Brian Matusz (back) to return this weekend for Orioles
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz (back) is expected to pitch in a game this weekend, according to Orioles' manager Buck Showalter.
What It Means:
Matusz was slowed by back discomfort early on in camp but returned to mound action on Monday and looked healthy enough to get the green light from Showalter. The left-hander appears to be on target for Opening Day.
Matusz posted a 2.94 ERA in 49 innings of relief last season, but his xFIP was exactly a run higher (3.94). He had an impressive 27.2 strikeout percentage, well above the 20.4 percent league average. We project Matusz to post a 3.62 ERA in 52 innings pitched while recording a 24.9 strikeout percentage.
Source:
Rotoworld.com
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