Bailey Ober
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Jun 28 2025Ober (4-6) took the loss Saturday, coughing up seven runs on 11 hits -- including four home runs -- and a walk over 5.2 innings as the Twins were downed 10-5 by the Tigers. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Detroit put at least one run on the board in seven straight trips to the plate beginning in the second inning, and Ober served up long balls in four straight frames starting in the third, getting taken deep by Kerry Carpenter, Gleyber Torres, Riley Greene and Zach McKinstry. The right-hander has had trouble keeping the ball in the yard in the past, but not to this extent, and over his last six starts Ober has surrendered an incredible 15 home runs in only 34 innings, leading to an 8.47 ERA over that span. He'll try to snap a 10-start winless streak in his next outing, which lines up to come at home next weekend against the Rays.
Jun 23 2025Ober (4-5) took the loss in Monday's game against Seattle, allowing seven runs on seven hits and no walks over seven innings with seven strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober's ugly June continues, as he's now allowed four or more earned runs in each of his four outings this month. Across 24.1 June innings, he's pitched to a horrid 8.51 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 19:7 K:BB while yielding 10 long balls, including three in this performance against the Mariners. The Minnesota right-hander began the month with a respectable 3.48 ERA but now sports a 4.90 mark through 86.1 total frames. Assuming he continues to stick in the rotation, Ober currently lines up to make his next start at Detroit this weekend.
Jun 19 2025Ober (4-4) was saddled with the loss Wednesday against Cincinnati, giving up four runs on nine hits and no walks in 5.2 innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wednesday's first pitch was delayed by rain for about two hours, and Ober was not at his best during a truncated game that was called in the sixth inning following another delay. The right-hander did generate 10 whiffs, but it was discouragingly his third consecutive start where he yielded at least four runs. Ober owns a 4.54 ERA and 1.40 WHIP for the season, and his next start lines up as a home outing versus the Mariners.
Jun 12 2025Ober (4-3) took the loss Thursday against the Rangers, allowing seven runs on six hits and six walks across 4.2 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a rough day for Ober, who gave up season highs in both walks and home runs (four) in a lopsided defeat. The long ball has hurt Ober of late -- he's now given up seven homers across 15.2 innings in his last three starts. His ERA is up to 4.40 with a 1.38 WHIP and 57:21 K:BB across 14 starts (73.2 innings) this season. Ober will look to get back on track in his next outing, tentatively lined up for next week in Cincinnati.
Jun 6 2025Ober (4-2) took the loss against Toronto on Friday, allowing five runs on five hits and one walk while striking out four across seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober looked to be in control after breezing through the first three frames. However, he gave up two runs in each of the next two frames -- including a two-run home run to Addison Barger in the third -- before serving up a solo shot to George Springer in the sixth. Ober was efficient with his 87 pitches (64 strikes) and generated 13 whiffs and 23 first-pitch strikes, but he wasn't able to get enough run support to avoid the loss. Ober has a 3.78 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 54:15 K:BB across 69 innings this season, and he is slated to start against the Rangers at home next week.
May 31 2025Ober allowed two runs on six hits and a walk while striking out four over four innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up a two-run home run to Cal Raleigh in the third inning to account for the damage on his line. Beyond that, it was simple inefficiency that led to Ober's short start, as he threw 64 of 97 pitches for strikes. That's been a recurring theme during his stretch of five straight no-decisions -- he's completed five innings in just two of those starts, but he hasn't allowed more than three runs since his season debut. Overall, he has a 3.48 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 50:14 K:BB through 62 innings over 12 starts. The right-hander's next start is projected to be on the road versus the Athletics.
May 25 2025Ober did not factor into the decision in Sunday's 2-1 extra-inning loss to the Royals, allowing one run on seven hits and one walk with three strikeouts over 6.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober took a 1-0 lead into the seventh inning but was lifted at 89 pitches after surrendering a game-tying double with two outs. In 10 starts since a rough eight-run season debut, the 29-year-old has delivered six quality starts while yielding just one earned run eight times. On the season, he owns a 3.41 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 46:13 K:BB across 58 innings and lines up for a road matchup with the Mariners next weekend.
May 19 2025Ober allowed one run on three hits and no walks while striking out three batters over three innings Monday versus Cleveland in a game that was suspended until Tuesday due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up a run in the first inning but held a 2-1 lead before the contest was suspended. The right-hander threw 42 pitches (an efficient 35 of which were strikes) and will have to settle for a no-decision given the short outing. It's a disappointing outcome for fantasy managers who roster Ober, but the hurler should at least be well-rested by the time his next turn in the rotation comes up, which lines up to be this weekend versus Kansas City.
May 14 2025Ober came away with a no-decision in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Orioles, giving up three runs on two hits and three walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander failed to complete five innings for the first time since April 5 and issued more than two free passes for the first time since March 30, as Ober tossed only 57 of his 102 pitches for strikes before getting the hook. Despite the shaky control, he still allowed three runs of fewer for the eighth straight outing. Ober will take a 3.72 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 40:12 K:BB through 48.1 innings into his next start, which lines up to come at home early next week against the Guardians.
May 8 2025Ober did not factor into the decision Thursday against the Orioles, allowing two runs (one earned) on eight hits and a walk over five innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Ober's winning streak ended at four, the right-hander allowed just one earned run in a fourth consecutive outing (despite allowing seven or more hits in each start). Ober now sports a 3.50 ERA with a 1.40 WHIP and 37:9 K:BB across 43.2 innings this season. His currently lined up for a rematch with the Orioles on the road in his next start.
May 3 2025Ober (4-1) earned the win against the Red Sox on Saturday, allowing one run on seven hits and one walk while striking out six over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober generated a whopping 18 whiffs while tossing 94 pitches (62 strikes), with his only blemish coming in the third inning on an RBI single from Rafael Devers. Ober has logged five quality starts in a row and has a 3.72 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 31:8 K:BB across 38.2 innings this season. He's in line to face the Giants at home next weekend.
Apr 15 2025Ober (1-1) got the win Tuesday against the Mets after giving up three runs on five hits and no walks in 6.1 innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober threw 57 of his 77 pitches for strikes, but he struggled with his command at times while allowing two solo home runs. One came off the red-hot bat of Pete Alonso in the first inning, and another was driven by Juan Soto in the fourth. It's worth noting four of Ober's outs came on line drives, which suggests he may have been fortunate to come away with a quality start. The big right-hander is still searching for a rhythm in 2025, holding a 6.16 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 17:6 K:BB through 19 innings, but he'll have a prime opportunity to get back on track at home against the White Sox in his next projected start.
Apr 10 2025Ober didn't factor into the decision Thursday against the Royals, allowing one run on five hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing a run on three hits in the first inning, Ober settled in to blank Kansas City over his final five frames. While the Twins' bullpen failed to hang on to a one-run lead, it was certainly an encouraging outing for Ober, who was tagged for nine runs over just 6.2 innings in his first two starts this year. The 29-year-old right-hander will look to build on Thursday's outing in his next start, currently slated for next week against the Mets.
Apr 5 2025Ober came away with a no-decision in Saturday's 6-1 win over the Astros, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over four innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a much better performance than in his season debut, when he got tagged for eight runs in 2.2 innings Sunday by the Cardinals, but Ober still ran his pitch count up to 84 (54 strikes) before exiting and failed to quality for a win despite plenty of run support. The outing shaved his ERA down to a still-ugly 12.15, and Ober will try to chip away at it further in his next start, which is scheduled to come on the road next week in Kansas City.
Mar 31 2025Ober revealed after Sunday's poor outing in St. Louis that he had been battling an illness, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober said that he was "pretty much bedridden" Friday and got an IV Saturday due to the illness. He admitted that he "got a little tired" after the first inning Sunday and Twins manager Rocco Baldelli noted of Ober's illness that "clearly, I think it had some effect." Ober wound up getting charged with eight runs over just 2.2 innings against the Cardinals. The righty not feeling 100 percent helps explain why he fared so poorly Sunday, although it should be noted that Ober averaged just 90.3 mph with his fastball Sunday after he averaged only 89.9 mph with the heater during spring training. That's after his fastball averaged 91.7 mph in 2024. Ober will get an extra day of rest before his next scheduled outing Saturday against the Astros.
Mar 30 2025Ober (0-1) coughed up eight runs on eight hits and three walks over 2.2 innings Sunday, striking out two and taking a loss against St. Louis. He was pitching despite coming down with a virus that had him in bed Friday and getting IV fluids Saturday, Phil Miller of the Minnesota Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober danced out of a two-on, one-out situation in the first inning, but things quickly unraveled from there. He served up a three-run shot to Victor Scott in the second and gave up five runs in the third, including another three-run jack by Pedro Pages. Ober looked impressive during spring training, posting a 1.77 ERA across 20.1 frames. The 6-foot-9 righty has posted a sub-4.00 ERA in each of his last three seasons. Ober's next outing is currently projected to be at home against the Astros.
Mar 1 2025Ober gave up two runs with six strikeouts and one walk in three innings in his first spring start Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up a home run, but the six strikeouts show he's in good form as spring begins. After recording 12 wins and 191 strikeouts over 178.2 innings with a 3.98 ERA and 1.00 WHIP last season, he's set to be a dependable part again of the Minnesota rotation.
Jan 9 2025The Twins and Ober avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $3.55 million contract Thursday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will get a well-deserved pay bump in his first year of arbitration eligibility. The big right-hander put up a 3.98 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 191:43 K:BB over a career-high 178.2 innings and career-high 31 starts in 2024.
Sep 29 2024Ober (12-9) was saddled with the loss Sunday, allowing three runs on five hits over five innings against the Orioles. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober held the Orioles off the board through four innings but yielded a three-run blast to James McCann with one out in the fifth that spoiled a two-run lead and led to Ober's ninth loss of the season. Ober ended the season on a bit of a sour note, losing three of his last four starts while compiling a 5.32 ERA over 23.2 innings. However, Ober finished a quality 2024 with 12 wins, 191 strikeouts over 178.2 innings and was fifth in the majors with a 1.00 WHIP, making his final ERA of 3.98 feel a bit unlucky.
Sep 24 2024Ober (12-8) allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven over five innings, taking the loss versus the Marlins on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed all four runs in the second inning, and the Twins' offense couldn't back him up. The right-hander has gone eight starts without a win, allowing 26 runs over 45.2 innings with a 50:12 K:BB in that span. His late fade has pushed his ERA up to 3.94 with a 1.00 WHIP and 187:43 K:BB through 173.2 innings over 30 starts this season. Ober is tentatively projected to make one more regular-season start at home versus the Orioles.
Sep 18 2024Ober allowed two runs on four hits and no walks while striking out 12 batters over seven innings in a no-decision against Cleveland on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober tallied 17 whiffs while demonstrating excellent command by throwing 70 of 101 pitches for strikes. The only negative aspect of his performance is that two of the four hits against him left the park, which played a part in preventing him from emerging with a victory. Nonetheless, Ober picked up his third quality start across his past five outings, and in those trio of quality starts he's surrendered just six hits while allowing only three runs and posting a 27:3 K:BB across 20 frames. It should be mentioned, though, that in the two other starts during that five-game span, Ober has struggled, yielding 14 runs with an 8:4 K:BB over 8.2 frames.
Sep 14 2024Ober (12-7) took the loss Friday as the Twins fell 8-4 to the Reds, coughing up five runs on six hits and two walks over 6.2 innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty pitched well through six innings as the two teams battled to a 1-1 stalemate, but the wheels came off for Ober in the seventh as the first four Cincinnati batters reached base, starting with a Spencer Steer leadoff triple. Ober has gone six straight starts without recording a win, stumbling to a 5.35 ERA over that stretch despite a 1.07 WHIP and 31:10 K:BB through 33.2 innings. He'll try to reverse his fortunes in his next outing, which is scheduled to come on the road next week in Cleveland.
Sep 7 2024Ober allowed one hit and struck out seven without walking a batter over seven scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Royals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was dominant, but Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax melted down in the eighth inning to let the Royals steal away this game. Ober had thrown just 83 pitches (59 strikes) when he was pulled with the bottom half of the Royals' order due up in the eighth, making it a curious decision from manager Rocco Baldelli to turn to the bullpen, even with the Twins' top high-leverage arms available. While Ober's winless streak is at five starts, this was his fourth quality start in that span and his fifth scoreless outing of the year. He's now at a 3.77 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 162:39 K:BB through 155 innings over a career-high 27 starts. The 29-year-old's next start is projected to be at home versus the Reds.
Sep 2 2024Ober allowed one run on one hit and three walks while striking out eight over six innings in Sunday's win over the Blue Jays. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up a solo home run to Ernie Clement on the fifth pitch he threw of the day but otherwise dominated the Blue Jays. It was a huge bounce-back performance after he allowed a season-worst nine runs in his previous start. That's now 12 quality starts in his last 13 outings for Ober, and his strikeout numbers were up Sunday after managing only 10 strikeouts over his previous 14 innings. The 29-year-old owns a 3.95 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 155:39 K:BB in 148 innings and lines up to make his next start on the road against the Royals over the weekend.
Aug 27 2024Ober (12-6) yielded nine runs on seven hits and two walks over two innings while taking a loss against Atlanta on Monday. He struck out two batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was tagged with a three-run shot by Matt Olson in the first inning and a two-run homer by Travis d'Arnaud in the second. Entering Monday's start, Ober had given up nine total runs over his previous six outings, going 4-0 with a 2.02 ERA during that span. The last time he allowed more than six runs in a start was his season debut against the Royals on March 31. Ober saw his ERA jump from 3.54 to 4.06 after the rough outing. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, which is lined up to be at home against the Blue Jays.
Aug 21 2024Ober did not factor into the decision in Tuesday's loss to the Padres, allowing three runs on four hits while striking out five over six innings. He did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober surrendered an early run in the second inning but went on to retire 13 straight batters before Jake Cronenworth led off the seventh with a double. Manny Machado then abruptly ended Ober's night with a two-run homer to center to even up the game at 3-3 and ruin Ober's chances at getting the win. Ober has now posted 11 consecutive quality starts and ranks inside the top five in ERA (2.09) and WHIP (0.80) over that span. For the year, he's posted a 3.54 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 145:34 K:BB in 140 innings. He lines up for a home start against Atlanta to begin next week.
Aug 16 2024Ober did not factor into the decision in a win over the Rangers on Thursday, allowing two runs on seven hits and three walks over seven innings while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Ober came in the opening frame when he allowed four of the first batters to reach base, leading to two runs coming across for Texas. The right-hander then held the Rangers scoreless over the next five frames, logging his 10th consecutive quality start. Ober has surrendered just one home run over his last four outings, though he's also issued multiple walks in four straight. Thursday's no-decision also snapped a four-game winning streak for the 29-year-old.
Aug 9 2024Ober (12-5) earned the win in the first game of Friday's doubleheader with the Guardians, allowing two hits and two walks over six scoreless innings. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the ninth straight quality start for Ober, who's posted a stellar 1.76 ERA in that span (61.1 innings) while logging eight or more strikeouts in six of those outings. The 29-year-old Ober's ERA is down to 3.52 on the year with a 0.97 WHIP and 137:31 K:BB across 128 innings. He'll look to keep rolling in his next start, currently scheduled for next week at home against the Royals.
Aug 3 2024Ober (11-5) earned the win over the White Sox on Saturday, allowing two runs on two hits and two walks while striking out seven batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober got through four scoreless frames before Chicago tied the game with a run in each of the fifth and sixth innings. The Twins put up a run in the top of the seventh to move the right-hander in line for the win, and he completed a scoreless bottom of the frame before giving way to the bullpen. Ober notched his third straight victory and his eighth consecutive quality start. Over the latter streak, he's posted a 1.95 ERA, 0.74 WHIP and 63:11 K:BB across 55.1 innings.
Jul 28 2024Ober (10-5) earned the win Sunday, allowing one hit and two walks over eight scoreless innings against the Tigers. He struck out 11. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was at his best Sunday, allowing merely two walks and a leadoff single to Matt Vierling in the fourth while blanking the Tigers through eight. It was the seventh consecutive quality start for Ober, who was able to complete eight innings for the second time this season. The 6-foot-9 righty lowered his season ERA to 3.76 with the outing and has performed at a Cy Young-caliber level during this most recent seven-game stretch, going 5-1 while holding a 1.86 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 56 strikeouts over 48.1 innings. Ober is slated to make his next start against the White Sox, ironically the only team to place a blemish against his record during his current hot streak.
Jul 22 2024Ober (9-5) earned the win Monday against the Phillies, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk over seven innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins right-hander looked like he was in line for a rough outing, as he yielded three hits in the first inning, including a 424-foot, two-run blast to Bryce Harper. However, Ober recovered wonderfully, allowing just two additional baserunners after the first to secure his 10th quality start of the season. With this performance, the 29-year-old lowered his season ERA to 4.04 across 107 innings. Ober is currently scheduled to face the Tigers in Detroit for his next start this weekend.
Jul 10 2024Ober (8-5) took the loss in the opening game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the White Sox, allowing three runs on four hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober held the White Sox to one run through his first five innings before Luis Robert launched a two-run homer in the sixth, putting Minnesota in a 3-0 hole in an eventual 3-1 loss. Still, Ober was able to deliver his fifth straight quality start -- he's posted a 2.17 ERA over 33.1 innings in that span. The 28-year-old Ober now sports a 4.14 ERA through 18 starts (100 innings) this year with an impressive 1.08 WHIP and 106:24 K:BB.
Jul 9 2024Ober and the Twins won't face the White Sox on Tuesday due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tuesday's game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Wednesday, and Ober will take the mound in the earlier of the two games, per Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The 28-year-old righty owns a 2.53 ERA and 1.03 WHIP over 32 innings across his last five starts and will be matched up against MLB's lowest-scoring offense (301 total runs).
Jul 4 2024Ober (8-4) picked up the win Thursday against Detroit, allowing three runs (one earned) on seven hits and no walks over six innings. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All three runs scored by the Tigers came with two outs in the second inning after strike three to Zach McKinstry got past Ryan Jeffers and allowed McKinstry to reach first and extend the inning. Still, Ober managed to generate a fourth straight quality start and outing with at least eight Ks. Through 94.0 innings, Ober owns a 4.12 ERA and a 100:23 K:BB. He's tentatively scheduled to face the White Sox in Chicago next time out.
Jun 28 2024Ober allowed a run on two hits and three walks while striking out nine over six innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober left the game in line for the lead, but Griffin Jax allowed the tying run in the eighth inning. Ober has been absolutely dialed in over his last three starts, allowing just four runs with a 27:5 K:BB across 21.1 innings in that span. He's now at a 4.30 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 92:23 K:BB through 88 innings over 16 starts this season. The right-hander is projected to make his next start at home versus the Tigers.
Jun 22 2024Ober (7-4) earned the win over Oakland on Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits and no walks while striking out 10 batters over nine innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was extremely efficient in the impressive outing, needing just 89 pitches to polish off the first complete game of his career. The right-hander threw 70 of those pitches for strikes and racked up a career-best 23 whiffs. Ober did give up a pair of solo homers -- just the third time through 15 starts that he's allowed multiple home runs -- but those didn't hurt much with Minnesota's offense putting up 10 runs. Ober carries a 4.50 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 83:20 K:BB over 82 innings on the campaign.
Jun 16 2024Ober (6-4) allowed one run on six hits and two walks while striking out eight over 6.1 innings to earn the win over the Athletics in Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober had his start pushed back a day after a rainout Saturday. This was his first quality start since May 12 and the first time he's completed six innings in that span. The right-hander has had a mediocre season so far with a 4.81 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 73:20 K:BB over 73 innings through 14 starts. Ober is projected to make his next start in a rematch versus the Athletics in Oakland.
Jun 15 2024Ober and the Twins won't play Saturday against the Athletics after the game was postponed due to inclement weather, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will now have his start pushed back a day after Saturday's contest was rained out. He'll toe the rubber for one of the games during the team's Father's Day split doubleheader with Oakland on Sunday.
Jun 9 2024Ober escaped with a no-decision Sunday against Pittsburgh, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five over 4.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober did not allow a home run for the first time since May 12, but his recent struggles continued. The right-hander yielded three extra-base hits Sunday and has now given up multiple earned runs in five consecutive starts. During that span, the 28-year-old has limped to a 7.61 ERA and a 1.76 WHIP in 23.2 innings. Ober will look to bounce back in his next start, currently scheduled for next weekend versus Oakland.
Jun 5 2024Ober (5-4) took the loss Tuesday, allowing three runs on three hits, including a home run, and four walks over five innings against the Yankees. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober wasn't sharp against a Yankees lineup that is on a roll. The outing continued his recent struggles, as he has a 7.58 ERA with a 15:8 K:BB in his last 19 innings. Ober hasn't thrown more than five innings in any of his last four starts, making him a risky option in his next start, which lines up to come this weekend in Pittsburgh.
May 29 2024Ober (5-3) took the loss Wednesday versus the Royals, allowing six runs on nine hits while striking out four and walking none over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up hard contact -- Nelson Velazquez hit two home runs and Salvador Perez added a solo shot and an RBI double. This was the first time since his disastrous season debut that Ober allowed multiple homers, though he has yielded seven long balls over his last six starts. He's at a 4.89 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 58:12 K:BB through 57 innings over 11 starts this season. Ober's next start is projected to be on the road versus the Yankees.
May 24 2024Ober (5-2) allowed two runs on four hits and three walks over five innings Friday, striking out five and earning a win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober coughed up a two-run shot to Corey Seager in the first inning but settled in for a solid outing. Despite striking out just five batters, Ober forced a season-high 16 whiffs, including seven with the changeup. He's generated at least 12 swinging strikes in six of his last seven starts. He owns a 4.33 ERA through 10 starts and a 3.02 ERA over his last nine. Ober's next outing is expected to be at home against the Royals.
May 18 2024Ober (4-2) took the loss against Cleveland on Saturday, allowing five runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out four batters over four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A first-inning, two-run home run by Jose Ramirez set the tone for Cleveland's offense, which ended up scoring in all but one of the four frames during which Ober toed the rubber. The right-handed hurler needed 91 pitches to get 12 outs and finished with his shortest outing since his disastrous eight-run, 1.1-inning loss in his first start of the campaign. Ober had rebounded impressively from that blowup prior to Saturday, posting a 2.16 ERA and 0.67 WHIP over his subsequent seven starts.
May 12 2024Ober (4-1) earned the win after he pitched 6.1 scoreless innings, allowing one hit while striking out 10 batters in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was nearly perfect Sunday, allowing just a single to Vladimir Guerrero in the bottom of the fourth inning, while his 10 punchouts were a season high. The right-hander has now recorded four quality starts over eight outings this season. Since allowing eight runs against the Royals in his season debut, Ober has produced a 2.16 ERA with 44 strikeouts over 41.2 innings in his last seven starts. He'll look to keep it going when he returns to the mound for his next projected start Saturday in Cleveland.
May 7 2024Ober didn't factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three hits and one walk over five innings against the Mariners. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although Ober wasn't credited with the win, he allowed three or fewer hits for the fifth time in his last six appearances. Both runs against him came in the second, when Mitch Haniger swatted a leadoff homer and Luis Urias scored from first on a Dylan Moore double. After a hideous eight-run, 1.1-inning start to kick off the regular season, Ober has been outstanding, with a 2.55 ERA and a 34:7 K:BB across 35.1 innings. He's tentatively scheduled to close out a two-start week Sunday at Toronto.
May 1 2024Ober (3-1) earned the win Wednesday over the White Sox, allowing four runs on six hits while striking out three over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing two runs in the opening frame, Ober settled in to hold Chicago to just two more runs over his final five innings en route to a third consecutive winning decision. The four runs were the most Ober's allowed since he was tagged for eight runs in his first start of the year against Kansas City -- he'd held opponents to two runs or fewer in each of his subsequent four outings. Overall, the 28-year-old right-hander sports a 4.55 ERA with a 1.04 WHIP and 28:7 K:BB through 31.2 innings this season. Ober's currently slated for a home matchup with the Mariners in his next turn.
Apr 26 2024Ober (2-1) allowed two runs on three this and three walks over 7.1 innings Friday, striking out eight and earning a win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober fired five shutout frames before the Angels broke through with a run in the sixth inning. After he was throttled for eight runs in his season debut, the 28-year-old righty has given up just four runs over his last four starts, dropping his ERA down to 4.21 through 25.2 innings. He's also posted an impressive 24:6 K:BB through 24.1 frames over his last four outings. Ober is currently in line for a road matchup with the White Sox next week, where he has a good chance to continue riding this momentum.
Apr 20 2024Ober (1-1) earned the win over the Tigers on Saturday, allowing one run on two hits and one walk over six innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was efficient in turning in his second consecutive quality start, needing only 82 pitches to complete six innings. The right-hander got 14 swings and misses and was rewarded with his first win of the season. Since his disastrous, eight-run blowup against the Royals in his 2024 debut, Ober has allowed just two earned runs over 17 innings in his last three starts, with a 16:3 K:BB in that span. He tentatively lines up for a home matchup against the White Sox next week.
Apr 14 2024Ober pitched six scoreless innings, allowing three hits while striking out three batters in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Tigers. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was in full command Sunday, throwing 58 of his 84 total pitches for strikes while limiting Detroit to two doubles and a single. The right-hander has now combined to pitch 11 innings of one-run ball over his last two starts after allowing nine runs (eight earned) in his first start of the season against the Royals on March 31. Ober will look to build off of the momentum of his last two outings in his next start, which is projected to be Saturday at home against the Tigers.
Apr 8 2024Ober did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over five innings against the Dodgers. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober bounced back nicely after a terrible first start at Kansas City where he gave up eight runs in 1.1 innings. It was an especially impressive outing considering the opposing lineup. He next lines up to start Saturday at Detroit.
Apr 7 2024Ober and the Twins won't face the Guardians on Sunday due to inclement weather in Minnesota, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two teams will make up the game as part of a split doubleheader Aug. 9. As a result of the postponement, Minnesota is likely to push all five members of its rotation back a day in the schedule, so Ober's next start is expected to come Monday versus the Dodgers at Target Field.
Mar 31 2024Ober (0-1) picked up the loss after he pitched 1.1 innings, allowing eight runs on nine hits and a walk while striking out a batter, in Sunday's 11-0 defeat against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was off his game Sunday, allowing three homers to Kansas City, including a three-run shot by Salvador Perez in the first inning. The right-hander allowed two more homers to open the second frame, failing to make it out of the inning. Ober will try to hit the reset button before returning to the mound for his next projected start Sunday versus the Guardians.
Mar 2 2024Ober gave up one run with seven strikeouts and no walks over three innings in Saturday's spring training loss to Philadelphia. He reached a carer-high 94.8 mph with his fastball, and Ober said he hopes to gain more velocity from offseason workouts, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober, however, also reached 94 mph with his fastball last spring, according to the report, but averaged just 91.4 mph on his fastball during the regular season. Still, his outing Saturday shows he's nearly in mid-season form. While Ober may not have an overpowering fastball, it's offset by his outstanding control (5% BB%) and above average off-speed pitches (slider, curve ball, change-up). He's set to be a vital part of Minnesota's rotation.
Oct 6 2023Ober will start Saturday against the Astros in Game 1 of the ALDS, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober wasn't even on the Twins' AL Wild Card Series roster, but he'll be entrusted with the series opener in Houston. The big right-hander was sent to the minors following a midseason swoon, but he returned in September to post a 2.08 ERA with 26 strikeouts in 21.2 innings of work. Ober will be opposed by Justin Verlander in Game 1.
Oct 1 2023Ober allowed one run on two hits over 6.2 innings during Sunday's loss to Colorado. He struck out nine and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was terrific aside from coughing up a solo shot to Nolan Jones in the fourth inning. Ober matched his season high with nine punchouts while forcing a season-high 22 whiffs. He gave up two or fewer runs in each of his final four starts of the regular season, registering a 2.08 ERA and a 26:3 K:BB during that stretch. Ober ended the year with a strong 3.43 ERA and 146:29 K:BB through 144.1 innings.
Sep 26 2023Ober (8-6) earned the win Tuesday, allowing two hits over five scoreless innings against the Athletics. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Ober didn't go deeper than five innings for a ninth consecutive start, he turned in one of his best starts of the season, tying his season high in strikeouts while not allowing a homer for the first time since mid-July. Ober could have a tougher time in his next projected start, which will come Sunday against the Rockies at Coors Field.
Sep 21 2023Ober did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on three hits and three walks over five innings against the Reds. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober surrendered just two runs on the afternoon despite allowing the leadoff man to reach base in three of his five innings. He's now given up exactly two runs in four of his last five starts and has surrendered at least one homer in 10 straight. It also marked the third time in his last five outings that he's issued at three walks, though he still carries a solid 9:3 K:BB through two September starts to along with a 3.60 ERA.
Sep 16 2023Ober will make a start during the team's upcoming series against the Reds, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober made an effective start Friday night against the White Sox, which was enough to convince the Twins to keep him in the rotation. He'd line up to retake the mound Wednesday on full rest, though the team hasn't made it official which day he will start. Dallas Keuchel will shift to a relief role.
Sep 15 2023Ober was recalled from Triple-A St. Paul on Friday, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will make a spot start for the Twins on Friday against the White Sox as the Twins given their regular rotation members a little breather in the final month of the regular season. The tall right-hander struck out three over five innings of one-run ball in his last start for St. Paul. Ober posted a 2.61 ERA for the Twins in the first half but was demoted after holding a 5.85 ERA in eight starts after the break.
Sep 13 2023Ober could start for the Twins on Friday versus the White Sox, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pablo Lopez would be on regular rest, but the Twins have TBA listed and it looks like they'll use it as an opportunity to give their regular rotation members some extra rest. Ober last pitched for Triple-A St. Paul on Sept. 9, so he would be on five days' rest Friday.
Aug 28 2023Ober was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul on Monday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins have sent Ober to the minor leagues to make room for Kody Funderburk. Ober has struggled in five August starts, posting a 5.63 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with a 25:8 K:BB across 24 innings. The right-hander will be a candidate to rejoin the squad when rosters expand, given his 3.67 ERA through 22 starts (122.2 frames) so far this season.
Aug 27 2023Ober allowed five runs on five hits and a walk while striking out four over four innings in a no-decision versus the Rangers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober's winless streak reached seven outings, and this was the first time in August he failed to complete five innings. He gave up a solo home run to J.P. Martinez and a grand slam to Jonah Heim in the contest, continuing a stretch of eight straight starts in which Ober has allowed a homer. For the season, the right-hander has a 3.67 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 120:26 K:BB through 122.2 innings over 22 starts. He's projected for a road rematch against the Rangers next weekend.
Aug 22 2023Ober did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks over five innings against the Brewers. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All the damage against Ober came early, with Willy Adames launching a two-run home run in the first inning to mark Ober's seventh consecutive start allowing a long ball, a streak that dates back to the All-Star Break. He also tied his season high in walks and was pulled after 78 pitches despite holding the Brewers to a pair of hits. The outing continued a mildly concerning stretch of brief starts for Ober, who has gone five or fewer frames in five consecutive appearances. He'll likely have a tough time pitching deep in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to come against the Rangers.
Aug 16 2023Ober did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over five innings against the Tigers. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober scattered five hits but issued three walks, which tied a season high. The 28-year-old allowed two runs, both of which came on Miguel Cabrera's 509th career home run in the second inning. After a stellar first half, Ober has struggled in his six starts since the All-Star break, posting a 5.52 ERA and 1.55 WHIP despite an impressive 34:4 K:BB across 31 innings during that span. He is currently lined up to face the Brewers on the road early next week.
Aug 9 2023Ober (6-6) took the loss Wednesday, allowing five runs (four earned) on 11 hits and a walk over five innings in a 9-5 loss to the Tigers. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober tallied a season high in strikeouts, though he surrendered 11 hits for the second time in his last three starts as he fell to the Tigers. The 28-year-old Ober is now 1-2 with a 5.88 ERA over his previous five starts. Overall, his ERA is up to 3.40 with a 1.11 WHIP and 107:19 K:BB across 19 starts (108.2 innings) this season. Ober will look to get back on track in his next outing, currently scheduled as a home rematch with Detroit early next week.
Aug 5 2023Ober yielded two runs on six hits over five innings in Friday's win against Arizona. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober coughed up a solo homer in the second inning and another run in the fourth. While the three strikeouts were his lowest total since June 2, he's turned in four straight starts without issuing a walk. Ober lowered his ERA to 3.21 alongside a 98:18 K:BB across 103.2 frames. He's projected to take the mound in Detroit next week.
Jul 30 2023Ober (6-5) took the loss Saturday, surrendering six runs on 11 hits over four innings as the Twins were downed 10-7 by the Royals. He struck out five without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was maybe catching a bit too much of the plate in this one, as homers by Bobby Witt in the first inning and Michael Massey in the second helped dig an early hole. Ober hadn't given up more than four runs in a start all season coming into Saturday, but keeping the ball in the park is becoming an issue, as 10 of the 13 home runs he's served up have come in his last nine starts -- a stretch in which he has a 3.96 ERA despite a strong 1.11 WHIP and 55:7 K:BB through 52.1 innings. He'll look to bounce back in his next outing, likely to come at home next weekend against Arizona.
Jul 24 2023Ober did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing three runs on five hits and no walks over six innings against the White Sox. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up two solo home runs early as the Twins fell behind only to rally to tie the game in the ninth inning and win in the 12th. The right-hander has allowed just six earned runs in his last four starts (2.16 ERA) with a 24:3 K:BB ratio, and he's delivered a quality start in each of his past seven outings.
Jul 18 2023Ober (6-4) allowed three runs on seven hits and a hit batsman and struck out five without walking a batter over six innings to earn the win Tuesday over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober had a rough first inning, in which he allowed six of the seven hits he gave up. He settled in after that and retired 12 of the last 13 batters he faced to walk away with his sixth straight quality start. The right-hander now has a 2.74 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 84:18 K:BB through 88.2 innings over 15 starts in what's been a quietly impressive campaign. Ober is projected for a home start versus the White Sox this weekend.
Jul 7 2023Ober allowed a run on four hits and three walks while striking out five over six innings in a no-decision versus the Orioles on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober limited the damage to a sixth-inning sacrifice fly from Cedric Mullins. This was Ober's fifth straight quality start -- in that span, he's given up nine runs over 31 innings with a 32:5 K:BB. The right-hander now has a 2.61 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 79:18 K:BB through 82.2 innings across 14 starts this season. His first start after the All-Star break is expected to be on the road, either in Oakland or Seattle.
Jul 2 2023Ober (5-4) earned the win Saturday against the Orioles after he allowed just two hits and no walks across seven scoreless innings. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old needed only 85 pitches to get through seven frames, and the Minnesota bullpen maintained a 1-0 advantage to give him his second win in his past eight starts. Despite the lack of victories during that stretch, Ober has pitched well of late with quality starts in five of his last six outings, and he has a 37:4 K:BB during that six-start span. A rematch at home versus Baltimore likely awaits next weekend for the right-hander.
Jun 26 2023Ober allowed three runs on five hits and a walk while striking out eight over six innings Sunday against the Tigers. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers tacked all three of their runs against Ober in the third inning on two doubles and two singles. He settled down after that and tossed three strong frames while allowing only one batter to reach on a walk. The 27-year-old racked up a season-high eight strikeouts and generated 17 whiffs while avoiding a loss after the Twins wound up coming back to win in extra innings. Ober has quality starts now in four of his last five outings and sports a sparkling 2.98 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 66:15 K:BB over 69.2 innings thus far. He lines up for a meeting with the Orioles next weekend.
Jun 20 2023Ober (4-4) took the loss Tuesday, allowing three runs on eight hits over six innings against the Red Sox. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Ober managed his third quality start in his last four appearances, he fell to his fourth loss of the season Tuesday. After holding Boston scoreless through three innings, Ober surrendered solo homers to Adam Duvall and Christian Arroyo in the fourth. Over his last three starts (17.1 innings), Ober owns a 4.15 ERA with an 18:3 K:BB and has served up five long balls. He's tentatively scheduled to make his next start during a three-game road series against Detroit this weekend.
Jun 14 2023Ober (4-3) earned the win Wednesday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over six innings against Milwaukee. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After surrendering back-to-back home runs to Brian Anderson and Luis Urias in the second inning, Ober only allowed three more hitters to reach base over his six innings of work. The right-hander struck out seven batters for the second straight start and has now gone at least six innings in five of his last eight appearances. Ober has more than held his own this season, limiting opponents to two or fewer runs in seven of his 10 starts.
Jun 8 2023Ober (3-3) took the loss Thursday, allowing four runs on three hits and two walks over 5.1 innings against Tampa Bay. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober (3-3) ran right through the Rays' lineup the first time around, striking out the side in both the second and third innings while not allowing a baserunner through the first three frames. The second time around didn't go as smoothly, however, as the right-hander surrendered three runs with two outs in the fourth, including a two-run bomb to Harold Ramirez. Ober has now lost his last three decisions, though his seven strikeouts Thursday tied his season high. He also produced an impressive 15 swings and misses in the contest.
Jun 2 2023Ober yielded four hits over six scoreless in Friday's win over Cleveland. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed just one Guardian to reach scoring position and face almost no trouble in his strong outing. He dropped his ERA to 2.33 with his first scoreless appearance since May 5. The 27-year-old righty registered a 4.09 ERA over his previous four starts but he walked just five batters during that span. Ober is projected to start in Tampa Bay next week.
May 29 2023Ober (3-2) took the loss Sunday against the Blue Jays after allowing two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out seven over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober failed to make it past five innings for the second straight outing but did strike out a season-high seven batters and had 17 whiffs in the process. The two runs he let up were a bit unlucky, as it came from a bloop single that dropped between three Twins players in shallow left center. The 27-year-old settled in the rest of the way and only allowed one more batter to get into scoring position. Overall, Ober has been an excellent addition to the Twins' rotation and now sits at a 2.68 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 37:11 K:BB over 40.1 innings. He lines up for a home start against the Guardians next weekend.
May 22 2023Ober (3-1) took the loss against San Francisco on Monday, allowing four runs on three hits and three walks while striking out two batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober had a disastrous start to the contest, issuing three walks and surrendering two hits (a double and a homer) while allowing four runs before notching his first out. To his credit, the right-hander bounced back and held the Giants to just one hit and no runs the rest of the way, but enough damage had already been done to send him to his first loss of the campaign. Though Ober's fantasy managers won't be happy with this performance, there is likely some relief in seeing the non-catastrophic final line given how the outing started for him. Ober still owns an excellent 2.55 ERA and 0.99 WHIP on the season.
May 16 2023Ober (3-0) allowed a run on six hits and a walk while striking out six over six innings to earn the win Tuesday versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober's strung together three straight quality starts, and he's struck out six batters in each of his last four outings. He threw 65 of 102 pitches for strikes in a fairly dominant showing Tuesday. The right-hander is now at a 1.78 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 28:7 K:BB through 30.1 innings over five starts this season. Ober is lined up for a home start versus the Giants in his next outing.
May 11 2023Ober allowed three runs on six hits and no walks while striking out six batters over six innings in a no-decision against San Diego on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober's outing didn't start off well, as he served up a solo homer to Fernando Tatis on the first pitch of the game. However, the right-hander rebounded from there, yielding just two more runs and completing six frames to record his second consecutive quality start. Ober's ERA actually jumped nearly a run (from 0.98 to 1.85) despite the solid outing, as he entered Thursday having given up one or zero runs in each of his first three starts. He's posted a 22:6 K:BB over 24.1 innings and has been a great find for fantasy managers after spending most of the first month of the season in the minors.
May 6 2023Ober (2-0) earned the win Friday, allowing zero runs on three hits and one walk over seven innings during a 2-0 victory over the Guardians. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober drew a second straight start with Kenta Maeda (triceps) and Tyler Mahle (elbow) on the injured list, and he continues to make the most of his limited opportunities. Friday's outing marked Ober's first quality start of the season, and he's allowed just two runs over three appearances (18.1 innings). Ober's 0.98 ERA and 0.87 WHIP are likely unsustainable, and his 16:6 K:BB isn't eye-popping, but he continues to get results and should remain in the rotation as long as Maeda and Mahle are unavailable.
May 4 2023Ober is scheduled to start Friday's series opener in Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As anticipated, Ober will receive another turn through the rotation while Kenta Maeda (triceps) and Tyler Mahle (elbow) are stuck on the injured list. In his return from Triple-A St. Paul last weekend, Ober took a no-decision but was excellent over 5.2 innings against the Royals, striking out six while allowing one earned run on four hits and two walks.
Apr 30 2023Ober didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Royals, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander just missed a quality start, leaving after 88 pitches (55 strikes), but Ober still pitched well enough to collect a win. Minnesota's batters couldn't cash in most of their chances to drive in runs, however, racking up a massive 25 LOB. Ober's stay in the rotation should be a longer one this time with Kenta Maeda (triceps) on the IL and Tyler Mahle (elbow) potentially set to join him, but the 27-year-old has earned the assignment with a 1.59 ERA and 10:5 K:BB through his first two starts and 11.1 innings this season.
Apr 29 2023Ober was recalled Saturday from Triple-A St. Paul. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will replace the injured Kenta Maeda (triceps) in the Twins' starting rotation, beginning Saturday afternoon against the Royals. The 27-year-old right-hander tossed 5.2 innings of one-run ball last Sunday versus the Nationals and has also been pitching well this season at the Triple-A level. He should make for an attractive pickup in most standard fantasy formats.
Apr 28 2023Ober will be called up to start Saturday's game against the Royals, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Kenta Maeda (elbow) trending toward a stint on the injured list, Ober will return to the Twins less than a week after being optioned to Triple-A St. Paul. Ober is off to a strong start to the season with a 2.55 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in the minors, and he allowed just one run through 5.1 innings in a spot start Sunday.
Mar 26 2023The Twins optioned Ober to Triple-A St. Paul on Sunday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober made three appearances in the Grapefruit League, and he didn't allow a run while forging a 6:2 K:BB and 0.33 WHIP. The right-hander was not going to be a part of Minnesota's rotation, so he'll head to Triple-A to receive regular innings. Ober will likely make starts for the Twins before the end of the season, and he could be worth a look as a streamer on those occasions based on his success in 2022.
Mar 8 2023Ober threw two scoreless innings with two strikeouts in Wednesday's spring training win over Toronto. Ober has averaged more than 93 mph with his fastball in both spring starts after averaging 91.5 mph during the 2022 regular season, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has thrown three scoreless innings with five strikeouts and a walk in two spring starts. Ober is challenging for a spot in the rotation, but he's likely the sixth starter at the moment and thus could begin the season in the minors. It's also possible the Twins could opt for a six-man rotation as Kenta Maeda (elbow) works his way back from Tommy John surgery. Ober will make the decision difficult if he continues to pitch this well during spring training.
Jan 20 2023Ober could begin the season at Triple-A St. Paul following the Twins' addition of Pablo Lopez, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's also possible the Twins could opt for a six-man rotation, something which might appeal to them especially early on as Kenta Maeda (elbow) eases back into things in his first year back from Tommy John surgery. Ober hasn't been a bastion of health himself but has pitched well when on the mound, including last season when he held a 3.21 ERA over 11 starts for Minnesota.
Oct 3 2022Ober did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk over five innings against the White Sox. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed just two hits on the night, but they were timely as they both came in the second inning, including a two-run home run off the bat of Josh Harrison. In four starts since returning from the injured list Sept. 16, Ober earned a 2.04 ERA over 22.1 innings, finishing the campaign on a high note. In 56 innings on the season, the 27-year old went 2-3 with a 3.21 ERA.
Sep 27 2022Ober (2-3) got the win after he tossed 7.1 scoreless innings, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out 10 batters Tuesday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was in full command Tuesday, registering a season-high 10 punchouts while blanking the White Sox over 7.1 frames. The right-hander has now allowed three runs over 12.1 innings while striking out 13 batters over two starts since returning from the 15-day injured list Sept. 16. He now owns a 3.18 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 47 punchouts over 51 frames in 10 starts this season. Ober is tentatively set to pitch next on Sunday versus the Tigers, which would be his final outing of the 2022 campaign.
Sep 22 2022Ober (1-3) took the loss Wednesday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk over five innings against the Royals. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed two runs in the first inning, a leadoff home run from catcher MJ Melendez and an RBI double from Salvador Perez. This was just the second start since June 1 for the righty as he kept Cleveland off the board for five innings during his return from injury (groin) Sept. 16. The 27-year-old has been better in five road starts this season with a 3.00 ERA and 1.04 WHIP over 27 innings compared to a 4.86 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 16.2 innings at home.
Sep 16 2022Ober allowed one hit and one walk over five shutout innings against Cleveland on Friday. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was in line for the victory before Cleveland mounted a late comeback to steal the victory. The 27-year-old righty made his first start June 1 after a lengthy stay on the injured list while dealing with a groin issue. He turned in his first scoreless outing since firing six shutout frames April 17. Ober is now sporting a 3.49 ERA with a 34:8 K:BB through eight starts this season. He's lined up to start in Kansas City next week.
Sep 15 2022Ober (groin) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Friday against the Guardians, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has been sidelined by a strained groin since the start of June, but he's ready to rejoin Minnesota's rotation after a three-game rehab assignment. The 27-year-old has a 4.01 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB across 33.2 innings this year, and he could face some workload limitations in his first start back from the IL.
Sep 8 2022Ober (groin) will continue his rehab process in Triple-A St. Paul and make his third rehab start Sunday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has made two starts in Single-A Fort Myers and put up a 1.29 ERA and 0.71 WHIP over seven innings with six strikeouts. He will be put on a pitch count of about 80 when he makes his third rehab start Sunday and could still be back before the end of the season.
Sep 6 2022Ober (groin) is scheduled to make his second rehab start Tuesday with Single-A Fort Myers, Brandon Warne of Access Twins reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober joined the affiliate last week for his first game action in three months and looked good over his three-inning outing, striking out three while allowing one run on three hits. The 42-pitch appearance suggests that Ober will be built up as a starter during his rehab program, so he'll likely require at least one or two additional outings beyond Tuesday before the Twins bring him back from the 60-day injured list. Before being shut down with an aponeurotic plate injury, Ober made seven starts for Minnesota and produced a 4.01 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB across 33.2 innings.
Aug 29 2022Ober (groin) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Fort Myers on Thursday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober tossed live batting practice without issue Monday and will now progress to the next phase of his rehab. Park notes that due to his extended stay on the injured list, Ober won't be stretched back out to a starting role but instead could be used in long relief once activated.
Aug 22 2022Ober (groin) was scheduled to face hitters in a live batting practice session Monday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The live session represents a step forward in the rehab process for Ober, who has been throwing full-effort bullpen sessions featuring all of his pitches over the past couple of weeks. The Twins remain optimistic that Ober will be able to return from the 60-day injured list at some point in September, but it's unclear if he'll have enough time to properly build up for a starting role with the big club. Given that he's been sidelined since June 1 with the right groin strain, Ober will likely need to make multiple minor-league rehab appearances prior to being activated.
Aug 13 2022Ober (groin) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Friday and is expected to throw another one Tuesday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He reported no issues after the session. Ober has been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. The Twins have said Ober is aiming for a return in September.
Aug 10 2022Ober (groin) threw a 20-pitch bullpen on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla., with no issues, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. This is his first significant sign of progress since June. The Twins have said Ober is aiming for a return in September.
Aug 7 2022Ober (groin) will begin a bullpen progression on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla. in hopes of a September return, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is Ober's first sign of progress in weeks as in late June it was said he was close to a bullpen session. He's been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone.
Jul 30 2022Ober (groin) was placed on the 60-day injured list Saturday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This doesn't change anything for Ober, who hasn't pitched since June 1, but it does open up a 40-man roster spot for Minnesota. The tall righty has not yet started throwing off a mound but was expected to start playing catch this weekend.
Jul 28 2022Ober (groin) will play catch this week and hopes to throw off a mound "soon," manager Rocco Baldelli told the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It doesn't sound like Ober has made much progress in the past month as there was a similar report in late June that he hoped to soon throw a bullpen session. He's been out eight weeks with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. There seems a decent chance he could be shut down for the season if he's not soon back on track to returning.
Jun 22 2022Ober (groin) has started playing catch and said he's hopeful to return to the mound and throw a bullpen by the end of this week, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone, the Star Tribune adds. Ober could make the first of likely several rehab starts next week.
Jun 6 2022Ober will be placed on the 15-day injured list with a right groin injury Monday, Megan Ryan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was sidelined with a right groin strain earlier in the season, and while the extent of his current injury isn't yet clear, he'll at least be forced to miss a few turns through the rotation. The right-hander gave up eight runs in nine innings over his last two starts, and it's possible that his injury contributed to his struggles. Cole Sands is a strong candidate to take Ober's place in the starting rotation.
Jun 2 2022Ober (1-2) took the loss after allowing five runs on nine hits across six innings during Wednesday's 5-0 loss to the Tigers. He recorded four strikeouts and zero walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed a leadoff double in the first inning to Willi Castro, who came around to score on an RBI single from Jonathan Schoop two batters later. However, the right-hander was able to settle down and throw three scoreless innings before finding himself in trouble again in the fifth. Ober allowed five of the first six to reach in the fifth, including three doubles, which led to four more earned runs. After seven starts, Ober's ERA sits at 4.01 ERA, but he sports a 29:7 K:BB across 33.2 innings. His next start is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday's matchup with the Yankees.
May 28 2022Ober didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 10-7 win over the Royals, giving up three runs on five hits and a walk over three innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins staked Ober to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, but after he coughed up three runs of his own in the third, he got the hook after 61 pitches (38 strikes). Ober hadn't allowed more than one earned run in a start since his first outing of the season, leaving him with a 3.25 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 25:7 K:BB through 27.2 innings.
May 22 2022Ober allowed one run on three hits and a walk over five innings in Sunday's win over the Royals. He struck out four and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober made his first start since April 28 after a stint on the injured list and he picked up right where he left off before the injury. Aside from the third inning when Kansas City plated a run, he allowed just one base runner in the 78-pitch outing. Since yielding four runs in his first start of 2022, the 26-year-old has given up five runs (three earned) over his last 19.2 frames. Ober will carry a 2.55 ERA into his projected rematch against the Royals at home next week.
May 21 2022Ober (groin) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will start Sunday's game against the Royals, and he'll be activated by Minnesota a day before the outing. The right-hander has been sidelined since late April due to a right groin strain but has been pitching off a mound for several weeks. He recently made a rehab start at Triple-A St. Paul and allowed five runs (four earned) on four hits and no walks while striking out seven in five innings. Josh Winder (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day injured list as part of a series of roster moves.
May 20 2022Ober (groin) is expected to start Sunday's game against the Royals, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Rocco Baldelli said Tuesday that Ober would return during the Twins' weekend series against the Royals, and the right-hander will ultimately take the mound in Sunday's series finale. Prior to Ober's three-week absence, he posted a 2.75 ERA and 1.22 WHIP in 19.2 innings over four starts to begin the year.
May 17 2022Manager Rocco Baldelli said Tuesday that Ober (groin) will return from the injured list to start during the upcoming three-game series against the Royals, which begins Friday, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old covered five innings during his rehab start with Triple-A St. Paul on Sunday, and it's not a major surprise he'll make his next outing in the majors. Ober may face some minor workload limitations in his first start back from the groin injury which has sidelined him the past few weeks.
May 16 2022Ober (groin) gave up five runs (four earned) over five innings in a rehab start Sunday for Triple-A St. Paul. He had seven strikeouts and no walks but gave up a home run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober looked sharp enough to return to the major-league rotation, but it's not clear when he'll return. However, manager Rocco Baldelli told the Minneapolis Star Tribune he could join the Twins on the upcoming road trip. He could be activated from the IL and start a game this weekend at Kansas City.
May 14 2022Ober (groin) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober threw 20 pitches during a bullpen session Wednesday and will now return to game action with the team's Triple-A affiliate. If the right-hander's Triple-A start goes well Saturday, he'll likely be in the mix to rejoin the Twins' rotation late next week or sometime next weekend.
May 11 2022Ober (groin) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session Wednesday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old completed an 18-pitch session Saturday and returned to the mound Wednesday. Ober will likely need to build up his pitch count and face live batters before potentially embarking on a minor-league rehab assignment.
May 8 2022Ober (groin) threw an 18-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober has been on the injured list since the end of April due to a right groin strain, but he's been cleared to resume mound work. The right-hander will presumably need to increase his pitch count before returning to game action, so it's not yet clear when he'll rejoin the Twins' rotation.
Apr 30 2022Ober (groin) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, retroactive to April 29. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober exited Thursday's start against the Tigers due to a right groin strain and felt better Friday, but he'll still miss at least one turn through the rotation. Cole Sands was recalled from Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday, while Josh Winder is a candidate to serve as a spot starter next week.
Apr 22 2022Ober struck out six in five innings, allowing one run on five hits in a 2-1 win Friday over the White Sox. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober allowed just three harmless singles over his first four innings of work. He got into some trouble in the fifth when Andrew Vaughn tagged him for a leadoff home run and Reese McGuire added a double. The righty then retired the next three batters to complete his outing. The 26-year-old was roughed up in his first start of the season but has pitched well in his last two appearances, allowing three runs (one earned) and one walk in 11 innings of work.
Apr 17 2022Ober (1-1) gave up two unearned runs over six innings with three strikeouts and no walks to take the loss in Sunday's matchup against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober left with the Twins trailing 2-1, but the bullpen gave up six runs after he departed. Ober has a 3.27 ERA and 7:3 K:BB ratio over 11 innings in two starts this season. He'll next pitch Friday against the White Sox as the Twins will move to a five-man rotation with Sonny Gray on the injured list.
Apr 10 2022Ober gave up four earned runs over five innings with four strikeouts and two walks to earn a win in his first start of the regular season in Sunday's victory over Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober gave up a three-run home run and four runs in the third inning, but he settled down by throwing scoreless frames in the fourth and fifth innings. Minnesota is going with a six-man rotation the first week of the season, so Ober is expected to make his next start Sunday at Boston. It's not clear if the Twins will stick with a six-man rotation after next Sunday.
Mar 20 2022Ober is expected to be in the Opening Day rotation, manager Rocco Baldelli told MLB.com. Ober threw two scoreless innings in his spring debut Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober finished last season on the injured list with a strained hip, but he's fully healthy as spring training begins. Ober looks set to have a rotation spot even if the Twins acquire another veteran starter. Ober doesn't have an overpowering fastball (92.5 mph average), but it's offset by his outstanding control and improving off-speed pitches (slider, curveball). He could improve dramatically if he can limit home runs (1.95 HR/9 last year).
Sep 28 2021Ober was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, ending his 2021 season, Brandon Warne of Access Twins reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober lined up for one final start of the season this week, but his rookie campaign will instead come to an unceremonious end due to the hip issue. The 26-year-old had a strong showing in his first taste of the majors with a 4.19 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 96:19 K:BB across 92.1 innings (20 starts). He'll have more than four months to get healthy before the start of spring training, when he should have an inside track to a rotation spot for 2022.
Sep 24 2021Ober (3-3) allowed one run on four hits while striking out six across 5.1 innings to earn the win against Toronto on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his previous start -- also against Toronto -- Ober allowed four runs in four innings, but he was much more effective in the rematch Friday. The right-hander pitched into the sixth frame for the first time in September and allowed only four hits, half of which -- including a home run -- came off the bat of Marcus Semien. Ober's six strikeouts fell one shy of his season high, and he didn't walk any batters for the fourth time in his past five outings. He'll look to build on the victory when he takes on the Tigers at home next week.
Sep 18 2021Ober (2-3) allowed four runs on four hits and two walks with three strikeouts through four innings, taking the loss in Saturday's 6-2 defeat to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober couldn't contain a hot Blue Jays lineup Saturday, allowing a solo shot to Marcus Semien and a three-run homer to Teoscar Hernandez before being yanked after four innings. Minnesota's deployment of Ober has been interesting, as it has used the rookie as more of an extended opener rather than a true starter this season. The 26-year-old has thrown over 85 pitches just once in 19 starts and has never gone beyond the sixth inning. If the Twins take the training wheels off Ober next season and allow him to pitch deeper into games, the 6-foot-9 right-hander's ability to rack up strikeouts could make him a fantasy sleeper.
Sep 13 2021Ober allowed three runs on five hits while striking out six over 4.1 innings Sunday against the Royals. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Royals got on the board right away against Ober with a double and a base hit before Salvador Perez hit a sacrifice fly to score Whit Merrifield. Adalberto Mondesi then led off the second inning with a solo blast to right. Ober held the Royals' bats quiet over the next two innings but then started the fifth by allowing a pair of base hits with one out before his day was finished. One of the runners would come in to score, charging a third run to Ober on his final line. The 25-year-old has now failed to reach five innings in back-to-back starts and owns a 4.12 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 87:17 K:BB over 83 innings. He's lined up to take the mound next weekend against the scorching hot Blue Jays lineup.
Sep 6 2021Ober allowed two runs on six hits and struck out four in four innings versus Cleveland on Monday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As planned, Ober and Michael Pineda combined to cover seven innings in the contest. Minnesota led wire-to-wire, but Ober didn't work deep enough into the contest to earn the win. He's been solid in his last five starts, yielding seven runs (six earned) in 26.1 innings while adding a 25:2 K:BB in that span. The 26-year-old has a 4.00 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 81:17 K:BB across 78.2 innings, but he'll likely have his workload limited as he completes his first major-league season. Ober projects for a home start versus Kansas City this weekend.
Sep 3 2021Michael Pineda (oblique) is expected to piggyback Ober in his start Monday in Cleveland, with the two pitchers combining for six or seven innings, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This would likely mean that Ober would not qualify for the win in that outing. Pineda is going to piggyback rather than go out on a rehab assignment, but it is unclear if this arrangement will just be a one-time thing or something the Twins will utilize down the stretch.
Aug 30 2021Ober (2-2) allowed two runs on five hits over six innings Monday, striking out five and earning a win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober coughed up a solo homer to Derek Hill in the third inning and an RBI single to Zack Short in the fifth. He moved to 2-2 on the year and picked up his first win since July 5. Over his last eight starts, the 6-foot-9 righty has given up 13 earned runs over 41.2 innings (2.81 ERA) with a 40:6 K:BB. Ober will carry a 3.98 ERA into his projected road start against the Rays this weekend.
Aug 25 2021Ober allowed four hits and a walk while striking out seven in five shutout innings, taking a no-decision versus Boston on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober went eight days between starts as Minnesota manages the workload of its younger starters. The extra rest seemed to serve him well, although the 26-year-old was denied the win as the bullpen faltered to force extra innings. Ober has a 4.06 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 72:17 K:BB through 68.2 innings this season. The right-hander has allowed three or fewer runs in each of his last six starts, but due to a mixture pitch counts and team performance, he's taken just one decision (a loss) in that span. He tentatively lines up to face Detroit next Monday, but he could be pushed back into a two-game set versus the Cubs when Minnesota locks in its pitching plans.
Aug 18 2021Ober won't make his second start of the week Sunday against the Yankees as initially anticipated, with Griffin Jax instead receiving the nod for that game, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In an effort to limit the workloads of Ober and fellow rookies Jax and Charlie Barnes, the Twins opted to expand their rotation to six men for at least this week. Rather than having Ober -- who tossed a quality start in Tuesday's loss to Cleveland -- make his second start of the week Sunday, manager Rocco Baldelli's decision to add a bullpen day to the mix for Thursday's series opener in New York pushes the 26-year-old right-hander's next turn back to next week. Ober is now expected to make his 15th start of the season Aug. 24 in Boston.
Aug 17 2021Ober (1-2) allowed two earned runs on five hits with three strikeouts through six innings, taking the loss in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat to Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober blanked Cleveland through four innings until Daniel Johnson took him deep for a two-run homer in the fifth. The right-hander then gave up an unearned run before getting the hook from manager Rocco Baldelli. Tuesday marked the first time Ober has been deeper than 5.1 innings in his major league career, but he owes that more to his efficiency on the night (no walks, 69 pitches) than to a change in his deployment. The Twins clearly want to be careful with the 26-year-old, as he has eclipsed 90 pitches just once in 14 starts and has never thrown more than 80 innings in a season in his professional career.
Aug 11 2021Ober allowed six hits and a walk with six strikeouts over 5.1 scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the White Sox on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander again saw a limited workload, throwing 54 of 82 pitches for strikes. He was able to work effectively, but Minnesota didn't open the scoring until the bottom of the sixth inning on Jorge Polanco's solo home run. Ober remains unlikely to be allowed to throw much more than 80 pitches down the stretch, which greatly limits how deep he can work in games if he's not at his best. He has a 4.53 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 62:16 K:BB across 57.2 innings this year. The 26-year-old is projected to make his next start versus Cleveland next week.
Aug 6 2021Ober allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk with five strikeouts in five innings, taking a no-decision versus Houston on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Minnesota continues to be cautious with the right-hander, as he worked right to his 80-pitch limit Friday. Ober was in line for the loss after allowing home runs to Taylor Jones and Chas McCormick, but Minnesota rallied from behind to get him off the hook. Ober owns a 4.99 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 56:15 K:BB across 52.1 innings, but he'll have to be at his best to have chances to win given his workload restrictions. He's expected to make his next start at home versus the White Sox next week.
Aug 2 2021Minnesota is considering reducing Ober's workload the rest of the season since he didn't pitch in 2020 and has never thrown more than 78 innings in a season, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins are limiting him to about 80 pitches per start and could give him extra rest between starts late in the season. Ober has been a pleasant surprise for the Twins with a 4.94 ERA but a 9.7 K/BB and 2.7 BB/9. He could put himself in position for a spot in the 2022 rotation with a strong finish to the season.
Jul 31 2021Ober allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk with six strikeouts through four innings, taking a no-decision in Saturday's 8-1 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober inherited an early 7-0 lead Saturday night and did his part to ensure the Cardinals couldn't stage a comeback. The only damage against his line came on a Harrison Bader RBI base hit in the fourth inning. Saturday marked his first start since July 5 in which he didn't allow multiple earned runs. His six strikeouts are one shy of his career high. The rookie has been a reliable option for the Twins since joining the rotation full-time in June. However, Minnesota's reluctance to allow Ober to go deep into ballgames limits his ability to accrue wins.
Jul 25 2021Ober allowed two earned runs on three hits and one walk while striking out four across 5.1 innings in the loss to the Angels on Sunday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober surrendered a fifth-inning home run to Max Stassi to tie the game. He was relieved with one out in the sixth inning. It was his longest start of the season. The 25-year-old has a 5.19 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP over 43.1 innings. His next start is scheduled for Saturday in St. Louis.
Jul 21 2021Ober allowed four runs (three earned) on five hits and a walk while striking out four over five innings against the White Sox on Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober picked up his first major league victory after tossing five shutout innings against the White Sox earlier this month but was not as sharp this time out. The White Sox got to him for two quick runs in the first inning and then Yoan Moncada delivered a big blow with a two-run homer in the third to make it a 4-1 ballgame. Ober has yet to go more than five innings in any of his nine starts and is averaging just over 70 pitches per outing, making it difficult for him to be in line for a win. The 25-year-old currently owns a 5.45 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 41:12 K:BB over 38 innings. He's currently lined up for a meeting with the Angels over the weekend.
Jul 16 2021Ober won't start during the three-game series against the Tigers this weekend, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was originally penciled in as Saturday's starter, but he'll be pushed back following the postponement of Friday's doubleheader. Charlie Barnes and Kenta Maeda will start in Saturday's twin bill, while J.A. Happ pitches Sunday. The Twins have another doubleheader on tap Monday versus the White Sox, so Ober should be back on the mound before too long.
Jul 6 2021Ober (1-1) picked up the win Monday, giving up two hits and three walks over five scoreless innings in an 8-5 victory over the White Sox. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie right-hander turned in his best start yet, tossing 57 of 93 pitches for strikes as he recorded his first career win in the majors. Ober has yet to pitch longer than five innings in a start, however, which will make it difficult for him to return to the win column even when he pitches well. On the season, he has a 4.85 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 33:9 K:BB through 29.2 innings.
Jul 1 2021Ober (0-1) was handed his first career loss after giving up five runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three across 3.1 innings in a 13-3 defeat at the hands of the White Sox on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Four of the five runs Ober allowed came via the long ball, with all of Brian Goodwin, Andrew Vaughn and Jose Abreu taking him deep between the second and third innings. The rookie right-hander has now served up seven home runs in 24.2 innings, taking most of the shine off a strong 26:6 K:BB.
Jun 22 2021Ober gave up four runs on six hits and two walks over 4.1 innings during Tuesday's 10-7 loss to the Reds. He had two strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old only allowed a solo homer to Tucker Barnhart through four frames, but the Reds tagged him for three runs during the fifth inning, prompting his exit. It breaks a run of three strong starts for the right-hander, as he surrendered three runs over his previous 13 frames. Ober has a 4.64 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 23:4 K:BB over 21.1 innings this season.
Jun 17 2021Ober didn't factor into the decision Wednesday against the Mariners after tossing four scoreless innings, giving up one hit and fanning six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober entered this game having allowed three home runs in just 13 innings, but he managed to keep the ball in the park and delivered his best outing of the campaign. While it remains to be seen if manager Rocco Baldelli wants to keep him in the rotation going forward, this outing was certainly a step in the right direction for the young hurler. He owns a 3.71 ERA in 17 innings across four starts.
Jun 13 2021Ober is scheduled to stay in the Minnesota rotation for at least one more start, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. "I'd like for Bailey to get on a nice routine right now," manager Rocco Baldelli said. "He's been throwing the ball very well and he's been very productive in his starts, so we're going to tell him to just get ready to go pitch." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober will take the place of Matt Shoemaker, who has moved to the bullpen. Ober has a solid 10.4 K/9 and 1.4 BB/9, but he's given up three home runs in 13 innings. He'll need to keep the ball in the park to keep a spot in the rotation, with his next turn set to come Wednesday in Seattle. With the Twins far behind in the standings, they're likely to give Ober and other young pitchers extended trials in the rotation.
Jun 11 2021Ober did not factor in the decision Friday versus Houston, pitching five innings and allowing two runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In the third start of his career, Ober made it through five innings for the first time and racked up a career-best seven punchouts. He gave up seven hits -- including a fifth-inning homer off the bat of Jose Altuve -- but threw 52 of 72 pitches for strikes and issued only one free pass. Given the strength of the outing against baseball's top run-scoring offense, Ober figures to be lined up for another start. If he gets that opportunity, it is tentatively scheduled to take place at Seattle on Wednesday.
Jun 6 2021Ober allowed a run on five hits over four innings in Sunday's win over the Royals. He struck out four and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sunday was Ober's first MLB appearance since he was tagged for four runs in as many innings on May 18. The only run to score on him came on a fourth-inning single by Andrew Benintendi. The 6-foot-9 rookie has shown some promise with Triple-A St. Paul this season, registering a 2.81 ERA with 21 strikeouts in four appearances. Ober may not get another turn in the rotation but could continue making spot starts as necessary.
Jun 5 2021Ober will be called up to start Sunday's game against the Royals, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober made a spot start for the Twins on May 18, allowing four runs on five hits across four innings. He was optioned back to Triple-A St. Paul shortly after, but is now set for another opportunity with the big club. It's not yet known how Minnesota will make room on the 26-man roster for the right-hander.
May 21 2021Ober was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul on Friday, Brandon Warne of Access Twins reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was called up for a spot start Tuesday against the White Sox and wasn't particularly impressive, allowing four runs in four innings. Randy Dobnak was called up in a corresponding move and will start Friday in Cleveland.
May 18 2021Ober did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the White Sox after allowing four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out four across four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ober was making his Major League debut after getting called up from Triple-A St. Paul to make a spot start in replacement of Michael Pineda. Most of Ober's damage came via the long ball, including a solo shot by Jake Lamb in the first inning and a two-run homer by Yasmani Grandal in the third. Across two Triple-A starts this season, the 25-year-old posted a 1.29 ERA.
Mar 14 2021The Twins optioned Ober to minor-league camp Sunday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Along with Ober, fellow pitchers Dakota Chalmers, Jhoan Duran and Jordan Balazovic were also optioned as Minnesota made its first cuts of spring training. Ober didn't play in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor-league season, but he dazzled between three minor-league stops in 2019, posting a 0.69 ERA and 0.81 WHIP while striking out 100 over 78.2 innings. Expect him to slot into the rotation at Triple-A St. Paul to begin 2021.
Nov 20 2020Ober's contract was purchased by the Twins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 6-foot-9 righty dominated across multiple levels in 2019, logging a 0.69 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 100:9 K:BB in 78.2 innings. He finished that season with four starts at Double-A, so he could be assigned to Triple-A at the start of his age-25/26 season.