Chris Tillman SP FA Thu 9/4/14 9:46 PM
Chris Tillman
SP FA
Tillman made a quality start against Cincinnati on Thursday, allowing three runs over six innings. He scattered five hits and struck out six batters, but did not factor in the decision.
Tillman was in line for the win, but his bullpen betrayed him, surrendering four runs late in the game. He has performed well over the last couple of months, not surrendering more than three earned runs in any of his last 13 starts, while recording a 2.47 ERA during that stretch (83.2 innings). His strikeout rate of 6.22 K/9 is below average, but he's minimizing walks and keeping the ball in the park. If you're in need of help in the wins category, and he's still available in your league, he's certainly worth a pickup. The Orioles have a day off next week, so he'll make just one start, toeing the rubber at Boston.
