Sonny Gray
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Jun 28 2025Gray (8-2) picked up the win in Friday's 5-0 victory over the Guardians, allowing just one hit over nine scoreless innings. He struck out 11 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A Nolan Jones single in the fifth inning was the only thing standing between Gray and a perfect game, as he fired 66 of 89 pitches for strikes in the fifth shutout of his career, and his first since 2015. The veteran right-hander also set a new season high with the 11 strikeouts, and he's reached double digits three times in his last seven starts, a stretch in which he's delivered a 2.06 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 50:5 K:BB over 43.2 innings. Gray will look to keep dealing in his next outing, which lines up to come on the road next week in Pittsburgh.
Jun 22 2025Gray did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing one run on five hits and two walks over five innings against Cincinnati. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander worked around traffic Saturday, limiting the damage to a single run on a Gavin Lux double play in the third inning. While Gray wasn't dominant, he showed marked improvement from his previous outing June 12, when he was tagged for six runs on eight hits and a walk over 4.1 innings against the Brewers. Overall, the veteran has put together a solid 2025 campaign, logging a 3.72 ERA and 1.19 WHIP across 84.2 innings through 15 starts.
Jun 19 2025Gray won't pitch in Thursday's doubleheader against the White Sox and instead lines up to start this weekend versus the Reds, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was presumed to start in the twin bill after his scheduled start Wednesday in Chicago was rained out, but St. Louis will instead turn to Erick Fedde and Michael McGreevy for the doubleheader. Gray surrendered six runs over 4.1 innings against the Brewers in his last start, but he had a 1.07 ERA and 30:2 K:BB in 25.1 innings across his four prior outings.
Jun 18 2025Gray and the Cardinals will not play against the White Sox on Wednesday after the game was postponed due to inclement weather in Chicago, Jack Ankony of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Thursday, with Gray poised to take the mound for one of those contests. The veteran right-hander recorded four consecutive quality starts before yielding six runs across 4.1 innings in a loss to the Brewers his last time out.
Jun 12 2025Gray (7-2) took the loss Thursday against the Brewers after giving up six runs on eight hits and one walk in 4.1 innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed his second-most runs of the season in what was tied for his second-shortest outing of the year. The veteran right-hander did at least exhibit his usual control, walking one or fewer in his seventh straight start, but he fanned fewer than five for the first time in his past five outings. Gray is still in possession of a healthy 3.84 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 85:15 K:BB over 79.2 innings, and he'll have a prime opportunity to right the ship against the lowly White Sox in his next scheduled appearance.
Jun 6 2025Gray (7-1) earned the win against the Dodgers on Friday, allowing eight hits while striking out five across 6.1 scoreless frames. He did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray yielded at least two baserunners in three of the seven innings he pitched, but he maneuvered out of those frames without allowing a run. He generated 16 whiffs and 19 first-pitch strikes on 90 pitches (63 strikes) while inducing seven grounders. Gray has not given up a run over his last two starts and sports a 3.35 ERA and 1.13 WHIP across 75.1 innings, and his 81 strikeouts ranks ninth in the National League. He's lined up to face the Brewers on the road next week.
May 31 2025Gray (6-1) earned the win Saturday, allowing four hits and one walk over seven scoreless innings against the Rangers. He struck out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was in the zone Saturday, matching his season highs in innings and strikeouts. The 35-year-old surrendered seven runs over 3.2 innings against the Phillies on May 14 but has since rebounded with three quality starts, posting a 1.42 ERA and 0.95 WHIP across 19 innings. On the season, the right-hander is sporting a 3.65 ERA and 1.12 WHIP through 69 innings.
May 25 2025Gray did not factor in the decision during Sunday's win over Arizona. He allowed three runs on nine hits over six innings while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray coughed up a pair of runs in the first inning but settled in for the most part after that. He kept the Diamondbacks in check until Pavin Smith drove in Eugenio Suarez in the sixth. Gray has produced quality starts in three of his last four outings and has six on the year. He now owns a 4.06 ERA with a 66:13 K:BB through 62 frames. Gray has not been taken deep in either of his last two outings after coughing up three long balls in Philadelphia on May 14. His next matchup is projected to be on the road against the Rangers.
May 19 2025Gray (5-1) earned the win over Detroit on Monday, striking out 10 batters while allowing three hits and one walk over six scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was dominant in the victory, racking up 13 whiffs and notching a season high in strikeouts. It was the third time this season that the right-hander has recorded a scoreless quality start, though Gray has also had some clunkers, surrendering four-plus earned runs three times -- including in his previous start, when he yielded seven runs over 3.2 frames against Philadelphia. Collectively, Gray has pitched to a 4.02 ERA and 1.13 WHIP with a 61:13 K:BB over 56 innings, making him an attractive option for fantasy purposes despite the hiccups along the way. He's lined up to face the Diamondbacks the next time he takes the mound.
May 14 2025Gray allowed seven runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out four over 3.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Phillies in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was bad in his shortest start of the season, but Aaron Nola was even worse, allowing nine runs over 3.2 innings. Both starters gave up three homers, and Gray was lifted after 77 pitches (53 strikes) in this start. He has posted four quality starts over his last six outings, but the two exceptions have been ugly. Overall, the 35-year-old has a 4.50 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 51:12 K:BB across 50 innings through nine starts this season. Gray will look to get back on track next week, though he is projected for a tough home matchup versus the Tigers.
May 13 2025Gray's next start will be pushed back after Tuesday's game in Philadelphia was postponed due to inclement weather, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two teams will play a doubleheader Wednesday. Gray will take the ball in second of those contests, with Erick Fedde starting the first game.
May 7 2025Gray (4-1) picked up the win Wednesday, scattering two hits and a walk over seven scoreless innings in a 5-0 victory. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his best performance of the season so far, Gray only allowed one baserunner to get into scoring position, and that came after a catcher's interference call put Andrew McCutchen on board after what would have been strike three in the fourth inning. Gray racked up 30 called or swinging strikes over 89 pitches (60 total strikes) in his fourth quality start of the year, and he'll take a 3.50 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 47:11 K:BB through 46.1 innings into his next outing, which is scheduled to come on the road early next week in Philadelphia.
May 3 2025Gray (3-1) took the loss Friday as the Cardinals fell 9-3 to the Mets, coughing up six runs (four earned) on nine hits and three walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A Willson Contreras error didn't help matters, but Gray was headed to one of his worst outings of the season even if the St. Louis defense had been airtight. The veteran righty has given up double-digit baserunners in back-to-back trips to the mound, and Pete Alonso's two-run shot in the fifth inning was the sixth homer Gray has served up this year in 39.1 innings. He'll carry a 4.12 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 39:10 K:BB into his next start, which is scheduled to come on the road next weekend against the Nationals.
Apr 20 2025Gray pitched six innings, giving up three runs on six hits and a walk while striking out six batters in Sunday's 7-4 loss to the Mets. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was bit by the home run bug in the bottom of the first inning, giving up a leadoff solo shot to Francisco Lindor. He then gave up another run in the third frame before the final run on his ledger scored on an RBI single by Pete Alonso in the bottom of the fifth. Gray has now produced back-to-back quality starts, combining to pitch 13 innings of three-run ball. On the season, the right-hander has compiled a 3.41 ERA and 0.86 WHIP with 29 strikeouts over 29 innings in five starts. Gray's next projected start is set to come Saturday at home against Milwaukee.
Apr 14 2025Gray (3-0) earned the win over Houston on Monday, allowing three hits and issuing one walk while striking out four batters over seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray experienced very little pressure in the outing, as only one Astros batter reached second base while he was in the game. The veteran right-hander was efficient in getting through his seven frames on just 92 pitches, as he mostly pitched to contact, registering a modest six whiffs. Gray is off to a 3-0 record to begin the campaign, and he's allowed two or fewer runs in three of his four outings so far. He'll look to keep rolling his next time out, which is lined up to be a tough road matchup against the Mets this weekend.
Apr 9 2025Gray (2-0) got the win Tuesday against the Pirates, allowing one run on three hits while striking out four over five innings. He did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray had three strikeouts over his first two frames and cruised along from there, mostly pitching to weak contact the rest of the way. His lone blemish was allowing a solo home run to Bryan Reynolds in the fourth, and Gray's day ended rather abruptly after 71 pitches. He's now allowed a home run in all three of his starts but also boasts an impressive 19:2 K:BB in 16 innings thus far. Gray will look to pick up his third win early next week at home versus the Astros.
Apr 2 2025Gray didn't factor into the decision Wednesday, coughing up five runs on five hits over six-plus innings in a 12-5 win over the Angels. He struck out nine without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander tossed 61 of 88 pitches for strikes, but he eventually got punished for living in the strike zone, as Logan O'Hoppe slugged a grand slam off Gray before he could record an out in the top of the seventh inning. The Cardinals' offense quickly took him off the hook for the loss, however. Gray has a 15:2 K:BB through his first 11 innings this season, but that comes with a 5.73 ERA thanks to three homers allowed. He lines up to make his next trip to the mound on the road early next week in Pittsburgh.
Mar 27 2025Gray (1-0) allowed two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six across five innings to earn the win Thursday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was battling an illness late in spring training that had caused him to lose strength, though he didn't show any signs of weakness on Opening Day. He generated 11 called strikes and 12 swinging strikes across 77 total pitches, and the lone blemish on his box score came on a two-run homer by Harrison Bader in the fifth frame. Gray could lose some of the swing-and-miss stuff he showcased Thursday, but he should remain a reliable starter for fantasy purposes.
Mar 24 2025Gray has been battling the flu recently, which has sapped him of his strength, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It could help explain why Gray's velocity has been down this spring, though the righty suspects that starting his offseason throwing program later than usual also played a part. Gray said Monday that he's feeling better, and it does not seem as though his availability for Opening Day on Thursday is in question.
Mar 21 2025Gray acknowledged Friday that his velocity has been down this spring, but he says he's healthy, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old ended last season on the injured list with right forearm flexor tendinitis and revealed Friday that he received a pain-killing injection at the time that delayed his offseason throwing program. He insists that his pitching arm is now fine physically, but the delayed throwing could be the cause for his velocity being down. Gray averaged just 90.6 mph with his four-seamer in Friday's start versus the Astros, which is down nearly two mph from last season's mark. The right-hander allowed five runs over 4.2 innings in the outing and now holds a 12.56 ERA in five Grapefruit League starts. For what it's worth, Gray said Friday of his velocity that "I still think that will come," per Katie Woo of The Athletic.
Mar 16 2025Manager Oliver Marmol announced Sunday that Gray will start Opening Day against the Twins on March 27, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's hardly a surprise that the veteran right-hander will be leading the St. Louis rotation, but the skipper made it official Sunday. Gray had a 3.84 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 203:39 K:BB across 166.1 innings last season, though his two spring starts have been a bit bumpy with five homers allowed.
Mar 6 2025Gray was tagged for three solo home runs across 2.2 frames Wednesday versus the Astros in his Grapefruit League debut. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was facing a lineup comprised mostly of Houston regulars, and Jeremy Pena, Jake Meyers and Jose Altuve all got to him for long balls. On a positive note, the veteran righty recorded three strikeouts on the day and didn't issue a walk. Gray is likely to be the Cardinals' Opening Day starter March 27 against the Twins, although manager Oliver Marmol hasn't officially named him as such yet.
Oct 22 2024Gray is on track have a normal offseason after finishing the regular season on the 15-day injured list with right forearm flexor tendinitis, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray missed his final start of the season because of the forearm issue, but his offseason training is expected to be unaffected. The right-hander held a 3.84 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 203:39 K:BB across 28 regular-season starts during his first year in St. Louis.
Sep 21 2024The Cardinals placed Gray on the 15-day injured list Saturday with right forearm flexor tendinitis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray previously said that he pitched through soreness during his most recent start Wednesday, and he'll now be sidelined for the rest of the season due to his forearm issue. He will finish his first season as a Cardinal with a 3.84 ERA and 1.09 WHIP alongside a 203:39 K:BB across 28 starts. Kyle Leahy was recalled from Triple-A Memphis to replenish St. Louis' pitching depth.
Sep 20 2024Gray said he pitched through some "lingering" soreness during Wednesday's start against the Pirates, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray didn't divulge any specificity as far as where he's feeling soreness, only saying that he "didn't feel great in general, physically" due to "some lingering things just kind of going on through the week." The righty struck out eight and was charged with four runs over 5.2 innings versus the Pirates in Wednesday's outing. Gray will throw a bullpen session this weekend before it's determined whether he'll make one more start or shut things down. If he does make one final start, it's tentatively lined up to be at Coors Field.
Sep 19 2024Gray did not factor into the decision in a win over the Pirates on Wednesday, allowing four runs on nine hits and no walks over 5.2 innings while striking out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray kept the Pirates at bay over the first three innings before surrendering back-to-back doubles to lead off the fourth, which would lead to two runs coming across for Pittsburgh. The veteran right-hander was later relieved by Matthew Liberatore in the sixth after the former allowed two-consecutive singles with two outs. Unfortunately for Gray, he would then see his chances for a win get washed away as Liberatore coughed up a three-run shot to the first batter he faced. Gray failed to make it through six frames Wednesday for the first time in his last five starts, though he did generate 16 whiffs en route to posting seven or more strikeouts for the third straight outing. He now carries a 2.89 ERA through three starts in September to go along with a dominant 24:3 K:BB.
Sep 12 2024Gray (13-9) earned the win Thursday over the Reds, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was another excellent outing from Gray -- the right-hander's now held opponents to one run in each of his last three starts (19 innings) while posting a 20:3 K:BB in that span. The veteran right-hander's lowered his ERA to 3.75 on the year with a 1.07 WHIP and 195 strikeouts (10 shy of a career high) across 160.2 innings. Gray will look to keep rolling his next time out, currently scheduled as a home matchup with the Pirates next week.
Sep 4 2024Gray allowed one run on four hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over seven innings in a no-decision against Milwaukee on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray didn't allow a run until the seventh inning, and he departed the contest holding a 2-1 lead. However, St. Louis' bullpen coughed up the tying run in the eighth, preventing Gray from notching a second straight victory. Despite that disappointment, it was a strong outing by the veteran right-hander, as he completed seven frames for the first time since Aug. 6. Gray has surrendered just two runs over his past 13 innings spanning two starts to bring his season ERA down to 3.84.
Aug 29 2024Gray (12-9) earned the win Thursday over the Padres, allowing one run on three hits over six innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was excellent Thursday, allowing a lone run on a Jackson Merrill solo homer in the fifth inning. The win snapped a three-start losing streak for Gray, who'd struggled to a 7.31 ERA while allowing six home runs in his previous 16 innings. The 34-year-old right-hander now sports a 3.96 ERA with a 1.10 WHIP and 179:36 K:BB across 25 starts (147.2 innings). Gray's currently lined up to face the Brewers on the road in his next outing.
Aug 24 2024Gray (11-9) allowed five runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings to take the loss versus the Twins on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Trevor Larnach hit a pair of home runs off Gray, accounting for four of the five runs on the right-hander's line. It was a third straight loss for Gray, who has given up 13 runs across 16 innings with a 22:7 K:BB in that span. For the season, he's now at a 4.07 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 175:36 K:BB through 141.2 innings over 24 starts. Gray will look to right the ship in his next start, which is projected to be at home versus the Padres.
Aug 18 2024Gray (11-8) allowed two runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings Sunday, striking out six and taking a loss against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray danced around a few threats through four shutout frames before allowing a pair of runs in the fifth inning. He's been tagged for eight runs in 10 innings over his last two starts, bumping his season ERA from 3.72 to 3.91. Sunday also marked the first time he lost a second straight start since June 6. Gray produced a 2.81 ERA through 14 starts but has registered an unsightly 5.68 ERA in nine starts since then. His next outing is projected to be in Minnesota.
Aug 12 2024Gray (11-7) took the loss Monday, allowing six runs on five hits and two walks over five innings against the Reds. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed six earned runs for the second time this season with five of those runs coming by way of two home runs off the bat of Spencer Steer. The other run allowed also came via the long ball as Elly De La Cruz followed Steer's two-run blast in the third with a solo dinger of his own. It was the third time this season Gray has allowed at least three homers in the same game. The outing lifted his ERA to 3.93 with a 1.08 WHIP over 130.2 innings while the nine strikeouts lifted his season total to 162, good for 10th best in all of baseball. His next start is slated to take place over the weekend when the Dodgers make the trip to St. Louis.
Aug 7 2024Gray (11-6) picked up the win Tuesday, giving up two runs on four hits and a walk over seven innings in a 4-3 victory over the Rays. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander needed 106 pitches (70 strikes) to deliver his 10th quality start of the season. Gray has lasted at least seven innings in seven of his last 10 trips to the mound, a stretch in which he's posted a 4.08 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 71:10 K:BB through 64 innings. He lines up to make his next start on the road early next week in Cincinnati.
Aug 2 2024Gray did not factor into the decision in Thursday's loss to the Cubs, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over seven innings while striking out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was efficient during his time on the mound, throwing 19 of his 26 first pitches for strikes while inducing 15 swings and misses. The right-hander allowed one run to come across in the second after allowing three of the first four batters to reach in the frame, and later coughed up a solo homer to Seiya Suzuki in the sixth. It actually marked the first time in Gray's last six starts that he didn't allow at least three runs, as he had surrendered five runs in each of his previous two outings. Gray has also now posted six or more strikeouts in seven consecutive starts.
Jul 27 2024Gray allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings in a no-decision Friday. He struck out seven during the extra-inning loss against Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up at least one run in three separate innings and never really settled in against the Nationals. He's given up at least three runs in five straight outings, posting a brutal 6.67 ERA during that span. On the bright side, he also turned in a strong 35:5 K:BB during those five starts. This rough patch has driven Gray's season ERA up from 2.81 to 3.79 across 111.2 frames. His next outing is lined up to be at home against Texas.
Jul 21 2024Gray (10-6) picked up the win in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader split with Atlanta, giving up five runs on eight hits -- including four home runs -- over seven innings. He struck out 10 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals' offense gave Gray plenty of support in a 9-5 victory, so his issues keeping the ball in the park didn't come back to bite him. The veteran right-hander had served up only four homers over his last 11 outings combined, so the sudden gopheritis likely isn't going to be a long-term concern. Gray will carry a 3.54 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and stellar 131:24 K:BB through 106.2 innings into his next start, which is scheduled to come at home next weekend against the Nationals.
Jul 19 2024Gray and the Cardinals won't face Atlanta on Friday, as the game was postponed due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Friday's contest will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday, and Gray will get the nod to start the nightcap, per John Denton of MLB.com. The 34-year-old righty owns a 3.34 ERA and 1.05 WHIP through 99.2 innings on the season, though he has given up 11 earned runs over 16.1 innings across his last three starts.
Jul 12 2024Gray (9-6) took the loss Friday against the Cubs, allowing three runs on nine hits and no walks over seven innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite collecting his eighth quality start of the season, Gray yielded a season-high nine hits -- eight singles and one double. He hasn't been his best of late, making three straight outings allowing seven or more hits, pitching to a 6.06 ERA in 16.1 innings over that span. The 34-year-old veteran wraps up his first half with a 3.34 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 121:24 K:BB across 99.2 innings. Gray looks to bounce back in the Cardinals' first series of the second half on the road against Atlanta.
Jul 5 2024Gray did not factor into the decision in Friday's 7-6 win against the Nationals, allowing five runs on eight hits and one walk with six strikeouts over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed a total of five runs over the first three innings and departed after five frames with a 5-3 deficit. He surrendered eight hard hits and now carries a 5.09 ERA in road starts compared to a 1.90 mark at home . On the season, the 34-year-old owns a 3.30 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 115:24 K:BB over 92.2 innings. He lines up for a home matchup against the Royals next week.
Jun 29 2024Gray (9-5) took the loss against the Reds on Saturday, allowing six runs (three earned) on seven hits and one walk with six strikeouts over 4.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed two runs in the third inning then endured a rough fifth frame, loading the bases and yielding a run on an error by Nolan Arenado. He was pulled after the error at 92 pitches, and each of the three inherited runners came around to score before the end of the frame. Gray generated a solid 14 swinging strikes on 92 pitches but failed to complete five innings for just the second time in 15 starts this season. On the year, the 34-year-old owns a stellar 2.98 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 109:23 K:BB over 87.2 innings and lines up to face the Nationals next week.
Jun 23 2024Gray (9-4) picked up the win Sunday against San Francisco, allowing one run on one hit with no walks across seven innings. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray took a perfect game into the seventh inning before Patrick Bailey launched a solo home run with two outs. Although the bullpen would give up two more runs, Gray was able to claim his ninth win of 2024, his most wins in a season since 2019. The 34-year-old has completed at least seven innings in three consecutive starts and owns a 2.95 ERA along with an 11.1 K/9 across 83.1 innings. He's on track to face the Reds during a four-game series late next week.
Jun 17 2024Gray allowed two runs on five hits and two walks over 7.2 innings in Monday's 7-6 win versus the Marlins. He struck out four and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray pitched into the eighth inning for the first time this season and left the game up 4-1, but the bullpen couldn't hold the lead. The four strikeouts were a season low for Gray as he worked fast and efficiently, only needing 84 pitches to record 23 outs. The veteran's ERA now sits at 2.95 with a 1.02 WHIP through 13 starts.
Jun 12 2024Gray (8-4) earned the win over Pittsburgh on Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits and one walk while striking out nine batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing the first two batters he faced in the outing to reach base, Gray retired the next 12 hitters to step up against him. The Pirates managed a fifth-inning run on a pair of hits, but that was the only tally they were able to push across the plate. Gray finished with his first quality start since May 3 -- a span of seven appearances -- and snapped a personal two-game losing streak. The right-hander allowed seven runs across 9.2 innings during that two-game stretch, but with Wednesday's excellent outing he improved his overall season ERA to 3.01.
Jun 6 2024Gray (7-4) allowed three runs on two hits and four walks while striking out five over 4.2 innings to take the loss versus the Rockies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The four walks were a season high for Gray, and he also uncorked two wild pitches, one of which allowed a run to score in the fifth inning. Gray's control issues have manifested with five straight starts where he's allowed multiple walks, and he's failed to complete six innings in any of his last four outings. The right-hander is now at a 3.21 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 82:19 K:BB over through 61.2 innings over 11 starts this season. Gray is projected to make his next start at home versus the Pirates.
Jun 1 2024Gray (7-3) took the loss Saturday versus the Phillies, allowing four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out 10 over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray reached double-digit strikeouts for the second time in 10 starts this year, but he received little run support after a shaky first inning. The right-hander has allowed at least four runs in three of his last five outings. For the season, he's at a 3.00 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 77:15 K:BB over 57 innings. Gray is projected to make his next start at home versus the Rockies.
May 27 2024Gray (7-2) got the win over the Cubs on Sunday, tossing five scoreless innings while allowing just one hit and walking two. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was as sharp as ever, needing 74 pitches to cruise through five innings of work. The 34-year-old registered an impressive 14 whiffs on the night, and the sweeper was his put-away pitch, accounting for eight of the 14 whiffs. Gray is now fourth in the majors with seven wins and has seven starts allowing two runs or less. Gray will carry a 2.60 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 67:12 K:BB into a tough road matchup against the Phillies this weekend.
May 20 2024Gray (6-2) allowed three runs (one earned) on three hits and two walks while striking out six over 5.2 innings to earn the win Monday over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up a three-run blast to Gunnar Henderson in the sixth inning, but the Cardinals were able to maintain their lead after that. The long ball has become a problem for the veteran right-hander -- he's surrendered five homers while giving up 14 runs (12 earned) over his last 16.2 innings. He's still managed to win two of his three starts in that span. Gray is at a 2.87 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 59:10 K:BB through 47 innings across eight starts this season. He allowed all of eight homers in 32 starts last year, so it's worth keeping an eye on whether Gray can keep the ball down better moving forward. He's projected to make his next start at home versus the Cubs.
May 14 2024Gray (5-2) earned the win Tuesday over the Angels, giving up five runs on eight hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was shaky for a second straight start, but he at least got ample run support this time around. The Cardinals took a 5-0 lead in the third inning, which Gray gave back by the end of the fifth. He ended up with the win after Alec Burleson's two-run home run put St. Louis ahead for good in the top of the seventh. Gray is now at a 3.05 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 53:8 K:BB over 41.1 innings across seven starts this season. The veteran right-hander is projected to face the Orioles in a tough home start in his next outing.
May 10 2024Gray (4-2) took the loss against the Brewers on Thursday, allowing six runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers got to Gray early and often, scoring three times off the right-hander in the first inning before tacking on single runs in the second, fourth and fifth frames. Gray allowed season highs in hits (seven), runs (six) and home runs (three) in the contest and also failed to go at least six innings for the first time in his last five starts. He now holds a 4.50 ERA in May to go along with a 12:2 K:BB.
May 8 2024Gray and the Cardinals won't play the Mets on Wednesday after the game was postponed due to inclement weather, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game will be made up on Aug. 5, which had been a mutual off day for the two clubs. As a result of the postponement, Gray is expected to be pushed back one day in the pitching schedule to start Thursday in Milwaukee.
May 3 2024Gray (4-1) allowed three hits and a walk over seven scoreless innings Friday, striking out six and earning a win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed just one extra-base hit and retired the final eight batters he faced. He's been excellent since returning from a brief stint on the injured list to begin the year; Gray has given up just three earned runs through 30.1 innings while producing a 38:5 K:BB. He's turned in four straight quality starts after throwing five shutout frames in his 2024 debut. Gray's next start is lined up to be at home against the Mets.
Apr 27 2024Gray (3-1) picked up the win Saturday versus the Mets, allowing four runs (one earned) on four hits and three walks over six innings. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets plated four runs during a sloppy fifth innings by the Cardinals which included a Nolan Arenado error. Just one of the runs on Gray's ledgers was earned, however, and he was in total control outside of that frame, facing just three over the minimum. Gray tripled his season walk total with three free passes in this one, but with the nine punchouts he now has an excellent 32:4 K:BB over his first 23.1 innings with St. Louis.
Apr 21 2024Gray (2-1) struck out 12 and took the loss Sunday against Milwaukee after he allowed two runs on five hits and one walk over 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander limited the Brewers to just two singles and a walk through six innings, but they rallied for two runs on three singles and a stolen base in the seventh. Gray appeared to be in midseason form and generated 19 swinging strikes, but he never had a chance at the victory since the Cardinals offense was blanked. He's been electric through three starts for St. Louis with a 1.04 ERA, 0.87 WHIP and 23:1 K:BB across 17.1 innings. Run support has been an issue early on, as the Cardinals have scored just six total runs in his three outings.
Apr 15 2024Gray (2-0) earned the victory over Oakland on Monday, pitching six scoreless innings during which he allowed four hits and no walks while striking out six batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray needed just 72 pitches (50 of which were strikes) to get through six frames but wasn't allowed to go deeper since he's still getting fully ramped up. After opening the campaign on the injured list due to a hamstring injury, the veteran hurler has dominated in his first two starts, pitching 11 scoreless frames while racking up an 11:0 K:BB. Gray has won both of those outings, getting off to a promising beginning in his quest for his first double-digit win season since 2019.
Apr 10 2024Gray (1-0) tossed five shutout innings in a win over the Phillies on Tuesday. He allowed five base hits and no walks while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray held a dangerous Phillies lineup in check and looked to be in complete control in his season debut. He faced one over the minimum through three frames and only had to deal with multiple baserunners in the fifth. Gray was efficient too, only needing 64 pitches to get through five innings and put himself in line for a win. The 34-year-old will continue to increase his pitch count with each start and has a golden opportunity ahead of him with a matchup against the Athletics.
Apr 9 2024The Cardinals activated Gray (hamstring) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will make his season and Cardinals debut Tuesday againt the Phillies after missing the first week-and-a-half of the season with a right hamstring strain. He did not make a rehab start, having most recently throwing 54 pitches in a simulated game. Gray will be limited to around 65 pitches in Tuesday's outing.
Apr 7 2024Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said Gray (hamstring) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Tuesday against the Phillies, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The organization originally planned for Gray to make a minor-league rehab start before joining St. Louis' rotation, but the veteran right-hander apparently made a strong argument to instead make his season debut. Gray threw 54 pitches in a simulated game Wednesday and is expected to be limited to about 65 pitches versus Philadelphia.
Apr 5 2024Gray (hamstring) is still expected to make a rehab start before rejoining the Cardinals' rotation, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray threw a 54-pitch simulated game Wednesday and expressed a desire Thursday for his next appearance to be a start with the big club. However, St. Louis is sticking with its plan to give the veteran right-hander a rehab start first, as Zack Thompson remains on schedule to face the Phillies on Tuesday. Assuming all goes well in Gray's rehab start, he is slated to join the Cards' rotation sometime next weekend in Arizona.
Apr 4 2024Gray (hamstring) threw 54 pitches over his three-inning simulated game Wednesday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray relayed Thursday that he felt good coming out of the sim game and feels ready to rejoin the big-league rotation, but the Cardinals' coaching and medical staffs likely prefer for him to make a rehab start at Triple-A Memphis or Double-A Springfield before clearing him for his St. Louis debut. According to Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat, Gray is scheduled to meet with the Cardinals' brain trust later Thursday before a determination is made on his next step. Assuming he heads to an affiliate for a start early next week, Gray would likely be capped around 70-to-75 pitches.
Apr 2 2024Gray (hamstring) will no longer make a rehab start Wednesday, instead opting to throw a simulated game, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was set to make a rehab start with Triple-A Memphis, but he'll now head to Missouri to throw a simulated game in Springfield on Wednesday. The right-hander will be in St. Louis for the team's home opener against the Marlins, but he is expected to make another rehab start with Memphis next week. The earliest that Gray will be able to pitch for the Cardinals is their upcoming series with the Diamondbacks beginning April 12.
Mar 29 2024Gray (hamstring) will pitch for Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray continues to ramp up his activity since being placed on the 15-day IL on Tuesday. He participated in a simulated game at the Cardinals' spring training complex Friday alongside Lars Nootbaar (ribs), and Gray is good to go for another minor-league rehab game. A strong showing for Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday would give Gray a good chance to return to the majors when first eligible or shortly thereafter.
Mar 26 2024The Cardinals placed Gray (hamstring) on the 15-day injured list Tuesday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: St. Louis already confirmed Gray would be beginning the season on the injured list, and that transaction is now official. The right-hander is scheduled to pitch in a minor-league game Thursday as he continues to ramp up his throwing program, and he could be ready to join the Cardinals' rotation in the second week of April when first eligible.
Mar 24 2024Gray (hamstring) is scheduled to pitch in another minor-league game Thursday, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals recently announced Gray will begin the season on the injury list, but he'll continue ramping up his throwing in minor-league action. The veteran right-hander could join St. Louis when first eligible during the second week of April.
Mar 22 2024Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol announced Friday that Gray (hamstring) will begin the season on the injured list, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals have kept door open for Gray to make a start during the first week of the season since he went down with the hamstring strain in early March, but the right-hander will end up requiring a trip to the injured list. The 34-year-old was scheduled to pitch in a minor-league game Friday before being scratched due to a heavy forecast of rain, and that session has now been rescheduled for Saturday, per Worthy. Gray is poised to pitch three times in Florida, including Saturday, before joining the Cardinals, so he could be ready for his season debut by mid-April.
Mar 21 2024Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said Thursday that Gray (hamstring) could make his season debut during the Cardinals' season-opening road trip, which runs from March 28 through April 3, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will pitch two innings in a minor-league game Friday, and the Cardinals could have a better idea as to a potential timetable for the right-hander after that. While his hamstring injury will prevent him from being ready for the March 28 season opener in Los Angeles, Gray could avoid a stint on the injured list and make a start within the first week. After the Opening Day contest, the Cardinals play three more games against the Dodgers and then head to San Diego for a three-game set that kicks off April 1.
Mar 20 2024Gray (hamstring) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday before facing minor leaguers in a game-like situation Friday, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Based on how things go during and after those sessions, the Cardinals will make a determination as to where they will slot Gray into their rotation. A backdated injured list stint remains possible, but Gray might be ready before then. He's coming back from a mild right hamstring strain which he suffered March 4.
Mar 17 2024Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said Sunday that Gray (hamstring) won't be an option to start Opening Day but may not require a stay on the injured list to begin the season, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander quickly resumed throwing after he suffered a right hamstring strain March 4, and he's scheduled to face hitters in a simulated session Sunday. Miles Mikolas was named St. Louis' Opening Day starter, but Gray could still be an option to pitch later in the first week of the season if he continues to progress with no setbacks.
Mar 15 2024Gray (hamstring) will throw a simulated pregame Sunday, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will pitch to hitters Sunday as the next step of his rehab process, but the hitters will not be permitted to swing. If all goes well, Gray may move on to throwing batting practice or a simulated game. Gray's status for Opening Day remains uncertain, though the Cardinals are still optimistic the 34-year-old righty will be able to pitch in St. Louis' opening series against the Dodgers.
Mar 13 2024Gray (hamstring) will throw another bullpen session Thursday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Depending on how Gray comes out of the session, he's expected to then advance to either live batting practice or a game. The veteran right-hander has made a quick recovery from his mild right hamstring strain and might have an outside shot to be ready for his first start of the season, though a short stint on the injured list still seems more likely than not.
Mar 11 2024Gray (hamstring) completed a 20-pitch light bullpen session Monday with no issues and is slated for a longer bullpen session Wednesday or Thursday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray didn't throw at full effort Monday, but he topped out at 92 miles per hour on his final pitch and said afterward of his recovery that "it's been a good week." While being ready for Opening Day would still appear to be a lofty goal, Gray won't need to do a full ramp-up since the longest he went without throwing was two days. If Gray does need a stint on the injured list to begin the season, it's shaping up to be a brief one.
Mar 9 2024Gray (hamstring) has progressed to throwing from 120 feet and participating in agility drills, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Oliver Marmol said there's a chance Gray could begin throwing bullpen sessions next week if Gray's recovery goes well over the weekend. The 34-year-old righty still isn't expected to start for the Cardinals on Opening Day, but it is appearing increasingly likely that Gray's early-season absence will be a brief one.
Mar 7 2024Gray (hamstring) will play catch from 60 feet Thursday, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was diagnosed with a mild right hamstring strain earlier this week but is ready to ease back into baseball activities. The expectation is that he will likely require a stint on the injured list to begin the season, although the Cardinals seem optimistic that Gray's absence will be a short one.
Mar 5 2024Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak said Tuesday that Gray has been diagnosed with a "mild" right hamstring strain and it would be "challenging" getting the pitcher ready in time for Opening Day, John Denton of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Mozeliak referred to the news as "encouraging" on the whole, but Gray will need some down time and is not expected to be ready for what would have been his Opening Day start March 28 versus the Dodgers. Zack Thompson or Matthew Liberatore could fill Gray's spot in the rotation, and it's possible both will be needed if Steven Matz isn't quite ready.
Mar 4 2024Gray will undergo an MRI on his injured right hamstring Monday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray tweaked the hamstring while delivering a pitch during Monday's Grapefruit League start against the Nationals. For what it's worth, Gray made two separate trips to the injured list in 2022 with a strain of the same hamstring, although he had no issues with it during the 2023 campaign. Gray is in line to start Opening Day for the Cardinals, if healthy.
Feb 20 2024Gray will be the Cardinals' Opening Day starter on March 28 against the Dodgers, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team has not yet officially made the announcement, but Goold says that's coming. Gray is the obvious choice to garner the Opening Day nod for St. Louis after signing a three-year, $70 million contract in November. He was the American League Cy Young runner-up as a result of a 2.79 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 183:55 K:BB over 184 innings covering 32 starts for the Twins in 2023.
Nov 27 2023Gray agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract with the Cardinals on Monday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The deal also includes a club option for 2027. St. Louis will also forfeit a draft pick and international bonus pool money as a result of signing Gray, who was given a qualifying offer from Minnesota before becoming a free agent. Gray is coming off an American League Cy Young runner-up finish in 2023 with the Twins, having collected a 2.79 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 183:55 K:BB over 184 innings. He could be the final piece of a rotation makeover for the Cardinals after they announced deals with Lance Lynn and Kyle Gibson last week.
Oct 6 2023Gray will start Game 3 of Minnesota's ALDS matchup versus the Astros on Tuesday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray's next postseason start will come after Bailey Ober and Pablo Lopez, who are slated to start the first two games of the series, respectively. Gray faced Houston twice in the regular season, giving up four total runs while striking out 16 batters and walking four through 13 innings.
Oct 1 2023Gray will start Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Blue Jays on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray, who is a free agent this offseason, finished strong with a 1.54 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 36 strikeouts in 41 innings over his final seven starts. Pablo Lopez is starting Game 1 for Minnesota.
Sep 29 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing one run on three hits and one walk over four innings against Oakland while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed three hits over the first two innings, with the last one driving home JJ Bleday to give the Athletics their first run of the game. However, the right-hander would not allow another hit until being relieved by Kenta Maeda to start the fifth. Gray now finishes the month of September with a sparkling 2.00 ERA and 27:4 K:BB as the Twins prepare for the postseason.
Sep 24 2023Gray (8-8) took the loss Saturday, allowing one run on four hits over six innings against the Angels. He struck out eight and did not walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was lights-out for most of the day, outside of a home run he surrendered to Jo Adell to lead off the fourth inning. Unfortunately for the right-hander, he still got stuck with the loss due to the Twins failing to provide any run support. Gray has now allowed one run or fewer in three consecutive starts and in six of his last eight, though he's just 3-3 over that stretch. He also has not walked a batter in each of his last two outings and carries a 1.96 ERA in September following Saturday's performance.
Sep 17 2023Gray (8-7) earned the win Sunday, allowing five hits and zero walks over seven scoreless innings against the White Sox. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was staked to a three-run lead in the fifth then cruised from there to earn his eighth win. It was an efficient and relatively stress-free outing for Gray, who never allowed more than one baserunner in an inning and needed only 81 pitches to complete seven frames. In 30 starts covering 174 innings, the veteran Cy Young contender is first in home run rate allowing 0.36 per nine and second in the American League with a 2.84 ERA. However, his eight wins are lower than any of the other top 20 pitchers who qualify for the ERA title. He's next scheduled to take the hill during a weekend series at home against the Angels.
Sep 11 2023Gray (7-7) allowed two runs (one earned) on six hits and a walk over four innings Monday, striking out five and taking a loss against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up a run in each of the first and third frames. He failed to complete five innings for just the third time this year and the first time since June 15. He's allowed fewer than four runs in nine of his last 10 starts, registering a 2.63 ERA during that span. Gray now owns a 2.96 ERA with a 165:54 K:BB through 167 innings. His next outing is lined up to be on the road against the White Sox.
Sep 5 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks over six innings against the Guardians. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran righty pitched well Tuesday, save for surrendering a two-run homer to Bo Naylor in the third inning and a sacrifice fly off the bat of Myles Straw in the fifth. The quality start was Gray's eighth in his last nine outings, as he has compiled a 2.65 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 54:10 K:BB across 57.2 innings during the impressive stretch. The 33-year-old hurler is tentatively lined up to face the Rays at home early next week.
Aug 31 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing three hits and one walk over seven scoreless innings against the Guardians while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray surrendered a leadoff double to Steven Kwan to open the game before retiring the next 13 batters he faced. The right-hander allowed just three hits on the afternoon but was still unable to log his fourth win this month due to a lack of run support. Gray has now pitched at least six shutout innings in two of his last four starts while it was his second time this season hurling seven shutout frames. He's also logged quality starts in seven of his last eight outings.
Aug 25 2023Gray (7-6) allowed one run on six hits over seven innings Friday, striking out four and earning a win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Aside from Mitch Garver's solo shot in the second inning, Gray was dominant while picking up his seventh win. Gray has given up fewer than three earned runs in four of his last five outings, posting a 2.48 ERA during that stretch. On the year, he's sporting a 3.06 ERA with a 151:50 K:BB through 26 starts. Gray's next outing is lined up to be a road rematch with the Rangers next week.
Aug 20 2023Gray (6-6) took the loss Saturday, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks over 6.2 innings against Pittsburgh. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old righty was perfect through 5.1 innings, but an infield single by Liover Peguero started a three-run Pittsburgh rally in the sixth. Gray was chased from the game with two outs in the seventh after issuing a pair of walks, one of which came around to score later in the frame, charging the veteran hurler with his fourth earned run of the contest. In seven starts since the All-Star break, Gray owns a 3.74 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 46:11 K:BB across 43.1 innings. He is projected to face a tough Rangers lineup at home next week.
Aug 13 2023Gray (6-5) earned the win Sunday, allowing two hits and three walks over six scoreless innings against the Phillies. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's Gray's fifth consecutive quality start -- he's now 2-1 with a 2.61 ERA in that span (31 innings) while racking up 33 strikeouts. Overall, the veteran right-hander's ERA is down to 3.04 with a 1.22 WHIP and 140:47 K:BB across 11 starts (136.1 innings) this season. Gray's currently scheduled to make his next start at home against the Pirates.
Aug 8 2023Gray (5-5) took the loss Tuesday, allowing three runs (two earned) on seven hits over six innings against the Tigers. He struck out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was excellent Tuesday, recording double-digit strikeouts for the first time since April 7 while surrendering just a pair of earned runs in the fourth inning. However, in what's become a theme for Gray this year, the Twins failed to generate any run support, sticking the veteran right-hander with the loss. Gray's now delivered four straight quality starts, lowering his ERA to 3.18 with a 1.24 WHIP and 133:44 K:BB across 23 starts (130.1 innings) this season. He's currently slated for a road matchup with the Phillies this weekend in his next outing.
Aug 3 2023Gray (5-4) earned the win Thursday, allowing two runs on five hits over seven innings against the Cardinals. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was excellent Thursday, tallying his highest strikeout total since May 12 to earn his first win in 15 starts. The veteran right-hander has now delivered three consecutive quality starts after allowing 11 earned runs in his previous two outings (11.2 innings). Overall, Gray has a 3.18 ERA with a 1.24 WHIP and 123:44 K:BB across 22 starts (124.1 innings) in an up-and-down campaign. He'll look to keep rolling in his next start, currently scheduled for next week in Detroit.
Jul 28 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on five hits over six innings against the Royals. He struck out five without issuing a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray held up his end of the bargain, posting his fourth quality start in his last six turns, but once again his teammates let him down. Improbably, Gray has now gone 15 straight starts without a win, with his last coming all the way back on April 30. The right-hander expressed some frustration after his July 17 start, mostly with himself. He has a 3.22 ERA over 117.1 innings this season and his luck has to turn eventually.
Jul 22 2023Gray allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out four over six innings in a no-decision versus the White Sox on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray had allowed a combined 11 runs over his last 11.2 innings entering this start, but he was back in solid form against a division rival. The right-hander didn't get enough run support while in the game, causing his winless streak to reach 14 starts. He's now at a 3.15 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 110:44 K:BB through 111.1 innings this season. Gray is projected for a favorable road start in Kansas City next week.
Jul 17 2023Gray (4-4) allowed five runs on five hits and four walks while striking out five over 5.2 innings, taking the loss Monday versus the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray hadn't allowed more than three runs in any of his first 17 outings, but he's given up 11 runs across his last 11.2 innings. The right-hander has also gone 13 starts without a win despite fairly solid pitching in that span. The good news is that he continues to keep the ball down -- he hasn't allowed a homer in any of his last three outings and he's given up just three long balls all season. Gray has a 3.16 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 106:43 K:BB through 105.1 innings over 19 starts this season. He's projected for a home start versus the White Sox this weekend.
Jul 9 2023Gray (4-3) took the loss Saturday, allowing six runs on six hits and three walks over six innings against the Orioles. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray got shelled for a season-high six runs in the second inning after allowing three consecutive singles to open the frame, followed by back-to-back walks. He actually went on to retire 10 consecutive batters from the third inning on, but the damage had already been done, and the right-hander took his third loss of the season. Gray has not won a start since April 30 against the Royals and has now issued three walks in each of his last two outings.
Jul 2 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing just two hits and three walks over six scoreless innings against the Orioles. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was excellent Sunday, holding the Orioles off the board for six innings. However, he'd fail to earn a win when Baltimore rallied for two runs in the eighth to hand Minnesota a 2-1 loss. After starting the year 4-0, Gray has failed to pick up a win in his last 11 starts despite pitching to a respectable 3.55 ERA in that span. Overall, Gray is 4-2 with a 2.50 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 96:36 K:BB through 17 starts (93.2 innings) this season. He's lined up for a rematch with the Orioles at home in his next outing.
Jun 27 2023Gray (4-2) took the loss Monday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk over 6.2 innings against Atlanta. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray notched his sixth quality start but took the loss, as Spencer Strider dominated Minnesota's offense. Gray hasn't allowed more than three runs in a game this season and sports a 2.67 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 89:33 K:BB across 16 starts (87.2 innings). However, the veteran has cooled off a bit following a strong start, posting a 3.93 ERA over his past 10 outings. During that stretch, the right-hander hasn't won a game, totaling eight no-decisions and two losses. Regardless, Gray remains the ace of Minnesota's rotation and will look to get back in the win column during his next start, which is tentatively scheduled during a three-game weekend set in Baltimore.
Jun 21 2023Gray allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five batters over five innings in a no-decision against Boston on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up a single run in each of the first, third and fifth frames and didn't come out for the sixth. He hasn't pitched into the sixth inning in any of his past three outings, though he's posted a a fine 3.86 ERA over that span. Gray has yet to give up more than three runs in a game through 15 starts this season, but he hasn't picked up a win since April 30. Since that date he's taken eight no-decisions and one loss while recording a 3.91 ERA. The right-hander has slowed down after a phenomenal beginning to the campaign, but he still ranks fourth among qualified pitchers with a 2.56 ERA overall.
Jun 16 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing two runs on three hits and four walks over four innings against the Tigers. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray struggled with his command, matching a season high with four walks while needing 79 pitches to get through just three innings. After starting the year with a 1.39 ERA through his first eight starts, Gray's posted a 3.82 mark with a mediocre 1.57 WHIP over his last six outings. Overall, the 33-year-old right-hander is 4-1 with a 2.37 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 79:30 K:BB through 76 innings. Gray currently lines up for a home matchup with the Red Sox in his next outing.
Jun 10 2023Gray didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 3-2 extra-inning win over the Blue Jays, allowing one run on five hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander made a relatively early exit, as 76 pitches represented his smallest workload of the season, but Gray still put himself in line for his fifth win of the year with a solid performance. Unfortunately for him, the Twins bullpen couldn't protect a 2-1 lead. Gray still has yet to give up more than three runs in any 2023 outing, and his 2.25 ERA ranks in the top five in the league among qualified pitchers. He'll look to keep rolling in his next start, likely to come at home next week against the Tigers.
Jun 3 2023Gray (4-1) took the loss against Cleveland on Saturday, allowing three runs on 10 hits while striking out two batters over 6.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray recorded his fifth quality start of the campaign, but he surrendered a season-high 10 hits. The right-hander is still pitching well, though after notching four wins over his first six starts, he hasn't taken a victory in any of his subsequent six outings. Gray has also seen his strikeout numbers dip of late, recording just five punchouts over his past two starts covering 12.2 frames. There's no reason to panic -- Gray still hasn't given up more than three runs in any outing this season and holds a sterling 2.15 ERA -- but he's looking more mortal after beginning the campaign with a dominant stretch during which he allowed only three runs over his first 35 frames.
May 29 2023Gray allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits and three walks while striking out three batters over six-plus innings in a no-decision against Houston on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray sailed through six frames but was pulled after allowing the first two batters he faced in the seventh to reach base. A Jose Altuve grand slam off Brock Stewart allowed both those runners to score and wiped out Minnesota's lead, causing Gray to take his fifth consecutive no-decision. The right-hander didn't have his best stuff Monday -- the three punchouts were his fewest since his first start of the campaign, and he notched only seven swinging strikes -- but he did manage to record his first quality start of May. Gray is still sporting an excellent 1.94 ERA, but he's been less dominant of late, giving up 10 earned runs over his past 25.1 innings.
May 24 2023Gray allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings during Tuesday's loss to the Giants. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray blanked the Giants through the first five innings before running into trouble in the sixth. He opened up the frame by giving up a double and walking two batters to load the bases before handing the ball over to Jovani Moran. Moran would allow two of the inherited runners to score, both on walks. Gray was still in line for the win until the bullpen gave away the lead for good in the seventh. The 33-year-old still has yet to allow more than three runs in a start so far this season but remains winless in May after going 4-0 last month. He's at a 1.82 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 66:21 K:BB over 54.1 innings and tentatively lines up for a start to begin next week in Houston.
May 17 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks over four innings against the Dodgers. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It certainly could've been worse for Gray, as he allowed just two runs despite allowing eight batters to reach safely. Still, he could only make it through four innings, as he was forced to spend 84 pitches. It's only the second time this season Gray has allowed more than one run in a start. The 33-year-old right-hander is 4-0 with a league-leading 1.64 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 60:19 K:BB through nine starts this year.
May 12 2023Gray allowed a run on four hits and a walk while striking out nine over 5.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Cubs on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray wasn't able to pitch very deep into the game, throwing 57 of 94 pitches for strikes. It was still a solid bounce-back effort after he allowed multiple runs for the first time all season in his start versus Cleveland last Saturday. The right-hander now has a 1.39 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 56:16 K:BB through 45.1 innings over eight starts this season. He's projected for a tough road start versus the Dodgers next week.
May 6 2023Gray did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing three runs on four hits and three walks over five innings against the Guardians. He struck out six in Minnesota's loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was Gray's worst outing of the season as he gave up three runs in the fourth inning, after giving up just three runs in his first six starts. His ERA increased to 1.35, which shows how dominant he's been so far. Gray's next start is expected to be Friday at home against the Cubs.
Apr 30 2023Gray (4-0) allowed one run on five hits and a walk while striking out seven in a win over the Royals on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray capped off April with another masterful performance. He tossed five shutout innings before the Royals finally got a run across in the sixth. The 33-year-old has now thrown at least five innings and allowed one run or fewer in each of his six starts this season, and his 0.77 ERA currently leads Major League Baseball among all pitchers with at least 25 innings thrown. Gray has been a fantasy star over the first month of the year and will look to keep things rolling in a divisional matchup against the Guardians next weekend.
Apr 4 2023Gray's next start will come Friday against the Astros after Thursday's game was postponed due to impending inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The weather Thursday in Minneapolis doesn't look promising, so the Twins have opted to go ahead and push back their home opener a day. Gray and Jose Urquidy will now be matched up Friday.
Apr 1 2023Gray (1-0) allowed three hits and four walks while striking out one over five scoreless innings, earning the win Saturday over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray kept the Kansas City lineup off-balance through the majority of the outing, and 52 of his 83 pitches ended up landing in the strike zone. It was far from a dominant effort, but it's tough to complain about five scoreless frames in a season debut. Gray's projected to face off against the Astros next week in a much tougher matchup on paper.
Mar 10 2023Gray threw three scoreless innings with four strikeouts and no walks or hits in Thursday's spring game against the Dominican Republic WBC team. Gray says he's ahead of conditioning from last season when his offseason ramp up was disrupted by the lockout, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports. "I was continuously fighting my body," Gray said. "You're just playing a constant catch-up game throughout the season." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has give up no earned runs (three undeared) in 4.2 innings this spring with seven strikeouts and no walks. He looks in top form early in the spring, and Wednesday's outing was impressive against a stacked Dominican Republic lineup. Gray averaged just 4.96 IP per start last season with the Twins rarely allowing him to go deep into games, so the improved conditioning may bode well for longer outings this year.
Nov 6 2022Minnesota will pick up Gray's (hamstring) 2023 option for $12.5 million, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray finished the 2022 on the injured list, but he put together a solid campaign, posting a 3.08 ERA and 1.13 WHIP with a 117:36 K:BB across 119.2 frames. He'll serve as the Twins' top rotation arm heading into 2023, barring any huge signings by the club.
Sep 20 2022Gray was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a right hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander surrendered four earned runs over two frames before he exited Monday's start in Kansas City with the injury. Gray spent time on the shelf with a strain of the same hamstring early in the season, and he aggravated the issue in early September before he departed Monday's contest. He'll be eligible to return for the final game of the regular season Oct. 5, but with the Twins seven games back of a playoff spot, he's likely to be shut down for the year.
Sep 19 2022Gray left Monday's game against the Guardians after two innings due to right hamstring tightness, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. He was charged with four earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out before departing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander should be considered day-to-day until the Twins provide further updates. However, because Gray has already contended with this same injury earlier this season, it's fair to wonder whether he'll be ready to make his next scheduled start this weekend against the Angels.
Sep 15 2022Gray (8-4) earned the win Wednesday without allowing a run on three hits and one walk over seven innings against the Royals. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray surrendered only one extra-base hit during his outstanding performance in the form of a double off the bat of Bobby Witt. The righty has been great in his last 10 starts, recording a 1.98 ERA over 54.2 innings. In addition, the 32-year-old has pitched six innings or more in four of his last six starts.
Sep 8 2022Gray allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out seven in six innings in a 4-3 win Thursday against the Yankees. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miguel Andujar took Gray deep for a two-run shot in the second inning to account for the scoring against Gray. All the other hits he allowed were singles with only one runner reaching scoring position. He's allowed two runs or fewer in eight of his nine starts in the second half and has a 2.27 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 51:17 K:BB in 47.2 innings in that span. His next start will likely be in the middle of next week against Kansas City.
Sep 7 2022Twins manager Rocco Baldelli confirmed that Gray (hamstring) will start Thursday's series finale against the Yankees, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Yankee Stadium was often a house of horrors for Gray during his time with New York in 2017 and 2018, but he won't be pushed off the road start against his former team after he checked out fine following his bullpen session Tuesday. Gray departed from his most recent start last Friday against the White Sox due to a tight right hamstring, but he shouldn't face any restrictions with his pitch count when he takes the mound Thursday.
Sep 5 2022Gray (hamstring) is expected to throw a bullpen session Tuesday and is lined up to make his next start Thursday versus the Yankees, Megan Ryan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was originally expected to start Wednesday against New York, but he'll have his outing pushed back a day after his bullpen session was moved from Monday to Tuesday. The right-hander left his last outing Friday versus the White Sox early with right hamstring tightness, but he appears on track to avoid a trip to the injured list.
Sep 4 2022Gray (hamstring) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Monday in New York, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: If his sore right hamstring responds well to the throwing workout, Gray should get the green light to make his next turn through the rotation Wednesday against the Yankees. He was lifted after four innings during his last outing Friday versus the White Sox when his hamstring began to act up.
Sep 2 2022Gray was removed from Friday's start against the White Sox due to right hamstring tightness, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray appeared to grab his hamstring in the bottom of the third inning Friday and came back out for the fourth, but he struggled prior to exiting the game. Prior to his departure, he allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out two in four innings. It's not yet clear whether he'll be forced to miss additional time, but he tentatively lines up to make his next start on the road against the Yankees on Wednesday if he's deemed healthy enough to make his next turn through the rotation.
Aug 27 2022Gray allowed a run on one hit, four walks and a hit batter while striking out four over five innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray didn't give the Giants much to hit, throwing just 53 of 90 pitches for strikes. They failed to take advantage, picking up just one run on a sacrifice fly in the fifth inning. Gray has walked four or more batters three times in 20 starts this year, so it was an unusual lack of command for the right-hander. The 32-year-old has a 3.04 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 99:32 K:BB through 100.2 innings this season. He'll remain in search of his eighth win heading into next week's projected road start versus the White Sox.
Aug 22 2022Gray (7-4) took the loss Monday, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over six innings against the Rangers. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran was effective Monday but could not earn the win as the Twins only mustered one run behind him on the night. Gray has now thrown five or more innings with two or fewer runs allowed in five of his last six starts and owns a strong 3.10 ERA and 1.12 WHIP on the season, both his best since 2019. He will look to get back in the win column in his next scheduled start, which is lined up to be against the White Sox this weekend.
Aug 16 2022Gray (7-3) allowed three hits and a walk while striking out 10 over six shutout innings to earn the win Tuesday over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray racked up double-digit strikeouts for just the second time this season. It was also his sixth start out of 18 without allowing the opponent to score. The right-hander hadn't completed six frames in any of his last three starts, but he was able to take advantage of a favorable matchup. Gray owns a 3.11 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 89:27 K:BB through 89.2 innings this season. He's projected for two starts next week if the Twins' rotation stays on turn -- the first lines up as a home outing versus the Rangers.
Aug 11 2022Gray did not factor in the decision against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits and two walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up a pair of runs in the second inning but was staked to a lead when Minnesota scored four times between the third and fifth frames. The veteran right-hander couldn't capitalize on the support, however, surrendering two runs in the bottom of the fifth before getting pulled with two outs. It was the first time Gray has failed to complete five innings in four starts and also marked the first time he's given up more than one run over that stretch. His 3.33 ERA and 1.15 WHIP on the season are solid, but Gray is on pace to strike out less than a batter an inning for the first time since 2018.
Aug 4 2022Gray allowed a hit and five walks while striking out five in five scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Blue Jays on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was a bit generous with the free passes -- he's walked three or more batters only three times in 16 starts this year. The Blue Jays weren't able to capitalize against the right-hander, but he was denied a chance at the win after reliever Emilio Pagan was tagged for three runs in the sixth inning. Gray has allowed just two runs across 16 innings in three starts since the All-Star break. For the season, he owns a 3.19 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 74:24 K:BB across 79 frames. He'll need to show better control in his next start, which is tentatively projected to be a road start versus the Dodgers next week.
Jul 30 2022Gray (6-3) earned the win during Saturday's 7-4 victory over San Diego, allowing one run on five hits and one walk with five strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray faced four batters in each of his five frames with the lone run coming on a Manny Machado solo shot in the third inning to earn his second straight win. The 32-year-old has surrendered two runs in 11 innings across his last two turns compared to 14 runs in 13.1 innings across his first three starts of July. Gray takes a 3.41 ERA and 1.11 WHIP into his next start, scheduled to come midweek against Toronto.
Jul 24 2022Gray (5-3) earned the victory Sunday in Detroit, striking out seven in six innings while allowing a run on two hits, a walk and a hit batsman. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray retired the first 10 batters he faced and then ran into a little bit of trouble in the fourth when a hit-by-pitch, a walk and a single led to Detroit's lone run. He returned to form after that and retired seven of the last eight batters he faced. After starting the season with a 2.17 ERA through his first 10 starts, the 32-year-old struggled in his first three starts in July, allowing 14 runs in 13.1 innings while posting an 8:6 K:BB. Sunday's start was a step in the right direction, and his seven strikeouts were his most since May 24. The Tigers have not fared well against Gray this season as he's allowed one run on six hits in 13 innings while fanning 17.
Jul 15 2022Gray (4-3) took the loss against the White Sox on Thursday, allowing six runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out three batters over 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up a pair of first-inning runs and then served up a grand slam to Luis Robert in the fourth. All told, he surrendered season-worst marks of nine hits and six runs. The veteran hurler had a 2.17 ERA following a seven-inning quality start June 27, but he's faded badly in July. Over three starts this month, Gray has posted a 9.45 ERA and 1.88 WHIP across 13.1 frames. His season ERA has consequently shot up to 3.71.
Jul 8 2022Gray (4-2) yielded five runs on four hits and two walks over 4.2 innings against the Rangers on Friday. He took the loss and failed to record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray worked four scoreless innings before unraveling in the fifth. He gave up three runs and was charged with two more after Corey Seager's three-run shot off of Caleb Thielbar. It was Gray's first start this season allowing more than three earned runs; the 32-year-old saw his ERA climb to 3.03 with a 54:16 K:BB across 12 starts. Gray is projected to face the White Sox at home next week.
Jul 3 2022Gray did not factor into the decision Saturday against the Orioles, allowing three runs on six hits while striking out five and walking three over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Orioles got out to an early lead after Gray allowed three runners to cross the plate, but his offense would save him later as Baltimore came back to win the game. Gray threw 53 of 87 pitches for strikes across five frames. The Twins seem to be cautious with the righty as he has yet to surpass 100 pitches in a game and has thrown more than five innings four times in 11 appearances this season. Gray will take a 2.47 ERA into his next appearance.
Jun 28 2022Gray (4-1) picked up the win Tuesday, scattering three hits and a walk over seven scoreless innings in an 11-1 rout of the Guardians. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander wasn't dominant but was stingy with baserunners, and what action Cleveland did have on the basepaths mostly got erased by three double plays. The quality start was Gray's fourth of the year, and he'll take a 2.17 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 49:11 K:BB through 49.2 innings into his next outing.
Jun 22 2022Gray allowed four runs (three earned) on eight hits and no walks with four strikeouts in four-plus innings, taking a no-decision versus the Guardians on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray limited the damage to a Steven Kwan RBI triple in the third, but the Guardians put together a three-run rally in the fifth to knock him out of the contest. This was Gray's second start back from a pectoral strain, but it was a step back in performance after he notched five scoreless innings in his return. The right-hander has posted a 2.53 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 46:10 K:BB across 42.2 innings in nine starts overall. He'll look to pitch deeper in his next start, tentatively set for a rematch with the Guardians next week in Cleveland.
Jun 16 2022Gray did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing zero runs on three hits and zero walks over five innings against the Mariners. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was reinstated from the 15-day injured list due to a pectoral injury ahead of Wednesday's contest and tossed five scoreless innings in his first start since May 29. The right-hander never allowed more than one baserunner in an inning and was able to work around a Taylor Trammell leadoff double in the third. After throwing 65 pitches to get through five inning, Gray was replaced by Griffin Jax in the top of the sixth with the game still scoreless. Across eight starts and 38.2 innings, Gray sports a 2.09 ERA with a 42:10 K:BB. His next start is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday's matchup with Cleveland.
Jun 15 2022Gray (pectoral) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list ahead of Wednesday's start against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been sidelined since late May due to his right pectoral strain and didn't require a rehab assignment prior to rejoining the Twins' rotation. The right-hander threw 30 pitches in a simulated game Friday and is expected to be available to toss approximately four to six innings during Wednesday's start.
Jun 14 2022The Twins plan to activate Gray (pectoral) from the 15-day injured list to start Wednesday in Seattle, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will be one of two top-of-the-rotation arms rejoining the Twins this week, as Joe Ryan (illness) will be activated from the COVID-19-related later Tuesday ahead of his scheduled outing against the Mariners. After landing on IL on June 2 with the right pectoral strain, Gray wasn't sent out on a minor-league rehab assignment, but he threw a 30-pitch simulated game Friday and should be able to give the Twins around four to six innings Wednesday.
Jun 10 2022Gray (pectoral) is slated to rejoin the Twins' rotation sometime next week, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray threw 25-to-30 pitches in a simulated game Friday and apparently felt good afterward, as he's been cleared to rejoin the major-league club. The Twins haven't yet indicated which day Gray will start next week, but the team will also get reinforcements to its rotation since Joe Ryan (illness) is expected to start Tuesday or Wednesday against the Mariners.
Jun 9 2022Gray (pectoral) will throw an extended bullpen session Friday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been sidelined since late May due to a right pectoral strain, but he'll be attempt to handle an extended workload off a mound Friday. If the right-hander feels good following Friday's throwing session, it's possible that he'll be cleared to return to game action sometime next week.
Jun 2 2022Gray was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right pectoral strain Thursday, retroactive to May 30, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray exited Sunday's start against the Royals due to a sore right pectoral, but he improved in recent days and played catch Wednesday. However, the right-hander will ultimately be forced to miss several turns through the rotation. It's a discouraging setback for the 32-year-old, who posted a 1.65 ERA and 0.91 WHIP in 27.1 innings over five starts in May after returning from a hamstring injury. Yennier Cano was recalled from Triple-A St. Paul on Thursday, but it's not yet clear who will take Gray's place in the rotation.
Jun 1 2022Gray's pectoral soreness has improved and he played catch Wednesday, but manager Rocco Baldelli said the right-hander could still end up on the injured list, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray's progress since exiting Sunday's start indicates the injury isn't a serious concern, but the Twins may need to free up a roster spot given there's still some question marks with his availability a few days later. The 32-year-old may avoid the injured list if he shows significant improvement over the next couple days; however, Baldelli also said Minnesota "may end up having to make a decision that we don't really want to make in order to function better as a team."
May 31 2022Gray (pectoral) wasn't placed on the 15-day injured list after working out earlier Tuesday, but it's unclear if he'll be ready to make his next turn through the rotation this weekend in Toronto, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Rocco Baldelli previously said Gray would be evaluated prior to Tuesday's doubleheader with the Tigers before the Twins determine whether or not he'll require a stint on the IL. The lack of a transaction perhaps suggests that Gray has made some progress since exiting his most recent start Sunday with right pectoral soreness, but he's not necessarily out of the woods yet. Reliever Yennier Cano is currently with the Twins' taxi squad and would be the logical candidate to replace Gray on the roster if Gray is eventually deactivated.
May 30 2022Gray (pectoral) woke up sore Monday and may need a trip to the injured list, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray made it into the seventh inning of a strong start Sunday against the Royals before exiting with right pectoral soreness. The results of his MRI are not yet known, but Twins manager Rocco Baldelli appeared to be pessimistic about the righty's availability given that he remains sore. Whether or not he'd have to miss more than just two turns in the rotation if a trip to the injured list does wind up being required is not yet clear.
May 29 2022Gray was diagnosed with right pectoral soreness after leaving Sunday's start against Kansas City, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander fired six scoreless innings before suffering the injury during the seventh inning, and the one runner he left on base was allowed to score by the bullpen. Gray remains in line to pick up his third straight win, but his health is obviously the more pressing concern. The severity of the injury remains unclear, leaving Gray's availability in question going forward. He's expected to undergo an MRI later Sunday or Monday, according to the Associated Press.
May 24 2022Gray (2-1) earned the win Tuesday after he pitched seven scoreless, giving up four hits and a walk while striking out 10 versus the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was dominant Tuesday, allowing only one extra-base hit while striking out a season-high 10 batters. The outing was his longest of the campaign and he has allowed two or fewer runs in all six of his starts on the year. Since returning from the injured list May 6, Gray has posted a 1.69 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 30 strikeouts over 21.1 frames in four starts. His season-long numbers now stand at a 2.60 ERA and 1.12 WHIP over six outings. The 32-year-old tentatively lines up to toe the rubber next Sunday versus the Royals.
May 18 2022Gray (1-1) allowed two earned runs on six hits and no walks while striking out five across six innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed a run in each of the first and third innings, but he retired the last 10 batters he faced to turn in a solid performance. He induced eight groundouts, though he backed up his five strikeouts with only four swinging strikes across 84 total pitches. Even so, the performance was a step forward for Gray, as he turned in his longest outing of the campaign. Overall, he has a 3.48 ERA with a 25:9 K:BB across 20.2 frames this season.
May 13 2022Gray allowed two runs on four hits and four walks over 4.1 innings in Friday's win over the Guardians. He struck out eight and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray got through four innings with just one run allowed before Austin Hedges knocked a solo shot to lead off the fifth. The 32-year-old righty threw 82 pitches and forced just nine swinging strikes but still struck out a season-high eight batters. Gray has yet to finish five innings in any of his four starts this year. He'll carry a 3.68 ERA into his projected start in Oakland next week.
May 7 2022Gray threw four shutout innings Sunday against the Athletics, striking out seven while walking two and allowing two hits. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was limited to 66 pitches, which wasn't too big of a surprise given that it was his first outing back from a hamstring injury, having previously made just one three-inning rehab start. He didn't pitch long enough to get a win, but it was a very encouraging outing nonetheless, as the only time an Athletic reached scoring position was when Elvis Andrus singled and stole second base in the top of the third. Gray may still be on a pitch count for his next outing, which could come Friday against the Guardians.
May 6 2022Gray (hamstring) is coming off the injured list to start Saturday's game against the A's, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Earlier this week, it seemed Gray would make a rehab start at Triple-A St. Paul on Friday, but that start will instead come for the big club in a favorable matchup. He made his only rehab start Sunday, and hasn't pitched in the majors since April 16. Assuming he is fully healthy, Gray should be able to improve on his season numbers against an Oakland offense that ranks 26th in the majors with an 82 wRC+ and second-worst in baseball with a 26.0 K%.
May 3 2022Gray (hamstring) will make a second minor-league rehab start with Triple-A St. Paul later this week, Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray threw three scoreless innings with five strikeouts and no walks Sunday in his first rehab start for Single-A Fort Myers. Given the strong showing with Fort Myers, Gray looked to be a candidate to potentially return from the 10-day injured list this week, but the Twins will instead give him additional time to stretch out in the minors. Gray's continued absence should pave the way for rookie Josh Winder to make a second turn through the rotation.
May 1 2022Gray (hamstring) threw three scoreless innings with five strikeouts and no walks Sunday in a rehab start for Single-A Fort Myers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will likely return to the rotation Friday against Oakland, but there hasn't been an official announcement. The Twins will likely see how Gray is feeling Monday before making a decision.
Apr 26 2022Gray (hamstring) will not be activated from the 10-day IL when eligible Wednesday despite throwing a second bullpen session Tuesday without issue, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said it hopefully won't be too much longer before he's activated. The Twins may move back to a six-man rotation when Gray is ready to return as the other five starters have been throwing well.
Apr 17 2022Minnesota placed Gray on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a low-grade strain of his right hamstring, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old exited Saturday's start after 1.2 innings with tightness in his hamstring, and he'll require a stint on the injured list. However, it's not believed to be a serious issue and the Twins expect Gray to miss only one start, so he could be back April 27 after spending the 10-day minimum on the shelf.
Apr 16 2022Gray's leg injury that forced his early exit from his start Saturday against the Red Sox is a tight hamstring, and he's merely considered day-to-day for now, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray exited after throwing just 1.2 innings, allowing a pair of runs on a second-inning homer by Alex Verdugo. It's an encouraging sign that he's only considered day-to-day, but a trip to the injured list is seemingly still in play if he's forced to miss a start.
Apr 9 2022Gray pitched 4.2 innings, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four in a 4-3 loss Saturday against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was removed after 76 pitches with the Twins trailing 2-1. After only making one start in the spring, it's no surprise that Gray did not make it through five innings. The 32-year-old averaged just over five innings per start in the last two seasons and probably won't be relied upon to pitch late into games anytime soon. His next start will likely come next weekend in Boston.
Apr 3 2022Gray threw four scoreless innings in Sunday's spring training start with six strikeouts, no walks and no hits allowed. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was Gray's first and only major-league spring start, though he had previously thrown in a minor-league game. He looks ready for the regular season and is expected to make his first start Saturday against Seattle.
Mar 13 2022The Twins acquired Gray and minor-league pitcher Francisco Peguero from the Reds on Sunday in exchange for minor-league pitcher Chase Petty. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray had an up-and-down 2021 campaign with a 4.19 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 155:50 K:BB over 153.1 innings (26 starts), and the Reds opted to move on while acquiring Petty, who was the Twins' 2021 first-round pick. Gray also has a team option worth $12 million for 2023, which Minnesota is likely to pick up if he pitches well this year. Gray will headline a Twins rotation that otherwise features Joe Ryan, Dylan Bundy and Bailey Ober.
Sep 30 2021Gray (7-9) allowed five earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six across 4.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray surrendered runs in each of his last three innings to sink his effort. The big blow came on a two-run home run by Gavin Sheets in the third inning, as Gray allowed no other extra-base hits. He'll end the season in disappointing fashion, surrendering nine earned runs across his last 8.2 frames and two starts. Gray's final 4.19 ERA doesn't stand out positively, though he also had a 1.22 WHIP and 155 strikeouts across 135.1 innings.
Sep 24 2021Gray allowed four runs on five hits and four walks over four innings in Friday's win over Washington. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All four runs against Gray came in the first three innings. He served up solo homers to Keibert Ruiz and Alcides Escobar. The 31-year-old righty had allowed three or fewer earned runs in eight straight outings before Friday's lackluster performance. Gray now owns a 3.99 ERA with a 149:48 K:BB through 130.2 innings. He's projected to face the White Sox on the road next week.
Sep 18 2021Gray (7-8) allowed four runs on five hits and two walks with five strikeouts through six innings, taking the loss in Saturday's 5-1 defeat to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray allowed a Trea Turner infield single and nothing more through four innings but was touched up for three runs in the fifth and another in the sixth before getting the hook. After pitching to a 1.80 ERA over his previous five starts, it's safe to say Gray won't be too pleased with how this outing ended. He'll look to rebound in his next appearance, which is tentatively set to come Thursday against the Nationals.
Sep 13 2021Gray (7-7) was tagged with the loss Sunday against the Cardinals after allowing two runs on three hits and a walk while fanning six across seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was on a run of eight straight starts without a loss but that impressive streak came to an end Sunday, though he also kept alive his streak of appearances allowing two or fewer runs -- it's up to five appearances now, a span in which he's also recorded three quality starts. Gray has been nothing short of outstanding since the beginning of August, going 4-1 with a 3.02 ERA and a 0.85 WHIP across 44.2 innings (eight starts) in that span.
Sep 6 2021Gray tossed five innings Monday, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits while striking out eight in the loss to the Cubs. He did not factor into the game's decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old was tagged for a three-run home run by Ian Happ in the first inning before settling in and pitching four scoreless innings to finish his outing. Interestingly, Gray was pulled after only 66 pitches in favor of a pinch hitter in the top of the sixth inning. Since an eight run blow-up against the Cardinals on July 25, the right-hander has rebounded nicely with a 2.89 ERA and 0.92 WHIP over his last eight starts. He is projected to start next against the Cardinals on the road Sunday.
Sep 1 2021Gray (7-6) picked up the win in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Cardinals, allowing two runs on two hits over five innings in a 12-2 victory, He struck out three without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both hits off Gray left the yard for solo shots, but other than plunking Tommy Edman with a pitch, the right-hander kept the bases clear of traffic. The 31-year-old has won five straight decisions dating back to July 30, posting a 2.79 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 38:13 K:BB through 38.2 innings over that seven-start stretch.
Aug 31 2021Gray's start against the Cardinals on Tuesday was postponed due to inclement weather, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will likely have to wait just a day to pitch, especially if Tuesday's game is rescheduled as part of a doubleheader Wednesday. The righty is coming off arguably his best two-start stretch of 2021, as he's held opponents scoreless and struck out 11 in his last 13 innings.
Aug 26 2021Gray (6-6) allowed three hits and two walks while striking out six across six innings to earn the win Thursday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray dominated throughout his start, with his final frame the only time he ran into any real danger. He was consistently in the zone, as 60 of his 86 total pitches went for strikes. Gray has now delivered consecutive scoreless outings, and he's also allowed only four hits and four walks across 13 innings in that span. Overall, Gray has a 3.91 ERA with 124 strikeouts in 103.2 frames.
Aug 21 2021Gray (5-6) picked up the win Friday, allowing one hit and two walks over seven scoreless innings in a 5-3 victory over the Marlins. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander piled all his baserunners into the fourth inning as Miami loaded the bases on a single and the two free passes, but Gray escaped the jam by getting Brian Anderson to pop out to shallow center field and then fanning Lewis Brinson on three pitches. The quality start was only Gray's sixth of the season in 19 trips to the mound, and he'll carry a 4.15 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 118:39 K:BB through 97.2 innings into his next outing.
Aug 15 2021Gray allowed three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out two in 4.2 innings in Sunday's win over the Phillies. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been inconsistent recently, as he's allowed at least three runs in four of his six starts since the All-Star break. The right-hander began Sunday's game with three scoreless frames but gave up three runs across the fourth and fifth innings. Across his last six outings, Gray has now posted a 7.22 ERA and 1.60 WHIP in 28.2 innings. He tentatively lines up to make his next appearance at home against the Marlins on Friday.
Aug 10 2021Gray allowed two earned runs on three hits and three balls while striking out eight across five innings in the loss to Atlanta on Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite not getting the win, Gray missed eight bats Tuesday. His only damage came on a two-run homer by Adam Duvall in the fourth inning. The 31-year-old carries a strong 11.6 K/9 in 86 innings. He has a 4.40 ERA and a 1.38 WHIP this season. His next start is scheduled for Sunday in Philadelphia.
Aug 5 2021Gray (4-6) allowed four earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out seven across five innings, earning the win over the Pirates on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray fired four shutout innings before surrendering four runs in the fifth inning. He allowed five of his six hits all in that frame. However, he still received the run support needed to walk away with the win. The 31-year-old has struggled over his last four starts with a 8.53 ERA in 19 innings. On the season, his ERA has risen to 4.44 and his WHIP is up to 1.40. The righty offers high-strikeout potential with an 11.4 K/9 in 81 innings.
Jul 31 2021Gray (3-6) picked up the win Friday, allowing one run on five hits and a walk over six innings in a 6-2 victory over the Mets. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander celebrated not being dealt at the trade deadline by delivering his fifth quality start of the season and only his second since the beginning of June. Gray stumbled into the second half before rebounding Friday, coughing up 13 runs over eight innings in his first two starts after the All-Star break, and he'll carry a 4.26 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 96:29 K:BB through 76 innings into his next outing.
Jul 25 2021Gray (2-6) allowed eight runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out three in 3.1 innings, taking the loss versus St. Louis on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander yielded three home runs in the contest, and he was relieved by Edgar Garcia after Dylan Carlson's two-run blast in the fourth inning. Both of Gray's starts since the All-Star break have been poor, although Sunday's effort ended a streak of four outings without allowing a homer. The 31-year-old has a 4.50 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 89:28 K:BB through 70 innings this season. He lines up for a road start versus the Mets during next weekend's series.
Jul 18 2021Gray (2-5) couldn't escape the fifth inning against the Brewers on Sunday in the course of getting the loss, allowing five runs on six hits and four walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray very nearly got out of trouble in the fifth, but he then allowed a two-out, bases loaded single to Tyrone Taylor, and then a two-run triple to Jackie Bradley Jr., sucking all the air out of the balloon for the Reds. The Reds will hope Gray can help them recapture their momentum they had prior to the All-Star break with his next start against the Cardinals.
Jul 15 2021Gray (ribs) is slated to start Sunday's game against the Brewers, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray landed on the injured list with a strain in his rib cage July 8, but he should be able to return after spending the minimum amount of time on the shelf. The right-hander has posted a 2.10 ERA and 1.05 WHIP in 25.2 innings across his last five starts, and it's unlikely that he'll face significant workload restrictions following the brief absence.
Jul 8 2021Gray was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a rib cage strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray lasted seven innings for the second time this year in Wednesday's win over the Royals, but he apparently sustained a rib injury that will land him back on the injured list ahead of the All-Star break. The severity of the issue isn't yet clear, and whether he's able to return shortly after the All-Star break remains to be seen. Right-hander Tony Santillan was recalled from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move.
Jul 5 2021Gray was limited to 86 pitches upon his return from a groin injury and will probably be on a pitch count in his next outing Wednesday against the Royals, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray pitched well in his first start back, and manager David Bell suspects that after the All-Star break Gray will be allowed to go deeper. "It was a little more than I expected," Bell said. "Another start or two from now, he keeps going because he was good (Friday night), but we were very satisfied with what he was able to give us. I thought it was a great start, great having him back and seeing him pitch like that."
Jul 2 2021Gray allowed a run on five hits and a walk with eight strikeouts in five innings versus the Cubs on Friday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray threw 86 pitches (53 strikes) in his first start in over three weeks. The right-hander's lone blemish was an RBI double he allowed to Jason Heyward in the fourth inning. Through 55 innings this season, Gray has a 3.27 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 73:21 K:BB while posting a 1-4 record. He lines up for a road start in Kansas City next week.
Jun 28 2021Gray (groin) plans to start Friday's game against the Cubs, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been on the injured list since June 9 due to a right groin strain, but he made a rehab start for Triple-A Louisville on Saturday and allowed one hit and three walks while striking out four in three scoreless innings. He's slated to return to the majors to pitch on five day's rest in Friday's series opener against the Cubs, but it's not yet clear whether he could be on a pitch count following his brief rehab assignment.
Jun 26 2021Gray (groin) struck out four while allowing one hit and three walks across three scoreless innings during his rehab outing with Triple-A Louisville on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was initially slated to make his rehab start Thursday but a stiff back pushed the outing back to Saturday. The plan has been for the right-hander to make just one start with Louisville before rejoining the big-league rotation, so assuming that holds, he should line up to start for the Reds sometime toward the middle or end of next week.
Jun 24 2021Gray (groin) will now make his rehab start Saturday after he woke up with a stiff back Wednesday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was expected to begin his rehab assignment Thursday, but he'll wait a few more days as a precautionary measure. His back stiffness doesn't sound like a significant concern, so the right-hander should be able to get back on track assuming he's able to take the mound Saturday. However, Gray's minor setback could push back his potential return to major-league game action by a few days, so Tony Santillan could get another turn through the rotation.
Jun 22 2021Gray (groin) is scheduled to make a rehab start Thursday at Triple-A Louisville, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Shortly after Gray took part in fielding drills Tuesday, the Reds gave him the green light to head out on a rehab assignment later this week while he looks to prove he's fully recovered from a right groin strain. The Reds are planning to have him make just one three-inning rehab start at Louisville, and if all goes well, he would tentatively line up to return from the 10-day injured list to start June 29 against the Padres. Tony Santillan has been filling in for Gray in the Cincinnati rotation and is scheduled to make what could be his final start with the big club Thursday versus Atlanta.
Jun 18 2021Gray (groin) threw a successful bullpen session Friday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is expected to miss at least two more turns through the rotation due to his right groin strain, but he made a tangible step in his recovery by throwing a successful bullpen. Tony Santillan will likely continue to fill in as a starter while Gray is sidelined.
Jun 16 2021Gray is expected to miss at least two more turns through the Cincinnati rotation while he recovers from a right groin strain, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. "The best feel I have for when he'd come back is almost be like maybe two starts from [Tuesday]," Bell said of Gray's potential return from the 10-day injured list. "So, it might be 10 days away, right in that range." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A clearer target date for Gray's return from the IL could come into focus by this weekend, when Bell said the right-hander will likely throw a side session. Gray's groin injury has already cost him one turn through the rotation, with Tony Santillan getting a call-up from Triple-A Louisville to fill in for him. Santillan will make his first of what will likely be two more turns through the rotation Friday in San Diego.
Jun 15 2021Gray (groin) joined the Reds on their road trip this week and has made some progress in his recovery, though he doesn't yet have a projected return date, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray is eligible to return from the IL as early as Saturday, though that doesn't seem too likely. "He's progressing," manager David Bell said. "Nothing has changed. We don't have a date for his first start back, but no news is good news. It's improved every day, which is great."
Jun 9 2021Gray (groin) will miss at least two starts as he recovers from a right groin strain, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cincinnati will be without one of its more consistent starters for no fewer than two turns through the rotation. Riley O'Brien is expected to fill Gray's spot until he's ready to return.
Jun 8 2021Gray was removed from Tuesday's loss to the Brewers due to tightness in his groin, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander delivered three scoreless frames and was pulled after experiencing tightness while warming up for the fourth inning. Gray will undergo an MRI on Wednesday to determine the severity of the injury, leaving his status for the next turn through the rotation up in the air.
Jun 1 2021Gray (1-4) was tagged with the loss Tuesday against the Phillies after allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits and a walk while fanning eight across 4.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gave up two solo shots -- to Ronald Torreyes and Odubel Herrera in the third inning -- and struggled badly on the mound, though it's fair to mention the eight strikeouts tied his second-best output of the season in that category. Gray has now given up at least three earned runs in three of his last four starts and will try to bounce back in his next scheduled start at the Cardinals during the upcoming weekend.
May 27 2021Gray (1-3) earned the win over the Nationals on Thursday, allowing two hits and one walk over six scoreless innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was a stellar showing from Gray and he was rewarded with his first win since last August. The right-hander got 14 called strikes, eight swinging strikes and seven groundball outs on 90 pitches -- there was some thought he could go the distance in this seven-inning game, but manager David Bell turned to Lucas Sims for the save chance. Gray will take a 3.40 ERA into next week, which projects as a favorable two step (vs. PHI, at STL).
May 22 2021Gray didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Brewers, allowing three runs on five hits and four walks over six innings. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was the second quality start of the season for Gray, but he exited the game in line for his fourth loss before the Reds tied things up in the bottom of the sixth. The right-hander will carry a 3.96 ERA and 47:18 K:BB through 36.1 innings into his next outing.
May 17 2021Gray (0-3) took the loss after allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and two walks while striking out two over five innings Monday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray surrendered one run in the first inning, followed by two in the fourth on a two-run homer and one in the fifth on a solo blast. Monday marked just the second time this season he's allowed three or more runs in a start, but he's yet to pick up a win on the year. The right-hander owns a 3.86 ERA and 1.45 WHIP with a 39:14 K:BB across 30.1 frames in 2021.
May 12 2021Gray gave up one run on seven hits and two walks over 4.2 innings Wednesday at Pittsburgh. He had five strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old surrendered a season-high seven hits, but he was able to limit the damage to a single run since none went for extra bases. Gray has a 3.55 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 36:12 K:BB through 25.1 innings (five starts) in 2021.
May 9 2021With Sunday's rainout against Cleveland, the Reds will push every starting pitcher back a day this week, including Gray from Tuesday to Wednesday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While this means that Gray will get only one start this week at Pittsburgh, it also means that he'll avoid his scheduled start at Coors Field on Sunday, instead going the next day at home against the Giants a week from Monday.
May 5 2021Gray allowed only two hits and two walks over seven scoreless innings during Wednesday's extra-inning win over the White Sox. He had eight strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The teams combined for only seven hits on the afternoon, as the 31-year-old and counterpart Dallas Keuchel each delivered seven scoreless innings. Gray issued multiple walks for the fourth straight start to open the season, but he completed six innings for the first time and has 19 strikeouts in his last two outings.
Apr 28 2021Gray (0-2) was tagged with the loss Wednesday against the Dodgers after giving up two runs on four hits and three walks while fanning 11 across 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray might have suffered his second loss of the season, but he had a strong outing against one of the best offenses in the National League -- he fanned a season-high 11 batters and ended just one out away from recording what would've been his first quality start of the campaign. Gray has a 5.93 ERA through his first three starts of 2021, but this outing was clearly a step in the right direction for the 31-year-old right-hander. He's slated to take the ball next week at home against the White Sox.
Apr 23 2021Gray (0-1) took the loss against St. Louis on Friday, allowing five runs on six hits and three walks while striking out six over 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray's second outing of the campaign did not go well, as the right-hander failed to get out of the fourth inning. The bulk of the damage against Gray came in the third, when St. Louis tallied four runs on two doubles and three singles. The veteran did rack up six strikeouts for the second straight outing, but that was about the only positive in an otherwise forgettable appearance. Gray will look to bounce back in a tough road matchup against the Dodgers on Wednesday.
Apr 17 2021Gray threw 4.1 innings and did not factor in the decision against Cleveland on Saturday, allowing two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing the beginning portion of the season due to back spasms, Gray was activated Saturday and was able to throw 71 pitches (45 strikes) in his first start. He looked sharp early on before yielding a single run in both the third and fourth innings. The right-hander struck out six and kept the Reds close in a game they ultimately pulled out by a run. Assuming his back issue is now a thing of the past, Gray next lines up for a road start at St. Louis on Friday.
Apr 14 2021Gray (back) will start Saturday's game against Cleveland, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will make his season debut for the second game of the series against Cleveland after he missed the start of the year due to back spasms. The right-hander threw a successful simulated game Saturday and isn't expected to have a pitch count during Saturday's start, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Apr 13 2021Manager David Bell said Gray (back) is healthy and expected to start Friday or Saturday against Cleveland, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old completed a simulated game last weekend and is now poised the make his season debut toward the end of the week. Gray was shut down for a few days in mid-March with back spasms, delaying his start to the season by two weeks.
Apr 10 2021Gray (back) threw a successful simulated game Saturday and is expected to start for the Reds at some point next week, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been sidelined since mid-March due to back spasms, but his simulated game was his final hurdle prior to returning to game action. Manager David Bell didn't specify which game Gray would start next week, but he could line up to start at home against Cleveland on normal rest Friday.
Apr 9 2021Gray (back) is slated to throw a simulated game Saturday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been dealing with a back injury since March 14, but Saturday's sim game marks his final hurdle before he's able to return to game action. If his throwing session Saturday goes well, manager David Bell said that Gray could make his season debut at home against Cleveland on Friday.
Apr 5 2021Gray (back) felt healthy in a 60-pitch start Monday at Cincinnati's alternate training site, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been on the mend since March 14 due to a back issue, but he continues to make steady progress in his rehab. He'll be eligible to come off the injured list as early as mid-April, though the Reds have yet to announce when the right-hander will return from the injured list to make his 2021 debut.
Mar 30 2021Gray (back) will pitch a couple of innings in an intrasquad scrimmage Wednesday and could miss only two starts to begin the season, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray is hoping to build up his pitch count over the next two weeks. "I think we're in a good spot," Gray said. "I've got to get in games. I've got to get my pitch count built up. Where that pitch count is, I can't sit here right now and say I want to get through 100 pitches."
Mar 26 2021Gray (back) felt good after throwing about 30 pitches in a simulated game Friday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old continues to progress after being shut down for a few days in mid-March with back spasms, and the fact he's working against live hitters is a good sign for his outlook early in the season. Gray isn't expected to be available for the start of the season, but he may only be forced to miss one or two turns through the rotation as he builds up to a starter's workload.
Mar 24 2021Gray (back) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old tossed about 40 pitches during a bullpen session Tuesday, so he figures to continue ramping up his workload Friday. Gray returned to playing catch last week after being shut down for a few days with back spasms, and he appears to be progressing quickly through his throwing progression. The right-hander is expected to be unavailable for the first week of the season, but he may not miss additional time if he continues on his current trajectory.
Mar 20 2021Gray (back) will throw a side session Saturday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has been dealing with back spasms recently, but he resumed playing catch Wednesday and will have another throwing session Saturday. The 31-year-old doesn't expect to be ready for the first week of the regular season, but he could join the rotation after missing only one or two turns if he remains on track in his recovery. A better timetable for Gray's return could be established once he's able to ramp up his throwing progression.
Mar 17 2021Gray (back) resumed playing catch Wednesday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old was shut down from throwing over the weekend due to back spasms, but he was only fully shut down for a few days, as expected. The delay is still expected to prevent Gray from being available for the start of the season, though he could join the rotation after missing only one or two turns. The right-hander's outlook will remain a bit murky until he begins ramping up his throwing progression.
Mar 14 2021Gray doesn't expect to be ready for the first week of the season due to back spasms, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old hasn't pitched in a Cactus League game since March 4 and won't pick up a ball for three or four days, though he could apparently return to spring games sometime next week. Gray indicated he could be game ready for the opening series of the season against the Cardinals, but he'd likely only be stretched out to three innings. The right-hander doesn't sound overly concerned about the injury but would rather have a brief delay to his start of the season rather than risk a longer absence later on.
Mar 9 2021Gray was scratched from his spring training start Tuesday, instead throwing 40 pitches in a bullpen session, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Gray said last week that he wanted to tinker with some of his pitch repertoire. "There are a few things I'd like to work on and continue to spend some time on, especially now, because if it can help down the road, I'd like to be able to do that," Gray said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In February the Reds also said that they wanted to monitor Gray's workload early on - this decision serves both purposes. The good news here is that there wasn't an injury.
Feb 17 2021The Reds are going to monitor the innings for their pitchers, much like most every other MLB franchise this year. They haven't yet divulged their plans to their starters yet, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports when talking with Sonny Gray. "I don't think anyone truly knows what to expect," Gray said. "Do you shorten it at the front to be able to continue it at the back? Do you come out guns blazing and just see what happens? What do you do? I'm sure different organizations will have a philosophy on that. I trust D.J. with everything, as you guys know." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray seems like a good candidate to see his innings cut a little shorter, given his previous injuries, including a trip to the IL in 2020 with a back injury. The Reds previously said that they probably intend to go with a five-man rotation than a six-man one, so that's one route that's not likely.
Sep 27 2020Gray allowed two runs on two hits and four walks while striking out four over 5.1 innings in a no-decision against the Twins on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A right mid-back strain derailed Gray's season earlier this month, but he's been a full go since his return and seems close to full strength again heading into the postseason. The right-hander has allowed three runs with a 12:5 K:BB in two starts since his return (10.1 innings). Overall, Gray turned in a 5-3 record, 3.70 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 72:26 K:BB in 56 regular-season innings. He lines up for a potential Game 3 against Atlanta in the first round of the playoffs.
Sep 22 2020Gray gave up one run on two hits and one walk over five innings during Tuesday's loss to the Brewers. He had eight strikeouts and didn't factor in the decison. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander blanked Milwaukee through four innings, but Tyrone Taylor took him deep with a solo shot during the fifth. Gray finished at 80 pitches and likely would have pitched deeper were it not his first start off the injured list. He exited the contest with a 2-1 lead but the bullpen was unable to hold on. Gray has a 3.73 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 68:22 K:BB through 50.2 innings and potentially lines up to pitch Sunday's regular-season finale at Minnesota.
Sep 21 2020Gray (back) said he doesn't expect to face any limitations with his pitch count when he returns from the 10-day injured list to start Tuesday's game against the Brewers, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray has progressed well from the right mid-back strain he picked up earlier this month, with the injury likely a role in him turning in his two worst starts of the season before he was shut down. Though Gray emphasized that he feels great as he prepares to return from the IL, manager David Bell could have a quick hook for the right-hander if he doesn't look to be in top form early on during Tuesday's outing. The 27-27 Reds enter Monday tied with the Brewers and the Giants for the National League's eighth and final playoff spot, making Cincinnati's three-game home series with Milwaukee one of the more important ones for the MLB postseason picture.
Sep 20 2020Gray (back) will start Tuesday's game against the Brewers, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray will spend just over the minimum of 10 days on the injured list after recovering from a back strain. Since the right-hander will take the mound Tuesday, he could be available to pitch again on the final day of the regular season as the Reds compete for a postseason spot.
Sep 14 2020Gray, who was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right mid-back strain, said he's hopeful he'll be ready to rejoin the Cincinnati rotation during the final week of the regular season, Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Whether or not Gray returns may ultimately hinge on if the Reds have a legitimate chance at claiming a playoff spot; entering play Monday, Cincinnati sits two games behind in the wild-card race and 2.5 games behind St. Louis for second place in the National League Central. Gray is first eligible to return from the IL on Sept. 21, but before a determination on his availability for the final week of the season is made, he'll likely need to resume throwing without discomfort. Prior to being shut down, Gray had struggled through his two roughest starts of the season, giving up a combined 11 runs in four innings in losses to the Cardinals and Cubs.
Sep 13 2020Gray was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right mid-back strain, retroactive to Sept. 11. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old surrendered five runs over 3.1 innings during his last start Thursday, and he was apparently battling the back issue during the outing. It's unclear how long Gray is expected to be sidelined, but he'll be eligible to be reinstated Sept. 21.
Sep 10 2020Gray (5-3) took the loss against the Cubs on Thursday, allowing five runs on six hits and three walks while striking out four over 3.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray made it through three innings without surrendering a run, but he imploded in the fourth, yielding a pair of walks and three hits while collecting only one out. By the end of the frame, Gray had been charged with five runs en route to his second straight loss. Over his last two starts, the right-hander has given up a combined 11 earned runs in four innings to see his ERA balloon to 3.94. He'll try to get his once-promising campaign back on track in a home matchup against Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Sep 6 2020Gray will return to the mound for Thursday's game against the Cubs, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This essentially results in Gray missing one start in order to get back in sync and get a little extra rest.
Sep 4 2020Gray will not pitch as scheduled Sunday against the Pirates, instead pitching next week against the Cubs, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray got roughed up by the Cardinals in his last start and his lower half may have been out of sync during his delivery. According to Rosecrans, the veteran right-hander indicated he's healthy and is just receiving some extra rest between starts.
Sep 1 2020Gray (5-2) was charged with the loss Tuesday against the Cardinals after recording only two outs and giving up six runs on five hits with one strikeout and three walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old was unable to make it out of the first inning as he delivered only 17 of his 38 pitches for strikes. Gray entered Tuesday's game with only nine runs allowed through seven starts, but the short outing made a significant dent in his numbers. The right-hander has a 3.19 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 56:18 K:BB through 42.1 innings and will look to get back on track Sunday in Pittsburgh.
Aug 27 2020Gray (5-1) picked up the win in the first game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Brewers, allowing four hits and two walks over five scoreless innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With trade rumors swirling around Gray and other members of the Cincy rotation, the right-hander turned in yet another excellent performance. He tossed 50 of 85 pitches for strikes and lowered his ERA to 1.94, but fell short of his sixth quality start in seven outings. Gray is next scheduled to take the mound Tuesday, at home against the Cardinals.
Aug 26 2020Gray's scheduled start vs. the Brewers on Wednesday was postponed, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both teams agreed to postpone Wednesday's game in protest of a police shooting in Kenosha, WI. According to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic, the game will be made up via a doubleheader Thursday, with Gray taking the ball for Game 1.
Aug 20 2020Gray took a no-decision during Thursday's loss to the Cardinals, allowing a pair of runs on four hits across six innings. He walked four and struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't the best start for the 30-year-old, who had given up one earned run or less in four of his first five starts this season. Even still, Gray whiffed six batters and refrained from serving up any home runs. He left the game with the lead, but unfortunately the bullpen could not hold on. The right-hander currently ranks second in the majors in strikeouts (51) and is tied for third in quality starts (5). Next up, Gray heads to Milwaukee for a Wednesday contest against the Brewers.
Aug 15 2020Gray (4-1) allowed one run on five hits while walking a batter and striking out 10 in 6.2 innings as he helped the Reds to an easy 8-1 victory over the Pirates on Friday night. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There wasn't much doubt that Gray would bounce back after he was roughed up by the Brewers for his first loss last Sunday. The right-hander reached double-digit strikeouts for the second time this season and has now given up one earned run or less in four of his first five starts. Gray currently leads the majors in strikeouts (45) and is tied atop the leaderboard in quality starts (4) and wins (4). His next scheduled start is supposed to come Thursday on the road against the Cardinals, but due to complications in the St. Louis clubhouse because of COVID-19, the Reds may act as the away team in their home stadium, which should massively benefit Gray as he boasts a 0.96 ERA over four home starts this season.
Aug 9 2020Gray (3-1) allowed four runs on six hits and three walks while striking out seven over 5.1 innings in a loss to the Brewers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The sixth inning was the trouble spot; Gray allowed hits to three of the first four batters he faced before being pulled. Michael Lorenzen allowed both inherited runners to score, marring Gray's line with two additional earned runs. Gray was among the best pitchers in baseball out of the gates with a 0.96 ERA and 28:5 K:BB in his first three starts (all at home) and will return to Great American Ball Park for his next start, Aug. 14 against the Pirates.
Aug 3 2020Gray (3-0) was charged with two runs (one earned) on four hits over six innings in a win over Cleveland on Monday. He struck out eight and issued two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was a little off his game early on but bounced back in a major way, allowing just one hit over his final four innings. With that, Gray extended his streak of consecutive starts with six or fewer hits allowed to 36, the longest streak in MLB history. Opponents are batting just .129 against Gray through 18.2 innings, and he has an outstanding 28:5 K:BB. He will get his first road test of the season this weekend in Milwaukee.
Jul 29 2020Gray (2-0) allowed two runs (none earned) on one hit and one walk while striking out 11 across 6.2 innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A hit batsman was the only baserunner the Cubs could muster off Gray until the fifth inning, when Ian Happ drove a double into the gap. Gray was otherwise dominant, backing his strikeout total with 24 called strikes and 13 swinging strikes on 92 total pitches. Through two starts, Gray has maintained a 0.71 ERA while racking up 20 strikeouts across 12.2 innings of work. He's currently scheduled to draw his next start Monday against Cleveland.
Jul 24 2020Gray (1-0) gave up one run on three hits and two walks while striking out nine over six innings in a win over the Tigers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: C.J. Cron golfed a low pitch for a home run, but otherwise the Tigers couldn't touch Gray. The right-hander induced ugly swing after ugly swing and froze hitters with late movement on his pitches. While Gray was not treated as a fantasy ace during draft season, he's been getting closer to that conversation seemingly with every start since joining Cincinnati prior to the 2019 season. Up next is a home start against the Cubs on Wednesday.
Jul 8 2020Gray will be the Reds' Opening Day starter Friday, July 24 against the Tigers, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray gets a nice matchup to begin the season against the Tigers and then will be followed by Luis Castillo, Trevor Bauer, Wade Miley and Anthony DeSclafani.
Jun 27 2020Gray has thrown with teammate Curt Casali three times a week in Nashville during the COVID-19 shutdown and has been throwing to hitters for a little more than a month, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. "I'm hoping to come into this abbreviated spring and hit the ground running and start off around two innings and build up from there," Gray said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The gist of the article was how Gray and teammate Michael Lorenzen both believe they won't need much time to get up to speed to be ready for the start of the season in late July. Nonetheless, it wouldn't be a surprise if Gray and other Reds starters still have shortened outings to begin the season.
Mar 27 2020Gray has been able to work out with teammate Curt Casali during MLB's shutdown period, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray only threw seven innings in spring training, as he was just a tad behind his teammates because of his offseason arthroscopic elbow surgery to remove bone chips. He was fully healthy in those outings, however. He should be at full capacity whenever baseball is ready to resume.
Feb 26 2020Gray threw two scoreless innings in his spring training debut against the Mariners on Wednesday, striking out three in the process. The outing was Gray's first since having bone chips removed from his elbow in September, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray came away encouraged from the results. "Man, I was excited for today. It was nice," Gray said. "I was trying to throw my fastball and just rip it the whole time. I checked a lot of boxes. I got my mind right. I was able to compete. It was good. I wished I could have gotten a leadoff hitter out, but other than that, it was good." After being limited to 175 innings last season, Gray could carry a heavier workload in 2020.
Feb 24 2020Gray (elbow) is scheduled to make his first start of the spring Wednesday against the Mariners, according to MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray spent the offseason working his way back from elbow surgery, and it appears everything went off without a hitch. Barring any setbacks this spring, Gray figures to take the ball at some point during the Reds' season-opening series with the Cardinals.
Feb 15 2020Gray (elbow) has been throwing bullpen sessions already without suffering the elbow cramps and stiffness that he felt last spring, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray had bone chips in his elbow that were removed in September and dealt with them for years. "It's been pretty normal," Gray said Saturday about his recent bullpen sessions. "I probably threw more this offseason than I have. It'll be achy every now and again. But I threw my long bullpen [session] and came in and it feels great and it feels good today. It's weird, because it doesn't pop. I'm so used to throwing and it getting really stiff and having to pop it and spending hours in the training room."
Sep 25 2019Gray underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow Wednesday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The procedure, which cleaned up loose bodies that he apparently dealt with all season, isn't expected to affect Gray's normal offseason routine. The right-hander enjoyed a bounce-back campaign in 2019, compiling a 2.87 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 205 strikeouts across 175.1 innings (31 starts) with the Reds.
Sep 24 2019Gray (11-8) allowed three earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out six across five innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was limited to just 74 pitches in his final start of the season, marking just his second start in his last 10 in which he didn't throw at least six innings. Overall, it was a stellar bounceback season for Gray, as he posted a 2.87 ERA and 1.08 WHIP across 175.1 innings. His 205 punchouts were also a career-best mark -- his previous high was 183 across 219 in 2014. While still not among the most elite pitchers in the game, Gray reasserted himself as a very reliable pitching option heading into 2020.
Sep 18 2019Gray (11-7) picked up the win in Tuesday's 4-2 victory over the Cubs, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over 6.2 innings while striking out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander has given the Reds quality starts in each of his last six trips to the mound and eight of nine since the beginning of August, posting a stellar 1.46 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 69:27 K:BB through 55.2 innings over that stretch. Off days and Cincy's six-man rotation seem set to give Gray some extra rest, but he could get a final chance to play spoiler for an NL Central rival during next week's home series against the Brewers.
Sep 12 2019Gray (10-7) gave up three runs on two hits and three walks while striking out nine over 6.1 innings to take the loss against the Mariners on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gray was pitching a no-hitter going into the the seventh inning, but he hit a batter, walked another, and gave up a three-run homer to put a tough finish on an otherwise spectacular outing. It's been a nice stretch for the 29-year-old, as he's posted a 4-1 record with a 1.50 ERA and a 0.95 in his last seven starts. Gray is scheduled to make his next start Monday against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
Sep 5 2019Gray allowed one run on four hits with seven strikeouts and zero walks across six innings during a no-decision against the Phillies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was outstanding, and the Reds finally gave him a lead in the sixth, which he departed with, but the Cincinnati bullpen was unable to hold it. Still, the performance extends Gray's streak of allowing two or fewer runs in his last seven outings. Since July 22, he is 5-0 with a 1.50 ERA in nine starts. Overall, Gray, who is scheduled to make his next start Wednesday at the Mariners, is 10-6 with a 2.75 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 181 strikeouts in 157.1 innings this season.
Aug 31 2019Gray didn't factor in the decision in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader at St. Louis after giving up one unearned run on five hits across 6.2 innings. He struck out
Aug 26 2019Gray (10-6) gave up two runs on two hits and five walks while striking out six through six innings to earn the win over the Marlins on Monday.
Aug 20 2019Gray (9-6) allowed one earned run on four hits and three walks while striking out 10 across six innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Padres.
Aug 15 2019Gray (8-6) picked up the win against the Cardinals on Thursday, giving up no runs on just one hit over five innings, striking out 10 and walking three as the Reds
Aug 11 2019Gray (7-6) allowed two hits and four walks while striking out seven over six scoreless innings in a win over the Cubs on Saturday.
Aug 4 2019Gray threw seven shutout innings with four hits and four walks along with seven strikeouts during a no-decision against the Braves on Sunday.
Jul 29 2019Gray (6-6) gave up four runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three through 5.1 innings to take the win over the Pirates on Monday.
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Jul 22 2019Gray gave up one run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven through six innings in a no-decision against the Brewers on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 17 2019Gray (5-6) took the loss Wednesday against the Cubs after giving up two runs on two hits over six innings. He struck out eight and walked none.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 12 2019Gray pitched seven innings in Friday's no-decision, allowing a run on five hits and three walks. He struck out nine in the 3-2 loss to the Rockies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Gray was brilliant Wednesday over the Brewers, throwing eight shutout innings while striking out 12 batters in the win.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 29 2019Gray (4-5) picked up the win in Friday's 6-3 victory over the Cubs, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk over 6.1 innings while striking out six.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 29 2019Gray (4-5) struck out six and picked up the win Friday over the Cubs, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk over 6.1 innings.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Gray struggled Friday night against the Brewers, allowing four runs on six hits and four walks over 4.1 innings, giving up two homers in the process.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Gray (3-5) allowed three runs on five hits with eight strikeouts and no walks across five innings to earn a victory against the Rangers on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Gray allowed three runs on four hits with three strikeouts and three walks across 5.2 innings during a no-decision against the Phillies on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Gray (2-5) allowed two runs on five hits with four strikeouts and one walk across five innings while taking the loss against the Nationals on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Gray (2-5) allowed two runs on five hits with four strikeouts and one walk across five innings while taking a loss against the Nationals on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Gray (2-4) allowed one run on five hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings in a win over the Pirates in Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Gray (1-4) allowed five hits and four walks while striking out nine across six scoreless innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Brewers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Gray allowed three earned runs on five hits and no walks while striking out seven across five innings Wednesday against the Cubs. He did not factor into the decision.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Gray will start Wednesday against the Cubs instead of Tuesday as previously scheduled, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 9 2019Gray didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 5-4 extra-innings loss to the A's, allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits and five walks over 4.1 innings while striking out three.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 21 2018Gray improved to 7-7 on the year after allowing three runs (two earned) in three walks and three hits, striking out six in 5.1 innings.Gray was hardly dominant, but he did enough to give his offense the chance to win the game. He allowed a second-inning solo shot to Michael Conforto but then didn't get into much trouble until the sixth inning, when he was removed with one out after allowing back-to-back walks, both of which came around to score. Gray's ERA still sits at a disappointing 5.34, but he's at least coming off of back-to-back wins. He'll have a chance to make it three straight Thursday against the Royals.
Jul 11 2018Gray (6-7) got the win Wednesday, firing six shutout innings with eight strikeouts while allowing three hits and a walk against the Orioles.Gray was staked out to a five-run lead by the top of the third, and a combination of the run support and facing one of the league's weaker lineups was enough to get the 28-year-old back on track. He'd allowed at least four runs in four of his previous five starts and still has a bloated 5.46 ERA and 1.51 WHIP following Wednesday's outing, so he may benefit from the extended time off coming with the All-Star break approaching next week.
Jul 6 2018Gray (5-7) surrendered five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four across two innings as he took the loss Friday against the Blue Jays.Gray was hit hard in the second inning, allowing five runs before getting out of the inning. Following Friday's performance, he's turned in back-to-back disastrous starts, allowing 11 runs across 4.1 innings combined. Despite this, manage Aaron Boone plans to keep Gray in the rotation for at least one more start, which figures to come Tuesday against Baltimore.
Jun 30 2018Gray (5-6) took the loss Saturday against Boston, lasting only 2.1 innings and giving up six runs on seven hits and two walks. He didn't record a strikeout.A Rafael Devers first-inning grand slam accounted for most of the damage, and Gray labored with 68 pitches in the abbreviated appearance. Gray now owns the dubious record of the worst home ERA (7.10) of any Yankees starter (minimum 13 starts), per MLB.com's Bryan Hoch via Baseball Reference. Safe to say in his rough season (5.44 ERA, 8.0 K/9, 4.0 BB/9 in 82.2 frames) that he should be avoided for his Bronx assignments whenever possible. At least he's on the road for his scheduled Friday turn against the Blue Jays, but he remains a boom-or-bust fantasy asset.
Jun 23 2018Gray (5-5) allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out seven across 6.2 innings to take the loss Saturday against the Rays.The Rays got to Gray early, scoring three runs in the first two innings on the strength of two doubles. From there, Gray settled in to record 15 straight outs before surrendering a solo home run to Willy Adames to end his day. In spite of the four earned runs, this start can be considered another step forward for him, as he generated 17 swinging strikes and seven groundballs.
Jun 18 2018Gray (5-4) allowed two runs on six hits and one walk across five innings to earn the win Monday against the Nationals. He struck out seven.Gray limited baserunners effectively apart from the second and fourth innings, when he put multiple men aboard and allowed an RBI groundout and a sacrifice fly, respectively. He pounded the strike zone at a 71 percent clip while inducing 16 swinging strikes, and six groundball outs helped him mitigate the damage. Gray is turning things around after an abysmal start and has now allowed two earned runs or fewer in four of his last six starts to bring his ERA to 4.89. He'll look to continue his recent success this weekend against the Rays.
Jun 13 2018Gray didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Nationals, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks over five innings while striking out one.The right-hander was far from dominant, generating only six swinging strikes among his 89 pitches (51 strikes in total), and his chances at a win were ruined when he served up a three-run shot to 19-year-old Juan Soto in the fourth inning. Gray will carry a rough 4.98 ERA into his next outing Monday in a rematch with the Nats in Washington.
Jun 6 2018Gray didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 3-0 extra-innings win over the Blue Jays, allowing two hits and two walks over eight scoreless innings while striking out eight.The right-hander threw 63 of 99 pitches for strikes and retired the first 12 batters he faced before the Jays put together their only rally of the game in the fifth inning, which Gray was able to escape thanks to an out at the plate followed by a double play. He's now posted quality starts in three of his last four outings, and Gray will carry a rapidly improving 4.81 ERA into his next start Wednesday at home against the Nationals.
Jun 1 2018Gray (4-4) allowed one run on four hits and struck out six across six innings as he picked up the win Friday against the Orioles.Gray surrendered a solo home run to Manny Machado in the second inning, but he would go on to toss a quality outing. He was able to bounce back from his previous start, when he took the loss after allowing five runs in 3.2 innings to the Angels. Gray sits with a 5.50 ERA and 1.60 WHIP with 50 strikeouts across 55.2 innings.
May 31 2018Gray will start Friday's game against the Orioles, Marc Carig of The Athletic New York reports.Gray and the rest of the Yankee starters will have their scheduled starts pushed back a day following Thursday's game being postponed due to inclement weather.
May 31 2018Gray will not make his scheduled start Thursday against the Orioles as the game has been postponed due to inclement weather.The two teams will play a makeup game as part of a doubleheader on July 9. The Yankees have not announced their rotational plans moving forward following Thursday's postponement.
May 26 2018Gray (3-4) took the loss against the Angels on Saturday in an 11-4 defeat, allowing five runs on seven hits and three walks over 3.2 innings while striking out seven.The Yankees' offense actually staked the right-hander to a 4-1 lead after two innings, but Gray gave it all right back before getting the early hook. He threw only 52 of 86 pitches for strikes while getting tagged with at least five runs for the fourth time in his last eight starts. As a result, he'll carry a 5.98 ERA into his next outing Thursday in Baltimore.
May 20 2018Gray (3-3) allowed one earned run on four hits while walking one and striking out five across eight innings to earn the win Sunday against the Royals.Gray worked efficiently Sunday, needing only 92 pitches to complete his eight strong innings of work. He relied mostly on his ability to get groundballs -- 12 of the 19 balls in play that he allowed were on the ground -- to keep the Royals offense in check. Austin Romine was behind the plate Sunday, and there have been rumblings that Gray is more willing to pitch low in the zone with him behind the plate rather than Gary Sanchez. Perhaps not coincidentally, the four starts this season in which he has pitched at least six innings have come with Romine at catcher.
May 12 2018Gray (2-3) took the loss against the A's on Friday, giving up five runs on nine hits and three walks over five innings while striking out two.The right-hander breezed through a 1-2-3 first inning, but after that Oakland's bats teed off on Gray, with two of their nine hits leaving the yard -- the first time in eight starts he's given up multiple homers. Despite his success at limiting the long ball, Gray will take a 6.39 ERA and mediocre 32:24 K:BB through 38 innings into next Friday's road outing against the Royals.
May 5 2018Gray improved to 2-2 on the season by throwing six innings Saturday against Cleveland, giving up two runs on four hits and a pair of walks while striking out seven.It's the second straight positive start for Gray, who also gave up two runs on four hits in six innings last time out against the Astros. His ERA still sits at 6.00 for the season, though, after several poor starts in April. He'll look to keep things rolling Friday against Oakland.
Apr 30 2018Gray (1-2) took the loss Monday night despite holding the Astros to two runs on four hits and three walks with four strikeouts over six innings.Gray was much better than in two no-decisions his past two times out, in which he walked a combined nine batters over seven innings, but the Yankees offense couldn't support him against Houston's Charlie Morton. It was refreshing that Gray was able to find his control somewhat, but it was still shaky and has been suspect all season long. Gray now has walked 19 batters in just 27 innings, a 6.3 BB/9 that won't cut it over the long haul. But Gray worked around the walks Monday night against one of the best lineups in the American League, and considering his struggles to date, the Yankees and their fans have to feel pretty good about that despite the loss.
Apr 25 2018Gray didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's win over the Twins, giving up three runs on six hits and five walks over 4.2 innings while striking out four.The Yankees' bats gave Gray plenty of run support, but he couldn't pitch deep enough into the game to collect his second win of the season. The right-hander threw 60 of 104 pitches for strikes, and while the outing actually lowered his ERA to 7.71, his 19:16 K:BB in 21 innings remains poor. He'll have a hard time turning things around in his next start Monday on the road against the Astros.
Apr 20 2018Gray (1-1) escaped with a no-decision in Friday's 8-5 loss to the Blue Jays, giving up five runs on five hits and four walks over 3,1 innings. He failed to strike out a batter.After holding Toronto off the board in the first two innings, Gray got tagged for a two-run homer by Teoscar Hernandez -- the first long ball he's served up so far this year -- in the third before things went completely off the rails in the fourth. The right-hander now carries a brutal 8.27 ERA through 16.1 innings, and his 15:11 K:BB doesn't offer much hope of a quick turnaround. Gray will next take the mound Wednesday at home against the Twins.
Apr 12 2018Gray (1-1) allowed six runs on seven hits while walking two and striking out three across three innings to take the loss Thursday against the Red Sox.Gray didn't appear comfortable on the mound Thursday, starting just 9-of-21 batters with a strike and generating only four swinging strikes. He was also the victim of several weakly hit singles and a fielding blunder by Giancarlo Stanton. The positive to be taken from this start was that he didn't allow a home run -- something that has plagued him in the past. Gray has been decent, if unspectacular, to begin the season and he'll look to bounce back in his next start, which is likely to come against the Marlins on Tuesday.
Apr 7 2018Gray (1-0) picked up the win over the Orioles on Saturday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over six innings while striking out four.The right-hander stepped up to help save a depleted bullpen after CC Sabathia (hip) made an early exit from Friday's 14-inning affair, firing 55 of 86 pitches for strikes in his first win -- and first quality start -- of 2018. Gray will face a sterner test when he next takes the mound Thursday in Boston.
Apr 1 2018Gray gave up one run on seven hits and three walks over four innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Blue Jays.Despite allowing 10 players to reach base, Gray managed to give up just one run and struck out eight batters. However, his pitch count grew quickly and reached 89 over just four innings of work, resulting in the Yankees turning to their bullpen early in the contest. His next start figures to be Saturday when the Yankees host the Orioles.
Mar 20 2018Gray is slated to start the Yankees' fourth game of the season April 1 against the Blue Jays, Lindsey Adler of The Athletic New York reports.In order to split up the two lefties in the rotation -- CC Sabathia and Jordan Montgomery -- manager Aaron Boone will insert the right-handed Gray in between them in the pitching schedule. While splitting the past season with the Athletics and Yankees, Gray bounced back from a horrid 2016 campaign in a major way, finishing with a 3.55 ERA and 8.4 K/9 in 27 starts. While having a potent Yankees offense backing him for the entire year should help Gray improve on the 10 wins he notched last season, his ratios could take a hit while he makes roughly half his starts in the Bronx. Over his five outings in Yankee Stadium last season, Gray posted a 5.65 ERA and served up eight home runs in 28.2 innings.
Jan 12 2018Gray agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million deal with the Yankees on Friday, Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports.This was the second offseason as an arbitration-eligible player for Gray, who will receive a bump of $2.975 million from last year. During 27 starts between Oakland and New York in 2017, he posted a 3.55 ERA and 1.21 WHIP over 162.1 innings. Looking ahead, he should be a reliable option at the pitching position in 2018, but an area of concern lies with his propensity to give up home runs in Yankee Stadium. Nonetheless, expect similar numbers during this upcoming season.
Oct 12 2017Gray will start Game 4 of the ALCS against the Astros on Tuesday.Gray will be more than well rested for his second start of the postseason, as the 27-year-old last toed the rubber for Game 1 of the ALDS on Oct. 5. He allowed three runs on three hits and four walks while striking out two over 3.1 innings during that outing.
Oct 4 2017Gray will start Game 1 of the ALDS against the Indians on Thursday, Nick Camino of Newsradio WTAM 1100 reports.The Yankees used their ace, Luis Severino, for Tuesday's wild-card game, so they'll turn to Gray for Thursday's series opener. The 27-year-old posted a 3.72 ERA and 1.26 WHIP in 11 starts since being acquired by the Yankees. He'll face Trevor Bauer and a difficult Indians lineup in his first playoff appearance since 2013.
Sep 28 2017Gray (11-11) allowed six runs on six hits and five walks while striking out just two batters through 4.2 innings to take the loss against Tampa Bay on Thursday.This obviously wasn't Gray's strongest showing, and he's now lost three of his past four starts. However, the 27-year-old righty will still finish the regular season with a solid 3.49 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 8.5 K/9. Those numbers move the fantasy needle in all settings, and Gray will also have an opportunity to further boost his stock during the postseason.
Sep 23 2017Gray (10-11) allowed one run on four hits and three walks while striking out four across six innings to earn the win Saturday against the Blue Jays.Gray gave up a solo homer in the third inning, but otherwise held the Blue Jays in check while the Yankees scored three times in the fifth inning to help him earn his 10th victory of the campaign. He's been outstanding in three of his last four starts, and overall, he's been an excellent fantasy option since joining the Yankees on August 3. He'll make his next start Friday against the Blue Jays.
Sep 17 2017Gray (9-11) allowed five runs on six hits and two walks across four innings while taking the loss Sunday against the Orioles. He struck out four.Gray allowed a pair of runs over the first three innings, but the big hit came in the form of a three-run home run from Tim Beckham in the fourth. He did not pump in strikes with his usual efficiency and struggled when he was forced to pitch from behind in the count. Gray had allowed more then two earned runs just one of his previous 14 starts and still owns a solid 3.38 ERA for the year. He will look to get back on track Saturday against the Blue Jays.
Sep 16 2017Gray will start Sunday's game against the Orioles, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.The Yankees don't want CC Sabathia pitching on Toronto's turf next weekend, so they'll switch up their rotation to accommodate. Gray, who is coming off a complete-game gem earlier in the week, will now make his next start on normal rest. He owns a 2.66 ERA and 49:17 K:BB in eight starts since being traded to the Yankees.
Sep 12 2017Gray (9-10) took the loss against the Rays despite pitching a complete game Tuesday, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out nine over eight innings.Unfortunately for the right-hander, two of those hits were solo shots by Kevin Kiermaier and Adeiny Hechavarria, and the Yankees weren't able to produce much offense against Blake Snell and the Rays bullpen. Gray now has a 2.66 ERA and 49:17 K:BB in 50.2 innings over eight starts since being traded from Oakland, and he should be poised for another strong outing Sunday at home against the reeling Orioles.
Sep 7 2017Gray (9-9) allowed a single unearned run on six hits and two walks while striking out five batters through 5.2 innings during Thursday's win over Baltimore.Gray struggled last time out, so it was encouraging to see him pitch around eight baserunners and limit the damage Thursday. The 27-year-old righty is in the midst of a rebound showing with a 3.22 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 8.6 K/9, and he's also in a solid fantasy setup moving forward with the Yankees closing in on a playoff berth. Gray lines up to face the Rays at Tropicana Field in his next outing.
Sep 6 2017Gray's scheduled start Wednesday against the Orioles was postponed, Brendan Kuty of NJ.com reports.He will likely take the ball Thursday in the make-up game. This works perfectly, as neither team was scheduled to play Thursday, so it would seem both rotations will remain as is.
Sep 2 2017Gray (8-9) fell to the Red Sox on Friday, allowing four runs on five hits -- including three home runs -- and a walk over seven innings while striking out nine.The right-hander looked dominant at times in this one, firing 67 of 98 pitches for strikes, but Boston hitters made him pay when he got too much of the plate. Gray now has a 3.16 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 35:14 K:BB in 37 innings over six starts since coming to the Bronx from Oakland and has helped keep the Yankees firmly in the playoff chase. He'll next tale the mound Wednesday in Baltimore.
Aug 27 2017Gray (8-8) allowed one run on three hits and two walks, while striking out nine over seven innings to earn the win over the Mariners on Saturday.Gray bounced back from his first ever start without a strikeout to punch out nine -- the most he's had since ringing up 10 in an early June start with Oakland. The 27-year-old was sharp all day in this one, and the only damage done was a solo shot in the third inning. Gray still hasn't allowed more than two earned runs in 11 consecutive starts, and he'll look to keep that run going in a tough matchup Thursday against the Red Sox.
Aug 20 2017Gray (7-8) allowed two runs on seven hits and two walks across five innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Red Sox. He did not record a strikeout.Gray struggled with the bottom of the lineup in this one, yielding a two-run triple to ninth-place hitter Jackie Bradley Jr. in the second inning. He battled out of trouble on several occasions, but that took a toll on his pitch count, with reached 101 by the end of the fifth inning. Though Gray's string of nine consecutive quality starts came to an end, he has still allowed no more than two earned runs in any of his four starts since moving over from Oakland. He will carry a sharp 3.38 ERA into Saturday's start against the Mariners.
Aug 15 2017Gray (7-7) allowed two runs on five hits and two walks across six innings to earn the victory Tuesday against the Mets. He struck out five.Gray enjoyed a tremendous start in this one, rolling through six scoreless innings as his team built an early lead. He pushed on into the seventh but walked the leadoff hitter before allowing a two-run home run to Dominic Smith. The 27-year-old was removed and the bullpen took it the rest of the way, surviving a shaky ninth inning from Aroldis Chapman to earn the former his first win with his new club. Gray has completed six innings and allowed exactly two earned runs in each of his three starts with the Yanks and will look to continue his steady form Sunday against the Red Sox.
Aug 10 2017Gray (6-7) allowed three runs -- two earned -- on four hits and four walks while striking out six batters through six innings during Thursday's loss to Toronto.Gray wasn't his sharpest Thursday, but the Yankees have also scored just a single run through his first two starts with the club. He has now allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his past eight outings, and his 3.39 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 8.8 K/9 are rock-solid marks. The move from a basement-dwelling team to a contender still stands to help Gray down the fantasy stretch, and he projects to face the Mets at Yankee Stadium in his next start.
Aug 3 2017Gray (6-6) took the loss in his Yankees debut Thursday in Cleveland, allowing four runs (two earned) on six hits with three walks and six strikeouts over six innings.Gray got a rude welcome from his fielders, who committed three first-inning errors en route to two unearned runs. The trade deadline acquisition from Oakland rebounded to turn this matchup with Indians ace Corey Kluber into a pitcher's duel for a while, but blinked again in the sixth on a two-run double by Yan Gomes. Gray still has a 1.59 ERA in his past seven starts, so expect a better effort next Thursday in Toronto.
Jul 31 2017Manager Joe Girardi indicated that Gray would likely make his Yankees debut Thursday against the Indians, Jack Curry of YES Network reports.Prior to being dealt to New York on Monday, Gray had been scheduled to pitch for Oakland later in the day, so he'll get some additional time to get acclimated to his new team before taking the hill on eight days' rest. Gray has been lights out over his last six starts, compiling a 1.37 ERA and 0.81 WHIP in 39.1 innings, so the Yankees are hopeful he'll be able to maintain that form through the rest of the regular season before serving as a staff workhorse during a potential playoff run. In order to accommodate Gray's addition to the rotation, it's expected that No. 5 starter Jordan Montgomery will either transition to a bullpen role or get optioned back to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Jul 31 2017Gray will be traded to the Yankees prior to the trade deadline Monday, Jack Curry of YES Network reports.After weeks of negotiation, it appears the A's and Yankees were finally able to strike a deal. No word has come forth as to the exact pieces of the deal, though things should become clear once the trade officially goes through. Gray will slot right into the Yankees rotation, potentially pushing Jordan Montgomery out of a starting role.
Jul 31 2017Gray was traded to the Yankees on Monday in exchange for prospects Dustin Fowler (knee), Jorge Mateo, James Kaprelian (elbow) and international signing bonus pool money, Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports reports.The Yankees were considered the frontrunner for Gray's services, but now the deal is official with three prospects heading back to the Athletics. The right-hander has a 3.43 ERA and 94 strikeouts in 97 innings pitched this season, making him an especially appealing arm given his remaining years of team control. He'll slot right into the Yankees' rotation for the stretch run, although it's unclear when he'll make his first start in pinstripes.
Jul 29 2017Gray's next scheduled start has been pushed back to Monday, Joe Stiglich of NBC Sports California reports.The timing of Gray being pushed back is interesting given that his name has come up in trade discussions with several teams and the trade deadline is set for Monday. With that, there is the possibility that Gray has pitched his last game in an Athletics uniform. Jharel Cotton (finger) will come off the disabled list to start Sunday's game in Gray's place. Look for more updates on Gray as the trade deadline approaches.
Jul 25 2017Gray (6-5) allowed four runs -- all unearned -- on five hits and two walks over six innings in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Blue Jays. He struck out nine.The crucial error was Gray's own, as it contributed to a four-run second inning by the Jays, but he settled down after that and kept the A's in the game. The right-hander's now reeled off six straight quality starts, posting a 1.37 ERA and 36:9 K:BB in 39.1 innings over that stretch and doing everything he can to maximize the return Oakland might get for him at the trade deadline. Assuming he's not in another uniform by then, Gray's next start would come Monday at home against the Giants.
Jul 24 2017Gray has become a subject of trade interest for the Mariners according to a source familiar with the team's thinking, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.Seattle general manager Jerry Dipoto has already stated he will only move top prospects for controllable starting pitching, which accurately describes Gray's contract status. The right-hander is under team control through the 2019 campaign and just 27 years old, making him an appealing target. The Mariners have already traded promising slugger Tyler O'Neill this month for Cardinals left-hander Marco Gonzales, and acquiring Gray would likely require parting ways with top prospect Kyle Lewis (knee).
Jul 19 2017Gray (6-4) allowed two runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out six batters over 6.1 innings during Wednesday's win over Tampa Bay.Gray has now picked up four wins and 27 strikeouts through his past five starts to improve to a 3.66 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 8.4 K/9 for the campaign. The 27-year-old righty is a prime candidate to be dealt to a contender before the trade deadline, and his fantasy value will likely receive a boost pitching for a better club. If he sticks with Oakland for another turn in the rotation, Gray lines up to face Toronto at Rogers Centre in his next start.
Jul 14 2017Gray (5-4) tossed six shutout innings and allowed just two hits and a walk with five strikeouts in a win Friday over Cleveland.Gray has now fired four consecutive starts and has lowered his ERA to 3.72 in the process. Impeccable control has fueled Gray's hot streak. He has walked just five batters over those four starts while striking out a respectable 21 in 27 innings. Gray continues to look like one of the best available starting pitchers on this year's trade market.
Jul 14 2017Gray will start despite rumors he has been scratched, Joe Stiglich of NBC Sports California reports.Gray could very well be traded any minute, but it's time to calm down after earlier rumors suggested Gray was already on his way out. The Cubs and Brewers, among other teams, have shown interest in Gray.
Jul 14 2017Gray will start Friday despite rumors he had been scratched, Joe Stiglich of NBC Sports California reports.Gray could very well be traded any minute, but it's time to calm down after earlier rumors suggested he was already on his way out. The Cubs and Brewers, among other teams, have shown interest in Gray, although the former's acquisition of Jose Quintana may have taken them out of the running.
Jul 7 2017The Brewers are doing background work on Gray as they appear to be in the trade market for a starting pitcher, Jon Paul Morosi of MLB.com reports.Gray holds a 4.00 ERA with an 8.5 K/8 and 2.9 BB/9, though his season was much worse before he turned things around in June. The Athletics right-hander is the type of innings eater that a contender could use, and if the Brewers are deciding they want to chase the pennant, he'd be a prime target. For fantasy purposes, Gray would be worth a sizable FAAB purchase for NL-only leaguers if he changes leagues, even with the concern that in this case he'd throw home starts in Miller Park, which is friendlier to hitters than Oakland Coliseum.
Jul 6 2017Gray (4-4) managed to toss six strong innings despite dealing with a stomach issue, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports. He allowed two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out five in Wednesday's 7-4 win over the White Sox.The illness didn't appear to be an issue for the 27-year-old, who notched his third straight quality start en route to his fourth win of the season. He's allowed just four runs over 21 innings in that span to help lower his ERA to 4.00. Gray isn't scheduled to pitch again until after the All-Star break, so the extra rest should allow him to get back to full health before his next start. Hopefully his strong finish to the first half of the season is a prelude of what's to come after the break.
Jun 30 2017Gray (3-4) allowed just one run on two hits and a walk in eight innings during Friday's loss to the Braves. He struck out four.It was unfortunate result for Gray, who found himself on the losing end of a Mike Foltynewicz eight-inning one-hitter despite tossing an eight inning gem himself. The 27-year-old has now strung together a pair of strong outings, lowering his ERA from 4.84 to 4.09 in the process. He'll look to keep it rolling when he toes the rubber next Wednesday against the White Sox.
Jun 25 2017Gray (3-3) picked up the win and allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits Sunday against the White Sox. He struck out seven and walked one.Gray was 0-2 with a 6.43 ERA (20 earned runs over 28 innings pitched) in his last five starts but rebounded nicely with his performance Sunday. The only earned run against Gray came on a home run from Adam Engel in the third inning.
Jun 20 2017Gray allowed five runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out five over five innings during Tuesday's game against the Astros.Gray allowed five hits and issued two walks in the first inning Tuesday en route to a quick 5-0 deficit to the heavy-hitting Astros. The 27-year-old was able to settle down and fire four consecutive scoreless innings following his disastrous opening frame, but the damage had already been done. Gray will carry a 4.84 ERA into his upcoming start against the White Sox on Sunday.
Jun 15 2017Gray did not factor into the decision Thursday against the Yankees after allowing three runs on eight hits over 5.1 innings. He struck out six batters and walked three.Gray came two outs away from completing his third consecutive quality start, but he could not complete the sixth inning. He has allowed eight earned runs in his last three starts, while striking out 22 batters.
Jun 11 2017Gray didn't factor into the decision against the Blue Jays in the first game of a doubleheader Saturday but recorded 10 strikeouts and allowed five runs (two earned) on nine hits and a walk over six innings.Gray racked up a whopping 22 swings-and-misses over the 70 pitches he threw for strikes, posting his second-highest strikeout total of the season in the process. The 27-year-old now has back-to-back quality starts after having surrendered seven earned runs on nine hits over 4.2 innings against the Indians on May 30. That outing represents the right-hander's one true stumble this season, as he yielded no more than four earned runs in any of his other seven trips to the mound. Gray will have a challenge on his hands when he takes on the explosive Yankees offense in his next start at home next Friday.
Jun 4 2017Gray tossed seven innings of three-run ball Sunday against the Nationals, striking out six and walking three during a 11-10 loss.Gray had produced three quality starts in a row before a poor start against Cleveland on May 30, so Sunday was a bit of a bounce back effort from him, despite his no decision. The 27-year-old's ERA now sits at 4.57, with 37 strikeouts and 13 walks on the season.
May 30 2017Gray (2-2) allowed seven runs on nine hits and two walks across 4.2 innings during Tuesday's loss to the Indians.Gray allowed just one baserunner through three innings, but he allowed four runs on four hits and a walk in the fourth before his removal after the hosts plated three more with two outs in the fifth. Although it was a difficult matchup, the implosion came as a bit of a surprise, as Gray had strung together three consecutive quality starts over the last three outings while posting a 22:5 K:BB during that span. With his ERA now inflated to 4.72, Gray will face another tough task against the Nationals in his next start Sunday.
May 24 2017Gray (2-1) gave up one run on three hits and a walk over seven innings while striking out 11 in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Marlins.It was by far Gray's best start since coming off the DL, and the right-hander now has a dominant 19:3 K:BB in 13 innings over his last two outings. He'll face a much tougher test Tuesday on the road in Cleveland.
May 18 2017Gray (1-1) allowed three runs on four hits and two walks across six innings in Thursday's win over the Red Sox. He struck out eight.Gray surrendered two runs on three hits and a walk in the first inning, but he settled down and allowed just a solo home run the rest of the way. He induced six ground outs and easily notched a new season high in punchouts -- a positive sign after he totaled just nine over his first 16.2 innings this season. While Gray's 3.97 ERA isn't incredibly impressive, he has allowed more than three earned runs just once through four starts and topped the 100-pitch mark for the second straight outing in this one. He seems to be trending in the right direction after a lat injury delayed the start of his season and will look to build on this performance Wednesday against the Marlins.
May 14 2017Gray didn't factor into the decision Saturday against the Rangers but surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out three.Gray put together the best outing of his first three starts, firing 106 pitches and keeping the Rangers lineup largely at bay. The 27-year-old righty also managed to stay away from the long ball altogether for the second straight start after giving up three in his first appearance of the season against the Twins. Gray's groundball outs have encouragingly been in double digits in the last two games, certainly a factor in his improved performance since his debut. He's now lowered his ERA from 6.00 to 3.78 over his last pair of trips to the mound, a trend he'll look to extend in a Thursday home start versus the Red Sox.
May 7 2017Gray allowed four runs (one earned) and seven hits while walking one and striking out two over 4.2 innings for a no-decision in Sunday's 8-6 win over the Tigers.Gray looked much better in this one after allowing four earned runs and five hits (three home runs) over six frames in his season debut May 2 against Minnesota. While the right-hander's velocity has been fine, he'll need to induce more strikeouts (5.1 K/9) to become more than just a streaming option in deep mixed leagues.
May 4 2017Gray will start for the Athletics on Sunday against the Tigers, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.The right-hander will take the spot originally scheduled for Sean Manaea (shoulder), who felt soreness during recent rehab work. Gray will notch a two-start week, though he'll face a tough Tigers lineup after having trouble with the Twins on Tuesday. At least his velocity has come back strong, topping out at 96.1 mph Tuesday, since he returned from the disabled list.
May 3 2017Gray (0-1) allowed four runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four over six innings in Tuesday's 9-1 loss to the Twins.While there were some positive aspects to Gray's first outing of the season, including a fastball that topped out at 96.1 mph in the third inning, three of Minnesota's five hits off him left the yard and by the end of the right-hander's start his velocity was noticeably flagging. Gray will look to build on those positives in his next trip to the mound Monday at home against the Angels.
May 1 2017Gray (back) was activated from the disabled list Monday.As expected, Gray rejoined the Athletics in time make his season debut against the Twins on Tuesday after missing the first month of the season with a lat strain. The 27-year-old is looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2016, where he posted career-highs in ERA (5.69) and WHIP (1.496) across 117 innings (22 starts). Gray looked sharp in two rehab outing before being activated, going 2-0 and allowing just three hits while posting a 13:0 K:BB through 11 innings. Outfielder Ryan LaMarre was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Apr 30 2017Gray (back) will make his season debut against Minnesota on Tuesday, The Associated Press reports.Gray spun a tidy six-inning rehab start Thursday with seven punchouts and his fastball sitting at 94 mph. Not issuing a single walk was also encouraging. 2016 was a disappointing campaign for Gray, and because of his underwhelming strikeout totals, his virtual value is capped. Wins are probably also going to be tough to come by, so the 27-year-old hurler will need to return to posting solid ratios to move the fantasy needle.
Apr 27 2017Gray (back) was dominant in his rehab outing Thursday and could rejoin Oakland's rotation as soon as Tuesday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. He allowed two hits and no walks while striking out seven batters over 6.0 innings.Perhaps the most important takeaway from Thursday's outing was Gray sitting 94 with his fastball and locating it extremely well. His seven strikeouts in 6.0 innings back up that notion, as does the fact that he didn't register a walk. Gray is now lined up to start Tuesday in Minnesota, but Slusser notes that the team's off-day Monday affords the A's the luxury of waiting until Wednesday to activate him.
Apr 23 2017Gray (back) will make his next rehab start with Triple-A Nashville on Thursday, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.Gray most recently threw for High-A Stockton on Saturday, covering five innings in an efficient 47 pitches while striking out six and facing just one batter over the minimum. He'll be bumped up to 75 pitches Thursday, and if all goes well, he could make his next start in an Athletics uniform. Jesse Hahn or Kendall Graveman would seem most at risk of losing a spot in the rotation once Gray is activated from the disabled list.
Apr 22 2017Gray threw five shutout innings in his rehab outing at High-A Stockton on Saturday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray was very efficient during Saturday's game, as he threw a mere 47 pitches over five innings and allowed just a single hit without walking any batters. It wouldn't come as a surprise if Gray made one or two more rehab starts before rejoining Oakland's rotation, but Saturday's effort certainly indicates that he's on the right track and that his return isn't too far away.
Apr 18 2017Gray (back) will throw 45-60 pitches in a rehab start with High-A Stockton on Saturday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray has been ramping up his rehab program by throwing live bullpen sessions and appearing in a extended spring training game during the past couple of weeks. Saturday's minor-league start marks one of his last hurdles before being able to return to the majors. It's possible that the 27-year-old will need an additional minor-league start, but he's not far from his anticipated big-league return.
Apr 13 2017Gray (back) is scheduled for a three-inning outing in an extended spring training game Monday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Thursday marked a major milestone in Gray's recovery from a lat strain as he faced live batters. He's set to stretch out for three innings with a pitch count in the 45-50 range. According to Lee, if Gray is able to get through Monday's outing with no issues, a minor league rehab assignment would be the next step for the staff ace. As it stands, Gray could be eyeing a return in late-April or early-May.
Apr 13 2017Gray (back) got through two sets of 15-pitch bullpen sessions without any issues Thursday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Thursday was Gray's third day this week throwing a bullpen session. The fact that he was able to get through all of them without his back flaring up could be sign that he may getting closer to taking the next big step in his recovery and making a rehab start. Oakland will be hoping to have Gray back by late-April, assuming there are no future hiccups in the rest of his rehab.
Apr 10 2017Gray (back) will throw to hitters on Thursday, Joe Stiglich of NBC Sports California reports.Manager Bob Melvin said Gray's bullpen session Monday went off without a hitch, clearing the way for him to throw two 15-pitch sessions to live batters Thursday. If all goes well, he could enter a rehab assignment shortly.
Apr 8 2017Gray (back) will throw an extended bullpen session Monday in Kansas City, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.He threw a 35-pitch bullpen session Friday, with 10 of those pitches coming with Mark Canha standing in the box. It seems like he will up the workload slightly in Monday's session, after which a rehab assignment plan could be announced.
Apr 7 2017Gray (back) threw 35 pitches in a bullpen session Friday, 10 with Mark Canha standing in the box, and he was able to throw all of his pitches, the East Bay Times' John Hickey reports.This was the second time in four days that he threw a bullpen session and felt great afterward, so it sounds like a rehab assignment could be right around the corner. It will be decided in the next couple of days what the next step will be.
Apr 6 2017Gray (back) will travel with the Athletics to Texas on Friday and is scheduled to throw a bullpen once they arrive, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.The ace of Oakland's staff seems to be progressing well in his recovery from a lat strain. If all goes well with Friday's outing, there's a good chance Gray could begin a rehab assignment within the next week and potentially even return to the big-league rotation by the end of the month. A firmer timetable should come forth once the team determines he's ready for a trip to the minors.
Apr 4 2017Gray (back) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Tuesday and felt great afterwards, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports. He's scheduled for another bullpen session Friday.Gray continues to battle back from the lat strain that has plagued him for the past several weeks. The exact timetable for his return has yet to be established, but Joe Stiglich reports that the A's are looking for their ace to throw off the mound at least two-to-three times before potentially facing live hitters. It sounds like the 27-year-old is still a few weeks away from making his major-league return.
Apr 4 2017Gray (back) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Tuesday and felt great afterwards, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray continues to battle back from the lat strain that has plagued him for the past several weeks. The exact timetable for his return has yet to be established, but Joe Stiglich reports that the A's are looking for their ace to throw off the mound at least two-to-year times before potentially facing live hitters. It sounds like the 27-year-old is still a few weeks away from making his major-league return.
Apr 1 2017Gray (back) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Saturday.This shouldn't come as a surprise, as Gray was always expected to miss the first couple weeks of the season before rejoining the Athletics' rotation. He threw off flat ground Saturday and everything felt great, indicating he'll throw off a mound relatively soon. The 27-year-old is still hoping to be back mid-to-late April.
Apr 1 2017Gray (back) will throw off flat ground Saturday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Saturday marks a step in the right direction for Gray after he had been limited to playing catch and long toss of late. Slusser notes that if Gray's flat ground session goes off without a hitch, he could progress to throwing off a mound within the week. More updates on Gray's throwing program should be made available following Saturday's session.
Mar 30 2017Gray (back) remains without a timetable to get back to throwing off a mound, Joe Stiglich of NBC California reports.The A's ace remains in a holding pattern in his return from a lat strain. Stiglich reports that Gray will play catch on flat ground from 120 feet in the near future, at which point the A's will likely reassess his timetable. In any case, Gray is still expected to miss the first couple weeks of the season before rejoining the rotation.
Mar 27 2017Gray (back) is now throwing out to 150 feet, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Oakland's ace continues to make steady progress in his throwing program, as he was throwing at half of that distance less than a week ago. The 27-year-old right-hander is still projected to be out until mid-April at the earliest.
Mar 22 2017Gray (back) will continue his throwing program Wednesday, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.Gray started his throwing program Tuesday, making 20 throws from 60 feet and 15 throws from 75 feet. He came out of the session without any setbacks, after being shut down from throwing for more than three weeks. The 27-year-old is targeting a return in mid-to-late April.
Mar 21 2017Gray (back) will begin his throwing program on Tuesday after getting cleared by Dr. Anthony Romeo, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Initially Gray was shut down from throwing for three weeks, and he was cleared to resume tossing at the two-week mark, which is promising. It would appear the 27-year-old is ahead of schedule for his late-April return date, but Gray continues to emphasize that he remains without a timetable. He'll toss from 75-feet on Tuesday, and barring any setbacks, he should continue to ramp up his workouts until he is ready to return in mid-to-late April.
Mar 9 2017Gray (lat strain) will be shut down for three weeks, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray was all over the place in Tuesday's Cactus League game, issuing four walks and uncorking three wild pitches, and he reported some discomfort following the outing. Manager Bob Melvin was hoping the issue was minor but an MRI revealed the strain to Gray's lat muscle, and with three weeks of rest prescribed to treat the issue, Gray is looking at a late-April return in a best-case scenario. Kendall Graveman now appears in line to start for the A's on Opening Day.
Mar 8 2017Gray surrendered seven earned runs on five hits, four walks and three wild pitches over two innings in Tuesday's 21-13 Cactus League victory over the Diamondbacks. He struck out three.A few batters in, Gray may have well been wishing he was getting ready to pitch for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic, as he'd originally been scheduled to before an insurance issue prevented from participating. He was touched up for five runs in the first inning, although his actual performance during the frame wasn't as poor as the numbers might indicate. Gray's trouble started after throwing a wild pitch on strike three to David Peralta, which allowed the outfielder to reach, and Gregor Blanco, who'd laced a game-opening triple, to score. First baseman Yonder Alonso then let a would-be double-play ball to skirt past him two batters later, which brought home another run, and then Ketel Marte took Gray deep for a three-run home run. Gray's poor command was responsible for an additional run in the second, as he uncorked another errant offering, allowing Chris Iannetta to score. Gray attributed his his attempts to throw his slider as the principal reason for his wildness, and neither he nor manager Bob Melvin were overly concerned with Tuesday's outcome. "The first inning wasn't as bad as the number looked," Melvin said. "It got a little out of hand, but his stuff was still good."
Mar 2 2017Gray struck out four over two scoreless innings in Wednesday's 5-0 Cactus League loss to the Padres, surrendering only one hit.Gray's start belied the dominance that was to come, as he surrendered a leadoff double to Travis Jankowski. However, he then set down the next six men he faced, firing 19 of his 27 pitches for strikes. The ace of the A's staff refrained from throwing his slider, but showcased all of his other pitches, with his curveball and fastball particularly standing out. Now that he's officially out of the World Baseball Classic due to an insurance issue, Gray can fully focus on preparing for 2017, a season that he hopes will be nothing like a rocky 2016 campaign in which he endured two DL stints and racked up a career-worst 5.69 ERA. "He's come here on a mission this year," A's manager Bob Melvin said. "I think for a lot of reasons there were some issues last year, but a healthy Sonny Gray is going to pitch well. [Today is] the type of stuff that we're used to seeing."
Feb 26 2017Gray will not play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic due to not being cleared for contract insurance, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Although this is unfortunate news for Gray, the A's are likely happy as he will now be present for the entirety of camp. The 27-year-old wasn't granted contract insurance after he spent more than 60 days on the DL last season. He said he feels great physically, and now he'll have an extra month to ease into things for 2017.
Feb 23 2017Gray had mixed results in his one inning of work in intrasquad play Thursday, Joe Stiglich of CSN Bay Area reports.The A's' ace is slated to open Monday's Cactus League tilt versus the Giants, and also got in some game action Thursday by firing one frame in an intrasquad tussle. Gray gave up a run on an RBI double to right-center by Mark Canha, but also fanned Ryon Healy with an impressive breaking ball. Manager Bob Melvin was pleased with Gray's effort overall despite the aforementioned hiccup, and the 27-year-old will try to build on Thursday's results with a strong outing Monday.
Feb 21 2017Gray, projected to be the A's No. 1 starter this season, will see his first Cactus League action Monday against the Giants, Susan Slusser of San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray got in his first live action against hitters Monday and put in a strong session by all accounts, firing his full repertoire of pitches and coming away feeling particularly good about his curveball. He'll look to generate a similarly solid effort while opposing batters for the first time, as he continues to ramp up for what he and the A's hope will be a bounce-back campaign.
Feb 21 2017Gray, who threw batting practice for the first time Monday, was impressive overall, Joe Stiglich of CSN Bay Area reports.It's a modest but positive start to the spring for Gray, who is attempting to bounce back from the worst season of his four-year major league career in 2016. After back-to-back 14-win campaigns, Gray fell to 5-11 last season, posting career worsts in ERA (5.69) and WHIP (1.50) in the process. Bruce Maxwell, who caught Gray on Monday, was particularly impressed with the right-hander's changeup. Gray is also a designated pitcher on Team USA's roster in the WBC, although it remains to be seen if he'll see any game action in the tournament.
Feb 9 2017Gray will serve as one of Team USA's designated pitchers in this year's WBC, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray is officially on the Team USA roster, but whether he'll see any action dependS on manager Jim Leyland's use of the new "designated pitcher" rule that goes into effect for this year's WBC. Each team will have the option of carying a pool of up to 10 designated pitchers (DPs), but can only place two on the active roster in each round of the tournament. With Danny Duffy and Tanner Roark already tabbed as Team USA's DPs for the opening round, the earliest possible opportunity for Gray to take the mound will be in the second round, if Leyland opts to replace either Duffy or Roark at that point. While the new rule means Gray isn't guaranteed any game action, it also allows him to remain with the A's in spring training while awaiting word on whether he'll be needed.
Jan 13 2017Gray agreed to a one-year, $3.575 million contract with the A's on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports.Gray will receive a substantial raise (from $527,500) in his first year of arbitration eligibility. The right-hander struggled in 2016, posting a 5.69 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 117 innings, although his FIP was more than a full run lower than his ERA. He's again a prime trade candidate, but Gray will need to do his part and build his trade value back up with a better first half.
Sep 28 2016Gray (forearm) threw just a single inning despite making the start in his return from the DL on Wednesday, striking out a batter while allowing one hit and no runs.Gray wasn't expected to do more than this, so there's no reinjury concern. It's nice to see him back on a big league mound now; that should raise his stock a little for 2017 even though he struggled through this year. Gray finishes the season with a 5.69 ERA and 1.50 WHIP accompanied by a 95:42 K:BB in 118 innings.
Sep 28 2016Gray (forearm) was reinstated from the 15-day DL in advance of Wednesday's start against the Angels.Gray is set to start Wednesday's game, but he is only expected to throw one or two innings, as this essentially serves as a rehab outing. He won't be very useful for fantasy purposes Wednesday, but the fact that he is healthy enough to make the start serves as a positive indicator for his health heading into the offseason.
Sep 26 2016Gray (forearm) will likely be limited to one or two innings in his Wednesday start against the Angels, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.This will be Gray's first start back since being placed on the DL on Aug. 7 with a right forearm strain. As opposed to shutting him down, the A's are looking to get the young righty some live action in the final week. It has been a season to forget for the 26-year-old, who currently holds an ugly 5.74 ERA over 116 innings.
Sep 24 2016Gray (forearm) threw to live hitters Saturday and said it went "great," Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Teammate Matt Olson stepped in against Gray and said the right-hander looked just the same as he did in spring training, and that Gray's slider was particularly nasty. It sounds like Gray will lobby to pitch in a game during the season's final week but it's not clear if the team will let him. Gray has been on the DL since early August with inflammation and a strain in his forearm.
Sep 21 2016Gray (forearm) will face hitters Saturday, CSN's Joe Stiglich reports.Gray has thrown several bullpen sessions without any setbacks, so he will take the next step down his recovery path and simulate game action Saturday. Gray has a chance to pitch for the A's at some point next week, but with the regular season nearly complete, the team could simply opt to shut him down even if things go as expected Saturday.
Sep 20 2016Gray (forearm) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.The next step for Gray will be pitching to live hitters, which he plans to do this weekend. However, there's yet to be word that he'll pitch in a game before Oakland's season comes to and end Oct. 2.
Sep 19 2016Gray will throw off the mound Tuesday and could potentially make one start before the end of the regular season, Joe Stiglich of CSN Bay Area reports.Gray will face live hitters before he retakes the mound for the Athletics, which would place his return at least a week away, most likely. That would give Gray just a few days to make a start before the season ends. Even if Gray is able to return, expect his impact to be limited.
Sep 19 2016Gray will throw off the mound Tuesday and could potentially make one start before the end of the regular season, Joe Stiglich of Comcast Sports reports.Gray will face live hitters before he retakes the mound for the Athletics, which would place his return at least a week away, most likely. That would give Gray just a few days to make a start before the season ends. Even if Gray is able to return, expect his impact to be limited.
Sep 14 2016Gray (forearm) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session Wednesday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray reported feeling great after the session and he's scheduled to follow up Wednesday's activity with a 30-pitch bullpen session Friday. If all goes well there, the 26-year-old could move on to simulated games early next week. Gray is still hoping to return this season, but it is still unclear if he'll advance far enough in his recovery to be able to do so.
Sep 11 2016Gray (forearm) threw 10-12 pitches off a mound Sunday, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.He will throw a bullpen session during Oakland's upcoming road trip, which starts Monday in Kansas City. There is a chance that Gray could return and pitch some innings for the A's before the end of the season, but it seems like a long shot for him to log enough quality innings to be of use in standard formats down the stretch, given where he's currently at in his rehab.
Sep 5 2016Grey (forearm) threw from 120 feet Monday, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.In addition to extending the length of his long toss, Gray is beginning to increase his velocity when pitching at a distance of 60 feet. Although the right-hander continues to make notable progress, the team is still taking it slowly, and a firm timetable for return remains difficult to estimate.
Sep 3 2016Gray (forearm) threw from 105 feet Saturday, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.Until he actually gets back on a mound, there's no way of realistically knowing when or if he will be able to return this season. Considering his struggles prior to the injury (5.74 ERA, 1.50 WHIP), there is very little reason to stash Gray in single-season leagues, especially knowing that he may not be able to pitch again this season.
Aug 28 2016Gray (forearm) is expected to begin playing catch this week, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.Gray hit the DL three weeks ago after experiencing inflammation in his right forearm, leading some to believe that the A's might consider shutting him down for the season. While that could still be the case, Gray will at least attempt to rehab the injury with the intention of returning in September, though he'll have to clear several hurdles along the way. Given that Gray has been blasted to the tune of a 5.74 ERA across 116 innings this season, it's probably not beneficial for most fantasy owners to stash him on their rosters until he returns.
Aug 24 2016Gray (forearm) might begin throwing in the next week, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Manager Bob Melvin reported that Gray was feeling much better, so it sounds as though the 26-year-old remains on track to return before the end of the season. Once he's able to throw again and feels comfortable with his progress, Gray may need to go out on a brief rehab assignment, at which point a clearer timetable for rejoining the major league rotation should become available.
Aug 22 2016Gray (forearm) has yet to begin throwing, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray has been participating in miscellaneous workouts, but isn't throwing at this point in time. However, Gray remains optimistic and says that he hopes he'll be able to pitch again before the season is over. Before injuring his forearm, Gray had been putting together a disappointing 2016 campaign, having gone 5-11 with a 5.74 ERA and 1.50 WHIP.
Aug 17 2016Gray (forearm) has resumed doing some physical activity and there is hope around the organization that he'll be able to pitch again this season, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.This is a welcome piece of news after it was reported as recently as Sunday that there was serious doubt about Gray's availability for the rest of the season. Gray "feels a lot better," according to Lee and he is taking part in some plyometrics. Still, the A's will likely be extremely cautious with Gray's throwing program and they will not throw him back on the mound again in 2016 unless he's fully ready.
Aug 14 2016Gray (forearm) has yet to resume throwing and may not be able to return this season, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.The Athletics will evaluate Gray over the next few weeks before assessing his status for the rest of the season, but there's reason to believe the team might be interested in shutting him down. Since the Athletics are well removed from playoff contention and Gray has already suffered through a miserable season, posting a 5.74 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 116 innings, it might make sense to just have him hit the reset button and turn his attention toward 2017. At this point, it might not be beneficial to hold on to Gray in any single-season league, including AL-only formats.
Aug 9 2016Manager Bob Melvin said Tuesday that the plan is for Gray (forearm) to pitch again before the end of the season, Carl Steward of the Bay Area News Group reports.Surgery will not be necessary to address Gray's forearm injury, as an MRI revealed a strain and inflammation but no structural damage. That said, the A's will proceed cautiously with Gray, and reading between the lines of Melvin's comments, it would seem a return before the end of the season is not necessarily a given. This has been a lost season so far for the 26-year-old, as he's gone 5-11 with a 5.74 ERA and 1.50 WHIP ahead of his first winter of arbitration eligibility.
Aug 8 2016MRI results on Gray's forearm only revealed inflammation and a strain, meaning the right-hander won't need surgery, although a firm timetable for his return has yet to be determined, Joe Stilglich of CSN California reports.This is ultimately good news for Gray since there's nothing structurally wrong with his forearm, despite not knowing when he'll return to the mound after hitting the disabled list Sunday. The 26-year-old is currently touting a career-worst 5.74 ERA over 21 starts in his fourth major league season.
Aug 8 2016Gray (forearm) underwent an MRI on Monday, John Hickey of the East Bay Times reports.The club has yet to officially diagnose Gray's injury, but the 26-year-old's status should be known soon. Gray's poor season had only gotten worse in recent outings, as he's gone 2-3 with a 7.82 ERA and 1.69 WHIP since the All-Star break.
Aug 7 2016Gray (forearm) was placed on the 15-day DL on Sunday.Gray's disastrous season took yet another turn for the worse in Saturday's start against the Cubs, during which the right-hander gave up two runs over five innings before departing after 72 pitches with right extensor muscle soreness. It's not clear if the Athletics conducted an MRI that determined Gray was dealing with anything more severe than soreness, but given the team's low place in the standings, they won't take any chances with their presumptive ace. The A's purchased the contract of Chris Smith from Triple-A Nashville to fill out their pitching ranks while Gray is sidelined.
Aug 6 2016Gray left Saturday's game against the Cubs with right extensor muscle soreness, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray held the Cubs to two runs over five innings without a walk before being forced off the hill (72 pitches). He was replaced on the mound by Liam Hendriks. While the A's did not specify which extensor muscle was bothering Gray, but the team did mention that the injury was to his right side, so it's presumably an issue with his pitching forearm. His status for his next start is up in the air.
Aug 1 2016Gray (5-10) coughed up seven runs on eight hits and two walks over 3.1 innings Sunday while striking out three in an 8-0 loss to the Indians.Pitching on short rest did Gray no favors Sunday, as he wasn't fooling Indians hitters at all. No one will be happier to see the calendar flip to August than Gray, who gave up seven runs three times in six July starts to give him a bloated 7.79 ERA on the month. He's got a tough matchup in his next start too though as the A's host the Cubs on Saturday.
Jul 29 2016Gray will start on four days rest Sunday against the Indians, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Scheduled starter Rich Hill suffered another setback with the blister on his finger Friday, leading him to be scratched from his turn in the rotation. Gray, who notched his fifth win of the season Tuesday, will start in Hill's place on four full days of rest. He has a 4.78 ERA and a 1.41 WHIP on the road this season and a very concerning 2:1 K:BB ratio (40 strikeouts, 20 walks) away from his home stadium.
Jul 27 2016Gray (5-9) allowed three runs on five hits and two walks with eight strikeouts over six innings in Tuesday's win against Texas.Gray has been shaky lately, as he has allowed fewer than three runs just once in his past five starts and has allowed six home runs in that span. However, Gray was nasty Tuesday night, as he induced 11 swinging strikes and set a season high with eight strikeouts. His ERA still sits at 5.43, but this start showed a flash of his superb potential.
Jul 21 2016Gray (4-9) gave up seven runs on nine hits in a loss to the Rays on Thursday. He struck out six without a walk, but allowed two home runs.Both of those homers were of the solo variety, but the big swings coupled with Tampa rallies conspired to bury Gray again. After looking like a budding star through his first three seasons, Gray's been slumming it with the scrubs this year, as his 5.49 ERA will attest. He can't be trusted anymore this season unless he shows signs of a drastic turnaround, but keeper-league owners looking toward the future may find that he makes for a nice cheap acquisition for next year.
Jul 17 2016Gray (4-8) surrendered three earned runs on six hits and four walks over six innings in Saturday's 5-4 victory over the Blue Jays. He struck out two.The 26-year-old now has four quality starts in the last five trips to the mound, although Saturday was his first victory over that span. Although he continued struggling with his control-- as evidenced by Gray issuing four free passes for the second consecutive start-- he largely avoided trouble against a potent Blue Jays lineup and gave up only one homer, a solo shot to Edwin Encarnacion. Gray will look to follow up with another strong outing next Thursday versus the Rays.
Jul 8 2016Athletics manager Bob Melvin said that Gray will start the second game for Oakland against Toronto after the All-Star break, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray will look to rebound after a rocky first half of the season (5.16 ERA) for the Athletics. Like his teammate Rich Hill, don't be surprised if you hear Gray's name thrown around in trade rumors as the Athletics are well out of contention in the American League West.
Jul 6 2016Gray (3-8) allowed one run on six hits over six innings Wednesday against the Twins. He walked four and struck out five in the loss.Gray allowed a runner to reach base in each of his six innings, and the walk to Robbie Grossman in the fifth was his fourth of the day, tying a season high. The right-hander did well in working out of jams, stranding seven baserunners in his first four innings, but his propensity for the free pass Wednesday cost him in that inning after Grossman scored from first on Joe Mauer's double. Gray has issued 34 walks in just 90.2 innings this season, giving him a 3.4 BB/9 -- nearly a full walk higher than the 2.6 mark he posted a year ago.
Jun 17 2016Gray allowed five runs over six innings in a 7-5 loss to the Rangers on Wednesday.It was a big of an odd outing for Gray as he looked excellent in shutting out the Rangers for the first five innings on only three hits, but then exploded in the sixth allowing five earned runs to blow a 5-0 A's lead. Aside that one poor inning, Gray has been very good since returning from the DL, allowing only three runs in 17.2 innings. Gray will next take the bump Tuesday at home against the Brewers.
Jun 10 2016Gray (3-6) surrendered five hits, two earned runs and a walk over 7.2 innings in Friday's 2-1 loss to the Reds. He struck out four.The 26-year-old put together his best outing since April 22, helping to silence the rumors of his season's demise, for at least one night. Gray was highly efficient in turning in his fifth quality start of the season, needing only 92 pitches to get through almost eight innings. Despite the loss, it was a highly encouraging effort for Gray, particularly against a dangerous offense in a hitter's ballpark. The right-hander now has given up only three earned runs over his last 12.2 innings, and will try to secure his first victory since that April 22 outing when he faces the Rangers next Wednesday.
Jun 5 2016Gray (back) allowed just one run with five strikeouts and one walk across five innings in Sunday's start versus the Astros. He did not factor into the decision.The righty was making his first start since May 20 after recovering from a back strain, and he was extremely effective despite the limited usage, as he was removed after throwing just 69 pitches. Gray's return should be considered an extremely positive sign given his struggles earlier this season, and he will likely be on a longer leash in his next start Sunday versus the Reds, as Oakland will enjoy two off days over the next week.
Jun 5 2016Gray (back) could face a limit of roughly 80 pitches in Sunday's start against the Astros, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.Gray was scheduled to throw about 80 pitches with High-A Stockton had the A's elected to keep him on a rehab assignment, but with the team deciding to activate him from the DL for Sunday's contest, they'll opt to use the right-hander judiciously in his first game back. Since Gray had been struggling prior to the DL and likely won't go much longer than five or six innings, he doesn't make for an appealing DFS target for the Sunday slate.
Jun 5 2016Gray (back) was activated from the 15-day DL on Sunday.As anticipated, Gray is in line to take the hill for Sunday's series finale with the Astros after missing the last two weeks with a strained right trapezius. The 26-year-old has been horrendous this season, delivering a 6.19 ERA and 1.64 WHIP over 48 innings, so it'll be tough to rely on him as a DFS option Sunday, even with the strikeout-prone Astros awaiting him.
Jun 4 2016Gray (back) is expected to be activated off the disabled list to start Sunday's game against Houston, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.The A's plan as of Friday was to have Gray make his scheduled rehab start at High-A Stockton on Sunday, but with Rich Hill (groin) officially having his turn in the rotation skipped, Oakland will activate Gray to start the series finale in Houston. Gray was placed on the disabled list on May 22 due to a strained right trapezius and hadn't looked like his usual self in his four starts leading up to landing on the DL, notching a 9.61 ERA in just 19.2 innings during that span. He'll have the tough task of facing an Astros lineup that has been heating up for his first start back Sunday.
Jun 3 2016Gray (back) is unlikely to be activated to start for the A's on Sunday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.With Rich Hill (groin) getting skipped for his scheduled start Saturday and Kendall Graveman set to take his place, the A's have an opening in their rotation for Sunday. Although Gray is nearing a return from his back injury, he is scheduled to start at High-A Stockton on Sunday and there is no indication at this time that the Athletics will alter that plan. If Gray winds up starting at Stockton on Sunday, he could be in line to join the A's next weekend.
May 31 2016Gray (back) threw a three-inning simulated game Tuesday and he will throw a bullpen session Thursday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray threw roughly 50 pitches during his sim game Tuesday and told reporters that he felt great during his outing. He's scheduled for a bullpen session Thursday and if all goes well, he may not even require a minor league rehab appearance before coming off the disabled list.
May 28 2016Gray (back) feels good following his first bullpen session since being placed on the disabled list, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.Gray is hoping to return from the DL on June 6, and appears to be on track for that goal. He was placed on the 15-day DL due to a strained right trapezius muscle. He sports a 6.19 ERA on the season.
May 26 2016Gray (back) played catch Thursday for the first time since landing on the disabled list with a strained right trapezius muscle, Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports.This is a good sign for Gray, as the hope has been that he'd be able to return after the minimum 15 days on the DL. He'll likely throw a few more times over the next week and if his strained trapezius continues to heal, Gray should be ready to come off the DL on June 6.
May 22 2016Gray was placed on the 15-day DL Sunday due to a strained right trapezius.Gray had yet another shaky outing Friday, allowing four earned runs on six hits and four walks to bring his ERA up to 6.19 on the year. After opening the season with four straight quality starts, Gray has been unable to return to early-season form, but it now appears that an injury may have been in play. The Oakland ace will be given a couple weeks on the shelf to heal his ailing back, while the team will recall lefty Daniel Coulombe to take his spot on the roster. Gray had been scheduled to make his next start Wednesday in Seattle, but the A's have yet to announce an official replacement option.
May 22 2016Gray (back) expects to return after the 15-day minimum, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.Gray landed on the 15-day DL Sunday afternoon due to a strained right trapezius, but it's not an injury that is expected to cost the Oakland ace an extended absence. He did receive a cortisone shot following his removal from Friday's start, but it doesn't appear as if it had the intended results. He'll instead require a DL stint, but if everything goes as planned, Gray would only miss two starts and be back in action by early-June.
May 15 2016Gray (3-4) got roughed up for six runs (three earned) on six hits, including three home runs, in 5.2 innings Sunday, but came away with a no-decision in a 7-6 win over the Rays. He struck out four and walked two.The A's shoddy defense helped soften the blow to his ERA and Danny Valencia's ninth-inning heroics got him off the hook for another loss, but Gray's now surrendered at least three runs in five straight starts while serving up seven home runs and a 21:12 K:BB over 25.1 innings during that stretch. With his control and command both shaky right now, Gray will be a very risky lineup option in his next start Friday at home against the Yankees.
May 3 2016Gray (3-3) allowed seven runs on 11 hits over seven innings in Tuesday's loss to the Mariners, striking out six with just one walk.This was Gray's second consecutive subpar outing after he allowed four runs in just two innings pitched his last time out. He's still walking over four batters per nine innings despite improvement in that category this time around, and now batters are also starting to pile up hits against the 26-year-old. Gray's ability to pitch deep into games has earned him six decisions in six starts, but he's going to have to be more effective in those extensive innings if he wants to climb back above .500 Monday in Boston.
Apr 27 2016Gray (3-2) lasted just two innings against the Tigers Wednesday, allowing four runs on two hits.It was a miserable start for the righty after entering the contest with wins in back-to-back outings. He got through the first inning unscathed, but allowed a big second inning by the Tigers, highlighted by a J.D. Martinez three-run homer. With the poor showing, Gray saw his ERA jump more than a full point to 3.81. Oakland will need much better performances from its ace moving forward this season.
Apr 22 2016Gray allowed three runs on six hits walking three and striking out seven over seven innings of an 8-5 win against the Blue Jays on Friday night.Gray (3-1) cruised through five innings, allowing just a solo home run to Darwin Barney, before struggling in the sixth where he walked three and needed 27 pitches to complete the inning. Still, he escaped allowing just one run in that frame and maintained the A's lead as you would hope your ace would do. He'll carry a solid 2.73 ERA into his next start against the Tigers in Detroit.
Apr 16 2016Gray (2-1) surrendered seven hits, two runs (one earned) and a walk over six innings in Saturday's 5-3 victory over the Royals. He struck out six.The 26-year-old right-hander threw 114 pitches over his time on the mound, notching first-pitch strikes on 20 of 26 batters. While he labored at times, he successfully stranded six runners, including four in scoring position. It was Gray's first victory against the Royals in four career starts, leaving the Red Sox as the only team in the majors he hasn't notched a win against. The Oakland ace has started out the season in fine fashion, going at least six innings in all three starts, surrendering only one homer, and tallying 17 strikeouts and a 2.33 ERA over his first 19.1 innings.
Apr 15 2016Gray will have his next scheduled start moved up from Sunday to Saturday this weekend, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.According to Slusser, manager Bob Melvin simply wanted to flip Gray and Chris Bassitt in order to keep Gray on regular rest. He'll face the Royals, who will be starting Chris Young on the mound while Bassitt will get the start Sunday against Kris Medlen.
Apr 11 2016Gray (1-1) surrendered three earned runs on six hits and three walks over 6.1 innings in Monday's loss to the Angels, striking out six.Gray got away with control problems in his season debut against the White Sox, but he continues to live dangerously with seven free passes given out through two starts. He issued less than two walks per start last season in Oakland's strike-throwing system, so there'll be cause for concern if Gray can't correct this issue in his next start Sunday against a Royals team that doesn't walk much.
Apr 6 2016Gray (1-0) struggled with his control at times in Wednesday's season debut against the White Sox, walking four batters, but he allowed just three hits and one run while striking out five en route to a 2-1 win.Oakland's ace missed out on the first two games of the season thanks to the flu, but was mostly over it in this one even if he had some trouble throwing strikes. After last year's campaign was cut short by a late-season hip injury that also served to derail an otherwise excellent stat line, it's important for Gray to get off to a strong start and show he's healthy in 2016. At age 26, it's arguable that he still hasn't reached his ceiling.
Apr 5 2016Gray (illness) is scheduled to make his season debut Wednesday against the White Sox, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.The A's ace was scratched Monday due to a food poisoning that was severe enough to require a trip to the hospital to receive three bags of IV fluids. Gray was able to join the team at the stadium later on in the day Monday after being released from the hospital and managed to play some catch, which led the team to give him the nod for Wednesday's contest. Provided that Gray doesn't have a recurrence of food poisoning, he should be ready to take the mound Wednesday.
Apr 4 2016The A's trainer said there is an "outside chance" Gray (food poisoning) will start Tuesday's game, but the team will err on the side of caution, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.Gray was apparently in the emergency room Monday morning for IV fluids, and was then obviously scratched from Monday's start. Rich Hill got the start Monday, and Chris Bassitt would get the start Tuesday if Gray needs to be pushed back again to Wednesday. Owners in daily leagues will need to make sure to follow the situation closely so as not to miss out on his first start of the year.
Apr 4 2016Gray (food poisoning) was already feeling a little better in the A's clubhouse prior to Monday's game, but it is unclear when he will make his first start of the year, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.Gray was scratched with food poisoning Monday in favor of Rich Hill, and he will likely take the ball in the next couple days. Chris Bassitt would start Tuesday if Gray has to be pushed back another day due to the illness.
Apr 4 2016Gray has been scratched for Monday's start due to food poisoning, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.Gray had been set to start his third consecutive opener for the A's, but will likely now be pushed back a day or two as Rich Hill takes the mound in his place against the White Sox.
Mar 28 2016Gray (arm) will make his final spring start Tuesday against the Cubs, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.He pitched in a minor league game Thursday, logging 6.1 innings while throwing 93 pitches. The dead arm period he experienced this spring should be a non-issue in terms of his ability to get deep into starts as the regular season gets underway. Gray will take the ball for the A's on Opening Night against the White Sox.
Mar 22 2016Gray (arm) will pitch in Thursday's minor league game, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray has struggled to the tune of a 5.68 ERA this spring while dealing with some arm fatigue. It's something to keep an eye on in the coming weeks, but there's been no indication that he won't be ready for his Opening Day start against the White Sox. Gray has not missed an outing this spring.
Mar 19 2016Manager Bob Melvin told Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle that Gray is dealing with the "typical sore of dead-arm period."Gray was shelled for six runs (five earned) on eight hits and one walk across five innings during Saturday's Cactus League outing, pushing his spring ERA to 5.68. In addition to Melvin's statement, Gray informed Slusser in a text that he was "a little tired out there," but he has time to build up his arm in advance of Opening Day on April 4 against the White Sox.
Mar 9 2016Gray was named as the A's Opening Day Starter on Wednesday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Manager Bob Melvin confirmed Wednesday that Gray would be taking the hill on Opening Day for the third consecutive season when the A's begin their 2016 campaign against the White Sox. Gray has not allowed a run in his other two Opening Day starts.
Sep 28 2015Gray (hip) has been scratched from his scheduled start Wednesday and will not pitch again this season, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Barry Zito will start in his place Wednesday, while Gray will finish his season with a 14-7 record, 2.73 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 169:59 K:BB over 208 innings. He'll almost certainly be all healed up by spring training, and considering he'll only be 26 years old, it's more than likely we haven't seen Gray's best seasons yet.
Sep 26 2015Gray is dealing with some hip soreness, but he'll give it a little time before deciding whether or note he'll make his next start, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray pitched pretty well Friday, allowing just two runs on five hits and two walks, but apparently suffered a hip injury along the way. His next scheduled turn would come Wednesday against the Angels, but it's unclear at this point whether or not he'll be available.
Sep 25 2015Gray (14-7) pitched well on Friday, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out seven across six innings in a win over the Giants.Gray allowed a two-run homer in the first inning to Matt Duffy, but settled down big time after that. The first inning blunder looked like the beginning of another bad start for Gray, but the resiliency is nice to see. He had allowed 18 runs over his four previous starts and his walks have been creeping up as well. This may be the case of his 208 innings getting to him, as it's only his second full season as a starter.
Sep 22 2015Gray's start will be pushed back to Friday against the Giants, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.From a matchup standpoint it actually works out nicely for Gray's owners, as he faces the Giants instead of the Rangers this week. Following Friday's outing Gray will presumably get one final start in the last series of the season in Seattle.
Sep 19 2015Gray was fortunate to be credited with a no-decision on Saturday, as he allowed five runs on eight hits and four walks across 5.1 innings in a loss to Houston.Gray continues to struggle and he may be losing his chances on an AL Cy Young crown. For those of you in the midst of your fantasy playoffs, Gray really let you down in a two-start week. Everything is falling apart for Gray, as he's allowing a ton of runs and not striking anyone out. Over his last eight games, Gray has just 31 whiffs. Considering how young Gray is, this may just be a case of too many innings and it's very possible Gray is wearing down. He could be in line for a bounce back next week though, when he hosts the Giants on Friday.
Sep 14 2015Gray took a no decision despite allowing seven runs on eight hits and four walks over three innings. He struck out four.Gray was uncharacteristically wild and hittable, as he failed to throw at least five innings for the first time all year. Gray's 15 Game Score is his worst of his career and three innings marks his shortest start in the majors, his previous low being a 3.1-inning start August 25, 2013 against Baltimore. Gray still owns a nifty 2.56 ERA.
Sep 9 2015Gray improved to 13-7 as he hurled seven shutout innings Tuesday against Houston. He struck out four, walked two and allowed five hits.Gray notched his sixth start of the season with at least seven innings pitched and no earned runs allowed and lowered his ERA to 2.28 as a result. Gray was uncharacteristically fly ball happy, as Astros hitter launched 12 against him, but he managed to keep them all in the park and managed to hold Houston to just one extra-base hit.
Sep 2 2015Gray took the loss to the the Angels on Wednesday, allowing six runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out two over five innings.Five singles against Gray, two of the infield variety, and a wild pitch, resulted in a four-run first inning for Los Angeles. Albert Pujols then took Gray deep in the second inning for a two-run shot, but to his credit, Gray did settle down somewhat, allowing one hit (another single) over his final three frames. He will face the Astros at home his next time out.
Aug 28 2015Gray (12-6) wasn't his sharpest on Friday, as he struck out five batters while allowing four runs (two earned) on five hits and two walks over 6.1 innings in a loss to the Diamondbacks.Gray seems to be prone to these unearned runs, as he's allowed eight this season. Even with the sub-par outing, Gray still has a minuscule 2.13 ERA and 0.98 WHIP. A 3.51 xFIP and .238 BABIP would indicate some regression coming for the youngster, but it shouldn't be much. Gray will look to continue his Cy Young campaign against the Angels next Wednesday.
Aug 17 2015Gray (12-5) took the loss by allowing four runs (one earned) on seven hits and two walks in 5.2 innings Monday against the Orioles.Although he allowed just one earned run, Gray clearly wasn't at his best after missing his last start with back spasms. The 25-year-old has been generally dominant this season, though, with a 2.04 ERA and 0.98 WHIP to date. He should bounce back this weekend against the Rays.
Aug 16 2015Gray (back) will take the mound for the Athletics on Monday against the Orioles, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.Gray was originally supposed to start last Thursday, but was scratched due to back spasms and had his start pushed back. Monday was the return date the team had been hoping for, but that was dependent on how he felt over the weekend. The results were apparently positive, so Gray will take his 2.06 ERA and 0.96 WHIP to the hill for Monday's series finale.
Aug 16 2015Assuming he feels good the next couple days, Gray (back) is expected to start Monday's game against the Orioles.Gray's back spasms that forced him out of Thursday's start appear to be behind him for the most part. Barring a recurrence, it looks like he won't even miss a full turn in the rotation. Aaron Brooks was originally scheduled to pitch Monday's contest, but he was required in a 13-inning contest Friday, leaving Monday's spot open once again.
Aug 15 2015Gray (back) could start Monday's game against the Orioles if he feels ready to pitch after Saturday's bullpen session, Joe Stiglich of Comcast SportsNet California reports.He threw 25 pitches off the mound Saturday and all initial factors in a possible return were positive as he reported no signs of pain or discomfort. Provided any apparent setbacks, the A's ace could find himself on the mound against the Orioles (1-2 with a 7.04 ERA in three career starts against Baltimore) on Monday or Tuesday.
Aug 14 2015Gray (back) will throw a bullpen Saturday, but won't pitch until at least Monday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Gray was scratched from Thursday's start due to back spasms but hoped to pitch this weekend after playing catch Friday. That won't happen however, as manager Bob Melvin has indicated Monday being the earliest possible date. Brad Mills will start Friday, with Chris Bassitt expected Saturday and Kendall Graveman on Sunday.
Aug 13 2015Gray (back spasms) is likely to be slotted back into the rotation sometime during this weekend's series in Baltimore, but it is unclear which day that will be, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.He felt back spasms Wednesday night and had to be scratched from Thursday's start, with Jesse Chavez getting the ball instead. Brad Mills and Barry Zito are the top two options to get the call to start Friday if Gray is unable to return for that game.
Aug 13 2015Gray has been scratched from his scheduled start Thursday afternoon due to back spasms.No word of an injury affecting Gray had surfaced until early Thursday morning, so this comes as quite a surprise for fantasy owners. Jesse Chavez will take the hill against the Blue Jays in his place. Look for the As to update Gray's status in the near future, but consider him day-to-day until then.
Aug 7 2015Gray (12-4) was spectacular on Friday, allowing just five hits and one run in a complete game against the Astros in a 3-1 win. He struck out five.Gray lowered his ERA to an AL leading 2.07 with this impressive performance. He also has three complete games in his last six appearances, so he could be putting himself as the front runner for the AL Cy Young. He'll look to continue his fantastic form against the Orioles on Thursday.
Aug 2 2015Gray didn't earn a decision Sunday as he allowed one run on four hits and four walks, striking out seven batters before exiting to start the eighth inning in a 2-1 victory over the Indians.After blanking the Dodgers last Tuesday, Gray struggled at times against the Indians, but managed to work his way out of danger with multiple timely double plays. While the 25-year-old did walk four batters, his second highest amount this season, he didn't surrender a single extra-base hit and repeatedly pounded the strike zone, throwing 58 of his 96 pitches for strikes. Gray will look to improve upon his 2.12 ERA and 131:40 K:BB when he takes on the Astros on Friday.
Jul 29 2015Gray improved to 11-4 with a complete game shutout Tuesday against the Dodgers. He struck out nine, walked one, and allowed only three hits.Gray now joins six other pitchers for the major league lead with two shutouts. He has two more starts this year eight shutout innings and is as capable as any starter in the league of a dominant start on any given night. He tossed four quality starts in July and has earned the distinction in five of his past six outings.
Jul 23 2015Gray gave up nine hits and two runs, striking out three and walking two in seven innings against the Blue Jays on Wednesday.Gray exited the game with a 3-2 lead, but his strong start was wasted when A's closer Tyler Clippard blew the save in the ninth. The 25-year-old All-Star is 10-4 for the season and holds an impressive 2.30 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 115:35 K:BB ratio in 136.2 innings. His next scheduled start will come Tuesday at the Dodgers.
Jul 12 2015Gray (10-3) threw a shutout Sunday, allowing just three base-runners (two hits and a walk) while striking out six batters in a 2-0 victory over the Indians.The former first-round pick was electric for most of the afternoon, needing just 107 pitches to record his third career shutout. Gray allowed just two singles, one in the fourth and another in the eighth, and had the curveball working which helped him record 15 groundball outs. The first-time All-Star will take his American-League leading 2.04 ERA back home when he faces the Twins to open the second half of the season.
Jul 7 2015Gray returned from his salmonella poisoning to throw seven innings on Tuesday night, allowing six hits and three runs while striking out five Yankees.Gray showed a bit of rust early on after 11 days off, allowing two runs in the first inning. He settled in after that and only allowed one more run in his next six innings. Gray has had an exceptional first half and came into the game leading the AL in ERA. He was named to his first All-Star Game on Monday, but will not be eligible to pitch in the game as he will take the mound on Sunday in Cleveland.
Jul 4 2015Gray (illness) has officially had his next start pushed back to Tuesday, Carl Steward of Bay Area News Group reports.The good news is that Gray seems set to avoid the disabled list, but this is still a harsh result for his fantasy owners, who lost two starts this week thanks to the young ace's bout of salmonella. On the bright side, this lines him up to make two starts next week prior to the All-Star break.
Jul 3 2015Gray (illness) could make his next start Tuesday in New York, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.He insists he will not end up on the DL, but will still likely get a couple more days off. This points to Gray taking the mound Tuesday and then starting again next Sunday at Cleveland. Chris Bassitt is expected to get the spot start this Sunday against the Mariners.
Jul 3 2015Gray (illness) will likely miss his next start and may be placed on the disabled list, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray, who has been dealing with salmonella poisoning since at least Tuesday, just resumed eating solid food Thursday. He's unlikely to be ready for Sunday's scheduled start against the Mariners, so it makes sense for the A's to place him on the disabled list. Having last pitched June 25, Gray would still be eligible to come off the DL for his last scheduled start before the All-Star break, June 11 against the Indians. Chris Bassitt is expected to face the Mariners on Sunday.
Jul 2 2015Solarte was suffering from a case of salmonella poisoning was the cause of his recent illness, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.While the root of his illness has finally been defined, it's unclear whether or not he will make his next scheduled start. However, that should become more clear within the next few days. If he unavailable, Chris Bassitt could be in line to make another start for the Athletics.
Jul 1 2015Gray (illness) was released from the hospital Wednesday, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.Gray's release is a good first step, but the team remains unsure of when exactly the right-hander will take the mound next. He may have an outside chance to take the hill this weekend, but with the specifics regarding his ailment unclear, it's difficult to predict at this point.
Jun 30 2015Gray has been scratched from Tuesday's scheduled start against the Rockies, the Denver Post's Nick Groke reports.No reason has been given for the scratch, but Gray is likely dealing with some kind of injury. Chris Bassitt will be called up from Triple-A Sacramento to take his place as Tuesday's starter. Outside of a minor ankle ailment in late May that didn't even result in a missed start, Gray has enjoyed good health this season.
Jun 30 2015Gray has been scratched from Tuesday's scheduled start against the Rockies due to an illness, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.Gray should have plenty of time to recover before his next start, which is scheduled for Sunday against the Mariners. If he's ready within the next couple days, the A's could shuffle their rotation to fit him in a bit sooner. Chris Bassitt will be called up to start against the Rockies on Tuesday.
Jun 30 2015Manager Bob Melvin is unsure of when Gray (illness) will return to the rotation to make his next start. Gray spent Monday night in the hospital due to flu-like symptoms and is still there as of Tuesday evening, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray was scratched from Tuesday's scheduled start due to illness, and it has now come to light that he is dealing with a bad case of the flu. Sunday is Gray's next scheduled turn in the rotation, but the report from Melvin leaves that up in the air.
Jun 25 2015Gray (9-3) wasn't at his best Thursday, giving up three runs on nine hits over six innings in Texas, but he still struck out seven and came away with the victory.Perhaps fantasy owners could have asked for a more dominant performance with Gray coming off the worst outing in what's otherwise been an incredible season so far, but hey, it's still a quality start. Gray continues to strike batters out at a solid clip while limiting his free passes, so there's no reason to think that he won't round back into his typically dominant form shortly. He draws a home start against the Rockies on Tuesday.
Jun 14 2015Gray was masterful on Sunday, striking out nine while allowing no runs over 7.2 innings in a win over the Angels.Gray continues to have an exceptional year and now leads all Major League starters with a 1.60 ERA. Gray has allowed more than two runs in only two starts and has yet to allow more than four in any start. Gray will next take the hill Friday at home against the Angels.
Jun 9 2015Gray was not as sharp as usual on Tuesday, allowing nine baserunners over six innings in a loss to the Rangers, but was able to limit the damage to only two runs.Gray was mostly the victim of a lack of run support as the A's only managed five hits and one run. Gray still leads the American League with a 1.74 ERA and will next take the hill on Sunday against the Angels in Anaheim.
Jun 9 2015Gray lost despite a quality start Tuesday against Texas, as he allowed two runs on eight hits and a walk in six innings, with six strikeouts.Gray was outdueled by Nick Martinez and fell to 7-3 as a result. Gray has allowed more than three earned runs just once this season and his ERA remains sterling at 1.74.
Jun 4 2015Gray (7-2) turned in another dominant performance Wednesday, allowing just two singles and a walk while striking out seven over eight shutout innings in a win against Detroit.That's three consecutive wins now for Gray since he took his only two losses of the year in consecutive outings. His strikeout rate is up a tick from last year, but at 8.01 K/9, he still has some room for growth in that department. Nonetheless, two months into the season, Gray holds a 1.65 ERA -- the best in baseball. The Rangers are next up, as they'll visit Gray in Oakland on Tuesday.
May 29 2015Gray (6-2) held the Yankees to two runs on four hits over eight innings in Friday's 6-2 victory. He struck out five and walked a pair.The Yanks got to him for singular runs in the fifth and sixth innings, but otherwise Gray was dominant, pitching efficiently and keeping the ball on the ground. He's been simply unreal, with this outing pushing his WHIP under the 1.00 mark for the season. Gray certainly didn't appear to be bothered by the minor ankle injury he sustained in his last start, and he should be considered fully healthy moving into his next outing, Wednesday against Detroit.
May 29 2015Gray (ankle) has been confirmed as the starting pitcher for Friday's game against the Yankees.Gray left his last start after being struck on the ankle by a line drive, but that will not prevent him from taking the ball as scheduled Friday night. Gray will square off against a Yankees team that ranks ninth in the majors with 4.27 runs per game on the road.
May 26 2015Gray (ankle) tossed a successful bullpen session Tuesday, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.Gray noted that his ankle held up well during the session, which should keep him on tap to make his next scheduled turn Friday in Oakland against the Yankees. The right-hander was pulled after five innings during Sunday's win over the Rays, but his removal looks to have been mostly precautionary.
May 24 2015X-rays on Gray's right ankle came back negative after he left Sunday's start against the Rays, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.This is great news for the A's after Gray was removed from the game after five innings when he took a comebacker off his right ankle. Gray is scheduled to pitch Friday against the Yankees, assuming the ankle cooperates.
May 24 2015Gray left Sunday's start against the Rays early due to a right ankle contusion, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray pitched very well (zero runs allowed in five innings), but was hit in the ankle by a comebacker in the fourth inning. He stayed in to pitch the fifth, but the A's elected to take him out after the team built a 5-0 lead. If the ankle issue turns out to be minor, he is next scheduled to take the mound Friday against the Yankees.
May 24 2015Manager Bob Melvin said after Sunday's game against the Rays that he expects Gray (ankle) to make his next scheduled start Friday versus the Yankees, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray was pulled after five innings Sunday largely as a precaution, as he had previously taken a comebacker off his foot in the fourth. However, with the Athletics holding a 5-0 lead at the time of his departure, Gray still captured the win, and appears to have avoided any serious damage to his ankle. Expect his status for his next start to be clarified within the next couple of days.
May 20 2015Gray was not as sharp as usual on Tuesday, allowing three runs, seven hits and three walks over only five innings.He has been one of the best pitchers in baseball to start 2015 and this was likely just a blip on the radar. Gray worked around baserunners most of the game, but was able to grind enough to keep the damage to three runs. The right-hander will next take the mound on Sunday in Tampa Bay.
May 13 2015Gray (4-1) took a tough-luck loss to the Red Sox on Wednesday, as he allowed just a single run on three hits while striking out nine over seven innings.Just another virtuoso performance by Gray, who pushed his already-sparkling WHIP down to 0.93, but got no help from a silent Oakland offense. Boston scratched that lone run across off him in the second inning, while Wade Miley silenced the A's despite being far less effective. Gray has been one of the finest pitchers in the league to start this season, and he'll surely get back in the win column soon. His next opportunity will be Tuesday against Houston.
May 9 2015Gray struck out nine and went six innings allowing only a single run in the 4-3 loss to the Mariners Friday.Gray has found some strikeout form his past two games, K'ing up 19 after being considered a non-strikeout pitcher for the majority of his career. If he continues these strikeout totals with his dominant WHIP and ERA, he could become a top-10 pitcher in the league. Gray's next game comes Wednesday when the A's host Boston.
May 3 2015Gray was dominant against the Rangers on Sunday, throwing 6.2 shutout innings with 10 strikeouts and seven walks on the way to his fourth win of the season.The elevated walk and strikeouts totals ended Gray's start earlier than he would've liked, as he needed 119 pitches on the day. The feeble Rangers lineup failed to capitalize on his command issues, however, and Gray will take a sterling 1.67 ERA into his next start against Seattle on Friday.
Apr 28 2015Gray earned the win on Tuesday night, allowing two earned runs while striking out six over eight innings.Gray struggled through the first two innings, allowing five hits, one walk and two runs. He settled in after that and was masterful, allowing only one base runner over the last six innings and retiring 13 Angels in a row at one point. Gray will next toe the rubber on Sunday in Texas.
Apr 17 2015Gray allowed four runs on 11 hits, walking one and striking out five over six innings, but escaped with a no-decision in a game the A's would eventually lose 6-4 to Kansas City on Friday night.It was an uncharacteristically weak outing for Gray who now sports a very solid 2.11 ERA after three 2015 starts. He struggled throughout, needing 102 pitches (66 for strikes) to cover the six innings, but there is no reason to believe he won't bounce back in his next appearance.
Apr 11 2015Gray pitched well on Saturday, allowing only one earned run in 7.1 innings, but received a no decision despite leaving with a 2-1 lead.Gray's win went out the window when Nelson Cruz hit a three-run eighth inning homer. Gray has been fantastic through his first two starts of 2015 allowing only one run in 15.1 innings. He will next toe the rubber on Friday in Kansas City.
Apr 6 2015Gray was masterful on Monday night against the Rangers, allowing no runs over eight innings and carrying a no-hitter into the eighth.Gray's bid for a no-hitter was broken up with a single with no outs in the eighth, but that ended up being the only hit he allowed. In his young career, Gray has shown a flair for the bright light games and he did not disappoint with a gem on Opening Night. Gray will next take the mound on Saturday night against the Mariners.
Mar 16 2015Holmberg was optioned to Triple-A Louisville on Monday.The Reds sent a couple other borderline rotation options to Triple-A on Monday, and this essentially ensures that Tony Cingrani and Anthony DeSclafani will break camp in the Reds' rotation. It is a bit of a surprise that Holmberg, especially, was sent down this early in camp, but the Reds clearly view him as a depth piece more than a viable member of the rotation at this point. Jason Marquis now looks like the front-runner to start the year in the rotation if Homer Bailey (forearm) is forced to start the year on the DL.
Mar 11 2015Gray made his first Cactus League start on Tuesday, allowing two earned runs and five hits over 2.1 innings.The A's held back Gray through the first cycle through the rotation for some extra rest, but he appears ready to go and said he felt good on Tuesday. Gray is likely to be on the mound for the A's in the season opener on April 6th agaisnt the Rangers.
Mar 5 2015Gray will make his first Cactus League start on Tuesday, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.Gray is being held out for the first week of games by the team just for some added rest. Gray looks to build upon his 2014 campaign where he won 14 games with a 3.08 ERA in his first full season.
Sep 28 2014Gray was masterful on Sunday, throwing a complete game shutout with five strikouts against the Rangers.Gray came up huge when the A's needed him most, pitching them into a wild Card spot on Sunday. Gray's first full season campaign was fantastic, culminating in a 3.08 ERA with 14 wins in 219 innings. He has already staked his claim as a big game pitcher when one considers Sunday's performance along with his gem in Game 2 of the 2014 ALDS.
Sep 24 2014Gray pitched seven stellar innings, allowing just two runs (one earned) on three hits and three walks, while striking out a career-high 12 batters in a tough-luck loss to the Angels on Tuesday.After struggling for part of September, Gray did what was asked of him Tuesday, as he kept his club in the game as they chase a wild-card spot. However, he didn't get enough run support to garner the win. He now has a 3.21 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 178:74 K:BB in 210 innings this year. Gray is slated to make his final start of the year Sunday against the Rangers on the road.
Sep 18 2014Gray took the loss against Texas on Thursday, allowing five runs -- four earned -- and eight hits in just five innings. He issued a couple of walks and struck out four.After retiring two of the first three hitters of the game, Gray allowed four straight base hits for an early four-run deficit. He settled down a bit, until he gave up a run in the fifth inning, and was ultimately pulled at a pitch count of 91. The 24-year right-hander was phenomenal in the first half of the season, going 10-3 with a 2.79 ERA and 1.19 WHIP in 125.2 innings, but has struggled since the All-Star break. He seemed to have righted the ship in his last two starts, however, allowing just four earned runs in 15 innings, but that was all undone after Thursday's mediocre outing. He'll make two important starts next week against the Angels and Rangers, as Oakland attempts to secure a playoff berth.
Sep 14 2014Gray allowed two walks, five hits and two runs in eight solid innings to go with seven strikeouts in a no-decision against the Mariners on Saturday.Gray gave up six runs over five innings the last time he faced the Mariners, but he was terrific Saturday. He gave up an RBI single to Chris Taylor in the 3rd but other than that, he outpitched Felix Hernandez until he gave up a game-tying solo shot to Robinson Cano in the 7th.
Sep 9 2014Gray gave up three runs (two earned) on four hits with three walks and four strikeouts over seven innings Monday in a loss to the White Sox.Gray's solid outing was ruined by a game-tying Tyler Flowers home run off interim closer Eric O'Flaherty. It was a nice bounce-back game for the right-hander, who was tagged for six runs in his last start. Gray gets his second start of the week Saturday in Seattle.
Sep 3 2014Gray pitched just five innings Tuesday against the Mariners, allowing six runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out two in the loss.Gray has been struggling of late, as he has given up 26 runs (24 earned) in his last six starts (spanning 33 innings). He still boasts a quality 3.25 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 151:64 K:BB ratio in 183 innings pitched this year. His next start is set for Monday on the road against the White Sox.
Aug 29 2014Gray turned in a quality outing on Thursday night, allowing three earned runs over seven innings against the Angels.Gray had a tough start to the game, allowing three runs in the second inning, but recovered to finish the game with five straight scoreless frames. Gray has stumbled a bit in August so far with an ERA over 4.00, but has still put together a very strong second season with 13 wins and an ERA of 3.03. Gray will next take the mound on Tuesday at home against the Mariners.
Aug 23 2014Gray picked up his 13th win of the season on Friday against the Angels, as he allowed three runs on six hits while walking two and striking out five hitters over 8.1 innings pitched.The Athletics have to be happy with Gray's output so far this season as he remains atop the league leaders in wins. Gray had a chance to close out the game himself before allowing his third earned run in the ninth inning and hitting the 102-pitch mark. Gray lowered his ERA to 3.00 on the season with the win.
Aug 17 2014Gray labored through 5.1 innings Saturday night, surrendering four earned runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out five in a 4-3 loss to the Braves.Gray never seemed to settle in Saturday night, finding the zone with just 59-of-99 pitches. Though he only issued one free pass, the young right-hander gave up eight hits as the Braves' batters often worked the count to their favor. Gray has now been knocked around for 12 earned runs while posting a 1.92 WHIP over his last 16.2 innings and could be wearing down a bit. Fantasy owners should pay close attention to his start against the Angels next weekend.
Aug 12 2014Gray (12-6) gave up three runs (two earned) on six hits with three walks and two strikeouts over seven innings in a loss to the Royals on Monday.Gray bounced back from a rough outing versus the Rays last week, but was still hung tough loss to the scorching hot Royals. The right-hander falls to 0-3 in August, with a 4.42 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 18.1 innings over three starts. Gray will face the Braves on the road Saturday.
Aug 6 2014Gray was torched by the Rays on Wednesday, allowing 10 hits and six earned runs in only 4.1 innings.Gray had been on a serious roll lately, allowing a grand total of five earned runs over his last six starts before Wednesday's implosion. Gray had troubled controlling his fastball on Wednesday and tied a career-high with four walks. Gray's ERA rose to 2.87, but the start was likely just a blip on a day where he did not have any of his good stuff. Gray will next take the mound on Monday in Kansas City.
Aug 1 2014Gray (12-4) was the tough-luck loser on Friday against the Royals as he pitched seven brilliant innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out seven hitters.Every fantasy owner will take this pitching line from Gray night in and night out, regardless of the decision. There wasn't much more that Gray could do as he kept his club in the game, throwing 101 pitches on the night while collecting 10 ground ball outs. Gray is having an outstanding season and has now lowered his ERA to 2.59 on the year.
Jul 26 2014Gray grabbed his 12th win of the season Saturday, allowing one run on seven hits across 6.2 innings against the Rangers. He also struck out five and walked four.The four free passes were somewhat uncharacteristic for the sophomore hurler, as he'd walked three or less in each of his seven previous starts. Nonetheless, owners are more focused on Gray racking up his fifth win in a row and bringing his ERA down to 2.65 on the season. The kid has been a lock for W's since mid-June on baseball's best team and is paying dividends for those who were savvy enough to draft him.
Jul 20 2014Gray allowed two runs on two hits and two walks while striking out eight in 6.2 innings in the Athletics' 10-2 win over the Orioles on Sunday.Gray was his normal self Sunday, moving to 11-3 on the year. He's now earned a win in five of his last six starts. He's allowed just three runs in his last four starts and his ERA has moved to 2.72 on the year. He'll take the mound again July 26 against Miles Mikolas and the Rangers.
Jul 13 2014Gray held the Mariners to an unearned run en route to his tenth win of the season Sunday.Gray won his last four decisions and allowed one earned run or less against his final three opponents heading into the All-Star break. Gray looks like an All-Star snub at this point, as he threw a quality start in 16 of 19 first-half starts.
Jul 3 2014Gray (8-3) allowed just a run on four hits and three walks over seven innings in Thursday's win against Toronto. He struck out five.Gray's having an awesome first full season, but there have been some hiccups along the way, including his last atart against Miami. Walks have become a concern, though -- he's issued three or more in five his last nine outings. Gray will look to pound the zone more next week against the Giants.
Jun 28 2014Gray gave up five earned runs on seven hits while walking three and fanning four in a no-decision against the Marlins on Saturday.Gray departed the game during a 5-5 tie and was the first of eight A's pitchers to take the hill in a 14-inning marathon win at Marlins Park. His record remains at a solid 7-3 on the season to go along with his 3.20 ERA and 1.15 WHIP. Unfortunately for owners, the ERA has been climbing steadily from 1.99 over his last six starts, which in turn has amounted to just two wins during that span.
Jun 22 2014Gray will have his scheduled Tuesday at the Mets start pushed back to Saturday at the Marlins, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.With two off days this week, the A's are using them to give Gray a bit of a rest since he is already up to 99 innings pitched in his first full season in the majors. Gray and the team have both indicated that he is fine and this is strictly being done to rest him, a move that should pay dividends if the team is able to make a deep postseason run. Gray is 7-3 with a 2.91 ERA so far this season.
Jun 18 2014Gray had a strong outing on Wednesday, earning a win while allowing only two runs over seven innings with seven strikeouts against the Rangers.Gray had been scuffling a bit lately after a superb start to the season so it was nice to see him return to form. This was his first game allowing less than three runs since May 22nd. Gray's ERA on the season still sits at a superb 2.91. His next start will come Tuesday at the Mets.
Jun 13 2014Gray pitched six full innings on Friday against the Yankees, giving up three runs on seven hits while striking out seven hitters.The Athletics' young starter struggled through the first couple of innings and then settled down to give a quality start, but it was obvious Gray didn't have his best stuff. Gray fell to 6-3, but will look to pick up his seventh win of the season next Wednesday facing the Rangers.
Jun 7 2014Gray only lasted 5.1 innings against the Orioles on Saturday, allowing five runs on four hits (and four walks) to take his second loss of the season.This was the first time this season that Gray was unable to complete the sixth inning, and the four walks tied a season-worst. He will try to right the ship next time against the Yankees at home.
Jun 2 2014Gray allowed three runs over 6.2 innings against the Angels on Sunday to earn his sixth win.Gray was not quite as sharp as usual on Sunday, allowing seven hits and three walks over his 6.2 innings, but he made enough good pitches with guys on base to only allow three runs. Gray's ERA on the year sits at a sparkling 2.45 and he will next pitch on Saturday in Baltimore.
May 28 2014While certainly not at his best, Gray was still in line for the win on Tuesday night against the Tigers before the A's bullpen blew the win for him in the seventh inning. Gray had to settle for the no decision after completing six innings and allowing four eared runs on eight hits and one walk. Gray, who also struck out five batters, will next take the mound on Sunday against the Angels at home.This was just a minor hiccup for Gray, who has been great so far this year with a 5-1 record and 2.31 ERA and 1.12 WHIP. Continue to roll with him in all leagues.
May 22 2014Gray delivered eight innings of one-run ball Thursday in Tampa, allowing just five hits and two walks. He struck out three.If we can pick some nits, we'll express some disappointment with the fact that Gray's struck out just three batters in three of his last four starts (and nine in the other one). But hey, the guy's got a 1.99 ERA and a quality start in every single one of his outings.
May 16 2014Gray was sharp again Friday night, allowing just a single run on two hits, walking three and striking out nine over six innings of 11-1 route of the Indians.His teammates put up an eight-spot in the top of the second inning and it was pretty much cruise control from that point on. Now 5-1 with the sparkling 2.10 ERA, the only fault one could possibly find would be a slightly elevated pitch count as he needed 90 pitches (55 for strikes) to complete the six innings.
May 10 2014Gray struck out three and walked two while giving up three runs on six hits over seven innings against the Nationals on Saturday.While Gray wasn't piling up strikeouts (three) or swinging strikes (eight) at his usual clip Saturday, he did a good job getting ahead in the count by throwing a first-pitch strike to 21 of the 28 batters he faced. For the season, he's striking out batters at a lower rate (7.2 K/9) than he did down the stretch after being called up in 2013 (9.4 K/9), but he's maintained a lower ERA (2.17) by keeping the ball in the park (0.5 HR/9) and stranding runners at a higher clip (82.2% LOB%). Gray's next start is scheduled for Friday against Cleveland at Progressive Field.
May 4 2014Gray lasted six innings Sunday against the Red Sox, giving up two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three batters.As was the case for his previous six outings of the season, Gray again provided a quality start Sunday, generating 11 groundball outs. While he ultimately missed out on his fifth win of the season, Gray did little to diminish what has been an outstanding first full season in the big leagues to this point.
Apr 28 2014Gray was stellar Monday in a win against the Rangers as he allowed three hits and one walk to go along with six strikeouts in a complete game shutout.Gray is now 4-1 this season and has recorded a quality start in each of his six outings. His ERA is a sparkling 1.76 and he is quickly establishing himself as a very strong fantasy option.
Apr 23 2014Gray took his first loss of the year Wednesday as he was out-dueled by Martin Perez, who tossed a complete game shut out.Gray gave up just three earned runs on five hits over seven strong innings. He walked four and struck out eight. His ERA still sits at a sparkling 2.25, and he'll take on Texas on the road in his next start once again.
Apr 13 2014Gray threw a gem on Saturday against the Mariners, allowing only one earned run over seven innings while striking out nine.Gray has had nice results in all three of his starts so far this season, but Saturday was definitely the sharpest he has looked in any of the starts. He touched 95 mph on a couple of occasions with his fastball and had a fantastic curve ball most of the night. He is scheduled to next take the mound on Friday against the Astros.
Apr 6 2014Gray battled some wildness early, but settled in to earn a win, allowing only one earned run over six innings.Gray has not been especially sharp early on in either of his two starts this season, but he has battled through it and made big pitches with guys on base to keep runs off the board. Gray will face the Mariners again in his next scheduled start, Saturday at Safeco Field.
Apr 5 2014Gray will toe the rubber Sunday against the Mariners, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.After Friday's series opener was postponed due to a slick field, Dan Straily was pushed back to Saturday, which subsequently moved Gray's next nod to Sunday. In his first start of the season in Monday's opener, Gray earned a no-decision, despite allowing no runs on five hits with a 7:3 K:BB in six frames. Moreover, he doesn't seem worse for wear, after taking a comebacker off his ankle.
Apr 1 2014Gray's ankle is "fine", reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.Gray took a line drive off his ankle in Monday night's game and while it was assumed he was ok, Gray noted he wanted to see how it would be on the next day. Gray threw six shutout innings on Opening Day and next takes the bump Saturday against the Mariners.
Mar 31 2014Gray struck out seven batters over six shutout innings in Monday's season-opening 2-0 loss to the Indians.Gray walked the first two batters of the game and later ran into trouble during the fourth and sixth innings, yet he escaped unscathed, giving the A's every chance to win. While Oakland would probably prefer that its 24-year-old potential ace not throw 105 pitches on Opening Day, the workload is a good sign for fantasy owners, after Gray topped 100 pitches in just three of his 12 starts (including playoffs) last season. Next up is a likely Saturday matchup with Seattle ace Felix Hernandez.
Mar 23 2014Gray has been named the A's Opening Day starter, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.This was generally assumed after Jarrod Parker and A.J. Griffin both went down with elbow injuries, but the A's formally named the 24-year-old Gray the Opening Day starter Sunday. Gray was outstanding in 12 appearances (10 starts) last season (2.67 ERA, 1.10 WHIP), but it remains to be seen how he'll fare in the role of frontline starter.
Mar 14 2014Gray is likely in line for the Opening Day start, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.Gray likely will take the spot from Jarrod Parker as Parker is suffering from forearm tightness. Gray has only made 10 Major League starts, but looks to be the guy to get the ball on Opening Night against the Indians.
Mar 11 2014Gray threw four scoreless innings in Tuesday's exhibition games against the Padres, allowing only one hit while punching out two.This was a nice bounce back for Gray after a rough start in his last outing. He is lined up as the A's number two starter and looks to build upon his fantastic 2012 debut, where he compiled a 2.85 ERA in his ten starts.
Feb 6 2014Gray (thumb) received clearance for all baseball activity in December after ten weeks of rehab, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.After breaking his thumb in the ALDS, it was assumed Gray would be fine for Spring Training, but this is still good news to hear the rehab went smoothly. Gray has a rotation spot locked up for the A's and will be a popular young player in upcoming drafts.
Oct 18 2013Gray (thumb) underwent successful surgery Friday.The thumb injury, which Gray sustained in Game 5 of the ALDS, was to his non-throwing hand, so there's really no long-term ramifications. He now faces a 8-10 week recovery period, but there's little doubt Gray will be a full-go once spring training begins.
Oct 14 2013Gray will have surgery Thursday to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb, CSN California reports.Gray sustained the injury during Game 5 of the ALDS, when a come-backer hit his non-throwing hand. Following the procedure, he'll embark upon an 8-to-10 week recovery period, which should result in full health by the time spring training rolls around.
Oct 14 2013Gray's MRI on his left thumb revealed a torn UCL that will require surgery.Gray suffered the injury on a come-backer in Game 5 of the ALDS against Detroit. There is no timetable yet announced, but since the injury is on his non-throwing hand, it would be assumed that he will be ready for Spring Training.
Oct 12 2013Gray (thumb) said that he would have been able to pitch had the A's advanced to the ALCS, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.It's hard to know if Gray's assertion is correct, but we aren't too worried about the hypothetical. The talented young right-hander should be ready for spring training next season, and he's locked into a spot in one of the most competitive rotation in baseball.
Oct 11 2013Gray suffered a hairline fracture of a bone below his left thumb during Game 5 of the ALDS on Thursday night, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.Gray suffered the injury on a comeback that he knocked down in the fifth inning of the game. He would likely have been unavailable in the ALCS, but he should be ready to go for Spring Training. Gray had an exceptional debut this year for the A's and will be locked into a rotation spot for 2014.
Oct 9 2013Gray will start Thursday's Game 5 of the ALDS against Detroit, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.There's no arguing with performance, and Gray certainly outperformed Bartolo Colon earlier in the series. Colon is obviously the much more experienced pitcher, but with the season hinging on one game, it's clear that manager Bob Melvin believes the 23-year-old Gray gives his team the best chance to win.
Oct 6 2013Sonny Gray was nothing short of exceptional in Game 2 of the ALDS, throwing eight innings of shutout ball with nine strikeouts against the Tigers.Justin Verlander matches Gray pitch for pitch so Gray was saddled with a no decision, but he was still the clear star for the A's on Saturday night. Gray threw most fastballs and curveballs and kept the Tigers hitters fooled all night. Gray has been a huge asset for the A's since he was called up and clearly has a rotation spot locked up for 2014.
Oct 6 2013Gray was nothing short of exceptional in Game 2 of the ALDS, throwing eight innings of shutout ball with nine strikeouts against the Tigers.Justin Verlander matched Gray pitch for pitch to saddle the youngster with a no-decision, but he was still the clear star for the A's on Saturday night. Gray threw mostly fastballs and curveballs and kept Tigers hitters fooled all night. He has been a huge asset for the A's since he was called up and clearly has a rotation spot locked up for 2014.
Oct 1 2013Gray will start Game 2 of the ALDS, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.The 23-year-old will be thrust into a big spot Saturday, as he'll toe the rubber in opposition of 2011 AL MVP Justin Verlander. In 12 games (10 starts) for Oakland this season, Gray posted a 2.67 ERA, a 1.11 WHIP and a 9.4 K/9.
Sep 29 2013Gray pitched well on Sunday, allowing no runs while striking out eight in five innings.Gray had a great Major League debut with a 2.67 ERA in his first ten career starts. He has locked in a rotation spot for 2014 and should be a popular choice in the middle rounds of 2014 drafts with his pedigree, stuff and home park.
Sep 22 2013Gray improved to 4-3 Sunday as he gave up four earned runs on seven hits over five innings. He walked two and struck out three.Gray needed 94 pitches (58 strikes) to get through just five innings, and will need to work on getting his pitch count under control if he wants to last longer on the mound.
Sep 17 2013Gray threw six strong innings Tuesday against the Angels, allowing just one run on five hits and a walk. He also struck out five.Despite the good numbers, Gray wasn't very efficient, needing 98 pitches to get through six innings. But results are results, and Gray has now gone four straight starts without allowing more than two earned runs.
Sep 16 2013Gray will now pitch on Tuesday, reports John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle.Gray was scheduled to pitch Monday, but Jarrod Parker will now pitch Monday after missing Sunday's start due to an illness. If the A's stick with a five man rotation this week, Gray will still pitch twice.
Sep 11 2013Gray earned his third win on Wednesday night, going five innings while allowing two earned runs.Gray was not his sharpest on Wednesday with three walks and four hits allowed in his five innings, but managed to secure the win. The A's had a huge lead and Gray had thrown 91 pitches so there was no reason to push him past five innings. Gray is slated to next face the Angels on Monday.
Sep 5 2013Gray pitched well on Thursday night against the Astros, allowing two earned run in eight innings.Gray took the loss in the game, but was the victim of a lack of run support. Gray has pitched very well in five of his six Major League starts and will carry a 2.51 ERA into his next start in Minnesota on Tuesday.
Aug 31 2013Gray was terrific on Saturday night, allowing zero runs while striking out seven in 6.2 innings in a win over the Rays.After a very rough outing in his last start in Baltimore, Gray rebounded nicely and has now pitched well in four of his five Major League starts. He is scheduled to next face the Astros on Thursday.
Aug 25 2013Gray was clobbered Sunday to the tune of six runs on eight hits and two walks, while striking out three in 3.1 innings, as the Athletics lost at Baltimore.In his quest to become the first pitcher since 1970 to start his MLB career with four nods in a row of six innings, while yielding four or less hits, Gray did not uphold his end of the bargain. Nevertheless, the rookie has a splendid matchup in store next weekend against the Rays, whose offense ranks third-worst in the month of August in terms of run scored.
Aug 23 2013Gray will now pitch Sunday against the Orioles, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.The A's will be using their off day to skip Tommy Milone and keep Gray on regular rest. Gray becomes a 2-start pitcher this week now instead of next week.
Aug 20 2013Gray was fantastic on Tuesday night, allowing only two hits and two earned runs over seven innings while racking up seven strikeouts.Gray ended up with a no decision after the A's bullpen blew the game in the eighth inning. Gray has now been effective in all three of his starts since entering the rotation. Gray will get a very tough test in his next start, Monday at Detroit.
Aug 15 2013Gray (1-1) dominated the Astros on Thursday, striking out nine and allowing just four hits and a walk over eight shutout innings.Not bad for the kid's second start in the big leagues. With just two earned runs allowed in 18 innings to go with a 20:5 K:BB, he's looking like a keeper.
Aug 10 2013Gray took the loss in his first Major League start on Saturday, but pitched effectively, allowing two earned runs in six innings.Gray's defense did him no favors as a passed ball by Derek Norris and an error by Josh Donaldson let to two unearned runs. After a home run by Jose Bautista in the first inning, Gray pitched very well. His next start is a nice matchup, home against the Astros on Thursday.
Aug 9 2013Gray was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento on Friday and will start on Saturday against the Blue Jays the San Francisco Chronicle reports.In two appearances with the big club this year, Gray has not allowed a run on two hits and a walk, while striking out six in four frames. The team has not indicated what Gray's role will be after the start on Saturday, but a solid start could definitely earn him additional starts, likely on the spot vacated when Tommy Milone was sent to Triple-A.
Aug 9 2013Gray is officially in the rotation and Saturday's start will not be just a spot start, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.Gray takes the spot that Tommy Milone has filled all season. Gray was 10-7 with a 3.42 ERA with 118 strikeouts in 118.1 innings this year at Triple-A Sacramento. He is one of the A's top prospects and is definitely worth a pickup in deeper leagues.
Jul 19 2013Gray was officially sent down to Triple-A Sacramento, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.The A's had indicated that this move would happen despite the fact that Gray has looked dominant during his short stint in the majors. After another pair of scoreless innings Friday, Gray has tossed four scoreless innings of relief with a 6:1 K:BB. There is little doubt that he will be back, possibly even to start.
Jul 11 2013Gray made his Major League debut on Wednesday night, throwing two scoreless innings against the Pirates.Gray is a big prospect for the A's and will be the next starter up if they A's have an injury or a Bartolo Colon suspension. He is working out of the bullpen for now so he has very little value in fantasy lineups right now. If you can stash him on your bench, he certainly has upside if he can break into the starting rotation.
Jul 9 2013Gray will be called up by the A's, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Gray, the A's top pitching prospect, is expected to begin working out of the bullpen. He has been dominant at Triple-A this season in 16 starts, going 8-5 with a 2.81 ERA and 107 strikeouts in 102.1 innings. It could be a matter of time before the right-hander is a part of the rotation for the A's.
Jun 29 2013Gray has posted a career-high 24.8 percent strikeout rate over 95.1 innings at Triple-A Sacramento this season.Considering the league he's pitching in, Gray's season numbers have been outstanding, as he's carrying a 3.02 ERA over 15 starts. In addition to getting a lot of outs on the ground (50.9 percent GB rate), Gray has shown steady control and might be atop the A's list for a promotion, if a member of the Oakland rotation succumbs to an injury.
May 7 2013Sonny Gray is likely to be the A's choice to replace Jarrod Parker in the starting rotation if Parker has to go on the DL for his neck issue, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.Gray is one of the A's top pitching prospects and has been pitching very well in Triple-A this year. He is 3-1 with a 2.61 ERA for the Sacramento RiverCats so far. Gray could be a nice add in deeper leagues.