Zac Gallen's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen (hamstring) will begin his throwing progression on Tuesday, according to manager Torey Lovullo. A right-hamstring strain sent Gallen to the injured list, but he could be back when eligible since the injury wasn't related to his pitching arm. The 28-year-old only made it through six pitches in his last start on Thursday against the New York Mets before being pulled from the game and placed on the injured list on Friday. If Gallen doesn't have any setbacks with his hamstring, it's likely that he'll only need a couple of bullpen sessions before rejoining Arizona's starting rotation. He's a must-start every time he takes the mound in fantasy lineups, but he could be on a pitch count his next time out. After making his first All-Star team in 2023, Gallen has so far gone 5-4 this year with a solid 3.12 ERA (3.25 FIP) and 1.14 WHIP with 60 strikeouts and 15 walks in 57 2/3 frames over his 11 starts.

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (hamstring) has been placed on the 15-day injured list on Friday. This is frustrating news after Gallen was removed during his start on Thursday due to a hamstring issue. He is now set to miss time after manager Torey Lovullo said he was hopeful Gallen would avoid a stint on the injured list. In a corresponding move, right-hander Slade Cecconi has been recalled from Triple-A Reno. This seems like a move to add bullpen depth so it's uncertain what the D-Backs plan to do with the vacant rotation spot.

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (hamstring) exited Thursday's start against the hosting New York Mets in the first inning due to a strained right hamstring. After throwing his sixth pitch of the game, Gallen walked off the field before recording a single out. It needs to be noted that Gallen dealt with tightness in the same hamstring back in late April, so a stint on the injured list may very well be incoming here if the D-backs want to proceed with caution with their ace. The 28-year-old right-hander has been rock-solid in Arizona's rotation when healthy, posting a 3.12 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 60:15 K:BB over 57 2/3 frames (11 starts) this year. Gallen tentatively lines up next for Tuesday's start at home against the division-rival San Francisco Giants, but it's likely that either Logan Allen will rejoin the rotation or Slade Cecconi will be recalled from the minor leagues if Gallen needs to head to the IL.

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen continued his strong season in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Reds. Gallen pitched six scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and three walks with six strikeouts. The 28-year-old has looked like a fantasy ace, going 4-2 with a 2.84 ERA and a 9.71 K/9 rate in seven starts and 38 IP. His next scheduled start will be a test at the Orioles, but Gallen is a must-start fantasy option at this point.

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen (hamstring) is penciled in to make his next start on Tuesday in Cincinnati against the Reds. Gallen left his last start last Friday with a minor hamstring injury. He was set to make his return on normal rest this Wednesday to face the Los Angeles Dodgers, but a long delay before Tuesday night's game caused lefty Jordan Montgomery to be pushed back to Wednesday. It allowed the D-backs to give the 28-year-old a little more rest before his next start. It's a bummer for fantasy managers that Gallen isn't starting at all this week, but he'll also get a much better matchup in the Reds than the Dodgers. He shouldn't have any issues with his hammy and should be returned to starting lineups in all fantasy formats next Tuesday.