DraftKings. Jake Irvin has failed to clear more than five innings pitched in five of six starts this season. His pitch efficiency has worsened in the ABS era, with his zone rate dropping to a career worst 50.7%, and his chase rate at 24.7% (13th percentile). His 4.01 pitches per plate appearance is in the 26th percentile of qualifiers, and he also hasnтАЩt been particularly effective (4.93 ERA, 4.81 xERA, 48% hard hit rate). HeтАЩll face a patient Twins team (9th in pitches per PA, 10th in chase rate) that has been starting to break through at the plate of late.
I simply don't think Washington should be a home dog against mega-terrible Twins pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson (0-5, 6.49 ERA). That Minnesota lineup leaves a bit to be desired on a getaway day as well. Not a big fan of the Nats' Jake Irvin, either, at 1-4 with a 4.93 ERA. So I want +1.5 protection. The model has the Nationals winning and I'm leaning that way but don't turn down gifts.
Matthews was removed from Friday's game against the Brewers with an apparent injury, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
The Twins designated Rashi for assignment Friday.
The Twins selected Culpepper's contract from Triple-A St. Paul on Friday.
The Twins placed Ryan on the 15-day injured list Friday with a left glute strain.
Vivas is not in the lineup for Friday's contest versus the Reds.
Ruiz is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Reds.
Alvarez is slated to start Saturday's game against the Reds at Nationals Park.
Pinckney went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Thursday's 7-3 loss to the Phillies.
Perales is a pitcher the Nationals believe is nearly ready to make his big-league debut, Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic reports.
The Twins will call up Culpepper from Triple-A St. Paul prior to Friday's game in Milwaukee, Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com reports.
