Alex Wood
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Jul 25 2024Wood (shoulder) will undergo season-ending surgery, Brent Maguire of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been sidelined since mid-May and has not been able to resume throwing. His 2024 season will conclude after only 39.1 innings, and it's unclear whether he will be ready for spring training in 2025.
Jul 1 2024Wood (shoulder) hasn't resumed a throwing program since receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection during the second week of June, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood will be eligible to come off the 60-day injured list next week, but since he's not yet even playing catch again since being shut down in mid-May with left rotator cuff tendinitis, he could be more than a month away from rejoining the Oakland rotation. Prior to landing on the shelf, Wood went 1-3 with a 5.26 ERA and 1.78 WHIP across 39.1 innings over his nine starts.
Jun 9 2024Oakland transferred Wood (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood landed on the 15-day IL in May 13 with left rotator cuff tendinitis. He had progressed in his rehab to the point of playing catch, but the 33-year-old southpaw still won't be on track to complete his throwing program until at least mid-July. Prior to the injury, Wood started in nine games, posting a 1-3 record with a 5.26 ERA, 1.78 WHIP and 33:19 K:BB over 39.1 innings.
May 29 2024Wood (shoulder) is slated to begin playing catch this weekend, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw hit the injured list May 15 with what was diagnosed as a rotator cuff strain, and he's been shut down from throwing since. The rest appears to be doing Wood some good if this latest news is any indication, and a decision on whether he'll eventually require a rehab assignment will likely be informed by how he progresses through his throwing program.
May 15 2024The Athletics placed Wood (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with left rotator cuff tendinitis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction is retroactive to Monday, so Wood will be eligible to come off the IL as soon as May 28. Given Wood's long track record of injuries and history as a slow healer, however, fantasy managers who have been rostering the veteran southpaw should probably prepare for him to miss more than the minimum 15 days. Wood's shoulder issue had been bothering him during his most recent start this past Sunday in Seattle, prompting the Athletics to pull him after just two innings while his fastball velocity was down about two ticks from his season-long average. The Athletics haven't named an immediate replacement in the rotation for Wood, but Kyle Muller tossed four innings in relief of the lefty last Sunday and could be stretched out enough to step into the vacant starting role this weekend in Kansas City.
May 13 2024Wood has been sent back to Oakland to have his left shoulder evaluated, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was dealing with shoulder soreness during his start in Sunday's 8-4 loss to the Mariners, and the injury seems to be one that's been a problem for him for a while. A stint on the injured list would appear to be a distinct possibility for Wood, but the team is unlikely to make a decision on his status until his evaluation is completed. If Wood isn't able to take the hill for his next turn through the rotation this weekend in Kansas City, the Athletics would likely turn to Kyle Muller or Mitch Spence to start in his place.
May 6 2024Wood pitched six scoreless innings, allowing two runs and one walk while striking out three batters in a no-decision against Texas on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood tamed the Rangers' bats in his season-high six innings of work, allowing just three baserunners and keeping all of those from reaching second base. The left-hander departed in line for the win with Oakland clinging to a 2-0 lead, but the team's bullpen couldn't hold on late, saddling Wood with a no-decision. Nonetheless, this was another promising outing for the veteran hurler, who has allowed just three runs over 15.2 frames across his past three starts. His season ERA is still a poor 5.30, but that's a dramatic step forward after it sat at 7.89 over his first five starts of the campaign.
Apr 30 2024Wood didn't factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing two runs on four hits and four walks over four innings against Pittsburgh. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although Wood was charged with only two runs allowed, his start shouldn't spark much optimism for fantasy managers. He walked four batters for the second time this season and surrendered a home run to Connor Joe in the first frame to mark his fifth straight start allowing a long ball. While he's yielded four or more runs three times this season, he's held opponents to two or fewer in three starts as well, leaving his overall ERA at 6.32. He's lined up to make his next start Monday against the Rangers.
Apr 25 2024Wood (1-2) earned the win over the Yankees on Thursday, allowing one run on eight hits and two walks while striking out five batters over 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood allowed plenty of traffic on the basepaths, but the only run that crossed the plate against him came on a second-inning Jose Trevino solo homer. This was by far the left-hander's best outing in an A's uniform -- he came into the contest holding a 7.89 ERA and 2.03 WHIP while failing to go five innings in three of his five starts. One strong start isn't going to wipe away Wood's poor overall body of work on the campaign, but it at least helped him get into the win column for the first time and provided hope that he could yet turn things around.
Apr 20 2024Wood (0-2) took the loss Saturday in Cleveland, yielding four runs on eight hits and a walk over five frames. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The five innings Wood went in this one is actually tied for his longest outing of the season. He's yielded a whopping 33 hits over 21.2 innings so far, in addition to issuing 11 walks. The Athletics no doubt were hoping Wood could put together a nice few months so they could deal him for a prospect, but he's not going to be attracting any trade interest at this rate.
Apr 14 2024Wood did not factor into the decision, allowing four runs on seven hits and four walks over 4.1 innings during Sunday's 7-6 win over the Nationals. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood needed 100 pitches to collect 13 outs, allowing 11 baserunners and four runs in the process. A Lane Thomas homer in the fifth left him on the hook for a three-run deficit but the Oakland bats came to life in the sixth, providing six runs and rendering Wood with merely a no-decision. This is the fourth straight outing to start the season that Wood has failed to make it past five innings, and he now holds an 8.10 ERA and 2.10 WHIP over 16.2 innings through four starts. Those numbers are poor enough to label his hold on a spot in the starting rotation tenuous at best, even with a team like Oakland that could benefit from his veteran presence. His next start is tentatively scheduled to take place next weekend in Cleveland for a matchup with the Guardians.
Apr 10 2024Wood did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the Rangers, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks in four innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood allowed runs in the first two innings, including a Jonah Heim solo home run in the second. Wood failed to reach five frames for the second time in three starts while having to work through some command issues. He now owns an 8.03 ERA, 1.95 WHIP and 12:6 K:BB in 12.1 innings but lines up for a favorable start against the Nationals his next time out.
Apr 2 2024Wood did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks over five innings in a 5-4 loss to Boston. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood dealt with a lot of traffic Tuesday, though he was able to limit the damage by striking out seven, matching last year's season high. Overall, it was a decent bounce-back outing from Wood after he was tagged for six runs in 3.1 innings in a loss to Cleveland on Opening Day. The left-hander's currently lined up for a tough road matchup with the Rangers in his next outing.
Mar 28 2024Wood (0-1) took the loss against Cleveland on Thursday, allowing six runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out three batters over 3.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood got through three frames with just one run on his ledger, but he faltered in the fourth, allowing six straight batters to reach base with one out. The left-hander was pulled following Brayan Rocchio's two-run double, but by then he had given up five runs in the frame. Wood will be looked to for veteran leadership and rotation stability in his first campaign with the Athletics, though it remains to be seen how much he has left in the tank after compiling a 4.41 ERA over his previous three big-league seasons across the bay with San Francisco.
Mar 23 2024Wood allowed an earned run on two hits, a walk and a wild pitch over three innings in a Cactus League win over the Reds on Friday. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran, who's already been tabbed for an Opening Day start against Cleveland on Thursday, tuned up well for that outing with his three-inning stint on the mound. Wood's one stumble came in the form of an RBI double surrendered to Will Benson in the third inning, and the left-hander will finish spring having allowed just two earned runs over the eight innings covering his last two starts while generating an impressive 10:1 K:BB in that span.
Mar 19 2024The Athletics announced Tuesday that Wood will start Opening Day against the Guardians on March 28, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old lefty worked as a swingman for the Giants last season and had a 4.33 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 74:42 K:BB over 97.2 innings, but being a veteran on a largely unproven staff makes him a logical candidate to pitch Opening Day. Wood doesn't have much fantasy upside with a 4.41 ERA across the past three seasons, especially since he hasn't topped 140 frames in any of those individual campaigns.
Mar 13 2024Wood allowed two earned runs on four hits over 4.1 innings in the Athletics' Cactus League win over the Mariners on Tuesday. He also hit two batters and recorded five strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood built on a decent showing in a rain-shortened outing against the Guardians on Thursday, when he allowed two runs on three hits over 2.1 innings with five strikeouts. The left-hander was able to match the latter total Tuesday while upping his workload, and although his control wasn't at its sharpest, Wood appears increasingly ready to open the regular season as the Athletics' No. 4 starter.
Mar 8 2024Wood started the rain-shortened Cactus League matchup against the Guardians on Thursday, allowing two runs on three hits and a walk over 2.1 innings while recording five strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game was called due to rain in the top of the third inning, but not before Wood turned in a markedly better performance than in his Cactus League debut against the Royals last Friday. The veteran southpaw had allowed three earned runs on four hits, including two homers, and a walk over two innings in that start. However, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports that Wood felt much more in command, including of the slider that he's been trying to improve, while needing just 23 pitches to record his first six outs Thursday. "I was just trying to pump the zone," Wood said. "I've been working on a few things I've been trying to get reps with. I felt good. I felt like I commanded it pretty solidly today. I'm just going to keep building up and getting ready to go."
Jan 27 2024Wood agreed to terms on a contract with the Athletics on Saturday, Robert Murray reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The particulars of the deal aren't known yet, and it is pending a physical. Wood made 12 starts and 17 relief appearances last season with the Giants, holding a 4.33 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 74:42 K:BB over 97.2 innings. The 33-year-old left-hander will slide into Oakland's rotation and the club will hope he can have a nice first half so it can trade him to a contender at the deadline.
Sep 26 2023Wood allowed an unearned run on four hits and three walks while striking out five over 4.2 innings versus the Padres on Tuesday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Giants were shut out, and John Brebbia took the loss as the opener after giving up a solo home run to Juan Soto in the first inning. Wood was better, though he still gave up an elevated number of baserunners. The veteran southpaw is now at a 4.33 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 74:42 K:BB through 97.2 innings over 29 appearances (12 starts) this year. Wood could get one more outing out of the bullpen this season, though he threw 83 pitches (54 strikes) in this appearance.
Sep 19 2023Wood allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out two over five innings during Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alex Cobb lasted two innings before his hip injury flared up again. Wood was able to provide bulk innings in relief, throwing 47 of 82 pitches for strikes. With the Giants fading in the National League playoff race, Cobb's injury comes at a bad time for the team. Wood may be a candidate to fill the gap in the rotation, either as a traditional starter or bulk reliever -- he's functioned in the latter role often this year. Wood has a 4.60 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 68:39 K:BB through 92 innings over 27 appearances (12 starts) this season. Cobb's spot in the rotation would come up Sunday against the Dodgers, but the Giants' pitching plans are likely to be up in the air until more information on the injury is available.
Sep 7 2023Wood (5-5) took the loss Wednesday, allowing five runs on five hits and one walk over 2.1 innings against the Cubs while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood got off to a rough start, allowing four of the first six batters to reach base in the first inning, which led to three runs coming across for Chicago. He got tagged again in the third for another two runs, marking the third the third time this season in which he's allowed at least five runs. The lefty had not allowed an earned run in five straight appearances coming in, though he's surrendered eight hits over his last two and holds an 8.44 ERA in September.
Sep 5 2023Wood will start Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has split time as a starter and a multi-inning reliever for the Giants this season, and Wednesday will mark his 12th start of the year. The 32-year-old southpaw has pitched to a 4.35 ERA and 1.43 WHIP through 80.2 innings this season, but he's given up just one unearned run in 9.1 frames across his last five appearances.
Aug 21 2023Wood gave up two hits and no walks without recording a strikeout across 1.1 scoreless innings out of the bullpen in Sunday's 4-3 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Giants appear to have officially transitioned Wood to a relief role, as the veteran southpaw has now made each of his last six appearances out of the bullpen. While Wood had been deployed as more of a bulk reliever in a few of those outings, he's made one- and 1.1-inning appearances on the last two occasions. Given that Wood is one of several bullpen options (Jakob Junis, Sean Manaea, Tristan Beck, Ryan Walker and Sean Hjelle) capable of covering multiple frames, expect the Giants to continue to get by with multiple arms on days that traditional starters Logan Webb and Alex Cobb aren't pitching.
Aug 12 2023Wood allowed three runs on six hits and struck out three without walking a batter over four innings Saturday versus the Rangers. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was initially lined up for an appearance versus the Rays on Monday, but starter Alex Cobb struggled Saturday. Wood was able to spare the rest of the Giants' bullpen with the bulk-relief outing, but he'll likely be unavailable until later in the week. Through 19 outings (11 starts), Wood has a 4.92 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 58:33 K:BB through 71.1 innings, with most of his recent work coming in a multi-inning role out of the bullpen. Given that the Giants have just two or three pitchers working as traditional starters at any given time, it remains difficult to predict when other pitchers like Wood will take the mound.
Aug 8 2023Wood allowed two runs on three hits and a walk while striking out two over four innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A poor opening assignment from Scott Alexander put the Giants behind early, and they never caught up. Wood was responsible for the pair of runs that helped to put the game out of reach, including Brandon Drury's solo home run in the fifth inning. Wood is now at a 4.81 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 55:33 K:BB through 67.1 innings over 18 appearances (11 starts) this season. He's projected for another outing at home versus the Rays next week.
Jul 31 2023Wood allowed two runs on one hit and two walks while striking out two over 2.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Diamondbacks on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For his second outing in a row, Wood worked as a de facto piggyback to Jakob Junis, who started the game with three scoreless innings. Wood has completed five innings just three times in nine outings since he returned from a back strain. The Giants have shown little interest in stretching him back out, so it appears his best path to wins will come as a bulk reliever. Wood has a 4.83 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 53:32 K:BB through 63.1 innings over 17 appearances (11 starts) this year.
Jul 26 2023Wood (5-4) picked up the win Wednesday over the Athletics, allowing one hit over three scoreless innings. He did not strike out or walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was the fourth pitcher in the game, working as a bulk reliever for the fifth time this season. The southpaw got the job done, quieting the Athletics' bats after Jakob Junis gave up three runs in the fourth inning. Wood has alternated wildly between strong and poor outings over the last couple of months, so it's tough to trust him on a week-by-week basis. He's at a 4.75 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 51:30 K:BB through 60.2 innings this season. Assuming he stays on a regular turn, he's lined up for a difficult home outing versus the Diamondbacks next week.
Jul 21 2023Wood (4-4) took the loss Friday after surrendering five earned runs on five hits and two walks over four-plus innings versus the Nationals. He tallied only one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood gave up homers to Lane Thomas and CJ Abrams within the first two innings and then was pulled from the game after yielding a leadoff single to Abrams in the bottom of the fifth. The 32-year-old left-hander has been inconsistent all year and is now showing an overall 4.99 ERA and 1.54 WHIP through 11 starts and four relief appearances. He'll aim to rebound against the Athletics on his next turn through the Giants' rotation.
Jul 16 2023Wood did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing a run on five hits and three walks over 3.2 innings in an 8-4 win over the Pirates. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood needed 67 pitched to make it through just 3.2 innings, though he managed to hold the Pirates to just a single first-inning run while scattering five hits and three walks. The start was Wood's first since June 22, as he's been handling bulk-relief duty for the Giants of late. The 32-year-old southpaw is 4-3 this season with a 4.53 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 50:28 K:BB across 53.2 innings.
Jul 15 2023Wood will start for the Giants on Sunday in Pittsburgh, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been up-and-down this season while being used as a starter and bulk reliever, but he did toss five shutout frames in a bulk role his last time out. The left-hander will be making his first start since June 22.
Jul 9 2023Wood (4-3) picked up the win in Saturday's 5-3 victory over the Rockies, allowing three hits and a walk over five scoreless relief innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ryan Walker lasted two innings as the opener and left with the score tied 2-2, but Wood was able to shut down the Colorado offense completely once he took the mound. The veteran southpaw tossed 47 of 72 pitches for strikes as he remained locked in an alternating pattern of great outings and poor ones -- he's flipped between winning and losing in every appearance since May 26, posting a 0.43 ERA and 0.98 WHIP in the four wins but a brutal 15.43 ERA and 2.68 WHIP in the three defeats. Wood has worked behind an opener in his last three trips to the mound, and the Giants might keep him in that bulk relief role until he shows some consistency.
Jul 2 2023Wood (3-3) alowed five runs (four earned) on two hits and four walks over 1.2 innings Sunday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood came out of the bullpen after Ross Stripling fired two shutout frames and immediately ran into trouble. The Mets plated three runs on Wood in the third inning followed by two more in the fourth. After posting a 2.87 ERA through his first five appearances, his ERA has ballooned up to 6.51 through 45 innings this year. The veteran southpaw has yet to complete six innings in any outing this season and has now made two straight appearances out of the bullpen to follow an opener. As of now, Wood's next outing is lined up to be at home against the Rockies.
Jun 27 2023Wood (3-2) earned the win in Tuesday's 3-0 victory over Toronto. He allowed five hits while striking out seven over five scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Ryan Walker pitched a scoreless first inning, Wood held the Blue Jays off the board for five innings while logging a season-high seven strikeouts to earn the win. It was an encouraging effort from the 32-year-old southpaw after he allowed six runs in two of his last three outings. Wood lowered his ERA to 4.57 with a 1.48 WHIP and 43:20 K:BB across 43.1 innings this season.
Jun 23 2023Wood (2-2) took the loss Thursday, allowing six runs on four hits and four walks over 3.1 innings against the Padres. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres wasted no time in jumping all over the lefty as he issued walks to two of the first three batters he faced before surrendering a three-run shot to Gary Sanchez. Wood allowed another three-run homer to Manny Machado in the third inning and has now allowed six runs in two of his last three starts. This marked Wood's shortest outing since May 12 and his ERA now sits at 5.17 on the season.
Jun 17 2023Wood (2-1) allowed three hits and struck out four without walking a batter over five shutout innings to earn the win Saturday over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood had a minimal stay on the injured list with a back strain. The game was close for the bulk of the time he was pitching, and he did his part by throwing 47 of 67 pitches for strikes against his former team. The Giants' offense took over from the fifth inning onward. Wood's now at a 4.11 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 34:16 K:BB through 35 innings across nine outings (eight starts). He may still need a couple more turns through the rotation to build up his pitch count. He's projected to make his next start at home versus the Padres.
Jun 15 2023Wood (back) is likely to return from the injured list to start Saturday's game against the Dodgers, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: John Brebbia is slated to serve as the Giants' opener Friday and Logan Webb is locked in for Sunday. It should be Wood who fills the TBD in Los Angeles on Saturday, assuming there are no sudden complications with the back injury that has sidelined him since the beginning of June. He tossed three innings of one-run ball in a 53-pitch rehab start last Sunday at Triple-A Sacramento.
Jun 11 2023Wood (back) could return from the 15-day injured list to make a start during the Giants' series in Los Angeles versus the Dodgers next weekend, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood will make his second rehab start with Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday, and though he's expected to cover around only 50 pitches in the outing, that might be enough for the Giants to have him make his subsequent start with the big club. Whenever Wood makes his return from the IL, it would be a welcome development for a Giants squad that will be doing a bullpen day for the second straight game Sunday.
Jun 4 2023Wood, who was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a back strain, is expected to spend the minimum amount of time on the shelf, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the Giants are hopeful Wood isn't dealing with a significant injury, he has a checkered history on the health front, so fantasy managers shouldn't take it as a given that he'll back in 15 days. At the very least, the Giants will have to replace Wood in two turns through the rotation, with Jakob Junis and the newly recalled Tristan Beck looking like the most logical candidates to fill in for the veteran southpaw.
Jun 1 2023Wood (1-1) took the loss Wednesday, allowing six runs on eight hits and three walks across 4.1 innings in a 9-4 defeat against Pittsburgh. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood allowed season highs in hits and runs allowed while taking his first loss of the season. Since being activated off the injured list in mid-May, the left-hander has made five appearances (four starts) and holds a 6.30 ERA, 1.70 WHIP and 19:10 K:BB during that stretch (20 innings). Wood's command has been shaky over his last two starts, as he's recorded eight walks and plunked two batters. He tentatively lines up to pitch in Colorado next time out.
May 27 2023Wood (1-0) picked up the win Friday in a 15-1 rout of the Brewers, allowing one run on three hits and five walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw threw only 55 of 93 pitches for strikes, but he was able to avoid any significant damage from his control issues and got staked to a 10-1 lead in the third inning. It marked the first time this season Wood has been able to complete five innings, and he'll take a 3.51 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 26:13 K:BB through 25.2 innings into his next outing, likely to come at home next week against the Pirates.
May 21 2023Wood allowed four runs on six hits and struck out five without walking a batter over 4.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Marlins on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood didn't stretch out much more than he did in his last start, throwing 50 of 74 pitches for strikes Sunday. Jorge Soler was responsible for driving in three of the four runs against Wood, though the Giants were able to pull ahead for good in the end. The 32-year-old southpaw now has a 4.05 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 21:8 K:BB through 20 innings across six outings (five starts) this season. Wood is projected for a tough road start in Milwaukee for his next appearance.
May 15 2023Wood did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk over 4.2 innings in a 6-3 victory over Philadelphia. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his first start since April 18, Wood tossed 72 pitches, his second-highest mark of the season. Wood returned from the injured list in a relief role Friday, throwing 31 pitches. As he builds up his pitch count, the lefty will have more fantasy value. After a solid outing Monday, Wood has a 2.87 ERA in 15.2 innings this season.
May 12 2023Wood will start Monday's game versus the Phillies, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood returned from a hamstring injury Friday and allowed a run on three hits and a walk with one strike out in one inning. Manager Gave Kapler revealed Wood was only available for one inning due to the adjustment in the Giants' pitching plans for next week. With Friday's 31-pitch outing serving essentially as an in-game bullpen session between starts, the southpaw may remain on a pitch count for Monday's game. He threw just 46 pitches over 3.2 innings in his lone rehab appearance last Sunday with Triple-A Sacramento.
May 8 2023Wood (hamstring) could return to San Francisco's rotation later in the week, Danny Emerman of KNBR 680 San Francisco reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood looked strong in his latest rehab appearance at Triple-A Sacramento, and he told skipper Gabe Kapler after the start that he feels ready, per Emerman. The team has yet to make anything official, but it's possible the lefty could make his return to the mound Friday in Arizona, likely bumping Ross Stripling back to a relief role.
May 7 2023Wood (hamstring) will begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been sidelined since suffering a left hamstring strain April 18 versus the Marlins. It's unclear if he'll need more than one rehab appearance before he's cleared to rejoin the Giants' rotation. Once Wood is healthy, Ross Stripling will likely move back to the bullpen.
May 2 2023Wood (hamstring) threw live batting practice Tuesday in Houston, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is traveling with the Giants as he nears the end of his recovery from a left hamstring strain, which was initially expected to cost him several weeks. He's less than two weeks removed from suffering the injury and could soon be cleared to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment. It all points to the 32-year-old starter being an option again for San Francisco by the middle of May.
Apr 30 2023Wood (hamstring) completed a bullpen session Saturday and is scheduled to throw a simulated game Tuesday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Shortly after Wood was placed on the 15-day injured list April 19, manager Gabe Kapler hinted that the veteran southpaw would be headed for an extended absence, but Wood seems to be coming along quicker than anticipated in his recovery from a right hamstring strain. If he checks out fine during his upcoming simulated game, Wood could be cleared to make a rehab start in the minors as soon as next weekend. Wood will likely need only one or two rehab outings to get his arm reconditioned for starting duty, so he could be back in action for the Giants as soon as the second week of May.
Apr 6 2023Wood allowed three runs (one earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out three across three innings Thursday against the White Sox. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was spotted a four-run lead in just two innings, but he was far too inefficient to qualify for a win. He needed 71 pitches to complete only three innings, and while he wasn't helped by an error in the second inning, he still managed to throw only 40 strikes. It was a poor start to the new season, and Wood will need to improve his performance to stick in the rotation with the likes of Sean Manaea and Jakob Junis currently working in relief.
Feb 23 2023Manager Gabe Kapler confirmed Wednesday that he views Wood as a starter for 2023, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is among seven potential starters in Giants camp, and there was some doubt to his role after he finished last year with a 5.10 ERA and 1.24 WHIP across 130.2 innings. He ended the season with a shoulder injury, but he was deemed healthy at the start of camp and should be able to build up as normal during spring training. Wood likely slots in toward the back of the Giants' rotation, be it a five- or six-man group at any point in the season.
Feb 15 2023Wood (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Thursday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood closed the 2022 season on the 60-day injured list with a left shoulder impingement, but his ability to get back on the mound during the first week of spring training suggests that he's returned to full health. The next injury never seems to be far behind Wood, but when he's been able to enjoy a run of sustained health in the past, the veteran lefty has shown the ability to deliver fantasy-friendly numbers. While that wasn't the case in 2022 -- he finished with a career-worst 5.10 ERA in 130.2 innings -- most other underlying metrics (3.29 xFIP, 3.45 SIERA, 18.2 K-BB%) suggested that Wood pitched far better than his ERA indicated. Assuming he escapes spring training unscathed, Wood should have a spot in the San Francisco rotation and may make for an attractive late-round target in deep-league drafts or an appealing early-season streaming option in shallower formats.
Oct 3 2022Wood (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood's move to the 60-day IL is simply procedural, as the southpaw was ruled out for the remainder of the season in mid-September. The transaction helps make room on the 40-man roster for Andrew Vasquez, whose contract was selected Monday.
Sep 18 2022Wood (shoulder) wasn't cleared to resume throwing this weekend and was shut down for the season Sunday by the Giants, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander has been sidelined with a shoulder impingement since the start of September, and he won't be able to rejoin the active roster during the final weeks of the season. Wood will finish the campaign with a 5.10 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 131:30 K:BB across 130.2 innings. He's under contract for 2023 at $12.5 million, which is the final year of his deal.
Sep 14 2022Wood (shoulder) is scheduled to resume throwing this weekend, and he expects to come to a decision with the Giants about whether he'll pitch again this season based on how he fares during the session, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since the Giants are effectively out of the running for a playoff spot and Wood has a sketchy track record on the health front, he's not eager to push for a return in 2022 unless he's completely certain that he won't be at risk of aggravating the left shoulder impingement that landed him on the 15-day injured list Sept. 3. Even if Wood feels comfortable coming off the IL before the season ends in the first week of October, he could be limited to a bullpen role.
Sep 9 2022Wood (shoulder) is improving but is still being evaluated, with his expected return date not yet clear, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood hit the injured list with a left shoulder impingement in early September but has yet to be shut down for the year. Even with the Giants all but eliminated from postseason contention, it looks as though he has a shot to make it back for at least a start or two late in the year, though that's not guaranteed. The team is expected to go with a bullpen game when his turn comes up Sunday against the Cubs.
Sep 3 2022Wood was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left shoulder impingement Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been dealing with the issue for a while, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports, which may explain his 13.86 ERA over his last three starts. The move was made retroactive to Thursday, so Wood will be eligible to return Sept. 16, but the Giants haven't decided whether or not to shut him down for the season. The team has been all but eliminated from playoff contention, as it sits 10 games back of the sixth seed, so Wood may simply start his offseason early in an effort to be as healthy as possible heading into next season.
Aug 31 2022Wood (8-12) allowed four earned runs on five hits and a walk while striking out five across 4.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood retired the first nine batters he faced, but he struggled from there to turn in a poor outing. The effort was in another in a string of poor results for Wood, as he owns an 8.40 ERA across his last six starts. Despite that, he has maintained a 31:5 K:BB in the same span -- offering hope his surface stats will improve. For the season, Wood has a 5.10 ERA with 131:30 K:BB across 130.2 frames.
Aug 27 2022Wood (8-11) gave up eight earned runs on six hits and no walks while striking out four over three innings to take the loss in a 9-0 defeat against the Twins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood's painful month of August got worse with another miserable outing, which saw him lit up for two home runs and chased after getting only nine outs on 60 pitches. Wood now has an ERA of 8.53 in August and has given up six or more runs in three of his five appearances this month. The silver lining is that Wood doesn't walk many batters and his underlying metrics suggest that he is pitching better than his results. Wood has a 3.71 xERA and a 3.43 xFIP despite an ERA of 5.00 in 126 innings pitched this season. He is tentatively expected to make his next start against the Padres.
Aug 20 2022Wood (8-10) gave up seven earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three over 4.2 innings to take the loss in a 7-4 defeat against the Rockies on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was pounded for seven runs in his road start at Coors Field to take his 10th loss of the season. Most the damage came on a pair of home runs by rookie Elehuris Montero, who picked up five RBI on the night. The three long balls that Wood surrendered were the most that he had given up in a game all season. Wood's 1.22 WHIP is right in line with his career average and he will look to bounce back from his worst start of the year his next time out in what is tentatively expected to be a road matchup against the Twins.
Aug 14 2022Wood didn't factor into the decision during Sunday's 8-7 win against the Pirates, allowing three runs on five hits and one walk with nine strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was staked to an early 5-0 lead and submitted four scoreless frames before surrendering three runs on three baserunners in the fifth. Pittsburgh would go on to mount a comeback against San Francisco's bullpen, erasing the 31-year-old from the decision despite a second-straight quality start. Wood induced an impressive 19 swinging strikes on 101 pitches en route to a season-high nine strikeouts and his 9.05 K/9 ranks 16th in MLB. He carries a 4.18 ERA and 1.19 WHIP into his next start, slated for next weekend in Colorado.
Aug 8 2022Wood (8-9) yielded three hits over 6.1 shutout innings, striking out five and earning a win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood coughed up just three singles and, at one point, he retired nine consecutive batters. It was a promising start after the Dodgers piled six runs on him in his last outing. Wood lowered his ERA to 4.17 alongside a 110:26 K:BB through 22 starts. He's projected to face the Pirates at home this weekend.
Aug 2 2022Wood (7-9) took the loss during Tuesday's 9-5 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing six runs on nine hits and one walk with six strikeouts in 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood bookended his outing with clean frames, but the middle was messy -- four runs on five baserunners in the second and additional runs in each of the next two innings. The rough start to August comes on the heels of a superb July that featured a 1.65 ERA and 28 strikeouts in 27.1 innings across five turns, and the 31-year-old struck out at least six batters for the fourth time in five starts. Wood carries a 4.42 ERA and 1.25 WHIP into his next start, tentatively scheduled for Monday against the Padres.
Jul 28 2022Wood (7-8) allowed two runs on two hits, two walks and a hit batsman while striking out three in 6.2 innings to earn the win Thursday over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood put two runners on base in the first inning but unscathed and carried a no-hitter in the seventh inning. He allowed a single to Ian Happ and a two-run home run to Patrick Wisdom, but that was all the scoring the Cubs mustered as Wood snapped the Giants' seven-game losing streak. The southpaw has had some uneven performance lately and ends July with eight runs allowed (five earned) in 27.1 innings across five starts. For the season, he's pitched to a 4.11 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 99:25 K:BB in 100.2 innings in 20 outings. He's tentatively projected for a home start versus the Dodgers next week.
Jul 23 2022Wood (6-8) took the loss Saturday versus the Dodgers. He allowed two runs on four hits and two walks with six strikeouts in four-plus innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood needed 97 pitches (63 strikes) to complete his four frames, and he was relieved by Yunior Marte after issuing a leadoff walk to Gavin Lux in the fifth. Both runs against Wood came on solo home runs by Mookie Betts and Trea Turner in the third inning. In his last four outings, Wood has completed five innings only twice, though he's racked up 25 strikeouts across 20.2 innings in that span. The southpaw owns a 4.21 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 96:23 K:BB across 94 innings. He's projected for a favorable home start versus the Cubs next week.
Jul 15 2022Wood allowed three unearned runs on four hits and struck out seven in 4.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Brewers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers rallied for five runs in the fifth inning, with Wood responsible for three of them, including two runners that Tyler Rogers inherited but couldn't keep from scoring. In his last three starts, Wood has allowed four runs (one earned) in 16.2 innings while racking up 19 strikeouts. He's at a 4.20 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 90:21 K:BB across 90 innings in 18 starts this year.
Jul 10 2022Wood (6-7) earned the win during Sunday's 12-0 victory over San Diego, allowing three hits and one walk with eight strikeouts in seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood took a no-hitter into the sixth inning as he cruised through seven easy frames on just 83 pitches while posting season bests with eight strikeouts and a 78 game score. The 31-year-old could've worked deeper but manager Gabe Kapler perhaps opted to play it safe as Wood departed his previous start early with hamstring cramps. Wood has responded to consecutive losses by surrendering only one run over his last 12 innings and now sports a 4.43 ERA and 1.27 WHIP with 83 strikeouts in 85.1 innings. He's currently scheduled to pitch again next weekend at home against Milwaukee.
Jul 5 2022Wood left Tuesday's start versus the Diamondbacks with cramping in his left hamstring, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports. He allowed a run on four hits and no walks while striking out four over five innings, ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood limited the damage to a Geraldo Perdomo RBI single in the fifth inning, but that tied the game at 1-1. The southpaw left after 71 pitches (46 strikes), though Webeck adds Wood deemed himself fine after the contest, though it'll still be worth monitoring heading into his projected road start in San Diego this weekend. Wood has a 4.83 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 75:20 K:BB in 78.1 innings through 16 starts, as he's managed to avoid serious injuries that have often plagued him in previous years.
Jun 29 2022Wood (5-7) was charged with the loss at home against the Tigers on Wednesday, allowing three runs on seven hits over 5.2 innings. He struck out six and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood took a lead into the sixth inning, but he gave it up on an Eric Haase two-run homer. Health was seen as the big concern with Wood coming into the season, and now he's becoming a performance risk as well. The lefty has given up 13 runs over his last three starts (12 innings) and has a 5.03 ERA for the season.
Jun 23 2022Wood (5-6) allowed six earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out one across one inning to take the loss Thursday against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood got through the first inning having allowed only a solo home run. However, he was completely unable to locate his pitches in the second inning, walking two and hitting another batter with a pitch. Wood wasn't hit all that hard in the frame, as he allowed only three singles -- two of which didn't leave the infield. Even so, it was a disastrous outing for Wood and marked the third time this season he's allowed five or more earned runs in an outing. Overall, he owns a 5.05 ERA with 65:20 K:BB across 67.2 frames on the season.
Jun 19 2022Wood (5-5) gave up four earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over 5.1 innings to earn the win in a 7-5 victory over the Pirates on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran left-hander was coming off two quality starts in a row, but his momentum was foiled by the Pirates. The major damage came in the bottom of the third, when Diego Castillo took Wood deep for a three-run shot. Despite not pitching particularly well in what looked on paper like a favorable matchup, the Giants were able to take advantage of the Pirates' bullpen and give Wood the run support he needed for the win. Wood will carry a pedestrian 4.32 ERA into his next expected start at Atlanta on Thursday.
Jun 13 2022Wood (4-5) earned the win over Kansas City on Monday, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw endured a rough third inning during which the Royals put up two runs on two hits and a walk to take an early lead. Wood settled down from there, retiring the final 10 batters he faced and getting credit for the win as a result of San Francisco taking the lead in the half-inning following his departure from the contest. This was Wood's first win in six starts -- a span of over a month. He's posted a 4.11 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 60:16 K:BB across 61.1 innings on the season.
Jun 9 2022Wood allowed one run on five hits and no walks while striking out five over seven innings against Colorado on Wednesday, though he didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood hurled seven innings for the first time this season and yielded only a third-inning run, but San Francisco's offense was unable to offer much run support. The left-hander thus stretched his streak of starts without a win to five, though he has given up more than three runs only once in that span. Wood is 3-5 on the campaign while compiling a 4.23 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 55:15 K:BB across 55.1 innings.
Jun 2 2022Wood (3-5) picked up the loss, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out five in 5.1 innings of a 3-0 defeat Thursday in Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood allowed a run-scoring single in the second and then retired 11 of the next 12 batters he faced. He was removed with one out in the sixth following a single by Jorge Soler, who would later score. Opposing batters are 14-for-29 against Wood the third time through the lineup and, as a result, the lefty is averaging less than five innings per start. His next opportunity will likely be in the middle of next week against Colorado.
May 28 2022Wood (3-4) took the loss Saturday versus the Reds. He allowed three runs on four hits and a walk with six strikeouts in 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Three of the five baserunners Wood allowed came in the first inning. Kyle Farmer took him deep to give the Reds an early lead, and the Giants' offense wasn't able to get Wood off the hook. The southpaw had a rough May, allowing 15 runs (14 earned) in 23.2 innings across five starts. He's at a 4.81 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 45:13 K:BB across 43 innings overall in his nine starts this year. He'll look to get things back on track with a road start in Miami next week.
May 22 2022Wood (3-3) picked up the loss, allowing five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out four in three innings in a 10-1 defeat Sunday against San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was in trouble all game and allowed baserunners in each inning. He pitched around a leadoff single in the third after giving up a run in each of the first two innings. In the fourth, the first three batters reached safely, plating a run, and Wood was replaced with two runners on base, and both eventually scored on a Manny Machado double. It was easily the worst start of the year for Wood and only the second time he allowed more than three runs. Opponents have a .303 batting average against the veteran in a season where the league average is .236. His next start will likely be next weekend in Cincinnati.
May 16 2022Wood did not factor in the decision against Colorado on Monday, pitching 4.1 innings and allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood gave up a run in the first inning but then kept the Rockies off the scoreboard in each of the following three frames. However, he was pulled in the fifth after giving up three straight one-out hits, and he was ultimately charged with two runs in the inning. This was the left-hander's shortest outing since his first start of the campaign, when he completed 4.1 frames against San Diego. Wood's next start will likely come at home against the Padres on Sunday.
May 10 2022Wood (3-2) earned the win during Tuesday's 9-2 victory over Colorado, allowing one unearned run on seven hits and two walks with four strikeouts in 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood put multiple Rockies on base in the first, fourth, fifth and sixth innings but was able to limit the damage to an unearned run in the fourth. Manager Gabe Kapler let the 31-year-old toss a season-high 104 pitches -- 15 more than his next highest outing -- though Wood was only able to tie his season high in innings. He'll take a 3.60 ERA into a start tentatively scheduled for Sunday Night Baseball against St. Louis.
May 5 2022Wood (2-2) took the loss against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out seven over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw cruised through three innings against the team for whom he has logged two stints, but Los Angeles broke through with two runs against him in the fourth. Mookie Betts then tagged Wood for a solo shot in the sixth, and the pitcher exited after facing just one additional batter. Wood did manage to rack up a season-high seven strikeouts in the outing, and he induced 13 swinging strikes overall. He'll carry a 4.38 ERA into his next start, which is on the schedule for Monday at home against Colorado.
Apr 30 2022Wood (2-1) took the loss during Friday's 14-4 defeat at the hands of the Nationals, allowing five runs on eight hits and one walk with three strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood never really got it going Friday as he surrendered runs in each of the game's first three innings and departed with the score at a competitive 5-3, but the bullpen imploded to keep him on the hook for the loss. This was the 31-year-old's first poor outing, as the five runs he permitted were more than he allowed in his first three starts combined. He'll look to get back on track during a projected start against St. Louis next week.
Apr 24 2022Wood (2-0) allowed two earned runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five across five innings to earn the win Saturday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood began the game with four shutout innings, though he allowed three consecutive hits in the fifth frame -- including a solo home run -- to allow two runs score. Otherwise, he rarely allowed the ball to leave the infield, as he combined to record 12 of his 15 outs via either groundout or strikeout. Wood has been remarkably consistent to begin the season, allowing no more than a pair of earned runs in any of his three starts while also striking out at least five in each appearance. He currently maintains a 2.51 ERA and 1.19 WHIP across 14.1 frames.
Apr 17 2022Wood (1-0) allowed four hits and two walks over five scoreless innings Sunday, striking out five and earning a win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood never found himself in much danger Sunday; only two Guardians reached scoring position and he gave up just one extra-base hit. He tossed 59 of 87 pitches for strikes and forced eight whiffs. The 31-year-old southpaw is now sporting a 1.93 ERA through 9.1 innings. Wood is expected to take the mound in Washington next week.
Apr 11 2022Wood got a no-decision during Monday's 4-2 loss to San Diego, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk with six strikeouts in 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was able to escape jams in the second and fourth innings while permitting a single run but was removed at 86 pitches following an Austin Nola fifth-inning long ball. The 31-year-old lefty tossed 52 of 86 pitches for strikes and will look to get in the win column against Cleveland on Sunday.
Nov 22 2021Wood and the Giants agreed to a two-year deal worth over $10 million per season Monday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Woods' deal came mere minutes after the Giants locked up Anthony DeSclafani for three more years, as the team is clearly interested in keeping its recent success stories in the fold. Injuries limited Wood to just 48.1 innings over the previous two years, but he was able to make 26 starts in 2021, cruising to a 3.83 ERA. He got to that number via a career-high 26.0 percent strikeout rate and a 50.8 percent groundball rate. Toss in his 6.7 percent walk rate and you get a uniquely well-rounded pitcher. Among pitchers who threw at least 100 innings, only teammate Logan Webb matched or beat Wood in all three rate stats. That bodes well for the veteran lefty moving forward as long as he can stay healthy.
Oct 12 2021Wood fired 4.2 scoreless frames in Game 3 of the NLDS on Monday. He allowed two hits and two walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood didn't factor into the decision, as he was pulled midway through the fifth inning, but it was a stellar showing for the veteran southpaw. The Giants now have a 2-1 series lead, and Wood could work in a similar twice-through-the-order role if the team advances to the NLCS.
Sep 30 2021Wood did not factor in the decision against Arizona on Wednesday despite hurling six scoreless frames during which he allowed three hits and no walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw put together arguably his finest performance of the campaign, finishing with at least six innings and no runs for the first time in his 26 starts. However, Wood had to settle for a no-decision, as San Francisco didn't get on the scoreboard until the seventh frame. Assuming he doesn't pitch again in the regular season, Wood will finish the campaign with a 3.83 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 152:39 K:BB along with a 10-4 record over 138.2 innings. He'll likely be a part of San Francisco's playoff rotation.
Sep 24 2021Wood allowed two runs one six hits and no walks while striking out seven against Colorado on Friday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander was making only his second start since Aug. 26 after testing positive for COVID-19, which explains why he was pulled after just 61 pitches. Though he didn't remain in the game long enough to qualify for the win, Wood looked strong in the outing, giving up a pair of first-inning runs but none thereafter. The veteran hurler will continue to build up his pitch count in anticipation of assuming a key role in the playoffs. Wood's final start of the regular season is likely to come at home against Arizona on Thursday.
Sep 18 2021Wood did not factor into the decision in Saturday's 2-0 win over Atlanta, throwing three innings while allowing only one baserunner and recording four strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first start since Aug. 26 after a stint on the COVID IL, Wood se down nine of 10 Atlanta batters he faced. The 30-year-old lefty only tossed 37 pitches in his return and will continue to ramp up his workload in preparation for the postseason. Wood is set to start again versus Colorado on Friday.
Sep 17 2021Wood (illness) will be activated from the COVID-19 injured list to start Saturday's game against Atlanta, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been on the COVID list since testing positive for the virus at the end of August. The southpaw completed a simulated game Wednesday but is still expected to face some workload limitations Saturday given his lengthy absence. He'll resume his campaign with a 4.08 ERA and 1.23 WHIP.
Sep 15 2021Manager Gabe Kapler said Wood (illness) could be activated from the COVID-19 injured list to pitch Saturday against Atlanta, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood completed a simulated game Wednesday with no issues and could rejoin the Giants without a rehab assignment. The 30-year-old has been on the shelf since testing positive for COVID-19 at the end of August, and he's expected to face some workload limitations if cleared to pitch Saturday.
Sep 11 2021Wood (COVID-19) will throw a bullpen session Monday and is getting close to returning, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will be evaluated after Monday's session, but it's good to hear he's feeling much better after dealing with a significant case of the virus. It's possible he could return to the rotation in a week or two.
Sep 10 2021Wood (illness) played catch Thursday, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is starting to ramp up again after testing positive for COVID-19 in late August. He's expected to resume mound work over the weekend, but previous reports suggested that he'd been dealing with a fairly significant case of the virus, so it may take him some time before he's ready to return to the active roster.
Sep 7 2021Manager Gabe Kapler said Tuesday that Wood (illness) has "turned a corner" in his recovery from COVID-19 and could resume mound work this weekend, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old landed on the injured list in late August after testing positive for the virus, and it appears he's been dealing with significant symptoms. Wood remains without a timeline for his return, but he should be back before the end of the regular season if he's able to start throwing off a mound this weekend.
Aug 30 2021Wood was placed on the injured list Monday due to a positive COVID-19 test and symptoms of the virus, Dieter Kurtenbach of San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: How long the lefty must be sidelined depends on whether he's vaccinated, a detail that hasn't yet been disclosed. If unvaccinated, Wood will miss at least 10 days and thus no fewer than two starts. More updates on his symptoms and expected return date should become available in the next few days.
Aug 26 2021Wood yielded two runs on six hits and a pair of walks over 5.1 innings Thursday against the Mets. He struck out five and did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood held the Mets off the board through five innings before running into trouble in the sixth. After fanning Francisco Lindor to open the frame, Wood gave up a double to Javier Baez and a two-run homer to Pete Alonso before giving way to the bullpen in a 2-2 tie. Wood has just one win over his last six starts, but he's held his opponents to two runs or fewer in each of his last three times out. He'll take a 10-4 record, 4.11 ERA and 1.22 WHIP into his next scheduled start.
Aug 21 2021Wood (10-4) was tagged with the loss Friday against Oakland after allowing two runs on five hits and two walks while fanning nine across five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood limited the damage to just two runs, and he has given up exactly that amount in each of his last two starts, but he hasn't been pitching as well as he did earlier on the season. He has a 5.74 ERA over his last five appearances, even with home matchups against Arizona and Colorado sprinkled in there. His strong performances at the beginning of the year still show in his overall numbers, however; he still owns a 4.11 ERA, right around average for pitchers in the National League.
Aug 15 2021Wood (10-3) earned the win Sunday against the Rockies after tossing 6.2 innings of two-run ball, giving up six hits and a walk while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood ended a woeful stretch of three straight outings in which he gave up at least four runs while pitching six or fewer innings each time, and he posted his first quality start since July 7, when he tossed seven innings of one-run ball against the Cardinals. The southpaw needs to recover the form he showed on the beginning of the season, as he posted a 1.93 ERA through his first seven starts, and this was certainly a step in the right direction toward reaching that goal.
Aug 11 2021Wood allowed five runs on six hits and struck out five over six innings in a no-decision versus Arizona on Tuesday. He did not walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In back-to-back starts versus Arizona, Wood yielded nine runs in 10 innings. He's now given up at least four runs in each of his last three starts, bumping his ERA up to 4.22 with a 1.22 WHIP and 115:34 K:BB through 108.2 innings this season. His record remains at 9-3 entering his next start, tentatively scheduled for Sunday at home versus Colorado.
Aug 5 2021Wood allowed four runs on seven hits and three walks over four innings in a no-decision Thursday against Arizona. He had five strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Six of the seven hits allowed by Wood were singles, but the Diamondbacks were still able to put 11 runners on base over the left-hander's four innings of work. Wood has scuffled over his last two starts, surrendering nine runs (eight earned) over 11.1 innings in a pair of no-decisions. For the season, Wood is 9-3 with a 4.03 ERA and 1.24 WHIP in 102.2 innings. He's tentatively lined up to make his next start at home against the same Diamondbacks squad next week.
Aug 1 2021Wood allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits and a walk with three strikeouts in five innings versus Houston on Saturday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood allowed multiple homers for the second time in 18 starts this season -- he's posted a strong 1.1 HR/9. Aledmys Diaz took him deep both times, but the southpaw was able to limit the damage beyond that. Wood has a 3.83 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 105:31 K:BB through 98.2 innings. He projects for an easier matchup versus Arizona next week.
Jul 26 2021Wood (9-3) earned the win over the Pirates on Sunday after allowing a run on five hits and two walks while striking out eight over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood started off a little rocky after allowing the Pirates to get on the board first with back-to-back hits in the first inning. He shut them down the rest of the way, using his slider and sinker to strike out eight for the third time over his last five starts. After a rough past two seasons in which he was hindered by injuries, Wood has rediscovered his old form and has pitched to a respectable 3.65 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 102:30 K:BB over 93.2 innings. He's in line for a home start against the Astros his next time out.
Jul 21 2021Wood completed five innings against the Dodgers on Tuesday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out seven. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Facing the team he won a championship with in 2020, Wood racked up 16 swinging strikes and fanned seven batters across five frames. He gave up a run in the first inning, then held Los Angeles' offense quiet until Chris Taylor got to him for a two-run home run in the fifth. The southpaw hasn't lost a decision since June 1, going 3-0 with four no-decisions over his past seven starts. He'll carry a 3.77 ERA into his next start, which is scheduled to come at home against Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Jul 8 2021Wood (8-3) earned the win Wednesday over the Cardinals, allowing a run on three hits and two walks while striking out six over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood had one of his better outings of the season, and the only run scored against him came in the first off an RBI double by Nolan Arenado. The 30-year-old lefty settled in afterward, throwing six shutout innings and 62-of-94 pitches for strikes while not allowing another baserunner to reach scoring position. Wednesday was his first quality start since June 14, which was a run of three starts. He's struck out at least six while allowing no more than two runs or four hits in four of his last five outings. Wood will head into the All-Star break with a 3.67 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 87:27 K:BB over 83.1 innings.
Jul 3 2021Wood (7-3) allowed two runs on four hits and three walks while striking out eight over five innings in a win over the Diamondbacks on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood retired nine of the first 10 batters he faced but found himself in some trouble during the fourth. He allowed two singles and hit a batter to load the bases and then surrendered a two-run single to Asdrubal Cabrera to give the Giants a narrow 3-2 lead. He got out of the inning without any further issues and showed some more struggles in the fifth with two walks but was able to keep the Diamondbacks off the scoreboard. He's now allowed two earned runs or less in three of his last four starts and has back-to-back eight strikeouts performances. The 30-year-old lefty owns a 3.89 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 81:25 K:BB over 76.1 innings and is set up for a favorable matchup at home against the Cardinals next week.
Jun 26 2021Wood allowed two runs (one earned) in a 6-5 victory over Oakland on Saturday, surrendering four hits and one walk with eight strikeouts in 5.1 innings. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was dominant through the game's first five innings, only allowing on unearned as the result of two errors, but permitted two baserunners in the sixth before departing. It was Wood's first start allowing less than two earned runs in over a month and his ERA now sits at 3.91 after entering June at 2.44.
Jun 19 2021Wood didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 13-6 loss to the Phillies, surrendering six runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks over three innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw tossed only 44 of 75 pitches for strikes before exiting, but the Giants did all their scoring in the first third of the game to allow Wood to avoid a loss. He'll carry a 4.09 ERA and 65:21 K:BB through 66 innings into his next outing.
Jun 14 2021Wood (6-3) allowed two runs on four hits and a walk over six innings Monday, striking out seven and earning a win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing 15 runs in as many innings over his last three starts, Wood turned in his first quality start since May 21. All the damage against him came from Carson Kelly, who knocked an RBI double in the fourth inning and later took Wood deep for a solo shot. The 30-year-old lefty lowered his season ERA to 3.71 and earned his first win since May 16. Wood is projected to face the Phillies at home this weekend.
Jun 8 2021Wood allowed four earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out two across 5.1 innings Tuesday against the Rangers. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood limited the Rangers for much of his start, but he fell apart in the sixth inning to spoil the effort. He began the frame by walking two of the first three batters he faced and was pulled after surrendering a double to bring one runner home. The two inherited runners were also allowed to score. As a result, Wood has now allowed 15 earned runs across his last 15 innings in the span of three starts, inflating his ERA to 3.79 for the season.
Jun 2 2021Wood was roughed up for seven runs on four hits and four walks while striking out two over 3.2 innings to drop to 5-3 on the season in Tuesday's 8-1 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a 5-0 start to the campaign, Wood has now dropped three straight decisions, with Tuesday's outing representing his worst of the season. The earned runs and walks totals were his highest of the season, while he failed to reach the fifth inning for the first time in 2021. The lefty's strong overall body of work (3.48 ERA, 1.12 WHIP in nine starts) means that his spot in the rotation likely won't be in jeopardy after the rough showing against the Angels, and Wood lines up for a good bounce-back opportunity against a weak Texas offense early next week in Arlington.
May 27 2021Wood (5-2) lost Thursday's 4-3 match with the Dodgers, allowing four runs and six hits with eight strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was highly efficient on the game, needing only 84 pitches to get through six innings while compiling eight strikeouts, but was plagued by the long ball as three different Dodgers took the 30-year-old lefty deep. He's now lost his last two starts after winning five of his first six although both have been one-run games against Los Angeles.
May 21 2021Wood (5-1) was charged with the loss Friday against the Dodgers, pitching six innings and allowing two runs one eight hits and two walks while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood pitched well despite receiving the first blemish to his record -- the only runs he allowed came as the result of a two-run homer by Chris Taylor in the third inning. The southpaw was otherwise very effective against his former team, notching his fifth quality start in seven appearances this season. Wood has been a great addition to San Francisco's pitching staff, posting a 1.93 ERA and 42:11 K:BB through 42 innings on the campaign. He's lined up to next face the Dodgers again -- this time in Los Angeles -- on Thursday.
May 16 2021Wood (5-0) allowed one run on eight hits and a walk while striking out six in six innings to earn the win against the Pirates on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood's dominant start to the season continued Sunday as he picked up his fifth win in his first six starts. He allowed baserunners in each of his six innings but was able to limit Pittsburgh's run production. The left-hander has posted a 1.75 ERA and 0.94 WHIP in 36 innings across his first six starts of the year. Wood tentatively lines up to make his next start at home against the Dodgers on Friday.
May 10 2021Wood (4-0) allowed one run on four hits and three walks over seven innings Monday, striking out seven and picking up the win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was locked into a pitchers' duel with Kyle Gibson until the Giants pulled ahead against the Rangers' bullpen. The 6-foot-4 southpaw threw 65 of 99 pitches for strikes and lowered his season ERA to 1.80 in 30 frames. He's now tossed at least five innings while allowing fewer than three runs in each of his five appearances this season. Wood is lined up to take the mound in Pittsburgh this weekend.
May 4 2021Wood settled for a no-decision during Tuesday's loss to the Rockies, allowing two runs on four hits and a pair of walks while striking out two batters across five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood got off to a solid start, holding the Rockies scoreless until a two-run homer by C.J. Cron in the fourth inning. That would be the only damage of the night for the 30-year-old, who left the game with a lead that was spoiled by Colorado's seventh-inning rally in the second end of Tuesday's twin bill. On the bright side, Wood has seen much success against the Rockies this season. During his last start against Colorado on Wednesday, he took a no-hitter into the sixth while fanning a season-high nine batters. Wood, still undefeated on the season (3-0), has allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his starts. The southpaw will carry a shiny 1.96 ERA and 0.78 WHIP into his next projected start against Texas on Monday.
Apr 29 2021Wood (3-0) earned the win over Colorado on Wednesday, pitching six innings and allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It says a lot that the two runs Wood gave up Wednesday were the most he has yielded in a game this season. Given that fact, it's not surprising that the southpaw has earned a win in each of his three starts. His nine strikeouts against the Rockies marked a season high, and he now owns an impressive 20:3 K:BB across 18 innings. Wood will carry a 1.50 ERA and 0.67 WHIP into his next start, currently scheduled for Tuesday in a rematch versus the Rockies, this time in Colorado.
Apr 24 2021Wood (2-0) pitched seven strong innings en route to his second win of the year while allowing one run on one hit and a walk to go along with seven strikeouts against the Marlins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Remarkably, Wood's only hit and run allowed was to lead off the game, as Jazz Chisholm took the left-hander deep to right on the third pitch of the game to give the Marlins an early 1-0 lead. The 30-year-old was nearly perfect moving forward with a fourth-inning walk being his only other blunder on the evening. Wood now owns a 0.75 ERA and an 11:1 K:BB through his first 12 innings of the season and will look to continue his hot start at home against the Rockies on Wednesday.
Apr 18 2021Wood (1-0) earned the win Sunday against the Marlins after tossing five scoreless innings. He allowed three hits and struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood made his season debut after a back strain kept him sidelined for the first two weeks of the season, and he couldn't have asked for a stronger performance. He allowed back-to-back singles to Miguel Rojas and Starling Marte to start the game, but he settled down afterward and retired 12 batters in a row before Brian Anderson reached on a throwing error from Brandon Belt in the fifth. He also tossed 42 of his 61 pitches for strikes, and after such an encouraging performance, he should have any restrictions going forward in subsequent starts.
Apr 14 2021Wood (back) will start Sunday's game against the Marlins, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood made his second rehab start Tuesday, and he'll make his season debut on normal rest for Sunday's series finale against Miami. Wood underwent a minor back procedure in mid-March but allowed just one run on three hits and two walks while striking out two in three innings during two spring starts. Logan Webb will move to a bullpen role with Wood rejoining the starting rotation.
Apr 13 2021Wood (back) will make his second rehab start at the Giants' alternate site Tuesday, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood underwent a minor back procedure in mid-March. It's unclear exactly when he's expected to return, but he'll likely be ready for his season debut fairly soon.
Apr 2 2021Wood (back) threw in a simulated game Thursday and is progressing well, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood had a minor procedure on his back in mid March and the Giants are currently listing his injury as a lower-back strain. He is at the alternate training site and will likely join the big-league rotation at some point in the coming weeks, assuming there is a spot open for him.
Mar 30 2021Wood (back) will open the season on the injured list and miss the first couple weeks of the season, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has missed most of March while recovering from a minor back procedure. He's working his way through a throwing progression but won't be ready for game action until at least mid-April. Aaron Sanchez lines up as the fifth starter in his absence.
Mar 27 2021Wood (back) threw a bullpen session Saturday, but is likely to begin the season on the injured list, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Back troubles, which eventually required a minor surgical procedure, have kept Wood from appearing in game action since March 9. While it's a positive that he's throwing again, it doesn't sound like he'll be read to pitch in a regular season game until mid-April at the earliest. Aaron Sanchez will likely begin the season as the fifth starter as a result.
Mar 26 2021Wood (back) is on the schedule to pitch Saturday against Seattle, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Back troubles, which eventually required a minor surgical procedure, have kept Wood from appearing in game action since March 9. While it's certainly a positive that he's scheduled to pitch again soon, it would be a surprise if he has enough time to get up to speed by Opening Day just five days later. Given Wood's extensive injury history, the Giants have every reason to be cautious with him, though it doesn't look as though he'll miss too much time if he does indeed open on the injured list.
Mar 24 2021Wood (back) will throw a bullpen session Thursday, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old completed a bullpen session Monday and was expected to progress to live batting practice later this week, but he'll instead throw another bullpen session. Wood is returning from an ablation procedure in his back and seems unlikely to be ready for the start of the season with only eight days until Opening Day.
Mar 22 2021Wood (back) threw a bullpen session Monday and will progress to live batting practice later in the week, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was reportedly sitting between 88-91 mph with his fastball in the session, roughly in line with his velocity the last few seasons. He underwent a minor back procedure on March 16, though the Giants are still hopeful that he will be ready to begin the season. Wood is currently in competition with Logan Webb for the final rotation spot, even if he proves healthy.
Mar 19 2021Wood (back) played catch Friday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood underwent a minor procedure on his back Tuesday, but it apparently didn't throw his schedule off too much, as he's already throwing again. While that's certainly a positive sign, there's no guarantee he'll be ready to pitch by Opening Day and no guarantee he'll start the year in the rotation even if healthy.
Mar 16 2021Wood will have an ablation procedure for his back, but the Giants aren't yet ruling him out for Opening Day, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The procedure involves burning away an inflamed nerve. Even if he does open the year on the injured list, it sounds like his absence will be weeks, not months. Logan Webb may make the rotation on merit anyway, but this only increases his chances.
Mar 15 2021Wood (back) is scheduled to visit a spine specialist, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was scratched from his last scheduled start due to back stiffness, and the lefty is now set to undergo further evaluation. The extent of Wood's absence remains unknown for the time being.
Mar 13 2021Wood won't make his next spring start as scheduled due to back stiffness, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander was expected to take the mound in the next day or two since his previous start was Tuesday versus Milwaukee, but he's been pushed back due to the injury. The severity of the injury remains unclear, but Wood's status for Opening Day could be affected if he's unable to throw for more than a few days.
Mar 4 2021Wood adjusted his posture in his delivery during the offseason, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood said Thursday that he likes the way his slider looks following his offseason adjustment, as he's able to get better depth on the pitch. He's also working on a new changeup grip that he called a "work in progress." The veteran lefty started Thursday's spring game against the White Sox, tossing tossed one clean inning while striking out one batter. Wood is competing for a back-end rotation spot with the Giants during spring training after signing a one-year deal with the team in January. He made nine appearances (two starts) for the Dodgers last season, posting a 6.39 ERA and 15:6 K:BB over 12.2 innings.
Jan 14 2021Wood signed a one-year, major-league deal with the Giants on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is joining his third team in as many seasons, though he spent the 2020 campaign with the Dodgers. Working primarily out of the bullpen, he posted a 6.39 ERA with 15 strikeouts and six walks across 12.2 frames. Wood will likely have the chance to compete for a rotation spot with the Giants, but should be a solid middle reliever for the club at a minimum.
Oct 12 2020The Dodgers recalled Wood from their taxi squad Monday ahead of Game 1 of Los Angeles' NLCS matchup with the Braves, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood will assume the 28-man active roster spot previously being filled by infielder Gavin Lux, who was optioned in a corresponding move. During the regular season, Wood made two starts for the Dodgers, but he'll work exclusively out of the bullpen in the NLCS with Los Angeles expected to run out a four-man rotation.
Sep 30 2020Wood isn't included on the Dodgers' 28-man roster for their wild-card series with the Brewers that begins Wednesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After returning from a month-long absence due to a shoulder injury that he sustained in his season debut July 25, Wood moved into a relief role and struggled with the transition. Over his eight relief appearances, Wood posted a 5.59 ERA, 1.76 WHIP and 11:3 K:BB in 9.2 innings. He'll remain on standby with the Dodgers as a member of the taxi squad, but unless the team loses another pitcher to injury, Wood may not be added to the roster at any point during the postseason.
Sep 18 2020Wood gave up three runs on five hits and struck out a pair over two innings in a no-decision versus the Rockies on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood wasn't expected to pitch deep into what was a bullpen game for the Dodgers. He did fine in the first inning, but got tagged for a three-run homer by Josh Fuentes in the second. The 29-year-old Wood now has a 6.10 ERA, 1.74 WHIP and 13 strikeouts across 10.1 innings this season. He'll likely remain in a relief role going forward.
Sep 1 2020Wood (shoulder) struck out two and hit a batter in a scoreless inning in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood pitched in the eighth inning, and aside from hitting Tim Locastro with a pitch, it was a clean return to action for the 29-year-old southpaw. Wood will function in a relief role going forward, with the ability to make spot starts if necessary. He's not likely to make much of a fantasy impact working out of the bullpen.
Aug 25 2020Wood (shoulder) won't be activated for the upcoming weekend series at Texas, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said the team was targeting this weekend for the left-hander's return, but he apparently won't be ready to be activated. According to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, Roberts also said Wood's simulated game Monday was "positive, but not overwhelmingly positive," so it appears there was something the team didn't like. Regardless, the 29-year-old will be spending at least another week on the injured list.
Aug 20 2020Wood (shoulder) will throw another simulated game Monday, Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood tossed a three-inning sim game Tuesday, and, per Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, it is expected that he will be stretched to four frames during his next appearance on the mound. If all goes well Monday, the left-hander could return to the Dodgers' rotation soon thereafter.
Aug 18 2020Wood (shoulder) is expected to throw a three-inning simulated game Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been steadily advancing in his throwing program while he recovers from shoulder inflammation that has kept him sidelined since the end of July. If his sim game goes well Tuesday, he could throw a bullpen session at the end of the week followed by a four-inning sim game after that.
Aug 13 2020Wood (shoulder) threw two innings of live batting practice Thursday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood fired 30 pitches in Thursday's simulated outing and is tentatively scheduled for a bullpen session Saturday. If everything goes well over the weekend, Wood could ramp up to three simulated innings early next week. According to Eric Stephen of SBNation.com, the southpaw will apparently need to make another simulated start of around four innings thereafter, suggesting his return is likely a couple of weeks away.
Aug 10 2020Wood (shoulder) threw a two-inning bullpen session Monday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood made just a single appearance this season before landing on the injured list with shoulder inflammation. He's still quite a while from being built up to a starter's workload, though it's possible the Dodgers could have him build up in a relief or piggyback role before he's ready to pitch deep into games. It remains unclear when he's expected to be activated, however.
Aug 3 2020Wood (shoulder) is feeling better and will resume baseball activities Tuesday or Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has been shut down since Tuesday to allow his shoulder inflammation to subside. While a timetable for his return to game action hasn't yet been established, a better picture should come into focus once he sees how his shoulder responds to throwing. Dustin May will continue to serve as a starter in Wood's absence.
Jul 31 2020Wood is resting his left arm and allowing his shoulder inflammation to subside, thus he has not yet returned to baseball activities, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, and the Dodgers have opted to allow the southpaw time to heal before pushing him to ramp up again. Per Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA, Wood will not pick up a baseball for a week, so a minimum stay on the IL appears to be a longshot. With Wood out of the rotation for the time being, Dustin May figures to continue filling in as a starter.
Jul 28 2020Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list with shoulder inflammation Tuesday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood generated some offseason hype after reports that a trip to Driveline Baseball had increased his velocity. That hype should have come with the caveat that there was no reason to believe his persistent injury problems would suddenly go away. He made just one poor start this season before landing on the injured list. It's not yet clear when he's expected to return. Josh Sborz will take his place on the active roster, while Dustin May will probably now remain in the rotation even after Clayton Kershaw (back) returns from the injured list.
Jul 25 2020Wood (0-1) took the loss Saturday versus the Giants, allowing three runs on three hits and three walks while striking out four in three innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood needed 69 pitches to get through those three innings, making it a short debut in 2020 for the southpaw. The 29-year-old Wood had a 1-3 record and 5.80 ERA in seven starts with the Reds last season before signing a one-year contract to begin his second stint with the Dodgers. Wood is expected to take the mound Friday in Arizona for his second start.
Jul 22 2020Manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Wood would start the Dodgers' third game of the season Saturday against the Giants in Los Angeles, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following Tuesday's exhibition win over the Angels, Roberts named Clayton Kershaw, Ross Stripling, Wood and Julio Urias as the team's starters for this week's season-opening four-game slate, while Walker Buehler will round out the rotation by taking the hill for the road opener July 28 in Houston. Wood pitched ineffectively last season in Cincinnati while being limited to only seven big-league starts due to recurring back issues, but after signing with the Dodgers on a low-cost deal in January, the southpaw has stayed healthy and has done nothing but impress. After a visit to Driveline Baseball in the offseason, Wood flashed improved velocity in the spring and concluded his summer camp in dominant fashion last week, striking out eight and ceding two runs over six innings in his final intrasquad start.
Jul 16 2020Wood unofficially threw 89 pitches across six innings in an intrasquad game Wednesday, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk while striking out eight, per Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is lined up to be the the Dodgers' fourth starter this season, and judging by Wednesday's outing, he's stretched out enough to take on a normal workload from the outset of the campaign. The southpaw is looking to bounce back after an injury-filled 2019 campaign during which he was limited to only seven appearances.
Apr 4 2020Wood emphasized strength training and conditioning less this offseason, focusing instead on his mechanics, Rowan Kavner of Dodger Insider reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Injuries limited Wood to only seven games last season, thus reducing his need for substantial rest following the end of the campaign. He started throwing in October and spent time at Driveline Baseball in Washington, where he made four visits of three to five days each. The change in approach paid dividends for Wood this spring as he struck out seven batters in 5.2 innings and reportedly displayed increased velocity on his fastball. The southpaw is expected to start the regular season as the Dodgers' fifth starter.
Mar 9 2020Wood was confirmed as the Dodgers' fifth starter by manager Dave Roberts on Monday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood has recorded an ERA below 4.00 in each of his seven big-league seasons except for his injury-filled campaign with the Reds last year. Now back in Los Angeles and showcasing increased velocity in camp following an offseason trip to Driveline Baseball, the lefty could be a great value this draft season, though health remains a concern. The Dodgers are deep in rotation options as usual and may seek to limit Wood's workload.
Feb 26 2020Wood has been clocked consistently at 92-93 mph on his fastball in spring training, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood is one of multiple Dodgers pitchers who worked with the esteemed Driveline Baseball program in the offseason, and the results are showing with a jump in velocity early on. Wood's fastball hasn't averaged above 91 mph since 2017, when the southpaw struck out 151 batters in 152.1 innings. For comparison, the veteran hurler averaged only 89.9 mph on his fastball last season as his strikeout rate dipped to 19.6 percent. Wood has indicated that he will be the Dodgers' fifth starter this season and could be a fantasy sleeper if the uptick in velocity holds.
Feb 20 2020Wood is scheduled to start Sunday's Cactus League game against the Giants, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood's main goal this spring might be just be to get through the exhibition slate unscathed. As a member of the Reds last season, Wood experienced back stiffness in early March and struggled to move past the issue, with his regular-season debut for Cincinnati not coming until late July. The injury cropped up again in September, but the Dodgers were apparently confident enough with the lefty's health to bring him back in free agency on a one-year, $4 million deal. Wood was a mainstay in the Dodgers' rotation from 2016 through 2018 and submitted a 3.29 ERA over that stretch, but he'll be forced to compete for a starting role coming off his down year in Cincinnati. If Wood is unable to crack the Opening Day rotation, he'll likely move into a long-relief role.
Jan 12 2020Wood signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Dodgers on Sunday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood spent an injury-plagued season with the Reds in 2019, posting a 5.80 ERA over seven starts as he dealt with a back injury. The southpaw will return to the Dodgers, where he recorded a 3.29 ERA with a 1.15 WHIP over three seasons with the team prior to 2019. The team may use caution with the 29-year-old after the setbacks he faced last year, but he should be ready to perform for spring training.
Sep 7 2019Wood, who was scratched from his scheduled outing Tuesday against the Phillies due to lower-back soreness, said he's hopeful to pitch again this season, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wood indicated that he first experienced back stiffness the morning after his Aug. 29 start in Miami, with the Reds opting to skip his subsequent turn in the rotation after he failed to show much improvement in the days that followed. Considering Wood missed the first three months of the season with a related injury, the Reds could be inclined to err on the side of caution and hold him out of the pitching schedule for additional turns. Tyler Mahle is expected to serve as the Reds' fifth starter for the duration of Wood's absence.
Sep 2 2019Wood will no longer start Tuesday against the Phillies due to a back injury, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Aug 29 2019Wood did not factor into the decision during Thursday's loss to the Marlins, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out eight across six innings.
Aug 24 2019Wood (1-3) allowed five runs (four earned) on two hits with three walks and a strikeout across 5.1 innings while taking a loss against the Pirates on Saturday.
Aug 18 2019Wood (1-2) took the loss Sunday after giving up five runs (four earned) on eight hits and a walk while striking out six over five innings against the Cardinals.
Aug 13 2019Wood (1-1) allowed three earned runs on six hits and no walks while striking out four across five innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Nationals.
Aug 3 2019Wood (1-0) struck out five and picked up the win in Friday's 5-2 victory over Atlanta, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk over 6.2 innings.
Jul 28 2019Wood allowed two runs on seven hits with one walk and four strikeouts across 4.2 innings during a no-decision against the Rockies on Sunday.
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Jul 23 2019Wood (back) tossed six innings and gave up a run on four hits and no walks while striking out four Monday in a rehab start for Double-A Chattanooga.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Wood (back) will throw a bullpen session Saturday before making another rehab start for Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 15 2019Wood (back) will make another rehab start Wednesday for Triple-A Louisville, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2019Wood (back) covered two innings in his second rehab start with Triple-A Louisville on Friday. He gave up three runs (two earned) on four hits and no walks while striking out two.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 7 2019Wood (back) threw 1.1 innings Saturday for Triple-A Louisville in a rehab start, throwing 31 pitches. He allowed two hits, a walk and an earned run while striking out two, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 4 2019Wood (back) will join Triple-A Louisville for a rehab start Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 28 2019Wood (back) will throw on flat ground this weekend, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 25 2019Wood (back) felt sore while stretching Tuesday and will visit a doctor instead of throwing his scheduled bullpen session, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 18 2019Wood (back) threw a 21-pitch live batting practice session Tuesday and is scheduled to throw another session Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 22 2018Wood (6-5) allowed two runs on five hits and three walks across six innings to earn the win Sunday against the Brewers. He struck out four.Wood got into a bit of trouble early on, allowing a pair of runs on three hits and a pair of walks in the first inning. He settled down to great effect afterward, allowing just three men to reach base over the next five frames as he notched his sixth win. This continues a strong recent run of form for Wood, who's allowed three earned runs or fewer in eight straight starts and now has six consecutive quality starts to his name. He'll look to keep it rolling next weekend against the Braves.
Jul 14 2018Wood didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 5-4 extra-inning loss to the Angels, giving up three runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings while striking out five.The left-hander was tagged for three runs in the first two innings, but Wood buckled down and gave the Dodgers a chance to rally, although Kole Calhoun's 10th-inning homer eventually made those efforts futile. Wood now has 10 quality starts and a 3.92 ERA as he heads into the All-Star break.
Jul 13 2018Wood will take Rich Hill's place in the rotation, as he's been confirmed as Saturday's starter against the Angels, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.It was initially thought that the 27-year-old left-hander would be held out of the rotation until after the All-Star break, but manager Dave Roberts has since decided to shift Rich Hill to a bullpen role, effectively opening up a spot for Wood. He's posted a decent 3.88 ERA and 1.15 WHIP with an 88:18 K:BB over 99.2 innings this season, although it's unclear what Wood's role will be in the second half.
Jul 11 2018Walker Buehler (hip) will take Wood's scheduled start Friday against the Angels, with the latter being available out of the bullpen until the All-Star break, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Buehler's return creates a logjam in the Dodgers' rotation, and Wood will be the odd man out for the time being. The 27-year-old owns a 3.88 ERA through 18 starts, but he has been better of late, posting a 2.64 ERA over his last five outings. Wood has been used as a reliever in the past, but his performance doesn't warrant a full-time demotion to the 'pen. The club should provide a more concrete plan as we near the All-Star Game, but a six-man rotation seems like the probable outcome for the start of the second half.
Jul 8 2018Wood pitched six innings Sunday, yielding three runs on two walks and five hits while striking out four in the loss to the Angels. He also allowed a home run in the no-decision.After falling to 1-5 on June 9, Wood had take the victory in four consecutive starts but couldn't continue the streak Sunday. Overall, he threw a pretty clean outing aside from the three-run homer from Yasiel Puig in the second inning. The left-hander will carry his 3.88 ERA into Friday's rematch with the Angels.
Jul 3 2018Wood (5-5) fired six innings of one-run ball Monday, giving up six hits and striking out three while picking up the victory over the Pirates.Wood was extremely efficient in this one, throwing 67 of his 92 pitches for strikes. The 27-year-old has been on a roll of late, posting a 2.19 ERA with a 6.0 K/BB ratio while picking up wins in four consecutive starts. Wood will look to convert his fifth straight victory in the conclusion of the Freeway Series against the Angels this Sunday.
Jun 27 2018Wood (4-5) allowed three runs on seven hits and struck out six through seven innings in a win Wednesday over the Cubs.Things looked rough after Willson Contreras blasted a two-run home run off Wood in the first inning, but he calmed down and was utterly nasty over the next six frames. His knuckle-curve was the money pitch, as it induced six whiffs on just 31 offerings. Wood now has quality starts in consecutive outings after failing to record one in his previous four starts. He'll look to keep the hot streak rolling Monday against the Pirates.
Jun 22 2018Wood (3-5) picked up the win in Friday's 5-2 victory over the Mets, allowing two runs on six hits and a walk over six innings while striking out seven.The left-hander traded goose eggs with Zack Wheeler through five innings before Cody Bellinger's grand slam in the top of the sixth gave Wood all the offense he would need. The quality start was his first in over a month, and Wood will carry a 4.13 ERA into his next outing Wednesday at home against the Cubs.
Jun 16 2018Wood (2-5) allowed one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out two across 5.2 innings to earn the win against the Giants Saturday.Wood was hardly dominant, but the start nevertheless represented a positive step for him. His velocity remained at its highest mark of the season while he also showed decent command of his pitches, with 58 of his 85 pitches going for strikes. His inability to work deep into games did continue, as he has now failed to complete six innings of work in four consecutive starts. However, after surrendering 13 earned runs across 12 innings in his three outings prior to Saturday's, this start may get Wood back on track.
Jun 13 2018Wood (hamstring) will make his next start Saturday against the Giants, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Wood lasted just 4.2 innings in his previous start due to hamstring an abductor discomfort, so the Dodgers will give him an extra day of rest before his next start. Thanks to an off day Thursday, the Dodgers can simply push Ross Stripling up a day to pitch Friday on regular rest. The extra rest will hopefully allow Wood to get back on track, as the southpaw has allowed a brutal 15 runs (13 earned) across his past three starts (12 innings).
Jun 9 2018Wood is dealing with hamstring and abductor discomfort but is expected to make his next start, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood had another short outing Saturday, going 4.2 innings against the Braves while allowing two earned runs and racking up six strikeouts. It marked his second outing with less than 5.0 innings, and while he was decidedly sharper than he was in his six-run meltdown at Coors Field on June 3, Wood still wasn't "synched up" mechanically, according to manager Dave Roberts. At this point, Wood is still in line to make his next start, but his progress in the coming days will be something to monitor.
Jun 3 2018Wood allowed six earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out two across two innings Sunday against the Rockies. He did not factor into the decision.Wood struggled with both his control and command in this short start, throwing only 33 of his 61 pitches for strikes while also leaving a fastball up in the zone that Ian Desmond was able to launch for a 459 foot two-run home run. It was the first time in four starts that Wood surrendered multiple walks and he also hit a batter with the bases loaded to bring in a run. While some of his struggles can be attributed to Coors Field, Wood has been prone to big blowups this season regardless of where the game is taking place, allowing four or more earned runs in four of his 12 starts.
May 31 2018Wood will make his next start Sunday against the Rockies, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.With Kenta Maeda (hip) landing on the disabled list, the Dodgers opted to push Wood's start back to Sunday and go with a bullpen day for Friday's series opener in Colorado. The decision to push the lefty back was made in part due to health concerns, per DiGiovanna, as the leg cramps that have bothered him this season have lingered. Despite the reshuffling, Wood, who owns a 3.75 ERA across 11 starts this season, will still be forced to face a difficult Rockies lineup in hitter-friendly Coors Field.
May 27 2018Wood didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Padres, coughing up five runs on six hits -- including three home runs -- and a walk over 5.1 innings while striking out seven.The left-hander threw 52 of 79 pitches for strikes and started off 17 of 22 batters with first-pitch strikes, but Wood wasn't as sharp within the strike zone as usual -- the three homers allowed matched his total from his previous seven starts combined. Things may not get any better for him in his next outing, however, as he carries a 3,75 ERA into Coors Field on Friday.
May 25 2018Wood (hamstring) is listed as the Dodgers' probable starter for Saturday's game against the Padres, Ryan Walton of TrueBlueLA.com reports.A hamstring cramp resulted in Wood departing his last start May 20 against the Nationals after six innings, but the lefty was still credited with a second straight quality start and collected his first win of the season. More importantly, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts clarified after the game that Wood's removal was precautionary, and any follow-up examinations the southpaw may have required revealed that no injury was in play. As a result, Wood shouldn't face any limitations in his return to the bump and should make for a worthy activation in all formats while taking on a slumping Padres offense that has scored four total runs in its last three contests and owns a 26.1 percent team strikeout rate -- the third-worst mark in the majors -- entering Friday's action.
May 20 2018Manager Dave Roberts stated that Wood exited Sunday's matchup against the Nationals due to cramps, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Wood made it through six solid innings before having to leave the game because of cramping. This diagnosis comes as a relief for the Dodgers as he should be good to go for his next turn in the rotation.
May 20 2018Wood left Sunday's game against the Nationals between innings after a visit from a trainer, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Wood was cruising, throwing six innings of two-run ball on 82 pitches before some sort of lower-body issue cropped up. Per Plunkett, Wood dealt with hamstring cramping during a start against Arizona two weeks ago. It's uncertain if this is related in any way.
May 15 2018Wood (0-4) allowed two runs (one earned) on nine hits with no walks and five strikeouts while taking the loss Monday against the Marlins.Wood dealt with baserunners on a consistent basis, but he got ahead on 17 of 25 batters and induced 10 groundball outs to help his cause. He was only scored upon via an error in the first inning and a sacrifice fly in the fourth. Unfortunately, Wood received little run support yet again and is still in search of his first victory. The search is scheduled to continue Sunday against the Nationals.
May 10 2018Wood gave up a run on five hits and three walks with four strikeouts through five innings in a no-decision Wednesday against Arizona.Despite having an entirely fine season -- Wood has just three quality starts, but has allowed more than three runs just twice in eight outings -- Wood remains winless in 2018. His wildness caught up to him Wednesday, as he needed 94 pitches to get through five innings thanks in large part to three walks and just 12 first-pitch strikes to 22 hitters. Wood deserves far better than an 0-3 record, though, and he'll get another chance to prove it Tuesday against Miami.
May 7 2018Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Wood (hamstring) will be ready to make next scheduled start Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Thanks to an open date in the Dodgers' schedule Monday, Wood will be afforded an additional day of rest in between starts, which will provide sufficient time for him to overcome the hamstring cramps he experienced during his last outing Thursday, also against Arizona. Despite the cramping issue, Wood pitched effectively during the start, delivering five innings of one-run ball and striking out eight in a no-decision.
May 6 2018Manager Dave Roberts has yet to confirm when Wood's next start will be after the lefty pitched through hamstring cramps in his previous outing Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Luckily for Wood's fantasy owners, this doesn't sound like anything more than just cramps. Roberts' uncertainty appears to be a result of being overly cautious, so the lefty shouldn't miss much time (if any). Wood's next scheduled start on regular rest would come Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, but we could see him pushed back to Thursday against Cincinnati if the Dodgers opt to activate Rich Hill (finger) from the disabled list for Tuesday's start.
May 3 2018Wood allowed one earned run on four hits while walking two and striking out eight across five innings Thursday against the Diamondbacks. He did not factor into the decision.Wood posted a season-best eight strikeouts but was unable to pitch deep into the game, needing 96 pitches to complete his five innings of work. He has steadily lowered his ERA to 3.83 over his past five starts, and it now falls more in line with his impressive 38:5 K/BB and .45 HR/9. The Dodgers weakened lineup combined with Woods' struggles with efficiency have hurt his win potential, but he has otherwise had very good in 40 innings of work this season.
May 2 2018Wood will start Thursday against the Diamondbacks, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.It turns out Wood will make his next start on regular rest after some speculation that he might be pushed back to start against the Padres over the weekend. With Wood set to start Thursday's series finale in Arizona, Walker Buehler, Kenta Maeda and Rich Hill (finger) are lined up to start the team's three-game series against the Padres over the weekend. The 27-year-old will carry a 4.11 ERA into Thursday's matchup, which will pit him against Patrick Corbin.
May 2 2018Contrary to previous reports, Wood's next start could come Thursday against the Diamondbacks in Arizona rather than Friday or Saturday against the Padres in Monterrey, Mexico, MLB.com reports.There has been plenty of confusion regarding when Wood's next starting assignment will come, as Dodgers manager Dave Roberts seemed to suggest Tuesday that the lefty would take the mound over the weekend in Mexico, according to J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News. It sounds like Roberts may have misspoken, however, as Wood is still listed as the Dodgers' probable starter for Thursday, and Ken Gurnick of MLB.com relayed another comment from Roberts implying that Kenta Maeda, Walker Buehler and Rich Hill (finger) were each in line to start a game against the Padres. The tea leaves thus seem to pointing toward Wood starting the series finale in Arizona, though both Wood's and Maeda's fantasy owners should check back on the Dodgers' rotation plans prior to Thursday's game just to gain clarity on the matter.
May 1 2018Wood is expected to start during the Dodgers' upcoming series against the Padres, which begins Friday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Wood last pitched Saturday, which would put him in line to start Thursday against the Diamondbacks on regular rest. However, manager Dave Roberts said that he will likely have Wood or Walker Buehler pitch on Friday, then have the other take the mound Saturday followed by Rich Hill (finger) on Sunday. More information regarding how the Dodgers will proceed with their rotation should be available in the near future.
Apr 29 2018Wood (0-3) took the loss in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Giants, allowing four runs on six hits and a walk over six innings while striking out four.The left-hander got staked to a 2-0 lead before he even took the mound but couldn't make it stick, fading late after holding the Giants at bay for four innings. Wood's 30:3 K:BB in 35 innings remains very strong despite a superficially mediocre 4.11 ERA, and he'll keep looking for his first win of the season Thursday in Arizona.
Apr 22 2018Wood allowed two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four across six innings Sunday. He didn't factor into the decision in a 4-3 win over the Nationals.Wood is still searching for his first win on the year, despite a decent 3.72 ERA and 0.83 WHIP through five starts. He allowed three runs Sunday against the Nationals and was on the hook for the loss until the Dodgers responded with a three-run sixth inning. The 27-year-old left-hander is coming off season in which he went 16-3 with a 2.72 ERA, so he'll look to get back to his 2017 self in his next start, which figures to come Saturday against the Giants.
Apr 18 2018Wood gave up a run (none earned) on two hits and a walk while striking out seven over 5.1 innings Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision in an extra-inning win over the Padres.Wood was shelled in his previous start, so Tuesday's outing should help ease his owners' thoughts, even though he didn't end up with the victory. The southpaw was aggresive against a light-hitting Padres squad, throwing first-pitch strikes to 15 of the 20 batters he faced, finishing with 50 strikes to just 27 balls at the end of his night. Wood will look to pick up his first win of the season in another favorable matchup against the Marlins on Monday.
Apr 12 2018Wood (0-2) lasted just 3.2 innings Wednesday, giving up seven runs on seven hits with no walks and five strikeouts in a losing effort against the Athletics.Wood was pushed back a day due to an illness, so that could have had something to do with his uncharacteristically poor outing. A big part of the southpaw's effectiveness is his ability to keep the ball on the ground (2.3 GB/FB ratio last season), something he was unable to do against the Athletics in this one (1.0 GB/FB ratio). On the bright side, Wood has yet to issue a walk while maintaining a solid strikeout rate (7.6 K/9). Owners shouldn't panic, as the 27-year-old looked strong in his previous two outings, and he gets the Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park next Tuesday.
Apr 11 2018Wood (illness) has been confirmed as the starter for Wednesday's game against the A's, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.The Dodgers were forced to push Wood back from Tuesday due to an illness. He will oppose Daniel Mengden in his third start of the season and will look to build upon the stellar numbers he's turned in so far (1.93 ERA, 0.50 WHIP, 10:0 K:BB in 14 innings). Wood is experimenting with pitching exclusively out of the stretch this season as he looks to simplify his mechanics.
Apr 8 2018Wood (illness) will make his next start Wednesday against the Athletics, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Wood was originally scheduled to take the mound Tuesday, but after not feeling well enough to throw his bullpen session Sunday, the team has decided to simply bump him back another day. Hyun-Jin Ryu will shift up a day and toe the rubber on Tuesday against the A's.
Apr 7 2018Wood was not in uniform Saturday due to an illness, Pedro Moura of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.The Dodgers wound up using 24 of the players on the active roster in the extra-inning affair, but this makes it clear as to why Wood was the lone player to sit out. Wood isn't scheduled to pitch next until Tuesday against the Athletics, so it's unlikely that this ailment will put that start in jeopardy barring any extraneous circumstances.
Apr 7 2018Wood will have his next start against the Athletics on Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The Dodgers have Monday and Thursday off and are bumping Wood's start up a day while shifting Kenta Maeda to the bullpen for the week. The 27-year-old Wood has started the season well with a 1.93 ERA and 0.50 WHIP over 14 innings, recording 10 strikeouts.
Apr 4 2018Wood (0-1) allowed three runs on six hits and struck out five through six innings but took the loss Wednesday against Arizona.Wood was doubled to death, as four of the six hits he allowed were doubles. That allowed the Diamondbacks to manufacture runs despite the fact that Wood was tight with his control, as he didn't walk a batter and threw 62 strikes in just 89 pitches. Wood has been solid thus far in 2018, with a 1.93 ERA and 10 strikeouts without a single walk issued, but the Dodgers offense hasn't been able to support him yet.
Mar 31 2018Wood fired eight scoreless innings while allowing one hit and striking out five Friday, but he did not receive a decision in a 1-0 loss to the Giants.Wood was near-perfect in this one, not allowing a base runner until giving up the only hit of his night in the fifth inning. Unfortunately for his fantasy owners, the southpaw was pulled from a 0-0 game after tossing just 90 pitches (65 strikes) in favor of Kenley Jansen in the ninth, leaving the starter without a decision. Other than the absence of a win, this was about as good of a first outing you could ask for. Wood will try to keep his ERA spotless in a much tougher matchup on the road against the Diamondbacks next Wednesday.
Mar 28 2018Wood will make his regular season debut on Friday against the Giants.The 2017 breakout arm posted a pedestrian 3.63 ERA over his five tune-up starts this spring, but he finished with 4.67 ERA last spring before going on to dominate to the tune of a 2.72 ERA during the regular season. Just goes to show how insignificant exhibition results can be for players with secure roles heading into the year. While Wood's strong performance may have surprised some, none of the lefty's underlying ratios suggest that his improvements were of a fluky nature, as his 8.9 K/9, 2.2 BB/9, 0.9 HR/9, 78.8 percent strand rate and 3.36 FIP were all at or near his career norms. Even if he were to "regress" to a low-3.00 ERA, Wood should still provide front-of-the-rotation fantasy value.
Mar 9 2018Wood held the Indians to no runs on two hits over four innings Thursday. He struck out five in an eventual spring training loss.Wood appears to have shaken off the rust after a pair of sub-par outings to begin the exhibition season. The southpaw has a rotation spot locked up after a dominant 2017 campaign (2.72 ERA and 8.9 K/9 over 152.1 innings), so his spring results shouldn't sway his fantasy value so long as he stays healthy. Wood is expected to slot third amongst the Dodgers' trio of dominant lefties to begin the regular season.
Feb 26 2018Wood (ankle) allowed two runs on one hit and two walks while striking out one batter in one inning Monday against the Rangers.Most importantly, Wood was able to get through his Cactus League debut without a hitch after being limited early on in camp with an ankle injury. Barring any setbacks throughout the rest of spring training, the 27-year-old southpaw should slot into the middle of the Dodgers' rotation to open the season. Wood, who went 16-3 with a 2.72 ERA and 151:38 K:BB across 152.1 innings in 2017, is likely in line for some regression this season, though he should still prove to be a valuable asset regardless.
Feb 25 2018Wood (ankle) is scheduled to start Monday's Cactus League game against the Rangers, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Wood has been hobbled by an ankle injury during spring camp but was able to ramp up his activity recently and is set to make his Cactus League debut. Assuming a clean slate of health entering the season, Wood will look to follow up his incredibly strong 2017 campaign with similar results. He's likely in line for some statistical regression, but Wood should prove to be a useful asset in nearly all fantasy formats.
Feb 21 2018Wood will scrap his windup and pitch exclusively from the stretch this season, Pedro Moura of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.Wood was inspired to make the change after watching Stephen Strasburg pitch against the Dodgers last year. It's difficult to tell exactly what effect this will have on Wood's numbers this season, but looking as his splits with men on base (when pitchers pitch almost exclusively from the stretch) suggests that this might be a good idea. Wood held batters to a .183/.240/.283 line with men on base last year, compared to .238/.296/.388 with the bases empty.
Feb 17 2018Wood (ankle) threw a 28-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood is expected to toss a more extensive bullpen Monday before progressing to facing live hitters Wednesday. At this point, he still appears to be on track to get into game action shortly after spring games begin despite tweaking his ankle earlier in the week.
Feb 17 2018Contrary to a previous report, Wood (ankle) will throw a light bullpen session Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.He was not on the Dodgers' printed schedule of who would throw bullpen sessions that day, but manager Dave Roberts said Wood will in fact throw a light session in addition to taking part in pitchers' fielding practice drills. Despite spraining his ankle earlier this week, Wood appears to be on track to get into game action shortly after Cactus League play begins.
Feb 17 2018Wood (ankle) will not throw a bullpen session Saturday but will participate in pitchers' fielding practice drills, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.It was originally reported that Wood would throw a bullpen but he wasn't listed on the schedule. He sprained his ankle earlier this week, so he is a little behind schedule, but there has been no reporting to suggest he won't be able to pitch in games soon after Cactus League play gets underway.
Feb 16 2018Wood's X-rays revealed inflammation in his right ankle and he's expected to partake in a bullpen session Saturday, Andy McCullough of The Los Angeles Times reports.Fortunately, this was only a slight scare for Wood as the left-hander should be back to full strength in no time. He was able to go through an entire workout after undergoing X-rays on Friday, and he should have no restrictions moving forward if all goes well with his bullpen this weekend.
Feb 16 2018Wood (ankle) was able to throw off the bullpen mound following his X-rays Friday, Alanna Rizzo of SportsNetLA reports.Wood tweaked the ankle prior to Thursday's bullpen session and although he wasn't expected to receive any work after going in for X-rays, the southpaw claimed that he could've tossed a regular bullpen without any problems. This is clearly a good sign moving forward, even though results of the tests have yet to be revealed. Nonetheless, the Dodgers are likely to take it easy with Wood over the next few days.
Feb 16 2018Wood will receive X-rays after tweaking his ankle Thursday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood sustained the ankle sprain while exercising prior to his scheduled bullpen session Thursday. As with any minor injury in February, the club is taking a cautious approach, as Wood will not return for a bullpen Friday either. There will be an update on his status once the results of his X-rays are released.
Feb 15 2018Wood did not throw his scheduled bullpen Thursday after tweaking his ankle during warmups, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Registerq reports.Luckily the issue doesn't appear to be anything overly serious, and the Dodgers are likely just being precautious with the 27-year-old lefty, who is now expected to throw his bullpen Friday instead. Wood will slot into the middle of the Dodgers' rotation this season after going 16-3 with a 2.71 ERA and 1.06 WHIP across 152.1 innings in 2017.
Jan 12 2018Wood agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with the Dodgers on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of FanRagSports.com reports.The lefty turned a big profit for his fantasy owners last season, going 16-3 a 2.72 ERA and 1.06 WHIP, but he experienced a decline in fastball velocity later in the year. That adds a degree of risk heading into 2018, but Wood's skills are excellent and the team context is a big plus in his favor.
Oct 12 2017Manager Dave Roberts announced that Wood will start Wednesday's Game 4 of the NLCS against either the Cubs or Nationals, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Wood was scheduled to pitch Game 4 of the NLDS against the Diamondbacks but didn't get the opportunity to take the mound after the N.L. West champs put together a three-game sweep of their divisional foes. The 26-year-old made two starts against the Cubs during the regular season, allowing one earned run over 8.2 total innings. He also found success in his lone outing against the Nationals, hurling six scoreless innings in a Sept. 15 victory.
Oct 5 2017Wood will start Game 4 of the NLDS against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Barring a sweep of the Diamondbacks, Wood -- who posted a 2.72 ERA during the regular season -- will take the mound Tuesday in Arizona for a pivotal Game 4. The 26-year-old faced the Diamondbacks four times this season (three starts and one relief appearance), allowing six runs over 21 innings (2.57 ERA).
Sep 27 2017Wood (16-3) picked up the win over the Padres on Tuesday, giving up two runs on eight hits and a walk over six innings while striking out only one.Both runs scored on fifth-inning solo homers, but the Dodgers offense came to life after that to propel Wood to win No. 16. The lefty finishes the regular season with a stellar 2.72 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 151:38 K:BB in 152.1 innings, and he's lined up to start Game 4 of the NLDS next week, should the series last that long.
Sep 21 2017Wood walked away with a no-decision in Wednesday's loss to the Phillies, allowing two runs on three hits while striking out six batters in six innings.Wood likely could have pitched further into the game - he was at just 82 pitches and hadn't allowed a hit since the Phillies' two-run second inning - but manager Dave Roberts opted to pinch hit for him in the seventh frame in an attempt to tie the game and take the lead. It worked, and the Dodgers briefly took the lead -- putting Wood in line for the win -- before Philadelphia scored three runs of their own to reclaim the edge in the bottom half of the inning. He's now bounced back with a pair of quality starts after allowing nine runs over 11 innings in his first two starts back from the disabled list. Wood will carry a shiny 2.71 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 150:37 K:BB into his next start, which is scheduled for Tuesday against the Padres.
Sep 15 2017Wood (15-3) allowed no runs on three hits and one walk while striking out eight across six innings to earn the win Friday against the Nationals.Wood completely silenced the Nationals bats while receiving six runs of offensive support over the first two innings, as he cruised to his 15th victory of the season. Fantasy owners are likely relieved that he put together this solid outing after he allowed 12 runs over his last 17 innings covering three starts, and hopefully he's ready to dominate in the fantasy playoffs. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Phillies.
Sep 9 2017Wood (14-3) allowed five runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out just two batters through five innings during Saturday's loss to Colorado.The lefty has now allowed 12 runs through 17 innings over his past three starts and has also spent time on the disabled list with a chest injury during that span. Wood still sports elite numbers for the campaign with a 2.81 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 9.1 K/9, but he's clearly not locked in like he was earlier in the season. Considering his current form, it's worth considering fading him until he rights the ship -- if that luxury even exists. A daunting road matchup against the Nationals is on deck for Wood, too.
Sep 3 2017Wood (14-2) returned from the disabled list Sunday, pitching six innings while giving up four runs on seven hits with two walks and seven strikeouts against the Padres. He was the losing pitcher of record in a 6-4 loss.Wood missed two starts with a minor sternum injury before returning to the mound Sunday. Home runs continue to plague the breakout star, as he has given up 10 over his last seven starts after surrendering just two in his previous 16 appearances. Wood still owns a sparkling 2.57 ERA on the season, but it has slowly creeped closer to his 3.02 FIP in the second half. The Dodgers are currently running a six-man rotation, lining the 26-year-old up to start against the Rockies at home Saturday.
Sep 3 2017Wood (chest) has been activated from the disabled list in advance of his scheduled start Sunday in San Diego, MLB.com reports.Wood struck out eight in a quality start against the Padres back on June 30, and picked up a hold as a reliever against them in his first appearance of the year. He'll look to continue building momentum Sunday, making his 21st start of the season against a team that strikes out at a 25.1 percent clip -- the second worst mark in the league.
Aug 29 2017Wood (chest) will come off the DL to start Sunday in San Diego, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.He said the cortisone shot he received helped relieve the sternum joint inflammation he was dealing with. He will throw bullpen sessions Wednesday and Friday in advance of taking the ball in the series finale against the Padres. It is unreasonable to expect Wood to be the dominant ace who notched a 1.56 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 101 strikeouts over his first 86.2 innings this season, but he should still be quite serviceable down the stretch, especially for owners chasing wins.
Aug 22 2017Manager Dave Roberts said Wood (chest) will receive a cortisone shot and be placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood was already planning to skip his next start due to a sternum joint issue, so the Dodgers decided to shift him to the DL to open up a roster spot until he's ready to return. He doesn't seem too worried about the issue, and believes he'll be ready to return to the rotation after the minimum 10-day stay, which would line him up to start Sept. 2 against the Padres. Ross Stripling is a leading candidate to take his place in the rotation for the time being.
Aug 21 2017Wood allowed three runs on five hits with no walks and five strikeotus across six innings in Monday's no-decision against the Pirates.Wood allowed a trio of solo home runs over the second and third innings, but he allowed just a pair of singles during the rest of his time on the mound. The Dodgers offense waited until the seventh inning to get on the board, costing the lefty a shot at a victory, but he still tossed his fourth consecutive quality start. Wood's minuscule ERA actually rose to 2.41 during this respectable outing, and he will look for his 15th win when he takes the ball against the Brewers on Saturday.
Aug 21 2017Wood will skip one or two starts due to a recurrence of the sternum joint issue that has bothered him earlier this season, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood missed a start in early June due to the same issue, which was initially thought to be a shoulder injury but turned out to be minor. The same discomfort has returned, so the Dodgers won't take any chances with their 14-1 pitcher as they nurse a gigantic National League West lead. Expect a disabled list announcement shortly.
Aug 15 2017Wood allowed one run on six hits while striking out six over seven innings in a no-decision against the White Sox on Tuesday. He did not issue a walk.All the more impressive, Wood completed the seven innings on just 79 pitches. The lefty continues to excel for the Dodgers -- he now sits with a 2.30 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, .206 BAA and 122:30 K:BB over 117.1 innings -- and his velocity has rebounded in recent starts following a gradual decline over the first four months of the campaign. Even so, the Dodgers have run away with the NL West and they could opt to skip Wood here or there down the stretch.
Aug 10 2017Wood (14-1) held the Diamondbacks to two runs on six hits and a walk over six innings Wednesday, striking out four in a 3-2 victory.His old team, the Braves, hung nine runs on Wood back on July 21, and that's the only time the lefty's seen the loss column all year. His strikeout numbers have taken a bit of a dip over his last three starts -- just 11 in 19 innings -- but Wood has retained his excellent control and generally kept the ball in the yard; Paul Goldschmidt's homer off him Wednesday was just the sixth he's allowed in 20 starts. The only thing keeping Wood from frontrunner status in the Cy Young Award race is that he's thrown a lot fewer innings (110.1) than guys like Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer.
Aug 3 2017Wood (13-1) held the Braves to one run on seven hits with two walks and two strikeouts over six innings in Thursday's win.Wood gave up a run in the first inning, but proceeded to shut the door from there on the same team that tagged him for nine runs in 4.2 innings for his only loss back on July 21. The 26-year-old lefty has now pitched at least five innings of one-run ball or better in 11 of 17 starts. Repeating this effort will be difficult in his next outing, which is scheduled for Wednesday at Arizona's hitter-friendly Chase Field.
Jul 28 2017Wood allowed four earned runs on hits hits over seven innings against the Giants on Friday, notching five strikeouts and picking up the win.Wood's dominant night was done in by a rough seventh inning, in which he allowed three runs on four hits, including back-to-back RBI doubles by Nick Hundley and Gorkys Herandez. Nonetheless, the southpaw put together a nice outing after allowing nine runs (seven earned) in his last outing, a disastrous blowout loss to the Braves. The 26-year-old remains a valuable fantasy asset thanks to his stellar 2.38 ERA and 0.99 WHIP this year, though it's worth noting that a dip in velocity could be the result of a heavy inning count, as Wood underwent elbow surgery to cut short his 2017 campaign. He'll have a chance to avenge his earlier performance against Atlanta in his next start, as he lines up to face them Thursday.
Jul 21 2017Wood (11-1) served up nine runs (seven earned) on nine hits and four walks with four strikeouts over just 4.2 innings in his first loss Friday night against Atlanta.Finally, Wood is human. Not only was this his first loss of the season, but it was the first time he failed to complete the fifth inning since April 21 against Arizona, when he was making a spot start and wasn't stretched out. Wood was bound to stumble eventually, but his consistency this season has been impressive. Despite the disaster, Wood's ERA still sits at a pristine 2.17.
Jul 15 2017Wood (11-0) pitched six shutout innings on three hits and one walk while striking out four to earn the victory on Saturday against the Marlins.Wood dominated as he seems to do every time he toes the rubber, and after leaving with a big lead, he easily coasted to his 11th victory of the season. He's only allowed more than one earned run in a start a single time over the past two months, and his 1.56 ERA has made him one of the greatest draft day values of 2017. He'll make his next start Friday against the Braves.
Jul 6 2017Wood (10-0) pitched seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts during Wednesday's win over Arizona. He allowed just three hits and two walks.Wood sports a 1.67 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 10.8 K/9, and he's collected a win in nine of his past 10 starts. He's locked in as an elite fantasy option in all settings until proven otherwise at this point. A road date with the Marlins is up next for the lefty.
Jun 30 2017Wood (9-0) allowed one run on two hits and three walks over six innings in Friday's win over the Padres. He struck out eight.After allowing a leadoff double, Wood buckled down and retired the next nine batters he faced, seven by strikeouts. The 26-year-old continues to dominate opponents this season; he's compiled a 1.98 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 83 strikeouts in 12 starts (68.1 innings) for the Dodgers. He'll look to stay undefeated against a difficult Diamondbacks team that has scored the fourth most runs all season.
Jun 26 2017Wood will have his next start moved back to Friday against the Padres, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Wood was initially slated to start Thursday against the Angels, but now Clayton Kershaw will start instead. The Dodgers rotation has been prone to juggling like this all year due to all the injuries. This one looks favorable for Wood, as he draws an excellent matchup against the Padres at Petco Park.
Jun 23 2017Wood (8-0) allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings to pick up the win Friday over the Rockies.Wood was nasty all night long, as he induced a ridiculous 22 swinging strikes over 98 pitches. His magical season continues as he remains undefeated and now has his ERA all the way down to 1.86. The Dodgers pushed this start back so he could specifically face the Rockies, and Wood did the job, helping Los Angeles build a 2.5 game lead in the National League West.
Jun 19 2017Wood's next start has been pushed back to Friday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles TimesBill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.The Dodgers want Wood and his dominant 1.92 ERA and 0.92 WHIP to take the ball in Friday's series opener against the division-leading Rockies rather than the struggling Hyun-Jin Ryu, who was initially slated to start. Thus, the pair will swap places in the rotation. Fortunately for fantasy owners, this series will be taking place in Los Angeles, and not at Coors Field.
Jun 16 2017Wood (7-0) allowed a single run on four hits while striking out five batters through eight innings during Friday's win over Cincinnati.Having seven wins at this stage of the season is impressive, but considering Wood has only made 10 starts, it highlights just how dominant he's been. He owns a 1.90 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 10.5 K/9, and his 2.14 FIP affirms the sustainability of his excellent run on the mound. It isn't out of the question to view Wood as a matchup-proof hurler going forward, either. The lefty lines up for a home date against the Mets in his next start.
Jun 11 2017Wood (shoulder) gave up three runs on five hits over 5.2 innings Saturday. He didn't issue a walk and struck out seven in a 5-4 win over the Reds.The southpaw looked sharp in his return from a shoulder injury, but his scoreless streak came to an end at 27.1 innings when he gave up an RBI single to Jose Peraza in the third inning. Wood looked like his dominant pre-injury self through the first five innings, but he admittedly ran out of gas in the sixth, allowing two batters to reach base before watching them score from the dugout when Josh Fields served up a home run to Devin Mesoraco. All-in-all it was a positive return from the disabled list for the 26-year-old. Wood will look to build on his impressive 2.01 ERA when he takes on the Reds on Friday.
Jun 10 2017Wood (shoulder) was activated from the DL on Saturday, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.This was fully expected, but Wood's inclusion in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Reds provides confirmation that the lefty will indeed make his return from the shoulder issue. Wood went 6-0 with a 1.69 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 60:15 K:BB in 10 appearances (eight starts) before being placed on the disabled list May 29.
Jun 7 2017Wood (shoulder) will make his return against Cincinnati on Saturday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.The southpaw is set to make his first start since landing on the 10-day disabled list with joint inflammation on May 29. Prior to going down, Wood had been dealing from the mound with his previous four starts (23.1 innings) going by without a run crossing the plate. In that time frame, Wood has a 33:6 K/BB and a WHIP of 0.90.
Jun 5 2017Wood (shoulder) expects to rejoin the rotation this weekend, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.He will throw an extended bullpen session Wednesday, and could return this weekend for a home series against the Reds. Wood has pitched like an SP1 on a per-start basis this year, so he should be inserted into lineups in all formats once he is activated.
Jun 2 2017Wood is expected to return during the June 9-11 series against the Reds, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.His examination by team doctors "was as benign as possible," per manager Dave Roberts. Wood will miss a second start, but it sounds like he will be back next weekend for the end of the homestand. While the lefty's track record of injuries, funky delivery and the spike in innings from a year ago are legitimate concerns, Wood has been excellent when on the mound this season, with Roberts going so far as to label Wood the team's "1A."
Jun 1 2017Wood (shoulder) is traveling to be examined by Dodgers doctors Thursday, and he's not improving as quickly as the team initially hoped, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Manager Dave Roberts said he's not concerned that there's structural or any other serious damage to Wood's shoulder because the discomfort is in his sternum, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times added. Either way, perhaps Wood's return to a starting role this year has put extra stress on his body, despite his sparkling 6-0 record, 1.69 ERA, 11.3 K/9 and 2.8 BB/9 in 48 innings. We'll provide an update when news surfaces for someone suddenly considered a cog for many fantasy rotations.
May 29 2017Wood was placed on the 10-day disabled list Monday with inflammation in his left SC joint, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.According to Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times, Wood told the Dodgers he could pitch through the issue, so it doesn't appear to be anything overly serious; nonetheless, the Dodgers will err on the side of caution with the young arm and give him some time to recover. Wood has been stellar for the big club this season, compiling a 1.69 ERA and 60:15 K:BB through 48 innings (10 games, eight starts). Brandon Morrow was recalled from Triple-A to take his spot on the roster, though Hyun-Jin Ryu will likely take any turns in the rotation he will miss. He'll be eligible to come off the disabled list June 5, so he could only miss one start barring any setbacks.
May 27 2017Wood (6-0) racked up eight strikeouts over five scoreless innings in Friday's 4-0 win over the Cubs, allowing just two hits and issuing two walks.Wood worked up to 91 pitches, leading to a rather early exit, but was otherwise dominant once again. He notched 13 swinging strikes and actually recorded first-pitch strikes on 14 of 18 hitters, although he struggled some with control deeper into counts. Wood has now turned in four consecutive scoreless starts spanning 23.1 innings, lowering his ERA from 3.28 to 1.69 in the process. His scoreless streak is at a career-high 25.1 frames overall, which is also the longest in the majors this season. He'll look to keep on rolling versus the Cardinals in a road tilt next Wednesday.
May 24 2017Manager Dave Roberts said Wood will start Friday's game against the Cubs, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Wood has been stellar over his last three starts (3-0) -- allowing just 13 hits while notching a 25:4 K:BB across 18.1 scoreless innings -- earning himself another turn in the rotation sooner than expected. The 26-year-old, who owns a 1.88 ERA and 52:13 K:BB through seven starts (43 innings) this season, will look to stay undefeated as he faces Jake Arrieta and the Cubs.
May 20 2017Wood (5-0) fired 7.1 scoreless innings in Friday's 7-2 win over the Marlins, giving up six hits and two walks while recording four strikeouts.Wood continues rolling along, with Friday's blanking extending his scoreless streak to 20.1 innings. That spans the southpaw's last three starts, as well as the final two frames of a five-inning outing against the Giants on May 2. Wood was especially effective keeping the ball down Friday, inducing a whopping 19 grounders. He fired an efficient 96 pitches overall, notching 13 swinging strikes along the way. The 26-year-old lowered his ERA to 1.88 with Friday's effort, and he'll look to keep adding zeros to his ledger when he takes on the Cardinals at home next Wednesday.
May 13 2017Wood will remain in the Dodgers' rotation, even after Rich Hill (finger) and Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) return from the 10-day disabled list, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Though Wood's status could change on a whim, it'd be hard to shift him back to the bullpen after he dazzled with a six-inning, 10-strikeout shutout performance Saturday versus the Rockies at Coors Field. That leaves him with a 4-0 record accompanied by a 2.27 ERA, a 12.1 K/9 and a 2.8 BB/9 in 35.2 innings this year. Los Angeles was wise to collect as many starting pitchers as possible before the season, though they've found a gem in its pre-existing ranks. The left-hander proved he could stretch out a bit longer, as well, after previously being limited with innings and pitch counts. The southpaw's skills make him worth adding in most mixed leagues at least for a trial run. He's proven to be a difference-maker as long as he's started. As for the rest of the Dodgers' rotation, Kenta Maeda (hamstring) may need at least another week of rehab. Julio Urias could head back to Triple-A Oklahoma City or relief duty as part of his workload management. Hyun-Jin Ryu is shouldered with a 4.99 ERA in six starters and could simply be booted from the starting quintet. Owners of those last two pitchers should start making contingency plans.
May 8 2017Wood (3-0) allowed just two hits while walking one and striking out 11 over five shutout innings to help beat the Pirates 12-1 on Monday.Wood's 11 strikeouts were a season high, and he lowered his ERA to 2.73 with the 88-pitch effort. He's been up and down in his five starts, but the southpaw's strikeout upside (38 punchouts in 29.2 frames) makes him relevant in most mixed leagues, especially with Hyun-Jin Ryu (hip) and Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) currently on the disabled list. If Wood keeps pitching like this, the Dodgers will find a way to keep him in their starting rotation for the long haul.
May 8 2017Wood will start Monday's game against the Pirates, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.After the Dodgers' series finale against the Padres was postponed a day earlier, there was some thought that Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) the scheduled starter for Sunday, would simply be pushed back a day, but manager Dave Roberts ultimately opted to keep Wood on his normal schedule. It remains unclear if McCarthy will pitch in either of the other two games of the series with the Pirates, but the Dodgers' ample rotation depth as well as the impending return of Hyun-Jin Ryu (hip) from the disabled list could prompt the team to delay McCarthy's return. If McCarthy ends up being held out this week, it's likely that Wood would receive another start over the weekend in Colorado.
May 3 2017Wood was charged with five runs (four earned) on seven hits and one walk while striking out eight over five innings in a win over the Giants on Tuesday.The Dodgers' offense provided plenty of support, scoring nine runs against opposing starter Matt Moore and 13 runs in total. Wood now has a 27:9 K:BB over 24.2 innings this season, but five of those free passes came in one appearance. The lefty has issued just three walks in his last four appearances spanning 19 innings. He lines up for a home matchup against the Pirates on Monday.
Apr 27 2017Wood will make his next scheduled start rather than returning to a bullpen role, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wednesday's dominant performance apparently opened some eyes in the organization, as the southpaw now seems to be in line to maintain a rotation spot until further notice. It's unclear who gets the hook once Rich Hill (finger) returns from the disabled list, although manager Dave Roberts did note that Hill could head to the bullpen upon activation. Nonetheless, Wood appears to be in line to make his next start Tuesday against the Giants.
Apr 27 2017Wood tossed six shutout innings Wednesday, holding the Giants to one hit and one walk while striking out five in a 4-3 loss.The 26-year-old carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning before giving up a single to Drew Stubbs. He would be lifted in next inning after throwing just 77 pitches, a move that proved to be costly for the Dodgers and Wood's chances at earning a win. The southpaw has been effective as a swingman early on, posting a 2.29 ERA in five appearances. With Julio Urias joining the rotation for the foreseeable future, Wood appeared to be the odd man out, but Wednesday's dominant outing will make Dave Roberts' rotation decision a difficult one next week.
Apr 22 2017Wood gave up four runs on seven hits over 4.2 innings Friday. He walked one and struck out six in a loss to the Diamondbacks.The veteran southpaw got another start in place of the injured Rich Hill (finger), and he failed to reach the five-inning mark for the second time in two tries. Outside of Friday's outing, the 26-year-old has pitched well in a swingman role this season, posting a 3.29 ERA and 1.24 WHIP across 13.2 innings. With Hill unlikely to return before his next turn in the rotation, Wood should receive a favorable matchup against the light-hitting Giants on Wednesday.
Apr 17 2017Wood will start Friday in place of the injured Rich Hill, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports Monday.Hill was placed on the disabled list Monday, officially opening up his starting slot for Wood. The lefty has been wild this season, issuing six walks in just nine innings, but he has held opponents to just one run on three hits in large part thanks to eight strikeouts. When Wood has had his chances to start, he has been successful -- he owns a 3.39 ERA over 78 career starts -- so he should be considered a cut above the typical spot starter.
Apr 17 2017Wood is the leading candidate to fill-in for Rich Hill (finger) if he is forced to miss his next scheduled start Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Hill hasn't officially been ruled out for his next start, but given the recurring nature of his blisters, another DL stint could be in store for the Dodgers' lefty. Wood filled in for Hill last week, but he struggled to get through four innings against the Cubs. With a potential matchup against a potent Diamondbacks lineup, it would be tough to recommend the southpaw outside of deep leagues. That being said, he could be worth a stash in standard formats in the event Hill is forced to miss an extended period of time.
Apr 10 2017Wood allowed two runs (one earned) on three hits while walking five and striking out four in 3.2 innings in a no-decision in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Cubs.In Wood's first start in the rotation in place of the injured Rich Hill (finger), he was not sharp. Although one of his five walks was intentional, the lefty threw just 39 of his 70 pitches for strikes in this one. Based on this rough outing, he's likely to make just one more start if Hill can return from injury in short order.
Apr 8 2017Wood was told he will start Monday's game against Cubs, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood was competing for the final rotation spot out of spring training before being relegated to the bullpen, but with Rich Hill (finger) on the 10-day DL, it appears he'll get a chance to start after all. He made 14 appearances for the Dodgers last season, accumulating a 3.73 ERA across 60.1 innings (10 starts).
Apr 7 2017Wood is a candidate to pick up a spot start Monday with Rich Hill (finger) landing on the disabled list, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.The left-hander was vying for the Dodgers' final rotation spot throughout spring training, but it seems like he'll still get a chance to start despite beginning the year in the bullpen. This is still speculative, but it's a good sign that Wood was the first name brought to the table as a fill-in for Hill.
Mar 29 2017Wood will start the season in the Dodgers' bullpen, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.As suspected, Wood lost out to Brandon McCarthy for the final spot in the Dodgers' starting rotation, sending him to the bullpen to open the year. The 26-year-old pitched well for most of spring, but his last outing may have done him in, as he allowed six runs on 11 hits across six frames. He'll head to back to the bullpen, where he's enjoyed success before.
Mar 29 2017Wood -- who is competing for the Dodgers' final rotation spot -- was shelled for six runs (five earned) on 11 hits over six innings Monday. He struck out four and walked one in a loss to the Reds.The veteran picked a terrible time to have his worst Cactus League outing. Wood was already considered the underdog in the position battle due to his track record of pitching successfully out of the bullpen, whereas Brandon McCarthy has only experienced success as a starter in the majors. Even though an official decision hasn't been made, The Orange County Register's Bill Plunkett reported that the 26-year-old sounded like a player who knew his fate after the game when he said, "We've got a lot of guys who deserve to be in the rotation. It's lucky and unlucky that I had success out of the bullpen when I first came up." We will have to wait for an official announcement to be made, but early signs point to McCarthy -- and not Wood -- winning the Dodgers' final rotation spot.
Mar 27 2017Wood is a finalist for the Dodgers' fifth and final rotation spot along with Brandon McCarthy, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Hyun-Jin Ryu has cemented a spot in the rotation, putting the squeeze on the rest of the Dodgers' potential starting pitchers. Manager Dave Roberts said Wood will make the team either way, with the loser of the battle for the rotation bound for a role as a swingman out of the bullpen. Wood owns a 2.85 ERA in 41 career relief innings and a 3.40 ERA in 458.1 innings as a starter, so the Dodgers can be confident he'll contribute in either role.
Mar 21 2017Wood currently projects to be a part of the Dodgers' rotation at the start of the season, the Orange County Register's Bill Plunkett reports.Clayton Kershaw, Kenta Maeda, Rich Hill, Brandon McCarthy and Wood figure to make up the rotation to start the season, assuming nothing changes between now and Opening Day. This essentially means that Wood has passed Hyun-Jin Ryu in the pecking order, in part because he has pitched so well, and in part because the Dodgers may want to be cautious with Ryu in the early going. Wood has a 3.18 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 11 strikeouts in 11.1 innings this spring. With Ryu building up arm strength and Julio Urias being held back in an order to allow him to pitch into the postseason, there will be ample replacement options should Wood struggle out of the gate, but this development makes him worth rostering for now in most formats. He posted a 3.99 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 62:19 K:BB in 56.1 innings as a starter last season, although he averaged less than six innings per start.
Mar 13 2017Wood started Sunday's split-squad game against the White Sox, surrendering a run on three hits while striking out three over his three innings of work.Wood -- who is competing for both a role and a spot on the Opening Day roster -- is quietly having a solid spring campaign. The southpaw has a 3.86 ERA with six strikeouts in his seven innings of Cactus League action. Wood's ability to pitch both out of the rotation or the bullpen may end up hurting his chances of becoming one of the Dodgers' starting pitchers to start the year. If Wood were to make the rotation out of camp, he would gain fantasy value as a pitcher with a strong strikeout rate (8.15 career K/9) who pitches his home games in a pitcher-friendly venue.
Jan 28 2017Wood will work as a starter in spring training, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.An elbow injury kept Wood on the shelf for much of 2016 and he worked out of the bullpen upon his return in September. However, the offseason has allowed him to enter camp at full strength, so he will stretch out as a starter. That said, the Dodgers' embarrassment of riches in terms of proven starters will make it difficult for him to crack the rotation come Opening Day.
Jan 13 2017Wood and the Dodgers avoided arbitration with a one-year, $2.8 million deal, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood was in the middle of a notable uptick in strikeouts as a starter before an elbow injury knocked him out for most of the season. He eventually managed to return in the bullpen in September and pitched a couple innings in the playoffs. He's likely to enter 2017 as a starter given that manager Dave Roberts said that the reason he returned as a reliever was he simply didn't have enough time in the season to build back up. This was his first round of arbitration.
Sep 20 2016Wood (elbow) was activated from the 60-day disabled list Tuesday.As expected, Wood will finally return to the Dodgers pitching staff after roughly three and a half months on the shelf. The left-hander will likely occupy a swingman role for the rest of the season. To make room for him on the 40-man roster, Bud Norris was designated for assignment.
Sep 19 2016Wood will be activated Tuesday rather than Monday, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.The Dodgers are in a bit of a 40-man roster crunch and will thus wait to activate Wood until they know the status of Scott Kazmir (blister) going forward. Expect him to play a swingman role out of the Dodgers' bullpen upon his return.
Sep 18 2016Wood (elbow) will be activated from the disabled list Monday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.While Wood will come off the DL, the Dodgers have yet to indicate when they plan to have him take the mound. Prior to getting injured, Wood had started 10 games, during which the southpaw built a 3.99 ERA and 1.31 WHIP.
Sep 15 2016Wood (elbow) could be activated from the 60-day disabled list over the weekend, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Thursday's report suggests that Wood's timeline for return has been bumped up slightly as it was reported earlier in the week that he would throw sim games over the weekend. However, he threw his second simulated game Thursday and is now eyeing a return either Saturday or Sunday. Provided he's able to come off the DL over the weekend, he will add another left-handed dimension to the Dodgers' bullpen for the final two weeks of the regular season.
Sep 13 2016Wood (elbow) is expected to throw a simulated game over the weekend, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Wood's rehab seems to be moving along very well, as this is the closest he can get to a rehab assignment considering the minor league seasons are nearly over. If all goes well, the left-hander could return to the Dodgers bullpen prior to the end of the season.
Sep 4 2016Wood (elbow) will throw off a mound Monday, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Wood underwent surgery in mid-July that left him with an eight-week timetable for return, and has been optimistic all along that he would pitch again this season. Now, it's starting to seem like a realistic possibility, as the team has tentatively laid the framework for the southpaw to work his way back. First, Wood will need to throw two bullpen sessions, followed by two sessions with live hitters. If all goes well, he would then return to the Dodger bullpen. A rehab outing likely won't be an option by the time he's ready, as the minor league season will presumably be over at that point.
Aug 23 2016Wood (elbow) remains confident he will pitch before the end of the regular season, David Vassegh of 570 AM Los Angeles reports.The left-hander was cleared to resume throwing on flat ground Monday, just a little over a month after undergoing an elbow debridement procedure. He still has a long way to go in his recovery, but it sounds like the Dodgers will try to expedite Wood's return by preparing him for a bullpen role rather than a return to the starting rotation.
Jul 31 2016Wood (elbow) is expected to return in September and will be used as a reliever upon his arrival, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.While the timeframe for Wood's return isn't a surprise, the way the Dodgers plan to use him is rather unexpected. Wood had drastically improved as a starter and posted a 2.31 ERA and 1.07 WHIP over his last four games before going down with an elbow injury on May 30. However, the Dodgers could very well be planning to use him as a reliever before easing him back into his starting role to avoid any further injury.
Jul 20 2016Wood (elbow) will undergo an elbow debridement Wednesday and is expected to miss eight weeks, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.The eight week recovery period would mean that Wood should be available to pitch in approximately mid-September barring any set backs. Assuming the Dodgers stay in the hunt for a playoff birth, it is possible that Wood rejoins the rotation for the end of the season. The 25-year-old had an average season through 10 starts, posting a 3.99 ERA while flashing signs of electric stuff as seen by his 9.91 K/9. His status should be updated as his recovery progresses and more information regarding whether he will pitch again this season could be released in the near future.
Jul 16 2016Wood threw two simulated innings Saturday, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Wood is slowly rebuilding his strength following a month-long shutdown period, progressing from long toss to mound work and now to live sessions. He appears to be inching close a minor league rehab assignment, but Wood's eventual stint in the minors figures to be a lengthy one given the extent of the layoff.
Jul 15 2016Wood (elbow) will throw to hitters during a simulated session on Saturday, reports Dodger Insider.Wood isn't eligible to return until July 31. He seems to be tracking towards an early-to-mid August return, but we'll just have to wait and see.
Jul 4 2016Wood (elbow) has begun throwing off a mound, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Left elbow soreness has kept Wood sidelined since May 31. He's about two weeks behind schedule, but he remains on pace to return in early August. Wood, who owns a 3.99 ERA in 10 starts this season, isn't eligible to return from the 60-day disabled list until July 31.
Jun 29 2016Wood (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list Wednesday.Wood's timetable does not have a major impact on his estimated return date with his move to the 60-day disabled list, but the move was necessary in order to add Brock Stewart to the 40-man roster. Wood has been on the DL since May 31 due to left posterior elbow soreness, but he's been making strides in his recovery and is close to starting a throwing program. Still, now that Wood is on the 60-day DL, he'll be out through the end of July rather than mid-July, which was the initial estimated return.
Jun 16 2016Wood (elbow) will begin a throwing program next week, JP Hoonstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Wood was initially expected to be shut down for four weeks after landing on the 15-day disabled list at the end of May with a posterior impingement in his throwing elbow, but the 25-year-old lefty may be slightly ahead of schedule. According to Hoonstra, Wood had fluid drained from his elbow and received a cortisone shot, which has significantly reduced the inflammation in his elbow. The Dodgers' throwing program for Wood will last a maximum of three weeks, and the hope is that he'll be ready to return to game action by mid-July.
Jun 1 2016Wood has been diagnosed with a posterior impingement in his throwing elbow and will be shut down for four weeks, the Los Angeles Daily News reports.An MRI taken on Wood's injured elbow did not reveal any sort of ligament damage, but with him not even throwing for a month, he is still facing a lengthy absence and could be out at least until the All-Star break. After Wood is reevaluated around the beginning of July, the Dodgers will determine the next step in his recovery.
May 31 2016Wood will have an MRI on his left elbow, the Southern California News Group's J.P. Hoornstra reports.He landed on the 15-day DL Tuesday with left posterior elbow soreness, and the fact that he is headed for an MRI suggests there could be structural damage. The results will therefore be pretty important regarding when Wood will be able to return to the mound. In the meantime, Julio Urias was recalled to slot into the rotation for the time being.
May 31 2016Wood was placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday with left posterior elbow soreness.As expected, Wood landed on the DL after reporting soreness following Monday's outing, with top prospect Julio Urias recalled in a corresponding move. The Dodgers do not think there is anything structurally wrong with Wood's elbow, but the lefty is without a timetable to return to action.
May 31 2016The Dodgers do not believe there is anything structurally wrong with Wood's elbow, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Wood is headed to the DL, but the team seems confident this isn't something that could sideline the lefty long term. Julio Urias will return to round out the Dodgers' rotation, although it's uncertain if he'll start Saturday in place of Wood or Thursday in place of Kenta Maeda (hand).
May 31 2016Wood reported Tuesday that he's still battling soreness in his triceps, Andy McCullough of the LA Times reports.Wood was initially scheduled to pitch last Friday but ultimately had the start pushed to Monday due to soreness in his triceps. The team deemed the issue minor, but the fact that it's still persisting following Monday's outing is reason for some concern. As a result, manager Dave Roberts indicated that he's unsure whether or not Wood will be able to make his next scheduled start Saturday against Atlanta. More information figures to be available in the coming days, but for now consider Wood day-to-day.
May 31 2016Wood is headed to the 15-day DL with elbow soreness, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.After Monday's outing, Wood reported some lingering triceps soreness, but the team is now labeling it an elbow issue. Top prospect Julio Urias is reportedly coming up to replace Wood, although it's not entirely clear if Urias will slot in Saturday. Urias could start Thursday on normal rest in place of Kenta Maeda (hand) if the Dodgers decide Maeda could use a couple extra days.
May 30 2016Wood (1-4) took the loss on Monday, allowing two runs in five innings against the Cubs. He allowed seven hits and walked three while striking out seven.Wood was able to make the start after being pushed back from Friday due to triceps soreness. The lefty closes out what was a successful month of May, allowing two runs or fewer in four of his five starts. Wood will carry a 3.99 ERA and 1.31 WHIP into his start Saturday against Atlanta.
May 30 2016Wood (triceps) has been confirmed as the starting pitcher for Monday's game against the Cubs, according to Andy McCullough of the LA Times.Wood was pushed back from Friday to Monday after feeling soreness in his triceps, but it turns out a couple days to rest and recover was all he needed to get back on the mound. Cubs hitters in Monday's lineup have not seen much of Wood in their careers, as Anthony Rizzo is the only player listed among the starters to tally more than three at-bats against him.
May 28 2016Wood (triceps) will start Monday against Chicago, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood threw an abbreviated bullpen session Saturday and emerged without any discomfort in his triceps. After being scratched from his last scheduled start Friday, Wood said he's "fine" to take the hill Monday night when the Dodgers begin a four-game set with the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
May 26 2016The Dodgers believe Wood (triceps) will be ready to start Monday's game against the Cubs, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.Wood was scratched from his next scheduled due to some soreness in his right triceps, which prompted to call up top prospect Julio Urias to get the start in his place. The belief is that the added time off for Wood will be enough for him to get back on the hill for Monday's tilt at Wrigley Field.
May 26 2016Wood has been scratched from his scheduled start Friday due to soreness in his triceps, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.The Dodgers may just be exercising caution here, as Wood's next start will simply be pushed back a few days to Monday. Starting in Wood's place Friday will be 19-year-old Julio Urias, widely considered one of the best pitching prospects in all of baseball. It will be the major league debut for Urias, who's been dominant in 41.0 innings at Triple-A this season, posting a 1.10 ERA and .780 WHIP.
May 22 2016Wood earned a no-decision Saturday versus the Padres, allowing just two runs with 13 strikeouts compared to just one walk in six strong innings.The lefty turned in his third consecutive quality start, but he was matched by San Diego starter Cesar Vargas as the game went to extra innings. Wood has really turned things around after a tough start to the season, and he sports a 1.96 ERA and a stellar 13.26 K/9 in his last three outings. He will look to keep it rolling Friday at the Mets.
May 15 2016Wood was handed a no decision Sunday versus the Cardinals, allowing just one earned run while striking out five and walking one.The lefty was sharp again Sunday, holding the potent Cards offense to just four total baserunners, but another implosion by the Dodgers' bullpen cost him any chance he had to earn a victory. The quality start lowered his ERA to 4.17 as he continues to rebound from a poor start to the season, and he will have the opportunity to continue his recent success Friday versus the Padres.
May 11 2016Wood didn't factor into the decision in Monday's 3-2 victory over the Mets despite recording nine strikeouts and surrendering just four hits, two runs (one earned) and two walks over 6.1 innings.Wood induced 14 swinging strikes and recorded first-pitch strikes on 18 of the 24 hitters he faced. It was another up in Wood's rollercoaster season, which has seen him allow only a single earned run on three occasions, and a combined 17 earned runs in his four other trips to the mound. Tuesday's outing was particularly encouraging considering the 25-year-old had seen the ball leave the park three times in just five innings against the Rays last Wednesday. The no-decision was the third of Wood's campaign, leaving his record at a mediocre 1-3 despite the strong performance. He did see his ERA drop to 4.58, and he's now recorded nine strikeouts in two of his last three starts.
May 4 2016Wood (1-3) struck out seven without a walk over five innings against the Rays on Wednesday, but gave up six hits and five runs (four earned).Almost all the damage came on a trio of Tampa Bay homers, including a three-run blast by Steve Pearce in the sixth that turned what was shaping up as a solid stat line into just another ugly one. The 25-year-old lefty has had no shortage of those in the early going this year, having allowed five-plus runs in four of his six starts. On the bright side, Wood usually isn't so prone to the long ball -- he gave up just 15 in 189.1 innings last season. However, his strikeouts have come inconsistently and his walks have generally been too frequent; he'll need to improve on that front to bring his 5.18 ERA down to the realm of respectability.
Apr 24 2016Wood was knocked around in Sunday's start at the Rockies, allowing five runs on six hits and three walks in five innings. He struck out five and did not factor into the decision.The lefty entered the game with a 5.06 ERA, and the hitter-friendly confines of Coors Field did not help him turn things around. Wood set a season-high in strikeouts Sunday, but his K/9 still sits at just 5.1 this season; well off his career average of 7.8. Wood seemingly still has some things to figure out, and he will look to get it going Friday versus San Diego.
Apr 19 2016Wood allowed six runs (three earned) on seven hits and three walks over four innings in Tuesday's loss to the Dodgers. He struck out one.Wood was shaky to begin with, Wood has now walked more batters (eight) than he has struck out (seven) in his 16 innings thus far this season, leading to his brutal 5.06 ERA. Wood needs to get things together quickly, because the Dodgers have Hyun-Jin Ryu returning from a shoulder injury in May, and Wood's rotation spot could be the one in jeopardy.
Apr 14 2016Wood (1-1) turned in seven snappy innings against the Diamondbacks on Wednesday, allowing just a single run on five hits and three walks while striking out three in a 3-1 win.The lefty struggled in his first outing of the year, but was able to turn in seven efficient frames Wednesday despite again failing to miss many bats. That 6:5 K:BB doesn't look good, and it's curious that Wood has seen his strikeout numbers fall since joining the Dodgers last year, but he's got swing-and-miss stuff and should start showing it again in the near future. A start against his old Braves mates on Tuesday presents a promising opportunity to do just that.
Apr 7 2016Wood (0-1) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three over five innings in Thursday's loss to the Giants.Through four innings, things were going great -- the Dodgers had put up four runs of support for Wood and the lefty had scattered three hits. But the wheels came off in the fifth, as he gave up three runs, then put two men on in the top of the sixth before being removed for reliever Yimi Garcia, who turned Wood's mess into a four-run inning for San Francisco. After a very hittable spring training, Wood needs to settle things down in a hurry, as the Dodgers will eventually have the returning Hyun-Jin Ryu as well as prospects Julio Urias and Jose De Leon knocking on the door for rotation spots. He'll get his next chance against the tough Arizona offense on Wednesday.
Mar 18 2016Wood will be the team's No.4 starter to open the season, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Wood returned Thursday from a bout of forearm stiffness to allow a run in three solid innings against the Royals. He'll need to get off to a good start to solidify his spot once the Dodgers begin getting their injured starters back.
Mar 15 2016Wood (forearm) reported feeling fine after a bullpen session Monday and plans to make his next Cactus League start on Thursday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Forearm tightness is always a scary diagnosis, but it appears Wood should be fine.
Mar 13 2016Wood (forearm) is expected to make his return to the rotation this week, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.Wood had a significant scare when he was scratched with forearm tightness Saturday, but it appears that he will be fine. If he is indeed 100 percent, he'll continue on as a favorite to take the two rotation spots left by Brett Anderson (back) and Hyun-Jin Ryu (shoulder).
Mar 12 2016The Dodgers are optimistic about Wood's forearm tightness, and an MRI has not been scheduled, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.This is good news, but for a pitcher with an unusual delivery who has already had Tommy John surgery, Wood's forearm tightness is still something his fantasy owners need to monitor. For his part, Wood said the Dodgers are being "overly cautious" and that he expects to make his next start. Hopefully the southpaw is right, and he can take the ball next week. Until then he should be considered slightly more risky than other pitchers of his ilk.
Mar 12 2016Wood was scratched from Saturday's game with left forearm tightness, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.The last thing the Dodgers need is another starter to go down with a significant injury, but this news on Wood certainly sounds foreboding. Wood's owners and prospective owners will need to monitor this situation closely over the next couple days. Carlos Frias will start in his place Saturday, and could be one of the names the Dodgers consider if they have dig any deeper into the rapidly diminishing organizational depth at starting pitcher. Michael Bolsinger and Brandon Beachy were already competing to fill the spot vacated by Brett Anderson, and prospects Julio Urias, Jose De Leon and Zach Lee could also be in the mix if Wood is forced to miss additional time.
Mar 2 2016Wood appears to be the favorite to open the season as the Dodgers' fifth starter, the Los Angeles Times' Andy McCullough reports.It is an open competition while Hyun-Jin Ryu (shoulder) continues to rehab, but it is not surprising to hear that Wood is the best bet to win the job, given his experience. Ryu could be out until mid-to-late May, so by then Wood could have established himself as an indispensable part of the rotation, or another member of the rotation could be injured, so there's a chance he is able to stick in the rotation all season. That said, there is a little added risk in investing in Wood, given the Dodgers' rotation depth, which also includes Brandon McCarthy (expected back in late June) and prospects like Julio Urias and Jose De Leon.
Feb 24 2016Wood is competing for the fifth spot in the Dodgers' rotation this spring -- a position that is open while Hyun-Jin Ryu recovers from shoulder surgery, the Los Angeles Times reports.With the addition of Kenta Maeda and Scott Kazmir via free agency to help offset the loss of Zack Greinke, the Dodgers have more depth for their rotation. Assuming a full return to health from Ryu, Wood will have to impress this spring and early on this season in order to keep a starting job throughout 2016. A bone bruise in his foot suffered in his final start with the Braves contributed to his struggles last season. The injury caused a deterioration of his delivery, which he worked to fix during the offseason after the pain in his foot subsided in December. Mike Bolsinger and Brandon Beachy appear to be the greatest threats to Wood's chances of beginning the year with an opportunity to start.
Oct 2 2015Wood (12-12) was sharp on Friday, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk across seven innings while striking out four in a win over the Padres.After an eight-run dud in his last start, Wood bounced back nicely here. Aside from two bad outings at Colorado and at Arizona, Wood has been great with the Dodgers, as he has not allowed more than four runs in any start besides those two stinkers. Those are two terrible ballparks to pitch in and he wont have to pitch anywhere like that in the postseason, luckily. Expect him to be a great option in drafts next season in a much better situation with the Dodgers.
Sep 23 2015Wood went 6.1 innings in a loss to the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, allowing two runs on three hits. He struck out six and did not issue a walk.It was another quality start for Wood, his second straight and fourth in his last five outings, but he received zero run support and was ultimately stuck with his 11th loss of the season. He's making a strong case for a spot on the postseason roster with his performance over the past month or so, but Brett Anderson likely still has a leg up for the No. 3 spot in the postseason rotation.
Sep 17 2015Wood (11-10) was brilliant on Wednesday, as he allowed just one hit and no walks across eight innings while striking out five in a 2-0 win over the Rockies.The Rockies were clearly tired after their 16-run marathon on Tuesday and Wood took advantage big time. Wood did his club a big favor by going so deep after the bullpen had to use so many arms the night before. It was a surprise that he didn't complete the game, as he had just 78 pitched through his eight innings. In any case, it's his best start of the season and a great sign going forward. The lefty is lined up for two starts next week starting with the Diamondbacks on Monday.
Sep 13 2015Wood's next start will come on Wednesday at home against the Rockies, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.He'll look to rebound from a rough last outing against a couple hot hitters in Nolan Arenado and Carlos Gonzalez.
Sep 11 2015Wood (10-10) was shelled on Friday as he allowed eight runs (six earned) on eight hits and a walk in a 12-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.Wood allowed five of the runs on homers and two on an error, so it was just one of those nightmare outings for the left-hander. The disappointing part about this outing is that it seemed as though Wood was finding his rhythm with the Dodgers, as he allowed just three runs over his three previous starts. Arizona is a tough park to pitch in and he should do better in his next start at home against the Rockies on Wednesday.
Sep 5 2015Wood (10-9) was fantastic on Saturday, striking out four Padres over seven shutout innings while allowing just three hits and four walks in a 2-0 win.Wood had allowed at least three runs in his first four starts with the Dodgers, but has not allowed more than two in his last three outings. The most effective part of his game is that Wood has only allowed more than five hits twice in his seven starts with the Dodgers. The strikeouts are a bit down, but he should be a good source for peripherals and wins for the remainder of the season. Wood will take on the Diamondbacks in his next start on Friday.
Aug 25 2015Wood (9-8) gave up one run on four hits and three walks while striking out four in 5.2 innings Tuesday against the Reds.He took a shutout into the sixth inning and got enough help from his offense and bullpen to walk away with the win. The Dodgers have pulled Wood before he has reached 100 pitches in each of his last four starts, but he has fortunately received the win in two of those outings. When rosters expand in September the team could be even more conservative with how many times they allow Wood to go through opposing lineups. He will make his next start Sunday at home against the Cubs.
Aug 19 2015Wood gave up three runs on five hits over 5.2 innings in a losing effort against Oakland on Wednesday afternoon.He fell one out shy of recording a quality start, giving way to Chris Hatcher before the end of the sixth inning. Through four starts with the Dodgers, Wood has allowed at least three runs each time out while carrying a 17:11 K:BB over 23.1 innings. He's lined up to face the Reds on the road in his next scheduled start Tuesday.
Aug 18 2015Wood will start Wednesday against the A's, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.Mat Latos has been sent to the bullpen temporarily with several team off days in the near future, and Wood will move up to start in his place. Wood will be on normal rest, having last pitched Friday, tossing 6.1 innings of three-run ball to earn his first win as a member of the Dodgers.
Aug 14 2015Wood (8-7) gave up three runs on five hits and three walks over 6.1 innings in a 5-3 win over the Reds on Friday. He struck out only three.Wood allowed an RBI double and a two-run homer to Joey Votto, but aside from that, he shut down the Reds lineup. He really struggled with his stuff tonight as he drew only five swinging strikes en route to three strikeouts. With only 82 pitches, they pulled the plug a bit early and it's tough to see why. He has now allowed at least three runs in all three starts for the Dodgers, so he'll look to pitch better in his next start against Houston on Friday.
Aug 9 2015Wood was charged with three runs on five hits in five innings in Sunday's no-decision against the Pirates.Wood was removed after tossing 91 pitches. His ERA sits at 3.72 for the year. Expect Wood to be a solid back-end of the rotation type guy the rest of the way.
Aug 5 2015Wood allowed four earned runs on eight hits, walking two and striking out eight across 6.1 innings pitched in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to Philadelphia.This was his first start in a Dodgers' uniform and it wasn't quite what he had hope for. Wood did strikeout eight batters, but he got banged around pretty good as well. The loss moves him to 7-7 on the year with a 3.65 ERA. He's certainly pitching for a better team now so he should have a good opportunity to win some games moving forward.
Jul 30 2015Wood has been traded to the Dodgers as part of a three-team trade, Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports reports.Wood will join Mat Latos, Michael Morse, Bronson Arroyo, Luis Avilan, Jim Johnson, and Jose Peraza in what is a massive haul for the Dodgers. With the front of the Dodgers' rotation already set, Wood figures to be a middle of the rotation piece for the playoff push. Wood posted a 3.54 ERA with 90 strikeouts and 36 walks over 119.1 innings with the Braves this season.
Jul 30 2015Wood could be headed to the Dodgers as part of a three-team deal with the Marlins, MLB.com reports.The rumored nine-player trade would send Wood, Jim Johnson, Luis Avilan and prospect Jose Peraza to Los Angeles, with Atlanta netting Hector Olivera, Paco Rodriguez, Zach Bird and a draft pick in return. In Wood, the Dodgers would get a very good, controllable arm -- he's not arb eligible until 2017 -- one which would likely go a long way toward acquiring an ace like David Price should the team explore that route.
Jul 28 2015Wood struck out seven and walked two while holding the Orioles to three hits over 7.1 scoreless innings Monday night.He did not factor in the decision, however, as Kevin Gausman also pitched very well Monday. Wood has been inconsistent for the Braves this season, but he's averaged just below six innings per start over 20 trips to the mound -- and that number goes above six if his two-pitch start in Colorado in July (due to a rain delay) is removed. Wood will match up against the Phillies on the road Saturday in his next scheduled start.
Jul 10 2015Wood will start Sunday's game in Colorado, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.An extended rain delay limited Wood to just two pitches Thursday night, so the Braves will squeeze him in one more time before the All-Star break. Manny Banuelos, who is no longer scheduled for Sunday's start, will be available out of the bullpen this weekend.
Jul 9 2015Wood will not return to the mound Thursday against Colorado.Jacob Brigham is expected take over on the hill for Atlanta when play resumes following a two-plus hour rain delay. It's a frustrating way to end the first half for Wood (assuming he doesn't start this weekend), as he threw all of two pitches before play was suspended in the bottom of the first.
Jun 23 2015Wood took the tough-luck loss Tuesday, holding the Nationals to three runs over seven innings.Wood allowed a season-high 10 hits and struck out only two, but was able to limit the damage to just the three runs. The 24 year old has had a solid year for the Braves, posting a 3.44 ERA for the season. He'll take the mound this weekend against the Pirates.
Jun 17 2015Wood pitched well Wednesday against Boston, striking out seven while allowing two runs (one earned) on five his over six innings, but didn't factor into the decision.After uncharacteristically walking four batters against the Mets over the weekend, Wood bounced back with an outing that's closer to what fantasy owners expected from him. The seven punchouts are particularly nice to see, as his strikeout rate has lagged noticeably this year. He'll draw the Nationals on Tuesday.
Jun 12 2015Wood allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits, walking four and striking out six over 6.1 innings of a 5-3 loss to the Mets on Friday night.Wood (4-4, 3.56 ERA) continues to struggle a bit with his control, needing 107 pitches (just 68 for strikes) to get the 6.1 innings. When he is locating his pitches he can be very effective, but too many baserunners and too many pitches often lead to damage and early exits.
Jun 7 2015Wood was ejected following the fifth inning of Sunday's game, Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan reports.Wood was apparently not happy with the home plate umpire as he left the field, leading to his ejection between frames. He finished the day allowing three earned runs on seven hits and a walk, adding five strikeouts through five frames. His next scheduled outing comes Friday against the Mets assuming nothing changes in the rotation.
Jun 1 2015Wood struck out four and did not walk a batter while tossing eight innings of one-run ball Monday against Arizona.In his last three starts, Wood has gone at least seven innings each time out, holding the opposition to three earned runs during that span. He's still not missing bats consistently at the same high clip as the previous two seasons, but Wood seems to have ironed out the control woes that plagued him in April and he's been generally reliable in terms of getting outs on the ground, even though that was not the case Monday with 15 of his 19 contact outs coming via flyballs. He'll face the Pirates on Sunday is his next scheduled start.
May 28 2015Wood tossed seven innings of one-run ball in a win over the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing seven hits and two walks while striking out six.All seven hits against Wood were singles, three of the infield variety, and his 8.7 percent swinging-strike rate was his highest in any start this year. The left-hander's strikeout rate is still well below where it was last season, but Wood is getting more groundballs (52.7%) than he did in his first two years in the majors and has now earned wins in back-to-back starts.
May 27 2015Wood (illness) has been confirmed as Wednesday's starter against Los Angeles.The Braves were forced to scratch Wood from his last scheduled start, but he was just dealing with a stomach virus and there never seemed to be any doubt about his availability for Wednesday. Wood has disappointed to this point, with his strikeout rate down close to 10 percent, but his 3.35 FIP is just 10 points higher than it was last year.
May 22 2015Wood has a stomach virus and will not start Friday's game against the Brewers.Eric Stults will instead get the ball on short notice, making the Brewers hitters a bit more intriguing in daily leagues. Make sure that Wood is not being used in daily lineups Friday, and fortunately there are plenty of other quality pitchers to choose from, although Stults probably does not qualify as one of them. Consider Wood questionable for his scheduled start next week.
May 11 2015Wood pitched 6.2 innings in Sunday's loss to the Nationals but did not factor into the decision. He allowed three earned runs, eight hits, and posted a 7:1 K:BB ratio in the game.Wood helped his cause in Sunday's game by going 3-for-3 at the plate, but his effort was not enough, and he is still seeking his first win since Apr. 7. He will take on the Marlins in his next start -- the lone team he has beaten this season.
May 5 2015Wood struck out four and walked two while allowing three runs on nine hits over 4.1 innings in a loss to the Phillies on Monday night.Through six starts, Wood has been one of the biggest disappointments this season as his strikeout rate has tumbled from 24.5% (8.9 K/9) last season to 16.4% (6.5 K/9) in 2015. He's also struggled with walks at times, issuing free passes at an 8.9% clip (3.5 BB/9). On a positive note, he's still getting a ton of ground balls, (career-high 50.0% GB%). Still, until he shows signs of missing bats more consistently (4.8% swinging-strike rate), Wood is going to have a difficult time matching last season's peripherals.
Apr 29 2015Wood allowed five runs on six hits and a walk, striking out eight in five innings Wednesday against the Nationals.The southpaw had gone 15 straight starts prior to Wednesday without allowing more than three earned runs. He also had a 2.18 ERA over that span dating back to July 30 of last year. Wood will look to bounce back in his next start Monday against Philadelphia.
Apr 18 2015Wood turned in a quality start on Saturday, allowing three runs on nine hits and two walks over 6.2 innings against the Jays. He failed to strike out a batter.He has yet to pitch past the seventh inning in three starts this season, and Wood's 3.93 ERA and 11:8 K:BB ratio in 18.1 innings are a far cry from last year's performance. He'll look to kick things into gear in his next start on the road against the Phillies.
Apr 7 2015Wood gave up two earned runs on four hits and three walks with four strikeouts in five innings Tuesday against the Marlins.Wood was not very efficient, and that line should not be good enough to get him a win most nights, but he had a seven-run cushion before he even took the mound so all he had to do was be average and he would get out of Miami with a win, which is what he did. He will make his home debut Sunday against the Mets.
Mar 28 2015Wood is scheduled to start the Braves' second game of the season, April 7 against Miami, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.As expected, Wood will slot into the Opening Day rotation behind Julio Teheran, with Shelby Miller likely to follow for the final game of the season-opening series. Wood gave up three runs on seven hits and a walk, with two strikeouts over six innings, in a Grapefruit League start against the Blue Jays on Saturday, giving him a 4.30 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 8:5 K:BB for the spring (14.2 innings). He will make one shorter spring start before the regular season begins.
Sep 27 2014Wood will not make his scheduled start Sunday due to a mild forearm strain, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Wood's injury does not sound serious, but the Braves will not take any chances with their talented young southpaw. Wood will end the season with a 2.78 ERA in 35 games, including 24 starts with the big club. The Braves have not announced who will make the start Sunday in his place.
Sep 23 2014Wood gave up three runs (two earned) on seven hits and two walks with six strikeouts in 6.2 innings Tuesday against the Pirates.He was slightly out-pitched by Gerrit Cole and took his 11th loss of the season. Wood could be slightly under the radar on draft day in 2015, relative to how good he was this season. He has a 2.78 ERA (3.21 FIP) and 170 strikeouts in 171.2 innings. Wood currently has a streak of 11-straight quality starts, and over that stretch he has allowed three earned runs just once. He'll take the ball for the Braves' final game of the season Sunday in Philadelphia.
Sep 12 2014Wood had it all together Friday night, allowing just one run on four hits, walking two and striking out nine over seven innings, but was left with a no-decision in the Braves' loss to Texas.Wood has been masterful having allowed more than two runs just once in his last nine starts dating back to the end of July, but he has just three wins over that stretch as the Braves continually fail to provide him with much run support. He'll hope for a little offense in his next start at home against the division-leading Nationals.
Sep 7 2014Wood allowed two runs and six hits in seven innings while striking out five and walking two in a no-decision against the Marlins on Saturday.Wood's scoreless streak of 14 innings was snapped when Jeff Baker hit an RBI single in the fourth. Over his past six starts, Wood has had an ERA of 1.94 and a 40:10 K:BB ratio. He'll take the mound again Friday at Texas.
Aug 31 2014Wood turned in a brilliant performance in Sunday's victory over the Marlins, allowing just five hits while racking up 12 strikeouts across eight scoreless frames.Wood wrapped up a month of phenomenal work on the mound with possibly the best performance of his young career. Over six starts in August, the 23-year-old southpaw put together an outstanding 1.96 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 8.7 K/9 across 41.1 innings. Wood is scheduled to face the Marlins once again next weekend.
Aug 26 2014Wood (9-10) took the loss Tuesday against the Mets, giving up three runs over seven innings while striking out six batters.Illustrating just how excellent Wood has been of late, the three earned runs were the most he's allowed since July 25, spanning five starts. He probably deserved a better fate Tuesday, but the two-run homer he served up to Juan Lagares proved to be the difference. Wood's rise to prominence in the face of Mike Minor's struggles has been a major reason the Braves have managed to stay on the periphery of the Wild Card race.
Aug 20 2014Wood struck out four and walked one while giving up two runs on four hits over seven innings against the Pirates on Wednesday.He did not factor in the decision, but the lefty continues to show that he was more than ready to become a regular in the Atlanta rotation this season. He'll face the Mets at Citi Field on Tuesday his next time out, before an August 31 turn against the Marlins.
Aug 15 2014Wood worked six solid innings, allowing two earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out one in Friday's 7-2 win over the A's.In his follow-up to last Sunday's 12-strikeout performance, Wood only needed a single punchout to defeat the A's on Friday night. The young lefty continues to be a strong force in the Braves' rotation, as he has now surrendered just five earned runs over 26.1 innings during his last four outings. Wood is slated to be back atop the mound Wednesday in Pittsburgh.
Aug 11 2014Wood turned in 7.1 dominant innings Sunday night versus the Nationals, surrendering just one run on five hits and three walks while racking up 12 strikeouts en route to his eighth victory of the season.In one of the best performances of his young career, Wood stepped up big for the Braves on Sunday night. The MLB sophomore amassed a career-high in strikeouts, as he finished off his brilliant 7.1 frames by punching out Nationals' first baseman Adam LaRoche for the fourth time in the contest. Wood has been a regular part of the Braves' rotation dating back to June 25th and has been outstanding over nine starts since stepping into the role on what is likely a permanent basis. During this stretch, the 23-year-old southpaw has posted an impressive 2.70 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 8.9 K/9 across 56.2 innings. Wood will look to stay the course as he gears up for a showdown with the A's on Friday.
Jul 25 2014Wood allowed five runs (four earned) on 12 hits, walking one and striking out four over five innings of a 5-2 loss to the Padres on Friday night.It was a frustrating evening for Wood (7-8, 3.44 ERA) as he allowed a career-high 12 hits - 11 of them singles - as the Padres played small-ball to build a five-run lead before he departed. He'll attempt to get back on course in his next start against the Dodgers in Chavez Ravine.
Jul 20 2014Wood was dominant across six innings versus the Phillies on Sunday afternoon, allowing just one run on three hits while racking up eight strikeouts en route to his seventh victory of the season.Wood was not at top form nine days ago in his final effort leading into the All-Star break, but clearly got the second half started off on a high note. The young lefty re-entered the Braves' rotation back on June 25 and has since produced mostly strong results over five starts. During this span, Wood is now 2-1 with an impressive 2.87 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 7.8 K/9. He is scheduled to be back atop the mound Friday versus the Padres.
Jul 11 2014Wood struggled through 5.1 innings Friday, allowing five hits and three walks in the outing while striking out six.The outing snaps Wood's string of three straight quality starts. He threw first pitch strikes on 15 of the 25 batters he faced, but still had trouble getting out of jams. He received a no decision after the Braves tied it up in the top of the ninth, but the bullpen gave up a walk off in the bottom of the inning. Wood's next start will come after the All-Star break.
Jul 6 2014Wood worked seven solid innings, giving up two earned runs on just three hits with three walks and two strikeouts in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Diamondbacks.Though the Braves' offense squandered this strong outing, the end result of the game should take nothing away from yet another impressive effort for Wood. Over three starts since rejoining the rotation back on June 25, the young lefty has put together a 2.25 ERA and 0.85 WHIP across 20 innings.
Jun 30 2014Wood took a no-decision Monday night, holding the Mets to three runs in six innings of work.Wood has had success since rejoining the rotation on June 25. Through 13 innings since returning to the rotation, Wood has allowed just 10 base runners while striking out 11. He'll face the Diamondbacks in his next start.
Jun 20 2014Wood will start Wednesday against the Astros, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.The expectation was that the lefty would make at least one more start for Triple-A Gwinnett before rejoining the major league rotation, but Gavin Floyd's elbow injury forced the team to change plans. Wood will indeed return to take on Houston on Wednesday, and if he performs anywhere near the level he was at when in starting role earlier this season, he'll remain in the rotation the rest of the way.
Jun 19 2014With Gavin Floyd headed to the disabled list due to a fractured olecranon, Wood may soon be called up to join the Atlanta rotation.Wood was already a good bet to rejoin the rotation soon, and Floyd's injury may speed things up. Wednesday's game in Houston will likely mark Wood's return to the big-league rotation, as Floyd was previously scheduled to pitch that contest.
Jun 19 2014Wood will make at least one more start for Triple-A Gwinnett, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.The left-hander has tossed a total of 8.2 innings in his two starts for Gwinnett, and the Braves want to be sure he's completely stretched back out before reinserting him into the major league rotation. The team has a doubleheader scheduled for June 28 against the Phillies, and Bowman suggested Wood will likely return to start one of those games. Wood has been out of the Braves' rotation for close to six weeks now, so he presumably will not have any innings restrictions the rest of the way.
Jun 10 2014Wood will start Friday for Triple-A Gwinnett, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Wood was optioned Tuesday to make room for Jordan Walden (hamstring), but it's apparent that the team has a long-term plan in place for the talented lefty. He'll begin the process of getting stretched back out Friday, with three innings or 60 pitches with Gwinnett, and will likely get a another chance in the Braves' rotation once his pitch count is built up.
Jun 10 2014Wood was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday.Jordan Walden (hamstring) was activated from the 15-day DL, and Wood was bumped in the subsequent move. Wood struggled after his move to the bullpen, posting a 4.70 ERA in 11 appearances, and while the Braves haven't said what the plan for Wood is exactly, the lefty figures to get stretched back out in the minors and return to the major league rotation eventually.
May 22 2014Wood tossed a scoreless seventh inning Thursday to pick up the win over Milwaukee.Wood's fantasy value took a major hit when he moved to the bullpen, but he should be the first option to start when an injury occurs, or if either Aaron Harang or Gavin Floyd struggle for an extended period.
May 14 2014Wood not start Saturday against the Cardinals as initially anticipated and will instead remain in the bullpen, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.Manager Fredi Gonzalez apparently had second thoughts of employing a six-man starting rotation, and with Jordan Walden still on the disabled list, Wood should add some needed stability to the bullpen. Gonzalez acknowledged Wood would probably be back in the rotation at some point later in the season, but for now, his fantasy value could take a massive hit.
May 9 2014Wood will only be available in the bullpen through next Wednesday and is expected to start May 17 against the Cardinals, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Word came down Friday that Wood has been moved to the bullpen, but it sounds like he'll end up missing just one turn through the rotation this time around. It's a way for the Braves to manage his innings, as Wood threw 139.2 frames between the minors and majors last season and doesn't figure to be available for a typical starter's workload. The Braves could skip his starts several times throughout the year, but his role will hinge on how Aaron Harang and Gavin Floyd perform on the back end.
May 9 2014Wood has been moved to the bullpen, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.With Gavin Floyd back from the DL, the Braves have decided to move Wood to the bullpen, at least temporarily, and go with a traditional five-man rotation. The team had left this option on the table as a way to manage the 23-year-old's innings after he maxed out at 139.2 innings last season, but it still comes as a bit of a surprise given how well he's pitched thus far (3.00 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 8.8 K/9). Chances are, Wood will find his way back into the rotation before too long.
May 4 2014Wood lasted just five innings Sunday, giving up seven hits, two earned runs and a walk with seven strikeouts. He fell to 2-5 on the season.Wood bounced back from his miserable seven-run outing back on April 29 against the Marlins, but was unable to come away with the victory, as he was out-dueled by opposing pitcher Madison Bumgarner. He had been going strong in this game, but was removed due to his pitch count, as it took him 104 pitches to make it through five innings. Wood is clearly a better pitcher than his record shows, but the Braves have given him just seven runs of support over seven starts this season. He owns a 3.00 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and a 44:9 K:BB ratio, so if the Braves could just get their bats going for him, Wood could prove to be a quality fantasy asset, although innings-limit concerns may arise down the road.
Apr 30 2014Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez said Wednesday that Wood is not going to the bullpen right now, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.The Marlins knocked Wood around to the tune of seven runs on 10 hits Tuesday, but the 23-year-old has been outstanding otherwise, with just six runs allowed in his other five outings. Given that Wood maxed out at 139.2 innings last season, a transition to the bullpen seems possible at some point, but the Braves could find other ways to manage his innings, such as skipping starts here and there.
Apr 29 2014Wood had his worst outing of the season Tuesday, giving up seven runs on 10 hits and a walk in five innings, while striking out only two Marlins.Wood pitched to four batters in the sixth inning without recording an out before being replaced. His ERA went from 1.54 to 2.93 in this one, and he gave up more than two runs for the first time in six starts this season. This was Wood's second start in a row against the Marlins, but he had no problem shutting down the Nationals in back-to-back starts earlier this season, so that can't be assumed as the reason why he struggled. It will be too late to really sell high on Wood after this outing, but there's no reason he can't bounce back in his next outing.
Apr 22 2014Wood was marvelous Tuesday against the Braves, striking out a career-high 11 while giving up just one run on four hits over eight innings.Tragically, Wood actually took a loss, as he was up against Jose Fernandez, who also had a career night on the mound. Wood has now given up just one earned run in four of his five starts this season, and he surrendered two runs in the other outing. Unfortunately, Tuesday was not the first time he was a bad-luck loser, as he's actually just 2-3 despite a 1.54 ERA.
Apr 17 2014Wood (2-2) turned in another great outing Thursday, holding the Phillies to one run over eight innings, but was stuck with a 1-0 loss.He struck out seven, walked just one and allowed eight hits. The young lefty has been masterful in his first four starts this year, allowing a total of five runs while posting a tasty 24:7 K:BB over 27 innings.
Apr 12 2014Wood emerged victorious Saturday, tossing five innings of six-hit ball in a 6-3 win over the Nats.Wood was all over the place against Washington, striking out eight but allowing three walks in 103 pitches. He now boasts a 2-1 record with 17 K's in 19 innings of work this season and has balanced out the Braves' rotation nicely in the absence of Mike Minor (shoulder). The 23-year-old sophomore will aim for his third win next time out against the Phillies.
Apr 1 2014Wood was terrific Tuesday, giving up just one run on five hits and three walks, while striking out five to pick up the win against the Brewers.He gave up a leadoff home run to Carlos Gomez, but settled down after that. Wood was very efficient, needing just 93 pitches to get through seven innings, thanks in part to a couple double-play balls he induced.
Mar 18 2014Wood was impressive yet again on Monday, allowing no runs on just two hits with six strikeouts over five innings.With a slew of injuries to their pitching staff, Wood has definitely been one of the bright spots for the Braves in the preseason. The hard-throwing southpaw came onto the scene in Atlanta with impressive results last summer and is now slated to begin 2014 as a part of the rotation. If his 14 innings of work so far this spring, in which he has allowed no earned runs, are any indication at all, Wood could be on the cusp of a breakout campaign.
Mar 13 2014With injuries to Kris Medlen (elbow), Mike Minor (shoulder) and Brandon Beachy (biceps) this spring, Wood appears likely to open the year in the rotation.The Braves haven't made anything official, but Wood seems like a good bet to begin the year as a starter given the slew of injuries to the team's rotation. Coming into camp, Wood was unsure what his role would be. He'll almost surely be under some sort of innings limit this season, so starting him in the bullpen seemed like one way the team could have managed his innings. The 23-year-old lefty has been very good so far this spring, with zero earned runs and just one walk allowed with six strikeouts over nine innings (three starts).
Feb 14 2014The Braves haven't told Wood whether he is more likely to begin the season as a starter or a reliever, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Wood is preparing to open the year in the rotation, but knows the team's situation and that he shouldn't assume anything at this stage of his career. The Braves currently have just one lefty in the bullpen in Luis Avilan (Jonny Venters is out until late May/early June), and starting Wood out in the bullpen would be one way to manage his innings. Between the major and minor leagues last season, Wood tossed just 143 innings. If the team does go that route, Freddy Garcia would be the leading candidate for the No. 5 role.
Sep 23 2013Wood will likely pitch out of the bullpen over the rest of the season, MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports.Wood posted a respectable 3.57 ERA in 10 starts since the All-Star break, but the Braves feel they have enough reliable starters, and want to give themselves another left-handed option out of the playoffs during the postseason. Though Wood figures to pitch in relief the rest of the way, he has put himself in position to contend for a spot in next year's rotation during spring training.
Sep 18 2013Wood gave up two runs (none earned) on six hits over 4.2 innings Wednesday against Washington.He needed 88 pitches (54 strikes) to get through his abbreviated outing, and will try to get back on track in his next start against Milwaukee.
Sep 11 2013The Braves will skip Wood's scheduled start Thursday, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.There's no injury in play here, but the Braves will give Wood some extra rest, just as they did with their other young starter, Julio Teheran. Paul Maholm just came down with some elbow soreness, and the team really can't afford to lose another starter at this point. Freddy Garcia is now scheduled to oppose right-hander Nathan Eovaldi on Thursday.
Sep 1 2013Wood got shelled for seven earned runs on eight hits over 2.1 innings. He walked two and struck out two.Wood needed 67 pitches (46 strikes) to get through his abbreviated outing, and was simply off his game from the beginning. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, on the road in Philadelphia.
Aug 27 2013Wood (3-2) tossed 5.2 scoreless innings while allowing five hits and four walks with five strikeouts against the Indians on Tuesday.The four walks marked a career high and contributed to the less than lengthy start. But overall it was more of the same from Wood. He has allowed just three runs in 30 innings through five August starts -- good enough for a sterling 1.11 ERA over that stretch. He hasn't been pitching very deep into games, but other than that, he's been a godsend for fantasy owners at this crucial stretch in the season.
Aug 21 2013Wood was solid once again Wednesday, holding the Mets to one run on six hits and two walks over six innings, striking out four.Unfortunately, his counterpart, Jon Niese, was just as effective, throwing seven innings of one-run ball, leaving the game to be decided in extra innings. Although Wood owns a modest 2-2 record, it's through no fault of his own, as he's allowed one run or fewer in each of his last three starts, coming away with a no-decision on each occasion.
Aug 16 2013Wood allowed one run on five hits, he did not walk a batter, and struck out nine over 6.1 innings, but was left with a no-decision in the Braves 3-2 win over Washington in 10 innings Friday night.It was yet another very strong performance by the Braves young southpaw who now sports a very solid 2.61 ERA over 59-plus innings. With a comfortable lead in the NL East, Atlanta can take the opportunity to gauge his progress, and he is demonstrating his ability and making a statement that he should be considered for a full time rotation spot next year.
Aug 10 2013Wood struck out seven batters and held the Marlins scoreless on two hits and one walk over six innings Saturday.Wood and Nathan Eovaldi pitched to a draw in a game that the Marlins ended up winning 1-0 thanks to a ninth-inning wild pitch. Wood now has a 3.09 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 22:6 K:BB ratio in four starts (23.1 innings) since joining the Atlanta rotation. His next outing is scheduled for Friday against the Nationals.
Aug 4 2013Wood allowed just one earned run on two hits over six strong innings against Philadelphia on Sunday as he improved to 2-2.Wood has now won his last two starts, and has thrown a season high 99 pitches in each of them. He's been locked in on the hill and will bring a respectable 3.20 ERA into his next start against the light-hitting Marlins which could be a good team for him to pickup his third win of the season against.
Jul 30 2013Wood notched his first win of the season Tuesday, allowing three earned runs on six hits and a walk while striking out seven over seven innings against the Rockies.This was a marked improvement from Wood's debut last week, when he lasted just 4.1 innings against the Mets. With the injuries to Tim Hudson and Paul Maholm, Wood looks to stick in the rotation for the time being, and he's scheduled to start again Sunday in Philly. It's tempting, given the Braves history of developing young starting pitching, to scoop up Wood in deeper formats, but given his lack of a track record, there's still plenty of risk here.
Jul 25 2013Wood lasted just 4.1 innings Thursday against the Mets, surrendering four runs on eight hits and a couple walks while striking out five.Both of Wood's starts in the majors have come against the Mets, and neither has gone terribly well, as he's pitched a grand total of 7.1 innings in the two games. The 22-year-old lefty showed flashes of his great stuff at times, and he'll likely get some more chances to put it all together, considering the injuries to Tim Hudson and Paul Maholm. The 2012 second-round pick has been extraordinarily impressive in the minors, pitching to a 1.73 ERA with nearly a strikeout per inning (114 in 144.2) in 24 starts going back to last year.
Jul 24 2013Wood will be likely be capped at 90 pitches in Thursday's start against the Mets, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Wood is still in the process of getting stretched out after spending time earlier in the season in the Braves' bullpen, so manager Fredi Gonzalez will monitor the youngster's pitches carefully. He'll likely see at least one more turn in the rotation following Thursday's start with Paul Maholm still on the DL.
Jul 22 2013Wood will start Thursday against the Mets, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Paul Maholm's placement on the DL with a sprained wrist will allow the 22-year-old Wood to make his second career major-league start. Wood needed just one start in the minors to get stretched back out into a starter, and he'll now look to solidify his spot in the Braves' rotation with a couple of strong outings while Maholm's on the shelf.
Jul 21 2013Wood could be an option to start Thursday for Atlanta if Paul Maholm (wrist) is forced to miss a start, Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.The process of stretching Wood back out into a starter began Thursday with Triple-A Gwinnett (his first start there), with the left-hander tossing 71 pitches over five innings to pick up a win. Mark Bowman of MLB.com has been steadfast in saying that Wood is headed for the Braves' rotation in the near future, and while the team would likely prefer to have Wood make a another start or two in the minors to build up his pitch count, Maholm's injury could force their hand. Manager Fredi Gonzalez did say, however, that Maholm may not even miss a start, but it's something to keep an eye on.
Jul 18 2013Wood appears primed to join the Braves' starting rotation by the end of the month, MLB.com reports.The Braves sent Wood down last weekend to make room for a reserve outfielder, but also to get stretched back out into a starter. In 10 starts for Double-A Mississippi this season, the 22-year-old posted a 1.26 ERA and 9.0 K/9, and after a brief stint in Atlanta's bullpen, he now appears primed to take Kris Medlen's spot in the starting rotation. That will leave Luis Avilan as the lone left-hander in the bullpen, which puts the team in the market for a lefty relief arm.
Jul 13 2013Wood was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Saturday.The hamstring strain to Jason Heyward during Thursday's tilt was followed by injuries to both Upton brothers Friday. All three are out Saturday, so the Braves went ahead and added an outfielder in Jose Constanza, and Wood was chosen to get the bump. This is despite Wood owning a 1.59 ERA over his last nine appearances.
Jun 18 2013Wood was lifted after only three innings on Tuesday against the Mets in part due to a split on the callous of his index finger, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.Wood said he could have kept pitching with the ailment but manager Fredi Gonzalez decided the issue along with having already thrown 73 pitches was reason enough to hand it over to the bullpen. Wood was solid minus the pitch efficiency in the outing and could be a candidate to make another spot start in the Braves rotation if needed.
Jun 18 2013Wood took the loss against the Mets on Tuesday after throwing three innings and allowing one run on two hits and three walks. He also struck out five hitters.Wood threw 73 pitches before being lifted from the game and had tough luck facing a dealing Matt Harvey on the other side who held the Braves hitless deep into the game. Wood has been working out of the bullpen for the Braves so he likely was not as stretched out as he had been earlier in the season at Double-A. With Brandon Beachy's exact return to the majors uncertain at this point, it is not out of the question for Wood to see another start or two for the Braves but that has not yet been determined.
Jun 17 2013Wood will start the first game of Atlanta's doubleheader against the Mets on Tuesday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Wood will start in place of Brandon Beachy, who is still experiencing some discomfort while he rehabs from Tommy John surgery. Wood has six relief appearances for the Braves this season, but is excited about getting a chance to start. "[Starting] is a little more up my alley, something I've been doing forever," he said. "It's definitely exciting to have the opportunity. Hopefully I can go out there and capitalize and have a good day." Wood will face off with the Mets' young phenom Matt Harvey.
Jun 16 2013Wood is a top candidate to receive a spot start for Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Though the Braves haven't made an official decision on Tuesday's starters, Wood was spotted taking batting practice with the rest of the starting rotation Saturday afternoon. Wood was 4-2 with a 1.26 ERA as a starter at Double-A Mississippi and has worked effectively in relief since joining the big league squad, striking out nine batters in 7.2 innings and posting a 3.52 ERA.
May 30 2013Wood was called up by the Braves on Wednesday, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.A second-round pick in 2012, Wood has posted a tiny 1.26 ERA with a 57:15 K/9 over 57.0 innings at Double-A Mississippi this season. The Braves have been working with a short bullpen for a while now, but Wood will join the group Thursday in Atlanta and provide the club another lefty arm alongside Luis Avilan. A corresponding move has not yet been made.
May 30 2013Wood made his major-league debut Thursday, tossing a scoreless ninth inning in an 11-3 win over Toronto.Wood was just called up from Double-A Mississippi, where he was posting strong numbers as a starter. He could see late-inning work for the Braves, given their depleted bullpen.
May 30 2013Wood was called up by the Braves on Wednesday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.A second-round pick in 2012, Wood has posted a tiny 1.26 ERA with a 57:15 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 57.0 innings at Double-A Mississippi this season. The Braves have been working with a short bullpen for a while now, but Wood will join the group Thursday in Atlanta and provide the club another lefty arm alongside Luis Avilan. A corresponding move has not yet been made.
Mar 14 2013Wood was reassigned to minor-league camp Thursday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's David O'Brien reports.Wood tossed five shutout innings in spring training, but he also allowed five hits and three walks with only three strikeouts. He excelled in his first professional season last year, posting a 2.22 ERA and 52:14 K/BB in 52.2 innings for Single-A Rome, and will probably spend most, if not all of this season in the minors.