Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2
Wilmer Flores hit his third homer of the season and drove in four runs to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 7-2 win over the Houston AstrosAPRIL 1 • Associated Press
HAYDEN WESNESKI
1-3 W-L •
1.09 WHIP •
4.50 ERA
1-3 W-L
1.09 WHIP
4.50 ERA
Cam Smith delivers donuts and key hit for Houston Astros in MLB debut
Cam Smith walked to the plate to a huge ovation in Houston before hitting an opposite-field single on the first pitch he saw in the major leaguesMARCH 27 • Associated Press
Wesneski's homecoming start hopefully the first of many HOUSTON -- It was a homecoming for Astros starting pitcher Hayden Wesneski on Tuesday, as the former Cy-Fair High School product, a part of...
MARCH 26 • MLB.COM
Making final tune-up start Wesneski (foot) is starting Tuesday's exhibition game against Triple-A Sugar Land.
Impact Wesneski needed X-rays after being struck on the left foot by a comebacker in an appearance in a minor-league game last week, but those tests were negative and he is fine. The right-hander will open the season as the Astros' fifth starter.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
X-rays negative X-rays on Wesneski's left foot came back negative Saturday, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Wesneski took a comebacker off his foot during Thursday's contest, but he managed to come away from the incident with no significant damage. He's slated to throw a bullpen session Sunday, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, and the right-hander should be fine to make his next scheduled outing.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Getting X-rays on foot Wesneski will undergo X-rays after being struck on the left foot by a comebacker in a minor-league game Thursday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.
Impact The X-rays seem to be more precautionary, as Wesneski was spotted participating in drills Friday. More should be known about his status soon. Wesneski is slated to open the season as the Astros' fifth starter.
MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE
Making push for rotation Wesneski has allowed one earned run across 6.1 innings while maintaining an 11:3 K:BB in the Grapefruit League.
Impact Wesneski is a top candidate to begin the season in the Astros' rotation with both Luis Garcia (elbow) and Lance McCullers (forearm) set to begin the season on the injured list. According to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle, Wesneski has prepped for the role by adding a curveball to his arsenal. The results this spring have been strong, highlighted by his outing Saturday when he struck out five and walked one across 2.1 frames.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
Option for rotation Wesneski is expected to begin the 2025 season in Houston's rotation, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.
Impact The Astros have four clear starters in their rotation, though none of Lance McCullers (forearm), Cristian Javier (elbow) and Luis Garcia (elbow) will be ready to begin the campaign. That will open the door for Wesneski, who the club acquired as a part of the Kyle Tucker trade. He has pitched primarily as a reliever during his time in the big leagues, but Wesneski has a respectable 4.21 ERA paired with 14.8 K-BB% across 109 innings as a starter. His status could change if the Astros acquire another starter, though McTaggart suggested that is unlikely.
FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Cubs acquire 3x All-Star Kyle Tucker in blockbuster trade; Isaac Paredes, Cam Smith, and Hayden Wesneski part of deal Trade talks between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros slugger Kyle Tucker have been heating up this week.
DECEMBER 13, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Goes to Houston in Tucker trade The Astros acquired Wesneski, Isaac Paredes and Cam Smith from the Cubs on Friday in exchange for Kyle Tucker, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Impact Wesneski put up a 3.86 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 67:21 K:BB over 67.2 innings with the Cubs this past season, splitting time between the rotation and bullpen. He'll surely be stretched out during spring training, but the right-hander's ultimate role next season could depend on what other moves Houston makes this winter.
DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Cubs activate RHP Hayden Wesneski The Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Hayden Wesneski from the 15-day injured list on Friday following his recovery from a right forearm s...
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Activated from injured list The Cubs activated Wesneski (foreram) from the 15-day injured list Friday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact Wesneski has been sidelined since late July with a right forearm strain but has been cleared to return after making four rehab appearances with Triple-A Iowa. He's pegged for a multi-inning relief role with the Cubs down the stretch.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Nearing activation Wesneski (forearm) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Sept. 6 and has given up three earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out seven across five inning...
Impact After throwing two scoreless innings for Iowa on Tuesday, Wesneski could be on the cusp of an activation from the 15-day injured list. According to Ryan Herrera of AllCHGO.com, Wesneski was spotted in the Cubs' clubhouse Wednesday, which suggests his rehab assignment has come to an end. Once he's formally reinstated, Wesneski will likely serve as a multi-inning option out of the bullpen.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Set for live batting practice Wesneski (forearm) will throw a live batting practice session Wednesday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact It will be Wesneski's first time facing hitters since he went down with a right forearm strain more than a month ago. The right-hander would appear to be closing in on a rehab assignment, with a return in early September likely. Wesneski holds a 3.94 ERA and 58:21 K:BB over 61.2 innings in a swingman role for the Cubs this season.
AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Completes bullpen Wesneski (forearm) threw a 25-pitch bullpen Tuesday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact Wesneski has been rehabbing in Arizona from his strained right forearm and Tuesday's session marked his first mound work since being placed on the IL on July 20. The 26-year-old appears to be multiple weeks out from being reinstated from the injured list.
AUGUST 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on injured list The Cubs placed Wesneski on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a right forearm strain, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.
Impact Wesneski pitched 1.1 shutout innings out of the bullpen during Friday's loss to Arizona, though he appears to have come away from his latest appearance with an injury. He'll be held out of action until at least August 4, and the Cubs will recall Hunter Bigge from Triple-A Iowa to fill the opening in their bullpen.
JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Shifts back to bullpen Wesneski worked in relief of starter Justin Steele in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Diamondbacks, striking out one over 1.1 scoreless innings while giving up one hit and no walks.
Impact Wesneski had started in each of his final four appearances before the All-Star break, but he looks to have lost his rotation spot to Javier Assad (forearm), who returned from the injured list July 13. The right-hander might have had a case for a more permanent stay in the rotation if he had performed well in his recent run as a starter, but he turned in a 5.59 ERA over those four outings.
JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Shifts back to bullpen Wesneski worked in relief of starter Justin Steele in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Diamondbacks, striking out one over 1.1 scoreless innings while giving up one hit and no walks.
Impact Wesneski had started in each of his final four appearances before the All-Star break, but he looks to have lost his rotation spot to Javier Assad (forearm), who returned from the injured list July 13. The right-handed Wesneski might have had a case for a more permanent stay in the rotation if he had performed well in his recent run as a starter, but he turned in a 5.59 ERA over those four outings.
JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Crushed by Cards Wesneski (3-6) took the loss in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals, surrendering 11 runs (four earned) on 10 hits and a walk over four innings. He stru...
Impact The right-hander's own errors during a nightmarish nine-run first inning prevented more damage to his ERA, but it was still a poor outing for Wesneski at the worst possible time, as it put extra pressure on the Cubs' bullpen ahead of the nightcap. In four starts since rejoining the rotation in late June, he's posted a 5.59 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 20:6 K:BB in 19.1 innings while serving up five homers, including a three-run blast by Alec Burleson on Saturday.
JULY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Hayden Wesneski leads way on the mound as Cubs blank Angels Hayden Wesneski pitched 6 1/3 innings of one-hit ball and Michael Busch hit a two-run home run during the Chicago Cubs’ 5-0 win over the vis...
JULY 7, 2024 • SACBEE.COM
Excellent in win Wesneski (3-5) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out two over 6.1 innings, earning the win Sunday over the Angels.
Impact Wesneski had allowed eight runs over nine innings across his previous two starts, but he took advantage of a favorable matchup Sunday to earn his first win since April 25. The right-hander is now at a 3.67 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 53:20 K:BB through 56.1 innings over 23 appearances (six starts). Wesneski is likely to remain in the rotation as the Cubs continue to navigate a rough stretch of injuries, and he's tentatively projected for a road start in St. Louis his next time out.
JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Hayden Wesneski's pitching helps Cubs blank Angels Hayden Wesneski pitched 6 1/3 innings of one-hit ball and Michael Busch hit a two-run home run during the Chicago Cubs’ 5-0 win over the vis...
JULY 7, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM
Hayden Wesneski, Cubs blank Angels 5-0
Hayden Wesneski threw 6 1/3 innings, Michael Busch hit a two-run home run and the Chicago Cubs shut out the Los Angeles AngelsJULY 7, 2024 • Associated Press
Takes loss Tuesday Wesneski (2-5) took the loss Tuesday versus the Phillies, giving up five earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out seven batters over five innings.
Impact Wesneski struggled heavily in what was just his second start since May 8, as his five runs allowed set a new season-high for the 26-year-old righty. Three of those runs came courtesy of Trea Turner, who hit a pair of home runs in the third and fifth frames. Wesneski has now surrendered eight earned runs in nine innings since returning to the Cubs' rotation. He's lined up to face the Angels on Sunday, and any starts beyond that point will likely depend on whether Javier Assad (forearm) is able to return from the IL.
JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Receiving start nod Wednesday Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Wesneski will start Wednesday's game in San Francisco, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact Wesneski has previously made three starts for the Cubs this season, though none have come since May 8. While he'll be available on four days' rest after having made his last relief appearance Friday, Wesneski probably isn't built up enough to handle a traditional starter's workload. The Cubs are likely to move Wesneski back to the bullpen following Wednesday's game, as he was merely added to the rotation this week to give left-hander Shota Imanaga an extra day of rest between starts.
JUNE 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
