Max Scherzer Added to ALCS Roster

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer has been added to the roster ahead of the upcoming ALCS versus the Seattle Mariners. Scherzer was left off the ALDS roster, but figures to be needed for this upcoming best of seven series. The 41-year-old posted a 5.19 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 83/23 K/BB ratio across […]

Bryan Woo Makes ALCS Roster

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo (pectoral) has made the ALCS roster against the Toronto Blue Jays in the upcoming best-of-seven series that starts in Toronto on Sunday night. Woo is back after missing the ALDS due to a pectoral issue. His return is a huge lift for this pitching staff in this seven-game series. […]

Bo Bichette Won't Make ALCS Roster

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (knee) won't be on the ALCS roster for their series against the Seattle Mariners due to a knee sprain that has kept him out since early September. Bichette recently faced live pitching and was able to run the bases on Saturday. However, Bichette reportedly said he felt discomfort when […]

Bo Bichette Resumes Running Ahead of ALCS

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (knee) faced live pitching on Friday and resumed running the bases on Saturday, according to manager John Schneider. That being said, Bichette remains questionable for the upcoming ALCS versus the Seattle Mariners. He's currently sidelined with a sprained knee, but appears to be making good progress. The Jays are […]

Kyle Tucker Unsure About Returning to Chicago

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker said he's unsure if he'll re-sign with the organization this offseason. As expected, Tucker is expected to head to free agency after his one season on the North Side. He was able to help the Cubs win a postseason series, but they ultimately fell short to the Milwaukee Brewers in […]

Jordan Lawlar to Play Winter Ball

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Jordan Lawlar is expected to switch positions this upcoming season. He came up as a shortstop, but that position is currently held by Geraldo Perdomo. The D-Backs attempted to put Lawlar at third base this past season, but he struggled defensively. The 23-year-old is at the point in his development where he […]

Bryce Miller Named Game 1 Starter for ALCS

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryce Miller has been named the Game 1 starter for the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays. The team has made it official that Miller will take the ball for the first game of the series on Sunday. Miller tossed 4.1 innings on Wednesday, so he'll be pitching on short rest. […]

Trevor Megill Starting Game 5 on Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed relief pitcher Trevor Megill has been named the opener for Saturday's Game 5 of the National League Division Series against the division-rival Chicago Cubs. It appears Megill will start in what will be a bullpen game for the Brewers in this elimination contest. The All-Star closer missed time down the stretch, but […]

Drew Pomeranz Named Opener for Game 5

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Drew Pomeranz has been named the opener for Saturday's Game 5 of the NLDS versus the Milwaukee Brewers. It looks like the Cubs are using a bullpen game in this elimination contest. The veteran left-hander has been solid for the Cubs both in the regular season and postseason. So far, Pomeranz […]

Miguel Rojas Planning to Retire Following 2026 Season

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas said that he plans to retire after the 2026 season, per Doug McKain of Dodgers Nation. Rojas also said he is hoping to finish his career with one more season of playing for the Dodgers. The 36-year-old slashed .262/.318/.397 with seven home runs, 27 RBI, 35 runs scored, and […]

Kyle Finnegan Hoping to Return to Detroit in 2026?

Detroit Tigers right-hander Kyle Finnegan said he "loved every second of his time" in Detroit and hopes "the feeling is mutual," per Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. The Tigers acquired Finnegan from the Washington Nationals in a mid-season deal. In 18 innings (16 games) for Detroit, the 24-year-old pitched to a 1.50 ERA and 0.72 […]

Kevin Gausman Listed as Blue Jays' ALCS Game 1 Starter

Toronto Blue Jays veteran starting pitcher Kevin Gausman is listed as the team's starting pitcher for Game 1 of the American League Championship Series, according to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. Gausman and the Blue Jays will take on the Seattle Mariners starting on Sunday. The 34-year-old went 10-11 with a 3.59 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and […]

Gleyber Torres Will Undergo Surgery to Repair Sports Hernia

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (hernia) is planning to undergo sports-hernia surgery now that his team's season has come to a close, per Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. Torres reportedly said he had been playing through the injury for the past month. The 28-year-old is entering free agency this winter after posting a .256/.358/.387 […]

Bryan Woo Expected to be on Mariners' ALCS Roster

Seattle Mariners President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto said that starting pitcher Bryan Woo (pectoral) is expected to be part of the team's roster for the American League Championship Series, according to Adam Jude of The Seattle Times. Woo has not pitched since September 19 due to pectoral tightness. The 25-year-old was arguably Seattle's best […]

Carlos Narvaez Undergoes Knee Surgery

The Boston Red Sox announced that catcher Carlos Narvaez (knee) underwent a successful left-knee meniscectomy on Wednesday, according to Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald. The procedure was performed by Dr. Eric Berkson at Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center. Fellow backstop Connor Wong also had hand surgery this week, but both catchers are expected to […]

Connor Wong Undergoes Hand Surgery

The Boston Red Sox announced that catcher Connor Wong (hand) had successful right-hand carpal-boss excision on Thursday, according to Christopher Smith of Mass Live. The procedure was performed by Dr. Matthew Leibman at Mass General Brigham Hospital. The surgery was considered more of a minor procedure, so Wong should be ready to report to spring […]

Albert Suarez Diagnosed With Mild Flexor Strain

The Baltimore Orioles are saying that right-hander Albert Suarez (forearm) suffered a mild forearm flexor strain during his last appearance of the season on Sept. 14, according to Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner. Suarez has continued his rehab into the winter, and the Orioles expect him to begin a throwing progression in the coming […]

Albert Pujols the Front-Runner for Angels Managerial Job?

The Los Angeles Angels interviewed legendary slugger Albert Pujols for their managerial job on Thursday, Sam Blum and Katie Woo of The Athletic report. While a deal isn't imminent, the meeting went well enough that the job is considered Pujols' if he wants it. Otherwise, the Angels could pivot to another of their former players, […]

Paul Goldschmidt Plans to Play Next Year

New York Yankees first baseman and soon-to-be free agent Paul Goldschmidt plans to continue his career in 2026, Jon Heyman of the New York Post relays. "I love playing," the 38-year-old said after the Toronto Blue Jays eliminated the Yankees from the playoffs on Wednesday. A former Arizona Diamondback and St. Louis Cardinal, Goldschmidt signed […]

Cody Bellinger Plans to Opt Out of Contract

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger plans to opt out of the final season of his contract and become a free agent, Jorge Castillo of ESPN.com reports. With a $25 million player option and a $5 million buyout, Bellinger will leave $20 million on the table if he chooses to reach free agency. However, he […]

Munetaka Murakami Will be Posted This Winter

The Yakult Swallows of Nippon Professional Baseball will post Japanese corner infielder Munetaka Murakami this winter, making him available to all 30 major league teams, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. Once Murakami is posted, he'll have 45 days to negotiate with MLB clubs. At 25 years old and with more than six seasons of professional […]

Bryan Woo Throws Bullpen Session

Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo (pectoral) threw an up-down bullpen session of around 30 pitches on Friday, Adam Jude of the Seattle Times reports. The AL West-winning Mariners have gone without Woo since he left what turned out to be his final regular-season start on Sept. 19 with pectoral tightness. If the Mariners defeat the […]

Nathan Eovaldi has Hernia Surgery, Should be Ready for Spring Training

Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (hernia) underwent surgery on Wednesday for a sports hernia, baseball sources told Jeff Wilson of AllDlls.com. Eovaldi, who was excellent with a 1.73 ERA for the Rangers when he did pitch in 2025, was shut down in August with a rotator-cuff strain in his right shoulder. While it's more bad […]

Bo Bichette Not a Lock to Return for ALCS

The Toronto Blue Jays got the job done and beat the division-rival New York Yankees in the American League Division Series without star shortstop Bo Bichette (knee), who has been out with a PCL in his left knee since Sept. 6. Before Wednesday's series-clinching win over New York, Bichette ran on the field after taking […]

Reed Garrett Undergoes UCL Reconstruction, to Miss All of 2026

The New York Mets announced that right-handed reliever Reed Garrett (elbow) underwent "UCL reconstruction" surgery on Wednesday, according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. It will be Garrett's second surgery on his right elbow this year, as he also went under the knife to deal with a nerve issue in his arm. It's not the ideal […]

Jose Iglesias Suspended One Game for Unprofessional Conduct

San Diego Padres infielder Jose Iglesias was given a one-game suspension from Major League Baseball and an undisclosed fine for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires after Game 3 of the wild-card round at Wrigley Field when the Padres were eliminated by the Chicago Cubs, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Shortstop Xander Bogaerts was also fined. […]

George Kirby Starting Deciding Game 5 of ALDS on Friday

Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby will start the fifth and deciding game in the American League Division Series against the Detroit Tigers at T-Mobile Park on Friday, according to Shannon Drayer. Kirby will be opposed by Cy Young candidate Tarik Skubal for Detroit. The 27-year-old Kirby is looking for a second straight strong performance to […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Playoffs Week 2 (2025)

It's been a fun start to the playoffs and there's still so much more to go! Just the Wild Card games and the Division Series have shown how differently bullpens are used compared to in regular season. Every single out is more precious than ever (unless you're a Phillies batter giving one up for free […]

Tanner Scott Removed From NLDS Roster After Lower-Body Procedure

Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed reliever Tanner Scott (lower body) was removed from the team's roster during the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies after having a lower-body abscess procedure, according to manager Dave Roberts. Scott, who had not appeared out of L.A.'s bullpen at all during the postseason, will be replaced on the […]

Max Muncy Sitting Again Against Lefty in Game 4 of NLDS

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy will take a seat again with a left-hander on the mound in Game 4 of the National League Division Series on Thursday against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies and southpaw Cristopher Sanchez. Enrique Hernandez will make the start at the hot corner and will hit eighth against Sanchez. Muncy, […]