Let’s just say it: Ivan Nova has struggled recently. In his last three starts, he has an average FanGraphs game score of 21, including one start at -10. In those three starts, Nova has a 7.65 FIP and a HR/FB rate at 27.3%, so he is getting crushed. Unfortunately, Cleveland hitters have caused problems for Nova in the past. They are slashing .379/.446/.636 against him, with Carlos Santana the biggest worry facing Nova tonight.
Even scarier than knowing Nova is on the mound is that Trevor Bauer will get the start against the Chicago White Sox.