Ryne Stanek
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May 12 2025Stanek (1-3) struck out two in a perfect eighth inning Sunday to pick up the win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the score tied 2-2, the right-hander breezed through Chicago's 9-1-2 hitters on 11 pitches (eight strikes) before the Mets' offense erupted for four runs in the bottom of the frame. After a rough end to the month of April that included three straight losses and blown saves, Stanek has yet to allow a run in May, posting a 5:0 K:BB over five scoreless innings as he re-establishes himself as a reliable high-leverage option for the Mets.
May 1 2025Stanek (0-3) blew the save and took the loss Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, giving up two runs on three hits in two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Entering the game with one out in the seventh inning to protect a 1-0 lead, Stanek gave up three straight hits to put Arizona ahead for good. The right-hander has fallen apart at the end of April, giving up at least one run in four of his last five appearances and taking both the loss and a blown save in three straight trips to the mound. The collapse has left Stanek with a 5.06 ERA, 1.69 WHIP and 10:6 K:BB through 10.2 innings on the season, and even with A.J. Minter (lat) on the shelf, the former may be removed from high-leverage duties until he turns things around.
Apr 7 2025Stanek picked up the save in Monday's 2-0 victory over Miami, pitching a clean inning with a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran reliever secured the save efficiently, throwing just nine pitches -- eight of which were strikes -- to retire the side in order. Edwin Diaz is still firmly planted the Mets' closer but earned Monday off after firing 34 pitches over back-to-back outings the previous two days. However, this outing is a good indicator that Stanek would be next in line for save chances if anything happens to Diaz.
Feb 28 2025Stanek is expected to handle eighth-inning duties alongside A.J. Minter (hip) in front of Mets closer Edwin Diaz, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek didn't exactly thrive during his time in New York in 2024 after being acquired from Seattle, posting a 6.06 ERA with a win and three holds in 17 regular-season appearances, but his 23:8 K:BB over 16.1 innings was enough to convince the Mets to bring him back on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million with incentives. The 33-year-old has been an effective setup man in the past, recording 38 holds with a 2.41 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 145:68 K:BB over 123 innings in 2021-22 for the Astros. If Stanek struggles in a high-leverage role this season, Reed Garrett, Dedniel Nunez (elbow) and Jose Butto are all candidates to step into his spot.
Jan 29 2025The Mets re-signed Stanek to a one-year, $4.5 million contract Wednesday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He can earn an additional $500,000 in incentives. Stanek was acquired by the Mets at the 2024 trade deadline and, between the regular and postseason, held a 5.18 ERA but a 31:11 K:BB over 24.1 innings for them. The right-handed reliever will help set up ahead of closer Edwin Diaz for New York in 2025.
Jul 26 2024The Mariners traded Stanek to the Mets on Friday for Rhylan Thomas, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek's spot in Seattle's bullpen was in jeopardy after the Mariners acquired Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays earlier Friday, and the former will now call New York his new home. Stanek has struggled in his eight outings in July, allowing five runs on five hits and six walks and striking out eight over 5.2 innings while registering two blown saves and a loss. Across his 46 outings for the season, Stanek has a 4.38 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 15 holds and seven saves across 39 innings. The 33-year-old right-hander will provide depth out of the Mets' bullpen and figures to be the second closer behind Edwin Diaz.
Jul 23 2024Stanek recorded a hold in a loss to the Angels on Monday, allowing an earned run on two walks over one-third of an inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek had another worrisome outing, yet he still came out of it with a counting stat in the form of his 15th hold of the season. The right-hander took his third loss against the Astros on Saturday after blowing a 2-1 lead; Monday, he walked the first two batters he faced before striking out Nolan Schanuel prior to being swapped out for Andres Munoz, who gave up a game-tying sacrifice fly to Taylor Ward that resulted in a run being charged to Stanek. The 32-year-old Stanek has now allowed at least one earned run in three consecutive appearances, the first time that's transpired this season.
Jul 21 2024Stanek (6-3) was charged with the loss against the Astros on Saturday, allowing two earned runs on two hits and a walk over two-thirds of an inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was making his first appearance since being pulled due to back spasms from an outing against the Angels in the final game before the All-Star break. The right-hander was tasked with preserving a 2-1 lead when entering in the seventh, but he immediately faltered by walking Jeremy Pena and then allowing a go-ahead two-run home run to Jake Meyers. The light-hitting Mariners were never able to make up the deficit, saddling Stanek with his second loss in the last three decisions. Stanek was able to throw 25 pitches overall, so unless reports indicating otherwise emerge, it appears his ineffectiveness Saturday was unrelated to any aggravation of the injury.
Jul 15 2024Stanek's exit from Sunday's game against the Angels after facing just one batter was due to back spasms, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek issued a four-pitch walk to Mickey Moniak and was then visited by manager Scott Servais and a trainer before being pulled from the game. Servais subsequently clarified that back spasms were the source of the abrupt exit but did not provide any semblance of a return timetable for Stanek. The right-hander will naturally have an opportunity to recover during the All-Star break, but whether that will be enough time for Stanek to regain full health remains to be seen.
Jul 14 2024Stanek left Sunday's game against the Angels after walking the first batter he faced in the eighth inning on four straight balls, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek came on in the eighth to protect a 2-0 lead after Logan Gilbert fired seven scoreless frames. All four of Stanek's pitches were well off the plate, and he left with a trainer. Andres Munoz, who was already the top Mariners reliever to roster in fantasy, should get the save chances going forward.
Jul 8 2024Stanek blew the save Sunday against Toronto, allowing one run on two hits and a walk with a strikeout over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek took the mound in the seventh inning, inheriting a pair of runners with no outs and a 4-1 lead. After striking out Kevin Kiermaier, Stanek surrendered a three-run home run to George Springer, tying the game and resulting in the blown save. Stanek briefly took closing duties from Andres Munoz in mid June while Munoz dealt with a back injury, but Stanek has since yielded ninth-inning work to Munoz.
Jul 5 2024Stanek (6-2) got the win over the Orioles on Thursday, firing a clean seventh inning during which he recorded two strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek entered the game a bit earlier than customary and delivered a crisp 11-pitch effort that saw him locate nine of his offerings for strikes. The hard-throwing right-hander then became the pitcher of record when the Mariners broke open a 2-2 tie with a five-run inning in the home half of the frame. Stanek's six victories are a career high, and the ultra-efficient outing against a dangerous offense was a welcome sight after the Twins had touched him up for two runs over one inning in his most recent appearance Sunday.
Jul 1 2024Stanek (5-2) took the loss Sunday against the Twins, allowing two runs on two hits over an inning's work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek entered in the eighth with the game tied at 3-3 after the Mariners were able to knot things up in the bottom of the seventh. He picked up a quick first out but then allowed a base knock followed by a two-run homer to Trevor Larnach, which ultimately decided the game. Sunday ended an 8.2 innings scoreless streak for Stanek, which spanned 10 games. He compiled three saves, two holds and two wins while owning an 11:1 K:BB during that period. The 32-year-old has been dependable for much of the year, owning a 3.78 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 36:11 K:BB in 33.1 innings.
Jun 29 2024Stanek (5-1) got the extra-inning win over the Twins on Friday, firing a perfect 10th inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek followed Andres Munoz after the latter had fired a perfect ninth frame, and the former was able to match his high-leverage mate in caliber of performance while also earning the win. Stanek needed just nine pitches, six which he located for strikes, to get through his inning, setting down Max Kepler, Manuel Margot and Christian Vazquez in order. The veteran right-hander's pristine effort was an extension of his recent run of excellence, one that's seen him pitch 8.2 consecutive scoreless innings during which he's generated an 11:1 K:BB, two wins, two holds and three saves across 10 appearances.
Jun 15 2024Stanek allowed a hit but was not charged with a run over one-third of an inning, earning the save in Saturday's 7-5 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Eduard Bazardo struggled in the ninth inning after being brought in with a six-run lead. He gave up three runs and Stanek allowed one inherited runner to score before getting Corey Seager on a groundout to end the contest. Stanek is gaining an increasingly notable role in the Mariners' bullpen, having earned four saves over his last six appearances, though he likely got this opportunity because Andres Munoz had pitched the last two days. Stanek is up to seven saves with a 4.00 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 28:10 K:BB over 27 innings. At this point, the Mariners' closer situation should be considered a committee between Stanek and Munoz, with the latter likely to receive assignments in the highest-leverage spots.
Jun 14 2024Stanek allowed a hit in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Friday's 3-2 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was the second outing in a row that Stanek closed, though it's likely because manager Scott Servais deployed Andres Munoz against the top of the Rangers' lineup in the eighth inning. Stanek has kept runs off the board in eight of his last nine outings, though the exception was a three-run meltdown versus the Royals on June 7. He's pitched to a 4.05 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 28:10 K:BB with six saves, 10 holds and two blown saves over 26.2 innings. Stanek's numbers aren't dominant, but he's done well enough to remain in the high-leverage mix. Munoz is still the primary closer, but Servais may be leaning toward a committee approach in the late innings during a busy stretch in which the Mariners play 22 games in 23 days.
Jun 11 2024Stanek pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek earned the win Monday after the Mariners won in walk-off fashion, and he was able to protect a lead Tuesday. The right-hander has pitched back-to-back days twice in the last week, while Andres Munoz, who recently dealt with a back injury, has taken the mound just once in that span. Stanek has had mixed results as a setup man in 2024, posting a 4.21 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 28:10 K:BB over 25.2 innings while adding five saves, 10 holds and two blown saves.
Jun 7 2024Stanek (3-1) blew the save and took the loss Friday against the Royals. He allowed three runs on two hits and three walks over two-thirds of an inning with no strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek entered the ninth with a two-run lead in place of Andres Munoz (back) and melted down in epic fashion. The 32-year-old righty struggled with his command, issuing three walks in an appearance for the first time this season en route to his second blown save. With the three-run outing, his ERA and WHIP rose to 4.56 and 1.35, respectively. Despite the ugly evening, Stanek is likely still in-line for Seattle saves provided that Munoz is unavailable.
Jun 1 2024Stanek (3-0) got the win over the Angels on Friday, firing a perfect eighth inning during which he recorded two strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek came into the game tasked with preserving a newly minted 4-4 tie and quickly retired Luis Rengifo, Mickey Moniak and Taylor Ward -- the latter two on swinging strikeouts. The veteran right-hander then became the pitcher of record when Ty France slugged a go-ahead home run in the home half of the frame. Stanek now has four consecutive two-strikeout, one-inning appearances, and he's posted a 2-0 record with a 2.70 ERA, 0.45 WHIP, one save and two holds in his last seven outings overall.
May 29 2024Stanek earned the save in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Astros after pitching a perfect ninth and striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek got the call for the save opportunity with Andres Munoz unavailable having worked the previous two days. The former Astro would go on to strike out Alex Bregman and Jake Meyers before getting Jon Singleton to fly out to end the game. It was Stanek's third save of the year and his first since April 12 and he's now struck out six batters over his last three innings. For the year, the 32-year-old owns a 4.26 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 21:6 K:BB in 19 innings.
May 19 2024Stanek (2-0) got the win against the Orioles on Saturday, firing a scoreless two-thirds of an inning while recording a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hard-throwing reliever finished out the seventh inning after Gabe Speier had put two men on via a hit and a walk, retiring Adley Rutschman and Ryan O'Hearn via a strikeout and groundout, respectively, to preserve a 2-2 tie. Stanek eventually became the pitcher of record when the Mariners took a lead in the top of the eighth that held for the last two frames, giving him his second win of the campaign. The veteran right-hander pitched to an unsightly 9.00 ERA across the seven appearances he logged between April 25 and Monday, but he's now generated consecutive scoreless outings.
May 8 2024Stanek (1-0) got the win against the Twins on Tuesday, recording a strikeout over a scoreless two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek got his first victory in a Mariners uniform on just 11 pitches, entering the game after Tayler Saucedo suffered a knee injury covering first base. Stanek got the last two outs in the eighth and then became the pitcher of record when Seattle snapped a 6-6 tie with a four-run rally in the ninth. The veteran right-hander has bounced back from a three-appearance stretch where he allowed at least one run to contribute consecutive scoreless outings.
Apr 12 2024Stanek picked up the save Friday against the Cubs. He pitched one inning, allowing one run on one hit with no walks and no strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek collected the save Friday night after Mariners manager Scott Servais elected to use Andres Munoz in the eighth inning. However, Munoz was tasked with retiring the heart of the Cubs lineup (Seiya Suzuki, Cody Bellinger and Christopher Morel), leaving the bottom of the order for Stanek in the ninth. Stanek should collect additional saves going forward as it has become clear Munoz is Servais' reliever of choice for high-leverage situations instead being of a traditional closer.
Apr 7 2024Stanek is the likely option to handle a save opportunity should one arise Sunday in Milwaukee since Andres Munoz is unavailable, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Munoz pitched the first two games of the series and won't be available for the finale, opening the door for Stanek to potentially fill in as Seattle's closer. Stanek already has one save and one hold this season, and he appears to be the favored option behind Munoz while Matt Brash (elbow) and Gregory Santos (lat) are sidelined.
Apr 1 2024Stanek notched a save Monday against the Guardians, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Andres Munoz is expected to be Seattle's primary closer, but he was deployed in the eighth inning Monday to face the heart of Cleveland's order. That left the ninth to Stanek, who looked very closer-like in slamming the door with a 1-2--3 frame for his fifth career save. Munoz should still get the bulk of the save opportunities for the Mariners this season, but his usage Monday suggests that others will get an opportunity from time to time when the situation calls for Munoz to enter earlier than the ninth.
Mar 30 2024Stanek was credited with a hold in the win over the Red Sox on Friday, allowing a hit and a walk over two-thirds of a scoreless inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was far from his sharpest, but the veteran setup man managed to prevent any damage to the Mariners' razor-thin one-run lead in the eighth with the help of Andres Munoz, who closed out the frame with runners on the corners. The fact Stanek was a bit rusty -- he threw just seven of 17 pitches for strikes -- isn't necessarily surprising, considering he worked just three innings for the Mariners in Cactus League play after being acquired from the Astros on March 8.
Mar 8 2024Stanek agreed to a contract with the Mariners on Friday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek tallied 38 holds and a 2.41 ERA for the Astros between 2021 and 2022 but took a step back last season with just three hold and a 4.09 ERA in 55 outings. The veteran righty should fill a middle relief role for the Mariners in 2024.
Oct 19 2023Stanek earned the win in Thursday's 10-3 victory over the Rangers in Game 3 of the ALCS, throwing just under a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek required minimal effort to secure a win, throwing a single pitch to induce a double play to end the inning. The team would then go on to stack up four runs to break the tie in the following inning, leaving Stanek with the decision. Stanek is now up to three wins for his career in the postseason, during which he has pitched to a robust 2.00 ERA and 0.72 WHIP with 20 strikeouts across 18 innings.
Sep 29 2023Houston placed Stanek on the paternity list Friday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek will miss at least a portion of the Astros' final regular-season series against the Diamondbacks as he welcomes a new addition to his growing family. Seth Martinez has been called up in a corresponding move.
Sep 22 2023The Astros reinstated Stanek (ankle) from the 15-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was placed on the injured list Sept. 5 with a right ankle sprain after having to be carted off the field the day before. Since then, he's pitched a scoreless inning with Triple-A Sugar Land and is now ready to return to Houston's bullpen as a middle reliever. Joel Kuhnel was optioned to Sugar Land in a corresponding move.
Sep 18 2023Stanek (ankle) will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Sugar Land, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek landed on the injured list earlier this month with a sprained ankle, but he has made good progress since and is ready to resuming pitching in games. If all goes well Tuesday, he could be activated Wednesday when first eligible, or shortly thereafter.
Sep 13 2023Stanek (ankle) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek landed on the 15-day injured list after spraining his right ankle early last week, but it's looking like he'll have a shot to return when his 15 days are up. He holds a 4.07 ERA and 49:21 K:BB over 48.2 innings this season.
Sep 5 2023Stanek was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a right ankle sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander suffered the injury while covering first base during Monday's win over the Rangers and will be sidelined for at least the next couple weeks. It's unclear how long Stanek is expected to be sidelined, but he'll be eligible to be reinstated Sept. 20.
Sep 4 2023Stanek suffered an ankle injury during Monday's game against the Rangers, Julia Morales of AT&T SportsNet Southwest reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek went down hard after covering first base, and he was eventually carted off the field. It would be a huge loss for the Astros if he's forced to miss significant time, as he's posted a 1.86 ERA and 0.62 WHIP with a 9:0 K:BB over his last 10 appearances and has been a key contributor out of Houston's bullpen.
Jun 16 2023Stanek was activated from the family medical emergency list Friday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek had been away from the Astros since last weekend while tending to family matters. He returns to a 4.57 ERA and 21:14 K:BB over 21.2 innings.
Jun 10 2023Stanek was placed on the bereavement/family emergency list by Houston on Saturday, Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek will get away from the Astros for a few days while dealing with more important matters. Houston will announce a corresponding transaction before Sunday's game against the Guardians.
Jan 13 2023Stanek signed a one-year, $3.6 million contract with Houston on Friday to avoid arbitration, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his final year of arbitration eligibility, Stanek receives a healthy raise from his $2.1 million salary last season. The 31-year-old reliever was impressive out of the bullpen in 2022, posting a miniscule 1.15 ERA and 1.23 WHIP over 54.2 innings.
Jul 4 2022Stanek (1-0) allowed a walk in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the win Monday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek entered the game in the ninth inning with the score knotted at six and earned his first win of the season when Yordan Alvarez homered in the bottom of the frame. Stanked turned in his 24th consecutive scoreless appearance and has maintained a 24:9 K:BB across 20 innings in that span. Stanek has an excellent 0.67 ERA with eight holds on the season, though he is likely to be limited to a setup role.
Apr 18 2022Stanek did not allow a baserunner or strike out any hitters in a scoreless inning Sunday against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was dealing with tightness in his back throughout the weekend series, but he was able to take the mound in the finale. His performance wasn't particularly notable, as the Astros were down 7-2 when he entered the game. However, with Ryan Pressly (knee) on the injured list, Stanek is a potential source of saves in the short term.
Apr 16 2022Stanek is experiencing some tightness in his back Saturday but is available to pitch against the Mariners, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Save chances are available temporarily in Houston with Ryan Pressly on the injured list due to right knee inflammation. Stanek is one of the top candidates for those opportunities but might not get them if he's not at full strength, especially as he may be behind Hector Neris on the depth chart even if fully healthy.
Mar 22 2022Stanek and the Astros agreed to terms on a one-year, $2.1 million deal Tuesday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The agreement means the two sides won't have to go through arbitration. Stanek will receive a $1 million raise following a season in which he struck out 28.6 percent of opposing batters en route to a 3.42 ERA.
Oct 16 2021Stanek (1-0) tossed a third of a perfect inning to earn the win in Game 1 of the ALCS against the Red Sox on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was called upon to record the final out in the top of the seventh inning Friday, and he picked up his second win of the 2021 postseason. The righty has recorded a 0.75 WHIP in 2.2 scoreless innings across his four playoff starts this year.
Oct 8 2021Stanek (1-0) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out two in a scoreless seventh inning to earn the win against the White Sox in Game 2 of the ALDS on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek put runners on first and second base after he struck out the first two batters he faced Friday, but he forced a lineout to end the inning. The right-hander earned three wins during the regular season and picked up his first win of the postseason since the Astros plated five runs in the bottom of the seventh. The 30-year-old should continue to serve as a setup man during the playoffs.
Sep 23 2021Stanek was reinstated from the paternity list Thursday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was away from the team for three days, but he'll be available out of the bullpen in Thursday's series finale against the Angels. Right-hander Josh James was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land to make room on the active roster.
Sep 20 2021Stanek landed on the paternity list Monday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Players typically spend three days on paternity leave, so Stanek will likely return Thursday. Brandon Bielak was recalled to take his place on the roster.
Sep 5 2021Stanek (1-4) allowed one earned run on one hit in one-third of an inning, taking the loss to the Padres on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek relieved Kendall Graveman with one out in the ninth inning. He retired the first batter and needed just one final out to force extra innings. However, he surrendered the game-winning home run by Jake Cronenworth. The 29-year-old had five straight scoreless appearances prior to Sunday's loss. He has a 3.86 ERA and 1.23 WHIP with 73 strikeouts in 58.1 innings this season.
Aug 8 2021Stanek allowed one hit and struck out one over a scoreless seventh inning to pick up his 14th hold in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second straight game, manager Dusty Baker deployed a bullpen alignment of Stanek, Kendall Graveman and Ryan Pressly for innings seven through nine. While his ERA sits at 3.72, Stanek has been consistent overall out of the bullpen and has earned a role pitching in the final third of games. Aside from two outings in which he allowed a combined nine runs in 1.1 innings, Stanek has posted a 2.11 ERA with 58 strikeouts over the other 47 innings pitched.
Aug 4 2021Stanek struck out one over a scoreless ninth inning to pick up his second save in a 3-0 win over the Dodgers on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Ryan Pressly on the paternity list, the Astros did not have their closer available and were forced to improvise. This seemed like an ideal spot for the recently acquired Kendall Graveman, but manager Dusty Baker had the former Mariners closer pitch the eighth inning against the heart of the Los Angeles order.
Jul 20 2021Stanek allowed one run on one hit and two walks while striking out two over the eighth inning in Monday's 4-3 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was called upon to shepherd a two-run lead to closer Ryan Pressly, but he ran into trouble by walking two batters. After allowing a run on a single, he was able to strike out Bradley Zimmer on five pitches to record his 12th hold of the season. Other than a five-run kerfuffle against the Orioles on June 29, Stanek has been a trusted late-inning source out of the bullpen for Houston since mid-June. He entered Monday's contest having held the opposition scoreless in 12 of his last 13 appearances.
Jun 3 2021Stanek fired a perfect eighth inning to earn a hold in Wednesday's win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek retired the heart of the Red Sox's lineup in order to keep the three-run lead intact. The 29-year-old has a 3.24 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 25 innings. Besides a single outing in which he allowed four runs, he has a 1.82 ERA and 33:14 K:BB with five holds and one save this season.
May 21 2021Stanek hit a batter and walked two over two-thirds of an inning in Thursday's 8-4 win over Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek left with the bases juiced but avoided damage to his ERA when Ryan Pressly induced an inning-ending groundout. For Stanek, who had emerged as a high-leverage reliever, it was the third straight shaky outing, and he could be losing that key role. He's allowed five runs on three hits and six walks over his last 1.2 innings.
Apr 29 2021Stanek struck out one over a scoreless ninth inning to pick up his first save in Wednesday's 7-5 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Closer Ryan Pressly had thrown 31 pitches over the last two days, so he was skipped for this save opportunity. Instead, manager Dusty Baker opted for Stanek, who has emerged as Houston's eighth-inning reliever. The right-hander has fired blanks in nine of 12 outings and leapfrogged several relievers to claim a high-leverage role.
Apr 11 2021Stanek surrendered a solo home run and struck out one in one inning of Saturday's 7-3 loss to the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Seth Brown took Stanek deep in the eighth inning, launching a 424-foot shot to right field that left the bat at 106.1 mph. It was the first hit and run Stanek's allowed in six innings over five appearances. The right-hander has struck out eight, walked one and hit two batters.
Mar 21 2021Stanek allowed one hit and one walk while striking out two over one inning in Saturday's spring game against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek has made three spring appearances, giving up one run on three hits and two walks with four strikeouts over three innings. He had a minor role in the Marlins' bullpen in 2020 and is projected to be part of the Astros' bullpen this season, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Beyond closer Ryan Pressly, the pecking order in the bullpen has not received much press and is not well defined. Joe Smith could serve as a setup man while perceived high-leverage options Josh James (hip) and Pedro Baez (not injury related) have not pitched yet this spring.
Jan 7 2021Stanek signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract with the Astros on Thursday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was non-tendered by Miami in early December, but he'll land with the Astros ahead of the 2021 campaign. The right-hander worked solely as a reliever during his first full season with the Marlins in 2020, posting a 7.20 ERA and 1.90 WHIP over 10 innings, but he spent most of the year on the injured list for an undisclosed reason. He'll attempt to carve out a more consistent role with Houston in 2021.
Dec 2 2020Stanek was non-tendered by the Marlins on Wednesday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was acquired from the Rays at the 2019 trade deadline, but he never found his footing with the Marlins and posted a 6.03 ERA in 31 appearances. Stanek had a 3.55 ERA and 1.23 WHIP over his three seasons in Tampa Bay.
Sep 4 2020Stanek (undisclosed) was activated from the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old has been sidelined since the team's COVID-19 outbreak in late July, but he's now ready to rejoin the Marlins for the final month of the season. Stanek appeared in only one game before moving to the IL and allowed three runs on three hits with one strikeout and one walk over one inning.
Aug 4 2020Stanek was placed on the 10-day injured list, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek was among the 13 Marlins placed on the injured list ahead of the team's return to play after a COVID-19 outbreak. However, a specific reason for Stanek's placement on the injured list wasn't announced.
Jul 1 2020Stanek is fully recovered from the back injury that limited him in the spring, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw only four innings in Grapefruit League action back in March, but he appears to be good to go for summer camp. Stanek's experience in a variety of roles with the Rays the last two seasons, including as an opener, could serve him well during what's likely to be a chaotic 2020 campaign, but his main appeal to fantasy GMs remains his career 11.0 K/9.
Apr 9 2020Marlins president of baseball operations Michael Hill said Thursday that Stanek has responded well while receiving treatment for his lower-back injury in Tampa, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill didn't specify whether Stanek had resumed a throwing program, but with the MLB season likely at least a month away from starting up, the reliever still has plenty of time to ease back to full health. Assuming Stanek is good to go by the time play resumes, he'll likely serve as one of the Marlins' top setup men out of the bullpen.
Mar 12 2020Stanek's availability for Opening Day is in jeopardy due to a lower back injury, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear when the right-hander sustained the injury, but the Marlins are being cautious with him. "Stanek, he's getting better," manager Don Mattingly said. "He's in the mode of we've got to get him stronger and get back on the mound. Of course, we've got to get him good. That lower back is something obviously for a pitcher or anyone." Stanek has a 0.00 ERA and 4:1 K:BB through four innings this spring, and when healthy is expected to handle a high-leverage role in the Miami bullpen.
Sep 13 2019Stanek struck out three over 1.2 perfect innings in Wednesday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stanek worked out of a two-on, one-out jam in the seventh inning by striking out Ryan Braun and Eric Thames (both swinging), and then retired the side in order in the eighth before handing the ball over to Jose Urena. Urena gave up a two-run homer to take the loss and has now given up five runs in four innings since returning from the injured list. Despite Urena's struggles, the Marlins haven't given any indication that they will end the Urena-as-closer experiment early. Stanek could challenge for the job in spring training, but expect him to remain in a setup role over the rest of this season.
Aug 30 2019Stanek (0-4) blew the save and was hit with the loss Friday night against the Nationals after allowing two runs on two hits and a walk over one-thid of an inning.
Aug 23 2019Stanek may only get another week in the closer's role with the news that Jose Urena (back) will take over in the ninth inning when he is activated in September, Craig
Aug 22 2019Stanek (0-3) allowed two earned runs on three hits and a walk while striking out two to take the loss Thursday against the Braves.
Aug 18 2019Stanek allowed two runs (one earned) on a hit and a walk Sunday, striking out two and blowing the save opportunity in the loss to Colorado.
Aug 5 2019Stanek (hip) was activated off the 10-day injured list Monday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
Jul 31 2019Stanek (hip) was traded from the Rays to the Marlins on Wednesday along with Jesus Sanchez in exchange for Trevor Richards and Nick Anderson, Craig Mish of FNTSY Sports
Jul 30 2019Stanek (hip) completed a 20-pitch bullpen session Monday and at Tropicana Field and is slated to throw one inning for High-A Charlotte on Wednesday, Juan Toribio
Jul 28 2019Stanek (hip) tossed a successful bullpen session Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 26 2019Stanek (hip) is scheduled to throw a bullpen over the weekend, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 22 2019Stanek (hip) took the weekend off from playing catch, but he resumed some baseball activities Monday, Ryan Kolakowski of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 20 2019The Rays placed Stanek on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a sore right hip, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 15 2019Stanek will open Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2019Stanek struck out two over two scoreless innings as an opener Sunday against the Orioles.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Sunday in Baltimore, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 6 2019Stanek (0-2) took the loss in an extra-innings defeat at the hands of the Yankees on Friday, allowing four earned runs on four hits over an inning while recording one strikeout.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 4 2019Stanek served as the opener in a loss to the Orioles on Wednesday and generated a clean first inning in which he recorded two strikeouts.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 2 2019Stanek served as the opener in a win over the Orioles on Monday and fired two scoreless innings, allowing a hit and a walk while recording one strikeout.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 1 2019Stanek will serve as the Rays' opening pitcher Monday against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Stanek allowed two earned runs on three hits over two innings as the opener in the Rays' extra-innings win over the Twins on Thursday. He also recorded three strikeouts.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Thursday at Minnesota, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Stanek served as the opener in Sunday's win over the Athletics, allowing an unearned run on a hit and two walks while also recording three strikeouts over an inning-plus.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 22 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Sunday against the Athletics, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Stanek will open Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Stanek gave up one run (zero earned) on a hit and a walk over 1.1 scoreless innings Sunday against the Angels.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 11 2019Stanek allowed one hit with two strikeouts during an inning as an opener against the Athletics on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 8 2019Stanek will serve as the opener for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Thursday against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Stanek allowed one run on four hits and struck out two over two innings Friday against the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Stanek will open Friday's game against the Twins, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 28 2019Stanek allowed one hit and a walk while striking out one batter across two innings as an opener against the Blue Jays on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Stanek will open Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Stanek allowed no runs on two hits and struck out three during 1.2 innings to open against the Indians on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 25 2019Stanek will serve as the opener in Sunday's series finale at Cleveland, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Wednesday against the Dodgers, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 19 2019Stanek is expected to serve as the opener in Tuesday's series-opening game against the Dodgers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019Stanek allowed one run on a hit and struck out three over two innings Friday against the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 16 2019Stanek will serve as the opener for Friday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Wednesday against the Marlins, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 10 2019Stanek will serve as the opener Saturday against the Yankees, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Stanek allowed one hit and had four strikeouts over two scoreless innings as the opener against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 6 2019Stanek will serve as the opener for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 25 2018Stanek will serve as the opener for Wednesday's series finale against the Yankees, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.Nathan Eovaldi was the scheduled starter, but after he was dealt to the Red Sox, the Rays will call upon Stanek to take the hill for his 14th start of the 2018 campaign. He sports a stellar 1.91 ERA and 0.98 WHIP with 47 strikeouts over 37.2 innings this season.
Jul 21 2018Stanek will serve as the Rays' opening pitcher Saturday against the Marlins.The right-hander is expected to be capped at about two innings before turning the game over to the bullpen. Stanek has allowed only three runs in 19 appearances since the beginning of June, submitting a 1.08 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 11.9 K/9 in 25 innings.
Jul 15 2018Stanek will serve as the Rays' opening pitcher for Sunday's game against the Twins.As has been the case in each of his previous 11 "starts" this season, Stanek is expected to be capped at about two innings, which makes it unlikely he'll factor into the decision. Despite his lack of wins or saves production, Stanek makes for useful roster filler in deeper mixed leagues or AL-only formats thanks to his sterling ratios. He has posted a 1.93 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 11.3 K/9 across his 27 appearances this season.
Jul 15 2018Stanek allowed one run on two hits with no walks and two strikeouts in two innings during Sunday's outing against the Twins. He didn't factor into the decision.Serving as the opener once again, Stanek breezed through the first inning before allowing a run on two hits in the second. He threw 21 of 31 pitches for strikes but was capped at two innings as the Rays paraded out nine pitcher on the day. Stanek has a solid 2.08 ERA to go along with a sharp 0.95 WHIP, but his inability to pile up wins or saves limits his fantasy appeal.
Jul 14 2018Stanek will likely be used as Sunday's opener depending on how Saturday's matchup against Minnesota unfolds, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek has served as an opener on 11 different occasions this season and he's been extremely effective in that role. As usual, don't expect Stanek to last more than two innings. Through 27 appearances this season, he sports a solid 1.93 ERA and 0.95 WHIP with 41 strikeouts over 32.2 innings.
Jul 11 2018Stanek allowed one hit while striking out two with no walks across two scoreless innings as the opener Tuesday against Detroit.Stanek threw 16 of 23 pitches for strikes as he retired six of seven batters faced in this strong showing. While he's been effective in small doses, Stanek seems likely to see a strict workload cap for the time being, and his unconventional role doesn't endow him with much fantasy appeal.
Jul 10 2018Stanek will serve as the Rays' opening pitcher in Tuesday's game against the Tigers, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek will pick up his 11th start of the season and will presumably be capped at two innings, as has been the case the other 10 times he has opened games. The hard-throwing right-hander appeared in relief in Monday's 10-9 victory in 10 innings, retiring one of the two batters he faced and getting charged with an earned run. Ryan Yarbrough, the only Rays reliever who went unused Monday, is expected to handle the bulk of the innings once Stanek departs Tuesday.
Jul 6 2018Stanek allowed a hit and a walk over two scoreless innings while striking out four as the opener in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Mets.The right-hander continues to post excellent numbers no matter what role the Rays use him in, and Stanek now boasts a 1.84 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 37:15 K:BB through 29.1 innings on the season. Unfortunately, that flexible usage also limits his fantasy value, as he has only one win and two holds in 24 appearances on the year.
Jul 5 2018Stanek will serve as the opening pitcher for the Rays in Friday's series opener against the Mets, Juan Toribio of The Athletic Tampa Bay reports.Stanek hasn't worked more than two innings as an opener or reliever this season, so that will likely be his restriction Friday. The hard-throwing right-hander has allowed just one run since the beginning of June while posting a 0.85 WHIP and 22 strikeouts in 17.2 innings. Due to the heavy workloads that many of the Rays' other long-relief options have assumed lately, the newly recalled Andrew Kittredge looks like the top candidate to cover the bulk of the innings behind Stanek.
Jun 29 2018Stanek will open Saturday against the Astros, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports Friday.Wilmer Font was forced to leave Friday's game, which will lead to some rearranging of the Rays starting plans going forward. Stanek will open for the second time in three days; he held Houston scoreless over 1.2 innings with three strikeouts and two walks allowed Thursday and will look to keep it up in the rematch Saturday.
Jun 27 2018Rays manager Kevin Cash confirmed that Stanek will serve as the team's opening pitcher for Thursday's game against the Astros, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek is expected to cover around an inning or two before giving way to long man Ryan Yarbrough, who will handle the heaviest workload for the pitching staff on the day. In the other seven games Stanek has opened this season, he has given up two runs and generated 10 strikeouts over 10 innings while holding opposing hitters to a .118/.211/.176 batting line.
Jun 26 2018Rays skipper Kevin Cash said Stanek would likely open Thursday's game against the Astros, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.The Rays will presumably wait and see if Stanek is needed in relief Tuesday against the Nationals before confirming him as Thursday's starter. Stanek has previously opened seven games for the Rays, but has been asked to record no more than six outs in any of those contests. Though Stanek may technically start against the Astros, it's expected that long reliever Ryan Yarbrough will cover the bulk of the innings out of the bullpen.
Jun 23 2018Manager Kevin Cash said Stanek will likely open Sunday's "bullpen day" game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek also opened Friday's game, lasting just an inning but keeping the Yankees off the board while allowing a pair of baserunners. Barring an appearance during Saturday's contest, he will likely be utilized in the same capacity for Sunday's series finale.
Jun 20 2018Stanek is slated to open Friday's "bullpen day" game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek has been successful in that role his last two times out, firing a combined scoreless 3.2 innings during that pair of appearances. The right-hander is sporting a solid 2.21 ERA and impressive 0.89 WHIP across 20.1 innings this season while being used as both an opener and conventional reliever.
Jun 19 2018Stanek opened Monday's "bullpen day" game against the Astros and fired a scoreless 1.2 innings.Stanek could hardly have been more efficient, needing just 11 pitches to get five outs. The hard-throwing right-hander's ERA remains unblemished through seven June outings, a span during which he also boasts an impressive 11:3 K:BB.
Jun 17 2018Stanek will get the start Monday against the Astros, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek has a tough task ahead, as he's slated to pitch at least the first inning of Monday's series opener against Houston, who's won 11 straight. He's been solid both out of the bullpen and as an opener, accruing a 2.55 ERA and 1.02 WHIP with a 22:9 K:BB over 17.2 innings this season.
Jun 13 2018Stanek opened Tuesday's "bullpen day" victory over the Blue Jays and fired two perfect innings in which he recorded three strikeouts.The hard-throwing right-hander mowed through the Blue Jays for two frames on an efficient 27 pitches, 19 of which found the strike zone. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that Stanek was clocking 96 mph regularly on his fastball during his brief stint on the mound, a level of velocity that helped keep his ERA unblemished in June. Factoring in Tuesday's production, the 26-year-old sports a sparkling 10:3 K:BB across 6.2 innings in the current month, and he's already lowered his season ERA from 3.97 to 2.76 with his five straight scoreless efforts.
Jun 11 2018Stanek will start Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek tossed a scoreless inning and allowed one hit and two walks while striking out two in his last start against the Mariners. He's slated to open his fourth game of the season, and sits with a 3.14 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 18 strikeouts across 14.1 innings.
Jun 10 2018Stanek won't open Monday's game against the Blue Jays, but could open another game at some point in the Rays' subsequent four contests, Juan Toribio of The Athletic Tampa Bay reports.Stanek was initially scheduled to work in inning or two at the start of Monday's contest, but that plan was scrapped after he was summoned in relief during Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Mariners. The right-hander worked a scoreless ninth inning, but needed 24 pitches to retire the side. He'll get a day or two of rest before being available out of the bullpen or opening a game for the Rays.
Jun 6 2018Stanek is listed as Thursday's starting pitcher against the Mariners, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek will get another chance to serve as the team's opener, but he likely won't throw more than two innings. In his last five appearances, he's posted a 2.45 ERA and 0.68 WHIP with seven strikeouts over 7.1 innings.
Jun 1 2018Stanek (1-1) started Thursday's loss to the Athletics and allowed two earned runs on a hit and a walk over 1.1 innings.Stanek became the latest Rays reliever to be called on for a "bullpen day" start, but he quickly ran into trouble in the second after a 1-2-3 opening frame. The hard-throwing right-hander gave up an inning-opening double to the returning Khris Davis and walked Chad Pinder two batters later. That led to his exit after 25 pitches, but the two runs Stephen Piscotty subsequently plated with a two-bagger off Ryan Yarbrough went on Stanek's ledger. Moving forward, the 26-year-old is still likely to be deployed as a reliever in the majority of his appearances, although he could certainly be called on for the occasional spot start given manager Kevin Cash's eclectic methods of deploying his pitching staff.
May 29 2018Stanek is scheduled to start Thursday's game against the A's, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek got the start and went 1.2 innings in Monday's bullpen game and will again be deployed as the first-inning pitcher just three days later. He holds a 3.24 ERA over 8.1 innings this season.
May 29 2018Stanek (1-0) fired 1.2 scoreless frames in an extra-innings win over the Athletics on Monday, allowing a hit and two walks.Stanek had just started a "bullpen day" game Saturday against the Orioles in which he'd also turned in 1.2 scoreless innings. The 26-year-old has now blanked the opposition in four consecutive appearances, whittling his ERA down from 7.36 to 3.24 in the process.
May 27 2018Stanek fired 1.2 scoreless innings in a win over the Orioles on Saturday, recording three strikeouts.The right-handed fireballer was highly efficient during his time on the mound, recording five outs on just 21 pitches. Stanek was yet the latest reliever to open a game for the Rays, who continue to experiment with different combinations out of both necessity and innovation. Factoring in Saturday's production, Stanek hasn't allowed an earned run in four straight appearances and now has an impressive 11 strikeouts over 6.2 innings across seven appearances.
May 24 2018Stanek will start Saturday against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek will be sandwiched between a pair of Sergio Romo starts as the Rays plan to ditch the traditional starter and deploy a trio of relievers during their three-game series against the Orioles. The 26-year-old owns a 5.40 ERA and 8:3 K:BB across five innings (six appearances) this season. Ryan Yarbrough and Anthony Banda, who are both stretched out, figure to be the top options to take over for Stanek after his abbreviated outing.
May 20 2018Stanek failed to record an out in a win over the Angels on Saturday, allowing two earned runs on two hits.Just recalled earlier in the day from Triple-A Durham, the hard-throwing right-hander was entrusted with preserving a 5-1 lead entering the ninth. However, he ran into trouble immediately, allowing a leadoff single to Zack Cozart before surrendering a 430-foot two-run home run to Mike Trout, earning him the hook and bringing in Alex Colome for an unexpected save opportunity. Stanek had been effective in his three prior big-league appearances this season, allowing one earned run on one hit over 3.2 innings while generating seven strikeouts.
May 19 2018Stanek was recalled from Triple-A Durham on Saturday.Stanek tossed 3.2 innings for the Rays earlier in the year, allowing one run on one hit and a pair of walks while striking out seven. In a corresponding move, Adeiny Hechavarria was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right hamstring strain.
May 9 2018Stanek fired 1.2 scoreless innings in a loss to the Braves on Tuesday, issuing two walks while recording four strikeouts.The hard-throwing right-hander had some control issues, but he also flashed his trademark strikeout upside. Stanek had posted an impressive 17:6 K:BB over 9.1 innings with Durham prior to his recent callup, and his high 90s fastball could afford him an extended stay with the big-league club.
May 5 2018Stanek was called up from Triple-A Durham before Saturday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.The 26-year-old right-hander was summoned from the Bulls after the Rays sent down Chih-Wei Hu, making it his first stint with big-league club in 2018. Stanek had a rough initial 20-inning major-league stint in 2017, generating a 5.85 ERA and 1.90 WHIP. However, he's been utilizing his high 90s fastball with great effectiveness at the Triple-A level thus far, posting an impressive 17:6 K:BB and 1.86 ERA over 9.2 innings across 10 appearances.
Sep 21 2017Stanek allowed an earned run on two hits and a walk over an inning in Wednesday's 8-1 win over the Cubs. He also recorded two strikeouts.Stanek has had a rough go of it since being recalled from Triple-A Durham upon rosters expanding in September. He's now allowed an earned run in four of his five appearances, leading to an 8.31 ERA across 4.1 innings. The 26-year-old right-hander does have bring plenty of strikeout upside, already having racked up nine whiffs over that span. However, he's allowed 12 earned runs over 11 frames in his last nine major-league appearances overall, a stretch that's seen his ERA rise from 1.29 to 6.88.
Aug 31 2017Stanek is expected to be called up from Triple-A Durham on Friday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.The hard-throwing 2013 first-round pick generated an unsightly 6.39 ERA over 13 appearances with the Rays in two previous stints this season, but he's been dominant with the Bulls. Stanek has allowed just two earned runs in his past 23 appearances in Durham and has posted a 1.21 ERA overall. He's also notched eight saves in as many opportunities and will serve as another late-inning option for manager Kevin Cash during the stretch run.
Aug 9 2017Stanek was optioned to Triple-A Durham following Tuesday's game, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Just summoned up July 31, Stanek was sent down in order to make room for Jake Odorizzi (back), who's expected to be activated and start Wednesday versus the Red Sox. The 26-year-old saw action in two outings during his most recent majors stint, allowing three earned runs on five hits over three innings while recording five strikeouts.
Aug 2 2017Stanek, who was called up from Triple-A Durham on Monday, recently developed a splitter to go along with his 100 mph fastball, Bill Chastain of MLB.com reports.The 26-year-old right-hander worked on the pitch with Durham pitching coach Kyle Snyder over the last several weeks before being summoned, choosing to focus on the splitter as opposed to the slider that he'd previously utilized. While he'd also played around with the splitter last offseason and in spring training, he didn't hone in on perfecting it until returning to Durham following a rough initial major-league stint earlier this season. Stanek has been mowing down hitters with the Bulls, compiling a 47:14 K:BB over 35.2 innings.
Jul 31 2017Stanek was called up to Tampa Bay following Monday night's game.Stanek has been fantastic in the Durham bullpen, as he now owns a 1.26 ERA and 47 strikeouts over 35.2 innings of work at Triple-A. His stay in the majors may not be long, as this call-up is the result of a rough game for Tampa Bay's bullpen on Monday night, but he has more than earned another shot at the majors. He posted a disappointing 5.59 ERA and 1.97 WHIP over 9.2 innings in his first crack at the show earlier this season.
May 25 2017Stanek notched his third hold of the season in Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Angels, striking out the side in a scoreless eighth inning and allowing one walk.Stanek's strikeout victims notably included Mike Trout and Albert Pujols, and he's now put together three straight scoreless appearances. The 25-year-old right-hander experienced some trouble with his control in his previous outing in the opening game of the series, but managed to issue just one walk in a 24-pitch inning. Stanek has proven to be a valuable and increasingly trusted asset in an injury-hampered bullpen, compiling a 2.25 ERA in four innings across six appearances.
May 22 2017Stanek fired a scoreless inning in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Yankees, recording two strikeouts.Stanek needed just 13 pitches to get through the eighth, impressively setting down the dangerous duo of Starlin Castro and Aaron Judge on swinging strikes before inducing a groundout from Jacoby Ellsbury. The outing was the 25-year-old right-hander's longest in his four appearances, and represented a nice rebound from an outing against the Yankees on Friday when he gave up an earned run on two hits while failing to record an out.
May 15 2017Stanek was credited with the first hold of his big-league career in Sunday's 11-2 win over the Red Sox, surrendering a hit in one-third of an inning.Just called up from Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Stanek got his first exposure to regular-season big-league action quickly and acquitted himself reasonably well. The 25-year-old right-hander was enjoying a strong season with the Bulls before being summoned to the Rays, and he could prove to be a valuable asset for a short-handed relief corps for the time being.
May 13 2017Stanek was recalled by the Rays on Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.Stanek's call-up comes after the Rays sent starter Blake Snell down to Triple-A. Stanek has had an excellent start to his season at Triple-A, notching a 2.00 ERA with 25 strikeouts and six walks in 18.0 innings. He'll work out of the bullpen when he joins the Rays.