Dominic Leone Fantasy Baseball Updates - Ben Rosener’s MLB Beat

This column aims to cover any fantasy baseball news, big or small, and how it pertains to your fantasy team. Has a player who's usually been hitting in the middle of a lineup suddenly batting eighth or ninth for an extended period? The fantasy implications will be covered here. The same goes for injuries and […]

Closers and Saves Waiver Wire Report for Fantasy Baseball - Week 23

We're getting real close, folks. Some fantasy baseball leagues have already started their playoffs and most others aren't too far away from the first round. It's baseball, so every stat always matters, but never as much as in the playoffs. One save, one hold, one earned run allowed, one strikeout...we've all seen or at least […]

Daniel Hudson Unlikely To Return This Season

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Daniel Hudson (knee) is a longshot to return this season, according to manager Dave Roberts. This isn't surprising news, as things looked bleak after Hudson sprained his MCL in his right knee in his third appearance after returning from a torn ACL in his other knee. The Dodgers probably won't […]

Pedro Grifol To Stick Around For 2024 Season

New Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz said on Thursday that manager Pedro Grifol will be the team's manager in 2024. Getz also said during a press conference that "nobody is untouchable" on the team's 40-man roster. Grifol is in his first year as the skipper in 2023. There have been reports of poor […]

Dodgers Send Ryan Pepiot Down

The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned right-hander Ryan Pepiot to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday and activated right-hander Shelby Miller (neck) from the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. Pepiot picked up his first win of the season in his first start of the year on Wednesday, when he tossed five scoreless innings with only […]

Alex Lange Blows Save Versus Yankees

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Lange failed to convert on a save opportunity against the Yankees on Thursday. Lange was called upon to preserve a three-run lead in the ninth frame but got off to a rocky start as Oswaldo Cabrera bunted for a single. After he struck out Kyle Higashioka, Lange allowed a base […]

Chris Getz Named New White Sox GM

The Chicago White Sox officially named Chris Getz their new general manager on Thursday. The former infielder was promoted to senior vice president/general manager after turning 40 on Wednesday. He had been the team's director of player development and an assistant general manager since 2017. Getz will take over after former executive vice president Kenny […]

Cubs To Call Up Shane Greene

The Chicago Cubs are promoting veteran right-hander Shane Greene when rosters expand on Friday. The 34-year-old has been starting at Triple-A Iowa, according to sources, but he hasn't started a major-league game since 2016. Since then, he's picked up 67 saves in the majors, mostly with the Detroit Tigers. Greene last appeared in the big […]

Pedro Avila Making The Start Thursday

San Diego Padres right-hander Pedro Avila is getting another start on Thursday against the visiting San Francisco Giants. In his second start of the season and third of his career last weekend against the Milwaukee Brewers, Avila wasn't so hot, giving up five earned runs and two walks in 4 1/3 innings pitched before left-hander […]

Reynaldo Lopez, Matt Moore Heading To Cleveland

The Cleveland Guardians claimed relief pitchers Reynaldo Lopez and Matt Moore off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday, according to a source. Cleveland also landed starter Lucas Giolito as they try to make up ground in the American League Central -- they're currently five games behind the Twins. The 29-year-old Lopez will move […]

When Will Mason Miller Return From The Injured List? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

Mason Miller made his major league debut on April 19. The Oakland A’s prospect’s promotion came as a surprise to many, considering he has had less than 40 innings of seasoning in the minors since being drafted in 2021. The 25-year-old flamethrower made the most of the opportunity, though, and in his first four starts […]

Alex Faedo Being Moved To Relief Role

Detroit Tigers right-hander Alex Faedo will be moved from the starting rotation to the bullpen for now as a multi-inning reliever, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Faedo might have some "scheduled" relief outings of two to three innings and could also piggyback with left-hander Joey Wentz. It's still possible that Faedo makes a start or […]

Andrew Nardi Leaves Wednesday's Game Early

Miami Marlins left-hander Andrew Nardi (hand) exited Wednesday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays prematurely after taking a comebacker off his left hand. The X-rays came back negative, but there's still a chance the 25-year-old will need time on the injured list. Nardi is having a breakout season in the bullpen, pitching to a 2.91 […]

David Bednar Records Wednesday's Save

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander David Bednar was tasked with the ninth inning of Wednesday's 4-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals, and he shut the door, allowing one hit and no runs with a strikeout to earn the save. It was his 29th save of the season to go along with a 2.13 ERA and 1.11 […]

Alexis Diaz Gets Back On Track Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Alexis Diaz pitched the ninth inning of Wednesday's 4-1 win over the San Francisco Giants, allowing no hits and one walk while striking out one to earn the save. It was his first outing since blowing the save on Saturday when he gave up three runs to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Diaz has […]

Carlos Estevez Notches His 29th Save

Los Angeles Angels reliever Carlos Estevez recorded the save during Wednesday's 10-8 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, pitching a perfect ninth inning while striking out a pair. It was his 29th save of the season, and he also owns a 3.33 ERA and 1.43 WHIP with 67 strikeouts across 54 innings of work. Estevez doesn't […]

Joe Kelly To Throw Bullpen Session

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (forearm) is set to throw a bullpen session on Friday. The right-hander has been out for over two weeks while battling forearm discomfort. The hope is that Kelly will be able to progress to a simulated game on Tuesday, assuming everything goes well during Friday's bullpen session. It […]

Mark Melancon Begins Throwing Bullpen Sessions

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Mark Melancon (shoulder) is beginning to throw bullpen sessions to help build up his arm strength. The 38-year-old started his throwing program back in late-May. However, he recently was cleared to begin doing bullpen sessions. The veteran reliever has been out all season due to a lingering shoulder issue. At this […]

Ryan Pressly Secures 29th Save

Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryan Pressly has been one of the more reliable closers throughout this season. The 34-year-old was called upon to protect a three-run lead versus the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday. He allowed a two-out single to Triston Casas, but was able to get out of the inning without any damage. The […]

Kendall Graveman Dealing With Back Discomfort

Updating a previous report, Houston Astros relief pitcher Kendall Graveman (back) left his appearance on Wednesday against the Boston Red Sox with lower-back discomfort and he'll be evaluated in Houston on Thursday. Graveman picked up his 11th hold of the season and allowed a hit and a walk in just two-thirds of an inning before […]

Andres Munoz Picks Up His 11th Save On Wednesday

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Andres Munoz earned the save on Wednesday when he worked a scoreless ninth inning to go along with one strikeout in a 5-4 win over the Oakland Athletics. The M's clawed back to gain a narrow one-run lead in the seventh inning and Matt Brash did his thing in the eighth […]

Kendall Graveman Exits Early On Wednesday

Houston Astros relief pitcher Kendall Graveman (undisclosed) was forced to exit early during Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. The right-hander left with a trainer after displaying some discomfort on the mound. This is obviously concerning considering Graveman is one of the more important pieces to the Astros' bullpen. The hope is that this […]

Michael King To Make Another Start Sunday

New York Yankees right-hander Michael King is lined up to make another start for the Yankees this Sunday against the Houston Astros on the road. King has earned another start for the Bombers after pitching four scoreless innings while striking out five during a 61-pitch outing against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday. The 28-year-old has […]

Ryan Helsley, Lars Nootbaar Likely To Return Friday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley (forearm) and outfielder Lars Nootbaar (groin) are expected to be activated from the injured list by Friday when major-league rosters expand, according to manager Oliver Marmol. Helsley, who hasn't pitched in the majors since June 7, is scheduled to throw a bullpen session at Busch Stadium on Wednesday. Don't […]

Who Is The Baltimore Orioles' Closer? Fantasy Baseball Saves Outlook

Baltimore Orioles closer Felix Bautista had an incredible debut season last year. As a rookie, he was part of the team's closer committee and racked up 15 saves and 88 strikeouts. 2023 proved to be an even bigger year for Bautista. With closing duties to himself, he has accumulated 33 saves, holds a minuscule 1.48 […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports - Updates for Julio Rodriguez, Bo Bichette, George Kirby, Byron Buxton, Kris Bryant, Ty France, more

The MLB playoffs will be here before we know it, and it's crunch time for fantasy baseball.  There are plenty of key injuries to monitor this week. Let's take a look at the top injured players including Julio Rodriguez, Bo Bichette, George Kirby, Byron Buxton, Kris Bryant, Ty France, and more. This is our weekly […]

Cole Ragans Fans Nine On Tuesday

Kansas City Royals lefty Cole Ragans had an impressive night on Tuesday when he went seven scoreless innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates, striking out nine while allowing no runs on three hits and one walk. His club couldn't back him up, though, as they fell to the Pirates 6-3. Ragans now owns a 3.27 ERA, […]

Chris Devenski Joins The Rays Tuesday

The Tampa Bay Rays have signed free agent reliever Chris Devenski to a major-league contract, according to the Tampa Bay Times. The 32-year-old last pitched for the Los Angeles Angels this season, posting a 5.08 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 23.6% strikeout rate across 33 2/3 innings before the club let him go. Devenski gives the […]

Ryan Pepiot Confirmed As Wednesday's Starter

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Ryan Pepiot will get the start for Wednesday's matchup with Brandon Pfaadt and the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. The 26-year-old has yet to start a game in the Majors, but over nine innings of work this year, he owns a 2.00 ERA, 0.78 WHIP, and 32.4% […]

Kyle Finnegan Records Another Save Tuesday

Washington Nationals right-hander Kyle Finnegan picked up the save Tuesday when his club defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4. He threw one inning, allowing one run on two hits and a walk while striking out one. It's his 25th save of the season and his 10th just in the month of August. Over 58 2/3 […]