Aroldis Chapman Exits After Just One Batter

After just one batter and one pitch to the second batter, New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman exited Tuesday night’s game against the Miami Marlins. With just six pitches under his belt, the fireballer motioned to the dugout for the trainer and he was immediately removed from the game, After the game, which the Yankees […]

Michael Feliz Has Rough Night Tuesday

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Michael Feliz had a rough night against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. He gave up three runs on three hits and a walk. He wasn't able to get any strikeouts, but did get through a full inning of work. His poor performance has raised his ERA to an ugly 6.05. Feliz […]

Kelvin Herrera Activated, Tommy Milone to DL

Nationals relief pitcher Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Tuesday. This was followed by a corresponding move sending starting pitcher Tommy Milone to the DL to make room on the roster for Herrera. With Sean Doolittle still shelved and Koda Glover's struggles recently, Herrera is set to assume the role of […]

Matt Albers Activated on Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Matt Albers (hamstring) has been activated from the disabled list on Tuesday. He missed the last couple of weeks due to a hamstring issue. Albers threw three scoreless innings without issues, so he should resume his role in middle relief for the Brewers. Reliever Joakim Soria (groin) should be activated off […]

Roberto Osuna Named Primary Closer For Astros

Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch has told reporters that reliever Roberto Osuna will handle the closing duties moving forward. Osuna was acquired amidst plenty of controversy from the Blue Jays and has allowed one run through five innings pitched out of the bullpen for the Astros since August 6. Osuna locked down 39 saves last […]

Relief Pitchers Deeper Dive - Week 21

Today and every Tuesday moving forward throughout the 2018 MLB season, we will take a deep dive into some of the lesser-owned relief pitchers on the market that are worth keeping tabs on. This can be a good tool for those in deeper holds leagues, although any pitcher in a position to make a move on […]

Jose Alvarado Earns Fifth Save Monday Versus Kansas City

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Jose Alvarado earned a save Monday versus the Royals. He closed out the 1-0 victory with a scoreless ninth inning only marred by a walk. It would be his fifth save of the season. An argument could be made that Alvarado got the save attempt due to Sergio Romo having […]

Ryan Yarbrough Keeps Racking Up Wins

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Ryan Yarbrough earned yet another victory Monday versus the Royals. He went 5 1/3 scoreless innings in relief of Hunter Wood. The win was Yarbrough's 12th of the season. In fairness, he only allowed two hits and a single walk so it was a dominating effort deserving of reward. It […]

Cody Allen Saves Monday's Game

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Cody Allen earned the save on Monday, pitching the ninth inning and allowing a run on two hits and a walk. Brad Hand and Adam Cimber combined to work the eighth inning, but Allen was the one that got the save chance in this one. It looks like Cleveland will be […]

Jeremy Jeffress Gives Up Rare Run On Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Jeremy Jeffress pitched two innings and gave up one run during Sunday's win versus the Cardinals. Josh Hader came in for the save in the ninth, and both relievers are having amazing seasons. Both Hader and Jeffress look to see some save chances while Corey Knebel is still out of the role, […]

Josh Hader Locks Down Save Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Josh Hader struck out two batters on nine pitches to secure a 2-1 lead and a save on Sunday against the Cardinals. Hader now has back to back saves in his last two appearances and sits at 10 on the season. The Brewers have had a few different relievers get chances at […]

Hector Velazquez Takes Tough Loss on Sunday

With Chris Sale sidelined, the Boston Red Sox turned to reliever Hector Velazquez for a spot-start on Sunday and he delivered. A solo shot given up to Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Joey Wendle was the only blemish through four innings of work, but the Red Sox offense was shutout and saddled Velazquez with his first […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 21

Trade deadline passed? That doesn't mean you can't still buy and sell! Instead of trading assets with other owners, you can "buy" players that have been overlooked or recently discarded on the waiver wire. In this case, think of it as a short-term investment that comes at a low cost (you did save at least […]

AL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 21

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 […]

Josh Hader Earns 10th Save Sunday

Brewers relief pitcher Josh Hader earned his 10th save of the season Sunday against the Cardinals. Hader struck out two batters in a clean ninth inning that only lasted nine pitches. The 24-year old left-hander has been incredible all season long (on the baseball field) and should continue to see save opportunities going forward. Hader […]

Trevor Hildenberger (RP, MIN) - Week 21 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% of leagues ANALYSIS: At this juncture of the season, saves can be tough to come by on the waiver wire. That's why it comes as a surprise to see Trevor Hildenberger still available for free in over 80 percent of Yahoo leagues currently. True, the ratios (4.58 […]

Steven Wright Could Start Rehab Assignment This Week

Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright (knee) could begin a rehab assignment as soon as this week. However, he's scheduled to pitch strictly in relief when he returns to the Red Sox, which saps any of his potential fantasy value.

Ryan Madson Doing Electric Therapy

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson (back) is in Phoenix, Arizona, doing electric therapy for his back. It doesn't sound like the veteran reliever will be back anytime soon. He was an option in the ninth inning for a short period of time with both Sean Doolittle and Kelvin Herrera injured, but that didn't last […]

Sean Doolittle Feels OK After Bullpen

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (foot) said he just "felt OK" and not great during his last bullpen session. There remains no timetable for Doolittle's return, although he should be able to make it back sometime next month. The left-hander was one of the best closers in baseball before his injury, so he should return […]

Buck Farmer Starting Sunday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Buck Farmer will make the start on Sunday against the Twins. The left-hander has appeared in 52 games for the Tigers this year, but all 52 outings came out of the bullpen. That means this is a bullpen game for the Tigers, and Farmer is unlikely to go more than a […]

The Cut List (Week 21): Time to Let Go?

Welcome to Week 21 of the Cut List. Last week we saw Jon Lester and Jed Lowrie bounce back after enduring major slumps in July. Those weren’t the best calls I’ve made this year, to say the least. This week I’m taking a look at Brian Anderson, Kyle Schwarber, Sean Newcomb, and Chris Taylor. All […]

Corey Oswalt Moving To Bullpen

New York Mets pitcher Corey Oswalt is being moved to the bullpen. Oswalt wasn't much of a fantasy option during his time in the rotation. He went 2-2 with a 5.31 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and weak 5.3 K/9 in eight starts. If you were using him in a deep NL-only league, you can now safely […]

Joakim Soria To Throw Bullpen Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Joakim Soria (groin) is making progress from his groin strain and threw off flat ground Friday, according to manager Craig Counsell. He will move to a light bullpen session on Sunday. The veteran reliever won't be ready to come off the disabled list when he's eligible on Monday, but he is […]

Brandon Morrow Throws Bullpen Saturday

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) threw 25 pitches off a mound on Saturday and said he hasn't lost strength in his arm. He is categorizing his injury as a "bone bruise" and "stress reaction." The right-hander is likely to need two to three more bullpen sessions before going on a rehab assignment. That means […]

Kelvin Herrera Could Return Early Next Week

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) could return from the disabled list on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week after throwing a 15-pitch simulated game on Saturday. Manager Dave Martinez was impressed with Herrera. With closer Sean Doolittle and veteran reliever Ryan Madson injured, Herrera could return to the ninth-inning duties over Koda Glover […]

Kelvin Herrera Tosses Simulated Game on Saturday

Washington Nationals reliever Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) threw a successful simulated game on Saturday as part of his rehab. Since it went so well, it seems like there is a chance that Herrera could return sometime next week. Ryan Madson (back) and Sean Doolittle (foot) are currently out of commission, so Herrera should conceivably see some […]

Jhan Marinez Set to Begin Rehab Assignment on Monday

Baltimore Orioles reliever Jhan Marinez (hamstring) is set to start a rehab assignment in the Gulf Coast League on Monday. Marinez has a 5.63 ERA across eight innings with the Orioles this season. He has had some decent relief seasons in the past, but he has no fantasy value whatsoever anymore.

Harrison Musgrave Demoted Back To Triple-A

Colorado Rockies pitcher Harrison Musgrave was sent back to Triple-A Albuquerque in the corresponding move to allow the team to activate Scott Oberg from the paternity list. Musgrave has been quite ineffective at the big league level this season, posting a 5.08 ERA with a 6.15 K/9 and 4.54 BB/9. Musgrave has worked as a […]

Scott Oberg Returns To Rockies

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Scott Oberg returned to the team on Friday night after missing three days to be with his wife for the birth of their first child. Oberg has been one of the more dependable members of the Rockies bullpen as of late, though he did have a hiccough against the Dodgers. Since […]

Mike Dunn Throws Simulated Game

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Mike Dunn is making his way back from the disabled list once again. Dunn has been sidelined since early July with an inflamed AC joint, his second DL-worthy injury of the season. Dunn is slated to begin a minor league rehab assignment next week, but he probably won't sniff the big […]