Scouting Report: Ryne Nelson
Arizona Diamondbacks | SP
Overall
Summary
Ryne Nelson, Arizona Diamondbacks RHP, has shown significant improvement in May 2026 after a rough start to the season. Following back-to-back quality starts, Nelson posted his best outing on May 8 against the Mets, throwing 6.2 innings with 7 strikeouts and allowing just 1 run. His four-seam fastball (96.2 mph, 18.9 IVB) has regained its dominance with 6 whiffs and 7 called strikes in the recent start. Nelson has introduced a new two-seam fastball to complement his arsenal. After posting a 7.71 ERA in April, he has surrendered just 2 runs on 6 hits with 11 strikeouts across 12.1 innings in his last two May starts. The 28-year-old is gaining traction as a fantasy pickup with favorable matchups ahead.
Strengths
- Back-to-back quality starts in May
- Fastball regaining dominance with high whiff rates
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