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Jeff Weaver

Pitcher
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R
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  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Aug 22, 1976

  • Debut: April 14, 1999

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December 9, 2009

According to MLBlogs.com, the Dodgers are interested in re-signing free agent pitcher Jeff Weaver.

Our View:

GM Ned Colletti was very specific about Weaver's role if he's brought back. Despite rotational openings, he would be used in the swingman role that he occupied last season. He was effective in that duty and the Dodgers could likely get him on the cheap.

August 21, 2009

Jeff Weaver allowed just two Cubs runs in 5.2 innings on Thursday, helping the Dodgers to a 7-2 win at home.

Our View:

It's truly insane that this sentence is about to be typed, but with a 3.69 ERA in 68.2 innings this season, Weaver is worth a look in NL-only leagues if he stays in the Dodger rotation.

August 18, 2009

MLB.com reports that Jeff Weaver will start for the Dodgers on Thursday.

Our View:

Weaver is taking Hiroki Kuroda's spot in the rotation. He will face off against the Cubs, which is why Joe Torre decided go with the right-hander, who's stuff matches up well against the Cubs' right-heavy lineup. If you need a spot starter, Weaver could be a nice option against the slumping Cubbies.

August 11, 2009

Jeff Weaver will take the injured Chad Billingsley's turn in the rotation on Wednesday, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

In 20 games (five starts) this season, Weaver has posted a solid 3.90 ERA, but a shaky 1.45 WHIP. Facing the Giants' weak lineup in a day game after a night game, however, makes him an acceptable spot-starting option.

August 9, 2009

Jeff Weaver could be inserted into the Dodgers' starting rotation, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Weaver has pitched admirably in relief for the first place Dodgers this season, putting up a 4.11 ERA in 57 innings, but it wouldn't be a good sign if the team was forced to start him. Jason Schmidt and Chad Billingsley are both hurt, but the team would probably be better served by trading for somebody off waivers.

July 11, 2009

Jeff Weaver allowed four runs (two earned) on six hits over a mere 3.1 innings in Saturday's 6-3 loss at Milwaukee. He had three walks and three strikeouts.

Our View:

Weaver is not a good fantasy option while pitching in the Dodgers' rotation. He has not lasted longer than five innings in any of his starts this season.

June 20, 2009

Jeff Weaver won the battle of the brothers on Saturday as the Dodgers beat the Angels 6-4. Weaver went five innings and allowed two runs on six hits while striking out four. He is now 4-1 on the year.

Our View:

Weaver has been a bit of a surprise for the Dodgers this season, but he is pitching well enough to remain in the rotation right now. It remains to be seen what the Dodgers plan to do with him, but it would be wise to stay away until you know he has a spot as a starter.

June 18, 2009

The OC Register is reporting that Dodgers' starter Jeff Weaver will get the nod against his younger brother Jared on Saturday as the Dodgers face the Angels in an interleague matchup. Weaver is starting in place of Eric Stults, who is not yet ready for a return to the rotation.

Our View:

This is the first time since 2002 that brothers have opposed each other on the mound, but expect the younger bro to win out in this one. Jared has been near dominating this season, and Jeff is only a part-time member of the Dodgers' rotation. Jared owners should be looking forward to this start for more than the novelty.

May 19, 2009

According to the Los Angeles Daily News, Jeff Weaver will get the start on Wednesday with Eric Stults getting skipped due to a thumb injury.

Our View:

Weaver hasn't been bad this season, but he doesn't start consistently enough to hold any real fantasy value. Stults will move back into the rotation once his thumb is 100 percent.

May 6, 2009

Jeff Weaver was sharp on Tuesday and was rewarded with his first win of the season. He threw five efficient innings, allowing just one run on five hits and a walk and struck out six as the Dodgers topped the D-Backs 3-1.

Our View:

Weaver could be a weapon for the Dodgers this season if he can remain consistent. What is most impressive is his two walks in nine innings this season. Walks lead to trouble and by keeping them down, Weaver has stayed out of it. He may have earned himself another start.

May 1, 2009

Jeff Weaver made his 2009 Dodger debut a memorable one. He was brought in during the second frame for a struggling James McDonald and went on to throw four scoreless innings during L.A.'s 8-5 win over the Padres on Thursday. He struck out four while allowing four hits and one walk.

Our View:

The Dodgers had been using Weaver as a reliever in Triple-A and they would probably prefer to keep him in this role. However, given the struggles of McDonald, he may get bumped into the rotation.

April 30, 2009

The L.A. Times reports that pitcher Jeff Weaver was promoted to the Dodgers on Thursday. He is expected to be used initially as a middle reliever. Blake DeWitt was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

Our View:

Weaver showed well in five appearances at Triple-A and the Dodgers needed some help in their bullpen. As a middle reliever, Weaver has no fantasy value.

April 5, 2009

Jeff Weaver failed to make the Dodgers' final roster and was sent down to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, according to the San Bernardino Sun.

Our View:

"(Weaver's) going to go back to Albuquerque and extend a little bit to become a long man or spot starter," manager Joe Torre said. "He was very disappointed. His spring was worthy of making this club." While Torre's words were put nicely, Weaver in fact did not look too great in spring. While he did have 10 strikeouts compared to just three walks, his 15 hits and 7.20 ERA through 10 innings were too high too merit the No. 5 spot in the Dodgers' rotation, and James McDonald ended up winning out for the job. It does not look like Weaver will have any fantasy value this season and, at 34 years of age, likely will never again be relevant in fantasy circles.

March 30, 2009

Jeff Weaver has been scratched from today's game with the Dodgers, according to MLB.com. He was sent to pitch in a minor league game instead.

Our View:

Weaver made the Dodgers as a long-reliever, and skipper Joe Torre wants to stretch out his innings in case the club might eventually need him to start. James McDonald is believed to have won the fifth start in the rotation, but Torre did not announce it as of yet.

March 16, 2009

Jeff Weaver failed to get an out while allowing two hits, a walk, and four earned runs in Monday's 10-8 loss to the A's.

Our View:

Weaver's previous four outings went much better. Entering the game he had allowed only one run in five innings. However, things got ugly today, and he is probably on the outside looking in, regarding the opening day roster.

February 9, 2009

The Dodgers have signed Jeff Weaver to a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training, according to MLB.com. He is expected to compete for a job in the bullpen.

Our View:

Weaver went 27-24 for the Dodgers in 2004-05, but he has not been very effective since then. He never made it to the majors last season with Cleveland. He may be more effective as a reliever, but he does not hold any fantasy value.

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