Alvarez worked an inning of relief Friday, but he surrendered his fourth home run of the season in a loss to the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

The four homers allowed already match Alvarez's mark last year despite throwing 42 less innings in 2017. The 28-year-old has been otherwise effective, limiting baserunners (0.98 WHIP) while collecting seven holds. Alvarez is the only left-handed option out of the Angels' bullpen, so he should continue to see hold opportunities late in games, but he will have to improve on his 4.11 ERA and 2.3 HR/9 in order to gain the trust of owners in holds leagues.