Gavin StoneSP | Dodgers

Gavin Stone stumbles against AstrosJuly 27, 2024 | 02:59 AM

Gavin Stone struggled in Friday's 5-0 loss to the Astros, allowing four earned runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out three over six innings. Writer's Analysis: This outing marks a slight deviation from his otherwise solid season, where he's maintained a commendable 3.34 ERA and 1.26 WHIP across 19 starts. Despite the hiccup, Stone's year-to-date performance, including a decent strikeout-to-walk ratio of 2.73 and a FIP of 3.93, suggests he remains a viable option in most fantasy rotations. However, his low strikeout rate of 6.9 K/9 continues to limit his ceiling compared to other starters with higher strikeout capabilities. Fantasy managers should consider this start a minor setback rather than a trend, keeping an eye on his ability to bounce back in subsequent outings.