Walker Buehler SP FA Thu 5/30/19 3:46 AM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (5-1) took a no-decision in Wednesday's 9-8 win over the Mets after surrendering five runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out six through five innings of work.
EDGE Analysis
The bulk of Buehler's damage came from a pair of two-run homers by Pete Alonso. The right-hander left the game with the Dodgers trailing, 5-3. It looked like Buehler was in line for the loss after the Dodgers soon found themselves down 8-3, but luckily a ninth-inning rally off Mets closer Edwin Diaz gave the Dodgers all they needed to win the game. Despite the tough outing, Buehler has been sharp this year with a 4.03 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and and 58:12 K:BB. He'll look to bounce back with a road matchup against the Diamondbacks on Monday.
Walker Buehler SP FA Sat 5/25/19 12:53 AM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (5-1) allowed one run on five hits with six strikeouts and a walk across six innings to earn a victory against the Pirates on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
The 24-year-old lost his last outing, but he's allowed just two earned runs in his last 19 frames, and that's lowered his ERA nearly 1.5 runs. Buehler is behind the 9.9 K/9 he posted during his first full major league season last year, but the rest of his numbers are very good. He is 5-1 with a 3.58 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, .228 batting average against and 52 strikeouts in 55.1 innings this season. Buehler is scheduled to pitch next Wednesday against the Mets.
Walker Buehler SP FA Sat 5/18/19 6:56 PM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (4-1) took the loss against the Reds on Saturday, giving up four runs (one earned) on seven hits over six innings, striking out seven and walking one as the Dodgers fell 4-0.
EDGE Analysis
Only one of the four runs Buehler gave up was earned thanks to a throwing error by shortstop Corey Seager, so he was able to lower his to 3.83 despite the losing effort. He also has a 1.05 WHIP and a 46:10 K:BB through 49.1 innings. Buehler lines up to take on the Pirates in his next start at home Friday.
Walker Buehler SP FA Mon 5/13/19 1:35 PM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler struck out seven over seven scoreless frames but came away with a no-decision in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Nationals. He scattered four hits and one walk over the 97-pitch outing.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler's delayed start to spring training may have negatively impacted him earlier in the regular season, but the young righty appears to have since rediscovered the ace-like form he flashed for much of 2018. He's posted a 2.59 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 30:5 K:BB in 31.1 innings over his last five starts, with Saturday's outing representing his best one yet. Buehler exited the contest with a 2-0 lead, but an implosion from the Los Angeles bullpen prevented him from notching his fifth win. He'll look to keep his perfect record intact when he takes on the Reds in Cincinnati next weekend.
Walker Buehler SP FA Tue 5/7/19 3:45 AM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (4-0) picked up the win in Monday's 5-3 victory over Atlanta, allowing three runs on five hits over seven innings while striking out eight.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander threw 100 pitches (74 strikes) for the first time in his longest outing of the year, and just his second quality start in eight trips to the mound. Buehler will carry a 4.95 ERA and 32:9 K:BB through 36.1 innings into his next start Saturday, at home against the Nats.
Walker Buehler SP FA Wed 5/1/19 2:34 PM 1 Comment
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (3-0) captured the win in Tuesday's 10-3 triumph over the Giants while striking out six over 5.1 innings. He gave up three runs on six hits and one walk.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler's record remains unblemished this season, but it's largely been a result of strong run support rather than the right-hander's own dominance. A 3.38 FIP (4.41 xFIP) suggests he's been far better than his 5.22 ERA would indicate, but even after forecasting some improvement on that front in future outings, Buehler may struggle to meet draft-day expectations. His 12.5 K-BB% is well behind the 21.1 K-BB% mark he posted in 2018, a disappointing development for investors who were hoping he might take another leap forward in his age-24 campaign.
Walker Buehler SP FA Wed 4/24/19 11:02 PM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler gave up three runs on four hits with two walks while striking out one through 5.2 innings in a no-decision against the Cubs on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler pitched 5.2 scoreless innings before giving up a three-run home run to Javier Baez that promptly ended his outing. This wasn't a typical Buehler start as he only forced seven swinging-strikes and struck out one batter. It's not been the first month of the season that was expected for the 24-year-old as he has a 2-0 record with a 5.25 ERA and 6.8 K/9 through five starts. Buehler will get his next start Tuesday in San Francisco.
Walker Buehler SP FA Wed 4/17/19 11:38 PM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (2-0) earned the win against the Reds on Wednesday by giving up one unearned run on three hits across 6.1 innings. He struck out eight and walked one.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler put forth his best start of the season as he allowed only two baserunners over six scoreless innings, though the Reds were able to scratch out a run on two hits during the seventh. The 24-year-old has a 5.40 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 17:6 K:BB over 18.1 innings and will likely take the mound next week against the Cubs.
Walker Buehler SP FA Thu 4/11/19 4:44 PM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler threw four innings in a no-decision against the Cardinals on Thursday, giving up five runs on five hits, striking out five and walking two as the Dodgers fell, 11-7.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler was staked to an early 3-0 lead, but he couldn't hold it, as he gave up four of his five earned runs in the second inning. It's been a rough start to the season for the right-hander, as he's now given up five earned in two of his first three starts, giving him a bloated 8.25 ERA over just 12 innings. He'll look to get on track in his next start, which will likely fall Wednesday against the Reds.
Walker Buehler SP FA Sun 4/7/19 1:11 AM
Walker Buehler
SP FA
Buehler (1-0) picked up the win Saturday, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over five innings while striking out four in a 7-2 victory over the Rockies.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander got a fairly early hook despite his effectiveness, throwing 50 of 79 pitches for strikes, but it's understandable the Dodgers wouldn't want to press Buehler's luck at Coors Field. He'll look to keep building momentum in his next outing Thursday in St. Louis.