Matt Waldron

Matt Waldron delivered a stellar performance on Tuesday, blanking the Marlins over seven innings in a 4-0 victory for the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Waldron allowed just six hits and struck out eight without issuing a walk. This outing continues a four-start run of great pitching for the 27-year-old knuckleballer, as he's posted a 1.96 ERA and 31-to-6 K/BB across his last 23 innings. Waldron has put himself firmly on the fantasy radar with his recent form on the mound.

Matt Waldron delivered a solid outing in the Padres' 6-4 victory over the Reds on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out seven over five innings. Despite a season marred by a high ERA of 4.86 and a WHIP of 1.44, Waldron's performance in this game showed signs of potential stability. His 9.4 K/9 continues to be a bright spot, suggesting he can rack up strikeouts, which is valuable for fantasy teams needing help in that category. However, his overall inconsistency this season could still make him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues or those with a high tolerance for volatility.

Matt Waldron delivered a strong performance on Friday, allowing just one earned run on five hits and two walks while striking out 10 over 5 2/3 innings in the Padres' 3-1 win against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a refreshing change of pace for Waldron, whose season has been marred by a high 5.00 ERA and 1.42 WHIP across nine starts. His 10 strikeouts in this game highlight his potential for high strikeout totals, aligning with his season K/9 rate of 9.0. Despite his previous struggles, this performance could signal a turning point, offering hope for fantasy managers in need of strikeouts and quality starts. However, his overall inconsistency this season suggests a cautious approach in relying on him as a regular starter in fantasy lineups.

Matt Waldron endured another tough outing, surrendering two earned runs on just two hits and two walks while striking out six over 5 1/3 innings in Saturday's 5-0 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a seemingly solid strikeout rate and limited hits, Waldron's performance was not enough to secure a win, as his season-long issues with run support and game management persisted. His ERA now sits at an elevated 5.49 with a WHIP of 1.45, numbers that are less than ideal for fantasy managers. Given his current form and high ERA, Waldron remains a risky play in most fantasy formats. His ability to strike out batters is a small consolation, but fantasy managers should be wary of his impact on their team's overall performance.

Matt Waldron allowed eight runs (seven earned) on eight hits over three innings on Sunday against the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Waldron allowed four runs right away in the first inning before another two scored on him in the second inning. He remains off the fantasy radar.