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Pirates sign Vince Velasquez to one-year contract The Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday signed right-handed pitcher Vince Velasquez to a one-year contract for the 2023 season. “We are happy to b...

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • MLB.COM

Deal becomes official Velasquez's signing of a one-year, $3.15 million contract with the Pirates was formally announced by the team Tuesday.

Impact Velasquez operated in a swingman role for the White Sox last season but will open 2023 in the Pirates' rotation. As far as his fantasy outlook for next season, Velasquez is likely best left to NL-only leagues.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 8, 2022 • MLB.COM

Appears in relief Velasquez allowed one run on two hits and two walks while striking out five over 3.1 innings in Wednesday's 10-1 loss to the Twins.

Impact Starter Davis Martin was pulled from the game early due to biceps tightness after surrendering seven runs over 1.2 innings, and Velasquez was called upon to relieve him. Velasquez allowed two inherited runners to score but settled in after that, allowing just one earned run over 3.1 innings. Over 75.1 innings working mostly out of the bullpen this season, Velasquez owned a 4.78 ERA with 69 strikeouts.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lasts four innings in no-decision Velasquez allowed two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out four in four innings during Sunday's win over the Tigers. He didn't factor into the decision.

Impact Although the White Sox planned for a bullpen game Sunday, Velazquez gave the team decent length by tossing 62 pitches (42 strikes) over four innings. However, he was forced to settle for the no-decision since most of the team's offensive production came after his departure. Over five appearances (one start) since the start of September, the right-hander has posted a 6.00 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in nine innings. Velazquez will likely head back to the bullpen following Sunday's outing.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting bullpen game Sunday Velasquez is starting Sunday's game against the Tigers, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Tanner Banks, who was recalled from Triple-A, should provide length out of the bullpen in what amounts to a bullpen game. Velasquez has thrown four innings once in the last few months, and has generally thrown fewer than three innings recently, so he probably won't go deep enough to qualify for the win.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Fegan: Vince Velasquez was activated off the injured... - The Athletic Vince Velasquez was activated off the injured list on Monday. Since he's been working exclusively as a reliever during his rehab assignment,...

AUGUST 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Reinstated from injured list Velasquez (finger) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Monday.

Impact Velasquez sustained a finger injury in early July but spent the last two weeks on a rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte and posted a 4.76 ERA and 1.59 WHIP in 5.2 innings over four appearances. While he's worked as a starter and reliever in the majors this year, he'll pitch out of the bullpen now that he's healthy.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return as reliever Velasquez (finger) is likely to return as a multi-inning reliever once he is activated from the injured list, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Velasquez has served as both a starter and reliever for the White Sox this season, though he was appearing out of the bullpen prior to suffering a finger injury. He is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte in the coming days and could be back quickly if he is only being asked to work a couple innings per appearance.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Fegan: Vince Velasquez headed out to Class AAA... - The Athletic Vince Velasquez headed out to Class AAA Charlotte for a rehab assignment today. Tony La Russa seemed inclined to use him as a multi-inning r...

AUGUST 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ready for rehab assignment Velasquez (finger) is on the verge of beginning a rehab assignment, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Velasquez has missed nearly a month with his injury, but he is just about to enter the final stage of his recovery. It's unclear how many times Velasquez will throw in the minors before rejoining the big club, but he should do so at some point this month.

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sox's Burger (hand), Velasquez (finger) placed on injured list In addition to reinstating left fielder Eloy Jimenez Wednesday, the White Sox placed infielder Jake Burger and pitcher Vince Velasquez on th...

JULY 6, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Placed on 15-day IL Velasquez was placed on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a blister on his right index finger.

Impact Velasquez's move to the IL will keep him on the shelf through the All-Star break, but he should be fully healed from the blister when the White Sox open their second-half schedule. Jimmy Lambert was called up from Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday to take Velasquez's spot in the bullpen.

JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Working out of bullpen Velasquez has made his last three appearances out of the White Sox bullpen, striking out five and picking up a win across six innings while allowing two runs (one earned) on four h...

Impact After coming off the 15-day injured list June 15, Velasquez made a 2.2-inning start against the Tigers that same day, but he was moved to the bullpen just a few days later when Michael Kopech was cleared to rejoin the rotation following a brief absence due to a knee injury. Velasquez should be the next man up to enter the rotation when the White Sox next require an additional starter, but he'll serve in a multi-inning relief role until then.

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Short outing in return Velasquez didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 13-0 romp over the Tigers, giving up only one hit over 2.2 scoreless innings. He struck out three without walking a batter.

Impact The right-hander was dominant the first time through the Detroit order, but that was about as far as Velasquez was allowed to go in his return from a groin injury that had sidelined him since May 24. Including the game against Boston in which he got hurt, he's tossed 5.2 scoreless, one-hit frames with an 8:1 K:BB over his last two appearances, but Velasquez's 4.93 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 36:14 K:BB through 38.1 innings on the season are a better reflection of his reliability.

JUNE 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Fegan: Vince Velasquez had been the plan for starting... - The Athletic Vince Velasquez had been the plan for starting Wednesday’s game for a bit now, but who would cleared off the roster to make room for him? An...

JUNE 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Reinstated prior to start Velasquez (groin) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list ahead of Wednesday's start against the Tigers.

Impact Velasquez hasn't pitched since May 24 due to his left groin strain, but he'll return to the mound to start Wednesday's series finale in Detroit. Over his five outings prior to his absence, the right-hander posted a 4.56 ERA and 1.18 WHIP in 23.2 innings. Since Velasquez didn't head out on a minor-league rehab assignment prior to being activated, he may not be capable of giving the White Sox extensive length Wednesday.

JUNE 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track to return Wednesday Velasquez (groin) is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list to start Wednesday's game against the Tigers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Velasquez has been sidelined since late May due to a left groin strain, but his injury was considered minor, and he'll rejoin the rotation following a relatively minimal stay on the injured list. The right-hander had mixed results prior to his absence, as he posted a 5.30 ERA and 1.40 WHIP in 35.2 innings over eight appearances (seven starts) to begin the year.

JUNE 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Fegan: Vince Velasquez threw a sim game on Saturday... - The Athletic Vince Velasquez threw a sim game on Saturday. Joe Kelly is lined up to throw one Sunday. Tony La Russa quipped that he wishes Kelly’s sim ga...

JUNE 11, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Injury considered minor Velasquez's groin injury appears to be minor, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Although Velasquez landed on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain Friday, it doesn't appear as though his injury is a significant concern. The right-hander played catch Friday and plans to throw a bullpen session in the coming days. It seems likely that Velasquez will be able to rejoin the White Sox following a relatively minimal IL stint, but it's not yet clear whether a rotation spot will be open since Lance Lynn (knee) is nearing a return.

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago White Sox place Vince Velasquez on the IL — as Dylan Cease and Kendall Graveman return from the restricted list The Chicago White Sox placed pitcher Vince Velasquez on the 15-day injured list Friday with a left groin strain.

JUNE 4, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

'We're beat up': Sox add Velasquez to IL ST. PETERSBURG -- White Sox right-hander Vince Velasquez was scratched from his scheduled start Friday night against the Rays after being pl...

JUNE 3, 2022 • MLB.COM

Placed on 15-day IL Velasquez was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain Friday, retroactive to May 31.

Impact The 29-year-old was slated to start Friday's game against the Rays, but Davis Martin will step in as the starter after he was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte. It's not yet clear how much time Velasquez will miss, but it's possible he'll take on a bullpen role once he returns to action since Lance Lynn (knee) is closing in on a return.

JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reclaims starting role Velasquez will start Friday's game against the Rays in Tampa Bay, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Velasquez shifted to the bullpen last week after he turned in an unsightly 5.79 ERA and 1.50 WHIP in his first seven starts of the season, but the White Sox determined he was a better option at the back end of the rotation than Dallas Keuchel, who was recently designated for assignment and released. Lance Lynn (knee) initiated a rehab assignment last weekend and may only need a couple more starts in the minors before he's ready to return from the 60-day injured list and make his season debut, so Velasquez likely won't be in store for a long-term appointment in the rotation if the team's other four starters stay healthy over the next two weeks.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could rejoin rotation General manager Rick Hahn said Saturday that Velasquez could rejoin the rotation after Dallas Keuchel was designated for assignment, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Velasquez's first seven appearances of the season came as a starter, but he tossed three relief innings against the Red Sox on Tuesday. Even if the right-hander rejoins the rotation next week, he'll likely return to the bullpen once Lance Lynn (knee) returns from the injured list. Velasquez hasn't been particularly effective early in the season, as he's posted a 5.30 ERA and 1.40 WHIP in 35.2 innings over eight appearances (seven starts). Davis Martin is also in the mix to take Keuchel's spot in the rotation.

MAY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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