Brian Moehler
Contract: Signed through 2009, with mutual option for 2010.
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 235 lbs
- Born: Dec 31, 1971
- Debut: September 22, 1996
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Newsbreakers
October 7, 2009
The Astros have informed Brian Moehler they plan "to pick up their portion of the mutual option they hold on the right-hander for 2010," according to the Houston Chronicle. The option pays him $3 million.
Our View:
The chances of Moehler declining his part of the option are basically zero. The market for soon-to-be 38 year olds coming off 5.47 ERA seasons receiving major league contracts is understandably thin. He will be an Astro next year.
October 5, 2009
Brian Moehler underwent surgery on his right knee, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
The veteran hurler missed 18 games in April and May due to a sprained right knee. The Astros expect him to be ready to go for the start of the 2010 campaign, barring a setback.
September 30, 2009
Brian Moehler got hit hard again on Wednesday, this time allowing seven runs in 4.1 innings, as the Astros lost 10-3 in Philadelphia.
Our View:
Assuming Wednesday was Moehler's final start of the season, it capped a very inglorious year for the aging righty. He will finish with a record of 8-12 in 29 starts, while sporting an ERA of 5.47. He threw just eight quality starts all season.
September 25, 2009
Brian Moehler was lit up for seven earned runs on eight hits over 2.1 innings in Friday's 10-4 loss to the Reds at Minute Maid Park. He had one walk and two strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler fell to 8-11 following his nightmarish outing. The 37-year-old hurler is winless over his last six starts.
September 19, 2009
Brian Moehler allowed just two runs (one earned) on five hits and two walks over six innings on Saturday, but did not earn a decision as the Astros bullpen crumbled against the Brewers in a 7-2 loss.
Our View:
Moehler has turned his season around a bit as of late and has compiled a 2.74 ERA in four starts this month. Too little, too late, but it's nice to see him finally figuring things out. The downside is that he hasn't been credited with a win since August 22nd.
September 15, 2009
MLB.com reports that Brian Moehler will undergo offseason knee surgery.
Our View:
Moehler's knee has been bothering him all season and he says he just wants to get it "cleaned out". Hopefully the procedure helps him improve on an 8-10 record and 5.01 ERA.
September 12, 2009
Brian Moehler turned in his first quality start since July 31 on Saturday (a span of seven starts), but still took a no-decision, as Houston beat the Pirates 4-2.
Our View:
At age 37, Moehler has had the look of a pitcher nearing the end of the line this season. This first quality start since July might be his last ever.
September 7, 2009
Brian Moehler gave up three earned runs on five hits over 5.2 innings in Monday's 4-3 win over the Phillies at Minute Maid Park. He had three walks and three strikeouts, and allowed two homers.
Our View:
The Phillies were leading 3-2 when Moehler exited, so he was handed a no-decision. The 37-year-old hurler is not pitching bad right now, as he allowed three or less earned runs in each of his last five starts.
September 1, 2009
Brian Moehler was good, not great on Tuesday. He allowed three runs (just one earned) on six hits over 5.1 innings, but was handed his tenth loss of the season as the Astros fell to the Cubs 4-1.
Our View:
Moehler didn't walk a man in Tuesday's game, but only managed two strikeouts. He's not known for the Ks though, as he has just 11 in his last five starts combined.
August 27, 2009
Brian Moehler kept the suddenly light-hitting Cardinals in check on Thursday, allowing only three runs in six innings, as the Astros won 4-3 in St. Louis to prevent a three-game sweep.
Our View:
Thursday also marked his fifth straight non-quality start, however, and his 5.26 ERA and 1.51 WHIP preclude him from being much of a factor in any format.
August 22, 2009
Brian Moehler broke his losing streak on Saturday as the Astros beat the Diamondbacks 4-2. Moehler went 5.2 innings and allowed two runs on six hits while walking two and striking out three.
Our View:
Moehler had been really struggling as of late, but he was much better tonight, albeit against a weak D-Backs' lineup. Moehler is now 8-9 on the season, and he has a 5.29 ERA. He should not be employed for any fantasy duty unless your league is extremely deep.
August 15, 2009
Brian Moehler gave up three earned runs on 10 hits over five innings in Saturday's 6-2 loss at Milwaukee. He had two walks and two strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler was dealt a loss, and falls to 7-9 with a 5.40 ERA. He has taken a loss in each of his last three starts, and should only be used in deeper fantasy leagues.
August 10, 2009
Brian Moehler was tagged for four earned runs on five hits over five innings in Monday's 8-6 loss at Florida. He had three walks and three strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler had another poor outing, and now has a losing record at 7-8. He has three losses over his last four starts, and gave up 10 earned runs over his last two. He is only an option for deeper fantasy leagues.
August 5, 2009
Brian Moehler got rocked on Wednesday, allowing seven runs in six innings, as Houston lost to the Giants 10-6 at home.
Our View:
Looks like the bad Brian showed up on Wednesday. Moehler has been both quietly efficient and breathtakingly awful this season, and there's never any telling what might happen when he pitches. It's this quality that doesn't make him a great fantasy spot-starter.
July 31, 2009
Brian Moehler gave up two earned runs on seven hits over 6.2 innings in Friday's 4-3 loss at St. Louis. He had one walk and five strikeouts.
Our View:
The game was tied 2-2 when Moehler exited, so he ends the night with a no-decision rather than a loss. He carries a 4.99 ERA for the season, and is merely an option for NL-only leagues.
July 26, 2009
Brian Moehler got roughed up on Sunday, allowing five earned runs in just 4.2 innings, as the Astros lost to the Mets 8-3 at home.
Our View:
Moehler failed to go his customary six innings for the first time since June 25. He's not a miracle worker, but he's consistent. You can usually count on six innings, four or five K's and a 50/50 chance that he'll bring home a win when you trot him out there.
July 20, 2009
Brian Moehler allowed two earned runs on six hits over 6.1 innings in Monday's 3-2 win over St. Louis at Minute Maid Park. He issued two walks with five strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler pitched well tonight, and improves to 7-5 for the season. He has earned a win in three of four starts in July, and the veteran hurler is worth penciling into fantasy lineups for his next turn in the Astros' rotation.
July 12, 2009
Brian Moehler tossed a gem on Sunday. The crafty veteran scattered seven hits over 6.1 shutout innings to earn the victory in the Astros' 5-0 blanking of the Nationals. He walked two and fanned two.
Our View:
Moehler was horrific at the beginning of the season, but has strung together six consecutive solid starts and has earned himself some recent fantasy consideration. Especially in NL-only leagues.
July 7, 2009
Brian Moehler took his fifth loss of the season on Tuesday, just one start after his best game of the year, as the Astros lost 6-3 to the Pirates in Houston.
Our View:
Moehler is capable of throwing gems like he did his last time out, but is far too inconsistent to warrant serious consideration in most formats.
July 1, 2009
Brian Moehler had his best outing since May 28 on Wednesday, striking out eight in six innings to earn his fifth win as Houston decked San Diego 7-1.
Our View:
Moehler has very little fantasy value, and is an emergency spot starter at best.
June 25, 2009
Brian Moehler went five innings for a no-decision on Thursday as Houston beat Kansas City 6-5.
Our View:
He allowed four runs, but only one was earned. He is still sporting a 6.05 ERA, though, and is not a good option at starting pitcher.
June 20, 2009
Brian Moehler picked up his fourth win on Saturday as the Astros defeated the Twins 6-5. Moehler went six innings and allowed three runs on four hits while walking one and striking out three.
Our View:
Moehler was pretty good tonight, but he still has very little fantasy value. NL-only leaguers may want to give him a look, but only if you are desperate for starting pitching. If not, avoid him.
June 10, 2009
Brian Moehler was lit up for five earned runs on eight hits over a mere three innings of work in Tuesday's 7-1 loss to the Cubs at Minute Maid Park. He had two walks and three strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler falls to 2-4 for the season, and has allowed nine earned runs over his last two outings. He is not fit for fantasy duty right now.
May 29, 2009
Brian Moehler was excellent on Friday as he went the distance and allowed just one run on seven hits and two walks. He moved up to 2-3 on the season and struck out four in Astros' 6-1 win over the Pirates.
Our View:
Moehler has been brutal this season. This is just his second quality start and despite a brilliant effort on Friday he's not worth holding on to in fantasy leagues. His ERA dropped to 6.43.
May 23, 2009
Brian Moehler got rocked by the Rangers on Saturday, giving up six runs off nine hits, three of which left the yard, and zero walks with four strikeouts in five innings.
Our View:
Moehler had been solid in his previous three starts, but reminded us all that he's never been anything more than mediocre throughout his career. There's little to no fantasy value in his arm.
May 15, 2009
Friday's game between the Astros and Cubs at Wrigley Field has been postponed due to rain, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
The game has been rescheduled for July 30. Brian Moehler was going to pitch for Houston today, but will now be pushed back to Sunday so Roy Oswalt can start on schedule Saturday.
May 9, 2009
Brian Moehler had a rare strong outing on Saturday as he held the Padres to just one run on five hits and a walk, but did not factor in the decision. He struck out six as the Astros won 5-4.
Our View:
Moehler's start lowered, that's right, lowered his ERA to 8.44. He's been drug off the scrap heap one too many times and isn't worth keeping around on fantasy rosters.
May 4, 2009
Brian Moehler was pretty good in his return to the Astros' rotation on Monday, going five innings and allowing two earned runs on eight hits while walking two and striking out five. Moehler had been out with a knee injury, but was activated before the game.
Our View:
Moehler has been bad all season, so this outing was a bit of a surprise. He wasn't outstanding, but it was a marked improvement over his other starts this year. He still has no fantasy value, but a few more starts like this may change that.
April 29, 2009
Brian Moehler (knee) was clobbered in his second rehab start on Wednesday, allowing eight runs on 11 hits in five innings for Double-A Corpus Christi.
Our View:
The team lost to Midland 16-9, so perhaps Moehler can blame it on the weather. Still, Moehler looks like he may have more work to do before returning to Houston's roster.
April 27, 2009
Brian Moehler (knee) threw a successful bullpen session Sunday, and he is on track for his second rehab start (with Double-A Corpus Christi) Wednesday, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Moehler is aiming to throw 100 pitches, after throwing 77 on Sunday. He is eligible to come off the DL April 29.
April 25, 2009
MLB.com reports that starter Brian Moehler will likely need only one more rehab start before rejoining the Astros rotation. He felt good during and after a 77-pitch performance on Saturday. He is recovering from a strained knee that will cause him to wear a knee brace for the rest of the season.
Our View:
Moehler does not have much fantasy value at all. He has allowed 12 runs in his first two starts covering four innings of work.
April 24, 2009
Brian Moehler, who is recovering from a strained right knee, will make a rehab start with Triple-A Round Rock Friday, according to the Houston Chronicle. He said, "As long as I feel good, that is all I care about. I could care less about the results."
Our View:
Moehler will attempt to reach a 75-85 pitch count. He is not sure if he will require another rehab start. He will throw with a brace on his ailing knee.
April 22, 2009
Brian Moehler threw a light bullpen session Tuesday to test his sprained right knee, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
The veteran with throw a full bullpen session today, and could progress to a rehab assignment if he fares fine.
April 20, 2009
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Brian Moehler will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday for the first time since being placed on the DL with a sprained right knee. If all goes well, Moehler will throw another bullpen session before going on a rehab assignment.
Our View:
Moehler is making progress, but he is expected to be stretched out during his rehab stint since he hasn't lasted longer than 2.1 innings in either of his starts this season. If all goes perfectly, he could be ready to pitch the day he is eligible to come off the DL.
April 15, 2009
Updating a previous report, the Astros will place starting pitcher Brian Moehler on the 15-day DL, according to MLB.com. An MRI showed a grade one MCL strain in his right knee.
Our View:
This may not be such a bad thing for the Astros. Moehler has allowed 12 runs in just four innings this season, and it's hard to imagine that whoever replaces him could do any worse.
April 15, 2009
Brian Moehler may miss Sunday's scheduled start due to his knee injury, according to the Houston Chronicle. GM Ed Wade said, "From what I understand, it does not bother him going up and down stairs or running straight ahead, but if it bothers him pushing off he really cannot pitch effectively as witnessed by his lack of command Monday. We will see how he feels today. If he misses a start, we hope it is one."
Our View:
The Astros did not comment on who may take his spot in the rotation if Moehler is foced to miss his next start. He is 0-2 over his first two outings.
April 14, 2009
Brian Moehler is day-to-day while recovering from a mildly sprained MCL, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Moehler is tentatively scheduled to pitch again Sunday. He was rocked for 12 earned runs over a mere four innings of work over two starts this season.
April 13, 2009
Following his poor outing Monday, MLB.com reports that Brian Moehler will have an MRI on his knee on Tuesday. He apparently suffered a knee sprain on the same day he suffered his second loss in as many starts.
Our View:
Moehler will not be missed in fantasy circles, but the Astros are already desperate for starting pitching. He is currently 0-2 with a 27.00 ERA.
April 13, 2009
Brian Moehler continued to struggle on Monday as he lasted only 2.1 innings in his start against the Pirates. He gave up seven hits and five earned runs and didn't strike out a batter in the Astros' loss. He was lifted after a knee injury in the third.
Our View:
Moehler has been nothing short of abysmal in his two starts this season, as he hasn't made it out of the third inning in either. He is getting an MRI on his knee on Tuesday, so stay tuned to the results.
April 13, 2009
Brian Moehler will make his second start of the season today at Pittsburgh (3-3), according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Moehler was rocked for seven earned runs in his season debut against the Cubs, and will be aiming to bounce back today and snap a four-game losing streak for Houston. He holds a 5.84 ERA over 14 career games (11 starts) against Pittsburgh.
April 8, 2009
Brian Moehler got absolutely clobbered by the Cubs on Wednesday. He allowed seven runs on eight hits and a walk over just 1.2 innings. He is now 0-1 on the season.
Our View:
Moehler is a risky fantasy start, and Wednesday's performance shows why. Avoid him this season unless you like flirting with disaster.
April 3, 2009
Brian Moehler will start tonight's exhibition game against the Indians, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
He is 0-2 in spring action, but holds a solid 1.80 ERA. Moehler won't be a viable source for strikeouts, but could still be useful for deeper NL-only leagues.
March 29, 2009
Brian Moehler threw six innings Sunday against the Blue Jays, allowing two runs on seven hits.
Our View:
The veteran righthander, along with Roy Oswald, will provide the Astros' rotation with some quality leadership, but his lack of above-average stuff means he won't be worth a great deal of fantasy value.
March 29, 2009
Brian Moehler is slated to start today's Grapefruit League game against the Blue Jays, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Moehler was forced out of last Sunday's start with a shoulder bruise. The 37-year-old vet is projected to be the fourth starter in the Astros' rotation this season. He only fired 82 strikeouts over 150 innings in 2008, and should be left for deeper NL-only leagues.
March 25, 2009
Brian Moehler, who has been recovering from a right shoulder contusion, will start Sunday's Grapefruit League game, according to the Houston Chronicle. He said, "I feel fine. I am not sore or anything."
Our View:
He expects to make two more starts in spring training. If he remains on regular rest, the 37-year-old vet will be the No. 4 starter in the Astros' rotation.
March 24, 2009
Brian Moehler is feeling better while recovering from a right shoulder contusion, according to the Houston Chronicle. He said, "I feel pretty good. It is a little discolored, but I am not in pain. I feel I will be ready to pitch later in the week."
Our View:
Moehler does not expect the ailment to cost him any playing time. The 37-year-old should hold a spot in the Astros' rotation, and is worth a look for NL-only leagues.
March 22, 2009
Brian Moehler pitched three scoreless innings against Washington on Sunday in a 1-0 Houston win.
Our View:
It seems more and more likely that the 37-year-old Moehler will land a spot in the rotation. It will be interesting to see if manager Cecil Cooper will extend him beyond four or five innings in his final one or two spring starts.
March 17, 2009
Brian Moehler had a fine outing on Tuesday against the Tigers. He allowed four hits and a walk over five scoreless innings and struck out three.
Our View:
This could be a big boost for Moehler and the pitching-starved Astros. A couple more outings like this and he could crack the rotation. Still he has little value outside of NL-only leagues.
March 10, 2009
Brian Moehler allowed four runs (one earned) on four hits over four innings in Tuesday's 7-4 loss to the Braves in the Grapefruit League, with two walks and three strikeouts.
Our View:
Moehler continues to struggle in spring training, and is not guaranteed a spot in the Astros' rotation. He is only worth considering for deeper NL-only leagues, namely due to a low strikeout-rate.
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