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Why did Guardians option Xzavion Curry instead of Triston McKenzie? Hey, Hoynsie Triston McKenzie opted not to have surgery on his right elbow last year when he strained the UCL.

APRIL 20, 2024 • CLEVELAND.COM

Demoted to Triple-A The Guardians optioned Curry to Triple-A Columbus on Wednesday, Joe Noga of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Despite tossing five innings of two-hit, shutout ball in his return from the 15-day injured list in Monday's 6-0 win over the Red Sox, Curry will end up moving back to Triple-A just two days later. With injuries having already tested the Guardians' rotation depth early on this season, Curry could end up staying on a regular starting schedule in Columbus. Curry doesn't look like he'll be the top choice to take Gavin Williams' (elbow) spot in the rotation, however, as Ben Lively (illness) will come off the 15-day IL to start Wednesday and could continue to make regular starts until Williams is ready to make his season debut.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians starting pitcher gives weary bullpen a boost with strong debut Xzavion Curry executed his slider in key situations to stifle Boston hitters on Monday.

APRIL 15, 2024 • CLEVELAND.COM

Guardians will start right-handers Xzavion Curry, Ben Lively against Boston The Guardians needed a starter to replace Shane Bieber and a spot starter because of Saturday's doubleheader.

APRIL 14, 2024 • CLEVELAND.COM

Strong in rehab appearance Curry (illness) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out seven over 2.2 innings in his rehab start Thursday versus Triple-A Omaha.

Impact Curry came down with a respiratory virus late in spring training, so he's getting back up to speed in the minors. The right-hander is not guaranteed to join the major-league roster once activated from the injured list -- it's possible the Guardians option him to Triple-A Columbus to allow him to continue to build up as a starter, or they could keep him in the big-league bullpen as a multi-inning reliever.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes extra-inning loss Curry (3-4) allowed an unearned run and walked two batters over one-third of an inning, taking the extra-inning loss versus the Giants on Wednesday.

Impact Curry's two walks loaded the bases, and LaMonte Wade's sacrifice fly was enough for the Giants to walk it off in the 10th inning. This was Curry's second consecutive relief appearance. The right-hander has pitched to a 4.10 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 61:26 K:BB through 85.2 innings over 36 appearances (nine starts) this season. There's currently no room for him in Cleveland's rotation, and with Shane Bieber (elbow) still a possibility to return before the end of the year, Curry will likely remain in the bullpen.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to bullpen Curry made a relief appearance in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Angels, giving up two earned runs on three hits and one walk over one inning while failing to strike out a batter.

Impact Curry had started in nine of his previous 11 appearances, but he looks like he'll shift back into a bullpen role moving forward after Cleveland recently bolstered its rotation with the waiver-wire pickup of Lucas Giolito, who drew the start Saturday. The Guardians are expected to get Triston McKenzie (elbow) and Shane Bieber (elbow) back from the 60-day injured list later this month, so Curry may not have a path back to the rotation even if Cleveland loses another starting pitcher to an injury at some point in September.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fans six in no-decision Curry allowed two runs (one earned) on six hits and a walk over 5.1 innings in Sunday's loss to the Rays. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Aside from Rene Pinto's two-run homer in the third inning, Curry turned in a sharp performance. It was a nice rebound for Curry after he was tagged with six runs in just two innings during his last start. He owns a 3.95 ERA this season but has registered a 4.85 ERA over 52 innings since his last win June 9. Curry's next start is currently lined up to be on the road against the Angels.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coughs up six runs Curry (3-3) allowed six runs on six hits and a walk over two innings Monday, striking out two and taking a loss against the Twins.

Impact Curry gave up all six runs during a brutal second inning highlighted by Royce Lewis' grand slam. Over his last four appearances, Curry has been tagged with 15 runs in 15 innings, driving his season ERA to 4.10 through 79 frames. He's lost three consecutive decisions and hasn't earned a win since June 9. Curry is currently projected to face the Rays at home this weekend.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs short outing due to rain Curry pitched two innings against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing three runs on five hits and no walks while striking out one batter in a game that was suspended due to rain.

Impact Curry endured a rough first inning during which he gave up three runs on four hits. The right-hander bounced back with a one-hit, scoreless second frame but wasn't able to go any further since the game was suspended due to rain before a pitch was thrown in the third. Curry thus won't factor in the decision when the game is ultimately concluded as part of a doubleheader Thursday.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Xzavion Curry Sets New Career Highs As He Continues To Increase Pitch Count For Guardians Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Xzavion Curry set new career highs in innings pitched and strikeouts against the Detroit Tigers.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Tosses quality start Friday Curry came away with a no-decision in the second game of Friday's doubleheader against the Tigers, allowing one run on five hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out six.

Impact The right-hander delivered his first quality start of the season while establishing a new season high in strikeouts, but Curry was headed for his second loss until Cleveland took the lead in the eighth inning. Since getting stretched out, the 25-year-old has a 4.50 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 11:4 K:BB through 16 innings over his last three starts, working at least five frames each time. With Cal Quantrill (shoulder) expected to return next week, however, Curry's run in the rotation is likely coming to a close.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers-Guardians postponed by rain Curry will not start Thursday against the Tigers after the game was postponed due to rain.

Impact There are storms passing through Cleveland, so Thursday's game has been moved into a traditional doubleheader Friday at Progressive Field. Curry should get the start in one half of the twin bill.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in Tampa Bay Curry was charged with five runs on six hits and two walks over five-plus innings Friday, taking a no-decision in a 9-8 loss to the Rays. He struck out one.

Impact Curry retired the side in order each of the first two innings but then labored in the third inning as the Rays sent eight men to the plate and scored three runs. He then bounced back with a scoreless fourth and fifth, but a double and then a Isaac Paredes two-run homer in the sixth ended his night. In addition to just one strikeout, Curry managed only two whiffs among 70 pitches. He could get another start because of the Guardians' injury situation, but fantasy managers can probably do better.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pitches well in no-decision Curry did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing two runs on four hits over five innings against the White Sox. He struck out four.

Impact It was an efficient effort from Curry, who worked through five innings on just 65 pitches (45 for strikes), allowing just a pair of runs in the opening inning before dealing four scoreless frames. It was an encouraging performance from the 25-year-old Curry, who's likely to stick in the rotation while Cal Quantrill (shoulder), Triston McKenzie (elbow) and Shane Bieber (elbow) are all sidelined. Overall, Curry is 3-1 with an impressive 2.95 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 45:17 K:BB across 64 innings this season. He's currently lined up for a tough road matchup next week against the Rays.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Staying in rotation Curry will start Sunday's game against the White Sox and remain in the Guardians' rotation going forward, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports.

Impact He will start getting stretched out to remain in the rotation indefinitely, but Curry may not be able to go deep enough Sunday to qualify for the win. He has not logged more than three innings in any of his last 10 appearances and has a 2.86 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 17 strikeouts in 22 innings over that stretch.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works in relief Tuesday Curry came on in relief of starter Gavin Williams in Tuesday's 2-0 loss to the Astros, covering 1.2 scoreless innings while striking out three and giving up two hits and no walks.

Impact Curry made three of his previous four appearances as a starter, though he never surpassed three innings in any of those outings. His usage in relief Tuesday likely suggests he won't be a candidate to start Saturday versus the White Sox, when the Guardians will need to add a new fifth member of the rotation to the mix. After building up to 7.1 innings in his latest rehab start last Sunday, Peyton Battenfield (shoulder) could be activated from the 60-day injured list to fill the open rotation spot. The door might not be closed on Curry starting this weekend, however, as Cleveland could require another replacement in the rotation for Sunday's series finale if Noah Syndergaard (lower leg) isn't ready to pitch.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes first loss Curry (3-1) took the loss Friday, allowing one run on two hits and three walks over three innings against the White Sox. He did not record a strikeout.

Impact Luis Robert touched him up for a homer in the first inning. As has been the case for Curry in every outing since April, he was capped at three innings, and this time he was stuck with his first loss of the campaign. He's pitched well with a 2.98 ERA and 1.19 WHIP in 57.1 innings, but in this role Curry's fantasy utility is limited mostly to AL-only formats.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start for Friday Curry will start Friday against the White Sox, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports.

Impact As long as Cleveland is able to avoid using Curry during Thursday's contest, the 25-year-old righty is now set to make his third start of the season. Curry holds a 2.98 ERA and 1.16 WHIP through 54.1 innings across 26 appearances, though he hasn't pitched more than three innings since April.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in another three-inning start Curry did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on one hit and three walks over 3 innings against Philadelphia. He struck out three.

Impact After tossing three scoreless innings in his first start of 2023, Curry limited the Phillies to just one hit over three frames Sunday. Though the 24-year-old was a starter throughout his time in the minors and was only utilized as a starter last season with Cleveland, he's been pulled after 39 and 42 pitches in his last two outings. It's unclear if Curry will make another start, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect his pitch count to lighten too much if he gets another go at starting.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another start Curry is slated to start Sunday's game against the Phillies at Progressive Field, Andre Knott of Bally Sports Ohio reports.

Impact After making his first 23 appearances of the season out of the bullpen, Curry stepped into the rotation Monday and kept the Pirates off the scoreboard while being limited to three innings and 39 pitches. Curry should be able to push into the 50-pitch and 4-to-5-inning range Sunday, and if he fares well again, the Guardians could opt to keep him in the rotation on a more permanent basis. If Curry struggles, however, the Guardians could reinstate Peyton Battenfield (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list the next time a fifth starter is required.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians turn to Xzavion Curry in bid to sweep Phillies The Cleveland Guardians will try to get back over. 500 when they host the Philadelphia Phillies in the finale of their three-game series on...

JULY 23, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Xzavion Curry Continues To Be A Reliable Option For The Guardians Xzavion Curry pitched three clean innings for the Cleveland Guardians as the bullpen shuts out the Pittsburgh Pirates.

JULY 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Tosses three shutout frames Curry did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing one hit and one walk over three scoreless innings against the Pirates. He struck out two.

Impact Curry took care of the "bulk opener" role Monday and cruised through three innings with ease. He's fired 7.2 scoreless frames with a 7:2 K:BB this month. The 24-year-old has registered a 2.86 ERA across 50.1 innings this season.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Looks set to start Monday The Guardians list Curry as their probable starting pitcher for Monday's game against the Pirates.

Impact Curry was a starter throughout his minor-league career and received two starts during his first taste of the big leagues in 2022, but the Guardians have deployed him exclusively as a reliever thus far in 2023. Since he tossed a 20-pitch inning in relief Saturday in Texas and hasn't logged more than three frames in any appearance since beginning of May, Curry isn't expected to work deep enough into Monday's outing to qualify for the win. Instead, look for the Guardians to treat the series opener in Pittsburgh as more of a bullpen day.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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