Episode 5 of the podcast looks at Kyle Hendricks’ first half struggles, Zack Godley’s dropping chase rate, George Springer’s exceptional slump, Kyle Gibson’s questionable recent pitch mix, and a deep dive on plate discipline metrics and how to use them in your fantasy baseball analysis. You can listen to the episode below and let me […] The post BatFlip Crazy Podcast: Kyle Hendricks and Plate Discipline Metrics appeared first on BatFlip Crazy.

Welcome to Week 14 of the Cut List. In this edition, I take a look at the recent performances of Joey Gallo, Tommy Pham, Travis Shaw, and Kyle Hendricks. Has Gallo underperformed expectations? Why is Pham hitting .246? Is Shaw not the bonafide slugger we thought he was? Is Hendricks viable in standard leagues? I was absent last week and Kent Shen filled in admirably for me, but now I'm back to dissect some player profiles. Let's dive in! Want some waiver wire advice to make up for those n[...]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks got rocked for six runs in 2 2/3 innings Wednesday versus the Dodgers. Hendricks gave up two home runs during his outing and allowed eight hits, two walks and struck out one. Hendricks has now given up 16 home runs this season, after giving up 17 in all of 2017. Hendricks will look for better results in a favorable matchup versus the Tigers on Tuesday.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks allowed four runs versus the Reds on Thursday evening. Hendricks was cruising after five innings but struggled in the sixth inning and left after 5 2/3 innings with the bases loaded. Randy Rosario replaced Hendricks and gave up a grand slam to Jesse Winker. Hendricks is now 5-7 with a 3.73 ERA. Hendricks will look for better results on Tuesday versus the Dodgers.

Chicago Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks completed five innings of one-run ball in a no-decision Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Hendricks was lifted in the fifth inning with the Cubs threatening but the offense couldn't capitalize. For the afternoon, he allowed three hits, walked two and punched out four. Hendricks holds a strong 3.48 ERA, 1.09 [...]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks gave up five earned runs in five innings Tuesday against the Phillies and took the loss. Hendricks has now only gone five innings in two straight starts but was unusually inefficient in this one. He needed 87 pitches - only 54 of which were strikes - to get through five, and walked three in the outing. His season ERA had come all the way down to 3.19 entering the start, but now sees it sitting at 3.59 with a 1.10 WHIP. When the [...]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks threw seven innings and allowed one run on two hits Friday afternoon versus the Giants. The right-hander also walked two batters and struck out seven. Hendricks' strong start lowered his season ERA to 3.16. He is scheduled to face the Pirates on the road Wednesday in a favorable matchup.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks went eight innings Monday evening versus the Miami Marlins. Hendricks only struck out three hitters, but gave up just two runs on six hits. Hendricks now owns a 3.02 ERA and remains a consistent option for quality starts. His next start is lined up for Sunday versus the Chicago White Sox.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks fired seven scoreless frames versus the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday evening. Hendricks allowed four hits and struck out five batters and didn't allow a walk. Hendricks is now 2-1 with a 3.10 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 29 innings. Hendricks will look to keep it going versus the Rockies early next week.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks pitched well on Thursday, but suffered the loss due to poor run support. Hendricks went six innings and allowed two earned runs. He also struck out seven and walked three. Both runs came off of home runs. Hendricks remains one of the more consistent pitchers in all formats and will look for his first win of the season Tuesday versus the Cardinals.