Mid-Round Closer and Relief Pitcher (RP) Fantasy Baseball Draft Values and Targets In 2025

Welcome RotoBallers to our middle-round closers and relief pitcher value picks to target in 2025 fantasy baseball drafts. We are back with more mid-round value picks to help you crush your upcoming fantasy baseball drafts. Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone is looking to draft players to build around their core. It's […]

Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects for Dynasty Leagues (2025)

Spring Training may just be getting near, but fantasy managers in dynasty leagues are always busy. Whether reviewing potential trades, taking stock of prospect depth, or preparing for first-year player drafts, managing future talent is one of the most important aspects of dynasty leagues. Assessing potential value early on in players' careers can be difficult, […]

Josh Sborz Placed On 60-Day Injured List

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Josh Sborz (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list earlier on Monday. This transaction opened a roster spot for right-handed pitcher Luke Jackson, who the team signed to a one-year contract on Monday. Sborz underwent shoulder surgery earlier in the offseason and is expected to miss the opening months of […]

White Sox Claim Owen White Off Waivers From Yankees

The Chicago White Sox claimed left-hander Owen White off waivers from the New York Yankees on Monday and placed left-hander Ky Bush (elbow) on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move to make room for White on the 40-man roster. The White Sox will be the fourth team for White this offseason as he's […]

Bennett Sousa Healthy At Spring Training

Houston Astros left-hander Bennett Sousa (shoulder) said that he's fully recovered from season-ending surgery he had last April for thoracic outlet syndrome. Sousa was able to get back on the mound last September and appears to be full-go at camp this year as he competes for a spot in Houston's Opening Day bullpen. The 29-year-old […]

Seth Martinez Designated For Assignment

The Arizona Diamondbacks designated right-hander Seth Martinez for assignment on Monday to make room for right-handed reliever Kendall Graveman on their 40-man roster. Martinez was claimed off waiver by the Diamondbacks earlier this offseason, but he could be on the move again before the start of the 2025 regular season. The 30-year-old former 17th-round pick […]

Rangers Sign Luke Jackson To One-Year Deal

The Texas Rangers announced on Monday that they signed free-agent right-handed reliever Luke Jackson to an undisclosed one-year deal for the 2025 season. Jackson will now return to Texas after the organization drafted him 45th overall in the first round in 2010. The 33-year-old spent the first two years of his MLB career with the […]

Lucas Sims Nearing Agreement With Nationals

Former Boston Red Sox right-handed reliever Lucas Sims is nearing an agreement with the Washington Nationals, sources told Mass Live's Chris Cotillo. Sims opened last year with the Cincinnati Reds and finished the year in Boston, going a combined 1-6 with a 4.38 ERA (5.23 FIP), 1.44 WHIP, one save, 49 strikeouts and 30 walks […]

David Buchanan To Miss At Least A Week With Sprained Ankle

Texas Rangers right-hander David Buchanan (ankle) suffered a badly sprained left ankle while doing pitchers fielding drills and will miss at least a week in spring training, according to the Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant. Buchanan should have plenty of time to get healthy before Opening Day in late March, but the 35-year-old veteran will […]

Dauri Moreta Hits 60-Day Injured List

According to Andrew Destin of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pirates right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta (elbow) was placed on the 60-day injured list. This transaction opened a spot on the 40-man roster for outfielder Tommy Pham. Moreta underwent Tommy John surgery in March 2024 and is still expected to miss time in the 2025 season. Given that […]

Amir Garrett Signs Minor-League Deal With Toronto

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet, left-handed pitcher Amir Garrett signed a minor-league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. This deal includes an invitation to spring training. Last summer, Garrett spent most of the season at the Triple-A level. He logged just five 1/3 innings in the majors and held a hefty 5.06 ERA. In […]

Shelby Miller Signs Minor-League Deal With Arizona

According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, right-handed pitcher Shelby Miller signed a minor-league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. This contract includes an invitation to spring training. The 34-year-old logged 55 2/3 innings with the Detroit Tigers last summer before being released. During his stint in Detroit, Miller held a 4.53 ERA with a 0.97 WHIP. […]

Robert Garcia Set To Throw Bullpen On Tuesday

According to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, Texas Rangers relief pitcher Robert Garcia (forearm) will throw a bullpen on Tuesday. The 28-year-old has been sidelined since the start of camp due to nerve irritation in his forearm. Fantasy managers should monitor his status on Tuesday after his bullpen in case he faces a setback. Earlier in […]

Joe Barlow Returning To Texas On Minor-League Deal

According to the team, the Texas Rangers have re-signed right-handed pitcher Joe Barlow to a minor-league contract. Barlow is also being invited to spring training. Barlow was initially drafted by the Rangers in the 11th round of the 2016 MLB Draft. Barlow logged 73 2/3 innings with the Rangers from 2021 through 2023 and held […]

Dedniel Nunez To Slowly Ramp Up Activities

New York Mets relief pitcher Dedniel Nunez (forearm) reportedly had a small army of coaches to come watch him throw this weekend. Nunez showed a ton of potential during the 2024 season, but sadly it was cut short due to injuries. He missed a majority of the second half of the season due to forearm […]

MLB Power Rankings: Top Philadelphia Phillies Prospects (2025)

The Philadelphia Phillies are always in contention mode. General manager Dave Dombrowski loves to trade prospects for win-now pieces, meaning this farm system will likely be strong. But there is plenty of talent to like at the top, especially with Andrew Painter. Today, we will cover the Philadelphia Phillies' top 10 prospects heading into the […]

Robert Stephenson Hits 60-Day Injured List

According to Jeff Fletcher of the SoCal News Group, Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Robert Stephenson (elbow) has been placed on the 60-day injured list. The 31-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery last May and is not expected to return to the mound until sometime in July. Stephenson was unable to pitch at all during the […]

Overvalued Fantasy Baseball ADPs - Players To Consider Avoiding in 2025 Drafts

Fantasy baseball players shouldn't wait until the weeks before their draft to prepare. Winning preparation starts in the offseason. It's understandable to take a break, but hopefully not for too long. Participating in and seeing external results of early offseason mock drafts -- or the industry pundits who gather for regulation leagues that start the […]

Shawn Dubin Dealing With Shoulder Injury

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Shawn Dubin (shoulder) is dealing with a shoulder injury. Rome noted that his shoulder "didn't feel right" after playing catch. Manager Joe Espada said that Dubin is currently shut down from throwing. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his status as […]

Matt Brash Scheduled To Throw Bullpen On Saturday

According to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Mariners relief pitcher Matt Brash (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen on Saturday. Brash has not returned to the mound since undergoing an internal brace procedure last May. He was unable to pitch at all during the 2024 campaign. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the […]

Chris Martin Dealing With The Flu

According to Jeff Wilson of DLLS Sports, Texas Rangers pitcher Chris Martin (illness) is dealing with the flu but has been able to play catch. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he is unable to pitch in the early spring training games. Last season, the 38-year-old logged 44 1/3 innings with […]

Edwin Diaz Feels Great

New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz told club officials that this is the best he's ever felt, according to The Athletic's Will Sammon and Tim Britton. "I made sure my arm was ready to go," Díaz said. "And I feel great." Diaz wasn't able to have a normal offseason last year after missing the entire […]

Matt Canterino Deemed Healthy To Start Spring Training

According to Phil Miller of the Minnesota Star Tribune, Twins right-handed pitcher Matt Canterino (shoulder) threw his first bullpen session and appears to be a full-go for spring training. Canterino missed the entire 2023 campaign after undergoing Tommy John surgery. He was able to participate in spring training last year but then suffered a torn […]

Adam Kloffenstein Dealing With Shoulder Fatigue

According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Adam Kloffenstein (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder fatigue. Matheson noted that his MRI showed no structural damage and that he should resume throwing in a few days. Kloffenstein missed the final two months of the 2024 campaign with a shoulder injury. He signed with Toronto […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft - RotoBaller Staff's Favorite Picks and Roster Strategies

Mock drafts are an excellent draft-prep tool that simulates the feeling of being in the draft room. In a mock draft, you can test different strategies and experience the ebbs and flows of a fantasy draft. You can put your rankings to the test and see where your must-have players are being drafted.  However, not […]

David Robertson Linked To Arizona

According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been linked to right-handed pitcher David Robertson. Robertson turned down his mutual $7 million option with the Rangers and decided to test the open market. While Robertson has been linked to several teams during the offseason, the 39-year-old has yet to find […]

Xzavion Curry Outrighted To Triple-A

According to Daniel Alvarez-Montes, Marlins right-handed pitcher Xzavion Curry has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A. Curry was also given an invite to spring training. Curry was designated for assignment earlier this week and is now expected to open the campaign with Triple-A Jacksonville. Last summer, the 26-year-old posted a 4.64 ERA and a […]

Troy Taylor Cleared To Resume Throwing

According to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Mariners right-handed pitcher Troy Taylor (lat) has been cleared to resume throwing. The 23-year-old sustained this injury during the offseason. Given that Troy has already been cleared to throw, this injury does not seem overly serious. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during spring training, […]

Mason Thompson Could Be Ready For Opening Day

According to Spencer Nusbaum of the Washington Post, Nationals right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson (elbow) could be ready for Opening Day. The 26-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery last March but could be able to ramp up in time due to him being a relief pitcher. However, Thompson has yet to throw off a mound. Fantasy managers […]

Clayton Beeter Moving To Full-Time Relief Role

According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, New York Yankees pitching prospect Clayton Beeter is moving to a full-time role out of the bullpen. Beeter, who is considered the No. 19 prospect in the Yankee system on MLB Pipeline and has typically been deployed as a starter in the minor leagues. Yankee pitching […]