3 years agoOn Saturday, Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito went only five innings pitched, allowing four earned runs on six hits and three walks in the White Sox's 11-9 loss to the Texas Rangers. Giolito, who struck out eight in the short outing, did not factor into the decision. It has been an uneven season so far for Giolito. He missed some time in April due to an abdominal strain and over 10 starts, he has only registered four quality starts. In April, Giolito posted a 2.57 ERA and 1.29 WHIP over three starts. In May, he took a step back, posting a 4.13 ERA and 1.41 WHIP over five starts. So far in June, Giolito has continued to struggle, posting a 4.91 ERA and 1.73 WHIP over two starts, including Saturday's game against Texas. On the season, Giolito owns a 3.88 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 70 strikeouts over 53 1/3 innings. Although Giolito has been struggling, and fantasy managers were likely expecting more from him when they drafted him as their staff ace, he remains a must-start in all formats. He will look to rebound in his next start, which should be a tough test on Friday against the Astros in Houston.--Nick Ritrivi - RotoBaller
Source: mlb.com