Boyd (11-6) took the loss in Thursday's 2-1 defeat to the Blue Jays, allowing two runs on two hits and a walk over seven innings. He struck out five.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd was dominant for most of the outing, allowing just one hit while blanking Toronto through his first six innings. However, the left-hander would walk Davis Schneider to lead off the seventh before Vladimir Guerrero launched a two-run homer, which proved to be enough to stick Boyd with the loss in a one-run defeat. The 34-year-old Boyd has dropped three of his last four outings despite posting a respectable 3.75 ERA in that span. Overall, his ERA sits at 2.46 with a 1.02 WHIP and 126:30 K:BB across 24 starts (142.2 innings) this season.

Boyd (11-5) took the loss Friday, giving up three runs on seven hits over five innings as the Cubs fell 5-0 to the Cardinals. He struck out three without walking a batter.

EDGE Analysis

Hits came in bunches against the veteran southpaw, resulting in a one-run second inning and a two-run fifth for St. Louis, and a lack of run support left Boyd with no margin for error. He's gone three straight outings without getting into the win column since having a five-start win streak snapped, but he's remained tough to square up -- Boyd's served up only one home run over those last eight trips to the mound, a stretch in which he's posted a 1.80 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 42:8 K:BB in 50 innings. He'll face a tough test in his next start, which lines up to come on the road next week in Toronto.

Boyd came away with a no-decision in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Orioles, scattering four hits over seven scoreless innings. He struck out eight without walking a batter.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran lefty was absolutely dominant, racking up 37 called or swinging strikes over 92 pitches (68 total strikes), and the only runner Baltimore got into scoring position off Boyd came when Adley Rutschman doubled with two outs in the fourth inning. The Cubs' bullpen couldn't make a 3-0 lead hold up however, coughing up four runs in the eighth as soon as Boyd left the mound. He's held the opposition off the scoreboard in five of his last seven outings, posting a dazzling 1.40 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 39:8 K:BB over 45 innings during that stretch, and he'll look to keep rolling in his next start, which is scheduled to come on the road next weekend in St. Louis.

Boyd (11-4) took the loss Monday against the Brewers, allowing five runs on six hits and five walks in five innings. He struck out two.

EDGE Analysis

The All-Star southpaw wasn't at his best Monday, establishing a season high in both runs and walks allowed. The two strikeouts represented his second-lowest total in a start this year, but Boyd was at least able to toss at least five frames in his 11th straight outing and 20th appearance of the campaign. Boyd has a 2.47 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 110:29 K:BB across 123.2 innings in 2025, and he'll aim to right the ship his next time out at home versus the Orioles this weekend.

Boyd (11-3) earned the win Tuesday, allowing four hits and one walk over seven scoreless innings against the Royals. He struck out six.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd continued his stellar 2025 campaign Tuesday, tossing seven scoreless innings to notch his 11th win of the year and fourth in a row. The southpaw entered the outing with a 0.90 ERA and 0.70 WHIP over 20 innings in July, a stretch that included two shutouts. With a third shutout added to his July resume, Boyd lowered his season marks to a 2.20 ERA and 1.01 WHIP across 118.2 innings and 20 starts. While Paul Skenes and Zack Wheeler headline the National League's top arms, Boyd's dominance this season has put him firmly in that conversation.

While Boyd has pitched more MLB innings already in 2025 than he did the last two seasons combined, he appears to be in "good shape" heading into the second half, Zack Meisel and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic report.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd had an excellent first half of the season for his new organization, registering a 2.34 ERA and 102 strikeouts across 111.2 innings, which earned him an All-Star selection. The veteran lefty has dealt with a variety of injuries the past few years, and he only managed to log 110.2 major-league innings in 2023 and 2024 combined. While Boyd won't pitch in the All-Star Game to preserve his arm for the second half, the club feels good about how he's responded to the increased workload. "Everything we're looking at with Matt is in really good shape," Chicago manager Craig Counsell said. "There's no signs right now of him slowing down. He's getting better." Boyd may have some minor limitations after the break, but he appears to be in a good position to keep helping fantasy managers.

Boyd (10-3) picked up the win after throwing eight scoreless innings Saturday, allowing four hits and no walks while striking out six, during a 5-2 win over the Yankees.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd has now posted a shutout start in three of his last four appearances, including back-to-back outings, entering the All-Star break. Saturday was his longest start of the season, and he also didn't walk a batter for the sixth time. Since the beginning of June, the left-hander has been one of the best pitchers in the game, posting a 5-1 record with a 1.43 ERA and 38 strikeouts, allowing just 30 hits in 50.1 innings.

Boyd (9-3) allowed three hits and a walk while striking out nine over five shutout innings to earn the win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd was at 87 pitches (60 strikes) after five frames, but the Cubs were ahead 11-0 at the time, so they had no need to push the starter for another inning. He's strung together eight starts allowing two runs or fewer, with his nine strikeouts Sunday representing a season high. Boyd has a 40:8 K:BB in that span and a 96:23 K:BB to go with a 2.52 ERA and 1.07 WHIP through 103.2 innings over 18 starts this season. His next start is projected to be on the road versus the Yankees.

Boyd (8-3) earned the win Tuesday, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over seven innings against the Guardians. He struck out five.

EDGE Analysis

Boyd kept the Guardians' offense in check Tuesday, spinning seven strong innings to earn his second consecutive win and third victory in his past four starts. The veteran left-hander has put together an impressive 2025 campaign, posting a 2.65 ERA and 1.08 WHIP over 98.2 innings across 17 starts. While he doesn't overpower hitters (averaging 93.1 mph on his fastball), Boyd has found success by commanding the zone and effectively mixing his changeup and slider to minimize hard contact and deliver consistent outings.

Boyd (7-3) tallied the win Wednesday against the Cardinals, giving up no runs on three hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out three.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran southpaw efficiently tossed 58 of his 79 pitches for strikes, and he delivered his 11th quality start of the season. The Cubs plated at least one run in each of the first five innings, so Boyd was able to aggressively attack the strike zone and cruise through St. Louis' lineup. Boyd boasts a 2.65 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 82:21 K:BB over 91.2 frames ahead of his next scheduled outing versus the Guardians, who have a dreadful .603 OPS against left-handed pitching since May 25.