Andrew Miller Pitches Well in Rehab Debut

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller (knee) pitched a hitless inning during his rehab debut at Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday. He struck out two of the three batters he faced, and need just 12 pitches to get through the inning. Miller will likely need a few more rehab appearances before he rejoins the Indians. He […]

Indians Showing Interest in Brad Hand

The Cleveland Indians are reportedly showing interest in San Diego Padres closer Brad Hand. Hand has pitched to a 3.05 ERA and a 65/15 K/BB ratio with 24 saves. He has been named to back-to-back All-Star teams. Cleveland currently ranks 29th in the MLB with a bullpen ERA of 5.28. They're in desperate need of […]

NL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 16

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 […]

Relief Pitchers Deeper Dive - Week 16

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 […]

Braves Sign Lane Adams and Fernando Salas

The Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Lane Adams and relief pitcher Fernando Salas to minor league deals. Adams appeared in 15 games with the Braves earlier in the season, hitting .235 with a home run and four RBI. Salas appeared in 41 games with the Diamondbacks this season, pitching to a 4.50 ERA and a […]

Sean Doolittle Throws on Flat Ground Monday

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (toe) was able to throw off flat ground during batting practice on Monday. According to Chelsea Janes, Doolittle said he was fine throwing and thinks his DL stint will be short. The Nats placed Doolittle on the DL due to a pinched nerve in a toe on his left foot. It […]

Trevor Gott Optioned to Triple-A

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Trevor Gott has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday. Gott posted a 4.96 ERA during 18 relief appearances with the Nats this season. The Nats are expected to activate Stephen Strasburg (shoulder) off the DL on Friday, so this opens up a spot on the 25-man roster.

Angels Have No Interest In Dealing Tyler Skaggs, Andrew Heaney

The Los Angeles Angels have no interest in trading starting pitchers Tyler Skaggs or Andrew Heaney, according to a source. The Angels are drawing interest in their controllable players, including relievers Blake Parker, Jose Alvarez, Cam Bedrosian and Justin Anderson. The Angels are open to discussing them, but they will want a good return. With […]

Astros Seeking Difference-Maker In Bullpen

The Houston Astros are more likely to trade for a relief pitcher than for a catcher at the trade deadline, and they are seeking a "true difference-maker" in the bullpen like Orioles closer Zach Britton, Padres closer Brad Hand or Reds closer Raisel Iglesias. Houston could also move Lance McCullers Jr. or Charlie Morton to […]

Dodgers Expected To Add Reliever

The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to add a relief pitcher at the trade deadline, and FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal said "there's almost no doubt" that the Dodgers will make a trade for a reliever. Josh Fields, Tony Cingrani and Pedro Baez are all on the disabled list, so LA wants to give closer Kenley […]

Cubs Interested In Zach Britton, Brad Hand

The Chicago Cubs are among eight teams that are talking to the Baltimore Orioles about closer Zach Britton, according to an industry source. They are also interested in San Diego Padres closer Brad Hand, though Hand will cost much more than Britton, who will be a free agent after this season. Hand is signed through […]

Scott Oberg Vultures Another Win

The Colorado Rockies have been desperate for someone in the bullpen to pitch well, and it looks like relief pitcher Scott Oberg may be stepping up. Oberg threw another scoreless 1 1/3 innings on Sunday, bringing his ERA to 1.08 since returning from the disabled list on July 1. With a walk-off homer by Trevor […]

Sam Howard Recalled From Triple-A

The Colorado Rockies have recalled rookie pitcher Sam Howard from Triple-A Albuquerque to cover for Harrison Musgrave after the All-Star break. Musgrave was sidelined due to a strained hip flexor, but the team expects him back after missing just one series. In the meantime, Howard may get the chance to see a little action for […]

Harrison Musgrave Placed On Disabled List

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Harrison Musgrave was placed on the 10-day disabled list due to a strained hip flexor after he pitched three innings against the Mariners on Saturday. Musgrave labored through the appearance, allowing three earned runs while striking out no one, so the injury isn't terribly surprising. Like just about everyone else in […]

Wade Davis Making Mechanical Adjustment

Colorado Rockies closer Wade Davis figured something out recently about his fastball movement. "Probably a month and a half ago, I was cutting the fastball a lot, especially here [at Coors Field], and I wasn't sure why," Davis said. "I was getting a lot of late right-to-left movement that I had never seen before. That […]

Tyson Ross, Brad Hand Drawing Trade Interest

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Tyson Ross, closer Brad Hand and reliever Kirby Yates are drawing trade interest from other teams, with the New York Yankees among teams that have checked in. Hand was expected to be the Padres' best trade chip heading into the year, but Ross has also surprised in a bounce-back year […]

Trading Up: Mid-Tier and Bargain Buys (Pitchers)

This article is the third in our series on trade targets for the second half of the season. Part 1 focused on players generally ranked in the top 50. Part 2 focused on mid-tier and bargain targets for offense. This installment focuses on pitchers ranked outside the top 50. Part four will focus on players […]

AL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 16

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 […]

Zach Britton Picks Up Second Straight Save Sunday

Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton pitched a scoreless ninth inning for the second straight game in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Rangers. Britton allowed one hit and a walk with no strikeouts while earning his fourth save of the season. While the walk rate is still high (5.52 BB/9), Britton looks to have found his […]

Ryan Tepera Activated From DL Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Ryan Tepera returned from the disabled list on Sunday. Tepera had been pitching well prior to heading to the disabled list and had been getting the lion's share of save opportunities with Roberto Osuna being suspended. The waters are a little more murky now though with Tyler Clippard and Seunghwan Oh […]

The Cut List (Week 16): Time to Move On?

Welcome to Week 16 of the Cut List. This week I’m taking a look at Eric Hosmer, Brandon Crawford, Marcell Ozuna, and Yangervis Solarte. All of these guys have been viable standard league options at one point or another this year, but have recently hit cold streaks that have hampered their fantasy value. Sure, Eric […]

Kenley Jansen Takes Third Loss Of Season Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen fell to 0-3 this season in Saturday's 5-4 extra-inning loss to the Angels. Jansen entered the tied game in the top of the 10th inning and gave up a single hit, a solo home run to Cole Kalhoun. He also had a strikeout. Despite the loss, Jansen still remains […]

Zach Britton Earns Third Save Of Season Saturday

Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton locked down his third save of the season in a 1-0 win against the Rangers. Britton came on to pitch the ninth inning up a run and allowed no runs on no hits and a walk with two strikeouts. The lefty seems to have found himself after a rough start […]

Rays Acquire Relief Pitcher Hoby Milner

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired relief pitcher Hoby Milner from the Philadelphia Phillies for cash considerations. Ryan Weber was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Milner has pitched to a 7.71 ERA in 2018, but carried a 2.01 ERA over 37 games in 2017. He'll work in middle relief for the Rays and […]

Kyle Barraclough Shaky but Still Earns Save on Saturday

Miami Marlins closer Kyle Barraclough allowed two hits in the ninth but was able to escape from trouble without allowing a run, earning his ninth save of the season. Barraclough has looked solid in his role as the closer and now carries a 1.28 ERA to go with a 47/23 K/BB ratio. He has converted […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Placed on Paternity Leave

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. has been placed on paternity leave with Rob Zastryzny being recalled in a corresponding move. Edwards Jr. will be away from the team throughout the All-Star break and will return shortly after. Currently he holds no fantasy value in leagues outside of those who count holds.

Santiago Casilla Designated for Assignment

The Oakland Athletics have designated relief pitcher Santiago Casilla for assignment. Casilla has a strong 3.16 ERA in 2018, however his 22/20 K/BB ratio is less than desirable. Clearly the A's felt like they were better off with the other options in their bullpen over Casilla. He'll likely pass through waivers before being released. There's […]

Roberto Osuna Makes First Minor League Appearance Since May Arrest

Toronto Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna made his first minor league appearance on Saturday, allowing a hit and striking out one in a scoreless inning for the Gulf Coast League Blue Jays. Osuna is still serving a 75-game suspension for an domestic assault charge in May. He is eligible to return on August 5 and […]

Christian Bergman Optioned to Triple-A, Matt Fiesta Called Up

After starting Friday's game in Colorado, Bergman is being sent down to Triple-A Tacoma until his services are needed. It is unclear exactly when that will be, however, with James Paxton currently on the DL, it's fair to assume that he could be back up shortly after the All-Star break. Bergman has started two games […]

Felipe Vazquez Gets 22nd Save In Game 1 Saturday

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vasquez secured the victory in Game 1 of the doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers Saturday and notched his 22nd save of the season. He struck out the first batter he faced, and got the final two outs on batted balls. Vasquez is the 12th ranked closer in ESPN head-to-head leagues and […]