Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Tue 4/26/22 5:13 PM

Hendriks is considered day-to-day due to back spasms but hasn't been ruled out from appearing in Tuesday's game against the Royals, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks reportedly slipped in the dugout between the ninth and 10th innings Sunday against the Twins, shortly before allowing a walkoff homer to Byron Buxton. The issue doesn't appear to be serious, however, as it looks as though he'll return to action within a few days if not right away. If he doesn't wind up being cleared to pitch Tuesday, Kendall Graveman or Aaron Bummer could receive a save opportunity.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Sun 4/24/22 6:45 PM

Hendriks is dealing with back tightness following Sunday's loss to Minnesota, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks took the loss Sunday when he allowed three runs (two earned) on three hits and a walk while striking out one in 1.1 innings. Manager Tony La Russa downplayed the severity of the issue and indicated Hendriks said during the outing that he was fine. However, he'll receive treatment following Sunday's series finale and will have a day to rest ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Royals.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Sun 4/17/22 10:20 AM

Hendriks allowed two hits and a walk while striking out one across a scoreless ninth inning to pick up the save Saturday against the Rays.
EDGE Analysis
The inning wasn't quite as nerve wracking as the line would suggest, as the walk Hendriks surrendered was intentional. However, he did allow a leadoff single and another base knock two batters later. Though Hendriks has successfully converted four of his five save chances this season, he's allowed multiple hitters to reach base in all but one appearance. Positively, he still gets strikeouts when needed, as he's racked up nine strikeouts as opposed to one walk across his five frames.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Fri 4/15/22 10:41 PM

Hendriks struck out one batter in a scoreless ninth inning and earned a save over the Rays on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks quickly retired the Rays in order in the ninth, needing just 11 pitches to secure his third save of the year. It was his first scoreless appearance of the season after coughing up four runs (three earns) in his first three outings. The White Sox clearly still have full confidence in Hendriks as he's earned three saves in the last four days.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Thu 4/14/22 10:06 AM

Hendriks picked up the save Wednesday against the Mariners after giving up one run on two hits during the ninth inning. He struck out two and didn't record a walk.
EDGE Analysis
For the second straight night, Hendricks came on with a multiple-run lead in the ninth and was able to lock down the victory despite allowing a run. The 33-year-old is off to a rocky start, as he's allowed multiple hits and given up at least one run in each of his first three outings, including a blown save during an Opening Day loss to the Tigers. Regardless, Hendriks still has plenty of job security after recording 38 saves and a 2.54 ERA for the White Sox last year, especially with Craig Kimbrel already shipped off to the Dodgers.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Tue 4/12/22 10:36 PM

Hendriks picked up the save Tuesday against the Mariners after giving up one run on three hits during the ninth inning. He had three strikeouts and zero walks.
EDGE Analysis
The 33-year-old entered with a 3-1 lead and needed 25 pitches to get through the frame, but Seattle only managed one run since all three hits allowed were singles. Hendriks is off to a rough start this season, as he picked up a loss and blown save Opening Day after surrendering two runs to Detroit. Still, Hendriks has plenty of job security after recording 38 saves with a 2.54 ERA for the White Sox last year, especially with Craig Kimbrel already shipped off to the Dodgers.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Sat 4/9/22 12:10 AM

Hendriks (0-1) allowed two runs on four hits and no walks while striking out two in one inning to take the loss in Friday's matchup against Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks entered Friday's game with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning and remained in the matchup with a one-run lead in the ninth, but he was unable to pick up the save in his 2022 debut. The right-hander allowed a solo home run with one out before giving up a triple and a single to end the game. The 33-year-old's appearance isn't what fantasy managers are accustomed to after Hendriks converted 38 of 44 save chances last year. However, the right-hander remains among the best closers in baseball and has plenty of job security in 2022 after the White Sox traded Craig Kimbrel to the Dodgers.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Sun 10/3/21 3:49 AM

Hendriks pitched a perfect ninth inning during which he struck out two batters to register the save against the Tigers on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander needed only nine pitches (eight of which were strikes) to retire the side in order and close out the one-run victory. Hendriks has successfully converted each of his past 12 save chances and has posted a 1.27 ERA, 0.61 WHIP and 31:1 K:BB across 21.1 innings since his last blown save Aug. 12. He is tied for second in the majors with 38 saves on the season.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Mon 9/27/21 10:16 PM

Hendriks pitched a scoreless ninth inning on his way to a save Monday against the Tigers. He allowed one hit and struck out two.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks gave up a single to Jeimer Candelario to open the inning before settling down and retiring the next three batters in order. The save was his 37th of the season and the 32-year-old has now converted 11 straight save opportunities. Hendriks has put together 13 straight scoreless appearances, walking none with an 11.9 K/9 in 13.2 innings.

Liam Hendriks
RP BOS
Sun 9/26/21 10:24 PM

Hendriks allowed a hit in a scoreless ninth inning and earned a save over Cleveland on Sunday. He struck out one batter.
EDGE Analysis
Hendriks worked around a two-out single by Myles Straw to finish off the 5-2 win. He extended his scoreless streak to 12.2 innings with a 16:0 K:BB during that span. Hendriks is now 36-for-42 in save chances with a 2.65 ERA.