Daniel Bard Earns Another Save On Saturday

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Daniel Bard earned the save on Saturday when he worked a scoreless ninth inning in a 3-0 win over the Padres. Bard faced the heart of the Padres lineup in the ninth inning and retired Fernando Tatis Jr., Jake Cronenworth, and Manny Machado in order to seal the victory. The veteran […]

Michael Brantley, Ryan Pressly Won't Play In All-Star Game

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley and relief pitcher Ryan Pressly will not take part in the All-Star game next week. Brantley is dealing with a minor injury and Pressly is on paternity leave. With shortstop Carlos Correa on the COVID-19 list and second baseman Jose Altuve deciding to skip the game to rest up for […]

Josh Hader Takes Loss In Relief Against Reds

Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader (3-1) was credited with the loss Sunday against the Reds after allowing one run on one hit across one inning, striking out two. Hader pitched the ninth inning in a 3-3 tie, but he gave up the game-winning run on a solo blast from Eugenio Suarez with no outs. Even […]

Aaron Nola, Alec Bohm Placed On COVID-19 Injured List

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola and third baseman Alec Bohm have been placed on the COVID-19 injured list, along with pitchers Bailey Falter and Connor Brogdon, according to NBS Sports Philadelphia. Nola was supposed to start Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox and will be replaced by Brandon Kintzler, who should be ignored […]

Matt Barnes Inks Extension With Boston

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes agreed to a two-year extension with the team Sunday morning. Barnes will be under contract for the 2022 and 2023 seasons for $7.25 million and $7.5 million dollars, respectively. The deal also contains a $1.75 million dollar signing bonus and an $8 million dollar club option for the […]

Josh Taylor Has Scoreless Streak Snapped

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Josh Taylor's streak of scoreless outings came to an end at 26, as he allowed four runs on two hits and a walk in 1/3 of an inning Saturday. The Philadelphia Phillies prevented Taylor from matching Koji Uehara's franchise record of 27 consecutive scoreless appearances and ballooned Taylor's ERA to […]

Paul Sewald Locks Down Second Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald recorded his second save of the year Saturday, throwing a scoreless inning against the Los Angeles Angeles. He didn't allow a baserunner and struck out one batter. Sewald is quickly establishing himself as the primary closing option behind Kendall Graveman, and given that Graveman is used in high-leverage situations, […]

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We've arrived at the All-Star break, meaning you can take a breath and try your best not to overanalyze your squad(s) with no stats accumulating. Sit back and try to enjoy the Home Run Derby, try to unearth some Shohei Ohtani baseball cards, and […]

Daily Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the July 11th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss topics […]

Edwin Diaz Makes Quick Work Of Pirates On Saturday

New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz picked up his 19th save of the season in dominant fashion on Saturday night against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Called on to preserve the Mets 4-2 lead in the seventh inning of the second game of a doubleheader, Diaz needed just 10 pitches to strike out the side. Diaz […]

Paul Sewald (RP, SEA) - Week 16 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 16% of leagues ANALYSIS: Paul Sewald had known only misery in his previous four MLB seasons, all of which came with the Mets, but now that he's had a change of scenery to Seattle, the 31-year-old Las Vegas native seems to have finally found his big […]

Heath Hembree Picks Up Another Save

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Heath Hembree fired a scoreless ninth inning to preserve a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Hembree struck out one and walked one to pick up the save in the win. The veteran reliever has acclimated himself nicely as the newest Cincinnati closer, picking up five saves in six chances […]

Liam Hendriks Secures 23rd Save

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks recorded his 23rd save of the season versus the Baltimore Orioles. Hendriks was called upon to record the final four outs of the contest and he came through with three strikeouts and a pop out. Hendriks continues to be one of the best closers in the league and now […]

Derek Holland Activated From Injured List

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Derek Holland (shoulder) was reinstated from the injured list on Saturday. The 34-year-old is currently sitting on a 1-1 record and a miserable 9.60 ERA throughout 14 big league appearances this season. He has been on the shelf since June because of left shoulder inflammation, but he likely won't add much […]

Yusmeiro Petit Earns 15th Hold On Saturday At Texas

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Yusmeiro Petit pitched a clean seventh inning to earn his 15th hold of the season Saturday at the Rangers. Petit has been one of the most valuable relievers in the league this season as he's got seven wins to go with his 15 holds and his 44 appearances lead all pitchers […]

Matt Moore Pitches Into Fifth Inning Versus Red Sox

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Matt Moore allowed two runs in 4 1/3 innings in a no-decision versus the Red Sox on Saturday. Moore struggled in this one as he allowed three hits and three walks as well as a number of hard-hit balls. According to Statcast, Moore allowed five batted balls with an exit velocity […]

Jake McGee Earns 18th Save Of Season Friday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee notched his 18th save of the season in Friday's 5-3 win over the Nationals. McGee entered the game in the ninth inning up by two. He got the first two hitters out on a strikeout and flyout, allowed a two-out single, walked a hitter, and then got the […]

Ryan Borucki Set To Make Another Rehab Appearance

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Ryan Borucki (forearm, elbow) is set to make another rehab appearance, according to manager Charlie Montoyo. He has already made one appearance, but is scheduled to pitch one inning with Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday. Borucki has been sidelined since May, but it sounds like he is nearing a return. It […]

Matt Andriese Heads To Injured List On Saturday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Andriese (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This is frustrating news considering Andriese has been an important piece to the Red Sox bullpen. He has not pitched overly well, but has thrown 37 1/3 innings across 26 appearances. The team has not given a timetable for […]

Drew Steckenrider Takes Third Win In Relief Friday

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Drew Steckenrider threw a scoreless eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels Friday, allowing one hit and striking out two batters. He was credited with his third win of the season, improving his record to 3-2. Steckenrider has elevated himself to a prominent role in the Seattle bullpen with his excellent […]

Ian Kennedy Notches 15th Save On Friday

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Ian Kennedy threw a scoreless ninth inning to help get the win over the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Kennedy has struggled the last few outings, but looked better here. He struck out one batter and didn't allow a hit in a scoreless inning of work. Kennedy is posting a 2.76 ERA […]

Hansel Robles Picks Up Ninth Save

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Hansel Robles worked a five-out save to lock down a victory against the Detroit Tigers Friday. Robles' control was strong, as he threw 17 of 24 pitches for strikes, fanning two batters while allowing just one Tiger to reach base. The effort lowered his ERA and WHIP to 4.19 and 1.37, […]

David Price Tosses Three Innings In Start

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher David Price went three innings in Saturday's start versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. Price threw three scoreless innings and allowed four hits, one walk and struck out three. Manager Dave Roberts said prior to the game that Price wasn't expected to go past three innings. Price is expected to continue to […]

Jonathan Loaisiga Works The Ninth Inning Friday

New York Yankees relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga pitched the ninth inning in a non-save situation on Friday against the Houston Astros. Loaisiga was excellent, needing just nine pitches to navigate the frame, fanning one batter in the process. The effort lowered his season ERA to 2.11 to go along with a superb 7-3 record and […]

Nestor Cortes Falls Just Shy Of Win In Solid Performance Against Astros

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes turned in a solid performance in Friday's win over the Houston Astros. Cortes kept the Astros off the scoreboard into the fifth inning, surrendering just two hits and a pair of walks. He struck out two batters and induced an 85.6 MPH average exit velocity against one of the […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Updates - Week 16

Hopefully the next installment of this article series will have a lot more positive news (players returning) than newly injured players. It also happens to be that a good amount of players' return timelines coincide with the All-Star break. Please keep checking for injury updates as lineups lock next week. Also, please keep in mind […]

Heath Hembree Strikes Out The Side During Fifth Save

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Heath Hembree threw a scoreless ninth inning in a 2-0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. Hembree struck out all three batters he faced and was credited with the save in the contest. The veteran reliever has become an integral piece of the Cincinnati bullpen of late, having picked up four […]

Rookie Report: Prospect Risers and Fallers for Week 15

Welcome to the latest edition of RotoBaller’s Recently Promoted Prospects series for fantasy baseball! Here I discuss some recently promoted MLB prospects and rookies , making note of what I think their upside could be for fantasy baseball managers, and whether they are potential risers or fallers. We have seen 159 rookies make their MLB […]

Anthony Bender Gives Up Two Runs On Friday

Miami Marlins rookie relief pitcher Anthony Bender struggled a bit in Friday's loss to the Atlanta Braves. Bender pitched the seventh inning with the team trailing 1-0 and gave up two runs on two hits. He also hit Ronald Acuña with an 82 mph slider that must have somehow almost killed the poor batter based […]

James Karinchak Earns Win Friday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher James Karinchak threw a scoreless ninth inning while allowing one hit and striking out two in Friday night's 2-1 win over the Kansas City Royals. One night after blowing the save and earning the win, Karinchak earned the win the right way in this one as Bobby Bradley walked off the […]