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Luis Ayala

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  • Height: 6-2
  • Weight: 186 lbs
  • Born: Jan 12, 1978

  • Debut: March 31, 2003

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December 3, 2009

The Dodgers are talking to Luis Ayala regarding a minor league deal, according to Dylan Hernandez's (Los Angeles Times) twitter page.

Our View:

The 31-year-old reliever held a poor 5.62 ERA and 1.60 WHIP over 40 innings in 2009, and would likely just serve as organizational depth if inked by Los Angeles.

August 29, 2009

Luis Ayala could be recalled by the Marlins, according to MLBblogs.com.

Our View:

The club needs a long-reliever, as Cristhian Martinez and Brian Sanches have each have more than two innings over the past two days. They are also considering Tim Wood as a fresh arm for the pen.

August 8, 2009

Marlins reliever Luis Ayala was optioned to Triple-A after the Marlins' 3-2 win over the Phillies Firday night.

Our View:

Ayala was initially a candidate to close out game when Matt Lindstrom went on the DL, but he has struggled recently and now takes hi 1-4 record and 4.99 ERA to Triple-A.

July 14, 2009

The Palm Beach Post is reporting that Marlins' manager Fredi Gonzalez has said that he may use reliever Luis Ayala to close games while Matt Lindstrom is out. Ayala could be tossed in the mix with Leo Nunez and Dan Meyer to pitch the ninth inning.

Our View:

Ayala has quite a bit more experience closing than Nunez, but it seems doubtful that one guy will get all of the save chances with Lindstrom out. If Ayala starts to pick up saves consistently he could be worth a look, but not until then.

July 12, 2009

The South Florida Sun-Sentinel is reporting that the Marlins have recalled pitcher Luis Ayala from Triple-A New Orleans. He will take the roster spot of the recently demoted Sean West.

Our View:

Ayala was recently signed by the team, and the Marlins feel like he has been throwing the ball well in Triple-A. He is not a fantasy option, but he should help stabilize the Marlins' bullpen.

July 2, 2009

The Florida Marlins have signed recently released pitcher Luis Ayala, according to Juan C. Rodriguez of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Our View:

He is expected to pitch a few games in Triple-A New Orleans before joining the big club. The vet righty has a 4.18 ERA in 32.1 innings this season. He's not a great option in leagues with holds or middle relievers.

July 2, 2009

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that the Twins have released reliever Luis Ayala.

Our View:

The Pirates were interested in Ayala's services for relief help, but neither side could work out a deal and Ayala was let go. He was DFAed on June 22nd, but is now a free agent and can sign with any club.

June 24, 2009

According to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Pirates are interested in recently DFAed Twins' pitcher Luis Ayala.

Our View:

Ayala had a 4.18 ERA in 28 appearances for the Twins and could help out a struggling Pirates pen. They wouldn't have to give up much to get him either. Ayala could vie for an eighth inning spot setting up for closer Matt Capps.

June 22, 2009

According to the Associated Press, the Twins have designated relief pitcher Luis Ayala for assignment. Ayala was 1-2 with a 4.18 ERA in 28 appearances this season.

Our View:

The Twins signed Ayala in hopes that he would develop into a solid setup man, but that just never happened. He holds no fantasy value unless he ends up in a situation where he is used as a setup man. Even then, his value would be limited.

February 19, 2009

Luis Ayala's deal with the Twins has been finalized, according to the Associated Press. His one-year deal is worth $1.3MM.

Our View:

Ayala is competing to be the Twins' setup man, potentially giving him some fantasy value in leagues that award points for holds.

February 10, 2009

Luis Ayala will represent Mexico in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, according to the Star Tribune.

Our View:

Ayala injured his elbow while pitching for Mexico in the 2006 WBC, which required Tommy John surgery. Assuming he can get through the tournament intact this time, Ayala will compete for the setup role with Minnesota.

February 9, 2009

Luis Ayala will compete for the setup role with the Twins in spring training, according to MLB.com. Jesse Crain, Matt Guerrier and left-hander Jose Mijares are the other top candidates for the job.

Our View:

Ayala would be replacing Pat Neshek, who is expected to miss the 2009 campaign while recovering from Tommy John surgery. Ayala would be worth a look in AL-only leagues that feature middle men, as he could be a solid source for holds with the contending Twins.

February 6, 2009

Luis Ayala has reached a deal to join the Twins, according to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune. It's a one-year deal worth $1.3 million, but is still pending a physical.

Our View:

Ayala went 2-10 in 81 relief appearances for the Nationals and Mets last year with a 5.71 ERA. He did record nine saves, but that little fantasy value won't carry over to the Twins who already have an established closer in Joe Nathan.

January 30, 2009

The Twins have talked to Luis Ayala's rep, according to the Star Tribune.

Our View:

The club is looking at Ayala as an option for their bullpen after ending talks with Eric Gagne. The 31-year-old reliever held a 1.45 WHIP over 75.2 innings in 2008 with the Nationals and the Mets.

January 23, 2009

The Dodgers are interested in Luis Ayala, according to Jayson Stark of ESPN.

Our View:

Ayala lost 10 games last season with a poor 1.45 WHIP over 75.2 innings of relief, and the righty reliever would not hold any fantasy value if added to the Dodgers' bullpen as a long-reliever.

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