Michael Kopech Placed On 10-Day Injured List

The Chicago White Sox placed pitcher Michael Kopech (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Monday due to a strained left hamstring. Kopech had been considered day-to-day with hamstring soreness after he was removed from a game on Wednesday last week. The move to the injured list is retroactive to May 28, so there's a […]

Points League Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 10

We'll be doing this roundup of point league happenings every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the […]

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to Memorial Day weekend, which signifies roughly one-third of our fantasy season down and the usual spot where many teams have to take a hard look in the mirror. You could "lose" a trade if it helps fit a need. You can't keep […]

Josh Hader Records A Clean 12th Save

Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader allowed one hit and no walks while striking out one in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save against the Nationals on Sunday. Hader gave up a single to begin the ninth inning Sunday, but he preserved the Brewers' three-run lead to earn his 12th save of the year. […]

Emmanuel Clase Earns Win Sunday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Emmanuel Clase benefited greatly from the Tribe's 6-5 walk-off win on Sunday as he earned the win after allowing an earned run in the top of the seventh inning that gave the Blue Jays a 5-4 lead. It was Clase's third win of the season to go along with eight saves […]

Tyler Alexander To Make His First Start On Monday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tyler Alexander will start Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. He is filling in for Jose Urena (forearm), who was placed on the injured list this weekend. Alexander has made 13 appearances for the Tigers this year, all in relief. He has a 4.35 ERA and 1.35 WHIP over 20.2 innings. He […]

Bryan Abreu Lands On 10-Day Injured List

The Houston Astros have placed relief pitcher Bryan Abreu (leg) on the 10-day injured list. Abreu suffered an injury to his leg while tracking down fly balls during batting practice on Saturday. The team hasn't released any specifics on the injury, including how long he is expected to be out. Abreu has appeared in 21 […]

Keegan Akin Pitches Well In First Start Of Season Sunday

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Keegan Akin did well in his first start of the season in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the White Sox. Akin pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing a single run on five hits (including a solo home run) and two walks with four strikeouts. The 26-year-old had pitched out of the bullpen to this […]

Jake McGee Earns Shaky Save Sunday, Closer Role In Flux

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee picked up his 12th save of the season in ugly fashion in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Dodgers. McGee, who had not seen a save opportunity in several games, entered the ninth inning up by three. Cody Bellinger reached first on a throwing error made by McGee to […]

Daniel Bard Earns The Win On Sunday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Daniel Bard earned his third win of the season on Sunday when he worked two scoreless innings while walking one and striking out three in a 4-3 win over the Pirates. Bard entered in the eighth inning with the Rockies trailing 3-2. He did his job in the eighth, walking one and […]

Dellin Betances Considered Week-To-Week

New York Mets relief pitcher Dellin Betances (shoulder) is currently considered week-to-week, according to manager Luis Rojas. The Mets manager noted that Betances has been able to throw a few side sessions. However, the organization does not have a timetable for Betances and are uncertain when he'll be able to go on a rehab assignment. […]

Erik Swanson Expected To Miss Extended Time

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Erik Swanson (groin) was placed on the injured list Saturday with a groin strain, and is now expected to miss extended time. Swanson had worked himself into the late-inning mix, with his first career save coming on May 28. Fantasy managers will have to look to Keynan Middleton and Rafael Montero […]

Tejay Antone Picks Up Third Save

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tejay Antone got the final four outs of a 5-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday to earn his third save of the season. Antone held Chicago scoreless while striking out one to preserve the win. While Amir Garrett and Lucas Sims have had their struggles out of the bullpen at […]

Keynan Middleton Earns Save; Is In Closer Mix

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Keynan Middleton earned his fourth save of the year Sunday, setting down all three batters he faced to complete a 4-2 victory over the Texas Rangers. It's Middleton's second save in five games since returning from the injured list on May 21. Middleton is by no means a locked-in closer, as […]

Greg Holland Earns The Save On Sunday

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Greg Holland was called upon for the save in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Minnesota Twins. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no hits and no walks while striking out one. The team's primary closer, Josh Staumont (knee), was placed on the injured list earlier this week. This was […]

Liam Hendriks Earns His 13th Save On Sunday

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks sealed the team's 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. He pitched a perfect ninth inning, allowing no hits or walks without recording any strikeouts. Hendricks now has 13 saves on the year, four of which have come this past week. He has a 2.05 ERA and 0.82 […]

Alex Reyes Gets His 15th Save On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Alex Reyes secured his 15th save of the season in Saturday's win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Tasked with protecting a 7-4 lead, Reyes did just that, pitching a scoreless ninth inning while striking out two and allowing a hit and a walk. Reyes is sporting a pristine 0.64 ERA, but there […]

Tyson Miller Designated For Assignment

Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Tyson Miller was designated for assignment on Sunday. Chicago had to make room on the 40 man roster as the club added shortstop Sergio Alcantara and placed third baseman David Bote on the 10-day injured list with a separated left shoulder. Miller has yet to throw in the big leagues this […]

Mike Montgomery Plans To Opt Out Of Contract

New York Yankees left-hander Mike Montgomery is planning to opt out of his contract with the team on June 1, according to Robert Murray of Fansided. Murray added that he believes Montgomery is looking for a major-league opportunity as he's spent the entire 2021 season in the minors. He's posted a disappointing 7.56 ERA, 1.68 […]

Kodi Whitley Placed on Cardinals Injured List

St. Louis Cardinals placed right-handed pitcher Kodi Whitley on the 10-day injured list Sunday. Whitley is now on the injured list due to mild back spasms. The 26-year-old last made an appearance on Monday. In 2021, Whitley carries a 6.10 ERA in 10 1/3 innings pitched. He fanned eight batters and has posted a 1.35 […]

Caleb Baragar Heads To The IL With Elbow Inflammation

San Francisco Giants left-hander Caleb Baragar has been placed on the 10-day injured list with left elbow inflammation. Reliever Nick Tropeano has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move. Barager has done a solid job working middle relief for the Giants this season. He's got a 2-1 record, 0.52 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and […]

Jordan Romano Locks Down Third Save

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano worked a clean seventh inning in Sunday's first game of a doubleheader, collecting his third save in the 4-1 win. He worked around a one-out single from Josh Naylor, but was otherwise effective collecting a strikeout, groundout, and a pop out to finish off the Tribe. Romano appears to […]

Seth Elledge Back From Triple-A Memphis

St. Louis Cardinals recalled right-handed pitcher Seth Elledge from Triple-A Memphis. He was called up to replace right-handed pitcher Kodi Whitley, who was placed on the Cardinals injured list. Elledge carries a 7.71 ERA in 2021, pitching in just 4 2/3 innings. While in Memphis, Elledge recorded seven strikeouts with not allowing a run in […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Recalled By Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. has been recalled by the organization on Sunday. The 29-year-old relief pitcher is best known for his contribution on the Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series team. Since then, Edwards has made a few stints in the MLB, but hasn't played anywhere too long. He has thrown five […]

Bullpen Report: Finding Relievers to Help Your Fantasy Team

Memorial Day Weekend is here! Hopefully, you hit the beach or a BBQ, have a burger or hot dog and an adult beverage of your choosing and just enjoy the three-day weekend. For you baseball fanatics, it’s also a significant date on the baseball calendar. It is typically the time of year where MLB teams […]

Jesus Luzardo To Be Activated On Sunday

Oakland Athletics pitcher Jesus Luzardo (finger) will be activated from the injured list prior to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Athletics manager Bob Melvin told reporters that Luzardo will be working out of the bullpen upon his return. Luzardo missed about a month of action after suffering a hairline fracture in his left […]

Rafael Montero Records Shaky Seventh Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Rafael Montero recorded a shaky save Saturday night, allowing one run to score while leaving the game-tying run stranded on third base. It was his seventh save of the year. Montero has had a very rough year thus far, with five blown saves and a 5.10 ERA. With Kendall Graveman on […]

Zack Britton Needs More Rehab Time

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton (elbow) started a rehab stint with Double-A Somerset but is expected to need at least four more appearances before returning to the big league. The lefty has a career ERA OF 3.04 to go along with over 500 strikeouts. He hasn't appeared in a game yet this season, […]

Will Vest Reinstated From COVID List

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Will Vest was reinstated from the COVID list prior to Saturday evening's game. He takes relief pitcher Erik Swanson's spot on the roster, as Swanson was placed on the injured list himself. Vest, added by the Mariners in the Rule 5 draft, has been decently effective out of the bullpen despite […]

Kent Emanuel Will Seek A Second Opinion

Houston Astros relief pitcher Kent Emanuel (elbow) will seek a second opinion. The southpaw was pulled from Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to elbow discomfort and was subsequently placed on the injured list as a result. Although the injury didn't appear serious, at least initially, a trip to another specialist certainly isn't […]