Blackburn leaves in second inning: Twins SP Nick Blackburn lasted just 1 2/3 innings in his second career start against the Yankees on Monday, allowing seven hits and six runs, three earned. He recorded one strikeout and lost for the sixth time this season. Blackburn also had an early exit in his first game against New York, departing after he was drilled in the face by Bobby Abreu's line drive in the fifth inning. The rookie right-hander, who allowed just one run in that June 1 start, was left with a swollen lip and headaches but still managed to make his next scheduled start against the White Sox. (Updated 07/21/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 7/24/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Blackburn had lasted at least 6 2/3 innings in each of his previous three starts, compiling a 1.74 ERA. He has managed to keep his ERA below 4.00, but his lack of knockout stuff prevents him from becoming that useful in mixed leagues. His next start is scheduled for Sunday at Cleveland. (Updated 07/21/2008).
No information available at this time.
Blackburn leaves in second inning: Twins SP Nick Blackburn lasted just 1 2/3 innings in his second career start against the Yankees on Monday, allowing seven hits and six runs, three earned. He recorded one strikeout and lost for the sixth time this season. Blackburn also had an early exit in his first game against New York, departing after he was drilled in the face by Bobby Abreu's line drive in the fifth inning. The rookie right-hander, who allowed just one run in that June 1 start, was left with a swollen lip and headaches but still managed to make his next scheduled start against the White Sox. (Updated 07/21/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 7/24/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Blackburn had lasted at least 6 2/3 innings in each of his previous three starts, compiling a 1.74 ERA. He has managed to keep his ERA below 4.00, but his lack of knockout stuff prevents him from becoming that useful in mixed leagues. His next start is scheduled for Sunday at Cleveland. (Updated 07/21/2008).
= probable start
