Who is the Oakland Athletics' Closer? Fantasy Baseball Saves Outlook

The Oakland Athletics are off to a rough 3-7 start to open the 2024 season. While their bullpen may not see many save opportunities throughout the season, a closer who can see double-digit chances is still valuable. Currently, the A’s have not had a save opportunity, so analyzing who will be given the first call […]

Jhoan Duran Hoping To Throw Bullpen Friday

Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Duran (oblique) is itching to get back out there and said he's hoping to throw his first bullpen session on Friday. Duran was forced to open the 2024 regular season on the injured list with an oblique injury, but he's been throwing pain-free on flat ground and is getting close to […]

Jordan Romano, Erik Swanson Expected To Pitch Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays relievers Jordan Romano (elbow) and Erik Swanson (forearm) are both expected to pitch on Thursday with Triple-A Buffalo, and they should both be active soon after that as long as they don't suffer setbacks. Romano dealt with right-elbow inflammation in spring training and began the year on the injured list, but he's […]

Who is the Nationals Closer? Fantasy Baseball Saves Outlooks

The Washington Nationals are projected somewhere around 60-70 wins for the 2024 season. They are playing amidst a challenging, competitive NL East. While they have some young talent, they lack a competitive lineup with only two top-100 preseason hitters coming into the year, CJ Abrams and Lane Thomas. Despite the lack of competitiveness, there may […]

Who is the Royals Closer? Fantasy Baseball Saves Outlooks

The Kansas City Royals are a storied franchise. With a World Series title in 2015, they were able to recapture the greatness of baby blue uniforms gone by. George Brett will always reign supreme on any "Best Of" list for the Royals, surrounded by more recent names like Salvador Perez, Alex Gordon, and Carlos Beltran. […]

Gregory Soto Earns First Save Of Season Monday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Gregory Soto earned his first save of the season in Monday's 5-3 extra-innings win over the Cardinals. Soto came in to pitch the bottom of the 10th inning up by two with an automatic runner on second. He got the first out on a fly-out, allowed a single, and ended the […]

Jeff Hoffman Blows Save, Earns Win Monday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman blew his second save of the season but earned his first win in Monday's 5-3 extra-innings win over the Cardinals. Hoffman came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by two. He got the first out on a strikeout, allowed a walk and a double, got […]

Evan Phillips Notches Fourth Save Of Season Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Evan Phillips picked up his fourth save of the season in Monday's 4-2 win over the Twins. Phillips entered the game to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by two and delivered a 1-2-3 outing with a strikeout. The 29-year-old has been excellent to start the season, converting all […]

Jorge Lopez Holds On For Save Monday

New York Mets relief pitcher Jorge Lopez managed to secure his first save of the season in Monday's 8-7 win over the Braves. Lopez came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by two. He allowed a leadoff double, got the first out on a fly-out, allowed an RBI single, and got […]

Justin Slaten - Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Boston Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten was drafted in 2019 and has had strong strikeout numbers at every stop in the minors. Between Double-A and Triple-A in 2023, he struck out 86 hitters over 59 2/3 IP. His MLB debut came in […]

Tejay Antone Needs Another Elbow Surgery

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that reliever Tejay Antone (elbow) will have another elbow surgery this Friday after he tore the tendon off the bone while also suffering a partial ligament tear. Antone has already had Tommy John surgery twice in 2017 and 2021. The Reds officially placed him on the 15-day injured list […]

John Brebbia Placed On 15-Day Injured List

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher John Brebbia (calf) was placed on the 15-day injured list ahead of the team's matchup against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Brebbia last appeared in a game on Friday against the Kansas City Royals, when he left the contest after just seven pitches. The 33-year-old dealt with a similar calf […]

Week 3 Waiver Wire Rankings: Taylor Ward, Mason Miller, Ceddanne Rafaela, Michael Busch, James McArthur, Colt Keith, more

Hey, RotoBallers! Welcome back to our fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings for Week 3 (April 8 - April 14) of the 2024 MLB season. Injuries continue to pile up, especially regarding pitchers. Fantasy managers will need to replace Spencer Strider, who is out indefinitely with damage to his UCL, while Shane Bieber will need Tommy […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 3

Welcome back to a new season of The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players whom fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone […]

James McArthur - Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 23% of Leagues ANALYSIS: William Smith was the presumptive closer for Kansas City to begin the season, but after an ineffective start that included six earned runs on four hits, a 4:2 BB:K, and a blown save, the veteran was removed from a save situation on […]

Tanner Banks To Serve As Opener On Monday

Chicago White Sox left-hander Tanner Banks is set to serve as the team's opener on Monday against the Guardians in Cleveland for the series opener. With Mike Clevinger yet to make his 2024 debut after signing late in spring training, the White Sox are being forced to go with a bullpen game every fifth day […]

Chris Stratton - Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 1% of Leagues ANALYSIS: William Smith was the presumptive closer for Kansas City to begin the season, but after a shaky start that included six earned runs on four hits, a 4:2 BB:K, and a blown save, the veteran was removed from a save situation on […]

Who is the Cubs Closer? Fantasy Baseball Saves Outlook

The Chicago Cubs have gone through their fair share of closers over the past few years. Chicago has had seven different closers since 2016, including Adbert Alzolay, David Robertson, and Craig Kimbrel in each of the past three seasons (2021 to 2023). The Cubs are hoping for some consistency in that role again in 2024 […]

Josh Hader Nabs First Save Of 2024

Houston Astros closer Josh Hader finally grabbed his first save of the season on Sunday in a 3-1 win over the Texas Rangers. Although he allowed a run on a hit and a walk in his inning of work, he (and fantasy managers) will take the save. Hader hasn't been himself this year, as he […]

Shawn Armstrong Picks Up Save, Pete Fairbanks Not Used

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Shawn Armstrong notched his first save of the season Sunday in a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rockies. This save was of the two-inning variety, as Armstrong threw the eighth and ninth. He allowed an inherited runner to score in the eighth and one of his own in the ninth […]

James McArthur Notches Second Save

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher James McArthur shut down the Chicago White Sox on Sunday to earn his second save in a 5-3 win. McArthur tossed a scoreless ninth, although he did allow a hit and a walk and brought the go-ahead run to the plate. McArthur now has two of the Royals' last three […]

Pierce Johnson Fills In Nicely On Sunday

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Pierce Johnson notched his first save of the season on Sunday in a 5-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Johnson threw a scoreless ninth, allowing just a hit. Usual closer Raisel Iglesias wasn't available in this one after pitching the previous two days, so Johnson was used to fill in. The […]

Kyle Finnegan Knocks Down Third Save

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan threw a scoreless ninth inning to finish off the Philadelphia Phillies in a 3-2 win. Finnegan walked one and struck out one. The 32-year-old had a bad outing in Cincinnati on opening weekend but has recovered nicely, going two-for-two in save chances with no hits allowed since. It appears […]

Camilo Doval Locks Down First Save

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Camilo Doval has experienced a rough start to the season with two runs allowed in 2 2/3 innings coming into Sunday's game. However, the right-hander was able to hold his own versus the San Diego Padres. Doval struck out the side while working around a two-out single by Jackson Merrill. […]

Tejay Antone To Undergo MRI

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (elbow) was pulled early during Sunday's appearance against the New York Mets. The 30-year-old was only able to throw one pitch before exiting the game due to elbow discomfort. Following the game, Reds' manager David Bell said Antone will undergo an MRI on Monday. This is a tough blow […]

Edwin Diaz Earns Second Save On Sunday

New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz earned his second save of the season by throwing a clean ninth inning. The right-handed pitcher struck out Jake Fraley on a foul tip on his first out, got Luke Maile to fly out to center field for the second, and tallied his second punch out against Nick […]

Mason Miller - Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 59% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Mason Miller was briefly a starter for the Oakland A's in 2023 until a UCL strain caused him to miss from mid-May to mid-September. Once he came back he was used more as an opener and a reliever in order to reduce […]

Nick Mariano's Week 3 Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The 2024 fantasy baseball season is hitting second gear and we've got a need for speed! Big injuries are seemingly a daily occurrence but we must battle through the barrage. Some of you may be taking on serious water but every weekend gives us […]

Twins-Guardians Postponed On Sunday

The contest between the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Guardians on Sunday in Minnesota has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will be made up on Aug. 9 at 1:10 pm as part of a split doubleheader. Obviously, fantasy baseball managers will want to remove any players from this game that they might have had […]

Carlos Estevez Locks Down Third Save Saturday

Los Angeles Angels closer Carlos Estevez nailed down the win for the Halos, retiring all three batters he faced in the ninth inning of Saturday's 2-1 win over the Red Sox. Estevez threw 15 pitches, 10 of them for strikes, and didn't allow a hit or a walk while striking out one batter on his […]