Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman threw a bullpen session on Tuesday. According to Cubs manager David Ross, the plan is for Stroman to rejoin the team's starting rotation next time around, meaning he could make his next start on Saturday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Stroman was placed on the COVID-19 injured list at the beginning of May. He made five starts prior to landing on the list and went 1-3 with a 5.13 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Dodgers and was placed on the injured list with an undisclosed condition, per Cubs writer Andy Martinez. This type of transaction has typically been used for COVID-19-related issues. As there is no designation, Stroman can theoretically be activated at any time. Justin Steele will make the start instead. Fantasy managers should avoid him given his slow start to the season and the tough ...

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman made his team debut versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Stroman was sharp through five innings, but unable to get the win. He went five innings, two hits allowed, one earned run, three walks, and three strikeouts in the no-decision. Honestly, his only significant mistake was a home run allowed to Willy Adames in the third inning. Sadly, the Cubs bullpen gave up the lead shortly after Stroman exited the game. He'll be a shaky fantasy option in ...

The game between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers on Friday has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will be made up as a split doubleheader on May 30. Cubs starter Justin Steele will now go on Saturday, with Marcus Stroman being pushed back to Sunday. Fantasy managers will want to remove any players from these teams from their starting lineups in DFS and in season-long leagues with daily lineups. Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, who was scheduled to start on Friday, will ...

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman enjoyed considerable success as a New York Met in 2021, posting a 3.02 ERA and 1.15 WHIP across 33 starts and 179 innings. Now in Chicago, Stroman's durability may be his biggest strength in a season when a record-low number of pitchers appear poised to even approach a full complement of starts, let alone 200 innings. Stroman has reached the 30-start benchmark in four of his last five seasons. He's set to make his first appearance of the season ...

Marcus Stroman enjoyed a career year in 2021 despite a losing 10-13 record, pitching to a 3.02 ERA over 179 IP. Unfortunately, his underlying numbers suggest that he won't be a good investment for the Cubs or fantasy managers in 2022. His 3.57 xFIP was more than half a tick higher than his ERA, while his 4.33 xERA suggests that Stroman doesn't have any sort of dependable contact management ability. If Stroman somehow repeated his ERA, fantasy managers would still need to deal with his sub-par ...

The Chicago Cubs signed veteran Marcus Stroman to a three-year, $71 million deal to anchor a veteran pitching staff on a rebuilding team.This is a good time to look back to Marcus Stroman's 2021 season and look ahead to what the 2022 fantasy baseball season might bring.Read about other free agent moves and their fantasy impact right here. Reviewing Marcus Stroman's 2021In 2021, Stroman posted 10 wins, a 3.02 ERA, 158 strikeouts, and a 1.15 WHIP over 179 innings pitched. Looking at many of ...

According to a tweet from ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Chicago Cubs have reportedly signed free-agent starting pitcher Marcus Stroman. Per Passan, it'll be a three-year contract for Stroman worth $71 million that also includes an opt-out after the second season. The 30-year-old pitched to a 3.02 ERA and a 3.49 FIP in 179 innings for the New York Mets this past season, striking out 158 batters while allowing just 44 walks. He'll step in as the ace of a rotation that should also feature Kyle Hendricks,...

The Seattle Mariners are eyeing free agent starting pitcher Marcus Stroman, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. The 30-year old right-hander is one of the most pursued pitchers on the market this offseason, as the Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, and Los Angeles Angels, among others, have all been connected to him. He's been one of the better pitchers in the game during his seven-year career and posted a 3.02 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, and 158 strikeouts in 179 innings with the Mets this past season. Teams ...

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman is set to become a free agent this offseason. After a stellar 2021 campaign where he led the majors with 33 starts and posted a 3.02 ERA and 1.15 WHIP, he will be one of the top veteran starters on the market. Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the San Diego Padres are likely to pursue a veteran starter this offseason. Stroman has been one of the main pitchers tied to the team in the early-going of the offseason rumor mill. The ...