Atlanta Braves · Pitcher
The 32-year-old right-hander looks to build on his successful 2024 All-Star campaign after a strong early 2026 showing, posting a 3-1 record with a 3.47 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through limited early-season action. López offers fantasy managers a steady innings contributor with moderate strikeout upside—his 40 strikeouts through 46.2 innings suggest he can reach 150-160 Ks if he stays healthy over a full season. The main risk heading into 2026 centers on durability, as he threw just 5 innings in 2025, but his early returns indicate he's reclaimed his role in Atlanta's rotation and should deliver solid ERA and WHIP numbers with wins accumulation in a competitive Braves lineup. Expect him to function as a reliable back-of-the-rotation starter who can outperform his age if he avoids injury.
Reynaldo López returns to elite form in Braves win
Atlanta Braves starter Reynaldo López delivered a one-run performance in a 5-1 victory over St. Louis, suggesting a return to his 2024 form after previous struggles. López's strong outing indicates he may be regaining consistency in the rotation. Fantasy managers should have renewed confidence in his value.
Jul 2, 2026
Reynaldo López Gets Another Starting Opportunity
Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López received another chance to start on Friday versus San Francisco, allowing one run on four hits with one strikeout over three innings in a no-decision. López continues to audition for a potential rotation role alongside Waldrep as the Braves evaluate their pitching depth.
Jun 27, 2026
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Washington Nationals | 11 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 4.91 | 1.57 | 42 | 44.0 | 22 |
| 2017 | Chicago White Sox | 8 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4.72 | 1.32 | 30 | 47.2 | 14 |
| 2018 | Chicago White Sox | 32 | 32 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 3.91 | 1.27 | 151 | 188.2 | 75 |
| 2019 | Chicago White Sox | 33 | 33 | 10 | 15 | 0 | 5.38 | 1.46 | 169 | 184.0 | 65 |
| 2020 | Chicago White Sox | 8 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6.49 | 1.63 | 24 | 26.1 | 15 |
| 2021 | Chicago White Sox | 20 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3.43 | 0.95 | 55 | 57.2 | 13 |
| 2022 | Chicago White Sox | 61 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2.76 | 0.95 | 63 | 65.1 | 11 |
| 2023 | 3 teams▼ | 68 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 3.27 | 1.27 | 83 | 66.0 | 34 |
| 2024 | Atlanta Braves | 26 | 25 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1.99 | 1.11 | 148 | 135.2 | 42 |
| 2025 | Atlanta Braves | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.40 | 2.20 | 1 | 5.0 | 2 |
| 2026 | Atlanta Braves | 21 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3.18 | 1.27 | 51 | 56.2 | 24 |
| Career | Totals | 289 | 131 | 51 | 55 | 6 | 3.89 | 1.27 | 817 | 876.3 | 317 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | DSL Nationals | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3.38 | 1.59 | 9 | 10.2 | 5 |
| 2013 | 2 teams▼ | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16.88 | 3.00 | 4 | 5.1 | 1 |
| 2014 | 2 teams▼ | 16 | 16 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1.08 | 0.82 | 70 | 83.1 | 26 |
| 2015 | Potomac Nationals | 19 | 19 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 4.09 | 1.22 | 94 | 99.0 | 28 |
| 2016 | 2 teams▼ | 19 | 19 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 3.21 | 1.14 | 126 | 109.1 | 35 |
| 2017 | Charlotte Knights | 22 | 22 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 3.79 | 1.24 | 131 | 121.0 | 49 |
| 2021 | Charlotte Knights | 10 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 7.62 | 1.90 | 50 | 39.0 | 21 |
| 2024 | Gwinnett Stripers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.75 | 1.75 | 4 | 4.0 | 1 |
| Career | Totals | 94 | 89 | 26 | 32 | 1 | 3.72 | 1.23 | 488 | 471.2 | 166 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand