Across 29 innings (32 games) in 2026, Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald has recorded a 2-4 record with a 4.03 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 33 strikeouts, and 18 saves. With an average fastball velocity of 91.3 miles per hour, Sewald no longer profiles as a prototypical high-end closer. However, he's struck out 29.2% of the batters […]

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Friday that they placed right-handed reliever Tony Santillan (oblique) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to June 23) with a strained left oblique and recalled right-hander Zach McCambley from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move. Although Santillan has an ERA over 5.00 with a 1.39 WHIP in 31 innings in […]

Texas Rangers left-handed reliever Jacob Latz allowed two earned runs on two hits (one homer) while striking out two in his outing on Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays, but he escaped the mess to pick up his team-leading 15th save of the 2026 season. Since Latz's last blown save on May 13 against the […]

Hello again, RotoBallers, and happy Wednesday. Now that we are halfway to the weekend, it is time for another mid-week edition of Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 13 of the fantasy baseball season. This week, we have a couple of players who can help in the infield and outfield, a first baseman licking his […]

Athletics pitcher Mason Barnett was handed the ball with a three-run lead in the ninth inning of Thursday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The A's were trailing this game until scoring four runs in the top half of the ninth inning. They turned to Barnett in the bottom half with an easier assignment given […]

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Caleb Kilian was unable to shut the door versus the Athletics on Thursday. He entered the game with a one-run lead in the ninth inning. Kilian gave up a leadoff single, but retired the next two batters. After that, Kilian allowed the next four batters to reach base, which resulted […]

The keystone (or second base) has been occupied by some of the most elite defenders in the game's history. Below, we will look to name every MLB team's greatest second baseman of all time. Read ahead as we highlight the greatest second baseman of all time for all 30 MLB teams. Let's dive in!Featured Promo: […]

Cleveland Guardians closer Cade Smith has been one of the best closers in baseball so far in 2026, recording a 3.22 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 55 strikeouts, and 24 saves across 36 1/3 innings (34 games). However, the 27-year-old has run into some issues in June, pitching to a 5.19 ERA across 8 2/3 innings. Command […]

Thursday's contest at Busch Stadium between the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals has been postponed due to inclement weather, according to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports. Veteran right-hander Zac Gallen had been scheduled to toe the rubber for Arizona in this one, and he was scheduled to be opposed by Cardinals right-hander Michael McGreevy. […]

The Houston Astros reinstated right-handed reliever Bryan Abreu from the restricted list on Thursday and optioned pitcher Colton Gordon to Triple-A Sugar Land in a corresponding move, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Abreu missed the team's series in Toronto this week against the Blue Jays due to a personal matter, but he will […]

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Garrett Whitlock is definitely an important name to watch as we approach what should be a very active trade deadline for Boston. The 30-year-old has been extremely effective in a setup role in front of Aroldis Chapman this season for the struggling Red Sox, allowing just eight earned runs and […]

Athletics relief pitcher Elvis Alvarado gave up two runs in the ninth inning, blowing a save against the Giants in his team's 2-1 loss. He gave up a home run to Rafael Devers to lead off the inning and then a walk-off homer to Victor Bericoto to end the game. He has allowed five runs […]

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Jimmy Herget came on to close out his team's comeback win on Wednesday over the Red Sox, and he earned his second save of the year. His first save came all the way back on April 1, but he has been effective lately, with no runs allowed in his last four […]

We enter the middle of June this week, and the perpetual search for closers and relief pitchers who can help your rosters continues unabated. If you need saves, ratio helps, or strikeouts, these pitchers here could help you in those crucial categories. These are pitchers who may have roles that do not include closing or […]

We are halfway through Week 13 of the fantasy baseball season, and the All-Star break is quickly approaching. At RotoBaller HQ, we are back with more waiver wire advice and return with more waiver wire advice. Today, we review our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver rankings for Week 13— June 22 through June 28 to help […]

The Milwaukee Brewers said that right-handed reliever Abner Uribe will serve his one-game suspension on Wednesday night in Cincinnati against the division-rival Reds, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Major League Baseball handed Uribe a one-game suspension for what they deemed an unsportsmanlike celebration during his relief appearance against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals in […]

The New York Mets are moving struggling right-hander Kodai Senga to the bullpen, manager Carlos Mendoza told Will Sammon of The Athletic. Senga's struggles have followed him into 2026, as he is currently 0-6 with a 10.08 ERA (7.48 FIP) and 1.92 WHIP with 34 strikeouts and 22 walks in 27 2/3 innings across his […]

Atlanta Braves left-hander Martin Perez has been one of the key parts of his team's success so far in 2026. Across 68 innings (15 games), the veteran has recorded a 6-3 record with a 2.78 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 56 strikeouts. Atlanta deployed Perez out of the bullpen at earlier points in the year, but […]

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said after Tuesday night's loss to the San Diego Padres that right-handed reliever Robert Suarez (forearm) was unavailable out of the bullpen while dealing with some right-forearm tightness, according to Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. However, Suarez could be available for the series finale at Petco Park on Wednesday […]

Across 41 innings (37 games) so far this season, San Diego Padres left-hander Adrian Morejon has recorded a 6-1 record with a 3.51 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, 49 strikeouts, and one save. Padres closer Mason Miller has been one of the most dominant relievers in baseball this season, so Morejon is blocked off from consistent save […]

Across 26 innings (35 games) in 2026, Baltimore Orioles right-hander Yennier Cano has pitched to a 2.08 ERA and 0.81 WHIP with 25 strikeouts and one save. The 32-year-old has largely been utilized in a setup role this season, which is the role he's been most effective in throughout his career to this point. However, […]

Athletics southpaw Hogan Harris has experienced a difficult stretch recently, posting a 9.00 ERA and a 2.00 WHIP over his last seven games. After a strong start to the season, Harris has allowed seven runs over his last six appearances, raising his season ERA to 3.75 and his WHIP to 1.61. The recent struggles have […]

Chicago White Sox southpaw Sean Newcomb picked up a hard-fought 2 ⅔-inning save against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday, closing the door in 45 pitches. Newcomb worked around one walk, allowing no hits while striking out two batters. The 33-year-old continues to find success in the White Sox bullpen, often providing value through multi-inning appearances. […]

Throughout MLB history, fans have seen many starting pitchers become faces of their franchises, thanks to their longevity with the club and elite production on the bump. In this piece, we will spotlight every MLB team's all-time strikeout leader of all time. Read ahead as we highlight the all-time strikeout king for each of the […]

Colorado Rockies right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) underwent internal brace surgery on Monday, per Kevin Henry of The Denver Gazette. Dollander was able to avoid Tommy John Surgery, which would have been the worst-case scenario for his return timeline. Still, the 24-year-old will miss the remainder of the 2026 season and likely a significant chunk of […]

New York Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange did not allow a run in his latest appearance at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The hard-throwing right-hander did not allow a hit either and walked one while striking out two of the three batters he faced. It was a nice bounce-back from his previous appearance. Though none were considered earned […]

Minnesota Twins right-handed pitcher Yoendrys Gomez has worked his way into the center of the club's ninth-inning picture and should be rostered more widely in fantasy leagues. The 26-year-old owns a 3.65 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 35 strikeouts, and seven saves across 37 innings and 31 appearances this season. Those overall ratios are weighed down by […]

Cincinnati Reds right-handed reliever Emilio Pagan (hamstring) threw a 25-pitch live bullpen session on Monday and said he expects to start a minor-league rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Louisville, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic. The original plan was for Pagan to pitch in rehab games on Thursday and Saturday, but he's […]

Welcome back, RotoBallers, for more waiver wire advice. Amazingly, Week 13 is already here, and July is around the corner. Injuries continue to pile up as the Orioles placed catcher Adley Rutschman on the 7-day IL concussion list, while the Diamondbacks placed infielder/outfielder Jordan Lawlar on the 10-day injured list. Today, we list the top […]

Atlanta Braves pitcher Didier Fuentes has showcased electric stuff this season and has intriguing fantasy upside as the youngest pitcher in the majors this season. He just turned 21 less than a week ago, but has appeared in 22 games this season for Atlanta, working in relief in all but one of those outings. While […]