Hunter Strickland To Make Back-To-Back Rehab Appearances

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Hunter Strickland (hand) will throw in back-to-back games with Triple-A Sacramento for the first time and is eligible to come off the disabled list on Saturday. He's nearing a return, but it's unknown if he'll boot Will Smith out of the closer's role upon his return. Those desperate for saves […]

Ross Stripling Lands On DL

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed relief pitcher Ross Stripling (back) on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday with lower back inflammation. The move is retroactive to Aug. 12. Stripling basically loses most of his fantasy value with a move to the bullpen and now he's on the DL, so you can likely drop him at […]

Kenley Jansen Throws To Hitters Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen (heart) said he felt great while throwing around 25 pitches to hitters on Wednesday, although he got tired toward the end of the session after also running on a treadmill and throwing before. Jansen is making good progress after being diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat, and he could return […]

Luis Cessa Recalled, George Kontos Designated For Assignment

New York Yankees reliever George Kontos' stint with his original team was short-lived this time around, as the team announced Wednesday that he was being designated for assignment. Taking his place on the roster will be right-hander Luis Cessa. Cessa will start Wednesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays. With CC Sabathia (knee) on the […]

Brett Cecil Returns From Disabled List

St. Louis Cardinals reliever Brett Cecil (foot) is back with the team after missing three weeks with foot inflammation. Cecil has been awful this season as evidenced by his 5.70 ERA in 23 2/3 innings. Cecil has no fantasy value as he will most likely be used in very low-leverage situations. Tyler Webb was optioned […]

Ross Stripling To See Back Specialist

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Ross Stripling (back) will visit with Dr. Robert Watkins, a back specialist, on Wednesday. Stripling's back flared up after he threw his latest bullpen session. Stripling was sent to the bullpen to make room for Hyun-Jin Ryu in the starting rotation recently. He'll lose most of his fantasy value pitching […]

Brandon Morrow To Throw Off Mound This Weekend

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) will attempt to throw off a mound this weekend. “It’s just kind of a deep thing that’s just sticking around. I can’t put my finger on it,” said Morrow, who went on the disabled list when the pain didn’t go away through the break. “I think the muscle is […]

Bud Norris' Hip Injury Isn't Serious

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris (hip) said he's been fighting right hip discomfort all year, and it's something that only bothers him when he has to cover first base or back up other bases. “It’s something I really have to start monitoring,” said Norris. “Some days it’s good and some days it’s bad. I […]

Arodys Vizcaino Set to Resume Throwing on Wednesday

Injured Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino (shoulder) is ready to ramp up his rehab on Wednesday. The 27-year-old will resume throwing, which is the first step in his recovery process. There will be a clearer timetable for his return in the coming days, but the Braves seem content to take a slow approach. With A.J. […]

A.J. Minter Continues to Pitch Well out of Braves Bullpen

While Atlanta Braves closer A.J. Minter was not needed for a save in Tuesday's 10-6 win against the Miami Marlins, the reliever still pitched a clean ninth inning. Minter has filled in admirably in lieu of Arodys Vizcaino's injury. He has only allowed a single run in his last 11 appearances and has grabbed a tidy […]

Angels Acquire Odrisamer Despaigne

The Los Angeles Angels have acquired long reliever Odrisamer Despaigne from the Miami Marlins. In a corresponding move, the team designated reliever Dayan Diaz for assignment. Despaigne is expected to take on a long relief role for the Halos, and could spot start if necessary. The 31-year-old has a 5.31 ERA and a 1.47 WHIP […]

Blake Treinen Locks Down Victory For 32nd Save

Oakland Athletics closer Blake Treinen pitched a scoreless ninth inning to secure a 3-2 victory over the Mariners Tuesday. He struck out one and allowed two hits in the outing. Treinen dropped his ERA down to 0.89 and has been one of the most reliable closers this year. Tuesday's save was the third day in […]

Tyler Glasnow (SP/RP, TB) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 27% of leagues ANALYSIS: The Tampa Bay Rays clearly had a plan for Tyler Glasnow and boy, has he executed it. Big G’s first appearance was a typical three-inning open, but the last effort saw him toss 79 pitches over five innings. Okay, now we have […]

Chaz Roe Back In The Majors

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Chaz Roe (knee) returned to the team Tuesday as an active member of the team. He is returning from surgery a month ago and he is actually back ahead of schedule. Roe has been a valuable member of the bullpen and is a welcome addition, especially given how much the […]

Bud Norris Not Used Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris (hip), who is dealing with soreness in his right hip, was not used in a save situation on Tuesday night against the Nationals. Instead, relief pitcher Jordan Hicks came on to record the save -- his fourth of the year. Norris blew his fourth save of the season on […]

Tommy Hunter Takes Loss In Tight Game

The Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Red Sox remained in a deadlocked 1-1 game into the eighth inning Tuesday night in the city of brotherly love. After Nick Pivetta’s strong seven innings and Pat Neshek’s scoreless seventh, Philadelphia Phillies reliever Tommy Hunter was the next man summoned from Gabe Kapler’s bullpen. The 32-year-old, currently in his first […]

Mychal Givens Earns Fourth Save Of Season Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles closer Mychal Givens pitched a clean ninth inning on Tuesday against the Mets to pick up his fourth save of the season. Givens pitched a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. He has now converted four of six save opportunities with a 4.73 ERA in 59 innings this season. While Givens is worth a […]

Dellin Betances Allows First Home Run In Three Months

Entering Tuesday night’s series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees reliever Dellin Betances had once again established himself as one of the best relievers in the sport. After all, he’d allowed just one run since the end of May, striking out 49 batters across that span. On this day, however, he would […]

Xavier Cedeno Picks Up The Save On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Xavier Cedeno picked up his first save of the season on Tuesday versus the Tigers. The White Sox have had four saves go to four different pitchers since Joakim Soria was dealt. The White Sox closer situation is one to avoid in all formats as they don’t have a clear […]

Ross Stripling May Not Be Available Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ross Stripling (back) is dealing with a sore back muscle and may not be available out of the bullpen on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Stripling, an All-Star this year, has been moved to the bullpen to make room in the rotation for Hyun-Jin Ryu. It kills most of his […]

Kenley Jansen Making Progress

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen (heart) ran sprints on Tuesday and will throw to hitters on Wednesday and Friday. He's optimistic that he will be cleared to return after a follow-up exam with a cardiologist next Monday. Jansen continues to wear a wireless heart monitor around his chest. It looks like Jansen's irregular heartbeat […]

Will Smith Unavailable Tuesday

San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy wants to avoid using closer Will Smith on Tuesday after the lefty reliever threw 20 pitches to earn the save on Monday. Smith has thrown back-to-back days. The southpaw has been great with Hunter Strickland sidelined, posting a 2.06 ERA, 0.84 WHIP, 12.4 K/9 and nine saves. Because of […]

Alex Wood Activated From DL, Starting Tuesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated starting pitcher Alex Wood (hip, groin) from the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday, and he's starting against the Giants. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers placed relief pitcher John Axford (leg) on the disabled list with a fractured right fibula. The left-hander missed just one turn in the rotation and […]

Koda Glover Taking Over As Closer

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said relief pitcher Koda Glover will be the official closer with Ryan Madson (back) landing on the disabled list. However, Glover is unlikely to be available on Tuesday after pitching back-to-back days. Justin Miller would likely fill in Tuesday if a save situation arises. Glover has only tossed 1 2/3 […]

Antonio Senzatela Throws Live Batting Practice

Colorado Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) threw live batting practice on Tuesday and said he felt in tip-top shape. He can return from the disabled list on Wednesday. The right-hander has been a swingman for the Rockies this year, making 15 appearances (five starts) and pitching to a 4.56 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 37 strikeouts […]

Sean Doolittle Throws Off Mound

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (foot) threw off a mound Tuesday and is testing some mechanical adjustments that will allow him to pitch the rest of the year without further damaging his foot. That's not the most encouraging update. The Nationals desperately need their closer back with Kelvin Herrera and Ryan Madson also landing on […]

Jake Thompson Acquired by Brewers

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jake Thompson has been traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for cash considerations. The Phillies designated Thompson for assignment last Friday to make room for newly acquired Justin Bour. The Brewers have optioned Thompson to Triple-A Colorado Springs, so he won't be with the MLB team right away. Thompson should be […]

Ryan Madson Goes On DL

The Washington Nationals placed relief pitcher Ryan Madson (back) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday. In corresponding moves, relief pitchers Trevor Gott and Tim Collins were called up. Sammy Solis was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse and Erick Fedde (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day DL. The Nats bullpen is now officially a mess with […]

Garrett Hampson Called Up

Colorado Rockies infield prospect Garrett Hampson was recalled from the minors on Tuesday. Relief pitcher Scott Obert was put on the paternity list in a corresponding move. Hampson does have six hits in his first 20 at-bats (.300) in the major leagues, but he's not likely to be up long or play much. He's the […]

Cory Gearrin Could See Save Opportunities

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Cory Gearrin has been carving out a nice role with the Rangers since being acquired from the San Francisco Giants. Gearrin has been working in Rangers victories, with seven of his previous eight outings coming in games that the Rangers went on to win. Since coming to the Rangers, Gearrin has […]