Daniel Hudson
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Oct 30 2024Hudson announced his retirement from professional baseball following the Dodgers' title-clinching victory in Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Now a two-time World Series champion, the 37-year-old Hudson will hang up his cleats after a 15-year career spent with seven different organizations. He finishes with a 3.74 ERA and 1.22 WHIP, though he only got better with age, putting up a 2.69 ERA and 1.02 in 90.1 innings across his final three seasons with the Dodgers.
Oct 16 2024Manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday that Hudson will be available for Game 3 of the NLCS against the Mets on Wednesday after dealing with a lower-body injury in Game 2, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson pitched a scoreless inning during Game 1 but was apparently unavailable for Game 2 due to an injury that wasn't disclosed beforehand. The discomfort seems to have subsided, and the 37-year-old righty will be able to pitch in high-leverage situations after logging 10 saves and posting a 3.00 ERA during the regular season.
Aug 21 2024Hudson got the save in Tuesday's win over the Mariners, allowing a hit over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was staked a three-run lead after Jason Heyward put the Dodgers ahead in the eighth with a home run. Hudson was able to pick up his first save in eight days and posted just his second scoreless outing over his last six appearances. Michael Kopech and Evan Phillips have also picked up saves over the past week, signifying that the Dodgers' closer role is still more of a committee. Hudson owns a 2.61 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 50:12 K:BB in 51.2 innings to go along with 10 saves, 16 holds and six wins.
Aug 15 2024Hudson (6-2) blew a save and took the loss against the Brewers on Thursday, allowing three runs on three hits and one walk over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Los Angeles carried a one-run lead into the eighth inning, and manager Dave Roberts turned to Hudson -- who had six saves over his previous 12 outings entering Thursday -- to face the heart of Milwaukee's order. The strategy didn't pay off, as Hudson was tagged for three runs on a double, two singles and a walk. Though the righty reliever has been excellent overall this season, he's given up at least one earned run in three of his past four appearances. Despite his deployment in the eighth frame Thursday, Hudson is likely to still see some save chances moving forward; however, Roberts has gone with more of a committee approach in recent weeks, so Hudson may not get the same volume of save opportunities as the league's more locked-in closers.
Aug 12 2024Hudson picked up the save Monday against Milwaukee, tossing a perfect ninth inning with no strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has handled the Dodgers last two save opportunities and has turned in a pair of scoreless innings, boosting his save total to nine. While Evan Phillips and Anthony Banda could see occasional ninth-inning work, the closing job seems to be tilting in favor of Hudson. The 37-year-old Hudson has a 2.02 ERA through 49.0 innings this season.
Aug 5 2024Hudson earned a save against the Phillies on Monday, allowing one hit in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts went to Hudson with the Dodgers up two runs entering the ninth inning, and the righty reliever came through with an 11-pitch scoreless frame. The save was Hudson's first since July 22, with three other Dodgers relievers notching a save since that date. It's apparent that Evan Phillips is no longer going to get the bulk of Los Angeles' save opportunities for the time being, and Hudson seems to be the most likely Dodgers pitcher to be called upon in his stead, but it's quite possible that Roberts continues to spread ninth-inning opportunities among a number of relievers in what has been one of the majors' top bullpens.
Jul 26 2024Hudson earned a hold against the Giants on Thursday, walking one batter and striking out two in a scoreless sixth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson had earned a save in each of his previous four outings coming into Thursday, but Dodgers manager Dave Roberts decided to bring him in with Los Angeles up 4-2 in the sixth frame. The veteran reliever issued a two-out walk but kept the team's lead intact with a scoreless inning. Meanwhile, Evan Phillips -- who has been Los Angeles' primary closer for most of the campaign -- worked the seventh inning Thursday, while recent signee Brent Honeywell got the ninth and notched a save. Hudson is the most likely reliever on the team to be called upon for save chances, but it's clear that Roberts isn't tied to any individual closer and won't hesitate to use his top high-leverage options in situations outside of the ninth inning.
Jul 22 2024Hudson walked one and struck out two in a scoreless and hitless inning to earn the save in Monday's 3-2 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson's importance in the Dodgers' bullpen continues to grow, especially with Evan Phillips no longer being specifically reserved for the ninth inning. Hudson has earned a save in his last four appearances, and he hasn't given up a run over his last 7.2 innings while posting a 9:4 K:BB in that span. The veteran right-hander is up to seven saves as well as 13 holds this year, and he's pitched to a 1.52 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 45:8 K:BB through 41.1 innings overall.
Jul 19 2024Hudson (back) allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Friday's 4-1 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson was sidelined by a stiff back heading into the All-Star break, but it appears the time off served him well. He hasn't allowed a run over six innings in July, adding a 7:3 K:BB with two saves, one hold and a 1-0 record this month. The right-hander remains a key high-leverage arm for the Dodgers with five saves, 13 holds, a 1.59 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 43:7 K:BB through 39.2 innings this season.
Jul 14 2024Hudson wasn't available out of the bullpen for Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Tigers due to back stiffness, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been dealing with the injury for the last couple of days, which likely explains why he also went unused in the 11-9 extra-inning loss to Detroit on Saturday, when manager Dave Roberts turned to less-trusted bullpen arms in Ricky Vanasco and Yohan Ramirez late in the game in high-leverage spots. The Dodgers seem to be viewing Hudson as day-to-day with the hope that he'll be ready to pitch coming out of the All-Star break.
Jul 12 2024Hudson earned the save against the Tigers on Friday, walking two and striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers deployed saves-leader Evan Phillips in the sixth inning, so Hudson was called upon to protect a 4-3 lead in the ninth and did so despite throwing just 10 strikes on 25 pitches. This was Hudson's first save since May 20, as Ryan Vesia likely would have worked the ninth had he been available Friday. On the year, the veteran owns four saves and 13 holds with a 1.63 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 42:7 K:BB over 38.2 innings.
Jun 17 2024Hudson earned a hold against Kansas City on Sunday, striking out two batters in a perfect eighth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tyler Glasnow gave Los Angeles seven shutout frames, and manager Dave Roberts then turned to Hudson to protect a three-run lead. The veteran reliever did so without any trouble, retiring all three batters he faced on 10 pitches. Hudson has been excellent for the Dodgers this season, posting a 1.93 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 31:3 K:BB over 28 innings while recording 10 holds, three saves and three wins. He's gone 13 straight outings without giving up a run, posting a 15:2 K:BB during that stretch.
May 29 2024Hudson (2-1) gave up two hits and a walk while striking out one in a scoreless ninth inning during the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets, recording the win in a 5-2 extra-inning victory. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Entering the game in the bottom of the ninth and the score tied, 2-2, Hudson very nearly handed New York the win, loading the bases with just one out. The veteran right-hander bore down and coaxed popups from Tyrone Taylor and Jeff McNeil to end the threat. Hudson has been sharp in May, collecting two saves, a win and a hold in seven appearances with a 1.29 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 8:1 K:BB, but with Evan Phillips (hamstring) due back by the end of the week, the former's stint as a fill-in closer is due to end.
May 20 2024Hudson struck out two in a perfect inning to earn the save in Monday's 6-4 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson is on a five-inning scoreless streak dating back to his May 8 save versus the Marlins. He's served as the Dodgers' top closing option since Evan Phillips (hamstring) went on the injured list earlier in May, though save chances have been sparse. Hudson has two saves since Phillips was hurt, and J.P. Feyereisen, who was reassigned to Triple-A Oklahoma City over the weekend, is the only other reliever to pick up a save in that span. For the season, Hudson is at a 2.70 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 22:1 K:BB with three saves and eight holds over 20 innings.
May 8 2024Hudson earned the save Wednesday against Miami, striking out one over a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson got the first chance at ninth-inning duties after Evan Phillips (hamstring) was placed on the 15-day IL on Sunday and was perfect for his second save of the campaign. Until Phillips returns, the closing job should be Hudson's to lose, though he could have a shorter leash considering he's blown two of his other three save chances this season.
May 5 2024Hudson is the likely favorite for save opportunities after Dodgers closer Evan Phillips (hamstring) was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been working in a setup role in the early stages of the season, putting him in prime position to fill in at closer for the Dodgers. The right-hander has seven holds and a save with a 3.60 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 16:1 K:BB over 15 innings this year. Phillips' injury was diagnosed as a Grade 1 strain, per David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports, so a return at the 15-day minimum is possible.
Mar 31 2024Hudson struck out two batters in a perfect ninth inning and earned a save over St. Louis on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson made quick work of the Cardinals with 16 pitches, including five whiffs. The veteran righty was given the shot in the ninth inning after Evan Phillips pitched both Friday and Saturday. Hudson has tossed three scoreless frames with four punchouts to begin the year.
Mar 16 2024The Dodgers selected Hudson's contract from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, J.P. Hoornstra of DodgersNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson had already been told he would be part of the Opening Day bullpen, so his addition was merely a formality. The 37-year-old has missed most of the last two seasons with knee issues but has been superb when on the mound, holding a 1.98 ERA and 35:8 K:BB over 27.1 innings during that span. He figures to be used in a setup role.
Mar 6 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday that Hudson "will be in our bullpen," Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson is attending camp as a non-roster invitee, but Roberts' comments imply that the veteran reliever will be added to the 40-man roster and 26-man active roster ahead of the Dodgers' March 20 season opener versus the Padres in South Korea. Though he missed most of the last two seasons with knee issues, Hudson has been healthy thus far in spring training. Hudson hasn't been overly sharp in 3.2 Cactus League innings, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks, but the Dodgers will bet on the veteran right-hander's track record as they include him in their bullpen.
Feb 16 2024Dodgers manager Dave Robert said Friday that Hudson (knee) is trending toward being on the active roster for the March 20-21 series against the Padres in South Korea, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The skipper added that Hudson still needs to refine his execution after missing most of the last two seasons with knee issues. However, it does not appear there are any physical limitations for Hudson at this juncture. The veteran reliever is in camp as a non-roster invitee, but it sounds like the Dodgers fully intend to add him to the active roster.
Dec 13 2023The Dodgers re-signed Hudson (knee) to a minor-league contract Wednesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson will earn $2 million if he cracks the major-league roster in Los Angeles, and the deal also includes another $2 million in performance-based bonuses. The veteran reliever made only three big-league appearances in 2023 because of serious knee issues, but he held a 2.96 ERA and 105:21 K:BB in 76 innings between 2021-22 and is expected to carry a clean bill of health into spring training in 2024.
Nov 5 2023The Dodgers declined Hudson's (knee) $6.5 million club option for 2024 on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson missed the second half of the 2023 campaign due to a sprained MCL in his right knee. However, he aimed to return to the Dodgers' bullpen if they advanced to the NLCS, so it seems as though he's at least close to full health as he prepares for free agency.
Oct 4 2023Hudson (knee) is scheduled to pitch in an intrasquad game Thursday at Dodger Stadium, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been sidelined since early July because of a sprained MCL in his right knee and won't be ready for the NLDS, but he is aiming to return to the Dodgers' bullpen if they advance to the NLCS. The veteran reliever resumed facing live hitters in late September and has progressed without issue so far.
Sep 25 2023Hudson (knee) is slated to throw live batting practice during the Dodgers' upcoming road trip and could return to game action if the team advances to the NLCS, per the Associated Press. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been out with a sprained MCL in his right knee since July 5 and has pitched in just three major-league games this season. He only recently resumed throwing to live hitters, so he still has a ways to go until he could potentially be ready for game action. The Dodgers have already wrapped up a spot in the NLDS, but Hudson won't be ready to return for that series. Should Los Angeles advance past that round, however, the veteran reliever could be added to the roster for the NLCS, which begins Oct. 16.
Sep 20 2023Hudson (knee) tossed a live bullpen session Tuesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is a significant step forward for Hudson, whose previous throwing session was from the slope (not the rubber) of the bullpen mound. The veteran reliever has pitched in just three games this season, with his latest appearance with Los Angeles taking place July 5. It remains unlikely that Hudson will be able to return by the end of the campaign, though it's possible he could be an option if the Dodgers go deep into the postseason.
Sep 13 2023Hudson (knee) threw pitches from the slope of the bullpen mound Tuesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson hasn't recovered as quickly as hoped after spraining the MCL in his right knee in early July and has been deemed by manager Dave Roberts a "longshot" to return this season. Nonetheless, the veteran reliever is continuing to throw, albeit from the slope of the mound rather than the rubber. That detail suggests that Hudson is still far away from being able to pitch in a game situation, so it's unlikely he returns in 2023, even if the Dodgers make a deep postseason run.
Aug 31 2023Hudson (knee) is a "longshot" to return this season, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have tried to keep the door open for Hudson to return this season, though it seems as if that hope is fading. Manager Dave Roberts relayed that Hudson threw a bullpen session recently but was still dealing with soreness in his knee. It's unclear whether he could make a return for the postseason, or if a return to start 2024 is most realistic.
Aug 29 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that a return from the 60-day injured list is "still in play" for Hudson this season, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Roberts isn't discounting the possibility of the right-hander pitching out of the bullpen in September, Hudson has yet to resume facing hitters since landing on the IL on July 6 with a sprained MCL in his right knee. Even if he's able to ramp up quickly, Hudson is likely still multiple weeks away from being activated and will probably require multiple appearances in the minors to hone his command after the lengthy layoff from game action.
Jul 12 2023Hudson (knee) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move was made in order to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Tyson Miller. Hudson sprained the MCL in his right knee just before the All-Star break and now won't be eligible to return until early September.
Jul 6 2023Hudson suffered a sprained MCL on his right knee during Wednesday's game against Pittsburgh, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson closed out the Dodgers' win Wednesday and suffered the injury late in his outing. He returned from a torn ACL in his left knee June 30 and had turned in three scoreless outings since. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that surgery wasn't recommended at this time, but that Hudson will be out "quite some time."
Jul 5 2023Hudson allowed a hit and two walks while striking out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Evan Phillips had pitched three straight days, so the save chance went to Hudson, who nearly made a mess of it. He loaded the bases with no outs, only to retire Henry Davis, Carlos Santana and Jack Suwinski in order to end the threat. Hudson has covered three innings and posted a 5:3 K:BB without allowing a run since returning from a torn ACL. The right-hander figures to be part of the Dodgers' high-leverage mix in the second half of the season, though he'll need to cut down on allowing baserunners.
Jul 1 2023Hudson allowed one hit and struck out two batters in a scoreless inning against Kansas City on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson made his big-league season debut after missing three months while recovering from last June's torn ACL. The right-hander didn't show any rust in his return, throwing 11 of 14 pitches for a strike, fanning two batters and allowing just an infield single. Hudson could see high-leverage work pretty quickly given his success (2.22 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, 30:5 K:BB over 24.1 frames) with the team last season.
Jun 30 2023Hudson (knee) was activated off the 60-day injured list by the Dodgers on Friday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson will get a chance to make his season debut after missing the first three months of the season due to a torn ACL he suffered last June. The right-hander will likely be a high-leverage reliever for the Dodgers and could even see some save chances at some point, but he may be eased into that role over his first few appearances.
Jun 23 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters Friday that Hudson (knee) will head to the Dodgers' spring training complex in Arizona to throw an inning on Tuesday, and if it goes well he should be activated next weekend, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has missed the entirety of the 2023 season, but he's been able to throw in back-to-back games for Triple-A Oklahoma City this week, and assuming no setbacks he'll be a key cog for the beleaguered Los Angeles bullpen over the second half of the season.
Jun 18 2023Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Hudson (knee) could be activated during the Dodgers' road trip in late June, which begins June 27 in Colorado and runs through July 2 in Kansas City, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson made five rehab outings in the Arizona Complex League before recently shifting his rehab assignment to Triple-A Oklahoma City, where he's likely to make a handful of appearances before rejoining the big club. The veteran right-hander has been sidelined since he suffered a torn ACL last June, and he could move into a high-leverage role fairly quickly once activated.
Jun 15 2023Hudson (knee) will have his rehab assignment shifted to Triple-A Oklahoma City this week, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson pitched one inning apiece in three games at the Arizona Complex League and is now one step closer to a return. There's still no official timetable, though he'll need to be activated by the end of June or returned from his rehab assignment.
Jun 8 2023Hudson (knee) kicked off a rehab assignment with the Dodgers' Arizona Complex League team Tuesday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson tore the ACL in his left knee in June of last year and has been slowly working his way back to action. There was some hope during spring training that the reliever could return by the end of April, but his progress has been slower than anticipated. The Dodgers have the fourth-worst bullpen ERA in the majors this season, so they could certainly use Hudson's help, especially if he can come anywhere close to his 2022 performance, which included a 2.22 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 30:5 K:BB over 24.1 innings. According to manager Dave Roberts, the veteran right-hander is still weeks away from a return, per MLB.com, but he could ascend to a high-leverage role relatively quickly upon his activation.
May 29 2023Hudson (knee) has joined the Dodgers to continue his throwing program, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Vassegh suggests that Hudson could be ready for activation following a few more bullpen sessions and live batting practice sessions, so perhaps he'll be allowed to skip a rehab assignment. The veteran reliever's recovery from left ACL surgery has dragged on much longer than expected, but it sounds like he might finally be trending in the right direction.
May 12 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters Friday that Hudson's knee still hasn't been responding well enough, and there is no real timetable for a return, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson is still throwing, but until the soreness in the knee subsides there's no chance for the right-handed reliever to begin a rehab assignment or even bullpens. The 36-year-old has missed all of the 2023 season while recovering from left knee surgery, and there's a good chance he won't be back on the mound until deeper in the summer at this point.
Apr 4 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Hudson's knee isn't recovering the way the team had hoped, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been throwing at the Dodgers' complex in Arizona, but apparently has made little progress toward a full recovery. There remains no timetable for the 36-year-old reliever to return, and he will likely remain without one until his knee shows more signs of improvement.
Mar 30 2023Hudson (knee) was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson continues to methodically work back from surgery last June to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He might be able to join the Dodgers' bullpen before the end of April.
Mar 20 2023Hudson (knee) told reporters Monday that he won't pitch in a Cactus League game this spring and won't be ready for the start of the season, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson said that he doesn't want to take a spot away from someone if he's going to need a few days between outings, and that will play a factor in his rehab schedule. The Dodgers are currently trying to create a rehab routine for Hudson, as his knee has required more days to bounce back between bullpens than anticipated. At this point, it's likely Hudson doesn't pitch for the Dodgers until the middle of April at the earliest.
Mar 19 2023Hudson (knee) and Brusdar Graterol are the most likely candidates to serve as the Dodgers' closer if the team eventually decides to veer away from a committee approach, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Los Angeles appears set to begin the campaign without a designated closer, and there's no indication that the team is eager to shift that approach. However, if things change at some point in the campaign, Hudson and Graterol currently appear to be the most logical options. Hudson has some experience closing games, having racked up 32 saves throughout his career, including five last season, when he also impressed with a 2.22 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 30:5 K:BB over 24.1 innings. However, the veteran right-hander is currently on the shelf as he recovers from separate knee and ankle injuries, and he's expected to miss at least the first few weeks of the regular season.
Mar 9 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that Hudson (knee/ankle) is "still a ways away" from pitching in live games, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson made it through a live batting practice session Wednesday without issue, but the Dodgers will continue to bring him along carefully as he completes his recovery from surgery last June to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He also came down with some right ankle tendinitis in February and is not expected to be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 8 2023Hudson (knee/ankle) will face live hitters Wednesday for the first time this spring, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been eased along this spring after requiring surgery last June to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He's not expected to be ready for Opening Day but could join the Dodgers' bullpen by the middle of April if all continues to go smoothly with his rehab program.
Mar 2 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged Thursday that Hudson (knee/ankle) is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has advanced to full-intensity bullpen sessions, but the Dodgers will continue to slow play his recovery from surgery last June to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He suffered a minor setback last month in the form of right ankle tendinitis, though that now seems to be in the rearview. The veteran reliever should be an option for Los Angeles by mid-April if there are no further road blocks.
Feb 23 2023Hudson (knee/ankle) threw another bullpen session Thursday in Dodgers camp, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson required surgery last June to repair a torn ACL in his left knee and then came down with some right ankle tendinitis earlier this month, but he would appear to be trending in a positive direction now. The veteran reliever figures to begin appearing in Cactus League games within the first week or two of March. And if there are no further setbacks, he should begin the season in the mix for saves since the Dodgers don't have a clear-cut closer.
Feb 22 2023Updating a previous report, Hudson (knee/ankle) isn't scheduled to pitch in the Dodgers' Cactus League opener Saturday versus the Brewers, according to David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Vassegh had previously reported that Hudson was scheduled to appear in relief behind starter Michael Grove, but instead, non-roster invitee Bryan Hudson is the Hudson in question who will work out of the bullpen. Daniel Hudson missed the final four months of the 2022 season after undergoing surgery in late June to address a torn ACL in his left knee, so the Dodgers may prefer to take a cautious approach with his usage this spring, especially after he dealt with right ankle tendinitis before reporting to camp. The Dodgers haven't suggested that Hudson is dramatically behind the team's other relief candidates, so the 35-year-old right-hander still seemingly has a good chance of securing a spot on the Opening Day roster. He should be in the mix for a high-leverage role after notching five saves and nine holds while delivering a 2.22 ERA and 30:5 K:BB across 24.1 innings in his injury-shortened 2022 campaign.
Feb 20 2023Hudson (knee/ankle) completed a bullpen session Monday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sportsreports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told Vassegh after the session that he doesn't believe Hudson is far behind the other relievers currently in camp. The 35-year-old reliever is dealing with tendinitis in his right ankle, after missing the majority off the 2022 campaign because of a left ACL tear. If healthy, Hudson has a chance to see a good amount of save chances for the Dodgers during the 2023 season.
Feb 16 2023Hudson (knee/ankle) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday in Dodgers camp, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson missed the majority of the 2022 season due to a left ACL tear and then came into spring training with a bit of right ankle tendinitis, but the veteran reliever is optimistic that he will be ready for Opening Day. He could play a large role in the saves mix for Los Angeles if his health cooperates.
Feb 15 2023Hudson is recovering from his knee injury nicely, however he is now battling ankle discomfort, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson was kept out of action for most of last season after tearing his ACL in June. It remains uncertain whether or not the 35-year-old reliever will be ready to go once spring training games begin.
Sep 23 2022Hudson (knee) hopes to be ready for spring training and Opening Day next season, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson tore his ACL in late June, an injury which carries a lengthy recovery timeline. The veteran will avoid trying to push himself too much, and the Dodgers should be able to avoid rushing the 35-year-old given their typically strong depth, but it's still good to see that an Opening Day return remains a possibility. Hudson was having an excellent season at the time of the injury, cruising to a 2.22 ERA and 0.90 WHIP in 24.1 innings while saving five games, which convinced the team to pick up his 2023 option.
Sep 22 2022Hudson (knee) had his $6.5 million team option for the 2023 season picked up by the Dodgers on Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson was dominant for the Dodgers early in the season, converting five of six save chances while picking up nine holds with a 2.22 ERA and 0.90 WHIP in 24.1 innings over 25 appearances. However, he sustained a torn ACL in late June and was unavailable for the second half in the year. The right-hander should factor into the team's late-relief plans once again in 2023 once he completes his recovery.
Jun 30 2022Hudson (knee) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson was already ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL last week, so it was only a matter of time before he moved to the 60-day IL. Ian Gibaut was claimed off waivers in a corresponding move.
Jun 25 2022Hudson (knee) was diagnosed with a torn ACL and placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander suffered the injury during Friday's win over Atlanta, and he'll miss the rest of the season after the diagnosis of a torn ACL was confirmed. Hudson finishes 2022 with a 2.22 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 30:5 K:BB across 24.1 innings, and it's unclear if he'll be healthy for spring training should he opt to return for a 14th MLB season.
Jun 24 2022Hudson (knee) suffered an ACL injury during Friday's win over Atlanta, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A full diagnosis won't be available until the right-hander is further evaluated, but the team fears it's a torn ACL and manager Dave Roberts said, "I don't see how it's not the end of [his] season." Hudson has been a key bullpen piece for the Dodgers this year with five saves and nine holds to go along with a 2.22 ERA and 30:5 K:BB, but it appears he'll now be sidelined for the rest of the campaign.
Jun 15 2022Hudson earned a hold against the Angels on Tuesday, striking out two batters over one perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson pitched the top of the eighth frame with the Dodgers ahead 1-0 and set aside the Angels on 10 pitches (nine strikes). The right-hander has struck out exactly two batters in each of his past six outings, posting a 12:1 K:BB across 6.1 innings over that span. He's held the opposition scoreless in nine of his past 10 appearances.
Jun 8 2022Hudson earned a save after he pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit while striking out two in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Craig Kimbrel (personal) on the paternity list, Hudson was called upon to protect a three-run lead in the bottom of the ninth. He worked around a two-out single by Yasmani Grandal, getting Jake Burger to strikeout to end the contest and earn his fifth save of the season. Hudson has been very effective this season while operating as the primary set-up man to Kimbrel, producing a 1.86 ERA and 0.78 WHIP with 24 strikeouts over 19.1 innings in 19 appearances while recording seven holds and five saves.
Jun 4 2022Hudson saved Friday's 6-1 win against the Mets, allowing one hit with two strikeouts in 1.1 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson entered a four-run game with two out and two on in the eighth inning and induced a Francisco Lindor groundout to neutralize the threat. Manager Dave Roberts opted to stay with the 35-year-old for the ninth, keeping the veteran righty in line for the save despite the Dodger win being by more than three runs. Hudson has now recorded saves in two of his last three appearances and has thrown 7.2 scoreless innings since consecutive losses on May 11 and 12.
Jun 1 2022Hudson is likely to serve as the Dodgers' fill-in closer for any potential save situation Wednesday versus Pittsburgh since Craig Kimbrel is unavailable while addressing his mechanics, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson picked up a save during his previous appearance Saturday against the Diamondbacks, and he'll likely be called upon Wednesday should another opportunity arise. The right-hander has three saves and six holds along with a 2.25 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 18:3 K:BB across 16 innings this season. Kimbrel is expected to be available again Thursday, so it'll be a brief window as the fill-in closer for Hudson.
May 29 2022Hudson picked up a save against the Diamondbacks on Saturday, pitching a scoreless ninth inning during which he allowed one hit and struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson found himself in immediate trouble when Ketel Marte led off the bottom of the ninth inning with a double, but the veteran reliever escaped with the save by following with a groundout and two strikeouts. Hudson was granted the save opportunity because regular closer Craig Kimbrel threw 26 pitches Friday and realized that his body "just didn't feel good" Saturday, per Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times. Kimbrel is expected to be available Sunday, but with three saves in three opportunities on the campaign, Hudson has shown that he can be an effective option when Kimbrel is unavailable.
May 13 2022Hudson (1-3) took the loss against Philadelphia on Thursday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while striking out one over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers stormed back from a 7-3 deficit by scoring four runs in the eighth inning, and they handed the ball to Hudson with hopes that he could keep the score tied in the top of the ninth. However, the veteran reliever was touched for a pair of runs that resulted in his second loss in as many days. There was some bad luck involved for the right-hander -- the first two batters who reached base didn't get the ball out of the infield -- but Hudson also hurt himself with a bases-loaded wild pitch. Despite the hiccup, Hudson has been one of the Dodgers' best bullpen arms on the season, compiling a 3.38 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 13:3 K:BB and five holds over 10.2 innings.
May 12 2022Hudson (1-2) was tagged with the loss Wednesday against Pittsburgh as a result of allowing one run on three hits over one inning. He struck out one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After the Dodgers scored three runs in the top of the seventh to tie the game, they turned to the usually reliable Hudson in the bottom of the frame. The right-hander was unable to keep the score knotted, as he served up a one-out solo home run to Daniel Vogelbach. The Pirates' following two batters reached base as well, but Hudson was able to induce an inning-ending double play on a lineout to escape further damage. This was only the second time in Hudson's 10 outings that he has been tagged with a run. He carries a 1.86 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 12:2 K:BB across 9.2 innings on the season.
Apr 16 2022Hudson saved Saturday's 5-2 win against Cincinnati, recording one strikeout in two-thirds innings pitched. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Los Angeles held a 5-0 lead entering the ninth inning, but the bullpen surrendered two runs before Hudson was brought in to shut the door on the victory. The 35-year-old got the opportunity in a low-leverage situation and with Craig Kimbrel having pitched the previous night, though he would stand to gain significant traction if Kimbrel were to falter.
Apr 9 2022Hudson pitched a perfect inning against the Rockies on Friday, allowing one hit and striking out three to notch a hold. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Dodgers up late, manager Dave Roberts elected to go to Blake Treinen in the seventh inning and Hudson in the eighth before bringing in Craig Kimbrel to shut things down in the ninth. Hudson impressed in his frame, throwing 12 of 18 pitches for strikes and punching out the side. Treinen was perhaps even more impressive by retiring all three batters he faced on only five pitches, while Kimbrel was shaky but picked up the save. The Treinen-Hudson combination in the seventh and eighth innings -- though not necessarily in that order -- figures to be a common one for Los Angeles this season, so both relievers should have ample opportunity to rack up holds along with the occasional win and save.
Mar 29 2022Hudson could be a source of saves this season with Blake Treinen and the team openly embracing the idea of Treinen being used to get the highest-leverage outs, regardless of which inning he pitches. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Treinen is the team's best reliever, so he will naturally get some saves, wins and holds, but he is unlikely to push for 30 saves and he may not even lead the team in saves. With 27 career saves to his name, Hudson is as well positioned as anyone to get the ball in the ninth inning when Treinen has already been used earlier in the game.
Nov 29 2021Hudson agreed to a one-year, $7 million contract with the Dodgers on Monday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson split 2021 between San Diego and Washington and had a 3.31 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 75:16 K:BB across 51.2 innings with 17 holds. The closer's role is up for grabs with Kenley Jansen now a free agent, and Hudson should fill a high-leverage role for the Dodgers alongside Blake Treinen.
Aug 16 2021Hudson earned a hold against Arizona on Sunday, pitching a scoreless inning during which he gave up one hit and struck out one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres won the contest 8-2 but held only a two-run lead when Hudson entered in the seventh inning. The right-hander gave up a Josh Rojas double but otherwise kept the Diamondbacks in check. Since a rough debut for San Diego on Aug. 11, Hudson has turned things around with two scoreless innings in which he has struck out three batters.
Aug 12 2021Hudson allowed one run on two hits and two walks without retiring a batter Wednesday versus the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is expected to eventually fill a high-leverage role in the Padres' bullpen, but he was brought in with San Diego down 6-0 in the eighth inning Wednesday. Hudson gave up a pair of hits to lead off the frame, then followed with a pair of walks to force in a run. His final line could have looked much worse, but Miguel Diaz inherited the bases-loaded, no-outs situation and managed to emerge from the frame without allowing another run. Hudson's shaky performance can perhaps partly be attributed to a layoff that lasted over two weeks, but San Diego may need him to turn things around quickly with top setup man Drew Pomeranz (forearm) placed on the 10-day IL on Wednesday.
Aug 11 2021The Padres reinstated Hudson from the COVID-19 injured list Wednesday, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: San Diego will swap one high-leverage reliever in for another on the active roster, as Drew Pomeranz (forearm) was moved to the IL in a corresponding move. Before landing on the IL and being shipped to San Diego ahead of the trade deadline, Hudson had worked as the top setup man to Brad Hand in Washington, recording 15 holds while posting a 2.20 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 48:7 K:BB in 32.2 innings. Now that he's cleared COVID-19 protocols, Hudson should quickly emerge as a key part of the late-inning bridge to San Diego closer Mark Melancon.
Aug 10 2021Hudson (COVID-19 protocols) will likely be activated Wednesday or Thursday, per the Associated Press. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres acquired Hudson from Washington on July 29, but he has been unable to pitch for San Diego while waiting to clear COVID-19 protocols. The right-hander threw live batting practice to five hitters Monday and appears to be only a day or two away from a return. When Hudson is activated, he figures to immediately slot in near the top of the team's bullpen hierarchy, joining Drew Pomeranz and Emilio Pagan as the primary bridges to closer Mark Melancon.
Aug 9 2021Hudson (COVID-19 protocols) threw live batting practice Monday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson threw a light bullpen session Saturday, and he took another step in his recovery by facing hitters Monday. The right-hander has been on the COVID-19 injured list since July 29 but is close to returning to game action. Hudson was traded from the Nationals to the Padres ahead of the trade deadline and will have a prominent role in the bullpen once he makes his team debut.
Aug 8 2021Hudson (COVID-19 protocols) joined the Padres at Petco Park on Saturday and threw a light bullpen session, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson remains on the COVID-19-related injured list, but it appears that he could be close to a return. The right-handed reliever was traded to San Diego on July 29 -- the same day he was placed on the IL. He has yet to pitch for his new team but could have a prominent role in the Padres' bullpen once activated. Hudson registered a 2.20 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 48:7 K:BB across 32.2 innings during his time with the Nationals this season.
Jul 29 2021Hudson (COVID-19 protocols) will be traded from the Nationals to the Padres on Thursday in exchange for Jordy Barley and Mason Thompson, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Thursday, though it's unclear whether he tested positive or was a close contact. Whenever he is able to return to the mound, he should fill a familiar setup role in San Diego with Mark Melancon entrenched as the closer. Hudson has had a strong campaign, delivering a 2.20 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with 48 strikeouts across 32.2 innings while recording 15 holds.
Jul 13 2019Hudson allowed one run on two hits and a walk in 1.1 innings against the Yankees on Saturday but escaped with his second save of the season. He struck out one batter.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 8 2018Hudson recorded two outs en route to his second hold Saturday against the Angels.Josh Fields (shoulder) and Pedro Baez (biceps) remain on the disabled list, making Hudson the Dodgers' defacto right-handed setup man. The 31-year-old owns a 3.34 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 8.7 K/9 over 35 innings this season, and he should continue to see opportunities to rack up holds until the bullpen returns to full strength.
Jun 8 2018Hudson started Thursday's bullpen game, logging a scoreless inning and a strikeout in an 8-7 win over Pittsburgh.Thursday's projected starter Dennis Santana (lat) was scratched prior to first pitch, so Hudson ended up taking the bump in his stead. The scoreless outing lowered the veteran's ERA to 4.84 over 22.1 innings. Hudson was used as a starter earlier in his career, but Thursday's limited usage indicates that the Dodgers have no plans of exploring that option in the event Santana is unable to go for his next turn in the rotation.
Jun 7 2018Hudson will take the mound for Thursday's game against the Pirates, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Hudson is unlikely to make it into the middle innings of Thursday's game after appearing out of the bullpen during each of the past two days, but he was thrust into the starting spot after Dennis Santana was scratched just minutes before the first pitch. Through 17 appearances this year, Hudson has compiled a 5.06 ERA and 1.59 WHIP with a 17:11 K:BB in 21.1 innings of relief.
May 30 2018Hudson allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out two over two innings of relief in Tuesday's loss to the Phillies.Starter Kenta Maeda was forced out of this one after just 1.2 innings of work with a hip strain, pushing the bullpen to work overtime Tuesday. Hudson now has a 6.35 ERA on the year to go along with just a 13:10 K:BB over 17 innings, so he will likely continue being deployed in lower-leverage situations.
Apr 24 2018Hudson's contract was selected from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday.This will mark Hudson's first stint in the majors this year. Last season, which he spent with the Pirates, Hudson posted a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 71 games (61.2 innings). His control was subpar, as his K:BB sat at a subpar 66:33. In a corresponding move, Walker Buehler was optioned to High-A Rancho Cucamonga.
Apr 2 2018Hudson signed a minor-league contract with the Dodgers on Monday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Following his signing, Hudson will report to extended spring training. Hudson spent the 2017 season with the Pirates and threw to the tune of a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 71 games (61.2 innings). Should Hudson be used in the big club's bullpen, it's unlikely that he would see much time in high-leverage situations.
Mar 28 2018Hudson was released by Tampa Bay on Wednesday, Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times reports.Hudson was recently informed that he wouldn't be included on the team's Opening Day roster and now he will look to latch on with another organization. The right-hander has appeared in over 60 games each of the past three seasons, including 71 with the Pirates in 2017. During those contests, he posted a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP with a 66:33 K:BB over 61.2 innings of relief.
Feb 22 2018Hudson was traded to the Rays on Friday alongside minor-league infielder Tristan Gray and cash considerations in exchange for Corey Dickerson.The Rays were able to find a trade partner for Dickerson less than a week after designating the 28-year-old for assignment. Hudson spent just one season in Pittsburgh, posting a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 71 relief appearances. His 9.6 K/9 was the highest mark of his career, but so was the 4.8 BB/9, which was a giant spike from his totals the previous two seasons. The right-hander should be nearing full health after suffering a minor ankle sprain last week and will compete for a high-leverage role with the Rays upon his arrival.
Feb 21 2018Hudson (ankle) completed a scheduled bullpen session Tuesday, CBS Pittsburgh reports.A sprained ankle prevented Hudson from throwing during the first week of camp. The righty looks to rebound from a disastrous 2017 campaign. After signing a two-year, $11 million deal in December of 2016, Hudson compiled a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP in 61.2 innings. A career-worst 4.84 BB/9 highlighted his struggles. Look for Pittsburgh to move Hudson at the trade deadline if he shows any signs of life.
Feb 14 2018Hudson was unable to throw his scheduled bullpen Wednesday after suffering a sprained ankle while jogging, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.There shouldn't be too much concern over this minor ailment, but Hudson may choose to take it easy for a few days before returning to the mound. In 2017, he posted a 4.38 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 61.2 innings of relief and is in line to continue working in high-leverage situations during this upcoming season.
Sep 22 2017Hudson currently has an ERA of 4.45 over 58.2 innings this season with the Pirates.Hudson has been exceptional of late, earning an ERA of 2.57 in the month of September. He currently sits near the top of the Pirates' bullpen, and although he hasn't recorded a hold since Sept. 3, the right-hander should get a few more higher-leverage opportunities before the season comes to a close.
Jul 18 2017Hudson (2-4) picked up his second win Monday, recording one out against the Brewers.He allowed a hit to the only batter he faced, but right fielder Gregory Polanco threw out a runner attempting to score. As a result, Hudson hasn't allowed an earned run in his last seven outings (5.1 innings). He's pitched mostly in low-leverage situations but is slowly regaining the trust of management. Hudson has compiled a 4.34 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 35:16 K:BB in 37.1 innings. It was thought in some circles that he could take over the closer's duties when Tony Watson faltered or was traded, but Felipe Rivero leap-frogged Hudson and has showed no signs of slowing down.
Jun 24 2017Hudson allowed one run on one hit and two walks Friday, retiring just one batter.He surrendered a solo homer to break a 2-2, seventh-inning tie and has now given up six home runs in only 31 innings. Hudson hasn't delivered the goods since Pittsburgh signed the free agent to a two-year, $11-million contract over the winter. His 4.1 BB/9 is the worst since his rookie season and a 5.23 ERA nearly mirrors that of his prior campaign (5.22). Hudson has proven to be a bust but the Bucs have few alternatives and continue to stand by him.
Jun 1 2017Hudson has allowed 23 hits and nine walks in 22 innings this season with an ERA of 6.04.After starting the season as the primary set-up man for manager Clint Hurdle, Hudson has watched his stock drop throughout the season as he struggles to adjust to his first season away from Arizona since 2010. Even excluding his disaster of a game in Miami when he gave up five runs and only recorded one out, his ERA is still frightfully high at 4.09. The game against Miami certainly inflated his stats, but underneath that blunder sits a pitcher who has had trouble holding his own in Pittsburgh's bullpen.
Apr 30 2017Hudson recorded only one out Sunday while giving up five runs on four hits and one home run against the Marlins.Hudson saw his ERA jump from 5.59 to 9.90 because of the outing, which was a fitting way to end a relatively dismal first month of the season. The 30-year-old still operates as Pittsburgh's primary setup man and has recorded seven holds, but he's allowed 11 runs over 10 innings.
Apr 3 2017Hudson will serve as the team's primary setup man to start 2017, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Manager Clint Hurdle said he expects his seventh, eighth and ninth innings to line up with Felipe Rivero, Hudson and closer Tony Watson. Hudson will get the first chance to close if Watson can't go, but Rivero is waiting in the wings.
Feb 23 2017Hudson will serve as Pittsburgh's closer on days Tony Watson is unable to close, CBS Pittsburgh reports.Pirates GM Neal Huntington announced the team's pecking order for saves, listing Watson first and then Hudson and Felipe Rivero. Huntington typically doesn't permit his relievers to pitch three straight days, giving Hudson the chance to potentially close after Watson has thrown in back-to-back calendar days. It wouldn't be surprising to see the Pirates move Watson (who will become a free agent after 2017) at the trade deadline, freeing up Hudson to close in the second half of the season.
Dec 19 2016Hudson signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Pirates on Monday, Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports reports.While Hudson's produced an ugly 5.22 ERA and 1.44 WHIP over 60.1 innings with the Diamondbacks last season, the right-hander flashed the skills that suggested he could become a dominant reliever. Hudson had an average fastball velocity of nearly 96 miles per hour and struck out nearly a batter per inning last season, so if pitching coach Ray Searage can work his magic and help him improve his secondary offerings, he could show vast improvement with his numbers. For the time being, Tony Watson is the frontrunner to open the season as the Pirates' closer, but Hudson could rank as the top challenger out of the bullpen. He briefly served as the Diamondbacks' closer in the final month of the season to promising results, generating three saves and a 1.54 ERA over 11.2 innings.
Sep 21 2016Hudson got the final four outs, including a strikeout, in Wednesday's win over San Diego for his fourth save.He lived dangerously, allowing three line drives -- all caught, fortunately. The Diamondbacks don't offer Hudson a whole ton of save chances, but he's been at his most effective lately; over his last seven appearances (7.1 innings), he's allowed just a single run on seven hits with a 12:2 K:BB.
Sep 13 2016Hudson picked up his third save in Monday's win over the Rockies with a scoreless ninth.Hudson has struck out eight and walked just one over five innings since picking up his second save of the season August 30 against the Giants. It's unclear if he has the stuff to hack it as a closer long-term, but if he keeps pitching like this, he might have the inside track at the role come next season in Arizona.
Aug 31 2016Hudson allowed a run on one hit but still picked up his second save Tuesday against the Giants.Hudson has allowed a run in each of his past two appearances, a blown save August 26 and Tuesday's successful outing. The Diamondbacks are testing out Hudson in the closer's role down the stretch thanks to injuries and ineffectiveness out of their bullpen, but it's likely to be a challenge considering Hudson's lack of the typical closer strikeout stuff. Since he moved to the bullpen full time in 2015, Hudson has 113 strikeouts in 115.1 innings -- decent, but not enough to make up for his susceptibility to the home run ball (12 allowed over the past two seasons, 0.9 HR/9). The Diamondbacks have little to lose with this experiment, though, so Hudson's performance as closer will be worth keeping an eye on.
Aug 25 2016Diamondbacks manager Chip Hale said Hudson will likely move into a late-innings role, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.Given the recent struggles of Jake Barrett and Enrique Burgos at the back end of the Arizona bullpen, the announcement makes sense. Hale said both Hudson and Randall Delgado could be used in high-leverage situations going forward. Hudson recorded 20 holds a season ago and has 17 in 2016, so he's probably the safer bet of the two to see save opportunities.
Jul 21 2016Hudson gave up three hits and four runs (one earned) while recording just two outs in Wednesday's loss to the Blue Jays.It's been a July to forget for Hudson. In six appearances this month, the righty has given up 13 hits and eight earned runs in just five innings of work. In the process, his ERA has gone from 3.82 to 5.30. After Brad Ziegler was traded to Boston, the thought was that Hudson could be in line for some save chances. But right now, it seems hard to imagine that the Diamondbacks would trust him to close out games. Tyler Clippard looks like the guy to own in Arizona's bullpen.
Jul 9 2016Manager Chip Hale said Saturday that Hudson could get some save opportunities depending on matchups, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.The Diamondbacks' trade of closer Brad Ziegler left some question marks in the back end of their bullpen, but Hale was quick to address the issue Saturday by saying that Hudson and Tyler Clippard will both be getting save opportunities. It appears as though Clippard has the early edge after Hudson was away from the team on the bereavement list recently, but Hudson should be in line for opportunities after he gets re-acclimated.
Jul 9 2016Hudson was activated off the bereavement list Saturday.Hudson missed three games while attending to a family matter but is now back and available out of the bullpen for Saturday's game against San Francisco. The 29-year-old reliever has given up 11 earned runs over his last six appearances (33.00 ERA) after allowing only five runs through his first 29 innings pitched this season.
Jul 8 2016Hudson, who is currently on the bereavement list, may be in line to take over as the D-backs' closer following the trade of Brad Ziegler to Boston on Saturday.His strikeout rate is down this season (from 9.4 K/9 a year ago to 7.0 in 2016), and he's also struggled to keep runners on base from coming around to score (61.1% LOB%). Hudson arguably has the best combination of stuff and experience in the Arizona bullpen with Ziegler's departure, and it may not be long before D-backs manager Chip Hale tips his hand regarding his new plans for the ninth inning.
Jul 5 2016Hudson was placed on the Bereavement List on Tuesday.The reason for the decision isn't clear, but per the rules of the Bereavement List, Hudson will have to miss at least three games and a maximum of seven games. As a result, he'll sit out Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday before a potential return Saturday in San Francisco. In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks recalled righty Zach Godley to start Tuesday's matchup with San Diego.
Jul 3 2016Hudson will be placed on the bereavement list Tuesday, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports.Hudson will leave the team temporarily to attend to a family matter, but is expected to return to the Arizona bullpen Friday. Until he returns, Tyler Clippard or Randall Delgado seem like the most fitting candidates for holds in high-leverage situations.
Jun 30 2016Hudson gave up four hits and four runs (two earned) while retiring just one batter in Wednesday's loss to the Phillies.Hudson has hit a rough patch as of late. He's allowed runs in three of his last four outings, giving up a total of eight earned runs in 1.2 innings. Hudson's ERA has climbed from 1.55 to 3.82 in the process. Despite the struggles, Hudson still figures to serve as the setup man to Brad Ziegler, and he should be a decent source of holds and strikeouts going forward.
Jun 21 2016Hudson picked up his first save with a clean ninth inning Tuesday against the Blue Jays.Brad Ziegler pitched in each of the last three games, so Hudson was given the save opportunity Tuesday. Hudson has been fantastic out of the bullpen with a 1.55 ERA and 0.76 WHIP and has solidified himself as Arizona's next closer option should Ziegler falter or fall to injury.
May 30 2016Hudson struck out one batter in 0.2 innings of action during Sunday's victory over the Padres.Hudson's brief appearance in Sunday's outing brought his ERA down to 1.31 and his WHIP to 0.73. Now in his second season of pitching as a reliever, Hudson is becoming one of Arizona's most used bullpen options and has thrown in 21 games. He's improved his BB/9 from 2015's 3.33 to 2.18 and is putting up an opponent batting average of .143, the lowest of his career. His performance against righties has been especially dominant, striking out 11 of the 37 right-handed hitters he's faced while giving up a mere two hits.
Apr 29 2016Hudson picked up his fourth hold of the season in Thursday's win over St. Louis.Hudson lowered his ERA to 0.84 by pitching a scoreless inning with one strikeout. The righty has entrenched himself as Arizona's eighth inning guy, and figures to be a good source of holds the rest of the way. Of course, he'd also be the obvious choice to step in at closer if anything happened to incumbent Brad Ziegler.
Apr 13 2016Hudson appears to be locked in as the Diamondbacks' setup man.All three of his appearances this season have been in the eighth inning, with Tyler Clippard pitching the seventh and Brad Ziegler getting the ball in the ninth if there is a save on the line. Hudson has allowed one hit and zero walks while striking out two over three innings, and would be the obvious choice to step into the closer role if anything happens to Ziegler.
Mar 16 2016Hudson is working on a quicker delivery tempo, the Diamondbacks' official site reports.After giving up a run on two hits and hitting a batter in a spring game on March 8, Hudson worked with pitching coach Mike Butcher to speed up his leg kick. His next time out, Hudson worked a 1-2-3 inning and struck out two. He said the adjusted mechanics "clicked and worked well." Hudson should be a key contributor to Arizona's bullpen this season, although Brad Ziegler and Tyler Clippard appear to be ahead of him in the pecking order for saves.
Jan 15 2016Hudson and the Diamondbacks agreed to terms on a one-year, $2.7 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Zach Buchanan of AZCentral.com reports.Hudson appeared in 64 games last season, with 63 of those appearances coming out of the bullpen. The 28-year-old posted a 3.86 ERA to go with a 1.315 WHIP across 67.2 cumulative innings. He figures to return in a similar role next season, though he did state that he'd like to return to a starting role at some point.
Sep 30 2015Hudson locked down his fourth save of the year Wednesday, allowing one hit and striking out one over a scoreless inning in a 3-1 win over the Rockies.With regular closer Brad Ziegler away from the team following the birth of his daughter, Hudson was first in line for a save opportunity Wednesday. Hudson's fantasy value remains difficult to project; the hard throwing right-hander has been effective out of the bullpen after returning from Tommy John surgery, but has stated a desire to return to starting in 2016. While he certainly has the stuff to hold down a late innings role, he may make a bid for a rotation spot in spring training next season.
Sep 9 2015Hudson would like to return to a starting role in 2016, reports Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic.Hudson has made a nice return from his second Tommy John surgery, tossing 58.1 innings with a 4.01 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and a 58:22 K:BB ratio. There is not a lot of precedent for a pitcher with his injury history going back to starting after relieving for a year, but Hudson notes that he would pursue it only if it's best for the team. Hudson is three years removed from his last season as a regular starter and four years from a 222 inning season in which he posted a 3.49 ERA and 1.20 WHIP in 33 starts in 2011.
Sep 2 2015Hudson (finger) returned to the mound for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rockies, working the ninth inning and giving up one run en route to recording his third save of the season.Hudson had gone unused over the Diamondbacks' previous four games while dealing with a cut on his pitching hand, but after receiving the time off, manager Chip Hale went right back to him in a save situation. The right-hander typically serves as the setup man to Brad Ziegler, who was presumably unavailable for the save chance after being touched up for seven runs over 2.1 innings the previous two days. Those recent blowups aside, Ziegler appears to be locked in as Arizona's primary closer, so don't expect much dramatic change in Hudson's role down the stretch.
Aug 28 2015Manager Chip Hale will try to avoid using Hudson (finger) on Friday and possibly Saturday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.Hudson was removed from Thursday's game with a cut on his pitching hand, so Hale is taking a cautious route with his reliever and trying to avoid using him until the cut is healed. The Diamondbacks have plenty of other right-handed options in the bullpen, such as David Hernandez, Addison Reed, and Josh Collmenter, who could easily bridge the gap until Hudson returns later in the series.
Aug 27 2015Hudson left Thursday's game with an apparent hand injury.Hudson came on to face the Cardinals in the eighth inning Thursday and appeared to suffer a cut on his finger while fielding a grounder. He may not be able to pitch Friday given that a cut on his pitching hand could affect his ability to grip the ball, but the injury won't likely sideline him for more than a couple days at most.
Aug 22 2015Hudson retired the final two batters of Saturday's game against the Reds to earn his second save of the season.Closer Brad Ziegler was unavailable after pitching each of the last two games and it was Hudson who got the nod to close out the game. The veteran is unlikely to rack up many more saves as the season progresses and carries little fantasy value as long as Ziegler is in the picture.
Aug 1 2015Hudson picked up the win Friday against Houston, pitching two scoreless innings and striking out two.Hudson has been effective lately, allowing one run in his last seven appearances. His 3.27 ERA and 1.25 WHIP don't suggest a dominant reliever, but he has struck out 45 in 44 innings. Hudson may attempt the transition back to starting in 2016, but he is likely to spend the rest of this season in the bullpen in a setup role.
Jun 26 2015Hudson blew up Thursday, taking the loss against Colorado when he allowed five runs (three earned) on two hits, including a home run, and three walks while recording just two outs.Hudson's scoreless appearance streak ended at five with this epic meltdown. He has been solid coming out of the pen this year, so this performance can probably be chalked up to a case of Coors Field getting the better of him. He hasn't pitched back-to-back days often as he comes back from two Tommy John procedures, so expect him to get a day or two off to rest.
Jun 25 2015Hudson picked up the win Wednesday against the Rockies, pitching a scoreless eighth inning and striking out one.The veteran former starter has pitched well from the pen for the Diamondbacks, especially recently with five consecutive scoreless appearances. He has a 3.06 ERA and 1.18 WHIP with 31 strikeouts in 32.1 innings on the season. If he doesn't return to starting, he could carve out a niche at the back of the bullpen.
Jun 14 2015Hudson walked one and struck out one during a scoreless ninth inning against the Giants on Sunday to earn his first save of the season.Closer Brad Ziegler was unavailable after pitching the previous two games, affording Hudson the opportunity to save the game. Ziegler's name is the likeliest to be called for the majority of save situations moving forward, severely limiting Hudson's value as a fantasy reliever.
May 10 2015Hudson started against the Padres on Sunday but lasted just 3.1 scoreless innings, striking out five and walking two.The start was his first since 2012, but he failed to make it deep into the game since he appeared in relief just three days prior. Hudson is unlikely to hang on to a rotation spot in the short-term with Archie Bradley on the mend, but could see spot starts down the road if injuries bite the D-backs pitching staff again.
May 10 2015Hudson will start for the Diamondbacks on Sunday against the Padres.Hudson had been scored upon in four straight outings prior to a 17-pitch outing on May 7. Considering the proximity of that appearance to Sunday's start, it's highly unlikely that Hudson pitches deep into this game, which will mark his first start since June 26, 2012. Hudson owns a 6.17 ERA and 1.37 WHIP over nine relief appearances in 2015. Don't expect him to hang on to this rotation spot, as Archie Bradley (face) is targeting a May 16 return to the mound.
May 2 2015Hudson threw two innings of relief Friday in a loss to the Dodgers, allowing a run on a solo homer, a walk, and striking out four.This was a much better performance for Hudson with the strikeouts being an encouraging sign, but he has still given up runs in four straight appearances. That said, Hudson won't hold much value working in middle relief as he has in his past two outings. The best case scenario might be that it leads to stretching him out to try starting again, if he's not going to be able to work in high leverage relief situations.
Apr 27 2015Hudson turned in his second straight ugly outing Sunday against the Pirates, allowing three earned runs on four hits, a walk, and a wild pitch in one inning.After starting the year with four consecutive scoreless outings in relief, Hudson has seen his ERA jump to 8.10 with a 1.65 WHIP. He has also struck out just one hitter despite an uptick in velocity coming out of the pen. He's nearly unusable right now until he figures something out to be less hittable or miss more bats.
Apr 22 2015Hudson imploded to take the loss Tuesday, giving up three earned runs on two hits, including a Prince Fielder home run, and a walk in just an inning of work in a 7-1 loss to the Rangers.Hudson wasn't helped by the two errors his teammates made behind him, but Hudson was also off on this night and the Rangers hit several balls hard. These were the first runs and the first walk allowed by Hudson this year, but he has also struck out just one batter in five appearances, which is discouraging. The talk of stretching him out to start has died down and his value is limited as a middle-reliever until he shows that he can miss more bats.
Apr 9 2015Hudson pitched a scoreless 1.2 innings in relief Wednesday allowing one hit and striking out one in a 5-2 loss to the Giants.Hudson pitched in two of the Diamondbacks first three games and is showing a healthy arm thus far. His four-seam fastball and sinker are both averaging over 95 mph. It remains to be seen whether the DBacks will attempt to transition Hudson back to starting, but for now he gives them a power arm out of the bullpen. He's a player worth monitoring as a change in role could increase his value substantially.
Apr 7 2015Hudson pitched an inning in relief Monday, giving up two hits with no walks or strikeouts, in a 5-4 loss on Opening Day.Hudson continues to slowly make his way back from his second Tommy John surgery. Throughout spring training the talk from the DBacks was that he would be stretched out to start, but he will pitch from the bullpen for now. He sat in the mid-90s with his fastball in the outing against the Giants, so his arm is certainly live. He will need to work on his command to get back to the pitcher he looked like in 2011 when he logged 220 innings with a 3.49 ERA and 1.20 WHIP. He has thrown only 49 innings in the majors since then.
Mar 21 2015Hudson felt good after a two-inning appearance Wednesday and he will continue to work toward stretching out as a starter this spring, the Arizona Republic reports.If he continues to avoid issues with heavier workloads, Hudson may conceivably push his way into the conversation for one of the final spots in the Arizona rotation. He returned from his second Tommy John surgery in a span of two years as a reliever last September, but it remains to be seen if his arm will hold up in a starting role.
Mar 19 2015Hudson is still on track to stretch out and push for a rotation spot this spring, the Arizona Republic reports.Given that he's recovered from two Tommy John surgery that cost him most of the last three seasons, the Diamondbacks are keeping close tabs on Hudson after each appearance this spring. Hudson is scheduled for a side session Saturday, and barring a setback, could pitch in three more games this spring. In his two-inning outing Wednesday against the Giants, Hudson's fastball was reaching the mid-90s.
Mar 10 2015Hudson threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.The news here is that Hudson is recovering well from his start on Sunday, and his arm appears to be in good shape. The Diamondbacks may be looking to stretch him out as a starter this season, so his spring training workload is something to keep an eye on.
Feb 25 2015Hudson is a full participant in spring training for the Diamondbacks this spring, marking the first time since 2012 that he's been able to go through drills without restrictions, the team's official site reports.While Hudson is currently being stretched out as a starter, he may land in the bullpen between now and Opening Day. How he responds and the level of his performance during the Cactus League slate may ultimately determine his role, but at the very least a return to the mound after a brief taste of the big leagues in September will offer up a nice story since he's had two career Tommy John surgeries.
Nov 11 2014The Diamondbacks are considering moving Hudson back into a starting role, the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson returned from his second career Tommy John surgery in 2014, logging 2.2 innings late in the season out of the Arizona bullpen. The organization's lack of veteran arms for the rotation may ultimately drive Hudson back toward a starting role, but it remains to be seen if his arm can handle the wear and tear of being a starter again. Hudson will turn 28 in March, but it would hardly be surprising if he's forced to limit his workload in 2015 if starting every fifth day is in the cards.
Oct 30 2014Hudson's contract option for 2015 was exercised by the Diamondbacks on Thursday.Hudson pitched in just three games for the Diamondbacks in 2014 after spending most of the season rehabbing from Tommy John surgery. The move will allow him and the club to avoid arbitration in the offseason.
Sep 18 2014Hudson will be shut down for the remainder of the 2014 season, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports.Hudson did not suffer any apparent injury over the final month of the season, but it appears that manager Kirk Gibson and the Diamondbacks have simply seen everything that they needed to see from the 27-year-old right-hander. He pitched in just three games this season, allowing four earned runs over 2.2 innings. Hudson missed the majority of the 2014 season due to his second Tommy John surgery, but hopes to be ready for the start of spring training in 2015.
Sep 14 2014Hudson allowed one run on two hits and two strikeouts in one inning of work in the Diamondbacks' 10-4 win over the Padres on Saturday.Hudson returned after throwing a bullpen session earlier in the week. It was his first appearance since allowing three runs in 0.2 innings against the Dodgers. The strikeouts are the first of the season for Hudson.
Sep 11 2014Hudson will be unavailable for the next few days after throwing in the bullpen Wednesday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.Hudson wasn't particularly sharp in his second appearance back from the DL, giving up three runs in two-thirds of an inning, so the Diamondbacks had him refine some things in a bullpen session. The right-hander will get a few days to rest up but should be able to get in a couple more games before the end of the year, as he looks to turn the page on his consecutive Tommy John surgeries.
Sep 4 2014Hudson pitched a perfect eighth inning in the Diamondbacks' 6-1 win over the Padres on Wednesday.This was Hudson's first appearance since 2012. After two surgeries in two years, Hudson was activated by the team on Monday. He'll likely continue to see relief work for the remainder of the season.
Sep 1 2014Hudson (elbow) was activated from the 60-day DL on Monday.While in the final stages of his recovery from July 2012 Tommy John surgery, Hudson tore his UCL again and was forced to undergo a second reconstructive procedure on the elbow. The right-hander's persistence has paid off, however, as he's now back on an active roster following a successful six-game minor league rehab assignment. He'll work out of the bullpen over the remainder of the season, as he looks to show future employers that the elbow is strong and healthy.
Aug 29 2014Hudson (elbow) is expected to rejoin the Diamondbacks when the rosters expand Sept. 1, Jack Magruder of Fox Sports Arizona reports.Hudson hasn't pitched with the Diamondbacks this season, but appears to be on track for a return when the rosters expand. He pitched a perfect inning with Triple-A Reno on Tuesday night while continuing on his long road back to the majors.
Aug 27 2014Hudson pitched a perfect inning with a strikeout in his debut for Triple-A Reno on Tuesday night.Triple-A is the highest Hudson has been since 2012. He was promoted after pitching four innings with the AZL Diamondbacks. There;s no timetable for Hudson moving up to the team this season, but this outing was promising for him going forward.
Aug 20 2014Hudson (elbow) tossed a scoreless inning in the Arizona Rookie League on Tuesday night, the Associated Press reports.The appearance was his fourth of the current rehab assignment, and Hudson picked up a pair of strikeouts Tuesday in the process. There is still optimism that Hudson will get back on the mound for Arizona at some point in September.
Aug 7 2014Hudson allowed one run while striking out two in the first inning of an Arizona League game on Tuesday.It was his first action since June 4 of last year. The former 16-game winner in 2011 had two Tommy John surgeries in 2012 and 2013. Manager Kirk Gibson said Hudson's fastball reached 93-94 mph, reports Reuters.
Aug 1 2014Hudson (elbow) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with rookie-level Arizona on Tuesday, Jack Magruder of FOXSportsArizona.com reports.Now more than 13 months removed from his second career Tommy John surgery, Hudson threw another bullpen session Friday and has been cleared to head out for a rehab assignment. The Diamondbacks will continue to bring Hudson along slowly, but the hope is that he'll be able to pitch in three-to-six games with the big club in September.
Jul 10 2014Hudson (elbow) is on track to return in August, the Arizona Republic reports.Considering that he's working his way back from his second Tommy John surgery, it would hardly be surprising to see that timetable pushed back if Hudson doesn't begin to appear in minor league games in the near future.
Jun 24 2014Hudson (elbow) is on track to make a return to the Diamondbacks' rotation in September, the Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports.He threw a 20-pitch simulated game off the Chase Field mound Tuesday and will probably go on a rehab assignment in August, which puts him on track for a September return. This makes his value very minimal in single-season leagues.
Jun 23 2014Hudson will pitch from a mound Tuesday against outfielder Mark Trumbo, the Arizona Republic reports.The progress with Hudson will continue to be slow, but he could proceed to pitch in Arizona League games if everything goes as planned with Tuesday's session.
Jun 21 2014Hudson (elbow) may begin pitching in Arizona League games this week, the D-Backs' official site reports.Given that he's recovering from his second Tommy John surgery, Hudson will likely be brought along slowly. His role upon an eventual return to the D-Backs is uncertain, but there is a pressing need in the Arizona rotation if the front office and medical staff believe he can withstand the workload of starting again.
Jun 19 2014Hudson (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day DL on Thursday.This is merely a procedural move to free up a 40-man roster spot and will not affect Hudson's eligibility for a return. The right-hander has been making steady progress in his recovery from his second career Tommy John surgery, but it's not clear when he may get the green light to advance from bullpen sessions to live sessions.
Jun 11 2014Hudson (elbow) threw a bullpen session Tuesday of 25-30 pitches, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson has been throwing regularly in his recovery from Tommy John surgery last year, and manager Kirk Gibson said he looked good in mixing fastballs and change-ups. He should be able to return this year to pitch as a reliever, though no expected timetable has been established.
May 30 2014Hudson (elbow) will throw a bullpen session within the week, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson has thrown multiple bullpens in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, but has been focusing more on playing catch and long toss of late. He has still yet to appear in a game in just about two years, but there is hope he can return at some point this season.
May 15 2014Hudson (elbow) threw about 30 pitches off a mound Tuesday, the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson has not pitched in a major league game in nearly two years, and there is still no timetable for his return. He felt good enough off the mound to get major league hitters out though, according to manager Kirk Gibson. When he does ultimately return, Hudson expects to serve as a reliever than a starter.
Apr 3 2014Hudson has thrown multiple bullpen sessions since undergoing his second career Tommy John surgery, the Arizona Republic reports.While Hudson's role is still undetermined, he's expected to be ready for game action again in June or July this season.
Apr 2 2014The Diamondbacks plan to have Hudson (elbow) pitch in relief when he is activated this summer, Jack Magruder of FOXSportsArizona.com reports.Alluding to how the Braves handled Kris Medlen's return after his first Tommy John surgery, manager Kirk Gibson said Hudson will likely be deployed as a reliever when he is ready to return. Gibson pointed to July as a possible target for Hudson, but the right-hander just recently returned to a mound and is no lock to return before August.
Mar 30 2014Hudson (elbow) was placed on the 15-day disabled list Sunday.Hudson previously said that he's targeting a return around the All-Star break, so he could be moved to the 60-day DL in the coming weeks. Coming off back-to-back Tommy John surgeries, it's unclear whether he'll be the same pitcher, and the Dbacks could consider using him out of the bullpen.
Feb 8 2014Speaking through the Diamondbacks' twitter account, Hudson (elbow) said Saturday that he doesn't have a timetable but is hoping to return around the All-Star break.Hudson underwent Tommy John surgery during each of the last two seasons, with the more recent procedure occurring in June 2013. He's no lock to pitch this season, but a mid-year return would be in line with the typical recovery period from Tommy John surgery. That should make Hudson worthy of a stash in some very deep leagues, as he posted a 3.49 ERA over 222 innings in 2011, his lone full season in the majors.
Dec 13 2013Hudson (elbow) signed a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks on Friday, ESPN's Jerry Crasnick reports.Hudson is working his way back from a second consecutive Tommy John surgery, putting his availability for the first half -- if not all of 2014 -- in question. He'll rehab in a familiar environment with the hope of getting back into the D-Backs rotation as an innings eater at some point down the road.
Dec 2 2013Hudson (elbow) was non-tendered by the Diamondbacks on Monday, the Arizona Republic reports.Expected to miss most, if not all, of the 2014 season, Hudson is now a free agent. After suffering a torn UCL in each of the last two seasons, his future is very much in question. Hudson showed a ton of promise in 2010 and 2011, and it will be rather unfortunate if he's never able to regain that form.
Oct 15 2013Hudson could be in line to soon negotiate a deal similar to the one signed by teammate Matt Reynolds Tuesday, according to the Arizona Republic.Both pitchers are likely to miss the vast majority, if not all, of the 2014 season after late season Tommy John surgeries. Hudson has shown flashes of brilliance since arriving in Arizona in 2011, and the injury-ridden 2013 campaign was extremely bad luck. By the time he pitches again, he'll be 27 or 28.
Jun 7 2013Hudson has been diagnosed with another tear of the UCL in his right elbow, according to the Diamondbacks' official Twitter page.Hudson suffered the same injury last season and was in the final stages of recovery from Tommy John surgery, so his latest setback comes at a very unfortunate time for him and the Diamondbacks. Though the team's medical staff is exploring possibilities for Hudson's recovery, it seems likely he will undergo the Tommy John procedure for the second straight year.
Jun 5 2013Hudson left his rehab start at Double-A Mobile on Tuesday night after two innings with elbow stiffness, the Arizona Republic reports.The D-Backs will have Hudson undergo an examination in Arizona to determine the extent of the setback. While it previously appeared as though Hudson might exceed expectations at return before the end of June, this incident will likely push back his return date.
Jun 1 2013Hudson (elbow) will make two rehab starts for Double-A Mobile before being reevaluated, Nick Piecoro of AZCentral.com reports.Manager Kirk Gibson indicated there's a chance Hudson could be activated from the DL by mid-June, if all goes well in his upcoming rehab starts. Those starts are scheduled for Tuesday and June 10.
May 29 2013Hudson (elbow) surrendered four runs on seven hits and a walk over six innings in an extended spring training outing Wednesday, the Arizona Republic reports.Although the numbers weren't exactly sterling, Hudson's fastball velocity reportedly reached 95 mph, roughly on par with where he was at before undergoing Tommy John surgery. He could embark on a rehab assignment next if the Diamondbacks were sufficiently satisfied with Wednesday's performance.
May 29 2013Hudson (elbow) is expected to make his first rehab start at Double-A Mobile on Tuesday, the Arizona Republic reports.After an encouraging outing at extended spring training Wednesday, Hudson will take his act to the minors as he nears a return from Tommy John surgery last July. While it once looked like Hudson wouldn't be able to return until around the All-Star break, if he continues to look sharp over his first few rehab starts, he could return to the Diamondbacks by late June.
May 24 2013Hudson threw 70 pitches in an extended spring game on Thursday.Hudson took another step forward in his recovery from Tommy John surgery Thursday, and appears to be ahead of schedule. The Diamondbacks' right-hander will pitch another extended spring game on Wednesday and then possibly head out to his first rehab assignment. Hudson has made some adjustments to his mechanics, which should take some of the stress off his elbow and allow him to get on top of the ball better. With the abundance of pitching depth , the Diamondbacks can bring Hudson back slowly to ensure that his elbow has completely healed. The young right-hander could be back towards the end of June but the first week of July is probably more realistic.
May 21 2013Hudson (elbow) could initially return to a bullpen role, the Arizona Republic reports.The right-hander continues to work his way back from elbow surgery and is on track to return sometime before the All-Star break. When he returns, general manager Kevin Towers is going to be faced with some difficult decisions regarding who stays in the rotation and who gets sent to the bullpen. When asked about Hudson, Towers said "we may start him in the bullpen and lengthen him out a bit before he goes into the rotation." Fortunately for Hudson a lot of things can change with the health of the starting rotation over the next six weeks. As long as Hudson performs well during his rehab assignment it will be difficult for the Diamondbacks to keep him out of the starting rotation. In deeper leagues, he will definitely be worth picking up as he gets closer to returning in June.
May 17 2013Hudson (elbow) threw 53 pitches while giving up two runs on five hits over four innings at extended spring training Friday.The right-hander was clocked at 91-93 mph with his fastball during the first inning Friday. The appearance came against Angels minor leaguers, while Hudson recorded nine of his 12 outs on the ground while also picking up a strikeout in the appearance.
May 11 2013Hudson (elbow) threw 46 pitches over three innings of a simulated game Saturday as he continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery, the AP reports.Hudson increased his pitch count by seven pitches from his last simulated game on Monday when he threw 39 pitches. It's nice to see even modest progression as Arizona's current timetable has Hudson scheduled to return around the All-Star break.
May 11 2013Hudson (elbow) is scheduled to throw another simulated game Saturday, the Arizona Republic reports.After throwing 39 pitches in a similar situation Monday, Hudson appears to be progressing well through his rehab work. The timetable for his return to the Arizona rotation points to an activation around the All-Star break, so Hudson could presumably embark on a minor league rehab assignment in June.
Apr 18 2013Hudson (elbow) faced hitters Tuesday for the first time since having surgery, the Arizona Republic reports.One emphasis for Hudson while progressing through his rehab has been cleaning up his delivery to have more consistent mechanics. Tuesday's session included 20 pitches, and all signs continue to point to a return after the All-Star break for Hudson.
Apr 10 2013Hudson (elbow) hasn't experienced any setbacks with his rehab and remains on track to return around the All-Star break, the Arizona Republic reports.After throwing all of his pitches in a bullpen session Tuesday, Hudson will have another session Friday before facing live batters April 16.
Mar 26 2013Hudson threw a bullpen session Tuesday for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery last July, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports.Hudson still has a way to go in his recovery, but Tuesday's mound work was a big step in the process. Hudson will not return until sometime around the All-Star break, but GM Kevin Towers was happy with how Hudson looked Tuesday, so expect him to get back on the bump again in a few days.
Mar 12 2013Hudson (elbow) was scheduled to throw on flat ground Tuesday, the Arizona Republic reports.The plan called for approximately 15 throws, at 60 percent effort. Hudson is hoping to begin pitching from a mound within a week, and he remains on track for a return around the All-Star break.
Mar 2 2013Hudson (elbow) has been tweaking his mechanics, while working through his rehab. "It's just kind of fine tuning and getting more parts of my body incorporated in the mechanical process," he said. "I'm not changing my arm slot or anything. You do something for 20 years it's hard to break that habit."Thus far, Hudson's rehab has gone as planned. As a result, he's expected to return to the Arizona rotation at some point around the All-Star break this season.
Feb 20 2013Hudson (elbow) is hoping to throw from a mound in early March, the Arizona Republic reports.Thus far, Hudson's rehab has been on schedule for a return to game action with the D-Backs in July, which should put him out for a lengthy minor league assignment in June to serve as his spring training of sorts. For leagues with ample DL spots, Hudson is a viable late-round dart to stash away as he should be able to fill a rotation spot after the All-Star break, if not sooner.
Feb 18 2013Hudson (elbow) will be placed on the 60-day DL on Monday, FOX Sports Arizona's Jack Magruder reports.The Diamondbacks picked up Tony Campana in a trade with the Cubs on Monday, so the team removed Hudson from the active roster to make room for Campana. Hudson is expected to return around July after undergoing Tommy John surgery in the offseason, but with several promising young starters already jockeying for the final spot in the rotation, he's not guaranteed a starting spot when he gets back.
Jan 7 2013Hudson (elbow) has endured no setbacks during his rehab, MLB.com reports.Hudson has hit all his checkpoints thus far in his recovery, throwing a tennis ball in November and playing catch from over 100 feet in December. The team remains optimistic Hudson can return to the rotation in July, at which point he'd have to demonstrate he can displace anyone among what should be a strong stable of starters.
Oct 29 2012Hudson (elbow) threw from 45 feet Monday, according to his Twitter account.Hudson said he completed 40 tosses and felt great afterwards. It's just a preliminary step in an arduous recovery process for Hudson as he rehabs Tommy John surgery, but early returns seem encouraging.
Oct 26 2012Hudson (elbow) was activated from the 60-day disabled list Thursday, Diamondbacks' official site reports.Hudson's expected to be out until just before next year's All-Star break following Tommy John surgery in July, but the Diamondbacks chose to welcome him back to the 40-man roster Friday.
Oct 13 2012Hudson (elbow) is hoping to return just before the All-Star break, the Arizona Republic reports.D-Backs manager Kirk Gibson and general manager Kevin Towers previously pointed to early August as the expected timetable for Hudson's return, but Hudson had surgery July 9 and should have a chance of making it back just ahead of the Mid-Summer Classic if everything goes off without a setback in his rehab.
Sep 17 2012Hudson (elbow) is progressing well in his rehab and remains on track for a midseason return in 2013, the Arizona Republic reports.At this point, Hudson is nearing clearance to begin throwing a tennis ball. Similar to the return of Brett Anderson in Oakland this season, Hudson could prove capable of returning value in the second half of 2013 if everything continues to go smoothly with his rehab work.
Sep 1 2012Hudson was moved from the 15-day to the 60-day DL on Saturday, the Diamondbacks' official Twitter page reports.The move was made to open up a roster spot for minor league outfielder Tyler Graham. Hudson is not expected to return from Tommy John surgery until roughly next year's All-Star weekend in July.
Jul 9 2012Hudson (elbow) confirmed on his Twitter account that he had successful Tommy John surgery.Hudson faces roughly a 10-12 month recovery window. With plenty of pitching depth in the high levels of the minors, the Diamondbacks shouldn't miss Hudson's absence too much.
Jul 1 2012Hudson's (elbow) visit with Dr. Lewis Yocum confirmed the original diagnosis of a torn UCL and he will undergo Tommy John surgery in the near future, the Arizona Republic reports.It's likely that Hudson will be back in the fold for the D-Backs around the All-Star break next season, as he's expected to have the operation at some point within the next week or so.
Jun 27 2012The Diamondbacks placed Hudson (forearm) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, according to the team's official Twitter page.The forearm tightness Hudson is dealing with is just the latest setback in what has already been a rough year for him. It's not clear how long Hudson will be out, but he will not pitch for the Diamondbacks again until after the All-Star break. Patrick Corbin was recalled from Triple-A Reno to take Hudson's spot on the roster, and likely in the rotation as well.
Jun 27 2012Hudson has been diagnosed with a torn UCL, the D-Backs' official Twitter feed reports.While Hudson may get a second opinion, it's expected that he will require Tommy John surgery and miss approximately one year as a result. Pat Corbin will take his place in the rotation, while it's likely that Trevor Bauer will stick as the fifth starter after Joe Saunders returns from the disabled list.
Jun 27 2012Hudson (elbow) is scheduled to have an MRI Wednesday, the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson left Tuesday's game against the Braves in the second inning after complaining of elbow soreness. For now, the team is referring to his issue, which apparently had been bothering him in his last few starts, as "right-forearm tightness." This puts even more of a strain on the Diamondbacks' rotation, as Joe Saunders was recently placed on the DL. Assuming Hudson is forced to miss time, the team will likely need to call up some reinforcements. Candidates include Patrick Corbin, Joe Martinez and Joe Paterson.
Jun 26 2012Hudson left Tuesday's game with "tightness in his right forearm," Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.Hudson's injury earlier this year was a shoulder impingement, a nerve injury. The tightness could be consistent with the same type of injury. The Diamondbacks will likely have to run some tests on Hudson over the next day or so and we'll know more by then. Consider him day-to-day for now.
Jun 26 2012Hudson left Tuesday's start against the Braves after just 1.2 innings (with seven hits and five runs allowed) following a mound visit from the Diamondbacks' trainer, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Jounal-Constitution reports.Hudson was making his sixth start since returning from a DL stint for a shoulder impingement. It's hard to tell yet if the exit was performance or injury related -- either would be warranted. More news will likely come in the next few hours.
Jun 14 2012Hudson posted a quality start at Texas on Thursday, giving up three runs and five hits with seven strikeouts over seven innings.Hudson allowed a run in the first inning, but settled down from there until he served up a two-run homer to David Murphy in the seventh. After getting hammered for six runs over just 1.2 innings Friday, Hudson responded with a nice bounce-back performance in a tough environment.
Jun 9 2012Hudson was pummeled for six runs off eight hits through just 1.2 innings against the A's on Friday. He had one strikeout.Hudson pitched well in his first two outings since coming off the disabled list in late May, but just didn't have it Friday. There has been no talk of another problem with his shoulder so this could just be chalked up to a bad night. He'll need to get back on track before his next start or the Rangers will punish him in Arlington next Thursday.
Jun 2 2012Hudson allowed two runs over eight innings and was the winning pitcher Saturday against the Padres.He gave up five hits while walking one and striking out five. Hudson has looked very good since his return from the DL, allowing just four runs over 13 innings in two starts. If it had not been for a pitch count of 112 after the eighth inning, then he may have had a shot to go the distance. Instead, J.J. Putz got the call to finish out the game. The win brings Hudson's record to 2-1 on the season to go along with a 4.65 ERA.
May 29 2012Hudson felt good Monday after making his first start since April 18 against the Brewers on Sunday, the D-Backs' official site reports.Hudson said that he's getting back into his normal routine, which is certainly a good sign after he missed more than a month with his injury. Hudson pitched five innings Sunday, but hopes to get deeper into his next start Saturday against the Padres in San Diego.
May 28 2012Hudson lasted five innings Sunday as he gave up two runs on six hits and one walk to go with three strikeouts during Arizona's win over Milwaukee.Hudson hadn't pitched since going on the disabled list Apr. 21 with a right shoulder impingement. As a result, he threw just 83 pitches in his stint as he eases his way into the rotation. Hudson's next slated start is Saturday at San Diego.
May 22 2012Hudson (shoulder) had a successful rehab assignment in Triple-A Reno on Monday, going five innings, allowing five hits, two runs (both earned), one walk while striking out two, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.If all continues as it is, Hudson will likely rejoin the D-Backs this weekend against the Brewers. Team sources say that Hudson's velocity topped out at 97 mph, a very encouraging sign. Ideally, Hudson will return to his 2011 form, when he won 16 games with a 3.49 ERA while striking out 169 in 33 starts.
May 22 2012Hudson (shoulder) will start on Sunday against the Brewers, according to Jack Magruder of FOXSportsArizona.com.Hudson must have shown enough in his rehab start on Monday in Triple-A Reno to get back in the rotation. He pitched five innings in the game, allowing two runs on five hits, striking out two and only walking one. If he can regain his 2011 form, he will be a huge addition to a Diamondbacks rotation that, besides Wade Miley, has been largely disappointing.
May 17 2012Hudson (shoulder) will make his next rehab start Monday at Triple-A Reno and could rejoin the Arizona rotation after that outing, the Arizona Republic reports.He threw 54 pitches during an extended spring training game Wednesday, and manager Kirk Gibson said that Hudson is currently on track to return May 26 or 27 against the Brewers.
May 16 2012Hudson (shoulder) threw 54 pitches over 2.1 innings in an extended spring training game on Wednesday, the Diamondbacks' official Twitter page reports.Hudson gave up two runs on two hits and allowed two walks while striking out three. Afterwards, he said his "arm feels great. My command is not where I want it to be." He will throw a bullpen session on Saturday, and it appears he's on track to return near the end of the month.
May 14 2012Hudson (shoulder) will throw about 50 pitches in an extended spring training outing Wednesday, the Arizona Republic reports.If all goes well, Hudson will might begin an official rehab assignment later in the week at Triple-A Reno. He now has a minimum timetable that will keep him on the DL until May 27.
May 12 2012Hudson (shoulder) won't be activated from the DL before May 27, the Arizona Republic reports.He faced live hitters during batting practice Friday and is scheduled to throw bullpen sessions Monday and Wednesday before possibly being cleared for a rehab start or two to build up his arm strength before a return to the Arizona rotation.
May 11 2012Hudson (shoulder) threw batting practice on Friday, Fox Sports Arizona reports.Friday marks the first time Hudson has faced hitters since being placed on the disabled list April 18. He's likely to take part in a few rehab assignments before being activated from the DL.
May 10 2012Hudson (shoulder) will throw from a mound again Friday after making it through his first 30-pitch session pain-free, the Arizona Republic reports.The plan continues to point Hudson toward a return to throwing against live hitters as early as next week. Until he makes a rehab start, the idea of a late May return is purely an estimate.
May 8 2012Hudson (shoulder) will throw 30 pitches during a bullpen session Tuesday, the Arizona Republic reports."I feel like I could jump back out there today, but at the same time you still want to be smart," Hudson said. "I want to be pitching in September and October, not go back out and have two starts and have something happen. We're just trying to be as smart as we can." Manager Kirk Gibson suggested that if everything goes well with Hudson's bullpen sessions and rehab work, he could be back in the rotation by the end of May.
May 6 2012Hudson (shoulder) will throw off a mound Tuesday for the first time since going on the DL, the Arizona Republic reports. He was encouraged by a flat-ground session Saturday.Hudson said that he first felt the impingement in his shoulder in the start prior to the one that put him on the DL. That pain is gone, and now he's eagerly awaiting his return. "I was hoping it would be a little bit quicker for me to come back, but I don't have any problem with it," Hudson said. "These guys are the experts on that stuff. I understand I have to get my stamina up to where I can throw 100-110 pitches."
May 4 2012The D-Backs have outlined a plan for Hudson (shoulder) including a flat-ground throwing session Friday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.He's still on track for a bullpen session Tuesday, followed by live hitters May 11 and a pair of rehab games scheduled for May 16 and May 21. If everything goes as planned, Hudson could be activated from the DL before the end of May.
Apr 30 2012Hudson (shoulder) will ramp up his throwing activities this week with the hope of having his first bullpen session May 8, the Arizona Republic reports.Until he's able to throw from a mound again without incident, it will be difficult to get a read on Hudson's timetable for a return. Previously, the D-Backs have hinted that he'll need a rehab assignment before returning, but it's unclear if that will be more than a minor league start or two.
Apr 29 2012Hudson (shoulder) threw on flat ground Friday, the Arizona Republic reports.General manager Kevin Towers said that Hudson will likely need a rehab assignment before his return to the rotation, and he's still scheduled to wait until at least May 8 to throw a bullpen session from a mound.
Apr 26 2012Hudson (shoulder) will not throw a bullpen session until May 7, the Arizona Republic reports.The D-Backs don't want to rush him back, but it's worth noting that May 7 is one day after Hudson is eligible to be activated from the DL. He'll likely need a rehab assignment before returning, which could keep Hudson from appearing for the D-Backs until late May.
Apr 24 2012Hudson (shoulder impingement) could begin playing catch after a five-day rest period, the Arizona Republic reports.Fortunately for the D-Backs, Hudson's MRI came back clean over the weekend. The concern in Arizona may be amplified by the fact that a right shoulder impingement was the initial diagnosis for Brandon Webb in 2009 before his career ultimately ended with a series of operations. Hudson's arm hasn't amassed nearly the same workload, however, and the early indications are that he'll be healthy later this season by resting now.
Apr 21 2012Hudson has been placed on the 15-day DL with a right shoulder impingement, the D-Backs' official Twitter feed reports.This is the first mention of any ailment for Hudson, and he was able to pitch well in his last start against the Pirates on Wednesday. There's no word yet as to who will take his place in the rotation, but Jonathan Albaladejo has been called up from Triple-A to take Hudson's roster spot.
Apr 21 2012Hudson (shoulder) already had an MRI and does not have any structural damage, the D-Backs' official Twitter feed reports.Manager Kirk Gibson said that the given how early it is in the season, the D-Backs weren't going to push Hudson through the injury. He was hitting 93-94 mph in his last start Wednesday against the Pirates, so it may not be a lengthy absence for him.
Apr 18 2012Hudson struck out five and walked three while giving up two runs on six hits over 7.2 innings Wednesday in a loss to the Pirates.The D-Backs' lineup struggled at the plate, getting shut out for five innings by the Pirates' bullpen on a day where Justin Upton and Chris Young were unavailable due to injuries and Paul Goldschmidt was held out of the lineup as well. All things considered, Wednesday was Hudson's best outing of his first three, and the only short-term concern for him will be run support as Young is on the DL and it's unclear when Upton will rejoin the D-Backs' lineup.
Apr 14 2012Hudson coughed up six runs off 10 hits and three walks while striking out three in 3.2 innings of work Friday night.Another poor outing for Hudson who saw his ERA jump to 8.71 for the year. He is struggling to find his groove this season and the concerns over his innings increase from 95.1 to 222 will become a hot topic of debate again if he doesn't turn it around soon. Perhaps a meeting with Pittsburgh next can help him find the cure for what ails him.
Apr 7 2012Hudson gave up four runs on five hits over 6.2 innings in a win over the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He struck out four and walked two, while the late home run he gave up to Brett Pill nearly took him out of the mix for a win. Ultimately, he pitched better than the final line suggests, and he will face a stiff test next time out against the Rockies at Coors Field on Friday.
Mar 13 2012Hudson threw 21 of his 30 pitches for strikes Sunday while striking out three over three hitless innings against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He struggled a bit in his first outing of the spring, but Hudson said that he commanded the inside part of the plate better Sunday and located pitches better in general. He's working on adding a slower breaking ball to go with this current three-pitch arsenal (fastball, change-up, slider), so don't be surprised if he has another bumpy outing or two in Cactus League play while he works the kinks out.
Sep 30 2011Hudson will take the ball for Game 2 of the NLDS against Milwaukee on Sunday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Beyond that, manager Kirk Gibson hasn't revealed his plans other than Ian Kennedy starting Game 1 on Saturday afternoon. Hudson has only made two career starts against Milwaukee and has allowed seven earned runs on 15 hits over 11 innings (including four homers) despite a 12:2 K:BB in those outings.
Sep 26 2011Hudson earned the loss against the Dodgers on Monday night. He allowed four runs on five hits, one home run and one walk while striking out five in seven innings. He finishes the season with a 3.49 ERA and a record of 16-12. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite a higher ERA this season, Hudson92s xFIP of 3.78 suggests his 2011 performance was similar to his 2010 performance where he had a 3.76 xFIP. He improved his walk rate from 2.55 BB/9 to 2.03 BB/9, and his 10 percent swinging strike rate suggests his strikeouts will be up next season.
Sep 20 2011Hudson lost his 11th game of the season on Tuesday against the Pirates. He allowed three runs on seven hits, one home run and three walks while striking out four in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson92s ERA increased to 3.43 for the season, and his xFIP of 3.75 suggests that he has been as good as advertised this season. His BABIP and strand rate are in line with the league average, but he should have a higher strikeout rate than 6.87 K/9 considering his swinging strike rate of 10 percent. Look for a better ERA next season with an improved strikeout rate.
Sep 14 2011Hudson went seven innings Wednesday, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took the hard-luck loss due to some stellar pitching by Clayton Kershaw and company, lowering his record to 16-10 on the season. Still, with a sub-2.35 ERA over the past two months he has been a boon for fantasy leaguers seeking championships this late in the season.
Sep 10 2011Hudson improved to 16-9 on the year after throwing a complete game against the Padres on Friday night. He allowed five hits, walked two and struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Another solid outing for Hudson, who improved his ERA to 3.41 with the effort. The long ball has been a bit of an issue for him lately, having given up six homers over his previous four starts, so it was good to see him keep the Padres in the park all night. He remains a must-start in all formats and has a favorable match-up against the Dodgers in L.A. next week.
Aug 29 2011Hudson improved his record to 14-9 and lowered his ERA to 3.61 after shutting out the Rockies for seven innings on Monday. He struck out eight and allowed only three hits and three walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson had all three of his pitches working on Monday as his 17.1 percent swinging strike rate indicates. The Rockies did not hit the ball well off of him (6.7 percent line drive rate), and his 4.1 WAR is among the top 20 of major league starting pitchers. He is a must start as the playoffs loom.
Aug 19 2011Hudson continued to be a picture of inconsistency allowing four runs (earned) on seven hits, including three home runs, over six innings of a 4-2 loss to Atlanta Friday night. He walked one and struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While he hasn't really been torched in his last few starts, he has allowed four or more runs in four of his last eight while allowing two runs or less in the other four outings. He will get the Nationals in Washington for his next start.
Aug 15 2011Hudson allowed four runs (two earned) over eight innings and was the winning pitcher Saturday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He gave up eight hits while walking two and striking out four. He's been all over the place in his last six starts, having three starts with four or more earned runs and then three starts where he has allowed just two or less earned runs. During those three strong starts, he has worked 25 innings and only surrendered four earned runs. Saturday's win brings his record to 12-8 on the season to accompany a 3.76 ERA.
Aug 8 2011Hudson's ERA rose to 3.83 as he lost his eighth game of the year in Monday's start against the Astros. He allowed 11 hits, one home run and struck out one in 3 innings of work. Seven runs came in to score, but only four of them were earned. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson continues to be marred by a .320 BABIP and a strand rate as low as 67.4 percent. The Astros did hit the ball hard in Monday's start, as 42.1 percent of the balls put in play against Hudson were line drives. He threw more than 180 innings between Triple-A and the majors last season, so fatigue should not be a factor down the stretch.
Aug 2 2011Hudson earned his 11th win after holding the Giants to just one run on six hits and one walk while striking out five on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson's ERA of 3.67 has been inflated because of a below average 67.9 strand rate and a .313 BABIP. Expect his ERA to continue to drop over the coming weeks.
Jul 23 2011Hudson lost for the first time since May 12th after allowing five runs off 10 hits and a walk in 6.1 innings of work against the Rockies. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been rock solid this year, so the occasional stumbling block should be expected. With a 6.85 K/9 and an FIP sitting almost a full point under his 3.72 ERA, Hudson is a no-brainer to start each week -- especially in San Diego his next time out.
Jul 19 2011Hudson threw his second complete game of the season in Sunday's win over the Dodgers, allowing five hits and no walks while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson also hit a homer for good measure. After a rough April, Hudson has strung together three solid months.
Jul 9 2011Hudson held the Cardinals to three runs (two earned) on eight hits in five innings Saturday, but he did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson may have also been the Diamondbacks' best hitter Saturday, going 2-for-2 with a pair of RBI in the loss. Hudson averaged eight innings per start between June 17 and June 28, but he has not reached the sixth in either of his July outings. The Diamondbacks have not publicly discussed an innings limit for Hudson, but it is worth noting he only pitched 185.2 innings between the minors and majors in 2010. He is already at 125 for 2011.
Jul 4 2011Hudson gave up six runs (five earned) in four innings Monday against the Brewers. He did not factor into the decision however, as the Diamondbacks came back to win the game in the ninth. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was just the second time all season that Hudson has failed to go six innings or more in a start. He wasn't wild, walking one, and the only major mistake he made was surrendering a grand slam to his counterpart, Shaun Marcum, on an 0-2 count.
Jun 29 2011Hudson held the Indians to two runs on six hits over eight innings Tuesday, but did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: J.J. Putz blew his fourth save of the season by allowing a pair of runs in just two-thirds of an inning, preventing Hudson from earning the victory. His next matchup will come on the road at Milwaukee, which is a potential time to sit him down in leagues with a tight innings cap as the Brewers have been tough on opposing pitchers at home this season.
Jun 24 2011Hudson allowed three runs and six hits in seven innings Thursday to notch the win at Kansas City. He issued one walk and struck out just one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite posting a season low in strikeouts, Hudson still had an effective outing, earning a quality start and recording his ninth win of the season.
Jun 19 2011Hudson pitched a complete game, three-hitter on Friday night against the White Sox, allowing just one run while walking one and striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson did a fantastic job showing off his talents to the team that traded him away last season and tossed his third consecutive quality start in the process. After a rocky April, Hudson has performed admirably over the last two months with an occasional speed bump here and there. But based on his current 3.56 ERA and 3.58 K/BB rate, those speed bumps should remain few and far between.
Jun 8 2011Hudson held the Pirates to three hits and three runs (one earned) in seven innings Tuesday, but he did not factor into the decision in the Diamondbacks' loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was on pace for the win after striking out seven over his 105 pitches, but David Hernandez blew the game in the eighth. Hudson has surrendred 87 hits over 88 innings this year, but he has only walked a total of four over his last five starts.
Jun 1 2011Hudson went seven innings against the Marlins on Wednesday, allowing four runs on ten hits while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a strong string of starts for most of May he has allowed nine earned runs over his last two starts while only striking out seven. He is still worth a spot start against the right opponent in competitive mixed leagues but he needs to do something encouraging soon.
May 28 2011Hudson wasn't at his best, but lasted long enough to notch his sixth win of the season Friday as Arizona came from behind to beat the Astros, 7-6. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson pitched six innings, allowing eight hits and six runs (five earned) while walking one and striking out four. He will take a 4.13 ERA into his next start at home against Florida.
May 23 2011Hudson pitch eight strong innings Sunday and got the win as Arizona beat Minnesota 3-2. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson (5-5) allowed eight hits and two earned runs while striking out six while helping Arizona sweep Minnesota on Sunday. In five May starts Hudson is 4-1 with a 2.27 ERA and 28:6 K:BB ratio in 35.2 innings.
May 19 2011Hudson struck out six and walked two while holding the Padres to one run on eight hits over seven innings Tuesday night. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's been pitching much better over his last four starts with a 22:6 K:BB and 2.28 ERA after he struggled through April (5.64 ERA). As long as his control and secondary pitches are sharp, Hudson has the tools to be a top-20 starter in the National League despite pitching half of his games in hitter-friendly Chase Field.
May 12 2011Hudson gave up three runs in 6.2 innings Thursday against the Giants, striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been very middle-of-the-road in all his starts this year, giving up between 3 and 5 runs in all but two of his eight games. His peripheral numbers (48:16 strikeout-to-walk ratio) indicate he could see better results soon, so stick with him.
May 8 2011Hudson pitched seven scoreless innings and was the winning pitcher in Saturday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He allowed five hits while striking out six in the outing. He now owns a 3-4 record on the season to go along with an ERA of 4.47.
May 1 2011Hudson pitched seven strong innings, allowing three earned runs, in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson allowed eight hits and one walk while striking out five while lowering his ERA to 5.30. Hudson won his second straight start and has a 37:13 K:BB ratio in 37.1 innings. The window to buy low on him is starting to close, if it's not closed already.
Apr 26 2011Though he battled through six tough innings, at least this time he was rewarded with the win after four straight losses to begin his season. The line included 10 hits and three earned runs, but the key may have been no walks and six well-placed strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hopefully, this represents a turning point for Hudson. He also aided his own cause by stroking a two-run double.
Apr 21 2011Hudson dropped to 0-4 with a loss to the Reds on Thursday, giving up seven runs over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Once again, Hudson was felled by a rough first inning, giving up four runs. "I can't keep putting my team in a deficit and expect them to fight their way out of it," Hudson said. "I've got to fight through this. I'm extremely frustrated. That's three straight games, four straight, really where I've struggled in the first inning. That's unacceptable."
Apr 15 2011Hudson took his third loss of the season as he gave up five runs (four earned) over six innings of work against the Giants on Friday night. He gave up six hits and walked three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't his best start of the season but Hudson did manage to strike out 10 on the night. The primary damage came on a Pablo Sandoval three-run home run in the first. After that Hudson seemed to settle in recording nine of his strikeouts after that one mistake. The young righty is still a solid option in all leagues, although he will be on the road in hitter friendly Cincinnati next.
Apr 9 2011Hudson struck out eight and walked three while holding the Reds to two runs on three hits over seven innings in a losing effort Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The D-Backs' offense couldn't solve Bronson Arroyo on Saturday, saddling Hudson with a loss even though he pitched very well after a two-run first inning. With 13 strikeouts in his first 13 innings this season, Hudson appears to be picking up right where he left off after being acquired by the D-Backs last season.
Apr 2 2011Hudson took the loss against the Rockies on Saturday after allowing three runs on six hits over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Hudson's first start at Coors Field, as he did not pitch there after coming over from the White Sox in 2010. All in all, it did not go too poorly, but the Diamondbacks' bats were unable to get much of anything going against Jorge De La Rosa and friends. Support from the D-Backs' bats may be a struggle for much of the season, so Hudson could throw up good numbers and still not win many games.
Mar 24 2011Hudson believes he may have been tipping pitches in his start against the Rangers on Wednesday, the D-Backs' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "I threw some good pitches that they just kind of spit on," Hudson said. "They seemed to be right on the fastball, and then I threw some good changeups ahead in the count that they kind of spit on, so I might have been tipping [pitches] a bit." Hudson remains on track to take the ball for the D-Backs as their No. 2 starter this season.
Mar 18 2011Hudson surrendered three runs over four innings in his spring training start Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson hasn't had a tremendous spring in terms of results, but he is working to make his slider a more prominent pitch in his arsenal - these are exhibition games, after all, the results don't actually matter.
Feb 28 2011Hudson is working on his slider this spring after primarily using just a fastball and change up last season, the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Having a low arm angle in his delivery, Hudson has struggled in the past with consistently maintaining the proper grip for the pitch. Still, if he can work in the third offering more consistently, it should help him keep opposing hitters off balance even more than he has with a two-pitch arsenal.
Feb 14 2011Hudson will have no restrictions this spring after his 2010 season ended with a strained tendon in his right middle finger, the D-Backs' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "It was a freak thing and there's not much you can do to strengthen that stuff up," Hudson said referring to the A4 pulley flexor tendon. "There's not much you can do to prevent it. Hopefully I don't have a little flare up, but it should be fine. I've thrown a few bullpens and it felt great, which really put my mind at ease because I was a little nervous." Hudson could potentially be the D-Backs' Opening Day starter this season after going 7-1 with a 1.69 ERA and 70:16 K:BB in 79.2 innings after being acquired for Edwin Jackson at the trade deadline last July.
Sep 28 2010Hudson will not pitch again in 2010 because of a finger sprain, Jack Magruder of FOXSportsArizona.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was spectacular for the Diamondbacks after coming over in the Edwin Jackson trade, and he should be in the top half of their rotation in 2011.
Sep 25 2010Hudson fell one out short of a complete game against the Dodgers Saturday, holding them to two runs in 8.2 innings for his seventh win of the year. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He recorded the first two outs of the ninth inning in short fashion - forcing Matt Kemp into a groundout and striking out Trent Oeltjen - but manager Kirk Gibson pulled him after he allowed a single and walked Andre Ethier. Hudson's seven wins rank him second on the Diamondbacks, and he has only been with the squad since the trade deadline.
Sep 19 2010Hudson allowed just one earned run on three hits in Sunday's loss to the Pirates but did not factor into the decision. He posted a 6:2 K:BB ratio in the game. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson continues to throw gems for the Diamondbacks and has now allowed one earned run or fewer in six of his 10 starts with the club. He will likely make two more starts before the end of the season.
Sep 14 2010Hudson held the Reds scoreless over eight innings Tuesday to pick up his sixth win since coming to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has six wins in eight starts for a not-so-great Diamondbacks team thanks to an 83:23 K:BB and a 1.07 WHIP through his first 80.1 innings with them.
Sep 9 2010Hudson allowed only one earned on five hits Wednesday night against the Giants. He struck out three and walked two in seven innings of work. The Diamondbacks went on to win, getting Hudson his sixth win in eleven starts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been impressive in his rookie season. Since joining the Diamondbacks he has a 2.86 ERA and has struck out 65 batters in 72 innings. Hudson is a great play next week in weekly formats; he is scheduled to pitch twice against the Reds and Pirates.
Sep 3 2010Hudson was not involved in the decision Friday despite allowing just two runs over six innings against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson allowed seven hits, but walked just one and struck out six. He has a 1.99 ERA in seven NL starts, and Friday was the first of those seven in which he didn't go at least seven innings.
Aug 29 2010Hudson allowed two runs on four hits and two walks in seven innings Saturday. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has allowed two runs or less in six of his nine starts. He's also struck out 34 in his last four starts and has pitched at least seven innings in his last six starts. Hudson's only mistake in this one was a solo homer allowed. His other run allowed came on an RBI groundout.
Aug 12 2010Hudson held the Brewers to two solo home runs in seven innings Wednesday to move to 3-0 since being traded to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson has been pretty close to dominant in each of his three starts. He allowed seven hits, walked one and easily reached a career high with nine strikeouts.
Aug 6 2010Hudson won his second straight start as a Diamondback Friday, holding the Padres to one run on three hits over seven solid innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The only run came via a Will Venable home run. Hudson walked two and struck out four and could attain 12-team mixed league relevance at some point this season.
Jul 31 2010Hudson will make his first start for the Diamondbacks on Sunday against the Mets, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be teamed with a weaker offense and a shakier bullpen in the desert, but the move to a more pitcher-friendly park and league should help his numbers. The Mets are slated to start Jon Niese on Sunday.
Jul 25 2010Hudson was touched for five earned runs over five innings in the White Sox' loss to the A's on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson allowed six hits and posted a 4:4 K:BB ratio. The A's got to him on Sunday, but he won't have to wait long for another shot at them - the White Sox play the A's next weekend again and Hudson is scheduled to pitch on Friday.
Jul 20 2010Hudson picked up his first MLB win of 2010 Monday against the Mariners, holding them to one run on five hits in 6.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He issued four walks in the start, but he did strike out six and the Chicago Tribune reports his fastball hit 95 mph. He should remain the Sox' fifth starter under the status quo, but the situation may change in the next few weeks. The team could sign or trade for a more proven starter to fill the void in their rotation left by Jake Peavy, or they could deal Hudson in a separate deal to land a big bat to plug in at DH. He threw 63 of his 99 pitches for strikes, and this start was a big improvement over his season debut, in which he only lasted four innings.
Jul 11 2010Hudson gave up five earned runs and lasted just four innings in the White Sox' victory over the Royals on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson gave up six hits, three walks, and struck out four in his first start of the season with the White Sox. Despite the rough outing, expect Hudson to make another start after the All-Star break.
Jul 10 2010Manager Ozzie Guillen confirmed Hudson will start Sunday against the Royals, the White Sox' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: We suspected Hudson would be the choice since Jake Peavy went down with an injury earlier in the week, and the Sox finally confirmed those suspicions. Guillen said the team would make a roster move Saturday night or Sunday morning, and Jeff Marquez is the likeliest candidate to get sent back to Triple-A Charlotte. Hudson could hold onto this rotation spot for the majority of the second half.
Jul 7 2010The White Sox could recall Hudson to make Jake Peavy's (back) Sunday start, the White Sox' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: We thought Hudson would make his season debut earlier than July, but the White Sox' starting five has stayed healthy to his point. He has gone 11-4 with a 3.47 ERA and 108:31 K:BB in 93.1 innings for Triple-A Charlotte, and opposing batters have only hit .194 off him over his last 58 innings. He could make at least 4-5 starts during Peavy's absence.
Mar 31 2010The White Sox optioned Hudson to Triple-A Charlotte Tuesday, the Arlington Heights Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Apparently Hudson wasn't too happy with the decision, but the White Sox did not have much of a choice; their staff was pretty much full of veterans when camp started. "He made the team, we just didn't have a space for him," manager Ozzie Guillen said. Hudson would be one of the first pitchers recalled if/when injury strikes.
Mar 11 2010Manager Ozzie Guillen said after Wednesday's game that Hudson may be better served by starting the season at Triple-A Charlotte, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Guillen's comments came after Hudson allowed two runs on four hits in two innings Wednesday. The decision to send Hudson to Triple-A does not seem official yet, but fairly close to it. It would make sense to keep Hudson conditioned as a starter rather than have him pitch irregularly as a reliever. He could still be up some time in the summer.
Mar 6 2010Hudson held the Cubs to two scoreless innings Saturday before surrendering three runs on three hits in the third. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He had zero strikeouts and zero walks, but he coasted through his last two innnings. Things got a little rough in the third, hitting a batter and throwing a wild pitch, but all of the hits surrendered were on the ground. Hudson faces somewhat of a conundrum this spring. The only way he can make the White Sox bullpen is by pitching well. But if he pitches too well, then the team may prefer to keep him conditioned as a starter at Triple-A.
Mar 3 2010Hudson struck out four of the six batters he faced in a "B" game Tuesday, the White Sox' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bear in mind most hitters are usually a bit rusty at this point in the spring, but Hudson retired all six batters he faced. Manager Ozzie Guillen said he wasn't surprised by the performance, but Hudson may be destined to start the season at Triple-A Charlotte anyway.
Feb 26 2010Hudson will pitch in a "B" game Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Two of Hudson's primary competitors for one of the final bullpen slots, Carlos Torres and Daniel Cabrera, will also throw in this game.
Sep 29 2009Hudson picked up his first MLB win Sunday against the Tigers. He held them to two runs on three hits in six innings, but he also walked five (to four strikeouts) ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That walks number is scary high, and he has now walked eight in his 11 innings as a MLB starter. Only 60 percent of his pitches went for strikes between those two starts, but it's worth noting opposing batters only hit .179 off him. It's all too small of a sample size to make any large generalizations, but he should be given a shot to compete for the fifth starter role in spring training.
Sep 23 2009Hudson took the loss against the Twins Monday, but he only allowed one earned run (two additional unearned runs) on four hits in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The four walks were somewhat concerning, but three of those came in the second inning. Hudson struck out four in the game, but he also ran up a fairly high pitch count (99 pitches, 64 strikes). It is unclear if he will start again in 2009, but his name should be in the discussion to start in 2010.
Sep 22 2009Monday may be Hudson's only MLB start of the season, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Monday was supposed to be Gavin Floyd's (hip) start, and Floyd will return to the rotation Saturday. Hudson could stay in the starting five depending on how Sox management handles the rest of the staff, but they are concerned about the 152 innings he has thrown this season.
Sep 6 2009Hudson threw two innings of no-hit relief Friday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He hit the first batter he faced, but that was the only runner he allowed in his MLB debut. Hudson threw one strikeout and 17 of his 23 pitches went for strikes. The Sox may give him a few starts down the stretch, and he is in the conversation for the 2010 rotation.
Sep 4 2009The White Sox called up Hudson from Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday, the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hudson will be available for Thursday's game against the Cubs. He could see a spot start or two down the stretch, while the long-term plan is to see him compete for a rotation spot in 2010.
Sep 3 2009Hudson told the Newport News Daily Press he will soon join the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He should be up soon, but it is unclear if he will join the starting rotation with Carlos Torres getting the nod Thursday against the Cubs. Hudson has shot through Low-A to Triple-A this season, posing a 166:34 K:BB in the process. He has only allowed five home runs on the season, and only two since being promoted from High-A Winston Salem. Even if he does not start in September, he should contend for the rotation in 2010.