Will Vest Closes Out Key Win on Thursday

Detroit Tigers reliever Will Vest mowed down the Cleveland Guardians in a 4-2 win on Thursday for his 22nd save of the year. Vest struck out the side in order, fanning Gabriel Arias, Angel Martinez, and Bo Naylor, to secure a crucial victory for the Tigers and snap an eight-game losing streak. They now have […]

Jose Berrios Heading to Injured List With Elbow Inflammation

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios (elbow) is heading to the 15-day injured list on Thursday with right-elbow inflammation, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Berrios is en route to getting an MRI exam, which will determine if he'll be available for Toronto in the postseason next month. The 31-year-old veteran Puerto Rican hurler was […]

Daniel Palencia Activated From 15-Day Injured List

The Chicago Cubs have activated closer Daniel Palencia (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list and optioned left-hander Jordan Wicks to their Arizona complex. Palencia is returning after missing a little over two weeks with a strained right shoulder. The 25-year-old will look to rebound after he was blown up for five earned runs while failing […]

Charlie Morton Won't Make a Start Over the Weekend

Atlanta Braves right-hander Charlie Morton will not make a start for the team in the final weekend of the season in what will be his last weekend before retirement, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman. The Braves are going with left-hander Joey Wentz on Friday, right-hander Spencer Strider on Saturday, and lefty Chris Sale in the […]

Trevor Megill Could Return on Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed reliever Trevor Megill (elbow) threw a multi-inning bullpen session on Tuesday and has graduated from "decent" to "way more decent," according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. If Megill recovers well, he's on track to face hitters on Friday and could come off the 15-day injured list on Sunday to face the division-rival […]

Top 200 Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Rankings - Eric Cross' September 2025 Update

The season might be winding down, but it's time to sneak in one final in-season dynasty rankings update before the regular season comes to a close. The 2025 season has been exciting with plenty of rankings movement, and that remains the case here in the season's final month. This will be the last Top 200 […]

Andres Munoz Notches 38th Save Of Season Tuesday

Seattle Mariners closer Andres Munoz continued his stellar season in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Rockies, picking up his 38th save of the season. Munoz came in to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by one and turned in a 1-2-3 performance with two strikeouts. The 26-year-old has been one of baseball's best […]

Roki Sasaki To Be Activated Wednesday, Pitch Out Of Bullpen

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Tuesday that the team will activate right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday. He also said that the 23-year-old rookie will pitch out of the bullpen, rather than return to the starting rotation. Sasaki dealt with injuries and limited workloads in his […]

MLB to Use ABS Challenge System in 2026

Major League Baseball announced on Tuesday that it will use the ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) Challenge System full-time in 2026, following years of experimentation in the minor leagues and in MLB spring training and the All-Star game this year, according to Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com. The ABS system will give teams the opportunity to request a […]

Jordan Romano Unlikely to Return During Regular Season

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jordan Romano (finger, neck) is unlikely to return during the last week of the regular season. Romano has been on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right middle finger since Aug. 26, and he's now dealing with numbness in his finger and neck stiffness. He's not throwing as a result. […]

JoJo Romero Earns Eighth Save Of Season Monday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher JoJo Romero picked up his eighth save of the season in Monday's 6-5 win over the Giants. Romero came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one and tossed a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. The Cardinals have used numerous relief pitchers in save situations over […]

Hunter Barco to be Called Up for MLB Debut

Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect Hunter Barco is getting called up to the majors from Triple-A Indianapolis for what will be his big league debut. The Pirates' fourth-ranked prospect (MLB No. 82) had a great season, which began at Double-A, where he did not allow a single earned run in six starts (25 2/3 innings pitched) […]

Roki Sasaki has Another Scoreless Relief Appearance, Could Return Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki (shoulder) had another scoreless inning with Triple-A Oklahoma City on his rehab assignment on Sunday, striking out one and walking none. Sasaki has thrown two scoreless innings out of the bullpen and will rejoin the big-league club in Arizona during their upcoming road series in the final week […]

Fantasy Baseball Closer Depth Charts - MLB Bullpens and Saves

Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies, and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Relief pitchers are becoming increasingly important […]

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Hitters and Pitchers (Week 26)

Welcome to my final waiver wire article of the season here on RotoBaller. I've enjoyed writing this article each Saturday this season, and hopefully, this article has been beneficial to you and your fantasy teams over the last six months. If you're still reading this here in late-September, it probably means you're still in contention […]

Nick Mariano's Week 26 Waiver Wire Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Take a moment to catch your breath, and then let's gear up for that last push for home plate. Some of you are grinding head-to-head matchups where specific category needs will become apparent, while others are simultaneously attacking and defending rotisserie categories. Let's get […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Who to Consider Dropping for Fantasy Baseball (Week 26)

Welcome back to The Cut List as we head into Week 26 of the 2025 season. For every add, there is usually also a drop. For those unfamiliar, this is our weekly article examining players whom fantasy managers might consider cutting from their teams and struggling players who warrant a closer look. As we're into […]

Week 26 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Giancarlo Stanton, Daylen Lile, Ian Seymour, Sal Stewart, Trey Yesavage

The final week of the MLB season has finally arrived! With fantasy baseball ending this week, it's the last chance to make any waiver wire moves to help secure those fantasy baseball championships. At RotoBaller HQ, we updated our top 100 hitter and pitcher list for Week 26 of the MLB season -- September 22nd […]

Robert Suarez Secures 40th Save

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez collected his National League-leading 40th save in a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. The 34-year-old right-hander slammed the door on the White Sox with a 1-2-3 ninth inning and struck out two to lock up the first 40-save season of his career. It was a […]

Austin Pope Called Up from Triple-A Reno

Arizona Diamondbacks pitching prospect Austin Pope was called up from Triple-A Reno on Sunday for what will be his major league debut whenever he enters a game. The 26-year-old missed the first half of the season rehabbing from knee surgery, but has been active at Triple-A since the beginning of July. The right-hander posted a 4.60 ERA, […]

Trevor Megill Unlikely to Return Until Playoffs

Milwaukee Brewers closer Trevor Megill (elbow) is running out of time to return from the 15-day injured list in the regular season. Megill, out since Aug. 25 with a flexor strain, got through a bullpen session on Saturday. Manager Pat Murphy said afterward that a best-case scenario will include another bullpen on Tuesday, live batting […]

Mitch Spence to Start on Sunday

Athletics right-hander Mitch Spence will start on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Lefty Jeffrey Springs had been scheduled to toe the rubber, but Spence will get the ball after throwing 3 2/3 scoreless innings out of the bullpen and earning a win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. […]

Robert Stephenson Done for the Season

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Robert Stephenson (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. Stephenson has already been sidelined with multiple injuries this season, but this one will end his 2025 campaign. He'll finish the season with a 2.70 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and a 10/3 K/BB ratio across 12 appearances. The right-hander […]

Sean Newcomb Placed on 15-Day Injured List

The Athletics announced that they have placed left-hander Sean Newcomb (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation and recalled righty Scott McGough from Triple-A Las Vegas. Newcomb's season will end early, but he was an excellent buy-low pickup for the Athletics after they acquired him from the Boston Red Sox for cash considerations […]

Reed Garrett Recommended for Tommy John Surgery

New York Mets right-handed reliever Reed Garrett (elbow) has been recommended for Tommy John surgery, according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. Garrett already has another offseason surgery scheduled to move a nerve in his right arm. That would only shelve him for four months, but if he has to undergo Tommy John, he'll miss […]

Nick Mariano's Week 25 Waiver Wire Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Baseball's home stretch is upon us! The third base coach is waving us around as we make a mad dash for the championship trophies, but we're not there yet. Some of you need power, others need speed, starts, saves, and so on! You've done […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Week 25 (2025)

It is absolutely crunch time in every form of baseball right now, from real life teams fighting for a playoff spot to fake teams fighting in the fantasy finals. One save could be the difference between a trip to the real playoffs in real baseball or a trip to the bank (metaphorically, it's all Zelle, […]

Michael Kopech Lands on 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that they have placed reliever Michael Kopech (knee) on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right knee and recalled righty Will Klein from Triple-A Oklahoma City. This is the third trip to the IL this year for Kopech, who missed over two months after undergoing surgery on a […]

Kenley Jansen Won't Pitch This Weekend

Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen did not travel to Colorado for the team's weekend series against the Rockies. The high altitude in Colorado can cause complications with Jansen's heart condition, so he stayed behind and will not be available to pitch again until the Angels return home on Sept. 23. This has been yet […]

Kyle Finnegan Set to Return on Friday

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Kyle Finnegan (groin) is with the team on Friday and is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list before the series opener against the Atlanta Braves, according to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. Finnegan is expecting to be active. "Ready to go," he said. The 34-year-old veteran will be […]