Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session on Wednesday. Stroman resumed playing catch late last week and is now ready for the next step after being out since mid-June with right shoulder inflammation. Fantasy managers should expect the 31-year-old right-hander to require at least one minor league rehab outing before returning to Chicago's rotation. In his first nine starts with the Cubs before his injury, Stroman had a disappointing 5.32 ERA (4.18 FIP) and a 1.22 WHIP with 45 strikeouts and 12 walks in 47 1/3 innings pitched. Stroman is sporting a solid 22.7% strikeout rate and a 6.1% walk rate, though, so he should remain stashed in most fantasy leagues.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (shoulder) will resume his throwing program on Friday. He was shut down for a week after landing on the injured list due to shoulder inflammation. The good news is, Stroman is ready to pick up a baseball again. It's obviously going to take some time for Stroman to get back to MLB ready. He'll likely need at least one minor league start before returning to the Cubs roster. Fantasy managers might not see Stroman until early July.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman got obliterated on Friday, allowing nine earned runs over four innings pitched. Stroman was hit hard by the Cardinals in this start, allowing 10 hits, including three home runs and five balls hit over 100 mph. This disaster elevates Stroman's season ERA to 5.32, with his record dropping to 2-5. The right-hander has been getting hit hard all season, and although he had strung together a couple of nice starts before this one, he is more of a matchups play at this point. His next start comes against the Orioles in Baltimore, so you can keep him in your lineup for that one if you don't have better options.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman took the tough-luck loss in his return to the mound on Thursday as his club fell to the Diamondbacks 3-1. The right-hander gave up three runs (two earned) on five hits over five innings of work, striking out six and issuing no free passes in his first start since May 1 after battling a bout of COVID. Daulton Varsho tagged him for a solo home run in the fourth, but otherwise all the hits he allowed were singles in his 77-pitch effort. It was a positive just to see Stroman stay effective on the mound as he will take a 4.88 ERA and 1.15 WHIP into his next scheduled start versus the Reds next week.

The Chicago Cubs activated Marcus Stroman from the COVID-19 injured list on Thursday. He will make his sixth start of the season in Thursday night's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. In a corresponding move, the team placed relief pitcher Michael Rucker (toe) on the 15-day injured list. Stroman has gone 1-3 with a 5.13 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP over his first five starts as a Cub. We'll see if he can turn things around on Thursday in a favorable matchup against the D-backs.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman threw a bullpen session on Tuesday. According to Cubs manager David Ross, the plan is for Stroman to rejoin the team's starting rotation next time around, meaning he could make his next start on Saturday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Stroman was placed on the COVID-19 injured list at the beginning of May. He made five starts prior to landing on the list and went 1-3 with a 5.13 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP.

Chicago Cubs pitchers David Robertson (undisclosed) and Marcus Stroman (undisclosed) play catch on Saturday. Both Cubs pitchers were placed on the COVID-19 injured last Sunday. According to Cubs manager David Ross, Stroman and Robertson feel better, but a return date remains unclear. Robertson owns a 1.50 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts over 12 innings in 2022. Rowan Wick will continue to handle closing duties while Robertson is out. Stroman may not miss more time and return to the rotation once activated. The 31-year-old owns a 5.13 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, and 22 strikeouts across 26 1/3 innings in 2022.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Dodgers and was placed on the injured list with an undisclosed condition, per Cubs writer Andy Martinez. This type of transaction has typically been used for COVID-19-related issues. As there is no designation, Stroman can theoretically be activated at any time. Justin Steele will make the start instead. Fantasy managers should avoid him given his slow start to the season and the tough matchup and should keep an eye out for further updates on Stroman.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman made his team debut versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Stroman was sharp through five innings, but unable to get the win. He went five innings, two hits allowed, one earned run, three walks, and three strikeouts in the no-decision. Honestly, his only significant mistake was a home run allowed to Willy Adames in the third inning. Sadly, the Cubs bullpen gave up the lead shortly after Stroman exited the game. He'll be a shaky fantasy option in his next start versus the Colorado Rockies in Coors Field.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman enjoyed considerable success as a New York Met in 2021, posting a 3.02 ERA and 1.15 WHIP across 33 starts and 179 innings. Now in Chicago, Stroman's durability may be his biggest strength in a season when a record-low number of pitchers appear poised to even approach a full complement of starts, let alone 200 innings. Stroman has reached the 30-start benchmark in four of his last five seasons. He's set to make his first appearance of the season against the Milwaukee Brewers as Chicago's number two starter.

According to a tweet from ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Chicago Cubs have reportedly signed free-agent starting pitcher Marcus Stroman. Per Passan, it'll be a three-year contract for Stroman worth $71 million that also includes an opt-out after the second season. The 30-year-old pitched to a 3.02 ERA and a 3.49 FIP in 179 innings for the New York Mets this past season, striking out 158 batters while allowing just 44 walks. He'll step in as the ace of a rotation that should also feature Kyle Hendricks, Wade Miley, Alec Mills, and Adbert Alzolay, among others.

The Seattle Mariners are eyeing free agent starting pitcher Marcus Stroman, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. The 30-year old right-hander is one of the most pursued pitchers on the market this offseason, as the Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, and Los Angeles Angels, among others, have all been connected to him. He's been one of the better pitchers in the game during his seven-year career and posted a 3.02 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, and 158 strikeouts in 179 innings with the Mets this past season. Teams also like his durability, as he's started at least 32 games in four of the past five years. He has limited fantasy value without the big strikeout numbers, but he's someone managers can trust to help with innings and ERA.

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman is set to become a free agent this offseason. After a stellar 2021 campaign where he led the majors with 33 starts and posted a 3.02 ERA and 1.15 WHIP, he will be one of the top veteran starters on the market. Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the San Diego Padres are likely to pursue a veteran starter this offseason. Stroman has been one of the main pitchers tied to the team in the early-going of the offseason rumor mill. The Padres have a deep rotation already with Blake Snell, Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove set to return next year and Mike Clevinger (elbow) set to make his comeback from Tommy John surgery. We'll see if they are able to entice Stroman to join their experienced rotation, but he'll most certainly have several other suitors.

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman finally hit double-digits in the win column Tuesday, earning his 10th victory of the season against the Miami Marlins in the first half of a doubleheader sweep. Stroman allowed two runs on five hits and two walks with four strikeouts in five innings. He also added a stolen base, the first of his career. Stroman has been very consistent, only allowing more than three earned runs four times in 33 starts this season. His 3.02 ERA and 1.15 WHIP have made him a valuable fantasy asset. It's possible he'll make one more start this year.

On Tuesday, New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman went five innings, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and two walks in the Mets 6-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox. It was a rare poor outing for Stroman, who had registered two quality starts in a row prior to Tuesday's game. On the season, Stroman has a 3.00 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and a 154:42 K:BB ratio over 174 innings pitched and 32 starts. Stroman has far exceeded the expectations of fantasy managers this season and should remain active in all formats, despite the rough game against Boston.

On Tuesday, New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman went six effective innings against the Cardinals, allowing only two earned runs on four hits and one walk, while striking out eight. Unfortunately, the Mets wasted Stroman's performance by losing 7-6 in 11 innings. Tuesday's performance was Stroman's second quality start in a row, and fifth out of his last six starts. In three September starts (at a time when fantasy managers need him the most), Stroman has posted a 3.12 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, to go with 17 strikeouts over 17 1/3 innings pitched. On the season, Stroman has a 2.88 ERA (eighth-lowest ERA in MLB), 1.12 WHIP, and a 151:40 K:BB ratio over 169 IP and 31 starts. Even more impressively, Stroman is tied with Max Scherzer and Walker Buehler with the most starts of no more than two earned runs allowed this season at 23. Stroman has far exceeded the expectations of fantasy managers this season and should continue to remain active in all formats. Stroman will be a free agent at the end of the 2021 campaign. The Mets would be wise to lock up Stroman to a long-term contract given the pitching injuries they have suffered to their starting staff this season.

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman posted another quality start on Saturday, going six strong innings in the Mets 5-3 win over the Washington Nationals. Stroman allowed just two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five. Stroman did not factor into the decision but recorded his 14th quality start of the season, and third quality start in as many games. It was another great performance from Stroman who now owns a 2.85 ERA, a 1.12 WHIP, and 134 strikeouts in 151 1/3 innings pitched over 27 starts. Stroman should continue to help fantasy owners with excellent ratios, a decent number of strikeouts and quality starts through the remainder of the 2021 campaign. Fantasy managers should continue to start Stroman with confidence.

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman posted another quality start on Sunday, going six strong innings in the Mets 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Stroman allowed just two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six. Stroman was able to finally get some run support from the Mets offense and improved his record to 9-12 on the season. It was another great performance from Stroman who has stepped into the Mets ace role with Jacob deGrom (elbow) sidelined. Stroman owns a 2.85 ERA (currently eighth-best in MLB) with a 1.11 WHIP, and 129 strikeouts in 145 1/3 innings pitched over 26 starts. Stroman should continue to help fantasy owners with excellent ratios, a decent number of strikeouts and quality starts through the remainder of the 2021 campaign. Fantasy managers should be sure to keep Stroman active for his next scheduled start at home on Saturday against the Nationals.

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman went seven strong innings in the Mets 3-2 loss to the Giants on Tuesday night. Stroman allowed just three earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out nine. It was another wasted performance from Stroman who has been a consistent fantasy producer this year despite a rough string of starts in late June and early July. Stroman's record fell to 8-12 on the season, despite owning a 2.84 ERA, a 1.12 WHIP, and 123 strikeouts in 139 1/3 innings pitched over 25 starts. If he just had average offensive support behind him, his record would likely be inverted and he would be approaching a 12-to-15 win season. Unfortunately, wins will be hard to come by for Stroman through the remainder of the season with a Mets offense that is struggling to get any runs on the board. That said, Stroman should continue to help fantasy owners with excellent ratios, a decent number of strikeouts and quality starts in leagues that reward that counting statistic. Stroman should remain active in all fantasy formats.

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman went 5 1/3 innings pitched in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against Washington, allowing just one earned run and striking out eight. The Mets defeated the Nationals 4-1 and Stroman picked up his eighth win of the season, improving his record to 8-11 on the season. Stroman yielded just three hits and two walks in an impressive outing when the Mets needed it desperately. For the season, Stroman owns a 2.79 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 114 strikeouts in 132 1/3 IP. Stroman has been a solid fantasy producer this year despite a rough string of starts in late June and early July. He should remain active in all formats going forward.