Mychal Givens Takes Brutal Loss Thursday

Baltimore Orioles closer Mychal Givens fell to 0-2 in Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Yankees. Givens entered the ninth inning with the score tied and proceeded to get two quick strikeouts before things fell apart. Givens allowed a walk, a single, and then two consecutive walks (walking what would be the winning run in) before […]

Tyler Thornburg Placed on Injured List

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Tyler Thornburg (hip) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Thornburg is dealing with a hip impingement, but owns a 7.71 ERA this season. He hasn't pitched well this season, so the Red Sox may take their time with him. Right-handed relief pitcher Travis Lakins has been added to […]

Luis Garcia to Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Luis Garcia (back) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with the High-A ballclub on Thursday. Garcia has been sidelined since May 13 due to back spasms. He has a strong 2.25 ERA this season through 16 innings, but doesn't offer much fantasy value.

Chad Green is the Opener for Friday

New York Yankees pitcher Chad Green will draw the start versus the Kansas City Royals on Friday. This marks Green's second start of the year, but he'll likely only go an inning or two. Green has a 12.41 ERA this season, so this is going to be a bullpen day for the Bronx Bombers. It's […]

Edwin Diaz Picks Up 12th Save

After Carlos Gomez's heroics in the eighth inning Thursday afternoon at Citi Field, the New York Mets call on closer Edwin Diaz to seal a two-run victory. The Puerto Rican native struck out two en route to a perfect ninth, recording his 12th save of the year. Diaz has only recorded four saves this month […]

Wander Suero Allows Home Run in Latest Washington Bullpen Meltdown

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Wander Suero allowed an eighth inning three-run home run to Carlos Gomez Thursday that made the difference in a 6-4 loss to the New York Mets. Suero now has a 7.17 ERA in 21 1/3 innings, even though it was Suero's first blown save of the season. Reliever Matt Grace sits […]

Ryne Stanek Opening Again Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryne Stanek will serve as the team's opener for a second straight game on Thursday against the Cleveland Indians. Pitcher Ryan Yarbrough is expected to get called up as a follower. The opener-follower model is a typically difficult one for DFS. Yarbrough succeeded in the follower role in 2018, winning 16 […]

Heath Hembree Blows Save, Earns Win Wednesday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Heath Hembree blew a 12th-inning save chance before locking down a 6-5 win, in the 13th inning, over Toronto Wednesday. Following Mookie Betts' 12th-inning go-ahead home run, Hembree served up a two-out solo shot to Rowdy Tellez to tie it at five. The Sox were able to plate another in […]

Digging Deeper: AL-Only Waiver Wire Report for Week 8

Every week in baseball, a significant player will hit the disabled list, slip into a slump, or get traded out of a good spot. How fantasy owners adapt to these situations can make or break the season as a whole. One lousy add might not hurt the long-term standing of a team, but failing to […]

Top 30 Impact Prospects for Redraft Leagues (Week 8)

The top prospect exodus continued last week with Keston Hiura, Austin Riley and Brendan Rodgers all receiving the call to The Show. Riley immediately made his presence known to the Braves with a number of strong performances. Touki Toussaint also continued his up-and-down relationship with the Braves. Even with all the promotions this season already, […]

Yonny Chirinos Lets Up One Run On Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos let up one run in relief of opener Ryne Stanek on Wednesday. He only tossed 3 2/3 innings in this one striking out two against a tough Dodgers lineup. It’s possible that he will get a straight start or two in the Rays long stretch of consecutive games. He’s […]

Marcus Walden Blows Save

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Marcus Walden blew the save opportunity in a 4-3 game on Wednesday. With the Red Sox struggling to find anyone who can lock down the ninth, the situation isn’t ideal for fantasy managers. Even Matt Barnes, who has been great so far, let up an eighth inning home run to […]

Zach Britton Was Unavailable Wednesday

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that relief pitcher Zach Britton was unavailable on Wednesday and was "a little beat up." Britton said nothing in particular was bothering him, but he's thrown a lot of innings lately. The left-handed reliever will be available on Thursday. The 31-year-old is 2-0 on the season with a […]

Sean Doolittle Blows Save Wednesday

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle could not convert a four-out save on Wednesday, blowing his second attempt in 10 opportunities in Washington's 6-1 loss to the New York Mets. Doolittle was brought in with two on and none out in the eighth, but did not retire a single batter, allowing both runners to score plus […]

Angels-Twins Postponed Thursday

The game between the Los Angeles Angels and Minnesota Twins on Wednesday was postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up on Thursday, with Angels starter Matt Harvey and Twins hurler Martin Perez likely being pushed back until then. Hopefully you were able to get any players on these teams out of […]

Scott Oberg To Be Primary Closer In Wade Davis' Absence

Colorado Rockies manager Bud Black said that relief pitcher Scott Oberg will operate as the primary closer in the absence of closer Wade Davis (oblique). Black said that Davis suffered the injury last Tuesday in Boston. Oberg, 29, is 1-0 this year with a 1.77 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 13 K's in 20 1/3 innings […]

Pedro Strop Throws Another Bullpen Session

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (hamstring) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday. Strop has been sidelined with a Grade 2 hamstring injury since May 8. Strop will throw another bullpen session over the weekend and if everything goes well, Strop could head out on a rehab assignment. Strop had been the Cubs closer […]

Pedro Baez Could Return Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that relief pitcher Pedro Baez (knee) is moving around well on Wednesday, and the manager is optimistic that Baez will be ready to pitch on Friday against the Pirates. Baez took a line drive off his leg on Tuesday night, but he should be able to avoid the […]

Mets Willing To Use Edwin Diaz For Multiple Innings

The New York Mets are apparently willing to use closer Edwin Diaz for multi-inning saves now after previously being against the notion. Fantasy owners won't complain if Diaz gets more save opportunities because of this, but you have to wonder how it might affect his health and effectiveness as the season progresses. The hard-throwing right-hander […]

Wade Davis Placed On Injured List

The Colorado Rockies placed closer Wade Davis (oblique) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a left oblique strain and recalled pitcher Jairo Diaz from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move. Starter Tyler Anderson (knee) was also moved to the 60-day injured list after having knee surgery. He will miss the rest of the […]

Jordan Hicks Has No Save Opportunities in May

St. Louis Cardinals closer Jordan Hicks has only pitched in four games in May and none of them in a save situation. The Cardinals have mostly reserved Hicks for save situations, but with the team scuffling to a 5-13 record in that time and no win of less than four runs, it's been a struggle […]

Thyago Vieira Recalled

The Chicago White Sox recalled relief pitcher Thyago Vieira from Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday. Relief pitcher Jose Ruiz had been optioned Tuesday. Vieira has pitched in parts of the last three seasons, compiling just 20 2/3 innings with the Seattle Mariners and the White Sox. In that time, he has a 6.10 ERA and 5.50 […]

Luke Gregerson Clears Waivers

Former St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson cleared waivers and has been unconditionally released, making him a free agent. It is difficult to see the 35-year-old Gregerson catch a significant role with someone else given his struggles (7.94 ERA in just 5 2/3 innings this year) and the fact that no team put a […]

Kirby Yates Extends Saves Lead

San Diego Padres closer Kirby Yates struck out the side to collect his 19th save Tuesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Yates made short work of the Snakes, fanning the side in order to extend his major league leading saves tally. The 32-year-old veteran holds a 1.17 ERA and 1.00 WHIP through 23 appearances with a […]

Digging Deeper: NL-Only Waiver Wire Report for Week 8

Every week in baseball, a significant player will hit the disabled list, slip into a slump, or get traded out of a good spot. How fantasy owners adapt to these situations can make or break the season as a whole. One lousy add might not hurt the long-term standing of a team, but failing to […]

The Fantasy Injury Exam Room - Javier Baez, Yasiel Puig and More

In our weekly feature in collaboration with Inside Injuries, we take a comprehensive look into major injuries and their Fantasy implications. The medical team at Inside Injuries breaks down each player’s outlook from physical perspectives. RotoBaller then provides in-depth fantasy recommendations based on the impact of every injury breakdown. It’s an unrivaled combination of medical […]

Raisel Iglesias Picks Up 10th Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Tuesday to preserve a 3-0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. Iglesias worked around one hit to pick up his 10th save in 12 chances. The fireballer got off to a rough start this season but has turned it around of late, having allowed just […]

Jesse Chavez To Serve As Opener Wednesday

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jesse Chavez will serve as the opener in front of Adrian Sampson on Wednesday against the Mariners. Chavez has been a lot better in the month of May than in April, but he still carries no fantasy significance in the opener role. Sampson is 1-3 with a 4.79 ERA, 1.55 WHIP […]

X-Rays Negative On Pedro Baez

X-rays on Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Pedro Baez (knee) were negative after he left the game early on Tuesday after being hit by a line drive, according to manager Dave Roberts. Baez won't pitch on Wednesday, but the team doesn't expect him to be out for long. The right-hander sports a 3.38 ERA on […]

Jalen Beeks Roughed Up In Loss

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jalen Beeks was tagged for five earned runs on eight hits as the bulk pitcher on Tuesday. He wasn’t recommended to stream against a tough Dodgers lineup and we saw why in this one. He did manage to strike out four, but streaming Beeks should be limited to appearances against much […]