Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
2025 proj | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 61.0 | 62 | 19 | 62 | 26 | 3.85 | 1.322 | 12.6 |
2025 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 49.3 | 27 | 15 | 51 | 16 | 2.92 | 0.851 | 45.3 |
2024 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 66.7 | 77 | 25 | 66 | 36 | 4.86 | 1.530 | 2.8 |
2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 52.0 | 36 | 11 | 54 | 9 | 1.56 | 0.904 | 35.1 |
2022 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 61.7 | 66 | 17 | 66 | 30 | 4.38 | 1.346 | 9.6 |
2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 36.0 | 39 | 15 | 44 | 27 | 6.75 | 1.500 | -10.8 |
2020 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 15.0 | 9 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 1.80 | 0.800 | 31.0 |
2019 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 58.0 | 66 | 29 | 63 | 37 | 5.74 | 1.638 | -5.8 |
2018 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14.7 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 1.23 | 0.818 | 11.3 |
2017 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 23 | 10 | 20 | 12 | 4.38 | 1.338 | 2.9 |
2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 2.53 | 1.312 | 3.6 |
2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 2.25 | 0.875 | 4.2 |
Date | News |
7/30/25 | Mike Trout last of 4 Angels HBPs as benches clear with Rangers. The benches cleared in the eighth inning of the Los Angeles Angels' 8-5 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night, and even though no punches were thrown, emotions ran high after the game. Rangers reliever Shawn Armstrong hit Zach Neto and Mike Trout with consecutive pitches to load the bases, prompting Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery to walk toward the plate, wave his arms and yell at Texas manager Bruce Bochy. Source: https://abc7.com/post/mike-trout-last-4-angels-hbp... |
7/30/25 | Emotions run high, as 4 Angels batters are hit by pitches in 8-5 win over Rangers. The benches cleared in the eighth inning of the Los Angeles Angels' 8-5 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night, and even though no punches were thrown, emotions ran high after the game. Rangers reliever Shawn Armstrong hit Zach Neto and Mike Trout with consecutive pitches to load the bases, prompting Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery to walk toward the plate, wave his arms and yell at Texas manager Bruce Bochy. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/emotions-run-high... |
6/15/25 | Texas Rangers Reliever Sets Intriguing Pitching Record for Live Ball Era. The use of bullpen games by Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy this week has been nothing short of brilliant. The club has responded with two wins in that scenario and has won six of its last seven games overall. In addition to the brilliance, one reliever was perfect in Friday night's 3-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Shawn Armstrong threw a career-high 3.0 perfect innings in his first start of the season and 17th of his career. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/texas-rangers-... |
6/13/25 | Texas Rangers win second bullpen game of the week as another looms on Sunday. The bullpen game is never a high-percentage play. The Rangers have won a pair of bullpen games in the last week. On Friday, Shawn Armstrong stepped into the void and threw three perfect innings to lead a procession of seven pitchers in a 3-1 win over the Chicago White Sox. On Sunday, at Washington, Jake Latz had started with three no-hit innings before giving up one in the fourth on the way to another win. Source: https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/06/... |
5/25/25 | As Rockies whiff at near-record rate, Clint Hurdle says there's 'not enough angst about striking out'. On May 13, at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, the reeling Rockies had a rare chance to stage a game-winning rally in the ninth inning. Then, in succession, reliever Shawn Armstrong struck out Michael Toglia, Sean Bouchard and Owen Miller — all looking at strike three. Not coincidentally, Bouchard was subsequently optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque, and Miller was designated for assignment and is now a free agent. Source: https://www.denverpost.com/2025/05/25/rockies-stri... |
5/16/25 | Jacob deGrom Delivers Arguably Best Start for Texas Rangers in Debut Against Astros. Jacob deGrom unlocked his true self Thursday night against the Houston Astros: 8.0 innings pitched, zero runs, one walk, and seven strikeouts in a 1-0 pitching duel. Shawn Armstrong came in for his second save of the game. The New York Mets reaped the fruit of deGrom's extreme highs and frustrating, injury-riddled lows. When the Rangers signed deGrom, they signed up for the risk and dealt with it. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/jacob-degrom-d... |
1/06/25 | What to know about Texas Rangers Fan Fest as it returns for its 37th year. The Texas Rangers Fan Fest is back for its 37th year, offering fans the opportunity to meet with their favorite players before the season starts. Attendees will get the chance to talk to current players like Shawn Armstrong, Jose Corniell and Leody Taveras. According to the Rangers website, Fan Fest attendees can ask players to sign photos, baseballs and other memorabilia, but all items must fit into a 16-inch-by-16-inch-by-8-inch bag. Source: https://www.dallasnews.com/arts-entertainment/2025... |
12/24/24 | 5 things to know about Shawn Armstrong, the latest addition to Texas Rangers' bullpen. It's been a busy offseason for the Texas Rangers as they aim for a World Series return in 2025. Shawn Armstrong became the newest addition for the Rangers at reliever, signing a one-year deal with Texas on Monday. Be the smartest Rangers fan. Source: https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2024/12/... |
8/31/24 | Cubs add former Cards pitcher Armstrong to roster. The Chicago Cubs added right-hander Shawn Armstrong to their active roster on Saturday, one day after they claimed him off waivers from St. Louis. Armstrong is 3-2 with a 4.85 ERA in 49 games for the Rays and Cardinals this season, including seven starts. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/41073042/chica... |
8/30/24 | Cubs claim Cardinals right-handed reliever off waivers. The Cubs have claimed Cardinals right-handed reliever Shawn Armstrong off waivers, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Friday. The Cardinals recently designated Armstrong, 33, for assignment. They traded outfielder Dylan Carlson to the Rays in exchange for Armstrong at the previous MLB trade deadline. Now, he’ll enter a Cubs bullpen that ranks eighth in bullpen ERA across the league (3.73 ERA).... Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/cubs-claim-cardinals-hand... |
8/27/24 | Cardinals release player acquired in Dylan Carlson trade. The St. Louis Cardinals upgraded their bullpen at the trade deadline by bringing in reliever Shawn Armstrong in a deal that sent Dylan Carlson to the Tampa Bay Rays. The Cardinals were buyers at the deadline with the hope of making a playoff push over the second half of the season. In a bit of a head scratching move, St. Louis designated Armstrong for assignment on Tuesday, according to The Athletic's Katie Woo. The team will replace the 10-year veteran with righty reliever Riley O'Brien. Source: https://clutchpoints.com/cardinals-news-release-pl... |
7/30/24 | Rays make two small deadline day deals, but a big statement. ST. PETERSBURG — After all the extensive work done and all the moves made by the Rays leading up to the trade deadline, dealing seven veteran players from the major-league roster, Tuesday turned out to be more about what they didn’t do. They made only two somewhat small deals by the 6 p.m. cutoff, trading reliever Shawn Armstrong to the Cardinals for outfielder Dylan Carlson, a 2016 ... Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/rays-quiet-deadline-day-o... |
7/23/24 | Blue Jays host the Rays to start 3-game series. Tampa Bay Rays (50-50, fourth in the AL East) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (45-54, fifth in the AL East) Toronto; Tuesday, 7:07 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Rays: Shawn Armstrong (2-2, 5.91 ERA, 1.64 WHIP, 45 strikeouts); Blue Jays: Jose Berrios (8-7, 4.01 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 87 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Blue Jays -159, Rays +134; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Toronto Blue Jays start a three-game series at home against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Toronto is 22-26 at home and 45-54 overall. The Blue Jays have the seventh-ranked team on-base percentage in the AL at .311. Tampa Bay has gone 23-23 in road games and 50-50 overall. The Rays have a 19-7 record in games when they did not Source: https://www.mankatofreepress.com/ap/sports/blue-ja... |
6/29/24 | Rays bullpen, bats melt down in loss to Nationals. ST. PETERSBURG — The usually-reliable Shawn Armstrong gave up six runs in the seventh inning, and the Rays were held to two hits as the Nationals romped 8-1 Saturday in front of an announced crowd of 17,501 at Tropicana Field. The Rays dipped below .500 at 41-42. They’ll wrap up this homestand Sunday with the Nationals (39-43), hoping they can clinch their fourth straight series. Armstrong has ... Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/rays-bullpen-bats-melt-do... |
5/29/24 | Tampa Bay Rays vs. Oakland Athletics odds, tips and betting trends. The Oakland Athletics (23-34) and Tampa Bay Rays (27-29) will meet on Thursday at Tropicana Field, starting at 1:10 PM ET. The Athletics (+121 underdog on the moneyline) are away versus the Rays (-143). The Rays will give the ball to Shawn Armstrong (1-1) versus the Athletics and Ross Stripling (1-9). Source: https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/article/tampa-... |
4/29/24 | Rays Snap Skid, Take Opener From Brewers. The Tampa Bay Rays (14-16) defeated the Milwaukee Brewers (17-11) 1-0 on Monday night in Milwaukee. The win snaps a three-game skid for Tampa Bay, who were swept by the White Sox in Chicago over the weekend. A bullpen combination of Shawn Armstrong, Kevin Kelly and Jason Adam combined to secure the shutout. Adam allowed the bases loaded in the ninth but got out of it to earn his first save of the season. Source: https://969thegame.iheart.com/content/2024-04-29-r... |
9/30/23 | Bichette leads Blue Jays against the Rays after 4-hit game. Tampa Bay Rays (97-63, second in the AL East) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (89-71, third in the AL East) Toronto; Saturday, 3:07 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Rays: Shawn Armstrong (1-0, 1.59 ERA, .88 WHIP, 54 strikeouts); Blue Jays: Hyun Jin Ryu (3-3, 3.31 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 37 strikeouts) FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Rays -114, Blue Jays -105; over/under is 9 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Toronto Blue Jays play the Tampa Bay Rays after Bo Bichette had four hits on Friday in an 11-4 win over the Rays. Toronto is 89-71 overall and 43-36 at home. Blue Jays hitters are batting a collective .256, the eighth-best team batting average in MLB play. Tampa Bay is 44-35 in road games and 97-63 overall. The Rays are 76-14 Source: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/... |
8/12/23 | Guardians vs. Rays Probable Starting Pitching. The Tampa Bay Rays (70-48) host the Cleveland Guardians (56-61) at 4:10 PM ET on Saturday. The Rays will call on Shawn Armstrong against the Guardians and Gavin Williams (1-3). Bet Now: Get the latest odds for this matchup and pitcher props on BetMGM. New depositors can use bonus code "GNPLAY" for special offers! Guardians vs. Rays Pitcher Matchup Info Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023 Time: 4:10 PM ET TV: BSSUN Location: St. Petersburg, Florida Venue: Tropicana Field Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo! Probable Pitchers: Armstrong - TB (0-0, 1.15 ERA) vs Williams - CLE (1-3, 2.90 ERA) Watch live MLB games on all your devices! Sign up now for a free trial to Fubo! Explore More About This Game Source: https://www.13abc.com/sports/betting/2023/08/12/gu... |
7/06/23 | Rays look to snap four-game losing streak against Phillies - ESPN 98.1 FM. The Tampa Bay Rays have led the American League East throughout the entire season with a 57-32 record. With the All-Star break approaching, the Rays will look to avoid a sweep against the Phillies Thursday. Tampa Bay's once massive lead in the AL East has shrunk down to a five-game lead over the Baltimore Orioles. Getting the start on the mound for the Rays is righthander Shawn Armstrong. Source: https://www.wruf.com/headlines/2023/07/06/rays-loo... |
6/07/23 | Twins vs. Rays Probable Starting Pitching. The Minnesota Twins (31-30) will try to stop a three-game losing streak when visiting the Tampa Bay Rays (44-19) at 6:40 PM ET on Wednesday. The probable pitchers are Shawn Armstrong for the Rays and Pablo Lopez (3-3) for the Twins. Source: https://www.valleynewslive.com/sports/betting/2023... |