Nick Sandlin
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Jun 20 2025The Blue Jays activated Sandlin (lat) from the 15-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin hasn't pitched in the majors since April 19 but did make five rehab appearances ahead of his activation. Prior to his injury, Sandlin held a 2.25 ERA and 10:4 K:BB across eight innings of work. He should slide back into a middle-relief role for Toronto.
Jun 13 2025Sandlin (lat) allowed four runs on four hits and no walks in one-third of an inning during Thursday's rehab appearance with Triple-A Buffalo. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin made a pair of rehab outings in the Florida Complex League and has had his assignment shifted to Triple-A. The 28-year-old allowed a pair of homers in Thursday's appearance, but, per Mitch Bannon of The Athletic, the Blue Jays are more focused on how he bounces back from the outing. He'll likely need another appearance or two before being activated from the 15-day injured list.
Jun 3 2025Sandlin (lat) reported to the Blue Jays' rookie-level Florida Complex League affiliate Tuesday to begin a rehab assignment. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin was given the green light to begin a rehab assignment after he tossed a live batting practice session Friday without incident. The right-hander has been on the shelf since April 20 with a right lat strain and will likely make multiple appearances in the minors before returning from the 15-day injured list. He could be ready to rejoin the Toronto bullpen around the middle of June.
May 26 2025Sandlin (lat) is throwing a bullpen Monday at the Blue Jays' Florida complex, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin has been on the shelf since April 20 due to a strained right lat and Monday's session will be his first time throwing off a mound since sustaining the injury. The 28-year-old will need to advance to facing live hitters before potentially being activated sometime in June.
May 16 2025The Blue Jays are hoping Sandlin (lat) will be ready to throw a bullpen session Monday or Tuesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin has been throwing on flat ground from 120 feet and is almost ready to test things out from the bump. The right-handed reliever has been sidelined since late April with a right lat strain.
May 6 2025Sandlin (lat) has been playing catch up to 60 feet, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin landed on the 15-day injured list April 20 due to a right lat strain. He received a PRP injection to help speed up the recovery process, and he has taken the next step in his rehab program by playing catch. Sandlin posted a 2.25 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, one save and a 10:4 K:BB across eight innings prior to his placement on the IL.
Apr 21 2025Sandlin will receive a PRP injection for his right lat Tuesday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin landed on the 15-day injured list Sunday due to a right lat strain, and the hope is that the injection speeds up the recovery process. He'll be monitored over the next few days, and how he reacts to the treatment will help determine his rehab program and throwing schedule. Sandlin logged a 2.25 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, one save and two holds across eight innings prior to his placement on the IL.
Apr 20 2025The Blue Jays placed Sandlin on the 15-day injured list Sunday due to a right lat strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is a significant blow to Toronto's bullpen, as Sandlin has been a key member of the unit this season with a 2.25 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB over eight innings while notching a save and two holds. It's not yet clear if he'll need to miss more than the minimum 15 games, but to make up for his absence, fellow righty relievers Paxton Schultz and Dillon Tate were called up from the minors while righty Jacob Barnes was designated for assignment.
Apr 9 2025Sandlin earned his first save of the 2025 season in Wednesday's 2-1 extra-innings win against the Red Sox, striking out one batter in a scoreless 11th frame. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin got the call for the save opportunity in the bottom of the 11th inning after Jeff Hoffman tossed two scoreless frames. Sandlin was able to get the job done in just nine pitches (seven strikes) to earn his first save of 2025 and second in his major-league career. Across his first five outings of the season, Sandlin has given up one run on two hits and four walks while striking out six in five frames.
Mar 22 2025Manager John Schneider said Saturday that Sandlin will be a part of Toronto's Opening Day bullpen, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin has made five appearances in the Grapefruit League, surrendering two earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out eight batters over five innings. He'll likely settle into a middle-relief role to start the year, though his ability to rack up strikeouts keeps the door open for a healthy amount of high-leverage opportunities.
Mar 21 2025Sandlin walked one and struck out two in a scoreless inning during Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The former Guardian was dealt to the Blue Jays in January and appears locked into a bullpen spot, albeit likely only in middle relief to begin the season. Sandlin has posted an 8:3 K:BB through five spring innings with a 3.60 ERA, but he's behind Yimi Garcia and Chad Green in the pecking order for setup work in front of closer Jeff Hoffman.
Jan 9 2025The Blue Jays and Sandlin avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $1.63 million contract Thursday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca report. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Acquired from the Guardians via trade in December, Sandlin was eligible for arbitration for the first time. He held a 3.75 ERA and 68:27 K:BB across 57.2 innings with Cleveland in 2024.
Dec 10 2024The Guardians traded Sandlin to the Blue Jays on Tuesday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Spencer Horwitz and Nick Mitchell were sent to the Guardians in return for Sandlin and Andres Gimenez. Sandlin departs Cleveland after playing for the Guardians for the first four seasons of his career, finishing his tenure with a 3.27 ERA across 195.1 innings, including a 3.75 ERA across 68 appearances in 2024.
Sep 28 2024Sandlin will serve as the Guardians' opening pitcher for Sunday's game against the Astros, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin will make his second start of the regular season Sunday, with Gavin Williams expected to serve in bulk relief. Sandlin's first start came Aug. 26 against the Royals, when he allowed two walks while striking out two batters in one scoreless inning. Sandlin has a 3.75 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 68:27 K:BB across 57.2 innings this season.
Sep 11 2024Sandlin (8-0) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out two over 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the win over the White Sox on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians never trailed in the contest, but starter Matthew Boyd needed 95 pitches to get through 4.1 innings. Sandlin took over in the fifth and secured his first win since Aug. 12. Over his last 12 appearances, Sandlin has given up four runs across 10.1 innings with a 12:7 K:BB. He's now at a 3.78 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 63:25 K:BB while adding a save and eight holds over 52.1 innings as a middle reliever this year.
Aug 25 2024Sandlin is scheduled to serve as the Guardians' opening pitcher for the first game of Monday's doubleheader with the Royals, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old right-hander will be making his first career MLB start Monday, but because he hasn't been recorded more than five outs in any of his 57 appearances between the majors and Triple-A Columbus this season, he shouldn't be expected to work more than an inning or two. The Guardians are designated lefty Joey Cantillo as their 27th man for the twin bill, and he's expected to be recalled from Triple-A in advance of the early game to serve as a bulk reliever behind Sandlin.
Aug 13 2024Sandlin (7-0) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning to earn the win Monday over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin also took a blown save after allowing an inherited runner to score, but the Guardians regained the lead in the bottom of the eighth to make him the pitcher of record. This was Sandlin's first win in nearly a month. He's been a little shaky with a 4.40 ERA and 1.60 WHIP over 14.1 innings since the start of July. For the year, he's at a 3.80 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 52:19 K:BB with a save and six holds through 42.2 innings.
Jul 13 2024Sandlin (6-0) allowed a hit and struck out one over a scoreless inning to earn the win Saturday over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin's been a little shaky since returning from a minimum stay on the injured list due to a back injury. This was just his third scoreless appearance in six outings since he was activated. The right-hander is now at a 3.74 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 37:15 K:BB with a save, four holds and two blown saves over 33.2 innings this season. Sandlin will likely remain in a middle-relief role until he can steady his performance.
Jul 4 2024The Guardians activated Sandlin (back) from the 15-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin required just a minimum stay on the IL due to lower-back inflammation. He has a 3.49 ERA in 33 appearances this year and will return to a middle-relief role now that he's healthy.
Jul 3 2024Sandlin (back) has been sent to Triple-A Columbus to begin a rehab assignment. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin went on the 15-day injured list two weeks ago with lower-back inflammation but is ready to test things out in a game setting. Since he hasn't missed much time, Sandlin shouldn't require too many rehab outings before being activated.
Jun 19 2024The Guardians placed Sandlin on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with lower back inflammation, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin's move to the IL comes three days after he was lit up for three earned runs on three hits and two walks while failing to record an out in his relief appearance in Sunday's 7-6 loss to the Blue Jays. The Guardians called up right-hander Darren McCaughan from Triple-A Columbus to replace Sandlin in the bullpen.
Jun 9 2024Sandlin (5-0) pitched a perfect inning to earn the win Sunday over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians took the lead in the seventh inning after Sandlin worked the sixth, making him the pitcher of record. While he's allowed multiple runs in two of his last nine outings, he hasn't been charged with a run in his other seven appearances in that span. Sandlin is at a 2.63 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 29:9 K:BB over 27.1 innings this season while adding a save, four holds and a blown save. The strength of the Guardians' bullpen has kept him from seeing more consistent high-leverage work, as he continues to see mostly middle-innings assignments.
Jun 4 2024Sandlin will start Wednesday's game against the Royals, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Logan Allen had been in line to start Wednesday's contest, but the Guardians will instead make him available out of the bullpen while Sandlin handles the first inning or two. The 27-year-old right-hander owns a 2.77 ERA and 0.77 WHIP through 26 innings on the season and will be making the first start of his professional career Wednesday.
May 21 2024Sandlin (4-0) walked one and struck out two without allowing a hit or a run over two-thirds of an inning to earn the win Tuesday over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Xzavion Curry went 4.1 innings, falling short of qualifying for the win. Sandlin stepped up to finish the fifth inning, working his way out of a bases-loaded jam. The right-hander has kept runs off the board in all but three of his 26 appearances, though he has given up multiple runs in each of those three missteps. He's still pitched to a rock-solid 2.35 ERA, 0.78 WHIP and 27:7 K:BB with a save and three holds over 23 innings while filling a fireman role in the Guardians' bullpen.
May 6 2024Sandlin (3-0) allowed a hit and struck out one without walking a batter over 1.1 innings to earn the win Monday over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin is on a six-inning scoreless streak, during which he has permitted three baserunners (two hits, one hit batsman). The right-hander has been a go-to option for manager Stephen Vogt -- Sandlin is already up to 19 appearances this season, tied with teammates Emmanuel Clase and Scott Barlow for the major-league lead. Through 17.2 innings, Sandlin has pitched to a 2.04 ERA, 0.62 WHIP and 20:3 K:BB while adding a save and two holds. He's not a full-time high-leverage reliever, but he's been steady for a strong Guardians bullpen when called upon.
Apr 27 2024Sandlin picked up a save against Atlanta on Saturday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Regular Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase pitched a scoreless ninth frame to send the game into extra innings, so Sandlin was handed the ball with the Guardians up two runs in the 11th. The right-hander didn't have any trouble getting through the heart of the Atlanta lineup, retiring Ronald Acuna, Ozzie Albies and Austin Riley in order on just 11 pitches. There's no arguing that this was an impressive performance by Sandlin, but with Clase locked in as one of the league's most secure closers, it's unlikely Sandlin gets many more save chances moving forward.
Apr 7 2024Sandlin (2-0) struck out two and didn't allow a hit or a walk over a scoreless inning to earn the win Saturday over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Carlos Carrasco labored through three innings, and Sandlin relieved him in the fourth. Sandlin did well in that frame, but he hit a batter and allowed another to reach on a fielder's choice in the fifth before exiting for Cade Smith, who escaped the jam. Sandlin is through 4.2 scoreless and hitless innings to open the year while adding an 8:3 K:BB and two hit batsmen. The right-hander has served in more of a fireman capacity so far, and his lack of high-leverage opportunities gives him little fantasy appeal.
Mar 31 2024Sandlin (1-0) struck out two and hit one batter in a scoreless inning to earn the win Saturday over the Athletics. He did not walk a batter or allow a hit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tanner Bibee was inefficient with five walks in a four-inning start. Sandlin took care of the fifth inning and was credited for the win as the Guardians' bullpen pitched five hitless innings. Sandlin has four strikeouts over two innings this season, and he's yet to walk a batter or give up a hit. He's not in the high-leverage mix for 2024, but he had a 3.75 ERA and 1.03 WHIP with 10 holds over 61 appearances in 2023.
Mar 5 2024Sandlin has allowed an unearned run on two hits and a walk with one strikeout over three Cactus League innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin lost his high-leverage role and stumbled late in 2023, but he's back with the Guardians in 2024. The right-hander will likely have to earn a late-innings role this year, as the offseason addition of Scott Barlow means the team has its preferred options in place for the eighth and ninth innings, with Emmanuel Clase as closer. Sandlin went 5-5 with a 3.75 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 66:24 K:BB over 60 innings last season, and he added 10 holds.
Jan 11 2024Sandlin signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract with the Guardians on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin threw a career-high 60 innings in 2023 and posted an impressive all-around season by maintaining a 3.75 ERA and 1.03 WHIP to go along with a 66:24 K:BB. He should maintain a key spot in Cleveland's bullpen in 2024.
Oct 1 2023Sandlin allowed five runs over his last 9.2 innings this season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin got shuffled out of the high-leverage mix when the Guardians bolstered their bullpen with waiver claims at the end of August. He picked up 10 holds this year, two of which came in September. The right-hander finished the campaign with a 3.75 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 66:24 K:BB over 60 innings, and he also registered a 5-5 record in 61 appearances.
Aug 11 2023Sandlin (5-5) allowed a run on one hit without recording an out to take the loss in Friday's 9-8 defeat at the hands of the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin served up a walk-off solo home run to Wander Franco just three pitches into his ninth-inning appearance after the Guardians had rallied to tie the game. With three runs allowed over three innings, two losses and two holds to begin August, it's been a rough stretch for Sandlin. He's now at a 3.65 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 49:16 K:BB through 44.1 innings overall.
Aug 3 2023Sandlin (5-4) allowed a run on a hit and a walk over two-thirds of an inning to take the loss versus the Astros on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin surrendered a sixth-inning solo shot to Chas McCormick that was the final run of the 3-2 game. It's been a rough patch for Sandlin lately -- he's been scored on in five of his last seven appearances. That's pushed his ERA up to 3.64 with a 0.98 WHIP and 47:16 K:BB through 42 innings overall. He's added five holds, but he's likely to remain in lower-leverage assignments until he can steady his pitching.
Jul 27 2023Sandlin (5-3) allowed a run on two hits and struck out one over one inning to pick up the win Wednesday over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin worked the fifth inning after starter Gavin Williams was inefficient over four scoreless frames (87 pitches). While Sandlin has struggled lately, giving up six runs over his last four innings, he's picked up two holds and a win in that span. He's at a 3.63 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 43:14 K:BB through 39.2 innings while continuing to fill a versatile role in the Guardians' bullpen.
Jun 29 2023Sandlin (4-3) didn't allow a baserunner over 1.1 scoreless inning and struck out two to earn the win in Wednesday's 14-1 victory over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Logan Allen went just 3.2 innings due to a high pitch count (98), so Sandlin was in line for the win, his second in as many appearances. While he's given up three runs over 9.1 innings in June, Sandlin has been solid as a middle reliever with no clearly defined role in the Guardians' bullpen. He's now at a 3.14 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 27:10 K:BB with two holds through 28.2 innings this season. The right-hander will likely continue to serve in somewhat of a fireman role, but he's unlikely to see much late-inning work.
Jun 22 2023Sandlin (3-3) allowed a run on one walk and struck out one over two innings without giving up a hit. He earned the win Thursday over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Oakland was able to open the scoring against Sandlin in the fifth inning after an inefficient four frames from starter Logan Allen. The Guardians quickly replied in their half of the frame to gain the lead, and they didn't look back. Sandlin has allowed three runs, eight hits and four walks while striking out seven over eight innings through eight appearances in June. He's at a solid 3.29 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 25:10 K:BB over 27.1 innings overall in a primarily low-leverage role.
Jun 2 2023Sandlin (2-3) allowed a run on two hits and a walk while striking out one in one inning, taking the loss Friday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin had trouble in the seventh inning, and it led to him giving up the lone run of the contest on a Jorge Polanco double. This was the first time Sandlin's has given up an earned run since April 30 -- he allowed one unearned run over 9.2 innings across his last nine appearances. While he's hit a minor rough patch by getting scored on in two of his last three outings, he still has a respectable 3.38 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 20:7 K:BB over 21.1 innings this season. Sandlin has added two holds and a blown save in 21 appearances.
May 27 2023Sandlin (2-2) allowed an unearned run and one walk while striking out one over one inning, taking the extra-inning loss versus the Cardinals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a passed ball that allowed Brendan Donovan to scurry home for the decisive run in the 10th inning. Prior to Saturday, Sandlin had pitched 7.2 scoreless innings to begin May. The right-hander has been effective in a low-leverage role with a 3.26 ERA, though his 0.78 WHIP shows that he's been better at limiting baserunners through 19.1 innings this season. He's added a hold and a blown save, but he's unlikely to challenge Emmanuel Clase or Trevor Stephan for late-inning work.
May 18 2023Sandlin (2-1) struck out one over 1.1 perfect innings to earn the win Thursday over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin kept the game tied by getting the last out of the sixth inning, and he stayed in for the seventh after the Guardians took the lead. He's pitched 6.1 scoreless innings over five appearances in May, allowing just one hit while striking out six and walking none. The right-hander had a shaky start to the year, but he's now at a reasonable 3.71 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 16:5 K:BB with one blown save over 17 innings this season. He's likely to remain in a low-leverage role since the Guardians have one of the strongest bullpens in the league.
Apr 1 2023Sandlin (1-0) allowed a hit and struck out one over 1.1 innings to earn the win versus the Mariners on Friday. He was not charged with a run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin came on after Hunter Gaddis ran into some trouble in the fourth inning. Sandlin then gave up an RBI double to Julio Rodriguez, which made it a 5-4 game, before getting things under control. The Guardians held the lead the rest of the way, and Sandlin delivered a clean fifth inning en route to the win in his first outing this season. The right-hander was a solid part of the Guardians' bullpen a year ago, posting a 2.25 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 41:24 K:BB across 44 innings while adding seven holds and a 5-2 record. He should continue to see low-leverage assignments to begin 2023.
Mar 1 2023Sandlin (shoulder) has received full medical clearance ahead of spring training, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Sandlin has yet to make his Cactus League debut, his absence from the pitching schedule thus far isn't the result of any setbacks in his recovery from a strained right shoulder, an injury that knocked him out early in the Guardians' 2022 postseason run. Sandlin, who compiled a 2.25 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 41:24 K:BB in 44 innings a season ago, will likely factor into the middle-inning mix for Cleveland once again in 2023.
Oct 10 2022Sandlin was diagnosed Monday with an upper-back/right shoulder strain and is expected to miss the remainder of the postseason, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin left Saturday's Game 2 wild-card round victory over the Rays early with a tight arm, and follow-up tests didn't yield promising news. Cody Morris and Aaron Civale are candidates to join the active roster as replacements for Sandlin ahead of their American League Division Series against the Yankees.
Oct 8 2022Sandlin exited Saturday's wild-card game against the Rays with upper-arm tightness, Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The severity of Sandlin's injury is not yet clear. He faced three batters prior to his exit, walking one before retiring the next two, including one strikeout.
Oct 2 2022Sandlin has not allowed more than one run in an appearance since the All-Star break. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin has had a little misfortune, taking three blown saves while adding a win and two holds in those 21 outings. Nonetheless, it's been a strong stretch of pitching -- he's logged a 0.93 ERA and 0.78 WHIP over 19.1 innings in the second half. The bullpen has been a strength for the Guardians in 2022, with closer Emmanuel Clase leading baseball with 40 saves and James Karinchak and Trevor Stephan serving as the top setup men, leaving Sandlin in a middle-relief role.
Aug 24 2022Sandlin (5-2) struck out two in 1.1 perfect innings to earn the win Tuesday over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Aaron Civale fell one out shy of qualifying for the win, Sandlin struck out Jorge Alfaro to end the fifth inning and then retired the side in the sixth to preserve the Guardians' lead. This extended Sandlin's scoreless run to 13.1 innings, a span in which he has a 14:1 K:BB. The right-hander's strong pitching hasn't led to a more prominent role yet -- he hasn't logged a save or a hold during the streak, though he took one blown save for allowing an inherited runner to score. For the season, Sandlin has a 2.18 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 29:19 K:BB while adding five holds through 33 innings.
Aug 2 2022Sandlin allowed one hit in two scoreless innings during Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin allowed two runs in his first appearance after his July 5 recall, but he's since strung together eight scoreless frames while allowing just three hits, a walk and a hit batter. The right-hander has a 2.60 ERA, but a 1.34 WHIP and 23:19 K:BB are concerning ratios for his ability to maintain success. He's added a 4-2 record, five holds and a blown save, but he's mainly seen low-leverage work during his current stint in the majors.
Jul 5 2022Sandlin was recalled from Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After spending a couple weeks in the minors Sandlin will reclaim a spot in Cleveland's bullpen. He posted a 2.89 ERA over his first 18.2 big-league innings of the season, but his 1.61 WHIP suggests he was a bit on the fortunate side.
Jun 21 2022The Guardians optioned Sandlin to Triple-A Columbus on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cleveland's pitching staff now sits at 12 men -- one below the maximum amount imposed by MLB -- but Sandlin was sent to the minors to clear a spot on the 26-man active roster for right-hander Aaron Civale (thigh), who is on track to come off the 15-day injured list to start Tuesday's game in Minnesota. Sandlin had appeared in 19 games out of the Cleveland bullpen this season, compiling a 2.89 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and 18:13 K:BB across 18.2 innings.
Jun 15 2022Sandlin allowed a run on two hits and a walk with one strikeout in one inning to earn a hold in Wednesday's 7-5 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin hadn't allowed a run in his last four outings (3.2 innings), but he gave up an RBI single to Yonathan Daza in the seventh inning. The Guardians were able to keep the lead there, which earned Sandlin his fifth hold in 18 appearances this season. He's added a 3.00 ERA, 1.61 WHIP, 11:17 K:BB and 4-2 record across 18 innings, with the high walk rate being the one drawback to what's otherwise been a solid campaign for the 25-year-old reliever.
May 30 2022Sandlin (4-2) issued three walks in a scoreless inning to earn the win Monday versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin got a double play to help his cause after Trevor Stephan allowed hits to three straight batters to begin the eighth inning. The Guardians rallied to retake the lead in the bottom of the eighth, giving Sandlin his fourth win in his last eight outings. The 25-year-old is still walking a fine line with his control -- he's walked 15 batters in as many innings this year, but he's sporting a 3.00 ERA with four holds. It'll be hard for him to maintain a reasonable amount of success until he can cut down on the free passes.
May 17 2022Sandlin (3-2) took the loss Tuesday versus the Reds. He allowed an unearned run on three walks and struck out two in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin was tasked with pitching the 10th inning. He got the first out on a grounder, but walked the next three batters to force in the initial runner. He was able to escape without any additional damage, but the Guardians' offense couldn't pull even in their half of the frame. Control continues to be an issue for Sandlin this year -- he owns an 8:11 K:BB in 13.1 innings. The right-hander has added a 3.38 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and four holds while seeing some high-leverage work.
May 14 2022Sandlin (3-1) allowed one hit over 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the win Saturday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin got the last out of the eighth inning and also pitched the ninth before the Guardians rallied for the lead in the 10th. The right-hander has picked up all three of his wins this season in his last five outings. He's struggled with control a bit this year, posting a 6:8 K:BB with a 3.65 ERA and 1.30 WHIP across 12.1 innings, but he's also picked up four holds, so he has at least some trust to pitch in high-leverage situations.
May 5 2022Sandlin (2-1) walked two and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the win in Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin had only one out with the bases loaded before getting Austin Nola to ground into a double play. Steven Kwan then hit a walkoff single in the bottom of the 10th. Sandlin hasn't often seen his control escape him as it did Wednesday, but he was able to get away with it this time. The reliever has a 4.15 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 6:4 K:BB across 8.2 innings.
May 1 2022Sandlin (1-1) pitched a perfect inning to earn the win Saturday versus the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin worked the eighth inning, and the Guardians took a lead on Richie Palacios' two-run double in the ninth. Over his last 3.1 innings, Sandlin has allowed just one hit with three strikeouts. A couple of bad outings early on inflated his ratios to a 4.70 ERA and 0.91 WHIP, but he's also picked up three holds in eight appearances. He'll be part of the high-leverage mix as long as he can keep poor performances to a minimum.
Apr 17 2022Sandlin (0-1) was tagged with the loss in relief Saturday against San Francisco after allowing two runs on two hits and a walk across one inning, striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin began the season with two scoreless outings but has been struggling since then, and he has allowed two earned runs in each of his last two appearances. He's sporting a 2:2 K:BB through 4.1 innings of work (four outings) and seems to be trending in the wrong direction of late.
Sep 24 2021Sandlin (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction officially ends Sandlin's season, as he hit the 10-day injured list with a strained right shoulder in mid-August. He'll finish his rookie season with a strong 2.94 ERA and 34.0 percent strikeout rate in 33.2 innings, though the shoulder issue could be something to worry about heading into next season.
Aug 12 2021Sandlin was placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained right shoulder Thursday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin left Wednesday's game against the Athletics with what was originally called shoulder tightness. As it turns out, the issue is serious enough to sideline him for at least 10 days and potentially much more, as shoulder issues can be particularly worrisome for pitchers. Cleveland has yet to provide a timeline for his return. Alex Young was recalled in a corresponding move.
Aug 11 2021Sandlin was removed from Wednesday's loss to the A's with left shoulder tightness, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin threw 10 pitches and gave up two hits and three runs without recording an out before leaving with the injury. He was charged with the loss and a blown save. It's unclear if he'll require a stint on the injured list.
Aug 10 2021Sandlin gave up an unearned run on one hit and struck out one in one inning versus Cincinnati on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander's scoreless streak came to an end at 6.2 innings, but he can't be blamed for Jose Ramirez's throwing error in the ninth inning. Sandlin continues to mainly work in a low-leverage role, as he has just one win and five holds through 33 appearances. He's posted a solid 2.14 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 48:17 K:BB across 33.2 innings, and the underlying numbers (2.48 FIP, .261 BABIP) suggest those are sustainable ratios for the 24-year-old.
Jul 27 2021Sandlin struck out one in a perfect inning versus St. Louis on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander has had some uneven performances, allowing six runs (three earned) across 6.1 innings. Sandlin has been a reliable bullpen arm this year with a 2.54 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 40:17 K:BB, but he's picked up only four holds in 27 appearances. The 24-year-old is unlikely to work his way into a higher-leverage role just yet despite the strong performances.
Jul 7 2021Sandlin has allowed just one run in 12.2 innings since the start of June. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's had a little good fortune since he's yielded seven hits, nine walks and a hit batter in that stretch of 13 appearances. Sandlin has also racked up 22 strikeouts, a win and two holds. He's been one of Cleveland's most effective relievers with a 1.90 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 35:13 K:BB in 23.2 innings overall, but he's still expected to mainly see low-leverage work in the second half of the season.
Jun 15 2021Sandlin (1-0) picked up the win in Monday's 4-3 victory over the Orioles, striking out three batters over 1.2 perfect innings of relief. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie right-hander took over from Jean Carlos Mejia with a 3-2 lead to begin the fifth inning, and Sandlin fired 15 of 22 pitches for strikes to earn his first win in the majors. The 24-year-old has been almost untouchable in June, posting a 0.00 ERA and 11:2 K:BB through 5.2 innings while allowing only one hit, so Sandlin is making a strong case for a consistent high-leverage role.
Jun 1 2021Sandlin struck out one in a perfect inning in Game 1 of Monday's doubleheader versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander pitched well in the seventh inning to keep the game tied at 6-6. Sandlin has a 3.27 ERA, 0.73 WHIP and 13:4 K:BB across 11 innings since he was called up on April 30. He's limited opposing batters to a .174 BABIP, and his 2.11 FIP suggests he could continue to find success, which could lead to more high-leverage work. Sandlin has yet to take a decision, and he's only added one hold in nine outings.
May 18 2021Sandlin struck out four batters over two perfect innings in Monday's 7-4 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin has been effective at limiting baserunners -- he's given up just two hits and two walks in 8.1 innings this season. Despite that, he had allowed three runs over his previous two appearances. The 24-year-old sidewinder owns a 3.24 ERA, 0.48 WHIP, 9:2 K:BB and one hold in six outings so far.
May 6 2021Sandlin has pitched 4.1 perfect innings with four strikeouts in three appearances. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sandlin was called up from Cleveland's alternate training site on April 30. He has yet to allow a baserunner at the major-league level. The 24-year-old right-hander is expected to work mainly in low-leverage roles to begin the season, although he picked up his first hold with a two-inning appearance in Thursday's 4-0 win over Kansas City.
Jun 4 2018The Indians have selected Sandlin with the 67th overall pick in the 2018 first-year player draft.This seems like a money-saving pick that will allow the Indians to go over slot on some of their earlier selections. Sandlin is a 5-foot-11, 170-pound righty from Southern Mississippi who has a plus fastball, above-average slider and a couple average offerings in his curveball and changeup. He also has above-average control, which is important, as he won't have much margin for error if he is to remain a starter. A former reliever, Sandlin has some high spin rates on his pitches, which likely appealed to Cleveland. If he is developed as a starter, it will probably be a slower burn and his ceiling would be as a No. 4 or No. 5, but he could move very quickly as a reliever.