Roki Sasaki To Be Activated Wednesday, Pitch Out Of Bullpen

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Tuesday that the team will activate right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday. He also said that the 23-year-old rookie will pitch out of the bullpen, rather than return to the starting rotation. Sasaki dealt with injuries and limited workloads in his […]

MLB to Use ABS Challenge System in 2026

Major League Baseball announced on Tuesday that it will use the ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) Challenge System full-time in 2026, following years of experimentation in the minor leagues and in MLB spring training and the All-Star game this year, according to Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com. The ABS system will give teams the opportunity to request a […]

Jordan Romano Unlikely to Return During Regular Season

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jordan Romano (finger, neck) is unlikely to return during the last week of the regular season. Romano has been on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right middle finger since Aug. 26, and he's now dealing with numbness in his finger and neck stiffness. He's not throwing as a result. […]

JoJo Romero Earns Eighth Save Of Season Monday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher JoJo Romero picked up his eighth save of the season in Monday's 6-5 win over the Giants. Romero came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one and tossed a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. The Cardinals have used numerous relief pitchers in save situations over […]

Hunter Barco to be Called Up for MLB Debut

Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect Hunter Barco is getting called up to the majors from Triple-A Indianapolis for what will be his big league debut. The Pirates' fourth-ranked prospect (MLB No. 82) had a great season, which began at Double-A, where he did not allow a single earned run in six starts (25 2/3 innings pitched) […]

Roki Sasaki has Another Scoreless Relief Appearance, Could Return Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki (shoulder) had another scoreless inning with Triple-A Oklahoma City on his rehab assignment on Sunday, striking out one and walking none. Sasaki has thrown two scoreless innings out of the bullpen and will rejoin the big-league club in Arizona during their upcoming road series in the final week […]

Eric Cross' Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Hitters and Pitchers (Week 26)

Welcome to my final waiver wire article of the season here on RotoBaller. I've enjoyed writing this article each Saturday this season, and hopefully, this article has been beneficial to you and your fantasy teams over the last six months. If you're still reading this here in late-September, it probably means you're still in contention […]

Nick Mariano's Week 26 Waiver Wire Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Take a moment to catch your breath, and then let's gear up for that last push for home plate. Some of you are grinding head-to-head matchups where specific category needs will become apparent, while others are simultaneously attacking and defending rotisserie categories. Let's get […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Who to Consider Dropping for Fantasy Baseball (Week 26)

Welcome back to The Cut List as we head into Week 26 of the 2025 season. For every add, there is usually also a drop. For those unfamiliar, this is our weekly article examining players whom fantasy managers might consider cutting from their teams and struggling players who warrant a closer look. As we're into […]

Week 26 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Giancarlo Stanton, Daylen Lile, Ian Seymour, Sal Stewart, Trey Yesavage

The final week of the MLB season has finally arrived! With fantasy baseball ending this week, it's the last chance to make any waiver wire moves to help secure those fantasy baseball championships. At RotoBaller HQ, we updated our top 100 hitter and pitcher list for Week 26 of the MLB season -- September 22nd […]

Robert Suarez Secures 40th Save

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez collected his National League-leading 40th save in a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. The 34-year-old right-hander slammed the door on the White Sox with a 1-2-3 ninth inning and struck out two to lock up the first 40-save season of his career. It was a […]

Austin Pope Called Up from Triple-A Reno

Arizona Diamondbacks pitching prospect Austin Pope was called up from Triple-A Reno on Sunday for what will be his major league debut whenever he enters a game. The 26-year-old missed the first half of the season rehabbing from knee surgery, but has been active at Triple-A since the beginning of July. The right-hander posted a 4.60 ERA, […]

Trevor Megill Unlikely to Return Until Playoffs

Milwaukee Brewers closer Trevor Megill (elbow) is running out of time to return from the 15-day injured list in the regular season. Megill, out since Aug. 25 with a flexor strain, got through a bullpen session on Saturday. Manager Pat Murphy said afterward that a best-case scenario will include another bullpen on Tuesday, live batting […]

Mitch Spence to Start on Sunday

Athletics right-hander Mitch Spence will start on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Lefty Jeffrey Springs had been scheduled to toe the rubber, but Spence will get the ball after throwing 3 2/3 scoreless innings out of the bullpen and earning a win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. […]

Robert Stephenson Done for the Season

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Robert Stephenson (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. Stephenson has already been sidelined with multiple injuries this season, but this one will end his 2025 campaign. He'll finish the season with a 2.70 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and a 10/3 K/BB ratio across 12 appearances. The right-hander […]

Sean Newcomb Placed on 15-Day Injured List

The Athletics announced that they have placed left-hander Sean Newcomb (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation and recalled righty Scott McGough from Triple-A Las Vegas. Newcomb's season will end early, but he was an excellent buy-low pickup for the Athletics after they acquired him from the Boston Red Sox for cash considerations […]

Reed Garrett Recommended for Tommy John Surgery

New York Mets right-handed reliever Reed Garrett (elbow) has been recommended for Tommy John surgery, according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. Garrett already has another offseason surgery scheduled to move a nerve in his right arm. That would only shelve him for four months, but if he has to undergo Tommy John, he'll miss […]

Nick Mariano's Week 25 Waiver Wire Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Baseball's home stretch is upon us! The third base coach is waving us around as we make a mad dash for the championship trophies, but we're not there yet. Some of you need power, others need speed, starts, saves, and so on! You've done […]

Closers and Saves Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Report for Week 25 (2025)

It is absolutely crunch time in every form of baseball right now, from real life teams fighting for a playoff spot to fake teams fighting in the fantasy finals. One save could be the difference between a trip to the real playoffs in real baseball or a trip to the bank (metaphorically, it's all Zelle, […]

Michael Kopech Lands on 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that they have placed reliever Michael Kopech (knee) on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right knee and recalled righty Will Klein from Triple-A Oklahoma City. This is the third trip to the IL this year for Kopech, who missed over two months after undergoing surgery on a […]

Kenley Jansen Won't Pitch This Weekend

Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen did not travel to Colorado for the team's weekend series against the Rockies. The high altitude in Colorado can cause complications with Jansen's heart condition, so he stayed behind and will not be available to pitch again until the Angels return home on Sept. 23. This has been yet […]

Kyle Finnegan Set to Return on Friday

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Kyle Finnegan (groin) is with the team on Friday and is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list before the series opener against the Atlanta Braves, according to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. Finnegan is expecting to be active. "Ready to go," he said. The 34-year-old veteran will be […]

Roki Sasaki to Make Another Relief Appearance in Minors on Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed rookie Roki Sasaki (calf, shoulder) made a relief appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday night and retired three of the four batters he faced with two strikeouts and a walk, according to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times. His fastball was sitting at 99 mph, and he touched 100.1 […]

Roki Sasaki to Pitch in Relief on Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki (calf, shoulder) is scheduled to pitch in relief with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday night while on his minor-league rehab assignment, according to manager Dave Roberts. It's pretty much been a lost first season in the big leagues for Sasaki, as he's missed most of 2025 due to […]

Bailey Falter Starting Rehab Assignment on Thursday

The Kansas City Royals expect left-hander Bailey Falter (biceps) to start a minor-league rehab assignment on Thursday night with Triple-A Omaha. It remains to be seen if Falter will be able to return to the big-league squad in the last week and a half of the season. The 28-year-old southpaw was placed on the 15-day […]

Jordan Hicks Playing Catch, Still May Not Return This Year

Boston Red Sox right-hander Jordan Hicks (shoulder) has resumed playing catch, although manager Alex Cora acknowledged that he may have already run out of time to have a chance to return this year, according to Christopher Smith of Mass Live. Hicks is trying to work his way back from tendinitis in his right shoulder. The […]

Philip Abner Called Up from Triple-A Reno for Debut

Arizona Diamondbacks pitching prospect Philip Abner has been called up from Triple-A Reno for what will be his major league debut whenever he enters a game. The 23-year-old began the season at High-A and earned a promotion to Double-A in mid-May, then made it to Triple-A at the end of August. The former sixth-round draft […]

Dustin May Throws Bullpen on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox right-hander Dustin May (elbow) was able to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday, according to Christopher Smith of Mass Live. May is "trending in the right direction," according to manager Alex Cora, but the skipper also acknowledged that the 28-year-old might be running out of time to make it back to help […]

Paul Sewald Activated From 60-Day Injured List

The Detroit Tigers have activated right-handed reliever Paul Sewald (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list and optioned righty Jose Urquidy to Triple-A Toledo. Sewald is ready to return after missing upward of two months with a shoulder strain. He spent the first few months of the season with the division-rival Cleveland Guardians, who traded him […]

Kyle Finnegan Set for Rehab Appaearance

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan (adductor) will make a rehab appearance on Thursday for the Toledo Mud Hens, as he looks to return to the Tigers' bullpen in time for the last few series of the regular season. After joining the Tigers at the trade deadline, the 34-year-old righty made 12 scoreless appearances with […]