Andrew Kittredge 2026 Fantasy Baseball Outlook: Andrew Kittredge Returns to Baltimore After Strong 2025 Campaign
Veteran relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge had a two-team stint between the Baltimore Orioles and the Chicago Cubs last season. In 54 total games pitched between the two teams, Kittredge registered a 4-3 record, 3.40 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and a career-best 10.9 K/9. The 35-year-old displayed excellent underlying numbers in 2025, thanks to his proficiency in getting hitters to chase outside the strike zone, with an MLB-leading 41.6 Chase%. He also had a career-high K-BB% of 25.5, which ranked among the top 8% of all MLB pitchers. During the offseason, Kittredge was traded back to the Orioles from the Cubs for cash considerations. ATC projections forecast Kittredge to record seven saves, 18 holds, 66 strikeouts, a 3.71 ERA, and a 4-4 record in 66 innings pitched. Kittredge has an NFBC ADP of 465. RotoBaller.com ranks Kittredge as No. 416 and No. 59 among relief pitchers. Per MLB.com's Jake Rill, Kittredge is one of the team's top relief options and will be a valuable fantasy asset in holds leagues. If Ryan Helsley were to miss any time, Kittredge could emerge as a prime waiver pickup during the season. He is likely the first reliever up in case of an injury to the current closer.
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