August 2, 2025
Detroit Tigers ace
Tarik Skubal struck out double-digit hitters for the eighth time this season and improved to 11-3 in a 7-5 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. The reigning AL Cy Young winner fanned 10 in seven innings and gave up three earned runs on five hits to collect his third straight quality start since the All-Star break. Skubal didn't walk anyone over 98 pitches (73 strikes), and he generated 20 whiffs against a strong lineup. The 28-year-old superstar ranks first in the majors in WHIP (0.83) and K-BB% (30.5), second in ERA (2.18) and strikeouts (181), and third in innings (140 2/3). He's slated to face the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. Skubal held them to one run over six innings on May 2.
--Connor ByrneSource: ESPN
August 2, 2025
Miami Marlins reliever
Calvin Faucher nabbed his 11th save of the season in a 2-0 win over the New York Yankees on Saturday. Faucher threw a 1-2-3 ninth inning with a strikeout and needed just 12 pitches to finish off the Yankees. The 29-year-old right-hander is riding a modest five-appearance scoreless streak and has dropped his ERA to 3.64 with a 1.33 WHIP, 42 strikeouts, and 19 walks over 42 innings. While Faucher leads the Marlins in saves and has gotten two in a row for the club, they've frustrated fantasy managers by using multiple relievers to close out games.
Ronny Henriquez, who has the second-most saves on the team (six), pitched a scoreless seventh inning to collect his 15th hold.
--Connor ByrneSource: ESPN
August 2, 2025
Detroit Tigers reliever
Kyle Finnegan made a positive first impression in his team debut in a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. The Tigers called on closer
Will Vest to pitch the eighth inning in a non-save situation against the top of the Phillies' lineup, but he wasn't up to the task. Vest left after allowing two earned runs on three hits and logging two outs. The Tigers then summoned Finnegan, acquired from the Washington Nationals at Thursday's trade deadline, in a 7-5 game. The 33-year-old right-hander retired four in a row to nab his 21st save of the season. Finnegan lowered his ERA to 4.24 (3.55 FIP) with a 1.24 WHIP and 33:14 K:BB in 40 1/3 innings. He's next in line for saves behind Vest, who has slumped lately.
--Connor ByrneSource: ESPN
August 2, 2025
Detroit Tigers closer
Will Vest had a rough outing in a non-save situation during a 7-5 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. Vest came in to pitch the bottom of the eighth inning with a 7-3 lead and yielded three hits, including a
Bryce Harper two-run homer, to turn the game into a nail-biter. He ended up retiring two batters (both via strikeout) before the Tigers replaced him with the just-acquired
Kyle Finnegan. Fortunately for Detroit, Finnegan notched a four-out save to secure the victory. Vest, meanwhile, has been shaky in three of his past four outings. He blew a save Friday and is 16 out of 21 on the year with a 2.85 ERA, a 1.12 WHIP, and 54:15 K:BB.
--Connor ByrneSource: ESPN
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August 2, 2025
Colorado Rockies relief pitcher
Seth Halvorsen (elbow) was removed early during Saturday's outing against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Halvorsen was only able to throw five pitches before being pulled out due to an elbow injury. Afterwards, interim manager Warren Schaeffer said that the injury didn't look good. The assumption is that Halvorsen will undergo further testing before they decide what to do next. If he misses time,
Victor Vodnik could be next in line for saves in Colorado. Fantasy managers will need to stay tuned for more updates.
--Andy WebbSource: Christian Saez
August 2, 2025
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher
Austin Cox will serve as the opener for Saturday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Originally,
Spencer Strider was supposed to take the ball, but the game was delayed for over an hour due to rain. That being said, the Braves have decided to save Strider's arm and go bullpen-game on Saturday. It's unclear who is going to get the ball after Cox goes an inning or so. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups with the shakeup in starters. Cox isn't a recommended streaming option for this one.
--Andy WebbSource: Gordon Wittenmyer
August 2, 2025
San Francisco Giants pitcher
Kai-Wei Teng took the mound for his first MLB start on Saturday. He made a handful of appearances out of the bullpen last season, but never made a start in the big leagues. The 26-year-old didn't have great results as he allowed five earned runs on four hits, while walking three batters and striking out four hitters. Teng was tagged for three runs in the first inning, but seemed to somewhat settle down after that. Manager Bob Melvin said Teng is expected to get another start after his lackluster outing on Saturday.
Landen Roupp (elbow) isn't quite ready to return yet, so Teng might get one more start. He won't be a recommended streaming choice after seeing Saturday's start.
--Andy WebbSource: Justice De Los Santos
August 2, 2025
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher
Spencer Strider has been scratched ahead of Saturday's start against the Cincinnati Reds. The game has been delayed due to rain for over an hour. That being said, the Braves have elected to go with a bullpen game, assuming they're able to play on Saturday. If it gets rained out, the two teams would likely make it up on Sunday. Strider already completed most of his warm up prior to this outing. It's unclear if the Braves would want him to pitch on Sunday or possibly wait until later in the week. The Braves haven't announced who would make the start for Saturday's game, assuming they play.
--Andy WebbSource: Gabe Burns
August 2, 2025
Los Angeles Angels first baseman/outfielder
LaMonte Wade Jr. was released by the organization on Saturday. This shouldn't come as a shock considering how poorly Wade has been playing with the Angels. In 30 games, Wade slashed .169/.260/.215 with one home run and three RBI. Before this season, Wade put together back-to-back strong campaigns with the San Francisco Giants. For some reason, everything is going wrong for Wade at the plate in 2025. He'll look to land with another organization, but will probably be forced to settle for a minor league contract.
--Andy WebbSource: Erica Weston
August 2, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder
Lars Nootbaar (ribs) was activated off the 10-day injured list on Saturday. Nootbaar is back in the mix after landing on the injured list in mid-July due to a ribs issue. The lineup isn't posted yet for Saturday's game versus the San Diego Padres. Regardless, Nootbaar figures to return to his everyday spot in the outfield. Before going down Nootbaar was slashing .227/.332/.381 with 12 home runs and 37 RBI in 88 games. He's not much of a fantasy option right now. In a corresponding move, infielder
Jose Fermin has been optioned to the minors.
--Andy WebbSource: St. Louis Cardinals
August 2, 2025
Texas Rangers third baseman
Jake Burger (quad) is beginning his rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Saturday. Burger has been swinging the bat since last week, but now is ready for a rehab assignment. The right-handed slugger has been out since mid-July due to a quad strain. The Rangers are hopeful that Burger can return in time for their upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies next weekend. Burger has struggled with the bat this season, but is a legitimate power threat when healthy.
--Andy WebbSource: Texas Rangers PR
August 2, 2025
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher
Matthew Boyd was outstanding on the mound during Saturday's outing against the Baltimore Orioles. The O's hitters had no answers for Boyd as he tossed seven shutout innings, allowing four hits, and striking out eight batters in the no-decision. Sadly for Boyd, the Cubs bullpen blew the game in the eighth inning. Boyd has allowed zero earned runs in four of his last five starts. He'll take a 2.34 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and a 118/29 K/BB ratio into his next outing against the St. Louis Cardinals. Boyd should be rostered and started in all fantasy formats right now.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 2, 2025
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher
Keegan Akin was called upon to hold a one-run lead versus the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. The Orioles took a late lead in this one and already had
Yennier Cano pitch in the eighth inning. That being said, Akin was tasked with getting the final three outs. It wasn't easy as he walked two batters, but also recorded two strikeouts in what ended up being his first save of the season. Akin figures to remain in the mix for saves alongside Cano right now.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 2, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder
Sal Frelick (knee) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. Frelick was pulled out of the game due to left knee soreness. Afterwards, the Brewers said that his removal from the contest was precautionary. The assumption is that Frelick will undergo further testing. For now, Frelick should be considered day-to-day. Before exiting, Frelick went 2-for-2 with a single and a double. Fantasy managers should check back on Sunday for another update.
--Andy WebbSource: Milwaukee Brewers
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