Kyle Lohse recorded his fourth win of the season Wednesday night against the Washington Nationals. He lasted 8.0 innings, striking out seven batters while allowing four hits and just one earned run.
Analysis: Lohse now has his ERA down to 3.43 which is 36th in all of baseball this year. His 1.16 WHIP is 30th yet the thirty-four year old still flies under the radar. Lohse has allowed one earned run or fewer in six of his last seven starts… he’s been dominant recently. He hasn’t allowed more than three earned runs in a start since May. With such a great streak it is amazing that he is still available in 30-50% of fantasy leagues.
Aside from his impressive ERA and WHIP this year he has put together a few solid seasons. Lohse has recorded a sub 3.50 ERA each of the last two years as well as a sub 1.20 WHIP. His velocity is not falling despite hitting his mid-thirties but his control is improving. Lohse’s walk rate is 7th best in baseball which does make up for his pedestrian strikeout numbers. Grab him while you can because he should be getting more attention sooner than later.