though Alexander hasn't been shut down, the fact that the Dodgers aren't yet mapping out a rehab assignment for him suggests he's at least a couple weeks away from a return in a best-case scenario.
Jul 20 2021Alexander was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with left shoulder inflammation, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander spent two months on the shelf with shoulder inflammation before rejoining the active roster in early July, but he's apparently not fully recovered from the issue. Alexander is without a timeline for his return since the severity of the aggravation remains unclear.
Jul 7 2021Alexander allowed two hits and a walk over two-thirds of an inning against Miami on Tuesday but did not give up any runs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander came on in the ninth inning of a tie game and allowed a single and a walk to the first two batters he faced. After striking out Joe Panik, Alexander allowed an infield single that loaded the bases. He then picked up another strikeout -- this time getting Jazz Chisholm swinging -- before giving way to Blake Treinen, who ended the frame by inducing a groundout. In two appearances since coming off the injured list Monday, Alexander has pitched 1.2 scoreless innings, allowing three hits and a walk while striking out three.
Jul 5 2021Alexander (shoulder) was reinstated from the 60-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander recorded a 2.31 ERA and 0.69 WHIP in 11.2 innings across his first 13 relief appearances of the season before he was placed on the injured list with left shoulder inflammation. The southpaw made six rehab appearances between Low-A Rancho Cucamonga and Triple-A Oklahoma City, and he could serve as one of the top left-handed options in the major-league bullpen now that he's healthy.
Jul 3 2021Alexander (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the injured list Monday or Tuesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was one of the Dodgers' better relievers in April, posting a 2.31 ERA in 11.2 innings of work before getting injured at the start of May. Once activated, he's likely to play a considerable role as one of the bullpen's best left-handed options.
Jun 28 2021Alexander (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list in early July, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander remains with Triple-A Oklahoma City for the time being, but manager Dave Roberts notes the southpaw will be ready for activation during the first week of July when he becomes eligible. He's been sidelined since May 1 due to left shoulder inflammation.
Jun 24 2021Alexander (shoulder) progressed to Triple-A Oklahoma City to continue his rehab assignment Thursday, Alex Freedman of Oklahoma City's broadcast team reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander began a rehab assignment on June 18 with Low-A Rancho Cucamonga. That stint appears to have gone as planned, and he's now expected to throw at some point in Oklahoma City's game Thursday. Alexander is eligible to return from the injured list in early July and appears on track for activation close to that time.
Jun 18 2021Alexander (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Low-A Rancho Cucamonga on Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has been on the injured list since early May due to left shoulder inflammation, but he threw live batting practice last weekend and will now progress to a rehab assignment. The southpaw isn't eligible to return from the 60-day IL until July 5, but he could rejoin the major-league club after a minimal stay on the injured list.
Jun 12 2021Alexander (shoulder) threw live batting practice Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was placed on the 10-day injured list in early May with left shoulder inflammation and was later transferred to the 60-day IL on June 9. Throwing to hitters Saturday marks a big step forward in his recovery as he continues to eye a return to the Dodgers' bullpen when he becomes eligible to be activated July 5.
Jun 9 2021The Dodgers transferred Alexander (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction opens up a spot on the 40-man roster for right-hander Tony Gonsolin (shoulder), who was activated from the 60-day IL ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday against the Pirates. Alexander, whose last appearance out of the Los Angeles bullpen came on May 1 before he was shut down with left shoulder inflammation, will now remain sidelined until at least early July.
Jun 5 2021Alexander (shoulder) has been rehabbing at the Dodgers' training facility in Arizona but has yet to throw a bullpen session, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander last pitched May 1 and isn't yet close to a return. Manager Dave Roberts recently indicated that the reliever will require a rehab assignment lasting at least one week when he is ready to return to game action.
May 14 2021Alexander (shoulder) won't be ready to return for 2-3 more weeks, Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander went on the injured list due to left shoulder inflammation in early May. His stay on the IL was originally expected to be brief, but the left-hander appears to have hit a roadblock in his recovery. in 11.2 innings this season, Alexander has allowed three earned runs while registering a 5:1 K:BB.
May 8 2021Alexander (shoulder) isn't expected to miss much more than the minimum 10 days while on the injured list, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander will be eligible to return Friday and is expected to return that day or not long after. He was having a strong season before his shoulder inflammation popped up, posting a 2.31 ERA and 0.69 WHIP through 11.2 innings.
May 6 2021Alexander was placed on the 10-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation Thursday, retroactive to May 3. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander was dealing with shoulder soreness in Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs, and he'll now miss additional time after he was diagnosed with inflammation. It's not yet clear when the left-hander will be able to return to the mound, but right-hander Joe Kelly (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move.
May 5 2021Alexander (shoulder) will be available in the bullpen Wednesday against the Cubs, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty reliever was unavailable for both games of Tuesday's doubleheader due to shoulder soreness, but manager Dave Roberts says he's recovered and is ready to pitch. Alexander has posted a 2.31 ERA in 11.2 innings with five strikeouts and one walk.
May 4 2021Alexander was unavailable for Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs due to unspecified soreness, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old likely would have pitched Tuesday if available, but Garrett Cleavinger ended up being the lefty called upon to close out Game 2 and take the loss in extras. Alexander should be considered day-to-day, but a trip to the injured list could be in the cards if he won't soon be cleared after the Dodgers utilized eight relievers during the twin bill.
Apr 18 2021Alexander (0-1) allowed one run (zero earned) while pitching two-thirds of an inning to take the loss against the Padres on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander recorded the last out of the seventh inning before the leadoff batter and eventual game-winning run in the eighth inning reached via error. Although he didn't allow any hits or walks, he was stuck with the loss. The 31-year-old only has one appearance this season where he allowed two runs to the Nationals, otherwise he has 4.1 scoreless innings. Alexander pitches for contact, recording only one strikeout this season.
Mar 30 2021Alexander has been awarded a spot in the Dodgers' Opening Day bullpen, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander will give the Dodgers a second matchup lefty out of the bullpen to complement Victor Gonzalez. Fellow southpaw David Price will serve as more of a multi-inning option. The 31-year-old Alexander saw his effectiveness wane during his third season with the Dodgers in 2020, giving up four runs on nine hits and nine walks over 12.1 innings.
Mar 21 2021Alexander has allowed three runs on seven hits and one walk in Cactus League play while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander is slated for a middle-relief role in the Dodgers' bullpen this season. He doesn't strike out many batters or get many holds, so he's a non-factor in fantasy leagues.
Dec 2 2020Alexander agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal with the Dodgers on Wednesday, avoiding arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was optioned Sept. 2 and left off the Dodgers' postseason roster, but the team still likes his outlook for the 2021 season. Alexander, 31, is arguably the best lefty groundball specialist in the game (career 70.9 GB%), which has allowed him to suppress runs without missing many bats (17.3 K% in 2020).
Sep 2 2020Alexander was optioned to the Dodgers' secondary training site Wednesday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander owns a strong 2.92 ERA in 12.1 innings of relief this season, though it comes with a rather worrisome 9:9 K:BB. The lefty should have a good chance to return to the active roster at some point down the stretch, but he'll make way for Walker Buehler (hand) for now, who returned from the injured list in a corresponding move.
Aug 16 2020Alexander (1-0) allowed one run on three hits over two innings to earn the win Sunday versus the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander pitched the sixth and seventh innings, with the only damage against him being a Brian Goodwin solo shot in the sixth. That homer was the first earned run allowed by Alexander in 7.1 innings this season. He has a 1.23 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and seven strikeouts in seven appearances.
Jul 23 2020Alexander (undisclosed) is part of the Dodgers' Opening Day roster. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander's inclusion comes as a bit of a surprise since he was a late arrival to camp and did not participate in any of the team's three exhibition contests. It remains to be seen whether the southpaw will be ready to pitch immediately or will need a few more days before the team is comfortable sending him to the mound in a game situation.
Jul 21 2020Alexander (undisclosed) tossed a simulated inning Monday, but his status for Opening Day remains in question, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander did not report to camp until July 13 and has yet to throw in a game setting, so he may need extra time to ramp up before pitching in a regular-season contest. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that the team has yet to make a decision on Alexander's next steps, casting doubt on the reliever's status for Opening Day.
Jul 14 2020Alexander (undisclosed) arrived at the Dodgers' camp Monday, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander wasn't in camp over the first several weeks for an undisclosed reason. The 31-year-old also reportedly threw a brief bullpen session Monday. While it's encouraging to see Alexander on the mound, whether he'll be ready for Opening Day on July 23 remains to be seen.
Jul 7 2020Manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday that Alexander hasn't reported to camp yet, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Roberts couldn't provide a reason for Alexander's absence, and it's unclear whether the absence is related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It remains to be seen when the southpaw will join the team and whether his absence will impact his availability for the start of the regular season.
Mar 11 2020Alexander (hand) has made three Cactus League appearances, allowing one run on one hit and one walk while striking out two batters in three innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander's 2019 campaign ended early due to a nerve issue in his left hand, but he appears healthy this spring as he attempts to nail down a spot in the big-league bullpen. He gave up a home run to Nolan Arenado in his last outing but has otherwise held opponents without a hit. The southpaw was a workhorse for the Dodgers two seasons ago, leading the team with 73 appearances in relief, and could fill a prominent role this season as a groundball specialist.
Dec 1 2019Alexander (hand) agreed to a one-year, $875K contract Sunday to avoid arbitration with the Dodgers, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander's tenure with the Dodgers has fared pretty well so far and so it makes sense why the ballclub decided to bring him back instead of making him a non-tendered player. His season was cut very short in 2019 due to a season-ending forearm issue with his pitching arm but has put up a 3.67 ERA over 83.1 innings the last two seasons and remains one of the best ground-ball specialist relievers in the game. Arbitration contracts do not become completely guaranteed until the start of the regular season, so the Dodgers could decide to let Alexander go still if his recovery doesn't go well or if they just don't have a spot for him on their 40-man roster.
Sep 12 2019Alexander (forearm) underwent surgery to address a nerve issue in his left hand, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander has been on the shelf since early June with left forearm inflammation as well as nerve and thumb issues. It's unclear how long the southpaw will be sidelined following the procedure, though he's already been ruled out for the remainder of the season.
Sep 1 2019Manager Dave Roberts said Alexander (forearm) won't be activated off the 60-day injured list this season, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.
Jul 20 2019Alexander remains shut down with nerve and thumb issues, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Alexander is now dealing with a thumb issue in addition to his arm issue and he will not return until after the All-Star break, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 25 2019Alexander (forearm) will face hitters at the Dodgers' spring training facility this week in preparation for a rehab assignment, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 25 2019Alexander (forearm) will face hitters at the Dodgers' spring training facility in preparation of a rehab assignment, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Alexander (forearm) could begin a rehab assignment next week, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Alexander (forearm) will do some light throwing Saturday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Alexander was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday due to left forearm inflammation, retroactive to June 8, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Alexander has been recently dealing with left hip tightness, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2018Alexander picked up the save against the Angels on Friday, working around two hits to fire a scoreless ninth inning and close out the Dodgers' 3-2 victory. He didn't record a strikeout or a walk.Kenley Jansen got the day off, leaving the door open for Alexander to come in and get his first save of the season. The left-hander is having a solid campaign with a 3.40 ERA in 42.1 innings, but Jansen is one of the best closers in baseball, so this shouldn't be considered more than a spot appearance.
Jun 26 2018Alexander gave up two hits over a scoreless inning en route to his seventh hold of the season in Monday's 2-1 win over the Cubs.Alexander has looked like a different pitcher since returning from the minors May 9, posting a 2.01 ERA with 19 strikeouts and six holds over 22.1 innings. With Tony Cingrani (shoulder) still mending on the disabled list, Alexander has taken over as the Dodgers' top left-handed option out of the bullpen.
Jun 1 2018Alexander will start Friday against the Rockies.Dennis Santana was the mix for this opportunity but the Dodgers ultimately decided to have Alexander head up this bullpen game. Alexander will likely be limited to only an inning or two -- he hasn't thrown more than 27 pitches in an appearance with the big-league team this season -- in his first career start at the major-league level.
May 9 2018Alexander was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.Alexander was summoned back to the big club to offer an arm from the left side while Tony Cingrani (shoulder) -- who was sent to the disabled list in a corresponding move -- remains sidelined. The 28-year-old struggled to a 6.35 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and 7:9 K:BB through 11.1 innings with the big club earlier in the year, however, he tossed four scoreless innings with a 5:1 K:BB after being sent to the minors.
Apr 12 2018Alexander gave up two runs on two hits and a walk in Wednesday's 16-6 loss to Oakland.It wasn't a great night for many Dodger pitchers, but this was the second time Alexander has given up multiple runs through five appearances. The 28-year-old has struggled with his control (six walks through 4.1 innings), but he has maintained his extreme groundball tendencies (10.0 GB/FB ratio). Alexander figures to turn things around after posting a 2.48 ERA and 3.27 FIP over 69.0 innings with the Royals last season, but he is currently behind Tony Cingrani on the Dodgers' depth chart in terms of left-handed relievers slated for late-inning appearances.
Jan 4 2018Alexander was traded to the Dodgers on Thursday as part of a three-team deal, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.The Dodgers also received minor-league infielder Jake Peter in the deal, while shipping Luis Avilan to the White Sox and minor leaguers Erick Mejia and Trevor Oaks to the Royals. Alexander -- who is one of the premier groundball relievers in baseball -- will likely fill the left-handed relief role that Tony Watson excelled in last season. The former Royal posted a 2.48 ERA and and 59:28 K:BB in 69 innings of relief last season.
Sep 13 2017Alexander (4-4) landed in the loss column after allowing two runs on two hits and a walk while recording just two outs Wednesday against the White Sox.The Royals were planning to rest Alexander due to a heavy workload recently, but he was thrust into action after Eric Skoglund -- who lasted just three innings as the starter -- forced manager Ned Yost to burn through his bullpen. Alexander hadn't allowed a run in 17 straight appearances leading up to Wednesday, and he still owns a shiny 2.26 ERA through 63.2 innings this season, so the 28-year-old should continue to hold down the ninth inning for Kansas City down the stretch.
Sep 12 2017Alexander worked around a pair of hits with a strikeout in an inning of work to record his fourth save of the season Tuesday against the White Sox.Alexander allowed the first two men to reach in this one, putting the tying run at third with nobody out. He bounced back to strike out Yoan Moncada before getting a double-play ball from Matt Davidson to end the game. Alexander is now the owner of a shiny 2.00 ERA and appears to be the preferred option for saves at the moment.
Sep 8 2017Alexander will see more chances out of the ninth inning in the near future, following manager Ned Yost's removal of Kelvin Herrera from the closer's role prior to Friday's contest, Jeffrey Flanagan of MLB.com reports.Alexander has picked up three saves throughout the course of the 2017 season, all coming within the past three weeks as Kelvin Herrara has continued to struggle and nurse a forearm injury. Yost stated that Brandon Maurer, Mike Minor and Alexander will split the duties moving forward, and although it remains to be seen how that will eventually shake out, it appears as though Maurer will get the first crack at the job, as he's recorded 21 saves during his time between San Diego and Kansas City this season. During 48 relief appearances for Alexander, he's posted a 2.12 ERA and 1.23 WHIP this year.
Sep 5 2017Alexander picked up a one-out save Monday against the Tigers, his third of the season.Alexander cleaned things up for Brandon Maurer, who handed him the ball with the tying run at second base in a one-run game. The 32-year-old reliever needed just four pitches to end the contest, inducing a game-ending groundout from the only batter he faced (Mikie Mahtook). This marked Alexander's second save in the past four games, and it appears he could be in line for more opportunities with Kelvin Herrera (forearm) and Joakim Soria (oblique) both on the shelf with injuries. He has posted a 2.18 ERA and 49:22 K:BB in 57.2 innings out of the bullpen this season.
Sep 3 2017Alexander (4-3) picked up the win after striking out two of the three batters he faced Sunday in Minnesota.As the club makes its final push toward the playoffs, Alexander has surprisingly become a key player out of the Royals' bullpen. Over his last 12 games (eight innings), the southpaw hasn't allowed a run while tallying four holds, two saves and a win. Manager Ned Yost will keep going to the well as long as it works, so Alexander is a solid play for those in deep leagues that value such relievers.
Sep 1 2017Alexander picked up a one-out save Friday night against the Twins, his second.Alexander was picking up the mess left by Kelvin Herrera (and an error from second baseman Whit Merrifield). He walked Jorge Polanco but struck out Eddie Rosario to end the game. Alexander owns a 2.24 ERA and is likely the next choice for manager Ned Yost whenever Herrera is ineffective or unavailable.
Aug 23 2017Alexander got the final out of Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Rockies to pick up his first career big-league save.Kelvin Herrera left the game with two outs and the bases loaded due to forearm tightness, and with Brandon Maurer struggling recently and Mike Minor having pitched earlier in the night, it was Alexander who got the call to finish things. If Herrera's injury proves to be a serious one, however, don't expect Alexander to factor into the ninth-inning mix on a regular basis.
Aug 12 2017Alexander (3-3) was charged with his second blown save Saturday, but picked up the win after Melky Cabrera's two-run homer in the top of the eighth inning led the Royals to a 5-4 win over the White Sox.The 27-year-old owns an impressive 2.63 ERA through a career-high 34 games this season, but Alexander's performance has fallen off in recent weeks. In his last seven outings, the left-hander has surrendered five runs on 18 hits and two walks while blowing two saves.
Jul 22 2017Alexander (2-3) picked up Saturday's win over the White Sox after stranding two inherited runners in his only inning of work.With Chicago threatening to push their lead to 4-0, Alexander stepped in and delivered a motivating effort in relief of starter Jason Vargas. The Royals went on to score five runs in the bottom of the sixth, giving Alexander his second win this month. Now in his third MLB season, the southpaw has logged a career-high 27 appearances and 39 innings while posting an impressive 2.08 ERA.
Jul 8 2017Alexander has a 1.89 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with 27 strikeouts across 33.1 innings this season.The left-hander has seen higher leverage situations since coming off the disabled list in early June, but has only recorded two holds. Alexander will often stretch beyond an inning for the Royals, and has done so in 14 of his 22 appearances this season. The 27-year-old could see more high pressure situations, but is unlikely to unseat Mike Minor as Kansas City's top left-handed option out of the bullpen.
Jun 7 2017Alexander (hamstring) in nearing a return to the Royals' bullpen, Rustin Dodd of The Kansas City Star reports.The left-hander logged a scoreless appearance for Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday, and he's slated to pitch again Wednesday. Manager Ned Yost was pleased with the 27-year-old's progress, and Alexander should be ready for activation once he passes the back-to-back challenge.
Jun 7 2017Alexander (hamstring) was reinstated from the 10-day disabled list Wednesday.Alexander had been out for almost a full month since being placed on the disabled list in early May with a right hamstring strain. He will return to the Royals bullpen where the left-hander has tossed 14.1 innings this season, to a tune of a 1.26 ERA.
May 26 2017Alexander (hamstring) is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha on Friday, Jeffrey Flanagan of MLB.com reports.Alexander, who has posted a very respectable 1.26 ERA over 14.1 innings of relief this season, could make his return to the Royals' bullpen within the next week if all goes according to plan. He may need to pitch a couple of innings with Omaha as he gets back to full strength, but expect a firmer timetable to come down from the team in the near future.