Tue Jun 24 | 19:50 | Max Meyer to Have Season-Ending Hip Surgery |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (hip) is scheduled to have season-ending left-hip labral repair surgery on Friday with Dr. Thomas Byrd in Nashville, according to MLB.com's Christina De Nicola. The recovery timeline for Meyer will be roughly six to eight months, so he should be ready for the start of the 2026 season, barring a setback during his rehab in the offseason. Obviously, the 26-year-old can now be dropped in all single-year fantasy leagues now that he won't pitch again in 2025. The former third overall pick is losing appeal in dynasty/keeper leagues, too, as he just hasn't been able to overcome injuries to make an impact at the big-league level yet. Meyer returned from Tommy John surgery in 2024 to post a 5.68 ERA and 1.42 WHIP with a 46:19 K:BB in 11 starts and had a 4.73 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 68:20 K:BB in his 12 starts this year before his hip injury. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jun 18 | 16:31 | Max Meyer to Visit With Hip Specialist |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (hip) said on Wednesday that he will visit with a hip specialist. The news comes after Meyer was seen throwing before Monday's series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies, but he must not have felt great after that. He is recovering from a left-hip impingement, with his last start for Miami coming back on June 2. Even if the 26-year-old receives good news from a specialist, he's unlikely to return to the team's starting rotation until the second half of the year. The former first-rounder (third overall) in 2020 out of Minnesota missed all of 2023 due to Tommy John surgery and teased his upside early last year before struggling down the stretch. Meyer has plenty of strikeout upside, but he was inconsistent again this year before his hip injury, posting a 4.73 ERA and 1.42 WHIP with 68 K's and 20 walks over his 12 starts. |
Source: Fish On First - Kevin Barral | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jun 17 | 22:53 | Max Meyer Plays Catch |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (hip) was seen playing catch before Monday's series opener against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies, according to MLB.com's Christina De Nicola. Meyer is recovering from a left-hip impingement that has kept him out since June 2. Since he has yet to throw off a mound or even face live hitters, the 26-year-old is at least several weeks from returning from the 15-day injured list. He could be cutting it close to return to Miami's starting rotation before the mid-July All-Star break. The former third overall pick in 2020 out of Minnesota went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA (4.40 FIP) and 1.42 WHIP with 68 punchouts and 20 walks in 64 2/3 innings over his 12 starts. Meyer looked great initially in 2024 after returning from Tommy John surgery before struggling down the stretch. He's still trying to find his groove, and if he does, he'll become a popular waiver-wire target in the second half. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jun 3 | 15:37 | Marlins Place Max Meyer on 15-Day Injured List With Hip Impingement |
The Miami Marlins placed right-hander Max Meyer (hip) on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a left-hip impingement and recalled right-hander George Soriano from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move. It remains to be seen if Meyer will be ready to come off the IL when he's eligible in a few weeks on June 18. The 26-year-old continues to be held back by injuries, but hopefully this one won't keep him out for too long. Meyer allowed 10 earned runs in his first two starts combined to begin the month of May and allowed four earned runs in each of his last two starts, including a disappointing loss to the lowly Colorado Rockies on Monday. Overall in 2025, the former third overall pick in 2020 from Minnesota has gone 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA (4.41 FIP) and 1.42 WHIP with 68 strikeouts and 20 walks in 64 2/3 innings over 12 starts. |
Source: Fish On First - Kevin Barral | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jun 3 | 00:31 | Max Meyer Allows 10 Hits in Monday's Loss |
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer was unable to capitalize on a favorable matchup in Monday's 6-4 loss to the Rockies. Meyer pitched five innings, allowing five runs (four earned) on 10 hits (including two home runs) and a walk with five strikeouts. The 26-year-old started the season off strong but has been mostly disappointing over the last month. He is now 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA, a 1.42 WHIP, a 9.46 K/9 rate, and a 1.57 HR/9 rate in 12 starts and 64 2/3 IP. His next start will be a middling one at the Rays, although fantasy managers may want to avoid starting him, given how he pitched against one of baseball's weakest lineups. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Apr 21 | 21:44 | Max Meyer Records 14 Strikeouts |
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer posted an unbelievable performance during Monday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. The right-hander had his swing-and-miss stuff going as the Reds could barely touch him during this outing. Meyer tossed six scoreless innings, allowing five hits, and striking out 14 batters along the way. The 26-year-old already registered double digit strikeouts by the fourth inning of Monday's contest. Meyer has been excellent early in the season with three earned runs or less in every outing so far. He'll take a 2.10 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 41/7 K/BB ratio across five starts into his next outing against the Seattle Mariners. Meyer is likely going to be a popular waiver wire addition after this epic performance. |
Source: mlb.com | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Apr 9 | 17:07 | Max Meyer Shuts Down Mets For First Win Of The Season |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer looked great in his first win of the 2025 season on Wednesday by tossing 6 1/3 shutout innings in the team's 5-0 win over the division-rival New York Mets in the series finale at Citi Field. Meyer only allowed two hits in the game while walking two and striking out four to lower his season ERA to 2.00. In his first two starts of the year, Meyer allowed five runs (four earned) on 13 hits (one homer) while walking only three and striking out 15 in 11 2/3 innings pitched. The 26-year-old former first-rounder was in control all day and leaned heavily on his slider to keep the Mets off balance. Meyer looked good initially last year after returning from Tommy John surgery, but the Marlins played it safe with his workload. Now that the kid gloves are off, there's real upside here. He'll have a two-start week next week against the Diamondbacks and division-rival Phillies. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Feb 26 | 17:22 | Max Meyer Tops Out At 97 MPH In Grapefruit League Debut |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer, who didn't throw a pitch 97 mph or faster in 2024, topped out at 97.7 mph in his Grapefruit League debut on Wednesday against the division-rival New York Mets. Meyer threw only 13 pitches (seven strikes) and walked one in an inning of work and looked to be throwing only four-seam fastballs and sliders, with one sinker mixed in. The 25-year-old spent more time in the weight room this offseason, which could be attributed to his impressive velocity early on this spring. In his return from Tommy John surgery last year, the former third overall pick in 2020 out of the University of Minnesota was inconsistent as the Fish managed his workload, posting a 5.68 ERA and 1.42 WHIP while striking out 46 in 57 innings over 11 starts. If the restrictions are off in 2025, Meyer is a post-hype prospect to target in the later rounds of deeper leagues. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Feb 15 | 12:20 | Max Meyer Working On New Sweeper |
ElExtraBase's Daniel Alvarez-Montes reports that Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (shoulder) is working on a new sweeper that has looked really good early in spring training as he faces hitters during live batting practice. Meyer looked good initially in 2024 in his return from Tommy John surgery before being sent to the minors to preserve his innings. When the 25-year-old returned to Miami later in the year, he wasn't as good before being shut down in September due shoulder bursitis. The 25-year-old is a full-go in camp this spring and should be on the radar of fantasy managers in deeper leagues as a post-hype sleeper. The former third overall pick in 2020 had a 5.68 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 11 starts last year with 46 strikeouts in 57 innings. It's possible the Marlins slow-play Meyer again early on in 2025, but he's still worth a late-round flier for his upside. |
Source: ElExtraBase - Daniel Alvarez-Montes | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Feb 14 | 16:13 | Max Meyer Faces Hitters On Friday |
Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (shoulder) faced hitters for the first time on Friday in spring training during a live batting practice session. Meyer appears to be on track to be ready for the start of the 2025 regular season in late March despite having his season cut short last September due to right-shoulder bursitis. As long as the 25-year-old doesn't have a setback during spring training, he figures to open the year in Miami's Opening Day rotation after going 3-5 with a 5.68 ERA (5.90 FIP) and 1.42 WHIP with a 46:19 K:BB in 57 innings covering 11 starts. His numbers last year should be taken with a grain of salt after recovering from Tommy John surgery in a season in which the Marlins purposefully held him back by sending him to the minors. Their remains plenty of upside for the former third overall pick, and he's worth a late-round flier in deeper fantasy leagues, even if he begins the year back in the minors. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Sep 7 2024 | 12:20 | Max Meyer Heading To The Injured List |
According to sources, the Miami Marlins are placing right-hander Max Meyer (undisclosed) on the 15-day injured list on Saturday due to an undisclosed ailment. Meyer will no longer be available to make his scheduled start on Sunday at LoanDepot Park in the series finale against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies. If Meyer has a minimal stint on the IL, he'll only be able to provide fantasy managers with one or two more starts to close out the year. The 25-year-old former third overall pick by the Fish in 2020 out of Minnesota, Meyer has been very inconsistent in 11 starts (57 innings) in 2024 in his second year in the big leagues, going 3-5 with a 5.68 ERA (5.92 FIP), a 1.42 WHIP and a 46:19 K:BB. He missed all of the 2023 campaign after Tommy John surgery. Don't sleep on him in 2025, though, as he could be a viable back-end starter in mixed leagues another year removed from his elbow surgery. |
Source: Fish On First - Isaac Azout | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Aug 13 2024 | 19:07 | Max Meyer Struggling In Return To The Majors |
Miami Marlins starting pitching prospect Max Meyer has had some trouble getting settled in his return to the major leagues. Meyer rejoined the Marlins on July 27 and has made four starts since. Through these outings, the 25-year-old has held a disappointing 7.91 ERA, 1.66 WHIP, and a 6:16 BB:K ratio. However, in his most recent start, he earned his first victory since returning as he tossed six 1/3 frames of four-run ball. In his first stint in the majors earlier this season, Meyer held a stellar 2.12 ERA and a 0.82 WHIP. Meyer is still worth holding onto in redraft formats as he has flashed upside in the majors before and could be turning the corner given his recent outing. |
Source: MiLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jul 30 2024 | 12:14 | Max Meyer Won't Be Limited To Close Out The Year |
Miami Marlins right-handed pitching prospect Max Meyer, the team's No. 3 prospect per MLB Pipeline, posted a 2.12 ERA through three starts early this year in the big leagues, but the Marlins decided to protect him and optioned him to Triple-A Jacksonville just 20 months removed from Tommy John surgery. Meyer wasn't allowed to go deeper than four innings in the minors until July 9, which was his 13th start with the Jumbo Shrimp. The 25-year-old made his long-awaited return to Miami on Saturday against the Brewers and is now back without workload restrictions the rest of the way in terms of pitches per start or innings. His slider and four-seam combination make him MLB Pipeline's No. 79 overall prospect, and he's worth rostering in most fantasy leagues for his upside the rest of the way, especially now that he's not being restricted. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jul 26 2024 | 12:27 | Max Meyer Joining Marlins, To Pitch This Weekend |
The Miami Marlins are calling up right-handed pitching prospect Max Meyer from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday, and the expectation is that he'll make a start during the weekend series versus the first-place Milwaukee Brewers. Per MLB Pipeline, Meyer is Miami's No. 3 prospect, so he immediately deserves attention from pitching-needy fantasy teams in at least deep-mixed leagues. The 25-year-old will face a tough matchup against the Brew Crew this weekend, but he had a strong 2.12 ERA with 14 strikeouts and three walks in three starts over 17 innings earlier this year before the Fish sent him to the minors to help manage his workload. Meyer's fantasy upside may be somewhat limited the rest of the way as the Marlins continue to play it safe with him, but the combination of his triple-digit fastball and wipeout slider give him intriguing strikeout upside. UPDATE: Meyer will start on Saturday against the Brewers and won't be capped at three to four innings like he was at Jacksonville. |
Source: Sports Grid - Craig Mish | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jul 17 2024 | 10:02 | Max Meyer Could Join Marlins In Second Half |
With the Miami Marlins likely to sell at the trade deadline, right-handed starting pitching prospect Max Meyer could be called up to join the rotation during the second half of the season. The 25-year-old struggled initially at Triple-A Jacksonville after being demoted early this season. But he has turned things around nicely lately, with a 0.57 ERA and 1.09 WHIP in three July starts. The Marlins' No. 3 overall prospect should fit nicely in the team's rotation given another opportunity. He is certainly a pitcher to watch in the second half of the season. If The Marlins wait until at least July 21 to bring Meyer back to the bigs, they will gain an extra year of control. |
Source: MILB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Jul 15 2024 | 15:44 | Max Meyer Throws Five Scoreless Innings In Triple-A |
On Sunday, Miami Marlins starting pitching prospect Max Meyer struck out six batters over five scoreless innings, allowing three hits and three walks. After making three starts with the big-league club, Meyer was demoted to Triple-A Jacksonville in mid-April. Through his first 11 starts (39 IP), he'd posted a 6.00 ERA, 1.59 WHIP, and a 46:18 K/BB. However, over his last three outings, he's allowed just one run. Since the start of July (15 2/3 IP), he's posted a 0.57 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 16:5 K/BB. Many expect the Marlins to sell at the upcoming Trade Deadline. If they ship away any starting pitchers, Meyer will likely be recalled. |
Source: Baseball Reference | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jul 3 2024 | 11:58 | Max Meyer Has Strong Outing At Triple-A |
Miami Marlins starting pitching prospect Max Meyer had his best outing at Triple-A in over a month on Tuesday when he tossed 4 2/3 shutout frames. He struck out six and allowed just three hits and two free passes. This is a great sign, as Meyer entered this game posting a 5.12 ERA and 1.45 WHIP in his previous five starts. The second-ranked prospect in the Miami system on MLB.com made the major-league roster out of spring training and performed quite well with a 2.12 ERA and 0.82 WHIP through three starts. He was then optioned to Triple-A with concerns regarding his innings limit. However, the Miami rotation is decimated with injuries, which makes Meyer an intriguing stash candidate in all standard leagues, as he could be nearing a return to the big leagues. |
Source: MiLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Jul 1 2024 | 19:01 | Max Meyer Quiet During June |
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer has been a name that has been talked about a lot recently about possibly joining the big league rotation. The 25-year-old has been less than impressive during his starts with Triple-A Jacksonville in June. Through four starts, Meyer has posted a 4.70 ERA, 1.57 WHIP, and 13/7 K/BB ratio during the month of June. The Marlins are expected to be sellers at the trade deadline. That being said, Meyer could receive a promotion to the big league roster. Meyer looked fairly decent in three starts before his demotion. The top prospect has excellent stuff on the mound but lacks command at times. Despite that, Meyer looks to be ready enough to return to the big league roster before the end of 2024. |
Source: milb.com | RotoBaller.com |
Mon May 27 2024 | 16:39 | Max Meyer Struggling In Triple-A |
Miami Marlins pitching prospect Max Meyer threw well in three starts at the big-league level to start the 2024 season. In 17 innings, he had a 2.12 ERA (3.71 FIP), 0.82 WHIP, and 14 strikeouts. Despite his success, Meyer was demoted to Triple-A Jacksonville after facing the Atlanta Braves on April 13. Since then, he hasn't been nearly as sharp, posting a 6.86 ERA and 26 strikeouts in 19.2 MiLB innings. One reason for his struggles is that he's given up 10 walks. He's also had some bad luck. Meyer currently has a .392 BABIP in Triple-A. The league-average BABIP is generally considered to be .300, so the rate at which he's surrendering hits on balls-in-play is almost certainly unsustainable. Thus, Meyer could have more success going forward. However, he'll likely need to improve his control before rejoining the Marlins' rotation. |
Source: Baseball Reference | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 20 2024 | 12:21 | Marlins Limiting Max Meyer's Workload |
The Miami Marlins recently optioned No. 3 prospect Max Meyer to Triple-A Jacksonville despite the fact that he had been the team's most consistent starter three turns through the rotation to begin the year. But Meyer missed 19 months due to Tommy John surgery in August of 2022, so his workload in 2024 was always going to be monitored closely. The most innings he's thrown in his professional career was 111 three years ago. Manager Skip Schumaker said Meyer won't be shut down, but he'll pitch once a week in three-inning stints for Jacksonville so he can be available to the Fish in the second half of the season. "There's not an exact date or timeline," Schumaker said of Meyer's return. The 25-year-old has a bright future in the big leagues, but his ceiling is capped significantly for fantasy managers in 2024. |
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola | RotoBaller.com |