Joe Blanton
Contract: Signed through 2008
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 225 lbs
- Born: Dec 11, 1980
- Debut: September 21, 2004
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Newsbreakers
December 7, 2009
The Phillies have made starting pitcher Joe Blanton available this offseason, according to Jayson Stark of ESPN.
Our View:
Blanton pitched very well for Philadelphia last season, particularly after the All-Star break when he went 6-4 with a 3.62 ERA in 14 starts, but the team wants to free up some money to pursue bullpen help. In 1026.2 career innings, he has a solid 4.21 ERA.
October 30, 2009
Joe Blanton has been slated to pitch Game 4 of the World Series for Philadelphia, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Skipper Charlie Manuel does not want to use ace Cliff Lee on only three days of rest. Lee will take the hill in Game 5. Blanton has World Series experience, as he pitched for the club in 2008.
October 19, 2009
Joe Blanton pitched six strong innings for the Phillies on Monday as his team came from behind to beat the Dodgers 5-4. Blanton allowed three runs on six hits while walking two and striking out two.
Our View:
Blanton wasn't great tonight, but he was good and he kept his team in the game through six innings. He didn't factor into the decision, but it looks like manager Charlie Manuel made the right move by starting him tonight.
October 17, 2009
MLB.com reports that right-hander Joe Blanton will take the mound in Game 4 of the NLCS.
Our View:
Blanton getting the call means that rookie standout J.A. Happ will remain in the bullpen. The Phils think they can ride Blanton's sinking fastball to a win, but the Dodgers have some potent lefty hitters that punnish right-handed pitching. Stay tuned.
October 11, 2009
Manager Charlie Manuel hinted that Joe Blanton could possibly be used in a save situation, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. "We want somebody when we get into the seventh inning, we want to be able to go through the seventh, eighth, ninth inning with Blanton, Madson, Lidge. Might not be in that order.."
Our View:
Blanton was the Phillies No. 3 starter for most of the season, but J.A. Happ's emergence has gotten Manuel's confidence. We would be surprised to see him in a one-run save situation, but it remains a possibility.
October 2, 2009
Joe Blanton was hammered for five earned runs on nine hits over six innings in Friday's 7-2 loss to the Marlins at Citizens Bank Park. He had two walks with three strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton had his three-game winning streak snapped, and his ERA climbed to 4.05.
September 27, 2009
Joe Blanton got beat up by the Brewers on Sunday, allowing five runs on seven hits and four walks over 5.2 innings. He surrendered two home runs, but got the win as the Phillies won 6-5.
Our View:
Blanton improved to 12-7, but had his second poor outing in his last four starts. He was coming off a run of 13 scoreless innings, but fizzled against a tough Brewers lineup.
September 22, 2009
Joe Blanton was masterful against the Marlins on Tuesday. He tossed seven shutout innings and allowed just two hits and two walks while striking out nine.
Our View:
Blanton improved to 11-7 with the 9-3 win on Tuesday and has now rattled off 13 quality starts in his last 14 outings. He's been one of the better second half pitchers in the NL and has somehow flown under the radar.
September 16, 2009
Joe Blanton pitched six scoreless innings to earn his tenth win of the season on Wednesday night, as the Phillies beat the Nationals 6-1 at home.
Our View:
Blanton allowed eight runs in a start against the Nats last Thursday, so it was good to see him pitch effectively. For the second straight season, expect him to be making important starts for the Phillies this October.
September 10, 2009
Joe Blanton got slaughtered by the Nationals on Tuesday. He lasted just 4.2 innings, allowing eight runs on seven hits and four walks as the slumping Phillies fell 8-7.
Our View:
Blanton's awful Thursday performance snapped an impressive string of 11 quality starts. When the streak started he had an ERA of 5.08. That fell all the way to 3.80, but jumped back up to 4.11 thanks to the Nats bats.
September 5, 2009
Joe Blanton gave up three earned runs on six hits over six innings in Saturday's 5-4 loss at Houston. He had one walk with five strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton had a decent outing, and was handed a no-decison as the Phillies took a 4-3 lead in the top of the eighth. He only gave up more than three earned runs one time this season, when was allowed four against Toronto back on June 18.
August 30, 2009
Joe Blanton was filthy on Sunday against the Braves. His only blemish was a solo home run he allowed to Martin Prado in the first inning of the Phillies eventual 3-2 win.
Our View:
Blanton allowed just three hits in his seven innings and improved to 9-6 on the season. He fanned seven Braves, but was a bit sloppy on the corners as he walked four. Still, a fine start from sudden fantasy darling. His ERA is down to 3.77 on the season now.
August 25, 2009
Joe Blanton did not factor into the decision as the Phillies fell to the Pirates by a score of 6-4. Blanton went six innings and allowed three runs on six hits while walking two and striking out seven.
Our View:
Blanton was victimized by two long balls tonight, but other than that he was very good. The seven K's were nice for fantasy owners, but it hurts that he couldn't get the win against an opponent like the Pirates.
August 20, 2009
Joe Blanton scattered three runs and 10 hits over eight innings on Thursday, as the Phillies crushed the Diamondbacks 12-3 in Philadelphia.
Our View:
The outing earned Blanton his eighth win, and lowered his ERA to a season-low 3.86.
August 14, 2009
Joe Blanton turned in his sixth quality start in his last seven outings, but took a no-decision, as the Phillies won 3-2 in Atlanta.
Our View:
Since when did Joe Blanton turn into Chris Carpenter? Still, no complaints here. He should keep doing what he's been doing down the stretch.
August 7, 2009
Joe Blanton got outdueled by Ricky Nolasco on Friday night, and took the loss after surrendering three runs on two home runs in 6.2 innings to the Marlins.
Our View:
Blanton has still been one of the better pitchers in the National League lately, going 3-2 with a 1.87 ERA since July 1, and tonight doesn't change that.
August 1, 2009
Joe Blanton only surrendered two earned runs on seven hits over seven innings in Saturday's 2-0 loss at San Francisco. He issued no walks with five strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton pitched well and it is a shame he is forced to take a loss due to no run support from his teammates. On the positive side, he trimmed his ERA to 4.02 and was 3-0 over four starts in July.
July 26, 2009
Joe Blanton notched his seventh win of the season on Sunday as the Phillies pounded the Cardinals 9-2. Blanton went eight innings and allowed two runs on seven hits while walking one and striking out six.
Our View:
Blanton gave the Phillies an excellent outing today, and the offense did plenty of work in support. Blanton has been a quality start machine over the last two months, and he is starting to develop into a very reliable fantasy option.
July 21, 2009
Joe Blanton pitched seven effective innings of one run ball on Tuesday, but took a no-decision as the Phillies beat the Cubs 4-1 in 13 innings
Our View:
After bumbling to a 6.14 ERA through the end of May, Blanton has really turned his season around. He's won just thee times since then, but has lowered his ERA to 4.24 and had six quality starts.
July 10, 2009
Joe Blanton was in control from the hill in Friday's 3-2 win over the Pirates at Citizens Bank Park, as he only issued one earned run on four hits over 7.1 innings. He had one walk and six strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton is pitching great right now, as he only allowed one run over his last two starts. He should be employed in fantasy lineups for his next turn in the Phillies' rotation.
July 5, 2009
Joe Blanton was in control from the hill in Sunday's 2-0 win over the Mets at Citizens Bank Park, as he only issued four hits over 7.1 scoreless innings. He had three walks and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton now has a winning record at 5-4, and snapped a five-game skid without a win. He is worth using in NL-only leagues for his next start following today's strong performance.
June 30, 2009
Joe Blanton gave up three earned runs on eight hits over five innings in Tuesday's 5-4 loss at Atlanta. He had three walks and three strikeouts.
Our View:
He has gone five straight starts without a win, and should remain an unstable fantasy option.
June 24, 2009
Joe Blanton alloweed two earned runs on six hits over seven innings in Wednesday's 7-1 loss at Tampa Bay. He issued two walks and racked up 10 strikeouts.
Our View:
It was a solid outing for Blanton, but he was unfortunately dealt a loss due to poor run support from his teammates. He falls to 4-4, and is winless over his last four starts. On the positive side, he reached double digits in strikeouts for the second time this season.
June 12, 2009
Joe Blanton only allowed two earned runs on five hits over seven innings in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Red Sox at Citizens Bank Park. He had two walks and fired seven strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton pitched well, but was forced to take a no-decision due to poor run support from his teammates. He has not taken a loss over his last six outings, and has three wins over the span.
June 6, 2009
Joe Blanton pitched an excellent game on Saturday, but he did not factor into the decision as the Phillies fell to the Dodgers 3-2 in 12 innings. Blanton went six innings and allowed one run on five hits while walking one and striking out five.
Our View:
Blanton hasn't been great for the most part this year, but every few starts he finds a way to go out and shut down the opposing offense. NL-only owners should give him a look, but his inconsistency is keeping him from having value in mixed leagues.
June 1, 2009
Joe Blanton allowed three earned runs on six hits over seven innings in Monday's 5-3 win at San Diego. He issued one walk and had five strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton has now won three straight starts, with two of those wins coming on the road. He gave up 16 earned runs over five starts in May, but only suffered one loss over that span due to strong run support from the potent Phillies' offense.
May 26, 2009
Joe Blanton was surprisingly brilliant on Tuesday. He tossed seven shutout innings, allowed just five hits and two walks and struck out 11 in the Phillies' 5-3 win over the Marlins.
Our View:
Blanton has been awful this season, so fantasy owners are wondering who was on the mound Tuesday. If you had him in for some reason, pat yourself on the back and crown yourself genius for a day.
May 21, 2009
Joe Blanton surrendered five earned runs on seven hits over five innings in Thursday's 12-5 win at Cincinnati. He had one walk with four strikeouts.
Our View:
It was a poor outing for Blanton, but was handed a win as his teammates provided plenty of offensive support. That marks only his second win over eight starts.
May 15, 2009
Joe Blanton was sketchy again on Friday in the Phillies 10-6 extra innings win. Blanton went five innings and allowed four runs on five hits while walking six and striking out five.
Our View:
Blanton is just not a great pitcher. He has only had one good outing all season, and fantasy owners can't rely on the Phillies' offense to bail him out every night. He may be valid in NL-only leagues, but that's it.
May 9, 2009
Joe Blanton got blasted again on Saturday. The Braves touched him for six runs on eight hits and a walk over eight innings and Blanton took is third loss of the season.
Our View:
The doughy right-hander has been awful this season. He had had exactly one good start all year and should not be considered for mixed league staffs.
May 4, 2009
Joe Blanton pitched very well on Monday as the Phillies beat the Cardinals 6-1. Blanton went six innings and allowed one run on four hits while walking two and striking out three.
Our View:
This was Blanton's first win of the season, and a good sign for the Phillies. He hasn't been very good so far, but he still has the ability to keep the Phillies in games that he pitches. His fantasy value is limited to NL-only at best, but if the Phillies' offense gets hot he could be a decent source of wins.
May 4, 2009
Joe Blanton is scheduled to start tonight's game at St. Louis, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Our View:
Blanton was previously slated to pitch Sunday, but the game was rained out. Blanton only allowed one earned run over seven innings in his last meeting with the Cardinals, which is encouraging since he is yet to earn a win over four starts this season.
April 8, 2009
Joe Blanton got shelled by the Braves on Wednesday. He allowed seven runs on nine hits and two walks over just four innings. Somehow, he didn't get the loss.
Our View:
Blanton had a lot of hype coming out of Oakland, mostly because people believe that whatever Billy Beane touches turns to gold. But he's not a reliable fantasy starter. A bad ERA, WHIP, K-rate and Win-Loss record does not merit taking up a roster spot.
April 3, 2009
Joe Blanton put an encouraging end to his spring on Friday against the Rays in a rematch of World Series rivals. He allowed two runs in five innings while striking out three.
Our View:
Blanton did allow six hits, but that's to be expected from a guy who pitches to contact and has allowed 1.05 hits per inning over his five-year career.
March 29, 2009
Joe Blanton has allowed two earned runs on four hits over 6.1 innings in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Red Sox, with one walk and four strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton now holds a 2.45 ERA in the spring. He is slated to hold the No. 4 spot in the Phillies' rotation, and he averages 205 innings pitched over his last four campaigns.
March 19, 2009
Joe Blanton threw six scoreless innings with only one hit allowed in Thursday's 5-1 win over Florida, with no walks and three strikeouts.
Our View:
This was a strong outing from Blanton, who is slated to pitch in the middle of the Phillies' rotation. He could be a solid innings-eater, but won't be a solid source for strikeouts.
March 8, 2009
Joe Blanton allowed one earned run on four hits over four innings of work in Sunday's 7-2 loss to Atlanta, with one walk and no strikeouts.
Our View:
Blanton will pitch in the middle of the Phillies' rotation this season, but is not expected to be a solid source for strikeouts or potentially even wins.
January 20, 2009
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Phillies and pitcher Joe Blanton have agreed to a one-year deal worth $5.475 million. The two parties avoided arbitration by inking the deal.
Our View:
A litte change of scenery seems to have done Blanton some good. Just 5-12 with Oakland, Blanton posted a 4-0 record and a 4.20 ERA in 13 starts after being dealt at the deadline. He pitched even better in the postseason, recording a 2-0 record and ERA of 3.00 in three October starts.
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