Patrick Corbin SP TEX Sun 8/6/17 10:41 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (8-11) allowed six runs (three earned) on seven hits with two walks and 10 strikeouts over six innings in Sunday's loss to the Giants.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin's defense let him down against one of the league's weakest lineups, with a pair of errors resulting in three unearned runs. On the bright side, Corbin pitched much better after getting pummeled for seven earned runs in three innings by the Cubs last time out and even racked up double-digit strikeouts for the first time since July 24, 2015. He'll get another crack at the Cubs in his next start Friday.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Wed 8/2/17 12:35 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (8-10) lasted just three innings in Tuesday's 16-4 loss to the Cubs, serving up eight runs (seven earned) on 10 hits and a walk. He struck out three batters in the outing.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin had started to regain trust from fantasy owners after submitting a 2.83 ERA and 50 strikeouts over his last eight starts, but much of that goodwill was squandered as he endured one of his rockiest outings of the campaign. He gave up a season-high three home runs in the start, including one to the opposing pitcher, Jon Lester. With Robbie Ray (concussion) on the 7-day disabled list and the Diamondbacks' top replacement starting option, Randall Delgado (elbow) also on the DL, Corbin isn't in danger of losing his rotation spot, but owners may want to be more judicious with when they keep the lefty active in future starts.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Wed 7/26/17 7:45 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (8-9) struggled with his control in Wednesday's start against Atlanta -- walking four batters, hit one and threw a wild pitch in addition to allowing seven hits -- but limited the damage to two runs, striking out five in a 10-3 victory.
EDGE Analysis
The four bases on balls mark a season high for the lefty, who doesn't usually experience such control issues -- the hit batsman was only his second of the year, the wild pitch his sixth. Nonetheless, Corbin has simply been too hittable for the second straight year, making him more of a streaming option than a regular member of a quality fantasy rotation.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Thu 7/20/17 3:46 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (7-9) allowed one run on seven hits and one walk while striking out six over 7.1 innings in a win over the Reds on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Called upon to replace Taijuan Walker (paternity) on Thursday, Corbin shined in Cincinnati, turning in his eighth straight start with three runs or fewer allowed. He got himself into trouble in the fourth, but Corbin escaped without allowing a run after loading the bases with nobody out. His season numbers are still unsightly, but Corbin's recent run of success has his stock trending upward ahead of an upcoming two-step (vs Braves, at Cardinals).
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Thu 7/20/17 9:47 AM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin will take the mound for the Diamondbacks on Thursday against the Reds, as scheduled starter Tajuan Walker has been scratched due to a family emergency.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin faced the Reds in his last start before the All-Star break, turning in a quality start with nine strikeouts across six innings. He'll get a rematch sooner than expected, serving as the last-minute replacement for Walker. The lefty will be opposed by Luis Castillo in the afternoon matchup.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Sat 7/15/17 10:43 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (6-9) allowed two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six across five innings but received no decision on Saturday against the Braves.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin allowed a homer and RBI double to Brandon Phillips to account for the only runs scored on him, and although he left with a one-run deficit, the offense came back to take him off the hook for a potential loss. He's held opponents to two or fewer earned runs in five of his last six starts to lower his ERA from 5.38 to 4.66, and he's been a reliable fantasy option over the past month. He'll make his next start Friday against the Nationals.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Sun 7/9/17 8:48 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (6-3) allowed two runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out nine batters during Sunday's loss to Cincinnati.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin heads into the All-Star break in solid form. The lefty has surrendered three runs or fewer in each of his past six starts and sports a 4.71 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 and 4.25 FIP for the campaign. His numbers are inflated by a poor six-game stretch where he allowed 32 runs through just 31 innings, but otherwise, he's been a serviceable fantasy asset. Being selective with his opponents is an option, and this might prove to be a buy-low spot for Corbin.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Wed 7/5/17 12:39 AM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (6-8) allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks over 4.2 innings during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Dodgers. He struck out eight.
EDGE Analysis
Corbin entered Tuesday's contest with a 4.76 ERA but was coming off of three consecutive quality starts. It was clear the 27-year-old didn't have his best stuff, as he was chased from the game in the fifth inning after allowing nine hitters to reach base in the opening 4.2 frames. Corbin held a shiny 2.29 ERA following his first five starts of the season, but he has struggled to regain that form over the past two months. He'll look to get back on track during his upcoming scheduled start against the Reds on Sunday.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Thu 6/29/17 8:18 PM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six batters through six innings during Thursday's loss to St. Louis. He didn't factor into the decision.
EDGE Analysis
The lefty has now allowed just eight earned runs through 24.1 innings over his past four starts, and his ERA and WHIP down to 4.76 and 1.51 for the year, respectively. Corbin owns the potential to be a serviceable fantasy asset, and his current run is encouraging, but it still isn't out of the question to be selective with his matchups -- especially at home. It's worth noting that he has a daunting road start on deck against the Dodgers.
Patrick Corbin SP TEX Sat 6/24/17 1:55 AM
Patrick Corbin
SP TEX
Corbin (6-7) allowed just one run on eight hits and a walk with five strikeouts over 6.2 innings Friday but still took the loss Friday against the Phillies.
EDGE Analysis
Despite the loss, Corbin picked up his second straight quality starts. He now owns a solid 2.95 ERA and a stellar 18:4 K:BB over his past three starts. Corbin's 4.89 ERA this season is still underwhelming, but at least he has started to show a semblance of his old form in his most recent starts.