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Jeff Francis

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Contract: Signed through 2010; club option for 2011

  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Jan 8, 1981

  • Debut: August 25, 2004

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July 25, 2010

Jeff Francis gave up two runs off six hits and a walk with six strikeouts over five innings against the Phillies on Sunday.

Our View:

Francis was stuck with a no decision. He's pitched well his past two starts and seems to be pretty safe as a member of the Rockies' starting rotation.

July 20, 2010

Jeff Francis threw seven shutout innings against Florida on Monday, giving up just three hits and fanning seven.

Our View:

Francis's spot in the rotation was apparently in danger heading into today's start, and he responded about as well as he could have. The seven Ks were a season high and matched his total from his previous four games. He could have saved his spot with the impressive performance.

July 20, 2010

Troy Renck of the Denver Post confirms that Jeff Francis' spot in the Rockies rotation is in danger. He will face the Brewers on Tuesday evening.

Our View:

Simply put, Francis has not pitched nearly as well as Jhoulys Chacin this season, who is currently toiling in the Rockies bullpen. With a spot in the playoffs on the line, Colorado can't afford to keep running someone out there based solely on past accomplishments. Stay tuned.

July 6, 2010

Jeff Francis allowed six hits and five runs in just four innings of work on Tuesday night, taking a no decision in Colorado's 12-9 win over the Cardinals. He struck out one and walked two.

Our View:

He's now allowed 13 runs in his past seven innings of work. Whatever little mixed league value he once had has now completely evaporated.

June 30, 2010

Jeff Francis got blown up by the Padres on Wednesday afternoon, allowing eight hits and seven runs in just three innings of work. He struck out none and walked three in Colorado's 13-3 loss.

Our View:

He is now 2-3 with a 4.67 ERA since coming off of the disabled list on May 16. His value in mixed leagues is tenuous at best.

June 26, 2010

Jeff Francis picked up a quality start on Friday, holding the Angels to three runs over 6.1 innings, but didn't factor in the decision.

Our View:

Francis dished out seven hits and a walk while fanning three, but he still holds a very respectable 3.53 ERA in eight starts this year. He now owns a quality outing in his last four consecutive appearances.

June 19, 2010

Jeff Francis allowed eight hits and four runs (three earned) in 6.1 innings of work on Saturday evening, taking a no decision in Colorado's 8-7 win over the Brewers. He struck out five and walked none.

Our View:

He now owns a 3.43 ERA and 1.19 WHIP through seven starts and 44.2 innings pitched this season. He's looking like a safe long-term investment in most mixed leagues.

June 13, 2010

Jeff Francis held the Blue Jays to five hits and three runs (two earned) in seven innings of work on Sunday afternoon, improving to 2-2 on the season in Colorado's 10-3 victory. He struck out four and walked two.

Our View:

Through 38.1 innings pitched this season, he now owns a 3.29 ERA and 1.17 WHIP.

June 8, 2010

Jeff Francis held the Astros to just two runs over seven innings on Tuesday, but his bullpen couldn't hold the lead and the Rockies fell 4-3.

Our View:

Francis didn't walk a man, but only fanned one in the game while allowing seven hits. Not a bad performance, and his ERA is down to 3.45, but his peripherals aren't really strong enough for use in mixed leagues. He does have three quality starts in his five outings this season though.

June 2, 2010

Jeff Francis was mediocre against the Giants on Wednesday evening, allowing eight hits and four runs in 5.2 innings of work, falling to 1-2 on the season in Colorado's 4-1 loss.

Our View:

It was his second straight iffy start after he looked great in his first two outings after coming off of the disabled list last month. He'll get the Astros next week.

May 28, 2010

Jeff Francis absorbed his first loss of the season on Friday after allowing five runs to the Dodgers over just 5.1 innings.

Our View:

Francis was cruising until the fifth inning when he served up a homer to Matt Kemp. The next inning featured another blast by Manny Ramirez and four more runs on the board. Quite a turnaround from his first start of the season that saw him toss 6.1 shutout innings. The real Jeff Francis likely lies somewhere in between.

May 22, 2010

Jeff Francis continued a nice start to the season with 6.1 shutout innings against the Royals on Saturday. He scattered five hits and two walks while striking out three batters and picking up his first win since 2008.

Our View:

The southpaw has looked very good over his first two starts in 2010. He has been an effective fantasy option in the past and looks as if he could be on his way to a valuable season once again. In NL-Only leagues or deep mixed leagues, Francis has accomplished enough to warrant a pickup.

May 16, 2010

Jeff Francis was splendid in his first start of the season on Sunday, limiting the Nationals to seven hits and one run in seven innings of work. He struck out six and walked two as Colorado won 2-1.

Our View:

About as good as Colorado could have hoped for, as the start was his first since September 12, 2008. He's worth an immediate flier in all but the shallowest of mixed leagues.

May 16, 2010

As expected, the Rockies have activated Jeff Francis (shoulder) from the DL on Sunday, according to AOL Fanhouse.

Our View:

He'll start against the Nationals today, bumping Greg Smith out of the starting rotation. While we wouldn't feel comfortable with Francis in our lineup just yet, he's certainly worth monitoring in most formats and should be added in NL-only or deeper-mixed leagues.

May 14, 2010

Jeff Francis (shoulder) will make his first major league start since September 2008 on Sunday against the Nationals, according to Inside the Rockies.

Our View:

Obviously, Francis is an unknown quantity at this point. He is worth an add in all NL-only leagues, but hold off for the time being in mixed formats.

May 11, 2010

According to Troy Renck on Twitter, Jeff Francis (shoulder) shined in his Double-A rehab outing on Tuesday, tossing seven scoreless innings.

Our View:

Francis got his fastball up to 89 mph and averaged 86 on the day. He tossed 86 total pitches (56 for strikes) and fanned two without allowing a walk. He's scheduled to be reevaluated back in Denver and looks to be very close to returning to the rotation. Tuesday's outing may have been his last rehab start.

May 7, 2010

Jeff Francis (shoulder) allowed two runs off five hits and two walks while striking out three over 4.2 innings in a rehab outing at Double-A Tulsa on Thursday.

Our View:

He'll make another start next Tuesday. It looks like he could be back with the Rockies shortly after that. NL-only owners should monitor him closely.

May 4, 2010

According to Fox Sports' Tracy Ringolsby, Jeff Francis (strained left shoulder) is ready to go out on a rehab assignment.

Our View:

He threw a four-inning simulated game without incident last Saturday. Now he just needs to prove he's healthy in a live-game situation. With Colorado's rotation currently in injury tatters, he can be expected to rejoin it as soon as he possibly can.

April 30, 2010

According to the Denver Post, Jeff Francis (left shoulder strain) will throw a four-inning simulated game on Saturday.

Our View:

Francis is expected to throw 20, 20, 15 and 15 pitches respectively and if all goes well he will head to a minor league rehab assignment. It will still be a while before he rejoins the big club, but his progress has been positive thus far.

April 22, 2010

Jeff Francis (left shoulder strain) reported no problems following a 35-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Francis has been healing nicely. It sounds like he could be back in a few weeks, and NL-only owners should take notice.

April 16, 2010

Jeff Francis (shoulder) long-tossed up to 100 feet Friday, according to Troy Renck's (Denver Post) twitter page.

Our View:

Francis will throw from a slope Sunday or Monday. He will be out of service until at least early-May, and has enough upside to keep stashed in NL-only leagues.

April 13, 2010

Injured starter Jeff Francis (shoulder, armpit) played light catch on Monday, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Francis tossed the ball 25 times, but there is still no timetable for his return. The Rockies have really slowed things down with him since the "pain in the armpit" setback, so don't expect to see him any time soon.

April 10, 2010

Jeff Francis (shoulder, armpit) is slated to play catch Tuesday, according to Inside The Rockies.

Our View:

Francis could return to Colorado by the end of April, barring a setback. Greg Smith is currently filling his spot in the rotation.

April 6, 2010

According to Troy Renck on Twitter, Jeff Francis (arm soreness) played catch pain free on Tuesday.

Our View:

This is good news for Francis, who felt very good after 25 tosses. He's scheduled to play catch again tomorrow and will likely get a rehab start next week. He only missed four days with the injury before starting to get back on track, so this situation looks to correct itself sooner rather than later. Greg Smith will continue to stick in the rotation until Francis returns.

April 5, 2010

Jeff Francis (arm soreness) is scheduled to play catch on Tuesday, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

Francis claims that the soreness is not related to his surgically repaired shoulder. He could be back shortly when he's eligible to come off the DL.

April 3, 2010

Updating a previous report, pitcher Jeff Francis has officially been placed on the 15-day disabled list. Greg Smith will take his spot in the rotation. Francis was unable to play catch a day after throwing five shutout innings against the Cubs due to soreness under his right armpit.

Our View:

Francis did not play all of last season and was just 4-10 with a 5.01 ERA in 2008. He has endured an inconsistent spring, but this recent injury negates any fantasy value he had been building. Consider other options.

April 3, 2010

InsideTheRockies.com reports that Jeff Francis was unable to play catch a day after throwing five shutout innings against the Cubs due to soreness under his right armpit.

Our View:

This could mean Francis is on the verge of missing his first start of the season, which is certainly not a good sign. He has not had a consistent spring and boasts a 5.64 ERA. He is only worth consideration as a flyer in NL-Only leagues. He did not pitch in 2009 and was 4-10 with a 5.01 ERA in 2008.

April 1, 2010

Jeff Francis scattered three hits and three walks over five scoreless innings on Thursday and struck out three Cubs.

Our View:

Francis lowered his spring ERA to 5.64 with the outing, and maybe he's finally back into major league shape. He'll hold down a spot in the improved Rockies' rotation, but his fantasy value is limited to deep NL-only leagues.

March 26, 2010

Jeff Francis was tagged for four earned runs on four hits over 4.1 innings in today's Cactus League match-up versus Cleveland. He had two walks and two strikeouts.

Our View:

Francis did not fare much better after giving up six runs (four earned) in his previous outing versus the Angels. Francis, who is coming off shoulder surgery, remains an injury-risk flier for 2010.

March 20, 2010

Jeff Francis was tagged for six runs (four earned) on six hits over four innings in Saturday's 11-10 win over the Angels in the Cactus League. He had two walks and five strikeouts.

Our View:

Francis, who is coming off shoulder surgery, lost ground after allowing two earned runs over four innings in his previous outing versus the Cubs. The former 17-game winner is still worth consideration as an injury-risk flier in fantasy drafts.

March 15, 2010

Jeff Francis allowed two earned runs on four hits over four innings in Monday's 5-2 win over the Cubs in the Cactus League. He had no walks and two strikeouts.

Our View:

Francis gave up some runs, but at least he didn't issue any walks. He is coming off shoulder surgery, and the former 17-game winner continues to rank as an injury-risk flier for 2010.

March 5, 2010

Jeff Francis was tagged for four earned runs over two innings in Friday's 7-4 loss to the Giants. He had two walks and no strikeouts.

Our View:

Francis missed the 2009 campaign due to shoulder surgery, and his dismal performance today was understandable. He still has plenty of time to regain his form prior to opening day.

March 1, 2010

Jeff Francis (shoulder) is scheduled to will start a split-squad game against the Giants on Friday, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

The start, in which Francis is expected to toss two innings, will be his first real test since undergoing shoulder surgery last year. As long as Francis looks alright and is able to get through camp without any setbacks, he's expected to secure a role in Colorado's starting rotation.

February 26, 2010

Jeff Francis, who is recovering from shoulder surgery, threw live batting practice to Troy Tulowitzki, Clint Barmes and Dexter Fowler on Friday, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

Francis threw 39 pitches in 10 minutes. Reports were that his curveball was still a work in progress, but the hitters complimented his fastball and changeup. The lefty is scheduled to throw again on Sunday.

February 13, 2010

Jeff Francis is ready to participate in spring training with no limitations, according to The Sporting News.

Our View:

This is encouraging, as the lefty hurler missed the entire 2009 campaign due to shoulder surgery he underwent a year ago. Francis was a solid starting pitcher when healthy, and will be worth a look as a late-round fantasy flier heading into the new season.

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