Andy Sonnanstine
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 185 lbs
- Born: Mar 18, 1983
- Debut: June 5, 2007
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99.2 | 6 | 0 | 60 | 6.77 |
Newsbreakers
September 16, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine only allowed two runs (one earned) on three RBI over 5.2 innings in Wednesday's 4-2 loss at Baltimore. He had two walks and two strikeouts.
Our View:
Sonnanstine pitched well, but was handed a no-decision due to poor run support. He carries an 8.10 ERA over 13.1 innings (three starts) this month.
September 8, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine has been yanked from the Rays' rotation, and will now serve in a bullpen role, according to the Tampa Tribune.
Our View:
Sonnanstine holds a poor 7.23 ERA, and the Rays decided to demote him after being lit up for eight earned runs over 2.2 innings in his last start against New York.
September 7, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine was hammered for eight earned runs on six hits over a mere 2.2 innings in Monday's 11-1 loss at New York in the nightcap of their doubleheader. He had three walks with one strikeout.
Our View:
Sonnanstine falls to 6-9 with a 7.23 ERA following his nightmarish outing. He held a 5.01 ERA over five starts last month, and continues to struggle in September.
September 2, 2009
With Wade Davis slated to be called up, it appears that Andy Sonnanstine has been bumped out of rotation spot again.
Our View:
Sonny was knocked around by the Red Sox Tuesday and has been terrible all year. With Jeremy Hellickson also nearing a promotion, there's a chance Sonnanstine has officially run out of opportunities in the Rays' rotation.
September 1, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine gave up five runs (three earned) on eight hits over four innings in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Red Sox at Tropicana Field. He issued four walks with two strikeouts, and allowed two homers.
Our View:
Sonnanstine held a 6.61 ERA and 1.53 WHIP prior to getting sent down to the minors, and continued to struggle in his return tonight. His fantasy outlook for the rest of the season does not look good as of now.
September 1, 2009
The Tampa bay Rays recalled four players from the minor leagues on Tuesday, according to the St. Petersburg Times. Andy Sonnanstine, Shawn Riggans, Fernando Perez, and Jeff Bennett are all expected to join the team Tuesday for their series against the Red Sox.
Our View:
Sonnanstine will start tonight against the Sox, and he may be worth keeping an eye on for the rest of the season. Riggans has four at-bats with the team this season, and his one hit was a solo homer. Perez has been injured most of the year, but he should be a speed threat off the bench for the team and he also figures to see some limited time in the starting lineup. Bennett is 2-4 with a 3.76 ERA with the team this season.
August 29, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine will be recalled from the minor leagues and take the recently traded Scott Kazmir's turn in the rotation on Tuesday night, according to the St. Petersburg Times' Marc Topkin.
Our View:
Sonnantsine did not fare well in 15 major league starts earlier this season, limping to a 6-7 record and 6.61 ERA.
July 11, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine has been placed on the minor league disabled list with mono, according to the St. Petersburg Times.
Our View:
At first glance, this seems to explain Sonnanstine's struggles in the majors this season, but he had pitched well in two starts for Triple-A Durham since getting demoted. Either way, this can't help his chances of getting called back up this season. He is not an option in any format.
June 27, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine has been optioned to Triple-A Durham by the Rays, according to the Associated Press. Scott Kazmir was activated from the DL as the adjoining move.
Our View:
Sonnanstine nailed down five wins over his last eight starts, and it is disappointing for fantasy owners that the Rays chose to demote him. He should be back at some point this season, and shall remain stashed on fantasy rosters.
June 25, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine gave up four earned runs on six hits over 5.1 innings in tonight's 10-4 win over the Phillies at Tropicana Field. He had one walk and fired seven strikeouts.
Our View:
It was not a strong outing for Sonnanstine, but the Rays provided enough offensive support for him to collect his sixth win of the season. Five of his wins came over his last eight starts. He should remain employed in fantasy lineups despite a poor 6.61 ERA.
June 19, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine struggled in Friday's 5-3 loss at the Mets, as he gave up four earned runs on seven hits over six innings. He had two walks and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Sonnanstine falls to 5-7, and his ERA climbs to 6.60. He has allowed 12 earned runs over his last three starts, and he looks to be an unstable fantasy option for his next turn in the rotation.
June 19, 2009
The Associated Press reports that Rays pitcher Andy Sonnanstine has won six consecutive interleague play decisions. He is pitching tonight at Citi Field against the Mets.
Our View:
This is good news for the Rays since Sonnanstine's 6.55 ERA is the highest in the majors of any qualified starter. The team desperately needs him to get on track if they are going to contend in the AL east going forward.
June 13, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine allowed three earned runs on six hits over 7.1 innings in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Nationals at Tropicana Field. He issued one walk and fired five strikeouts.
Our View:
Sonnanstine bounced back after giving up five runs and four homers to the Yankees in his previous start. He has racked up four wins over his last six starts, and he should remain active in fantasy lineups.
June 8, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine was lit up for five earned runs on six hits over seven innings in Monday's 5-3 loss at New York. He had two walks with one strikeout, and gave up four homers.
Our View:
Sonnanstine falls to 4-6 for the season, and his ERA climbs to 7.00. This marks the fifth time he has allowed five or more earned runs, and has allowed 12 homers over his last six starts.
June 2, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine was solid from the hill in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Royals at Tropicana Field, as he only allowed two earned runs on six hits over 6.2 innings. He had no walks with three strikeouts.
Our View:
He bounced back well from his previous outing in which he was rocked for eight runs at Cleveland. He has earned a win in three of his last four starts.
May 27, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine got roughed up by the Indians on Wednesday as the Rays fell to the Indians 12-7. Sonnanstine went three innings and allowed eight runs on nine hits while walking two and striking out three.
Our View:
Sonnanstine has not been great this season, and his 2008 season is starting to feel like a long time ago. His fantasy value is very low right now, and he is a risky play every time he toes the rubber at this point.
May 22, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine gave up only one run over six innings of work in Tampa Bay's 15-2 win over the Marlins on Friday.
Our View:
Sonnanstine allowed 12 earned runs in his previous two starts. He has not looked much like the strong performer from a season ago, but there's still hope he regains his form. Sonnanstine could be trade bait for the Rays coming up as they have recently recalled David Price from Triple-A. Once Scott Kazmir returns, they will have to make a decision with what to do with their six starters.
May 6, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine allowed two runs over 7.1 innings as he struck out four without walking a single batter against the Yankees. He ended up with a no-decision as the game went extra innings before the Rays eventually won 4-3 in 10 innings.
Our View:
Sonnanstine now has back-to-back outings with two earned runs allowed as he tries to rebound from a couple of rough outings in his first four starts. He still doesn't strike anyone out, but as long as he throws strikes, he can have success.
May 2, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine picked up his first win of the season on Friday as the Rays defeated the Red Sox 6-2. Sonnanstine went 5.2 innings while giving up two runs on eight hits and walked four and struck out one.
Our View:
Sonnanstine hasn't been very good this year, but this was his best start of the season. Hopefully this turns things around for him, as he finally looked like the pitcher he was in 2008.
April 26, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine was abused by a weak Oakland lineup on Sunday. He allowed seven runs on ten hits and two walks over just four innings. He received his third loss of the season in the Rays' 7-1 loss to the A's.
Our View:
Sonnanstine is now 0-3 on the season with a 7.78 ERA, and last year's vaunted Rays pitching staff looks very hittable in 2009. Probably why they are 7-12 on the year.
April 15, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine was decent in his outing against the Yankees on Wednesday, but he didn't last very long. He allowed two runs on four hits and a walk over just five innings and struck out three. He did not factor in the decision.
Our View:
This was much better than Sonnanstine's first start of the season where he allowed five runs over 4.2 innings, but still not what you would want out of a fantasy starter.
March 31, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine allowed five runs over seven innings Tuesday. He gave up six hits and two walks and upped his spring ERA to an unimpressive 5.28.
Our View:
Sonnanstine will have some fantasy value in the win category if the Rays continue to be a productive club and support him offensively, but his k/9 and H/9 leave much to be desired.
March 26, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine allowed four runs on seven hits Thursday and failed to finish five innings. He was tagged with the loss.
Our View:
Sonnanstine will be in the Rays rotation this season and will be an innings eater for them. He doesn't have dominating numbers, but his K/BB rate can be valuable. Look for similar numbers as last year.
March 16, 2009
Andy Sonnanstine allowed one run over three innings of work as the Rays defeated Pittsburgh 6-4 on Monday. He struck out two, while allowing three hits and no walks.
Our View:
Sonnanstine will give up his fair share of hits, but he is able to drastically limit the amount of free passes he hands out. Despite being overloaded with starters, Sonnanstine's spot in the rotation is not in jeopardy.
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