Javier Vazquez
Contract: Signed through 2010.
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 217 lbs
- Born: Jul 25, 1976
- Debut: April 3, 1998
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 219.1 | 15 | 0 | 238 | 2.87 |
Newsbreakers
September 30, 2009
Javier Vazquez struck out nine Marlins in six innings on Wednesday night, but also allowed five runs in a game the Braves had to have, as Atlanta lost 5-4 at home.
Our View:
It was the seventh time in 32 starts this season that Vazquez had struck out at least nine. For the year, he is now 15-10 with a 2.87 ERA and 238 strikeouts.
September 25, 2009
Javier Vazquez only allowed one earned run on three hits over nine innings in Friday's 4-1 win at Washington. He had one walk and fired seven strikeouts.
Our View:
Vazquez was in control as he earned his 15th win and third complete game of 2009. He collected a win in each of his last four starts, and a homer by Josh Bard prevented him from picking up his first shutout tonight.
September 19, 2009
Javier Vazquez dominated once again on Saturday. He blanked the Phillies for seven innings and surrendered just three hits and three walks, while fanning six. The 6-4 victory gave him his 14th win of the season.
Our View:
Vazquez is virtually unhittable right now. He has allowed just two runs over his last 23 innings, spanning three starts, and has fanned 23 batters in that stretch.
September 17, 2009
According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Javier Vazquez, whose name has been mentioned in possible offseason trades, wants to remain with the Braves.
Our View:
If the Braves re-sign Tim Hudson they would have a glut of starting pitchers on their roster for next season and could afford trade Vazquez or Kenshin Kawakami. The thing is, Vazquez is affordable (signed for $11.5 million next season) and was the Braves best pitcher this season with a 3.06 ERA and 216 Ks in 197.1 innings pitched. And the old adage holds true in that you can never have enough pitching. The Braves would be silly to trade him unless they got something very generous in return.
September 14, 2009
Javier Vazquez has been named the NL Player of the Week, according to MLB.com. He went 2-0 with 1.13 ERA over two starts last week, and led the majors with 17 strikeouts.
Our View:
This marks the first time Vazquez has earned the weekly honor in the NL. He topped 200 strikeouts for the third straight season, and the fifth time in his career.
September 13, 2009
Javier Vazquez outdueled Cardinals' ace Chris Carpenter on Sunday as the Braves pounded St. Louis 9-2. Vazquez went all nine innings and allowed two runs on seven hits while striking out eight.
Our View:
Vazquez has been a strikeout machine all season, and he was dominant against the Birds in today's game. He outpitched Carpenter, and he now has 216 strikeouts.
September 8, 2009
Javier Vazquez struck out nine while allowing just three hits in seven dazzling innings on Tuesday, as Atlanta beat the Astros 2-1 in Houston.
Our View:
His 208 strikeouts are second to only to Tim Lincecum's 233 in the National League.
September 2, 2009
Javier Vazquez allowed five runs on seven hits and a walk over 5.1 innings against the Marlins on Wednesday. He fanned seven and did not factor in the decision as the Braves fell 8-7.
Our View:
This was a disappointing outing for Vazquez, especially coming on the heels of a brilliant seven shutout inning performance his last time out. His Wednesday struggles upped his ERA to 3.18.
August 27, 2009
Javier Vazquez dominated the Padres on Thursday night, throwing seven scoreless innings while striking out six in the Braves' 9-1 win.
Our View:
The start snapped a two-game losing streak for Vazquez. With 192 strikeouts, he is just eight away from his third straight 200-K campaign.
August 22, 2009
Javier Vazquez got tagged by the Marlins for five runs on ten hits and a walk over 6.2 innings Friday. He fanned eight, but was saddled with his ninth loss of the season.
Our View:
Vazquez is always a great source of Ks, but he's put up two unimpressive starts in a row now. If his 3.14 ERA on the season tells us anything though, it's that he'll bounce back.
August 16, 2009
Javier Vazquez held all of the Phillies in check on Sunday except Ryan Howard. The big first baseman took him deep twice and drove in all four runs in the Braves 4-1 loss.
Our View:
Vazquez allowed six hits and a pair of walk, but managed to fan seven over seven innings. His ERA still remained under 3.00, but he fell to 10-8 on the season after Sunday's Howard induced hiccup.
August 9, 2009
Javier Vazquez only allowed one earned run on five hits over eight innings in Sunday's 8-2 win at Los Angeles. He had two walks and seven strikeouts.
Our View:
Vazquez trimmed his ERA to 2.90, and earned his 10th win of 2009. He is enjoying August with a 2-0 record and a 1.80 ERA over two starts.
August 5, 2009
Javier Vazquez moved to 9-7 on the year on Tuesday with the Braves' 9-2 win over the Padres. Vazquez went seven innings and allowed two runs on four hits while walking two and striking out six.
Our View:
Vazquez continues to produce almost every time out, and right now he looks like an excellent fantasy pitcher. The strikeouts are usually there, and lately he has been good enough to stay unbeaten over his last six starts.
July 30, 2009
Javier Vazquez gave up three earned runs on five hits over 7.1 innings in Thursday's 6-3 win at Florida. He issued one walk and fired eight strikeouts.
Our View:
Vazquez ended the night with a no-decision, but fantasy owners should still be pleased with his eight K's. He is unbeaten over his last five starts, and allowed two or less earned runs three times over that span.
July 24, 2009
Javier Vazquez gave up four earned runs on seven hits over seven innings in Friday's 9-4 win at Milwaukee. He had three walks and racked up nine strikeouts.
Our View:
Vazquez has earned a win in three straight starts, and is now 8-7 for the season. He was 1-3 in June, despite a strong 1.98 ERA.
July 19, 2009
Javier Vazquez looked just fine in his return to the mound on Sunday as the Braves pounded the Mets by a score of 7-1. Vazquez went seven innings and allowed one run on six hits while walking one and striking out five.
Our View:
The strikeout total was a bit low for Vazquez tonight, but he looked dominant against a depleted Mets' lineup. It is hard to judge pitchers who go against the Mets these days, but if this start is any indication, it looks like Vazquez should be fine going forward. Expect the strikeout totals to increase going forward as well.
July 17, 2009
According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Javier Vazquez (strained abdominal) threw a bullpen session on Thursday and has been deemed ready to start Sunday against the Mets.
Our View:
Vazquez was scratched from his previous start, but after oa week of rest says he's feeling good. He should be fine to get back into lineups, and you don't want to miss one of his starts as he's a great source of Ks.
July 9, 2009
Javier Vazquez will miss Sunday's start at Colorado due to a strained lower-abdominal muscle, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Our View:
The Braves are hopeful that Vazquez can avoid a trip to the DL. His MRI revealed that he is not dealing with a serious ailment. The Braves are yet to announce his replacement for Sunday.
July 7, 2009
Javier Vazquez was superb on Tuesday, striking out six in seven innings for his sixth win, as the Braves beat the Cubs 2-1 at Wrigley Field.
Our View:
Vazquez has been one of the National League's top pitchers in 2009, and one of the majors' best strikeout pitchers. Make darn sure he's in your starting lineup every fifth day.
July 6, 2009
Contrary to a previous report, the Brewers are apparently not in trade discussions with Atlanta regarding a possible deal involving Javier Vazquez, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Our View:
Vazquez has been dominant for Atlanta this season despite a 5-7 record and would certainly have provided a huge boost to Milwaukee's starting rotation, but apparently the Brewers are not looking at him as an option. Still, in light of their superstar Ryan Braun's tirade against the team's pitching, it seems like the Brewers will be looking to add another starter at some point in the near future.
July 6, 2009
The Brewers reportedly inquired about Braves' hurler Javier Vazquez, according to ESPN.
Our View:
The Brewers would like to improve their rotation while only one game out of first place behind St. Louis in the NL Central standings, but Atlanta won't likely let Vazquez go without acquiring top prospects Mat Gamel or Alcides Escobar in exchange. GM Doug Melvin probably won't be willing to part with either prospect.
July 2, 2009
Javier Vazquez was solid if unspectacular on Thursday, striking out five in 5.1 innings and taking a no-decision as Atlanta won 5-2 at home.
Our View:
Vazquez has been having his best season in years in 2009, going back and worth with Tim Lincecum for the National League lead in strikeouts and posting five wins for his newest team. He may drop off as the season progresses, but is still a top-tier option at starting pitcher in every format.
June 27, 2009
Javier Vazquez was excellent despite suffering a loss and dropping to 5-7 on Saturday, holding the Red Sox to just one run off six hits and three walks while striking out eight.
Our View:
Vazquez passed Tim Lincecum and Justin Verlander for a one-strikeout lead atop the MLB strikeout rankings. Unfortunately, he's now gone seven-straight starts where he's received three or fewer runs of support, and Vazquez owners can do nothing but cross their fingers and hope this trend doesn't continue throughout the season.
June 22, 2009
Javier Vazquez allowed nine hits over 6.2 scoreless innings in Monday's 2-0 win over the Cubs at Turner Field. He had two walks and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Vazquez improves to 5-6 and trims his ERA to 3.18. He snapped a five-game skid without earning a win.
June 17, 2009
Javier Vazquez went the distance (just eight innings) in the Braves 4-3 loss to the Reds on Wednesday. He allowed four hits, including two home runs, and four earned runs. He fell to 4-6 on the season.
Our View:
Vazquez has 112 strikeouts in 92.1 innings this season. He is an extremely valuable fantasy hurler due to his strikeout rate and durability, despite being 4-6 on the season.
June 11, 2009
Braves starter Javier Vazquez was dominant on Thursday, allowing only two hits and walking none in eight innings while striking out 12. He still took a no decision, however, as he left the game tied 1-1. The Braves ended up losing when Andy LaRoche singled in two runs in the ninth inning.
Our View:
Vazquez now has a 3.31 ERA and 1.03 WHIP on the season. In his first season with the Braves, he has recorded 105 strikeouts in 84.1 innings, and despite having only four wins, he is an elite fantasy option.
June 6, 2009
Javier Vazquez was hit with the tough luck loss on Saturday as the Braves fell to the Brewers 3-0. Vazquez went six innings and allowed two runs on four hits while striking out seven. He is now 4-5 on the year.
Our View:
Vazquez was very good tonight, but for the second straight start he did not get a win. His ERA and strikeout totals are impressive, but he needs more help from his team if he is going to maximize his fantasy potential. His is still a good option in all leagues at this point.
May 30, 2009
Javier Vazquez allowed two runs (one earned) on seven hits over 6.1 innings in Saturday's 3-2 loss at Arizona. He racked up eight strikeouts with one walk.
Our View:
Vazquez pitched very well tonight, but was dealt a no-decision due to poor run support from his teammates. The game took 11 innings to decide. He went 2-2 with a 3.76 ERA over six starts in May.
May 20, 2009
Javier Vazquez moved to 4-3 on the year with his win over the Rockies on Wednesday. Vazquez went five innings and allowed one run (none earned) on three hits while walking one and striking out six.
Our View:
Vazquez has good this season, and he keeps piling up the strikeouts. He had six more tonight in his five innings, and his team got him plenty of run support. His ERA isn't dazzling, but he has been pretty good overall. He is a strong pitching option in all leagues.
May 15, 2009
Javier Vazquez was outstanding on Friday against the Diamondbacks, but he did not factor into the decision as the Braves downed Arizona 4-3. Vazquez went seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits while walking two and striking out ten.
Our View:
Vazquez has been striking out hitters at a dazzling rate this season, but he only has three wins on the year. His fantasy value is high right now, and it seems as if he will strike guys out no matter how well or poorly he pitches.
May 9, 2009
Javier Vazquez had a very solid outing against a tough Phillies lineup on Saturday. He allowed just two runs on four hits and earned his third victory of the season. The Braves won 6-2 as Vazquez struck out sevenand did not walk a man.
Our View:
Vazquez hit a rough patch at the end of April that carried over to the first week of May, but he's been very good in his last two starts. Today's outing dropped his ERA to 3.88, and the strikeout machine has now fanned 57 in 45.2 innings. He is a solid fantasy starter.
May 4, 2009
Javier Vazquez struck out eight hitters again on Monday, but once again he struggled as the Braves lost to the Mets 6-4. Vazquez went 6.2 innings and gave up six runs on seven hits while walking three.
Our View:
Vazquez continues to strike hitters out, but much like his last start he was hit around. There is no question that Vazquez is a strikeout machine, but his value is hurt by the fact that he contines to give up runs.
April 29, 2009
Javier Vazquez struck out eight hitters in eight innings, but he gave up five runs on nine hits as the Braves lost to the Cardinals 5-3 on Wednesday.
Our View:
Vazquez took his second loss of the season, but he continues to pile up strike outs. His ability to get to 200 strikeouts most seasons is what makes him a highly regarded fantasy commodity. He already has 42 whiffs through 32 innings in 2009.
April 24, 2009
Javier Vazquez was dominant once again on Friday. He allowed just one earned run over six innings and struck out nine batters in the Braves 4-3 win over the Reds. He is now 2-1 on the season.
Our View:
Vazquez allowed seven hits, but just one walk in Friday's start. His control has been spot on this season and his 34/7, K/BB ratio is what fantasy owners have been drooling over.
April 19, 2009
Javier Vazquez threw six shutout innings as the Braves beat the Pirates 11-1 on Sunday. He struck out eight batters while giving up five hits and a walk.
Our View:
Vazquez has thrown well this season, but he's had some unlucky innings and today was his first win. He currently has a stellar 25 strikeouts through 18 innings with his new team.
April 14, 2009
Javier Vazquez was a strikeout machine on Tuesday night, but couldn't keep the Marlins off the board. He struck out 12 in six innings, but allowed three runs on five hits and a walk and took the loss as the Braves fell 5-1.
Our View:
Despite the loss, this is still a solid fantasy outing from Vazquez. He earned a quality start, and don't underestimate the value of those 12 Ks. Next to his one walk they look even better and can help you in multiple categories.
April 3, 2009
Javier Vazquez pitched four scoreless innings against the Tigers on Friday. He also fanned four batters.
Our View:
Vazquez was extremely effective and efficient in his spring finale. To get through four innings, he needed only 39 pitches, 30 which were strikes.
March 29, 2009
Javier Vazquez was rocked for four earned runs on seven hits over six innings in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Tigers in the Grapefruit League, with no walks and four strikeouts. He surrendered two homers.
Our View:
He was pitching well in spring action prior to today's performance. He averages 210 innings and 197 strikeouts over his last four seasons, and should stay on par in his first campaign in Atlanta.
March 24, 2009
Pitcher Javier Vazquez held the Pirates to five hits and one run over 5.2 innings on Tuesday. He walked one and struck out six. Vazquez threw 91 pitches.
Our View:
Javy was a little inconsistent in this outing, but we can't argue much with the final line. He looks ready to begin the season and help fantasy teams.
March 19, 2009
Javier Vazquez threw 4.2 innings in the Braves 5-2 win over Detroit on Thursday. He allowed four hits, two walks, and one earned run, while striking out six hitters.
Our View:
Vazquez's first start was all the Braves could hope for. Prior to today's outing, he had served as Puerto Rico's ace in the WBC. He threw well in that tournament as well, and he should be primed for another 200 innings and possibly 200 strikeouts again this season.
March 14, 2009
Javier Vazquez once again looked sharp in his WBC start on Saturday. He threw four innings against Team USA, while giving up four hits and a run. He struck out two hitters and walked none.
Our View:
Vazquez is carrying a 0.96 ERA to this point in the tournament, and he looks every bit as consistent as he has been throughout the decade. The move to Atlanta should help his fantasy value as the flyball pitcher was prone to giving up home runs in the White Sox home ballpark.
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