Dollander returned from Albuquerque for five innings of one-run work, flashing a four-pitch mix and solid fastball command. Despite three walks, his ability to regain the zone and post five strikeouts underscored his potential to contribute as Colorado navigates a brutal stretch of the schedule.

Dollander, a Rockies rookie, takes the ball against St. Louis in a test of rookie nerves versus a confident Cardinals lineup. His season numbers glow with upside, but the road environment and STL’s form demand a cautious approach for DFS exposure.

Dollander, rookie starter for Colorado, recalled from Triple-A to anchor a rotation in flux. He carries a 6.68 ERA across 15 starts and must navigate a Cardinals lineup that can bite when pitching isn’t at its best. The matchup is a true test of his MLB readiness and a potential fantasy pivot if he can suppress the Cards’ right-handed power.

Dollander returns from Triple-A Albuquerque to start for Colorado against Mikolas in a pivotal recall game. Fantasy importance hinges on whether the rookie can land competing counts early, control the zone, and avoid the first‐inning damage that plagued his minor league stretch. His matchup versus a dangerous Cardinals lineup will test his control and velocity gains, offering a high‐upside ceiling if he settles in.

Chase Dollander pitched effectively despite giving up 14 home runs this season. His performance against the Nationals showed potential for improvement, but concerns about his tendency to allow homers remain.