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Tony Santillan Blows Third Save for Reds, Time to Cut Ties?
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tony Santillan suffered another setback Saturday, blowing a save opportunity in an eventual extra-inning win vs. the Chicago Cubs. Santillan allowed two earned runs on two hits and two walks, including a home run in the ninth inning. The 29-year-old has now blown three saves this season and continues to trend in […]
Kirby Yates Earns Save for Angels, Worth Monitoring in Deeper Leagues?
Los Angeles Angels veteran reliever Kirby Yates picked up his first save of the season in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers. The right-hander delivered a clean ninth inning and struck out one batter while continuing his recent turnaround after an uneven start to the year. Yates now carries a 4.26 ERA and a […]
Nasim Nunez Emerging as Elite Speed Threat for Nationals
Washington Nationals infielder Nasim Nunez continued his breakout season on the bases Monday, stealing his 20th base of the year and tying Jose Ramirez for the MLB lead. The 25-year-old has been caught stealing just twice and continues to create pressure whenever he reaches base. Nunez owns a 29.8 mph sprint speed, which ranks in […]
Griffin Jax Emerging as Viable Waiver-Wire Target Amid Move to Rotation?
Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Griffin Jax continues to climb fantasy rankings after another strong outing on Tuesday. Jax allowed one earned run across five innings while striking out six batters against the Houston Astros. Since moving into the rotation in late April, the 31-year-old has posted a 1.62 ERA and 1.14 WHIP across four starts […]
Brett Baty Riding Hot Stretch, Worthy Streaming Option for Fantasy Lineups
New York Mets infielder Brett Baty has been red hot as of late, slashing .286/.355/.536 across his last seven games. His seven-game hitting streak came to an end Tuesday, but the 25-year-old continues to show signs of a major turnaround after a difficult start to the season. Now in his fifth year with the Mets, […]
Bryan Abreu Called on For One-Out Save, Worth Adding in Deeper Leagues
Houston Astros right-hander Bryan Abreu picked up his third save of the season on Tuesday, recording the final out in a 2-1 victory against the Minnesota Twins. Abreu worked around a hit batter and continued his strong stretch after a difficult start to the season. The 28-year-old has not allowed an earned run in May, […]
Tony Santillan Earns Second Save on Tuesday, Back on the Closer Radar?
Cincinnati Reds reliever Tony Santillan worked a clean and efficient inning on Tuesday to secure a 4-1 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies. Santillan needed just 10 pitches to earn his second save of the season while striking out two batters. The save was his first since April 18 and came after he blew two save […]
A.J. Ewing Fills Stat Sheet in MLB Debut, Viewed as Top Waiver-Wire Option
New York Mets rookie outfielder A.J. Ewing delivered an impressive MLB debut on Tuesday, going 1-for-2 with a triple, two RBI, three walks, and a stolen base. The fourth-round pick in the 2023 MLB Draft showcased multiple parts of his offensive profile and immediately drew attention as a fantasy waiver wire option. Ewing hit .290 […]
Is Rico Garcia the New Closer for the Orioles?
Baltimore Orioles right-hander Rico Garcia earned his third save of the season on Monday and continues to dominate opposing hitters in late-inning situations. With expected closer Ryan Helsley currently on the injured list, Garcia has stepped into a larger role and quickly become a leading option for saves in Baltimore. The 32-year-old has not allowed […]
Rangers Turn to Jacob Latz for Fifth Save, a Priority Target on the Waiver Wire
Texas Rangers left-hander Jacob Latz has been dominant in May, recording his fifth save of the season on Tuesday and his third across his last four games. With injuries continuing to impact the Rangers bullpen, Latz has stepped into a larger role and provided stability in ninth-inning situations. The 30-year-old owns a 0.83 ERA and […]
Caleb Kilian Tallies Second Save, Emerging as Closer to Roster in San Francisco
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian earned his second save of the season on Tuesday, recording four outs with one strikeout in a 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kilian has now received two save opportunities over his last five appearances and continues to emerge as the leading option for ninth-inning work in San […]
Abner Uribe Earns Fourth Save, Remains Must-Add Option in All Leagues
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Abner Uribe delivered another clean inning on Tuesday, earning his fourth save of the season in a 6-4 victory against the San Diego Padres. Uribe has allowed just one earned run through four appearances in May and continues to strengthen his grip on the Brewers' ninth-inning role. The 24-year-old now owns a […]
Gus Varland Looking to Rebound After Rough Stretch in Washington
Washington Nationals right-hander Gus Varland has struggled in recent outings, posting a 7.11 ERA across his last seven appearances. His season ERA has climbed to 4.80 during his first year in Washington, and his role in the back end of the bullpen may begin to shrink. Varland is still 4-for-6 in save opportunities and has […]
Jake Burger Off to Slow Start, Power Still Worth Monitoring
Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger has struggled through the early portion of the 2026 season, slashing .208/.242/.362 with a .604 OPS across 38 games. The power remains present for Burger, as he has already launched six home runs, but his 27.4 K% has continued to hurt his overall offensive production. Burger has not appeared […]
Cam Smith Looking to Rebound Amid Astros Outfield Competition
Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith has cooled off after a strong start to the season, slashing .151/.237/.226 across his last 15 games. Smith now owns a .642 OPS with four home runs through 40 games in 2026. The 23-year-old has flashed the offensive tools needed to succeed at the major league level, but consistency has […]
JJ Bleday Breaking Out With Reds, Emerging as High-End Power Source
Cincinnati Reds outfielder JJ Bleday has enjoyed an early breakout in his first season with the Reds. Bleday, the No. 4 overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft by the Miami Marlins, has bounced around the majors after struggling to find the consistent success many expected early in his career. He appears to have found […]
Caleb Kilian Emerging as Favorite for Giants Saves Opportunities?
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian could be in line for increased save opportunities after the club optioned struggling reliever Ryan Walker to Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday. Walker opened the season with inconsistent results and was unable to secure the closer role for San Francisco. Kilian has emerged as one of the Giants' most dependable […]
Seth Hernandez Promoted to High-A Greensboro After Dominant Start in Single-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted right-hander Seth Hernandez to High-A Greensboro after a dominant six-start run in the Single-A Florida State League. Hernandez, the No. 19 prospect in baseball and the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, logged 28 innings and allowed just three earned runs while piling up 50 strikeouts. The […]
Janson Junk Emerging as Top Waiver-Wire Target After Another Strong Showing
Miami Marlins right-hander Janson Junk continued his strong stretch on Monday, allowing one run across 5 1/3 innings while giving up five hits and one walk with four strikeouts. Junk now holds a 2.82 ERA and 1.04 WHIP through seven starts this season. He has consistently filled the strike zone, which has helped him work […]
Abner Uribe Entering Must-Roster Status as Brewers Primary Closer?
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Abner Uribe is quickly taking control of the ninth inning and is a must-roster option as he continues to build momentum. Uribe has recorded three saves with a 3.65 ERA and 1.05 WHIP, while other late-inning option Trevor Megill has struggled to a 6.00 ERA. Uribe's 28 percent strikeout rate supports his […]
Astros Turn to Bryan King for Another Save, Settling in as the Top Closer?
Houston Astros left-hander Bryan King appears to be solidifying his role as the top ninth-inning option with Josh Hader on the 60-day IL. Bryan King picked up his third save of the season on Tuesday, tossing two innings of one-run ball to secure the win. This performance marks two saves in his last two appearances […]
Graham Ashcraft Worth Stashing In Reds Bullpen After Major Injury?
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Graham Ashcraft may be a worthy stash after go-to closer Emilio Pagan suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's game. Late-inning opportunities should increase across the Reds bullpen, and the elite 1.02 ERA of Ashcraft poises him to be the next man up in leverage situations. After making a major jump across 62 […]
Ryan Zeferjahn Earns Save for Angels, Emerging as Potential Ninth-Inning Option?
Los Angeles Angels right-hander Ryan Zeferjahn notched his first save of the season during a four-out appearance on Tuesday, striking out three batters to limit the damage of two walks and one hit batter. After struggling in April, Zeferjahn appears to be trending positively in May with 3 1/3 scoreless innings tossed so far. This […]
Tony Santillan Poised to Slide Into Closer Role for Reds?
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tony Santillan is emerging as a key ninth-inning arm, recording three save opportunities over his last seven games. He has struggled with consistency at times in this role, but his 2.87 ERA and 1.28 WHIP make him a strong candidate to close games given Emilio Pagan's recent injury. On Tuesday evening, Pagan […]
Justin Wrobleski Excelling in Rotation, Waiver-Wire Value Soaring
Dodgers left-hander Justin Wrobleski has been elite in his transition back to a starting role this season, posting a 1.50 ERA and 0.97 WHIP through five games. Wrobleski has continued his steady growth entering his third year with Los Angeles and is climbing quickly within an already loaded rotation. The 25-year-old owns a 0.69 ERA […]
Randy Vasquez Shoving for Padres, a Must-Watch Waiver-Wire Arm
San Diego Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez has been dominant through five starts this season, posting a 1.88 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 30 strikeouts across 28 2/3 innings. Vasquez has allowed more than one run only once, showing impressive consistency in his third year with San Diego. The 27-year-old logged a 3.84 ERA in 28 games […]
Yankees Call Up Jasson Dominguez, Worth an Add After Dominant Start at Triple-A?
The New York Yankees have called up outfielder Jasson Dominguez after a dominant start at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Dominguez hit .306 with an .875 OPS and three home runs in 22 games, earning another opportunity with the first-place Yankees. The 23-year-old has flashed impact tools since debuting in 2023, but he has not yet delivered consistent […]
Jack Perkins Emerging as Athletics Closer, Waiver-Wire Value Rising
Athletics right-hander Jack Perkins is quickly emerging as the club's preferred ninth-inning option after recording saves in each of his last two appearances. Perkins has been one of the early surprises in the Athletics bullpen, posting a 3.18 ERA and 1.15 WHIP through six outings. Scott Barlow entered the season as the likely favorite for […]
Luis Gil Optioned to Triple-A, Yankees Rotation Role in Question
New York Yankees right-hander Luis Gil has been optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre following Sunday's 7-4 loss to the Houston Astros. Gil struggled in the outing, lasting four innings while allowing six runs on five hits, including two home runs. The 27-year-old has endured a difficult fifth MLB season after missing most of last year with […]
Blake Snell Set for Tuesday Rehab Start, Late-May Return in Sight
Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell (shoulder) is scheduled to make his second rehab start for the Ontario Tower Buzzers on Tuesday as he works back from a left shoulder injury. Snell has been on the 15-day injured list since March 22 and has not appeared in a game this season. He threw 32 pitches […]
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