Anthony Bass
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Jun 15 2023Bass was released by the Blue Jays on Thursday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass was designated for assignment Friday and will now become a free agent. He struggled to a 4.95 ERA and 1.40 WHIP across 20 innings before losing his roster spot, but he had proven to be a reliable setup man in the prior seasons. As a result, he may get a chance to latch on with another bullpen around the league.
Jun 9 2023Bass was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass has put up a 4.95 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 19:9 K:BB over 20 relief innings with the Jays this season. He also was recently reprimanded, although not suspended, after sharing an anti-LGBTQIA+ video on social media. Bass will now go through the waiver process.
Nov 8 2022The Blue Jays will exercise Bass' $3 million club option for 2023 on Tuesday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was acquired from the Marlins at the trade deadline and will stick with the Blue Jays in 2023. Bass finished the year with a 1.54 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 73:20 K:BB across 70.1 innings, and he should fill a high-leverage role again for Toronto next year.
Aug 2 2022The Blue Jays acquired Bass and right-hander Zach Pop from the Marlins on Tuesday in exchange for infielder Jordan Groshans, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass arrives in Toronto in the midst of an exceptional 20-appearance run in which he submitted an 0.46 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 21:4 K:BB in 19.2 innings while gathering six holds. Though he won't be a threat to Jordan Romano's role as the Blue Jays' closer, Bass should provide an upgrade over the team's existing setup options. He'll also be more than a rental piece for the Blue Jays, as his contract contains an affordable $3 million team option for 2023.
Jul 25 2022Bass (2-3) blew the save, but picked up the win anyway in Sunday's 6-5 victory over Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on two hits while striking out three and walking none over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass entered the game in the ninth with a 4-2 lead, but allowed a two-run single to Yoshi Tsutsugo that tied the game. Thankfully for Bass, his offense took the lead again in the 10th inning, which gave him the blown save but also the win. Bass has seen three save chances this season, all of which have resulted in blown saves, but he continues to be a reliable arm in lower leverage situations (15 holds). He will take a 1.51 ERA into his next appearance.
Jul 9 2022Bass struck out two in a perfect seventh inning Friday to record his 14th hold of the season in a win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander reeled off his 11th straight scoreless appearance in impressive fashion. Bass might be Miami's most reliable reliever at the moment, posting a 0.54 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 13:2 K:BB through 16.2 innings since the beginning of June, but he hasn't had a save since 2020 and manager Don Mattingly seems more comfortable using the 34-year-old in a setup role.
May 9 2022Bass struck out two over 1.2 perfect innings Sunday to record his seventh hold of the season in a loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marlins manager Don Mattingly elected to use current closer Anthony Bender in the sixth inning to protect a 2-0 lead, and after he got the job done, Bass entered the game to shepherd the lead into the eighth. Unfortunately for Miami, Cole Sulser wound up blowing the save in the ninth. Bass is among the MLB leaders in holds so far, sitting two back of Devin Williams, and he's been scored upon in only two of his 14 appearances to begin the season, leaving the 34-year-old journeyman with a 1.23 ERA, 0.68 WHIP and 16:3 K:BB through 14.2 innings.
Apr 8 2022Bass (0-1) gave up a run on a hit and a walk in two-thirds of an inning to take the loss Friday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Anthony Bender blew the save in the ninth inning, but Bass fared no better in the 10th, allowing the winning run to cross the plate on an Austin Slater walkoff double. Bass is in the late-inning mix for the Marlins, but after going 0-for-4 on save chances in 2021, he remains a risky play for anyone looking for help in that category.
Mar 27 2022Bass is an option to close for the Marlins at the beginning of the season with Dylan Floro delayed by a hip issue, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Floro was expected to be the ninth-inning man for Miami to begin the season, but he has yet to appear in a Grapefruit League game while dealing with hip soreness. Of the remaining options for saves, Bass has the most experience, recording 12 saves for the Mariners and Blue Jays between 2019 and 2020, but Anthony Bender is viewed as having the best stuff, while Richard Bleier could also see work against left-handers at the end of games. "I think we're going to be more of a mix-and-match club," manager Don Mattingly said Friday. "We're not sitting here with Mariano [Rivera] or Kenley [Jansen] or these dudes that you say, 'This is my ninth-inning guy, he gets the ball every time.' That might develop like that, but right now, I don't think we're there." While Mattingly may talk in terms of a committee, his track record suggests he much prefers having one set closer, so if Bass or Bender have a quick start to the season in the role, they may well end up keeping it for a while.
Aug 1 2021Bass (1-6) allowed two runs (one earned) on one hit and struck out the only batter he retired as he took the loss versus the Yankees on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander allowed two of the three batters he faced in the eighth inning to get on base, and Richard Bleier proceeded to allow both inherited runners to score. The loss was Bass's first since July 9, when he worked as an opener. The 33-year-old hadn't given up a run in 6.1 innings since that appearance prior to Sunday. He has a 3.79 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 38:17 K:BB with 12 holds and four blown saves in 47 appearances, but he could be in the mix for saves after Yimi Garcia was traded to Houston.
Jul 10 2021Bass (1-5) took the loss Friday, giving up one run on one hit while striking out two in the first inning as the Marlins were downed 5-0 by Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first career appearance as an opener, the right-hander served up a solo shot to Freddie Freeman, and a slumbering Miami offense never climbed out of that early hole. Bass continues to struggle with consistency, getting tagged for runs in four of his last 10 games, and he sports a 4.28 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 31:15 K:BB through 33.2 innings on the year as he falls further out of the high-leverage mix for the Marlins.
Jul 9 2021Bass will start Friday's game versus Atlanta, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander will start Friday's contest as manager Don Mattingly employs a bullpen game after starter Zach Thompson (illness) was scratched. Bass won't provide much length given he hasn't pitched more than one inning during any appearance this season. He has a 4.13 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 29:15 K:BB across 32.2 frames.
Jul 4 2021Bass (1-4) gave up a run on one hit and three walks in two-thirds of an inning in Sunday's extra-inning loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had a rather bizarre appearance in the 10th inning. He intentionally walked two of the first three batters, getting initial runner Austin Riley out on a throw for the second out. Bass then loaded the bases with one more intentional walk to Kevan Smith to get to the pitcher's spot in the order. Atlanta sent pitcher Max Fried up as a pinch hitter, and he delivered a walkoff single to stick Bass with the loss. To make matters worse, the run he allowed counted as an earned run and lifted his ERA to 4.40 with a 1.27 WHIP through 30.2 innings this year. The right-hander has 10 holds and four blown saves, but he should continue to see high-leverage work despite some inconsistency.
Jun 12 2021Bass retired the only batter he faced to end the seventh inning Friday, recording his ninth hold of the season in a win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Entering with two outs and the tying run at third base, Bass got Ozzie Albies to fly out and end the threat. The veteran right-hander has looked much more comfortable in a setup role than he did at the beginning of the year as Miami's closer -- since picking up his first hold May 6, Bass has a 2.08 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 13:7 K:BB over 13 innings.
May 9 2021Bass (1-3) allowed an unearned run on a hit and a walk with two strikeouts in one inning during Sunday's extra-inning loss to Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass intentionally walked Daniel Vogelbach to pitch to Tyrone Taylor, who promptly hit a go-ahead RBI single. Miami's offense was unable to bail out Bass in the bottom of the 10th. The right-hander carries a 5.40 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 9:5 K:BB across 11.2 innings this season. He began the year as the closer, but with three blown saves early on, Bass yielded ninth-inning duties to Yimi Garcia, who pitched a scoreless inning with three strikeouts in a tied game Sunday.
May 7 2021Bass gave up a hit and a walk in a scoreless eighth inning to record his first hold of the season in Thursday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't pretty, as Bass threw only eight of 15 pitches for strikes, but he was able to get the job done. The veteran righty has a 1.08 ERA over 8.1 innings since spitting the bit on the closer role, but his 5:3 K:BB over that stretch suggests he's still not a great fit for high-leverage work.
Apr 16 2021Bass (1-2) was credited with the win Friday against the Giants after tossing a scoreless inning, striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass was called upon duty to pitch the eighth inning and only needed eight pitches to get the job done -- he tossed seven of those deliveries for strikes, as he was in complete command of the zone. The right-hander lost the closer job a few days ago following a woeful start to the season, but he seems to be turning things around and has now pitched four straight scoreless outings since being removed from the closer role.
Apr 10 2021Bass seems to have lost the closer job in Miami, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Don Mattingly said Bass has some things to work on and was non committal at best regarding the ninth inning, per Mish. Bass is 0-for-2 on save chances and has given up six earned runs in 2.1 innings through three appearances. Yimi Garcia and Dylan Floro are the top options for saves with Bass out of the role.
Apr 9 2021Bass received a vote of confidence from Marlins manager Don Mattingly after blowing his second save of the season Thursday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. "I definitely think it's too early to make a judgment on that [changing closers]," Mattingly said after Thursday's loss. "Anthony's got good stuff. He's going to be fine." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the right-hander's second loss of the season came in controversial fashion after Michael Conforto allowed himself to be hit by a pitch in the strike zone to force in the winning run, Bass had already blown the save by serving up a Jeff McNeil solo homer, not to mention loading the bases to set the stage for Conforto's walkoff HBP. Despite Mattingly's patience, Bass doesn't have the kind of track record that would give him plenty of leeway, and he'll need to turn things around quickly to hang onto ninth-inning duties.
Apr 8 2021Bass (0-2) allowed two earned runs on three hits and a walk while also hitting a batter to blow the save and take the loss Thursday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass entered the game in the bottom of the ninth inning and was tasked with protecting a 2-1 lead. He quickly squandered that, surrendering a leadoff home run to Jeff McNeil. After recording one out, Bass allowed the next three batters to reach base before he hit Michael Conforto with a pitch to force in the winning run. Though there was controversy surrounding Conforto's plate appearance -- he appeared to lean into the strike zone to ensure he was hit by the ball -- Bass pitched poorly for the second time in three appearances this season. While a change at closer may not occur yet, Yimi Garcia or Dylan Floro could start to see save chances if Bass continues to struggle.
Apr 3 2021Bass (0-1) blew his first save of the season and took the loss Friday as the Marlins fell 6-4 to the Rays, coughing up four runs on four hits over one inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a brutal start to his tenure as Miami's closer. Called on to protect a 4-2 lead in the ninth inning, Bass instead gave up singles to Brandon Lowe and Yandy Diaz before the light-hitting Joey Wendle blasted a pitch into the second deck in right field, with Tampa tacking on one more run afterward for good measure. Bass has little track record as a closer, coming into the season with only 15 career saves, so he might not have much leash in the role. What job security he does have may come from the fact that the Marlins' bullpen lacks any other clear alternatives.
Mar 29 2021Bass is the favorite to open the season as the Marlins' primary closer, Jordan McPherson of The Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander has done nothing to pitch himself out of the job this spring, posting 2.16 ERA and 8:3 K:BB in 8.1 Grapefruit League innings. Bass saved 12 games over the last two seasons for the Mariners and Blue Jays, a mark he could easily exceed even if he winds up splitting ninth-inning work with Yimi Garcia.
Mar 16 2021Bass has yet to give up an earned run this spring over five appearances (five innings) while posting a 4:2 K:BB. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander headed into the spring in the mix for the closer role in Miami, and while he hasn't been particularly dominant, he's been much more effective than his main competition, Yimi Garcia. Bass has 12 saves over the last two seasons while seeing some ninth-inning duty for the Mariners and Jays, but the track record of Marlins manager Don Mattingly suggests he prefers having one closer over a committee, so the 33-year-old could eclipse that number quickly in 2021.
Jan 22 2021Bass signed a two-year deal with the Marlins on Friday that includes a team option for 2023, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander ended up finishing 2020 as Toronto's closer, posting a 3.51 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 21:9 K:BB over 25.2 innings while recording seven saves and three holds. Miami doesn't have a clear closer with spring training on the horizon, so Bass could be in the mix for the job with his new team.
Sep 27 2020Bass struck out two over 1.1 perfect innings to record his seventh save of the season in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rafael Dolis got the save Thursday, but Jays manager Charlie Montoyo elected to give his regular closer some extra rest prior to the postseason and let Bass pick up his second save of the week. The right-hander's first season with the Jays has gone well, and Bass has a 3.51 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 21:9 K:BB through 25.2 innings with two wins and three holds in addition to his saves.
Sep 20 2020Bass was perfect across 1.1 innings Sunday, striking out one and earning the save against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass came into the contest with two on and two out in the eighth inning and escaped the danger with a one-pitch groundout against Jay Bruce. He then needed just 13 pitches to quickly retire the top of the Phillies lineup in the ninth to earn his sixth save of the season. Bass is sporting a 3.42 ERA and 19:6 K:BB over 23.2 innings.
Sep 5 2020Bass (2-3) allowed two runs (one earned) on a hit and a walk while recording just one out in a loss to the Red Sox on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass entered with a one-run lead in the ninth inning, but gave up a leadoff homer to Xander Bogaerts to tie the game. Bass then walked J.D. Martinez before Christian Vazquez reached on a fielder's choice. Vazquez would cause Bass problems, as the Red Sox catcher stole second and reached third on a throwing error by Blue Jays catcher Caleb Joseph. The collapse was complete when Vazquez scored on a Yairo Munoz fielder's choice. It was Bass's second blown save of the year. He now has a 2.79 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 15 strikeouts in 19.1 innings. The 32-year-old will likely continue as the closer in the near term, but Ken Giles (forearm) would likely assume ninth-inning duties when he returns.
Sep 2 2020Bass pitched a 1-2-3 ninth inning Wednesday against the Marlins, leading to his fourth save of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the recent departure of Jordan Romano (finger) to the 10-day injured list and Ken Giles (forearm) still building up his arm strength, Bass has become the Blue Jays' only realistic candidate to handle the closer role in the short term. The right-hander earned his first save since Aug. 8 and as he was able to withhold a run from scoring for the first time in his last three appearances. Both Romano and Giles are expected back in 2020, but until either one of them returns, Bass figures to remain as the team's primary closer.
Aug 25 2020Bass was unavailable Monday when Jordan Romano got the save but is available Tuesday against the Red Sox and manager Charlie Montoyo said he is comfortable with either pitcher saving games, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Romano is the current Jays reliever du jour after Bass held that title a couple weeks ago. It sounds like they both will continue to get save chances in the short term, and Bass could be the guy if a save chance were to arise Tuesday. Ken Giles (forearm) continues to progress and could take the closer's job back sometime in September.
Aug 22 2020Bass (1-1) took the loss Saturday as the Blue Jays fell 2-1 to the Rays in 10 innings, allowing an unearned run on a hit and an intentional walk in two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brought in to get the final out of the ninth inning in a tie game, Bass returned for the 10th but couldn't hold Tampa at bay with the speedy Manuel Margot beginning the frame at second base. Despite the stumble, the right-hander still has a 2.13 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 9:3 K:BB through 12.2 innings, but manager Charlie Montoyo's recent usage of him suggests Bass is just one of the high-leverage arms, along with Jordan Romano and perhaps a couple others, who could get regular save chances for Toronto over the final part of the season.
Aug 18 2020Bass (1-0) pitched two innings, allowing just one hit and striking out three to earn the win in Tuesday's 8-7 extra-inning victory over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass was unavailable over the weekend, but he's pitched three scoreless innings in the last two games versus the Orioles. He was able to get the win Tuesday after the Blue Jays put up a run in the top of the 10th inning. Bass has a 2.45 ERA, 0.64 WHIP, nine strikeouts and three saves through 10 appearances. He should continue to be in the conversation for late-inning work when healthy.
Aug 16 2020Bass was unavailable for Sunday's doubleheader against the Rays due to back tightness, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass tossed a scoreless inning with one strikeout in Friday's series opener against the Blue Jays, but he apparently suffered a back issue that prevented him from entering either of the contests in Sunday's twin bill. It's unclear whether the issue will impact his availability going forward. Bass has converted on three of his four save opportunities to begin the season while also posting a 3.38 ERA and 0.75 WHIP over eight innings.
Aug 8 2020Bass pitched a perfect ninth inning with one strikeout to earn the save in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass whiffed Christian Vazquez before getting fly-outs from Kevin Pillar and Jackie Bradley to finish the inning in a mere eight pitches. The 32-year-old Bass has yet to allow a run in 6.1 innings this year, with just two hits and a walk against him so far. Expect the right-hander to continue in the closer role while Ken Giles (forearm) is out.
Aug 5 2020Bass worked around a hit and a walk in a scoreless ninth inning against the Braves on Wednesday to earn his second save of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He also worked around the worst missed-strike call in MLB this season, a pitch right down the heart of the plate called a ball. Bass did not have a single swinging strike on 16 pitches, but he got the job done regardless and it's clear that he has the job pretty much all to himself while Ken Giles (forearm) is sidelined.
Jul 27 2020Bass gave up a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Monday to record his first save of the season in a 4-1 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is the Jays' closer for now after Ken Giles (elbow) landed on the IL, and Bass had little difficulty converting his first chance. He has yet to give up a run over three appearances and 3.1 innings to begin 2020, but his 2:0 K:BB is an accurate reflection of his lack of dominance. Still, as long as he doesn't implode, he should see the bulk of the work in the ninth inning for Toronto until Giles is healthy.
Mar 23 2020Bass remains among the top options to set up for Jays closer Ken Giles when the regular season finally begins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander has turned his career around the last two seasons thanks to a spike in velocity -- Bass averaged a career-high 95.4 mph with his fastball in 2019. His sinker-slider arsenal doesn't generate many whiffs, but he could be the reliever called upon in high-leverage spots when the Jays need a double play rather than a strikeout. Bass recorded career highs in saves (five) and holds (six) last season, and while he probably won't match the former, he could reach double digits for the first time in the latter category.
Dec 3 2019Bass avoided arbitration Tuesday by signing a one-year deal with the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass will make $1.5 million in 2020, per Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca. The righty finished 2019 with a solid 3.56 ERA in 48 innings for the Mariners but was designated for assignment and claimed by Toronto in late October. He'll compete for the top setup role in front of Ken Giles.
Oct 29 2019The Blue Jays claimed Bass off waivers from Seattle on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass spent the 2019 season with the Mariners, posting a 3.56 ERA in 48 innings and saving five games. Ryan Dull was designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster.
Sep 12 2019Bass struck out two in two-thirds of an inning to record his fourth save in a 5-3 win over the Reds on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass was called to pitch with one out and the bases loaded with a three-run lead in the ninth inning. Bass struck out the first two batters he faced, although a wild pitch allowed a run to score on the second punchout. He forced a groundout to nail down his fourth save of the season. The 31-year-old has now gotten saves in both games of the series, while Matt Magill has not pitched since Sept. 5.
Sep 10 2019Bass pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn the save against Cincinnati on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass needed only nine pitches to set the Reds down in order and pick up his first save since Aug. 7. The right-hander has recently yielded primary closer duties to Matt Magill, though Tuesday's opportunity to close out the one-run game suggests that Seattle's ninth-inning situation is fluid. Nonetheless, relying on Bass is a shaky proposition as he has blown five of eight save chances this season while posting a 3.67 ERA and 37:16 K:BB in 41.2 innings.
Aug 9 2019Bass (1-4) took the loss Friday, allowing three runs (two earned) on a hit and three walks over one inning in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Rays.
Aug 8 2019Bass picked up his second save of the season and the fifth of his career, working around one hit to fire a scoreless ninth inning against the Padres on Wednesday.
Aug 4 2019Bass struck out one in a perfect inning Sunday against the Astros.
Jul 15 2019Bass (1-3) was charged with a loss against the Angels on Sunday, allowing two earned runs on two hits and a walk over 1.2 innings. He also recorded a strikeout.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Bass did not allow a baserunner over 1.1 innings, striking out two batters and earning the save in Friday's 4-3 win over the Angels.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 21 2018Bass was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a back strain prior to Saturday's doubleheader against St. Louis, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.Bass will be eligible to return July 31. The Cubs are officially calling his injury a "right mid-thoracic strain." In his place, Dillon Maples was called up from Triple-A Iowa.
Jul 19 2018The Cubs activated Bass (illness) from the 10-day disabled list Thursday.Bass had been on the DL for about two weeks with the illness, but checked out fine after tossing an inning in relief during a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. He should be available out of the bullpen Thursday for the Cubs' series opener with the Cardinals.
Jul 17 2018Bass (illness) pitched a scoreless inning with one strikeout in a rehab appearance with Triple-A Iowa Tuesday.Bass looked sharp, as he worked through his inning of work in just 11 pitches, with eight going for strikes. The 30-year-old was pitching well for the Cubs this season, posting a 0.63 ERA and 1.12 WHIP across 14.1 innings, and he'll likely return at some point to provide bullpen depth.
Jul 8 2018Bass was placed on the 10-day disabled list Sunday with an illness, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic Chicago reports.Bass had his contract purchased from Triple-A Iowa in early June and has allowed only two runs (one earned) over 14.1 innings since being promoted. James Norwood was recalled from Iowa to give the Cubs' bullpen an additional arm.
Jun 11 2018Bass had his contract purchased from Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.Bass will join the big club for the first time all season after compiling an impressive 2.28 ERA across 23.2 innings with Triple-A Iowa. He'll offer a fresh arm out of the bullpen after two of the team's relievers (Luke Farrell and Cory Mazzoni) tossed more than an inning of relief in Sunday's loss to the Pirates. Mazzoni was sent to the minors in a corresponding roster move.
Mar 28 2018Bass will not break camp with the Cubs, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports.Bass failed to earn an Opening Day roster spot and will begin the 2018 season back at the Triple-A level. The final bullpen spot seemingly went to Eddie Butler, who worked primarily as a started for the Cubs last year. Bass will serve as organizational depth moving forward.
Mar 19 2018Bass (lat) gave up one run on three hits in 0.2 innings Monday against the Reds.Bass has been struggling to recover from a strained lat, but he was able to take the mound Monday for the first time since March 5. He's in the mix for one of the final spots in the Cubs' bullpen, so he'll have to pitch well down the stretch of spring training for a shot at making the Opening Day roster.
Mar 18 2018Bass has been sidelined recently with a strained right lat but expects to get into a Grapefruit League game on Monday, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.Bass downplayed the injury, saying it was simply something that "flared up" and shouldn't keep him sidelined long. The 30-year-old non-roster invitee is in the mix for the team's final bullpen spot, so he could really benefit from getting back in there soon and pitching well.
Mar 16 2018Bass is in the running for the Cubs' final bullpen spot, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.Bass is in camp with the Cubs on a minor-league contract. He's pitched just 5.2 major-league innings over the past two years and owns a career 4.60 ERA and a 15.4 percent strikeout rate. Eddie Butler appears to be the favorite for the final bullpen job, but Bass could be up at some point during the season if not at the start.
Dec 21 2017Bass announced that he signed with the Cubs on Thursday, via his personal Twitter account.Bass likely agreed to a minor-league contract with the team, which comes after he was designated for assignment at the tail-end of the season by the Rangers. He only appeared in a pair of big-league games last year -- and played the previous season in Japan with the Nippon Ham Fighters -- after being a solid contributor for the club's bullpen in 2015. But he spent a majority of his time at Triple-A Round Rock in 2017, posting a 4.18 ERA and 1.42 WHIP while holding an 87:28 K:BB over 75.1 innings. Looking ahead, he will provide organizational depth for the Cubs next year, but may not see much time at the major-league level barring some injuries.
Sep 3 2017Bass was outrighted to Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday.The right-hander cleared waivers after being designated for assignment Thursday and will stick around as organizational pitching depth. Bass had previously made two appearances with the big club this season in long relief, serving up nine runs on 14 hits over 5.2 innings.
Aug 31 2017Bass was designated for assignment Thursday, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.The Rangers needed to clear a spot on the 40-man for Miguel Gonzalez, whom they acquired in a deadline deal Thursday. Bass was the casualty and will now be subject to waivers before potentially returning to the Rangers' organization. Over 75.1 innings at Triple-A Round Rock this season, Bass posted a 4.18 ERA and a 1.42 WHIP.
May 3 2017Bass was recalled Wednesday from Triple-A Round Rock.Bass, who has operated on the majors-to-minors shuttle this week, is back with the big-league club following the injury to Cole Hamels (oblique). The 29-year-old will likely be seldom-used in high-leverage situations, and in his one appearance this season, he gave up six runs over three innings.
Apr 26 2017Bass coughed up six runs (four earned) and surrendered nine hits in three innings of long relief during Tuesday's 8-1 loss to the Twins.It wasn't an auspicious season debut for Bass, who entered the game in the fifth inning after starter Andrew Cashner surrendered a homer to open the frame. Bass did little to clot the bleeding, giving up five hits and throwing a wild pitch before recording the first out of the inning. Don't expect on the Rangers to count on the veteran for high-leverage work out of the bullpen anytime soon.
Apr 20 2017Bass had his contract purchased from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday, Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News reports.Bass will likely head to the bullpen where he could serve as a long relief option if needed. The 29-year-old put up impressive numbers at Round Rock before earning the promotion, allowing just two hits through 8.1 scoreless innings while striking out an astonishing 16 batters.
Feb 11 2017Bass signed a minor league contract with the Rangers on Friday.Bass returns to Texas after playing 33 games with the club in 2015. He spent last season in Japan, where he compiled a 3.65 ERA in 103.2 innings pitched. The right-hander has a 4.40 career ERA and a 1.39 WHIP in five major league seasons and will be a long shot to make the squad out of spring training.
Feb 11 2017Bass signed a minor league contract with the Rangers on Friday.Bass returns to Texas after playing 33 games with the club in 2015. He spent last season in Japan, where he compiled a 3.65 ERA in 103.2 innings. The right-hander has a 4.40 career ERA and a 1.39 WHIP in five major league seasons and will be a long shot to make the squad out of spring training.
Nov 15 2016Bass announced that he plans to continue his baseball career in the United States during the 2017 season.Bass pitched for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters in Japan last season, and went 8-8 with a 3.65 ERA in 14 starts and 23 relief appearances. That being said, the 29-year-old didn't see a lot of success stateside prior to leaving, as his 4.40 career ERA would suggest, which could hurt his prospects of garnering much of a role at the major league level.
Feb 3 2016Bass will play in Japan in 2016, Baseball America reports.He was traded to the Mariners during the offseason, but was then released from his contract to pursue playing overseas. He signed a contract with the Nippon Ham Fighters, and will not pitch in the big leagues this season.
Jan 7 2016Bass was released by the Mariners on Thursday, Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times reports.Bass initiated the release in hopes of finding a better opportunity on a team in Japan. He was expected to provide depth in the Mariners bullpen, but his spot on the 40-man roster is now vacant. As a Ranger last season, Bass put up a 4.50 ERA and 1.34 WHIP with 45 strikeouts in 64 innings.
Nov 16 2015Bass was traded from the Rangers to the Mariners on Monday.Bass will provide the Mariners with some depth out of the bullpen as an additional piece of a trade that centered around Leonys Martin and Tom Wilhelmsen. In 64 innings with the Rangers last season, the 28-year-old posted a 4.50 ERA and 1.34 WHIP with 45 strikeouts.
Aug 6 2015Bass was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday.Texas is off Thursday, but the team will recall right-handers Bass and Luke Jackson in advance of Friday's game in Seattle. Alex Claudio and Phil Klein will be optioned to Round Rock to clear roster spots. In 26 appearances for Texas this season, Bass holds a 4.35 ERA with 38 strikeouts and 14 walks in 51.2 innings.
Jul 27 2015Bass was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock on Monday.Working as a mop-up man for the Rangers, he holds a 4.35 ERA in 51.2 innings across 26 appearances. Bass didn't help his case for remaining in the majors after Sunday's meltdown against the Angels, conceding three runs (two earned) without recording an out. He's replaced by Phil Klein in the Rangers' bullpen.
Apr 13 2015Bass could be in line to start Wednesday against the Angels, TR Sullivan of MLB.com reports.Bass took over and pitched five innings following Derek Holland's injury and could fill in as his replacement in the rotation. It's still possible Bass is needed out of the bullpen either Monday or Tuesday, so no official announcement on Wednesday's starter has been made yet.
Apr 10 2015Bass gave up one run on four hits over five innings in Friday's game after starter Derek Holland left with a shoulder injury following the first inning.He was remarkably efficient in the long relief outing, turning 63 pitches into 15 outs and minimizing the impact of Holland's early exit on the rest of the Texas bullpen. Considering that he would be on regular rest for Holland's next turn in the rotation, Bass may be a candidate for at least a spot start depending on how the Rangers want to address the vacancy. It's expected that Holland will miss at least six weeks with the injury.
Apr 5 2015Bass made the Opening Day roster, John Blake of the Rangers' official website reports.Bass will likely work as a long reliever, having failed to win a spot in the starting rotation. He has plenty of experience in such a role, and while he doesn't offer much upside, Bass could be the organization's first choice to make a spot start this season.
Mar 21 2015Bass retired just two of the 11 hitters he faced during his start Friday.The game was played in San Antonio, complete with a 275-foot line in right field, but the odd field dimensions had nothing to do with Bass' poor performance. He remains in competition for one of two open rotation spots, but outings like this one could eliminate him in short order.
Dec 11 2014Bass signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on Thursday, which includes a Spring Training invite, Anthony Andro of Fox Sports Southwest reports.Bass spent last season with the Astros, splitting time between the big league club and Triple-A Oklahoma City. He struggled in the majors, posting a 6.33 ERA, a regression from his 5.36 ERA in 42.0 innings for the Padres in 2013. Bass will likely begin the season in Triple-A in hopes of working his way into a call-up at some point.
Dec 5 2014Bass has elected free agency after the Astros outrighted him to Triple-A Oklahoma City, Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle reports.Bass has struggled in the majors the past two seasons, posting a 5.36 ERA in 2013 and a 6.33 ERA in 2014 in 21 games. Some teams should have interest in signing him, but he may not get a spot on a big league roster out of spring training.
Nov 20 2014The Astros outrighted Bass to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday.Bass has appeared in at least 20 big league games in four straight seasons, but he gave up 19 earned runs in 27 innings out of the Astros' bullpen last season, so the team decided to take him off the 40-man roster. He could still get a chance to compete for a bullpen job during spring training, either with the Astros or another team.
Jul 6 2014Bass took the loss in relief on Saturday after giving up four runs on four hits - including two home runs - with a strikeout in two-thirds of an inning against the Angels.Albert Pujols and David Freese took Bass deep in (1-1) the seventh inning before he was removed from the game in favor of Tony Sipp. In two relief appearances since his return from the DL on July 2, Bass has allowed five runs on seven hits in 2.1 innings with three strikeouts.
Jul 2 2014Bass (ribs) was reinstated from the disabled list Wednesday.Bass will take a spot back in the bullpen after sitting out since May 11 with a right intercostal strain. His latest rehab assignment came at Low-A Quad Cities, where he allowed two runs on two hits in two innings. Bass will join the league's worst bullpen, currently holding a 5.01 ERA for the season.
Jul 1 2014Bass (ribs) is expected to be activated from the disabled list on Tuesday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.Bass, who has been on the DL since May 11 with a right intercostal strain, threw two innings during a rehab assignment for Low-A Quad Cities on Sunday, allowing two hits and two runs. He has appeared in 15 games out of the bullpen for the Astros this year, going 1-0 with two saves and a 4.50 ERA in 18 innings.
Jun 30 2014Bass (ribs) is expected to rejoin the Astros in time for their upcoming series against the Angels, which starts on Thursday, Brian MacTaggart of MLB.com reports.Though he struggled in a Sunday rehab outing for Low-A Quad Cities, Bass made it through two innings without incident. He's been out since mid-May due to an intercostal strain, but should be back with the Astros either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. With Chad Qualls faring well in the closer's role, Bass is unlikely to pick up anything more than the occasional stray save. Even a late-inning role may be a bit much for Bass to ask for, as Tony Sipp and Darin Downs have provided the Astros with a bit of stability in the bullpen.
Jun 26 2014Bass (ribs) will make at least one more appearance for Low-A Quad Cities after throwing a hitless inning in his first rehab outing on Tuesday, Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle reports.Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said he wouldn't be surprised if Bass was back with the Astros next week.
Jun 21 2014Bass (ribs) will start a rehab assignment Sunday at Low-A Quad Cities, Brian MacTaggart of MLB.com reports.Sidelined since mid-May due to a right intercostal strain, Bass tossed a simulate game this week and has presumably passed all tests to embark on the final stage of his recovery. A June return could very well come to pass, if setbacks are avoided.
Jun 17 2014Bass (ribs) passed another test in his recovery Monday, pitching a simulated game at the team's spring training complex, the Houston Chronicle's Jose de Jesus Ortiz reports. "Bass is going to go out on a rehab assignment soon," general manager Jeff Luhnow said. "Hopefully that will go well so we can get him back before the end of the month."It hasn't been determined when or where Bass will go on a rehab assignment, but it sounds like the team has hopes of him rejoining the team in June. Luhnow said the rehab assignment could happen sometime next week, which means they believe he may only need one rehab outing, if a June return is a possibility. Still, fantasy owners are probably best served looking elsewhere for saves, as Chad Qualls seems to have a firm hold on the closer's role in Houston.
Jun 10 2014Bass (ribs) isn't close to going on a minor league rehab assignment, Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle reports.While there's still a chance Bass could return to the Astros before the All-Star break, he will continue to rehab at Houston's extended spring training facility in Florida for the time being. The 26-year-old reliever has been on the DL since May 14 due to an oblique injury.
May 14 2014Bass was placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday due to a right intercostal strain.Bass has not pitched since May 10, likely due to the injury. As a corresponding move, Josh Fields was called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City to provide support to the Astros' bullpen.
May 2 2014Bass and Chad Qualls will share the closing duties for the Astros for the time being, MLB.com's Brian McTaggart reports.Fellow reliever Josh Fields appeared to grab hold of the closer's role last week, but he was rocked in his last three straight outings, so he will not be used in high-leverage situations for now. Bass does have two saves on the season to Qualls' one, but it seems likely that manager Bo Porter will choose his closer based on matchups unless one of them also pitches his way out of the late-inning role.
Apr 18 2014Bass did not allow a baserunner over three perfect innings of long relief Thursday against the Royals.Bass, who leads the Astros with two saves, threw 18 of his 29 pitches for strikes and struck out a batter. Manager Bo Porter has not committed to Bass as his primary closer, however, so it remains to be seen who in the Houston bullpen will receive the next save opportunity. The 26-year-old right-hander has 18 career starts to his name (all with San Diego), so he may actually be better suited for long relief appearances such as this one.
Apr 13 2014Bass picked up his second save of the season in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Rangers.After Kevin Chapman blew the Astros' first save attempt in the ninth by allowing a game-tying home run, Bass made things interesting in extras by allowing a leadoff single, then letting a runner get to third on a wild pitch with just one out. Fortunately for Bass, he prevented a second blown save in consecutive innings for the Astros by striking out Kevin Kouzmanoff then getting Michael Choice to ground out to end the game. Drama aside, Houston is still using a committee in closing scenarios and should probably be avoided until a solid candidate emerges. Keep an eye on Bass.
Apr 10 2014Bass recorded the final out of Thursday's 6-4 win at Toronto to record his first save of the season.Josh Fields almost blew a five-run lead in the ninth inning, so Bass had to rescue him with a couple of runs in and a few men on base. While the save was great for Bass, don't expect many more in the future, as Houston is likely to continue to alternate between Fields and Chad Qualls.
Mar 18 2014Through five spring appearances, Bass has a 3.38 ERA and 1.25 WHIP with a 9:0 K:BB ratio over eight innings.Bass figures to have a similar role with the Astros as he did with the Padres in 2013, serving as a long man out of the bullpen. He's having a solid spring thus far, which likely increases his chances at making the Opening Day roster.
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Dec 11 2013Bass has been traded to the Astros for a player to be named later or cash considerations.Bass appeared in 24 games for the Padres last season, posting a 5.36 ERA in 42 innings of work. The 26-year-old right-hander is likely ticketed for a relief role in Houston.
Sep 3 2013Bass was recalled from Triple-A Tucson on Tuesday.Bass was putting up a steady season, before allowing four runs twice during a three-game stretch in late May. In the meantime, he has appeared in just three major league outings and boasts a season-high 5.11 ERA following 1.2 innings of five-run ball last Friday. His right arm will again take the mound in long relief.
Aug 31 2013Bass was optioned to Triple-A Tucson on Saturday, MLB.com reports.The demotion comes a day after Bass was shelled for five runs (two homers) over 1.2 innings Friday night. Even with the poor performance, the Padres figure to bring him back to the big leagues once Tucson's season comes to an end.
Aug 26 2013Bass was recalled from Triple-A Tucson on Monday, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Bass appeared in 19 major league games earlier this season, posting a 4.28 ERA in 33.2 innings of work. In 15 Triple-A starts, he went 4-6 with a 5.45 ERA and 60 strikeouts. He'll provide depth in the Padres' bullpen.
Jun 23 2013Bass was optioned to Triple-A Tucson on Sunday, MLB.com reports.The Padres only needed Bass for a day to serve as a long man Saturday following an abbreviated start Friday from Clayton Richard (shoulder). Bass capably filled that role Saturday by pitching two scoreless innings, and he'll now head back to Triple-A and be waiting on standby when another spot starter or bullpen arm is needed.
May 30 2013Bass was optioned to Triple-A Tucson on Thursday, the team's official Twitter account reports.Bass posted a 4.55 ERA in 18 appearances for the Padres this season. He only allowed two home runs but also gave up 33 hits in 31.2 innings pitched. His demotion comes as a corresponding move to the team calling up RHP Nick Vincent on Thursday.
May 27 2013Bass was hammered coming out of the bullpen Monday, allowing four runs over just 0.2 innings.Bass had a 2.60 ERA on May 17. Now, three outings later, his ERA has risen to 4.55 after allowing eight earned runs over his last four innings pitched. He'll try to right the ship the next time his number is called out of the 'pen.
May 22 2013Bass gave up four runs on three hits and one walk to go with five strikeouts in two innings of relief as San Diego has hammered by St. Louis on Tuesday.Bass has faltered in his seventh-inning gig lately, as he boasts a 9.64 ERA and 1.714 WHIP in 4.2 innings during his past three appearances. He has notched six strikeouts during that span, but Tuesday's grand slam off the bat of power-deficient Daniel Descalso is not an encouraging development. Expect him to hold down his role, though, as his versatility affords him the potential for even spot starts if the rotation is especially hammered by injuries at some point.
Apr 22 2013Bass tossed 3.1 shutout innings in Monday's 7-1 loss to the Brewers.Bass only picked up one strikeout, but he gave up just one hit and didn't walk a batter. The Padres' rotation does not look very stable, so he will likely get a chance to start at some point this season. Bass has a 2.25 ERA and 11 strikeouts in 16 innings out of the bullpen.
Apr 8 2013Bass flopped Sunday, serving up a three-run shot immediately upon his insertion into the game, during San Diego's loss in Colorado. Overall, he allowed five hits and no walks, while striking out three over 1.2 innings.Bass, one of two long men in the Padres' bullpen, has already received a start's worth of action due to numerous struggles among the rotation over the first week of the season. So far, he has seen time in both of Edinson Volquez's nods and one other outing, giving up four runs on nine hits and no free passes, while recording six strikeouts in 6.1 innings. His flexibility could allow him to earn spot starts at some point this season, but the team currently prefers his presence as the jack of all trades among their pitching staff.
Mar 24 2013Bass' versatility guarantees him a spot in the Padres' pitching staff, as he can fill in as either a starter or reliever, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. Nonetheless, he'll begin the 2013 campaign as a long man in the bullpen.Bass would prefer to be a part of the rotation, but that is apparently not an option with four spots guaranteed and the competitors for the fifth starter not convenient options for his proposed role. This season, he'll be expected to pitch in long relief, in the seventh or eighth innings in select situations, and as a spot starter. He is slated for his particular gig, though, due to a 2.11 ERA in 31 relief appearances the past two seasons, beating batters with a precise fastball and sharper slider. This spring, Bass has kept it up with a 2.45 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 10:3 K:BB ratio over 11 innings, but he lacks value since he bridges the gap between starter and closer.
Mar 15 2013Bass appears poised to land a spot on the Padres' Opening Day roster, but it remains to be seen if he'll do so as a starter or reliever, MLB.com's Corey Brock reports.The rotation essentially has four of the five slots called for by Clayton Richard, Edinson Volquez, Jason Marquis and Eric Stults. Despite a successful spring to date -- 3.00 ERA, 1.111 WHIP, and 9:2 K:BB ratio across nine innings -- he could get bumped down to the long man in the bullpen, if Tyson Ross, Tim Stauffer or Andrew Cashner (hand) outperforms the 25-year-old right-hander. Keep a close eye on the situation, as Cashner recorded a fair 3.31 ERA and 1.23 WHIP in cushy Petco Park last season.
Mar 10 2013Bass tossed two innings of relief Saturday, yielding two runs on five hits and one walk, while striking out three, during San Diego's loss to Texas.Bass' sole blemish was a fifth-inning, two-run shot by the Rangers' Jim Adduci, marring an otherwise strong spring to date. In Bass' two previous appearances, he worked two innings in each one, allowing two hits and no runs in the process. Despite Saturday's performance, he will more than likely snag one of the final slots in the Padres' rotation.
Mar 3 2013Bass blanked the White Sox over two innings Sunday, giving up one hit while striking out three, during San Diego's 4-0 victory.The Padres have their sights on Bass filling in as the No. 4 or 5 starter to start the season, and he didn't disappoint Sunday, accumulating 27 pitches, 17 for strikes. He has yet to give up a run in four innings pitched in the spring, so he seems set to take on a role in the rotation, if he can continue his current success.
Feb 26 2013Bass gave up a hit during a scoreless two-inning start against the Reds on Tuesday.With the Padres evaluating all possible options for the rotation this spring, Bass is being stretched out as a potential member of the rotation. If he fails to secure a job in the coming weeks, he'll likely move into the long relief role.
Oct 2 2012Bass gave up four runs Tuesday in Milwaukee on three hits and three walks while striking out three and taking the loss.This was Bass' first start since June 20, and he was removed after the third inning, where he gave up a grand slam to Martin Maldonado.
Oct 1 2012Bass will start Tuesday against the Brewers, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Bass will make his first start since June 20 in place of Casey Kelly, who has been shut down for the time being. Bass went 2-7 this season before being moved to the bullpen, but he has posted a 2.79 ERA since the start of September.
Sep 2 2012Bass (shoulder) is making a rehab start for Triple-A Tucson on Sunday and will rejoin the Padres on Monday, mlb.com's Corey Brock reports.The Padres are moving to a six-man rotation, which will allow Bass to ease back into things. He's probably not worth adding in most leagues, but could be useful in NL-only leagues and other deep formats.
Aug 28 2012Bass (shoulder), who threw two scoreless innings in his first rehab start for Triple-A Tucson on August 23, is slated to make his second rehab start on Tuesday night, after which he is scheduled to rejoin the padres, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Bass, who somewhat imploded before hitting the DL in June, looked sharp in his first rehab start, but you may want to see how he readjusts to the majors before picking him up again.
Aug 8 2012Bass (shoulder) threw 30 pitches from the bullpen mound Wednesday, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Apparently Bass and Andrew Cashner (back/elbow) both made it through their bullpen sessions unscathed, and both will head out to Arizona for advanced baseball activity Friday.
Aug 5 2012Bass (shoulder) is expected to throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Jeff Sanders of the North County Times reports.Bass has been out since June 20, but if he's able to get through Wednesday's session, a rehab assignment may be around the corner.
Jul 31 2012Bass (shoulder) has been transferred to the 60-day DL, Corey Brock of MLB.com reports.The move frees up a 40-man roster spot for Eddy Rodriguez, while it ensures that Bass will be sidelined until at least August 22.
Jul 12 2012Bass (shoulder) is still experiencing soreness, Corey Brock of MLB.com reports.The right-hander has been out since June 20, and there's currently no timetable for his return.
Jun 24 2012Bass (right shoulder inflammation) will be placed on the 15-day DL, ESPN.com's Sarah Trotto reports.Incredibly, Bass is now the sixth starting pitcher on the DL for the Padres. There was some hope that he would be able to avoid such a fate, but an unfavorable news following an exam on Thursday curbed any enthusiasm.
Jun 16 2012Bass was hammered for nine runs (seven earned) off eight hits and three walks with three strikeouts over 5.1 innings against the A's on Friday.After a strong April that saw him finish the month with a 2.30 ERA over 27.1 innings, Bass has seen his ERA steadily climb to a current mark of 4.88. He has now given up four or more runs over his last five starts, hasn't pitched beyond the sixth inning since May 15 and has just one quality start in his last six outings. Though his next start is at home in pitcher-friendly Petco Park, it comes against the mighty offense of the Texas Rangers.
Jun 10 2012Bass pitched 5.2 mostly effective innings Sunday, giving up four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out six, in the Padres' loss to the Brewers.Bass fared well early, even striking out the side in the fifth inning. However, the Brewers, led by a three-run homer from Martin Maldonado, chased Bass from the game in the sixth. While his ERA has spiked from 2.89 to 4.38 over his last five starts, fantasy owners can expect that to turn around as he's experienced unfortunate luck this season (he boasts a 65.0 LOB% with a 3.67 FIP). Bass has a great opportunity to change his fortunes in his next start Friday in Oakland's spacious stadium.
Jun 6 2012Bass took a no-decision Tuesday against San Francisco, allowing four runs on seven hits over 5.1 innings.If Bass can't have good starts against NL West teams at Petco Park, he isn't serving his purpose as a fantasy player. He now has had three straight rough starts in a row and his ERA has climbed to 4.21.
May 30 2012Bass struggled again Wednesday in Chicago, allowing five runs on six hits and four walks while failing to finish off the fifth inning. He struck out just two.This wasn't a case of the ball carrying out of Wrigley; it was simply ineffective pitching by Bass, who has now been horrible twice in a row after a solid start to the year. As a converted reliever, some inconsistency is to be expected, and there is still some hope in Bass' peripherals, as he owns a 57:25 K:BB in 63 innings this year.
May 25 2012Bass allowed six runs on eight hits, walking three and striking out four over 5.1 innings of a 6-1 loss against the Mets on Friday night.He has been a huge boost to an injury-riddled Padres rotation, but he has likely been outperforming his skill set so some regression isn't a complete surprise. Still, he is capable of providing respectable innings, especially in home outings, and will carry a decent 3.55 ERA into his next start against the Cubs in Chicago.
May 21 2012Bass pitched six innings Sunday, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks, while striking out six as the Padres eventually beat the Angels in 13 innings.Bass didn't figure in the decision, and so sits at 2-4 this year. Meanwhile, he has now given up two earned runs or less in eight of his 10 starts this season. As a result, Bass' 2.89 ERA is near what has been expected of him - he holds a 3.29 FIP, meaning we expect him to continue performing at a high level as the season goes on.
May 15 2012Bass allowed five hits, one earned run, walked one, and struck out seven over eight innings to pick up his second win of the year Tuesday against the Nationals.Bass has been a very pleasant surprise this year after transitioning from the bullpen to the rotation. He was extremely efficient, throwing 62 of his 93 pitches for strikes. The Padres have dealt with numerous injuries to their starting rotation, so Bass should continue to start.
May 9 2012Bass was stuck with five runs -- only one earned -- in 5.2 innings Wednesday against the Rockies. He allowed nine hits and a walk while striking out four.Bass was cruising into the sixth inning, then suddenly fell apart after an Adam Parrino error, giving up a double, a sacrifice fly, an intentional walk, another double and two singles before he was mercifully pulled. Just as in his last start, it was one bad inning that did him in here. Still, it's troubling that he again didn't pitch with much success at home in Petco Park.
May 5 2012Bass gave up six runs off six hits and three walks while striking out seven through six innings of work on Friday.The pitching line makes it sound worse than it actually was, as Bass gave up five runs off two home runs in the first inning, but then shut down the Marlins for the next four frames. He was keeping the Padres in the game, but was forced to leave after six, having thrown 104 pitches.
Apr 28 2012Bass allowed six hits and two earned runs while striking out eight over eight innings Saturday against the Giants.Despite Bass's efforts he took his third loss of the year. Bass was extremely efficient, throwing 58 of his 90 pitches for strikes. Walks have been a problem early on, but he is not allowing many hits. It is a good sign that he did not walk a batter Saturday night, and he should continue to improve his command as he adjusts to pitching in the rotation. He began the year in the bullpen, but the Padres' pitching staff has been depleted by injuries. After Saturday night's outing he is addable in all formats.
Apr 22 2012Bass allowed three hits and one unearned run Saturday against the Phillies.Bass, who earned his first win of the year, also struck out seven and walked three. He continues to post high strikeout totals, but his lack of control is somewhat worrisome. He appears to be a legitimate source of strikeouts, and should be considered in deep and NL-formats.
Apr 9 2012With Tim Stauffer and now Dustin Moseley on the DL, Bass will move into the starting rotation, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass will get his first start either Thursday at home against Arizona or Saturday on the road against the Dodgers.
Mar 23 2012Padres manager Bud Black is considering using Bass out of the bullpen to start the season, rather than as a starter at Triple-A Tucson, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Black said that he believes Bass can handle the nature of being ready to pitch every day on an as-needed basis. Given the quality of the prospects the Padres have ascending through the high minor, using Bass out of the bullpen would potentially open the door for someone like Joe Wieland to make it to the big league rotation sooner, if Bass flourishes out of the bullpen and the Padres decide not to stretch him out should the need for a starter arise.
Mar 17 2012Although he's pitched well this spring, the Padres appear to leaning toward having Bass open the season in the rotation at Triple-A Tucson, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's scattered six hits over seven innings this spring while allowing just two runs and posting a 6:1 K:BB during that span. Bass is likely the first San Diego starter in line for a rotation spot if he does in fact lose the job to Dustin Moseley in the coming weeks, but he's worth keeping an eye on if he's able to carry over his Double-A success from 2011 (62:21 K:BB) to the hitter-friendly PCL after seeing his strikeout and walk rate fall apart during his 27-appearance stint with the Padres (mostly as a reliever) last season.
Sep 27 2011Bass made his third start of the season on Tuesday against the Cubs and earned the win. He allowed just one run on five hits, one home run and two walks while striking out two in five innings. He finished the season with a 3-0 record and a 1.68 ERA. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a small sample size, 48.1 innings, don92t let his ERA fool you. He has a 4.67 xFIP while he has benefited from a .255 BABIP and a strand rate of 91.2 percent. However, look for his 4.47 K/9 and 3.91 BB/9 to improve next season. He came into the start with a 9.2 swinging strike rate and a 60.5 percent swinging strike rate.
Sep 22 2011Bass, making a spot start in place of Tim Stauffer, marched into Colorado and threw five innings of shutout ball, good for the second win of the rookie's career -- both of which have come in Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Once again he didn't miss many bats, striking out just one, but he issued only one walk and there's some degree of difficulty here facing the Rockies in their home park. Bass has posted very solid numbers in the minors in his career, he throws pretty hard, and he gets to pitch in Petco, so the 23-year-old makes for an interesting prospect.
Jul 5 2011Manager Bud Black said Bass is an option to start against the Dodgers on Saturday, Corey Brock of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres need new blood in the rotation after Clayton Richard hit the disabled list, and Bass, Wade LeBlanc and Aaron Harang are all options. Bass made a spot-start against the Rockies earlier in the year, but he has an ugly 6:2 K:BB through 7.1 MLB innings after posting a 65:21 in 74.2 Double-A frames..
Jun 27 2011The Padres recalled Bass from Double-A San Antonio on Sunday, The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass made a sport start recently for the Padres, but will work in long relief, it appears. Evan Scribner was demoted in the corresponding move.
Jun 15 2011Despite earning the win Monday over the Rockies, with five solid innings of work that saw him allow five hits and one run, Bass is headed back to the minors, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move is not really a reflection of Bass' performance, but the Padres needed a roster spot to call up another pitcher with Dustin Moseley banged up and Aaron Harang on the DL. Southpaw Wade LeBlanc is expected to join the team Tuesday.
Jun 13 2011Bass will make his major-league debut Monday, starting in Colorado the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bass has pitched 63.2 innings at Double-A this season, with a 60:17 K:BB and six homers allowed.