Jonathan Heasley RP FA Sun 3/31/24 12:29 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday, Steve Melewski of MASNSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley is getting recalled with Cionel Perez (oblique) landing on the 15-day injured list. The 27-year-old was optioned to minor-league camp after posting a 3.52 ERA and 4:2 K:BB over 7.2 innings in spring training. The righty last played in the majors for Kansas City last season, recording a 7.20 ERA in 15 innings.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Sun 3/24/24 4:58 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
The Orioles optioned Heasley to minor-league camp Sunday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander had a 3.52 ERA and 4:2 K:BB over 7.2 innings during spring training but won't be included on Baltimore's Opening Day roster. Heasley was acquired from the Royals in December and had a 7.20 ERA across 15 frames for Kansas City last season.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Tue 3/5/24 2:12 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley has allowed two runs on four hits and a walk with one strikeout over three Grapefruit League innings.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley's given up one home run. The 27-year-old right-hander was acquired by the Orioles in a trade from the Royals in December. Assuming the Orioles carry just one multi-inning option in the bullpen to begin 2024, Heasley appears to be behind Keegan Akin for that role, though both players figure to be part of the organization's plans this season.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Mon 12/18/23 6:12 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
The Orioles acquired Heasley from the Royals on Monday in exchange for Cesar Espinal, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley was moved to the bullpen full-time in June last season and flashed some promise, but the results ultimately weren't there, as he held a 7.20 ERA and 9:2 K:BB over 15 innings during his time with the big club. The Orioles obviously see some potential with the righty and will try to coax more out of him.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Sat 8/12/23 6:56 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley had been in the majors since early July. In his first seven appearances of his latest big-league stint, he allowed just one earned run in seven innings, but he's given up nine earned runs (including five homers) in 5.1 innings across his last four outings. He'll sort things out in the minors, with Max Castillo taking his place in the bullpen.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Tue 7/4/23 10:03 AM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley was recalled from Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley struggled in his lone appearance with the Royals this season and also holds a 7.51 ERA this year at Omaha. He'll provide the bullpen with some length.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Sun 5/7/23 12:39 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
The Royals optioned Heasley to Triple-A Omaha on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley tossed 2.2 innings and 38 pitches out of the bullpen in Friday's 12-8 loss to Oakland and wasn't likely to be available for another day or two, so the Royals are opting to move him off the 26-man active roster in favor of a fresh arm in Max Castillo, who was called up from Triple-A in a corresponding move. The 25-year-old Heasley should reclaim a rotation spot as he heads back to Omaha.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Fri 5/5/23 3:31 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
The Royals recalled Heasley from Triple-A Omaha on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley hasn't gotten off to a great start in Triple-A this season, posting a 9.00 ERA and 1.65 WHIP through 31 innings over six starts. It's unclear whether the Royals will decide to insert him into their starting rotation or use him as a multi-inning reliever, but he's not a recommended fantasy option either way. Austin Cox was optioned to Omaha in a corresponding move.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Fri 3/17/23 7:05 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley was optioned to Triple-A Omaha by the Royals on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley struggled in the majors last season to the tune of a 5.28 ERA and 1.49 WHIP across 104 frames, and his troubles have seemingly carried over into the spring (11.57 ERA, 2.29 WHIP through seven innings). He will likely need to show significant signs of improvement with Omaha before the Royals can feel comfortable bringing him back on the major-league roster.
Jonathan Heasley RP FA Sun 3/5/23 2:10 PM
Jonathan Heasley
RP FA
Heasley has allowed seven earned runs across four innings through two Cactus League appearances.
EDGE Analysis
Heasley isn't exactly making a great case to be in the Royals' rotation to begin 2023. He struggled last year as well, logging a 5.28 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 70:47 K:BB across 104 innings over 21 starts. Without significant improvement in spring games, he could be sent to Triple-A Omaha or work out of the Royals' bullpen to start the campaign.