Ted Lilly
Contract: Signed through 2010
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 190 lbs
- Born: Jan 4, 1976
- Debut: May 14, 1999
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Newsbreakers
November 4, 2009
Ted Lilly underwent shoulder surgery Tuesday, according to the Chicago Sun-Times' Chris De Luca. The team hopes he will be ready sometime "within the month of April".
Our View:
Lilly had shoulder soreness late in the year, so this isn't terribly surprising, though there hadn't been any whispers that surgery might be needed. De Luca says you can count the lefty out for opening day and maybe the entire month. He also notes the team's previous bogus early forecasts for Mark Prior and Kerry Wood after they went under the knife. You would be wise to knock Lilly down on your 2010 cheat sheet.
September 30, 2009
Ted Lilly was hit with his ninth loss of the season on Wednesday as the Cubs fell to the Pirates 4-0. Lilly went seven innings and allowed four runs on five hits while walking two and striking out eight.
Our View:
Lilly didn't get any offense to help his cause today, and he was excellent after allowing all four runs in the first inning. Lilly is 12-9 on the season, and he will have to consider the second half a major disappointment after making the All Star game.
September 21, 2009
Ted Lilly has been scratched from his scheduled start Wednesday due to soreness in his shoulder, according to Carrie Muskat's twitter page.
Our View:
Jeff Samardzija will take the hill in his place Wednesday. The Cubs did not speculate when Lilly may make his next start.
September 18, 2009
Ted Lilly only allowed two earned runs on five hits over 7.2 innings in Friday's 3-2 loss at St. Louis. He had no walks and fired six strikeouts.
Our View:
Lilly was in command tonight, but was forced to take a no-decision as the Cubs could not generate much offense. He earned a win in each of his previous three starts heading into tonight, and allowed two or less earned runs in each of his last seven.
September 13, 2009
Ted Lilly shut out the Reds for six innings on Sunday. He allowed just six hits and a pair of walks while striking out seven in the 5-2 winner.
Our View:
Lilly is now 12-8 on the season and sports a shiny 3.05 ERA. Aside from a DL stint that cost him a month, he's been Chicago's best pitcher this season. He now has six straight quality starts since coming off the DL.
September 7, 2009
Ted Lilly picked up his 11th win of the season on Monday as the Cubs beat the Pirates 4-2. Lilly went six innings and allowed two runs on two hits while walking three and striking out seven.
Our View:
Lilly was masterful today, and he showed why he was the only Cubs' representative in the All-Star game. His ERA is at 3.17 on the year, and even with his team struggling he manages to put together a great start and get a win.
September 2, 2009
Ted Lilly dominated the Astros on Wednesday afternoon, tossing eight scoreless frames, as the Cubs won 2-0 at home.
Our View:
Lilly is now 1-1 with a 1.23 ERA in four starts since coming off of the disabled list.
August 28, 2009
Ted Lilly pitched 7.1 strong innings of two-run ball on Friday, but took a no-decision, as the Cubs beat the Mets 5-2 at home.
Our View:
Lilly allowed just four runs in 19.1 innings since being activated of the disabled list, and has shown no lingering effects from the shoulder inflammation that sidelined him nearly a month.
August 22, 2009
Ted Lilly pitched very well again on Saturday, but all he got to show for it was a loss as the Cubs fell to the Dodgers 2-0. Lilly went six innings and allowed two runs on three hits while striking out five.
Our View:
Lilly allowed two solo home runs, one to Matt Kemp in the second and one to Casey Blake in the fourth, but he only allowed two other baserunners over his six innings. He has been very good since coming off the DL, but he is 0-1 in those two games and his team has lost both. His fantasy value is still solid as long as he continues to keep pitching like this.
August 18, 2009
Ted Lilly only surrendered four hits over six scoreless innings in Monday's 4-1 loss at San Diego. He had one walk and four strikeouts.
Our View:
The game was tied at zero when Lilly exited, and Kevin Gregg was handed the loss as he gave up a three-run walk-off homer to Kyle Blanks in the bottom of the ninth. Lilly fared well in his first start off the DL, and should be safe to employ in fantasy lineups for his next turn in Chicago's rotation.
August 17, 2009
As expected, Ted Lilly has been activated from the 15-day DL following his recovery from left shoulder inflammation, according to the Sports Network. Pitcher Justin Berg was optioned to Triple-A Iowa to make room on the roster.
Our View:
Lilly is slated to return to the Cubs' rotation for tonight's game at San Diego (49-70). He is 9-7 with a 3.59 ERA, and should be fine to return to fantasy lineups, namely with a favorable match-up.
August 17, 2009
Ted Lilly (shoulder) is slated to be activated from the disabled list in San Diego today and to make his first start since July 20, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
He is expected to throw between 85 and 90 pitches. Get him into your lineup, though, as he is likely to start again this weekend.
August 13, 2009
Updating a previous report, Cubs' All-Star Ted Lilly has announced that he is ready to return to the rotation on Monday, according to MLB.com. Lilly has made two successful rehab starts since going on the DL with shoulder inflammation.
Our View:
The Cubs need Lilly back bad, and that has probably helped the decision to get him in there on Monday. The Cubs are reeling right now, and getting their only All-Star representative back will surely provide a nice boost. Fantasy owners need to get him active for the Monday start.
August 12, 2009
Ted Lilly (shoulder inflammation) pitched five innings of shutout ball in a rehab start for Single-A Peoria on Wednesday night, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
As long as he feels fine the next few days, Lilly will be activated from the disabled list and start against the Padres. He last pitched on July 20.
August 11, 2009
According to the Des Moines Register, injured Cubs' starter Ted Lilly will begin a rehab assignment in Single-A Peoria on Wednesday. Lilly has been on the DL since July 26 with left shoulder inflammation.
Our View:
Lilly has been progressing quicker than expected, and he could return to the rotation as soon as this weekend or early next week. Fantasy owners should get the All-Star back in the lineup when he returns.
August 6, 2009
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Ted Lilly threw a bullpen session on Wednesday for the first time since landing on the DL and Manager Lou Piniella said he is "way ahead of schedule".
Our View:
Lilly will still likely return as planned for the August 17-19 series in San Diego, but it's good to know that his newly scoped knee is recovering so quickly. He is also dealing with a sore shoulder and will have another bullpen session Friday to test it. If that goes well, he'd have one light session and then head to a rehab assignment.
August 5, 2009
Ted Lilly threw a side session on Wednesday, and is reportedly ahead of schedule in his return from knee and shoulder issues, according to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
This is great news for the Cubs, who remain locked in a dogfight with the Cardinals for the NL Central. If Lilly pitches near the level he did before getting hurt, he could potentially prove to be the difference between the two teams.
July 27, 2009
Ted Lilly's arthroscopic surgery on his knee has been deemed successful, according to MLB.com. Lilly had a debridement procedure (on his meniscus), which is the removal of dead, damaged or infected tissue.
Our View:
Lilly is expected to return to Chicago at some point in mid-August. The Cubs' lone All-Star shall remain patiently stashed on fantasy rosters.
July 25, 2009
The Chicago Tribune is reporting that the Cubs have placed starter Ted Lilly on the 15-day DL with shoulder inflammation. The team will recall pitcher Justin Berg from Triple-A Iowa to join the bullpen.
Our View:
Lilly said this injury is similar to the one that caused him to miss four or five starts in 2005, so it looks like that could be a reasonable timetable for this injury. He won't pick up a ball for two weeks, so it looks like he will miss at least three-to-four weeks. Lilly will also have arthroscopic knee surgery during his time off.
July 24, 2009
Updating a previous report, Cubs hurler Ted Lilly is now expected to land on the disabled list in the "next day or two" with shoulder soreness, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Not good news for the Cubs, who are finally starting to play good baseball again after a two-month swoon. The imminent return of Ryan Dempster should help offset this, but it's never good news when a team loses its only All-Star. Kevin Hart is taking his start tomorrow, and will likely hold onto Lilly's rotation spot until he returns.
July 24, 2009
Ted Lilly has been scratched from his scheduled start on Saturday with a sore shoulder, according to ESPNChicago.com. Kevin Hart will start in his place.
Our View:
This one wasn't hard to see coming. Lilly had his most recent pushed back a few days with knee inflammation, then promptly got bombed, pitching his worst game of the season against the Phillies on Monday. The injuries are probably feeding into each other, and the disabled list is a distinct possibility.
July 20, 2009
Ted Lilly was lit up for nine runs (seven earned) on eight hits over four innings in Monday's 10-1 loss at Philadelphia. He had two walks and six strikeouts, and was tagged for two homers.
Our View:
Lilly had a nightmarish outing, but still leads the Cubs with nine wins and 107 strikeouts. He was coming off a two-game winning streak, and should bounce back fine.
July 18, 2009
Ted Lilly will miss his scheduled start on Saturday with left knee inflammation, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Lilly isn't expected to miss much time, however, and is tentatively set to go on Monday. Randy Wells will start in his place today, while Kevin Hart is being recalled from Triple-A Iowa to start Sunday.
July 17, 2009
According to the Chicago Tribune, Cubs' starter Ted Lilly is in danger of being scratched from Saturday's start due to soreness in his left knee. The Cubs will make a decision on his status before the game, and Randy Wells will take his spot if he can't go.
Our View:
Lilly has been dealing with this soreness for awhile, but apparently it is getting bad enough that he may miss a start. We will keep you updated on his status for tomorrow, but be prepared for him to miss the start.
July 11, 2009
Ted Lilly was in control from the hill in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Cardinals at Wrigley Field, as he only allowed one earned run on four hits over eight innings. He had one walk and four strikeouts.
Our View:
Lilly earned his 100th career win, and his team-leading ninth of 2009. He also leads Chicago with a 3.13 ERA, and has allowed two or less earned runs in each of his last three starts.
July 6, 2009
Ted Lilly was the only Chicago Cub selected to the National League All-Star team on Sunday.
Our View:
The Cubs sent eight players in 2008, of which Lilly was not one. This is Lilly's second All-Star selection. He has been one of the Cubs lone bright spots in '09, posting a 3.32 ERA and 1.14 WHIP through 111 innings, while going 8-6 in 17 starts.
July 5, 2009
Ted Lilly only surrendered two earned runs on nine hits over 6.1 innings in Sunday's 8-2 win over the Brewers at Wrigley Field. He had no walks and racked up nine strikeouts.
Our View:
Lilly enjoyed a strong outing, and leads the Cubs with eight wins, a 3.32 ERA, 97 strikeouts and 111 innings pitched. He is one win away from 100 for his career.
June 30, 2009
Ted Lilly gave up three runs (two earned) on eight hits over seven innings in Tuesday's 3-0 loss at Pittsburgh. He had two walks with seven strikeouts.
Our View:
Lilly did not pitch bad, and took a loss due to no run support from his teammates. He has now gone four straight starts without a win, and was a dealt a loss in each of his last two.
June 25, 2009
Ted Lilly fell to 7-5 on Thursday as he was hit with the loss against the Tigers. Lilly went six innings and allowed six runs on ten hits while walking one and striking out six as the Cubs lost 6-5.
Our View:
Not one of Lilly's best performances, but overall this season he has been pretty good. His ERA is at 3.41, which isn't bad, but he just didn't have his good stuff today. He is still a solid play going forward in all leagues, so don't let this start bother you.
June 20, 2009
Ted Lilly did not factor into the decision on Saturday as the Cubs downed the Indians in 13 innings. Lilly went six innings and allowed three runs on six hits while striking out six in the Cubs' 6-5 win.
Our View:
Lilly has been consistent all season, and he continued again today. He always seems to give the Cubs a chance to win, and he is a solid and safe play in all leagues, and he should be all season.
June 14, 2009
Ted Lilly threw well on Sunday but did not get a decision in the Cubs' 3-2 win over the Twins. Lilly went 7.2 innings and allowed two runs on nine hits while striking out six.
Our View:
Lilly kept the Cubs in the game, and the offense came through in the ninth to give Chicago the win. Lilly has been very good this season, and his ERA is now at 2.94. He is a strong play in all leagues, and should remain so all season.
June 10, 2009
Ted Lilly was in control on the hill in Tuesday's 7-1 win at Houston, as he only gave up three hits over 6.2 scoreless innings. He had two walks and four strikeouts.
Our View:
Lilly claimed his seventh win of the season, and is 2-0 over his last three starts - and has only allowed two earned runs over that span. He is pitching like an ace for Chicago, and should remain active in all fantasy leagues.
June 3, 2009
Ted Lilly was strong through seven innings in Wednesday's 3-2 win in 11 innings over the Braves. He allowed six hits, one walk and one earned run while striking out seven.
Our View:
Lilly's last two starts have been nearly identical - seven base runners, one earned run, and seven innings. His ERA is back down to an impressive 3.28 and his WHIP stands at just 1.08.
May 29, 2009
Ted Lilly picked up his sixth win of the season on Friday with a seven-inning, four-hit, one run performance against the Dodgers. He walked three and struck out five in the Cubs' 2-1 win.
Our View:
Lilly has been the Cubs' most consistent starter this season. With injuries to Harden and Zambrano and Dempster's ineffectiveness, Lilly has kept the Cubs in it. Eight of his 11 outings this season have resulted in quality starts.
May 25, 2009
The Chicago Tribune reports that Ted Lilly was ejected from Monday night's Cubs-Pirates game during the fifth inning for arguing calls from the dugout. He now faces a fine and a possible suspension.
Our View:
It's been a very frustrating week of baseball for the Cubs, who have lost seven straight. Lilly has lost each of his last two decisions. Hopefully he will not be handed a suspension.
May 24, 2009
Ted Lilly was ripped apart by a light-hitting Padres' offense on Sunday. He allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks over 6.1 innings and took the loss as the Cubs fell to the Padres 7-2.
Our View:
The loss dropped Lilly to 5-4 on the season, but he's still had a strong fantasy campaign. This was the first time in May that he failed to record a quality start. He's lost his last two decisions, but his ERA is still a respectable 3.77 on the season.
May 19, 2009
Ted Lilly has a solid start, but his offense never showed up. Lilly allowed three runs on four hits and three walks over seven innings, but the Cubs couldn't solve Joel Pineiro. Lilly was tagged with the loss as the Cubs fell 3-0.
Our View:
Lilly has been solid this season. Even after Tuesday's loss his record is 5-3 and his ERA sits at 3.35. Looks like he was worth every penny of the deal than many though Chicago overpaid on. He's a solid fantasy starter in all formats.
May 7, 2009
Ted Lilly was good again on Thursday, going six innings and allowing two runs on four hits while walking three and striking out five. The Cubs won the game 8-5, giving Lilly his fourth win of the season.
Our View:
Lilly wasn't as good tonight as he was in his last start, but he was still very good. He has been shaky on the road, so tonight was a good sign from him. He is a strong play in all leagues, especially with that lineup hitting for him.
May 2, 2009
Ted Lilly struck out 10 batters over eight strong innings on Saturday. He improved to 3-2 by holding the Marlins to five hits and one run. Lilly also helped himself by knocking a two-run double.
Our View:
Lilly has given up only two runs over 21.2 innings at home this season. In two road starts, he has allowed 10 runs over 10.0 innings. He is good enough to use no matter what the venue, but if you are juggling him in your lineup, the splits are very obvious.
April 22, 2009
Ted Lilly took a hard luck loss in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat at the hands of the Reds. He allowed just one unearned run over seven innings of work. However, he did commit two errors which helped lead to the run.
Our View:
Lilly threw very well for the second straight game, but he has no one to blame but himself for the run that crossed the plate. Lilly only struck out two tonight, against 11 in his first 11.2 innings of work.
April 13, 2009
Ted Lilly had a monster outing Monday in the Cubs' 4-0 win over the Rockies. He went 6.2 innings, allowing only one hit and no runs while striking out eight.
Our View:
Lilly took a no-hitter into the seventh, but a Garrett Atkins single ended his bid. Lilly had a rough outing in his first start, but looked much more like the Ted Lilly of 2008 in Monday's game.
April 3, 2009
Ted Lilly was lit up by the Yankees on Friday. He surrendered seven runs on eight hits in four innings and got scorched for three home runs.
Our View:
The long ball was a major issue for Lilly in 2008, as he gave up 32, or nearly one for every start. On Friday, he threw 82 pitches, 52 of which found the strike zone.
April 2, 2009
Ted Lilly is expected to pitch in an exhibition game Friday, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Lilly has missed time with the Cubs while representing Team USA in the WBC, but the club expects him to be ready to take the hill April 8 against the Astros. Lilly nailed down 17 wins in 2008, with 184 strikeouts over 204.2 innings.
March 4, 2009
Ted Lilly had a strong performance for Team USA against the Blue Jays Wednesday. He threw four innings of one-run ball and struck out two without walking a batter.
Our View:
Lilly projects to be at the bottom of the Cubs rotation, but could be counted on even more when Rich Harden inevitably misses time due to injury. He had a fine season last year with 17 wins.
February 27, 2009
The AP reports that Ted Lilly was efficient and effective in his two innings against the Rangers on Friday. He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck out two batters as he continued his tune up for the World Baseball Classic.
Our View:
We'll get a good look at Lilly in the WBC, although it's not certain what his role will be. If he comes out of the bullpen, there could be some negative effects to how he adjusts.
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