Chad Billingsley
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 244 lbs
- Born: Jul 29, 1984
- Debut: June 15, 2006
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
October 14, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that the Dodgers have moved pitcher Chad Billingsley to the bullpen for the NLCS. The team will use the returning Kiroki Kuroda in the rotation in Billinglsey's place.
Our View:
My how the former All-Star has fallen. Billingsley was the Dodgers' ace for the first half of the season, but he has fallen off the map in the second half. He will likely be the long man if necessary, but don't expect to see him starting any time soon.
October 7, 2009
Chad Billingsley will not start game three of the NLDS for Dodgers, according to the Los Angeles Times. Vicente Padilla will get the nod instead.
Our View:
Apparently the Dodgers have even less faith in Billingsley than his fantasy owners did down the stretch. After posting a 3.38 ERA before the All-Star break, he went 3-7 with a 5.20 ERA after the Midsummer Classic. That included an 0-3 record and 5.16 ERA in September. He will start game four if the series makes it that far.
October 5, 2009
Chad Billingsley threw a simulated game Monday, according to MLB.com. He threw 82 pitches over five innings.
Our View:
Billingsley led the Dodgers with 12 wins in the regular season - but is winless since August 18. His role for the playoffs is yet to be determined. Skipper Joe Torre has Randy Wolf and Clayton Kershaw slated for the first two games against St. Louis, with Billingsley, Vicente Padilla and Jon Garland under consideration for the other two possible starting spots in the best-of-five series.
October 4, 2009
Dodgers' pitcher Chad Billingsley told MLB.com that he expects to start in the postseason for the team. Billingsley looks like he could be in line to start Game 3 after Randy Wolf and Clayton Kershaw.
Our View:
Billingsley has been slightly better as of late, and right now the Dodgers can't really afford not to give him a chance in the postseason. He is a major risk, but there is also major reward potential, as Billingsley can be as nasty as anyone in the NL when he is on. Expect him to take the ball in Game 3, but we will keep you updated on manager Joe Torre's decision.
September 30, 2009
Chad Billingsley held the Padres to two runs on two hits and five walks over six innings on Tuesday, but was handed the loss as the Dodgers fell 3-1.
Our View:
Billingsley had his first quality start since September 2nd, and while he fanned five and only allowed two runs, he walked five. He's given out 15 free passes this month and it has been revealed in his ERA which is over 5.00 for September.
September 23, 2009
Chad Billingsley stuck out nine on Wednesday, but allowed three runs in six innings en route to a no-decision in Washington.
Our View:
The nine strikeouts were his most since August 2, but he has still failed to win since August 18, a span of seven starts.
September 19, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that Dodgers' pitcher Chad Billingsley is suffering from mechanical problems that are causing him to struggle. Billingsley is 0-4 with a 5.97 ERA since August 18.
Our View:
Billingsley is getting too anxious on the mound, and he is rushing his delievery to the plate. It sounds like his mental make-up has been damaged as well, and he will need to get things fixed quickly if the Dodgers are going to compete in the playoffs.
September 16, 2009
According to the LA Times, Dodgers' ace Chad Billingsley will be held out of the rotation throughout the weekend. Billingsley will be available out of the bullpen as the long man is support of Hiroki Kuroda on Wednesday.
Our View:
Billingsley has lost his confidence, and manager Joe Torre feels that some time off will help him get his head on straight. We don't expect to see him out of the bullpen today unless Kuroda gets completely hammered, so expect him to make his next start next week, possibly Wednesday.
September 15, 2009
Skipper Joe Torre stated that he is uncertain when Chad Billingsley may make his next start in the Dodgers' rotation, according to the Los Angeles Times. Torre said, "We have a day off Thursday; we have a day off Monday. We have to see how Randy Wolf comes out of tomorrow night. We have to see how Clayton Kershaw is. I am happy to say, we have a lot of decisions to make, and hopefully we have a full contingent to make them with."
Our View:
Billingsley has not been pitching well as of late, and the upcoming days off will give Torre some options regarding Billingsley's next turn in the rotation.
September 14, 2009
The LA Times is reporting that Dodgers' ace Chad Billingsley has become frustrated with his recent play. "Yeah, it's getting to me," he said. "I honestly don't know what to tell you. I left the ball up. Mid-thigh, belt high, not good. It's frustrating. I just got to figure it out."
Our View:
It sounds like fantasy owners should really start to be concerned about Billingsley. His body language on the mound looks like he has already been defeated, and the quotes for the paper reveal the lack of confidence he currently has in himself. He has the stuff to turn it around, but he isn't getting the job done over the last month.
September 13, 2009
Chad Billingsley only lasted four innings in Sunday's 7-2 loss to the Giants. He allowed three runs on eight hits and was handed his tenth loss of the season.
Our View:
Billingsley continues to confuse fantasy owners. He did not walk a batter and fanned six on Sunday, but only lasted four innings and took the loss. Where is the Dodger ace that we saw in the first half this season? The big righty hasn't had back to back quality starts since mid-August.
September 8, 2009
Chad Billingsley continued his underwhelming second half on Tuesday night, allowing 11 baserunners and four runs in six innings, as the Dodgers rallied for a late 5-4 win in Arizona.
Our View:
In nine starts since the All-Star break, Billingsley has now turned in just three quality starts. Since the Midsummer Classic, he is 3-5 with a 5.57 ERA.
September 2, 2009
Chad Billingsley wasn't sharp on Wednesday as he allowed four runs (three earned) on six hits and a walk over six innings. He fanned five but was handed his ninth loss of the season.
Our View:
Billingsley came out of the gates like a mad man in the first half, but has stumbled since the All Star break. He's 3-4 with a 5.23 ERA in the second half and looks like a different pitcher.
August 28, 2009
Chad Billingsley threw five very mediocre innings on Friday night, tossing 101 pitches while giving up four runs, as the Dodgers lost 4-2 in Cincinnati.
Our View:
Billingsley has now failed to pitch into the seventh inning in nine straight starts, and still has a long ways to go toward becoming a truly elite pitcher.
August 23, 2009
Chad Billingsley gave up three earned runs on nine hits over six innings in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Cubs at Dodger Stadium. He had one walk and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Billingsley falls to 12-7 due to poor run support from his teammates. The Dodgers' ace allowed two or less earned runs in each of his previous three starts heading into tonight's game.
August 19, 2009
Chad Billingsley held the Cardinals to just two runs on three hits over six innings on Tuesday and earned the win as the Dodgers emerged with a 7-3 win.
Our View:
Billingsley did not walk a man, but recorded just one strikeout in Tuesday's game. He still doesn't look quite right since the All Star break, but he may be slowly pulling out of his funk. He improved to 12-6 and has only allowed three runs over his last 17 innings.
August 11, 2009
Chad Billingsley (hamstring) has officially been scratched from his scheduled Wednesday start against the Giants, according to Associated Press.
Our View:
The team is "hopeful" that he can take his next scheduled turn, next Monday at St. Louis, however. Stay tuned.
August 10, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Chad Billingsley is expected to miss Wednesday's start due to his strained left hamstring, according to Jeff Fletcher's (MLB Fanhouse) twitter page.
Our View:
Apparently his bullpen session did not go well enough for him to get the green light to pitch Wednesday. The Dodgers are yet to name his replacement.
August 10, 2009
The LA Daily News is reporting that Dodgers' ace Chad Billingsley will throw a bullpen session on Monday to determine if he will be able to make his next scheduled start on Wednesday. Billingsley is still sore from a left hamstring strain.
Our View:
Billingsley is scheduled to throw today, and then he will be evaluated by team doctors who will recommend one of three course of action. They will either pronounce him ready to start Wednesday, recommend that he skip a start, or he could face a possible trip tot the DL. We will keep you updated on his status, but the Dodgers can ill-afford to lose their ace during what is becoming a race in the West.
August 8, 2009
Dodgers' starter Chad Billingsley left Friday's start after six innings with a mild strain of the left hamstring, according to the Daily News. Billingsley will be re-evaluated on Saturday by team doctors.
Our View:
Manager Joe Torre doesn't believe the injury is serious, but Billinglsey told reporters after the game that it did not feel good at all. We will keep you updated on his status, but for now fantasy owners shouldn't be too concerned.
August 2, 2009
Chad Billingsley got the win on Sunday despite leaving the game after the fifth inning with an injury.
Our View:
The injury turned out to be a cramp, so Billingsley is fine, and the win was a nice bonus for owners. He fanned nine in his five innings of work and allowed just two hits and a walk. Too bad the injury broke up a positive start but fantasy owners can't really complain about that line.
August 2, 2009
Updating a previous report, the Dodgers have diagnosed Chad Billingsley's injury as a right hamstring cramp.
Our View:
Billingsley was forced out of Sunday's start after five innings with what seemed to be a knee injury. This diagnosis is obviously much more positive. Looks like he won't miss is next start. Breathe easy fantasy owners.
August 2, 2009
Chad Billingsley left Sunday's game after the fifth inning with a knee injury.
Our View:
He may have hyperextended the knee while pitching in the bottom of the fifth, which is a shame because he was removed after tossing five shutout innings against the Braves. No word on whether he'll miss his next start yet.
July 28, 2009
Chad Billingsley fell to the Cardinals on Tuesday as the Dodgers were pounded 10-0. Billingsley went 5.2 innings and allowed six runs on four hits while walking six and striking out five.
Our View:
Billingsley was nearly unhittable for the first five innings, but the Cards got to him in the sixth for six runs. While he was good early, the Dodgers should be concerned about their ace's struggles over the last month or so.
July 22, 2009
Chad Billingsley won his tenth game of the season on Wednesday, striking out seven in six innings, as the Dodgers beat the Reds 6-2 at home.
Our View:
Billingsley also managed to walk only one batter, a rare feat for the young pitcher.
July 18, 2009
Chad Billingsley was bad again on Friday as the Dodgers fell to the Astros by a score of 8-1. Billingsley went 1.2 innings and allowed six runs on nine hits. He did not walk or strikeout a batter.
Our View:
This is about as bad a performance as Billingsley has ever had with the Dodgers, and that makes two bad starts in a row. He is still very good, but owners should be concered after these last two outings. Monitor him closely going forward, but he should be fine as the season goes on.
July 10, 2009
Chad Billingsley was rocked for five earned runs on five hits over five innings in Friday's 12-8 win at Milwaukee. He issued four walks with four strikeouts.
Our View:
The battle went 10 innings, and Billingsley was handed a no-decision for his poor outing. He is now winless over his last five starts, and gave up three or more earned runs in each outing over the span. Billingsley still leads the Dodgers with nine wins, and hopefully he will get back on track soon.
July 5, 2009
Chad Billingsley gave up three earned runs on four hits over eight innings in Sunday's 7-6 win at San Diego. He had no walks and five strikeouts, and was tagged for two homers. The game took 13 innings to decide a victor.
Our View:
The Dodgers were leading 6-1 when he exited, but Billingsley was handed a no-decision as San Diego rallied to score five runs in the bottom of the ninth. Billingsley is winless over his last four starts, but still leads the Dodgers with nine victories and a 3.14 ERA. Keep him active in fantasy leagues.
June 25, 2009
Chad Billingsley took a no-decision on Thursday, as the Dodgers lost to the White Sox in a 13-inning marathon.
Our View:
Billingsley was not overpowering on Thursday for the third straight start. In six innings, he surrendered five earned runs while walking four and only striking out three. It's nothing to be alarmed about, though, and he should penciled into your starting rotation when he goes again in five days.
June 20, 2009
Chad Billingsley struggled is Friday's 5-4 loss at the Angels, as he allowed four runs (three earned) on six hits over six innings. He issued five walks with three strikeouts.
Our View:
Billingsley ended the night with a no-decision, and had his three-game winning streak snapped. He still leads the Dodgers with nine wins for the season.
June 14, 2009
Chad Billingsley picked up his ninth win of the season on Sunday as the Dodgers beat the Rangers 6-3. Billingsley went seven innings and allowed three runs (two earned) on five hits while walking one and striking out three.
Our View:
Billingsley is really good, but it seems a bit odd that he only struck out three batters in the game today. Billingsley is a top fantasy pitcher, and expect the strikeouts to be there most of the time.
June 10, 2009
Chad Billingsley gave up three earned runs on eight hits over 5.2 innings in Tuesday's 6-4 win over San Diego at Dodger Stadium. He had two walks and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Billingsley has won in back-to-back starts, and is tied for the NL lead with eight wins for the season.
June 4, 2009
Chad Billingsley struck out nine batters over six shutout innings in Wednesday's 1-0 win over the Diamondbacks. He allowed four hits and four walks while he picked up his seventh win of the season.
Our View:
Billingsley has walked more batters (36) than any other pitcher in the NL, but he has also thrown more innings (80) than anyone else. His 85 strikeouts are awesome, and he is currently one of the best starting pitchers in the league. At just 24 years old, it may be that way for a long time.
May 29, 2009
Chad Billingsley pitched very well on Friday, but took a tough luck loss as the Dodger offense failed to show up. He allowed just two runs on eight hits and two walks over seven innings and struck out seven, but was handed his third loss of the season as the Dodgers fell to the Cubs 2-1.
Our View:
Billingsley has been very good all season long, but has his a bit of a cold stretch in his last three outings. Still, even when he's off he's better than average. He has only failed to record a quality start one time this season and is one of the top fantasy options at starter in all of baseball. His 6-3 record and 2.80 ERA will attest to that.
May 24, 2009
Chad Billingsley had a rare poor outing on Sunday. The Dodger ace allowed five runs (four earned) on nine hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out six as the Dodgers fell to the Angels 10-7.
Our View:
Billingsley has been a stud this season. Sunday's outing was the first time he failed to produce a quality start in 2009, and he has gone at least six innings in every outing this year. Expect him to be much better next time out.
May 20, 2009
Chad Billingsley picked up his sixth win of the season on Tuesday as his Dodgers defeated the Mets 5-3. Billingsley went 6.1 innings and allowed three runs on four hits while walking five and striking out seven.
Our View:
The walk total was rather high for Billingsley tonight, but his stuff is good enough to work around walks if they get him into trouble. Still, owners would like to see that number smaller, but with Billigsley you are going to have to take the good with the bad. It has mostly been good so far this season, so there is nothing to complain about as of now.
May 14, 2009
Chad Billingsley dominated the Phillies on Thursday but did not factor into the decision as the Dodgers beat Philadelphia 5-3 in ten innings. Billingsley went seven innings and allowed one run on three hits while walking one and striking out nine.
Our View:
Billingsley got himself involved in a good old-fashioned pitchers' duel with fellow ace Cole Hamels today, and he was up to the challenge. Billingsley has been pretty much lights out this season, and he has established himself as a top flight fantasy pitcher.
May 9, 2009
Chad Billingsley lost his first game of the season and was out-pitched by Barry Zito on Friday. He allowed three runs on eight hits and four walks over seven innings as the Dodgers fell to the Giants 3-1.
Our View:
Billingsley has been lights out all season and didn't look bad in this one either. His offense just didn't show up today. Hopefully this doesn't become a running theme now that they've lost Manny for the next 50 games.
May 3, 2009
Chad Billingsley improved to 5-0 on Sunday in the Dodgers' 7-3 win over the Padres. He went seven innings and allowed just two runs on four hits and four walks and struck out eight.
Our View:
Billingsley was a bit wild on Sunday with the four walks, but everything else about the start was positive. He has become one of the better young pitchers in the game and is a top of the rotation fantasy starter. We think he's just scratched the surface and the best is yet to come. Think Erik Bedard 2007.
April 23, 2009
Dodger ace Chad Billingsley was dominant once again as he allowed just three hits and two walks over 7.1 innings in a 2-0 win over the Astros Thursday. He struck out five and is now 4-0 on the season.
Our View:
Billingsley is developing into one of the best pitchers in baseball. After Thursday's start his ERA dropped to 2.05 and he's striking out just about a batter per inning. The 4-0 record is nice too.
April 18, 2009
Chad Billingsley turned in a quality start on Saturday as the Dodgers out-slugged the Rockies 9-5. He scattered four hits and three walks over six innings, allowing three runs and striking out six. He's now 3-0 on the year.
Our View:
Billingsley has been solid in every start this season and fantasy owners love the K/9 of over ten. He's the ace of the Dodgers' staff and is emerging into one of the better starters in the National League.
April 13, 2009
Chad Billingsley picked up his second win in his second start as the Dodgers defeated the Giants 11-1 on Monday. The starter fanned 11 while allowing just one run on five hits.
Our View:
Billingsley did not walk a batter after allowing four free passes in his first outing. His 11 strikeouts today clearly illustrate his dominating stuff. Now the young right-hander just needs to focus on his control and consistency.
April 9, 2009
Chad Billingsley threw six strong innings on Wednesday and got the win over the Padres. He allowed just two hits, but walked four and allowed two earned runs.
Our View:
Billingsley should be one of the many Dodgers that reaps the benefits of having Manny around. With the improved offense he has a better shot of eclipsing his total of 16 wins from last season.
April 4, 2009
Chad Billingsley threw 76 pitches in his start against the Brewers on Friday evening. He allowed two runs and four hits in five innings.
Our View:
Billingsley didn't fare all that badly considering he was pitching for the first time in 11 days because of tightness in his groin. He ends his spring with a record of 1-2 and ERA of 5.51.
March 26, 2009
Chad Billingsley did not throw his bullpen session on Thursday, and he may not pitch on Sunday, according to the L.A. Daily News.
Our View:
Billingsley had to leave the team's game on Monday due to a groin strain, and it seems the malady is still hampering him. The injury does not look to be serious, but he may be on the shelf for a few more days.
March 13, 2009
Chad Billingsley allowed three runs on four hits in two and one-third innings Friday against the Rangers. He walked two, struck out four, and surrendered home runs to Josh Hamilton and Nelson Cruz in a three-run Rangers first.
Our View:
The 24-year-old Billingsley was impressive in his first full season a year ago, collecting 16 wins and a shiny 3.14 ERA in 32 starts. With an increasing awareness of hitters' tendencies and his own abilities, Billingsley should be a sure-fire first to second-round pick across all leagues.
March 7, 2009
Chad Billingsley failed to give up a run and surrendered just three hits and no walks while striking out three in three innings against the Mariners on Saturday.
Our View:
Billingsley has given up just one run, six hits and one walk through seven innings in three spring training appearances thus far and appears poised for another solid season as Los Angeles' ace.
March 3, 2009
Chad Billingsley recorded three strikeouts in two scoreless innings Tuesday in a 5-4 win over the Padres.
Our View:
As evidenced in his outing Tuesday, Billingsley has the stuff to dominate a game and should be among the NL leaders in innings pitched and strikeouts.
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