NICK PIVETTA NEWS

Fails to earn rotation spot Pivetta won't start any of the Phillies' first five games, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pivetta lines up as the Phillies' top alternative should the team need an additional starter, at least until top prospect Spencer Howard is deemed ready to go. He could have had a chance to earn at least one start early with Zach Eflin battling back spasms throughout camp, but Eflin has been deemed ready to go, so Pivetta will head to the bullpen for now.

JULY 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sim game goes well Eflin (back) pitched well in his simulated game Thursday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact As expected, Eflin threw four innings and 60 pitches in his simulated game, and manager Joe Girardi said he threw the ball well. If the right-hander feels good Friday, he's expected to start Tuesday at the Yankees. Eflin battled back spasms that limited his workload during camp but appears to be tracking toward his return. If he wouldn't be ready for his first turn through the rotation, Nick Pivetta could start in his place.

JULY 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sim game on tap Eflin (back) is scheduled to throw a four-inning/60-pitch simulated game Thursday, which could determine his status for the first turn through the rotation, Meghan Montemurro of Th...

Impact The 26-year-old has been battling back spasms during summer camp, but he may not miss any regular season action if Thursday's sim game goes smoothly. If all goes well Eflin lines up to start Tuesday against the Yankees, though he likely would have a limited workload. Nick Pivetta should be next in line to start if Eflin isn't ready, since Spencer Howard was already transferred to the team's alternate training site.

JULY 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Still in contention for starts Pivetta remains in the rotation conversation after throwing four scoreless innings in an intrasquad game Thursday without allowing a single hit, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pivetta and Vince Velasquez are the primary competitors for the Phillies' final rotation spot this season, with both earning praise in recent days after impressing in intrasquad action. It's possible both pitchers open in the rotation, as there are questions surrounding both Zach Eflin's back spasms and Zack Wheeler's anticipated paternity leave. It's also possible neither pitcher is in the rotation for long, as the team's top pitching prospect Spencer Howard has looked good in camp as well and is expected to push for opportunities early in the season.

JULY 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

May start in bullpen Pivetta could be on the outside looking in for the final spot in the starting rotation, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Vince Velasquez has put on a strong performance early in summer training and appears to have the upper hand with just over a week before Opening Day. Regardless, Pivetta will remain stretched out, as the protocols for any player who potentially has COVID-19 could quickly open up a spot in the rotation. Zack Wheeler is also expected to miss some time early in the season while on paternity leave, so at least some starting chances will be available.

JULY 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Battling back spasms Eflin is considered day-to-day due to back spasms, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.

Impact The issue doesn't appear to be serious, but it's prevented Eflin from facing hitters in any of the Phillies' intrasquad games. WIth Opening Day less than two weeks away, it's quite possible Eflin misses a turn in the rotation or is at least on a fairly low pitch count early on. With Zack Wheeler also set to miss time early due to the birth of his first child, there's a good chance both Vince Velasquez and Nick Pivetta are in the Phillies' rotation to start the year. Highly-rated prospect Spencer Howard could even get a chance right away, as well, despite the fact that he's yet to reach Triple-A.

JULY 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies Mailbag: Moniak, Bohm, and the Usual Pivetta Hype This week's Phillies mailbag looks at the draft selection of Mickey Moniak, whether Alec Bohm can make the club, and whether or not Nick Piv...

FEBRUARY 25, 2020 • 973ESPN.COM

Pivetta expected to start as Philadelphia hosts Los Angeles

The Dodgers will start Kenta Maeda on Wednesday and the Phillies are expected to counter with Nick Pivetta

JULY 17, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta goes the distance, Phillies beat Reds 4-1

Reds fall to Phillies, 4-1

JUNE 9, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta goes the distance, Phillies beat Reds 4-1

Nick Pivetta tosses 6-hitter as Philadelphia Phillies beat Cincinnati Reds 4-1

JUNE 8, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta expected to start for Philadelphia against Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Reds head to Citizens Bank Park to play the Philadelphia Phillies

JUNE 8, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta scheduled to start for Philadelphia against Washington

The Washington Nationals visit the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park

APRIL 10, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta hopes to reverse fortunes as Phillies host Cardinals (Jun 18, 2018)

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Nick Pivetta is struggling so far in June. He will try to turn his month around against the slumping St. Louis Cardinals.

JUNE 18, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta throws 7 scoreless innings, Phillies top Braves 3-0

PHILADELPHIA (AP) The Phillies are a win away from first place.

MAY 22, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

FANTASY PLAYS: Philly's Pivetta worth picking up on team

With teams more than a quarter of the way through their season, sample sizes are becoming larger and more reliable. That makes it more clear which players to buy into and those tha...

MAY 18, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta strikes out 11, Phillies beat Orioles 4-1

BALTIMORE (AP) Nick Pivetta overpowered the Baltimore Orioles with his fastball and curve, showing potential as a top-of-the-rotation start...

MAY 16, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

Pivetta throws 6 strong innings, Phillies beat Braves 2-0 (Sep 24, 2017)

ATLANTA (AP) Nick Pivetta and Luiz Gohara provided more reasons to be included in their teams' plans for 2018.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies might limit Pivetta's repertoire for start vs. Padres

Phillies manager Pete Mackanin might like to see Pivetta (4-7, 6.29 ERA) dial down his repertoire in a bid to get him back on track.

AUGUST 16, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies might limit Pivetta's repertoire for start vs. Padres (Aug 16, 2017)

SAN DIEGO -- There is no question that the Phillies' Nick Pivetta has a tantalizing assortment of pitches. They may be on display when Philadelphia caps its three-game series with...

AUGUST 16, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies rookie Pivetta faces powerful Marlins (Jul 19, 2017)

MIAMI -- Philadelphia Phillies manager Pete Mackanin was blunt when asked about rookie right-hander Nick Pivetta, who will start Wednesday in the rubber game of a three-game serie...

JULY 19, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies rookie Nick Pivetta stops Mets in 7-1 win (Jul 02, 2017)

NEW YORK (AP) Nick Pivetta put a horrible start behind him and stopped the New York Mets just when they were beginning to gain some moment...

JULY 2, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Philadelphia Phillies Prospect Nick Pivetta Becoming Legitimate MLB Option

Philadelphia Phillies prospect Nick Pivetta is pitching so well this year it’s time to start considering him for a future spot in the rotat...

JUNE 30, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies Lack Impact Pitching in Upper-Minors but Have Plenty In Lower Levels

The Phillies have fewimpact pitching prospects in Double and Triple-A, but are flush with talent in lower levels of the farm system.The Phi...

JUNE 30, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Philadelphia Phillies: Trade Bait

Before pitchers and catchers even report to Clearwater, speculation for July's end was already in an article, and it involved the Philadelp...

JANUARY 3, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies Will Be Far More Prepared for Pitcher Injuries in 2017

In 2016, injuries forced the Phillies to trot out below-average pitchers in the starting rotation. In 2017, they have far more pitching dep...

DECEMBER 21, 2016 • FOX SPORTS