Albert Pujols No Longer a Managerial Candidate for Angels

Albert Pujols is no longer considered a candidate to become the Los Angeles Angels' next manager, a team source told The Athletic's Sam Blum on Monday. There was mutual interest between Pujols and the Angels, but the two sides couldn't get close on dollars or years. It's believed to be very unlikely that the two […]

Jose Berrios Won't Return This Year

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios (elbow) has resumed throwing, but he will not return for the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers if the team can beat the Seattle Mariners on Monday night in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, according to manager John Schneider. Berrios ended the regular season in […]

Shelby Miller Undergoes Elbow Surgery

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Shelby Miller (elbow) recently underwent surgery to repair the UCL and flexor tendon in his right elbow. Miller was hopeful to avoid surgery, but sadly he wasn't able to do that. This means Miller will likely miss most of the 2026 campaign. He posted a 2.74 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and a […]

Trent Thornton Out of Walking Boot; Aims for Early 2026 Return

Seattle Mariners right-hander Trent Thornton (Achilles) is out of his protective walking boot as he continues to recover from a torn left Achilles tendon. The 32-year-old underwent surgery on August 5 after being placed on the injured list four days earlier. The recovery timeline is expected to be around six to eight months, putting Thornton […]

Tanner Scott Resumes Throwing; Dodgers Hopeful for World Series Return

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tanner Scott (lower body) has resumed playing catch as the team celebrated clinching its World Series berth with a series sweep over the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series. Scott has been sidelined since September 26 after undergoing a procedure to treat a lower-body abscess. The Dodgers remain hopeful […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Bust Team - Mike's Most Disappointing Players (2025)

If you are anything like me, the list of players that you rostered in 2025 that could fill an article on busts is full of educated guesses you whiffed on. There are players listed here, like Jackson Merrill and Devin Williams, whose underperformance sank some of my teams. What constitutes a bust? We spotlighted players […]

Nate Pearson Agrees to One-Year Deal With Astros

Free-agent right-hander Nate Pearson agreed to a one-year, $1.35 million deal with the Houston Astros on Friday, a source told Ari Alexander. Pearson was once a top-100 prospect in the Toronto Blue Jays system and still throws hard, but he has transitioned to a relief role and spent the past few years pitching in relief […]

Jose Alvarado Expected to be Back With Phillies Next Year

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said on Thursday that he'd be "surprised" if left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado (forearm) isn't back with the team in 2026, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. The Phillies hold a $9.5 million club option on Alvarado for next season and are likely to pick it up, […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Surprise Team - Kevin's Top Breakout Players (2025)

The 2025 fantasy baseball season is in the books, so it's time to look back on some of the biggest surprise stars and performances. These aren't just the players who provided the greatest value surplus compared to their draft cost. These are the players that, as I was looking back on their season, really made […]

Emmanuel Clase to be Banished for Life After Gambling Allegations?

According to a source, Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase will never pitch again in Major League Baseball again, with the gambling evidence found against him being irrefutable, according to Hector Gomez. The same can be said about fellow Guardians hurler Luis L. Ortiz. Clase and Ortiz were placed on "non-disciplinary paid leave" in July due […]

Brad Keller Interested in Returning to Cubs After Breakout Season

Chicago Cubs reliever Brad Keller has expressed a strong desire to re-sign with the team after a career-best 2025 season. The 30-year-old posted a 2.07 ERA, a 0.96 WHIP, and led Chicago's staff with 68 appearances, emerging as a key bullpen piece during the Cubs' 92-win campaign. Keller, who joined the team on a minor-league […]

Adrian Morejon in Consideration for Padres Rotation Role

San Diego Padres left-hander Adrian Morejon is reportedly being reevaluated for his role on the pitching staff, with a move from the bullpen to the rotation under consideration. The 26-year-old was outstanding in 2025, posting a 2.08 ERA, a 0.90 WHIP, and 75 appearances in relief. President of baseball operations and general manager AJ Preller […]

Roki Sasaki "Unlikely" to Pitch in Game 2 of NLCS on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that it's "unlikely" that rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki will pitch in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series on Tuesday in Milwaukee against the Brewers after he appeared in Monday night's 2-1 win in Game 1. Roberts said that Sasaki may pitch on back-to-back days in the […]

Mason Miller Still in Play to Return to a Starting Role?

When asked about San Diego Padres flame-throwing right-hander Mason Miller potentially moving from the bullpen to the starting rotation next year, general manager AJ Preller said the team will have more communication with the players moving forward, according to 97.3 The Fan in San Diego. The 27-year-old came up in the Athletics' system as a […]

Aaron Ashby to Serve as Opener for Game 1

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby will serve as the opener for Game 1 of the NLCS versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ashby served as the opener for Game 2 of the NLDS against the Chicago Cubs. He gave up three runs in 1.2 innings, but he has been a viable option for the Brewers outside […]

Mike Shildt Retires as a Manager

Manager Mike Shildt will not be returning to the San Diego Padres next season and has decided to retire, according to Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. The 57-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Padres, but he said "the grind of the baseball season has taken a severe toll on […]

Trevor Megill Starting Game 5 on Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed relief pitcher Trevor Megill has been named the opener for Saturday's Game 5 of the National League Division Series against the division-rival Chicago Cubs. It appears Megill will start in what will be a bullpen game for the Brewers in this elimination contest. The All-Star closer missed time down the stretch, but […]

Drew Pomeranz Named Opener for Game 5

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Drew Pomeranz has been named the opener for Saturday's Game 5 of the NLDS versus the Milwaukee Brewers. It looks like the Cubs are using a bullpen game in this elimination contest. The veteran left-hander has been solid for the Cubs both in the regular season and postseason. So far, Pomeranz […]

Kyle Finnegan Hoping to Return to Detroit in 2026?

Detroit Tigers right-hander Kyle Finnegan said he "loved every second of his time" in Detroit and hopes "the feeling is mutual," per Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. The Tigers acquired Finnegan from the Washington Nationals in a mid-season deal. In 18 innings (16 games) for Detroit, the 24-year-old pitched to a 1.50 ERA and 0.72 […]

Albert Suarez Diagnosed With Mild Flexor Strain

The Baltimore Orioles are saying that right-hander Albert Suarez (forearm) suffered a mild forearm flexor strain during his last appearance of the season on Sept. 14, according to Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner. Suarez has continued his rehab into the winter, and the Orioles expect him to begin a throwing progression in the coming […]

Reed Garrett Undergoes UCL Reconstruction, to Miss All of 2026

The New York Mets announced that right-handed reliever Reed Garrett (elbow) underwent "UCL reconstruction" surgery on Wednesday, according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. It will be Garrett's second surgery on his right elbow this year, as he also went under the knife to deal with a nerve issue in his arm. It's not the ideal […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Playoffs Week 2 (2025)

It's been a fun start to the playoffs and there's still so much more to go! Just the Wild Card games and the Division Series have shown how differently bullpens are used compared to in regular season. Every single out is more precious than ever (unless you're a Phillies batter giving one up for free […]

Tanner Scott Removed From NLDS Roster After Lower-Body Procedure

Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed reliever Tanner Scott (lower body) was removed from the team's roster during the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies after having a lower-body abscess procedure, according to manager Dave Roberts. Scott, who had not appeared out of L.A.'s bullpen at all during the postseason, will be replaced on the […]

Devin Williams Says he's Open to Returning to the Yankees

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Devin Williams is eligible to become a free agent at the conclusion of this year's World Series, and it's unclear whether he'll be an option to re-sign. "I'm definitely open to that. Takes two parties for that, but I would definitely be open to it," Williams said when asked if […]

Trey Yesavage Available in Relief in Game 4 Against Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays are going with a bullpen game on Wednesday against the division-rival New York Yankees in Game 4 of the American League Division Series in the Bronx, and rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage will be available out of the bullpen, according to Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Toronto is using right-hander Louis Varland […]

Antonio Senzatela to Stay in Relief Role Next Year

Colorado Rockies interim manager Warren Schaefer revealed that right-hander Antonio Senzatela will be "viewed as a reliever" going into the 2026 season, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. After having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow in 2023, Senzatela struggled in 2025, going 4-15 with a 6.65 ERA in 30 appearances (23 starts). The […]

Roki Sasaki "Definitely the Primary Option" in Save Situations for Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki is "definitely the primary option" in save situations moving forward in the playoffs, according to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times. Roberts added that he initially didn't go to Sasaki in the Game 2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in the National […]

Louis Varland to Start Game 4 of ALDS Against Yankees

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Louis Varland will make the start in Game 4 of the American League Division Series on Wednesday against the division-rival New York Yankees in the Bronx, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. It is a bullpen game for Toronto as they try to close out the series in New York and […]

Reid Detmers to Serve as a Starter Next Year

Los Angeles Angels general manager Perry Minasian said over the weekend that left-hander Reid Detmers (elbow) will move back into the team's starting rotation next season, according to Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register. Detmers ended the 2025 campaign on the 60-day injured list due to a left-elbow injury, but he's expected to be […]

Aaron Ashby to Open Game 2 Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers left-handed reliever Aaron Ashby will open Game 2 of the NLDS against the Chicago Cubs on Monday, manager Pat Murphy announced. Ashby logged a stingy 2.16 ERA with a 1.17 WHIP, 76 strikeouts, and 24 walks over 43 appearances and 66 2/3 innings during the regular season. The 27-year-old didn't go past the […]