Pierce Johnson

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Pierce Johnson Blows First Save In 2023

Colorado Rockies reliever Pierce Johnson (0-2) allowed two runs on two hits and a walk while striking out one over 2/3 of an inning during Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. He was tagged with the loss and charged with his first blown save of the season. The 32-year-old surrendered a double to Ketel Marte and allowed a walk-off base hit to Corbin Carroll. Johnson owns a 6.85 ERA, 1.88 WHIP, and 30 strikeouts over 22 1/3 innings. Johnson has struggled recently and could be losing his grip on Colorado's closer gig. The Rockies could turn to Daniel Bard or Brad Hand for future save opportunities if Johnson continues to struggle.

Jun 1 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Blows Four-Run Lead Against Marlins

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Pierce Johnson got lit up on Thursday, allowing four earned against the Miami Marlins. Johnson came into the game in the ninth and allowed four hits and a walk before being mercifully removed after recording only two outs. Technically this wasn't a blown save as it wasn't a save opportunity when he was called upon, but that might just make it worse. Johnson has been awful for most of the season, with a disastrous 6.53 ERA and 1.89 WHIP, but he somehow hasn't blown a save yet. Still, it seems like the Rockies could do better, especially with former closer Daniel Bard pitching to a 0.69 ERA. Be on the lookout for a change soon if Johnson's performance doesn't improve.

May 26 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Up To Eight Saves After Wednesday's Game

Colorado Rockies reliever Pierce Johnson earned his eighth save of the season when he closed out Wednesday's 11-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. He came into the game with one out in the ninth inning and three men on base, but the 32-year-old didn't allow a run to score while striking out a batter. Johnson owns a 5.29 ERA, 1.82 WHIP, 29.6% strikeout rate, and 14.8% walk rate over 17 innings but remains the closer in Colorado, even with 2022 closer Daniel Bard out pitching the former with a 0.96 ERA. The former San Diego Padre should be rostered in all formats, but if he eventually loses the ninth-inning role, he has almost no value.

May 18 · Source via Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Records Sixth Save

Colorado Rockies right-hander Pierce Johnson recorded his sixth save of the season in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Johnson faced five batters in the ninth and struck out two while allowing a double and a walk. Despite a 4.40 ERA in 2023, Johnson has been effective at the closer role and currently leads the team in saves. He has pitched in 14.1 innings and struck out 22 batters along with a 1.74 WHIP. He also owns a 31.7% K rate and a 12.7% walk rate. Once Daniel Bard went on the IL, Johnson immediately filled in as the interim closer. Although Bard has been reinstated, Johnson has played a critical role in high-leverage situations. He is an under-the-radar waiver wire pickup for leagues that account for saves.

May 10 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Earns Fourth Save Of Season Tuesday

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Pierce Johnson picked up his fourth save of the season in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Brewers. Johnson came in to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by one. He got the first out on a lineout, allowed a ground-rule double, got the second out on a groundout which advanced the tying run to third, and ended the game with a strikeout. The 31-year-old has done a decent job filling in as interim closer, converting all of his save opportunities with a 3.97 ERA, 13.50 K/9 rate, and 5.56 BB/9 rate. Daniel Bard is now back with the team and will likely be eased back into the closer's role, but it appears that Johnson is still the go-to should the Rockies find themselves in a save situation. The ERA and walks aren't great, but he is still worth a roster spot in deeper roto leagues at this time.

May 3 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Rockies Activate Daniel Bard

The Rockies have reinstated closer Daniel Bard from the injured list and optioned righty Peter Lambert to Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move, per a team announcement. Bard hasn’t pitched yet this season, as he opened the year on the injured list due to anxiety issues that have plagued him throughout his career. Bard was…

Apr 19 · MLB Trade Rumors Closers Rockies Daniel Bard Pierce Johnson Peter Lambert

Pierce Johnson Records Third Save

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Pierce Johnson has done a solid job filling in for Daniel Bard (personal) who is currently on the injured list. Johnson was called upon to hold a one-run lead against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. The right-hander allowed one walk, but was able to shut the door and record his third save of the season. It appears the Rockies are going to continue riding with Johnson at closer until Bard returns. That being said, Johnson should be rostered in all fantasy formats where saves matter.

Apr 9 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Records Second Save On Thursday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Pierce Johnson earned his second save of the season on Thursday, closing out the 1-0 victory over the Washington Nationals. He pitched a clean ninth inning with no baserunners and recorded a pair of strikeouts. Johnson is the only arm on the staff with a save under his belt and now owns a 3.00 ERA with a 54% strikeout rate over three innings of work. With Daniel Bard (anxiety) out for the time being, fantasy managers should expect the 31-year-old to be the main man coming on for the ninth inning until the former returns.

Apr 6 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson Earns Save On Friday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Pierce Johnson threw a scoreless ninth inning to nail down a 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday. Johnson allowed one hit and struck out two in the frame to pick up his first save of the 2023 season. The veteran reliever picked up three swinging strikes and a 42% CSW on 19 pitches in the inning of work. Johnson is expected to split the save chances for the Rockies with Dinelson Lamet and Brad Hand but he is worth a look in deeper leagues for fantasy managers looking for saves.

Apr 2 · Source via Closers Rockies Pierce Johnson

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