Walker Buehler SP SD Tue 5/7/19 3:45 AM
Walker Buehler
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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 SD Wed 5/1/19 2:34 PM 1 Comment
Walker Buehler
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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 SD Wed 4/24/19 11:02 PM
Walker Buehler
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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 SD Wed 4/17/19 11:38 PM
Walker Buehler
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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 SD Thu 4/11/19 4:44 PM
Walker Buehler
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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 SD Sun 4/7/19 1:11 AM
Walker Buehler
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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.
Walker Buehler SP SD Sun 3/31/19 10:04 PM
Walker Buehler
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Buehler yielded five runs on five hits and a walk in three innings but took the no-decision in Sunday's win over Arizona.
EDGE Analysis
Not only did Buehler get rocked, but he failed to record a strikeout. He was spotted a 4-0 lead before allowing three runs without recording an out in the fourth. Pedro Baez replaced him and allowed two more to score, going against Buehler. The second-year right-hander was expected to build off his 2.62 ERA from 2018 but has already put himself behind. Buehler will take the mound in Colorado on Saturday.
Walker Buehler SP SD Sun 3/31/19 3:02 PM
Walker Buehler
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Buehler will be limited in his season debut Sunday against Arizona, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Dodgers want Buehler to get through five innings, so he'll still be in line for a win if he pitches well enough, but he won't reach the 100-pitch mark. The team is known for handling its pitchers very cautiously, but the decision Sunday is primarily due to the fact that Buehler didn't make his spring debut until March 18. He'll eventually be allowed to go deep in games as the season progresses.
Walker Buehler SP SD Mon 3/25/19 7:42 PM
Walker Buehler
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Buehler has been named the starting pitcher for Sunday's game against the Angels, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Buehler will start the fourth game of the regular season for the Dodgers after being ruled out for an Opening Day start. He didn't make his spring debut until Mar. 18, but he evidently progressed at a fast pace and is ready to toe the rubber during opening weekend.
Walker Buehler SP SD Tue 3/19/19 12:01 PM
Walker Buehler
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Buehler will not start Opening Day, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Manager Dave Roberts ruled Buehler out of the mix late in the day Tuesday after suggesting he was still a candidate earlier in the day. Buehler is behind schedule but could still make the opening roster, potentially starting later in the first week of games.