Jackson Jobe Allows Two Runs Across Two Frames
Jackson Jobe allowed two runs during his spring debut. The right-hander logged two innings of work. His lone blemish came against young Baltimore slugger Heston Kjerstad, who hit a two-run shot off Jobe in the second frame. Jobe also severed up one free pass but did tally a strikeout. The budding ace is expected to be a favorite to land a spot in the starting rotation, with Alex Cobb (hip) set to miss at least a month of action. The former third-overall selection in the 2021 MLB Draft made his MLB debut late in the 2024 season. He tossed four shutout innings and only allowed one hit and one walk. He spent most of the summer with Double-A, where he held a 1.95 ERA with a 1.09 WHIP across 73 2/3 innings. He tallied 81 punchouts but served up a high 38 walks. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Jobe's development during camp, but he should be viewed as an intriguing late-round upside starting pitcher.
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Jackson Jobe Gets First Career Win
Jackson Jobe spun six scoreless innings against the struggling Twins to earn the first victory of his MLB career. Jobe pitched well in his first two starts but got a pair of no-decisions against the Mariners and White Sox while allowing five earned runs in nine innings with seven strikeouts. He was much better on Saturday in Minneapolis and needed only 87 pitches to record 18 outs in his first quality start and his first MLB win. The Tigers have won nine of their last 11 games to climb to the top spot in the AL Central, and Jobe will look to build on this victory when he takes the mound next Thursday at home against the Royals.
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Jackson Jobe Looks Improved On Sunday
Jackson Jobe looked better on the mound than he did for his season debut. Jobe tossed five innings, allowing two earned runs, three walks, and striking out four batters in the no-decision. The 22-year-old still struggled with his command, but luckily he was facing a subpar White Sox lineup. Jobe would've been handed the loss if his team didn't come back in the ninth inning. Jobe has a ton of potential and appears to be heading in the right direction. However, he's far from a must-start during his next start against the Minnesota Twins.
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Jackson Jobe Inefficient In First Career Start Monday
Jackson Jobe did not have his first career start go exactly as planned in Monday's 9-6 win over the Mariners. The 22-year-old was staked with an early 6-0 lead. However, he lasted just four innings, allowing three runs on three hits (including two home runs) and four walks with three strikeouts. The No. 4 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline put together a strong enough spring to earn the final rotation spot for the Tigers and has more than enough pedigree to forgive a mediocre four innings. However, like most prospects, he may need some time to get acclimated to the big leagues, which means fantasy managers may need to wait before seeing significant fantasy returns. He should have a good chance in theory to rebound in his next start against the White Sox, although they have gotten off to a hot start in 2025.
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Jackson Jobe Strikes Out Five In Final Spring Start
Jackson Jobe allowed two earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out five batters over four innings of work in Tuesday's 4-3 exhibition loss to the Giants. Jobe finishes the spring with a 3.86 ERA and a 6:13 BB:K over 16 1/3 IP, earning him a spot in the Tigers' starting rotation to open the 2025 season. The former first-rounder will likely take on the Mariners in Seattle for his first MLB start. Although he's yet to show it in his brief time in the majors, the righty carried a 27.0 percent strikeout rate in the minors, so there is solid strikeout potential here. The 22-year-old is available at the end of drafts for those who have yet to make their selections, however, it should be noted that he currently only carries relief pitcher (RP) eligibility on Yahoo.
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