Kenley Jansen Records 28th Save

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen converted his 28th save of the season in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The veteran has been having a rough second half of the season and despite converting the save and not allowing a run, Jansen was still shaky with a hit allowed and a walk in […]

Tejay Antone Felt Something In His Elbow On Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (elbow) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. At the time, the cause of the removal wasn't clear. However, after the game, Reds manager David Bell told the media that Antone had "definitely felt something in his elbow" during his appearance. Tuesday's relief appearance was Antone's return […]

Michael Fulmer Earns His Eighth Save On Tuesday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer closed out the team's 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday to earn his eighth save of the year. He pitched 1 1/3 innings and allowed one hit, no walks and no runs while striking out one. Gregory Soto, the team's primary closer, hadn't pitched since Sunday, […]

Andrew Kittredge Notches Third Save

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Andrew Kittredge allowed one hit while striking out four across two innings to earn the save during Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rays right-hander entered the game in the eighth inning and retired six of seven batters he faced to secure his third save of the season. He […]

Drew Rasmussen Tosses Season-Long Five Innings Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out one across five innings during Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. He did not factor into the decision. The 26-year-old struck out one batter and exited after just 58 pitches. Rasmussen is expected to remain […]

Hansel Robles Earns First Boston Save

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Hansel Robles was "excelente" Tuesday, according to manager Alex Cora. Robles entered the game in relief of Matt Barnes in the ninth inning with a two-run lead and two runners on, and he didn't allow either run to come around to score, giving up no runs and no hits with […]

Matt Barnes Pulled Without Recording An Out

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes added fuel to his dumpster fire of a month Tuesday, failing to record an out in the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins. Barnes came on with a three-run lead, but was pulled after yielding a solo home run and two consecutive walks. Hansel Robles managed to close […]

Konner Wade Optioned To Triple-A Norfolk

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Konner Wade was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk following a 14-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday. The 29-year-old was shelled during Tuesday's game, allowing five earned runs, six hits, and two walks across 1 1/3 innings. The right-hander has an 11.42 ERA, 2.08 WHIP, and six strikeouts through 8 […]

Tejay Antone Leaves Game With Apparent Injury

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (undisclosed) left Tuesday's game versus the Milwaukee Brewers with an apparent injury. The 27-year-old was activated from the injured list on Tuesday after being placed with a right forearm strain on June 26. Antone lasted only five pitches before leaving the game with a trainer. The right-hander was in […]

Sammy Long Earns Win Tuesday

San Francisco Giants pitcher Sammy Long improved to 2-1 in Tuesday's 8-0 win over the Mets. Long pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing just three hits and a walk with four strikeouts. The 26-year-old has been in and out of the starting rotation with the Giants and now has a 4.81 ERA through 33 2/3 innings […]

Drew Steckenrider Earns Sixth Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Drew Steckenrider earned his sixth save of the season Tuesday in a 5-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics. It was also his longest appearance of the year at 2 1/3 innings. He gave up two hits and struck out one batter. Steckenrider is second in the pecking order for saves in […]

Wandy Peralta Picks Up Fifth Save

New York Yankees relief pitcher Wandy Peralta notched his fifth save of the season in Tuesday's win over the Braves. Peralta entered the game in a tight spot in the ninth inning with the bases loaded and just a one-run lead, though he eventually won a nine-pitch battle against Freddie Freeman to notch the save […]

Cubs-Rockies Postponed Tuesday Due To Rain

Tuesday's game between the Colorado Rockies and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be rescheduled as part of a doubleheader on Wednesday, starting at 2:20 p.m. ET. Probable starters German Marquez and Justin Steele will have their starts pushed back a day. Fantasy managers should […]

Pierce Johnson Opening Tuesday Against Dodgers

San Diego Padres reliever Pierce Johnson will open Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. In 48 appearances this season, the right-hander has gone past one frame just once, so he'll likely be followed by some combination of relievers Craig Stammen, Miguel Diaz, Reiss Knehr and Nabil Crismatt. The 30-year-old Johnson has been serviceable out of […]

Jaime Barria To Start Thursday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria will start Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles, according to Sam Blum of The Athletic. He was originally supposed to start Friday's game, but with the Angels short on starters, Barria's start was moved up. He's been unspectacular this season, posting a 5.87 ERA in five starts and […]

Julian Merryweather Continues Rehab Assignment

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Julian Merryweather (oblique) suffered a setback in his recovery after his outing in the Florida Complex League on August 18. He was dealing with what was described as general soreness after the outing. Fortunately, he has progressed forward from the setback. He continued his rehab assignment on Tuesday, pitching a […]

Lou Trivino Suffers Fourth Blown Save Monday Versus Mariners

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino took his fourth blown save of the season Monday when he allowed three runs in the ninth inning to take the loss versus Seattle. Trivino was called upon to protect a one-run lead and he immediately blew the save by serving up a homer to Ty France. The Oakland […]

Craig Kimbrel Records Loss On Monday

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel suffered a loss on Monday versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Kimbrel allowed a wild pitch with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning and that would give the Blue Jays a 2-1 lead and the victory. Kimbrel was dominant as the Cubs closer this season and […]

Jake Brentz Lands On 10-Day Injured List

The Kansas City Royals placed relief pitcher Jake Brentz (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list on Monday due to left shoulder impingement syndrome. The move is retroactive to August 21. The team reinstated fellow reliever Kyle Zimmer (neck) in a corresponding move. It doesn't sound as if Brentz will miss extended time with the injury. […]

Paul Sewald Saves Seventh Game

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald saved his seventh game of the season Monday, throwing a scoreless ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics. He struck out one and did not allow a baserunner. With fellow reliever Diego Castillo on the injured list, Sewald now has minimal competition at the back end of the Seattle bullpen. […]

Adam Ottavino Records 18th Hold

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Adam Ottavino recorded his 18th hold of the season Monday night, throwing a scoreless inning with one hit and one walk against the Texas Rangers. With Matt Barnes struggling and blowing another save in this one, Ottavino could be the man for the job if manager Alex Cora makes a […]

Matt Barnes Continues Horrid Stretch

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes was as automatic as any closer in the majors for the first half of the season, but that seems like a very long time ago now. Barnes blew his sixth save of the season against the Texas Rangers Monday, giving up two runs on four hits while recording […]

Daniel Bard Takes The Loss On Monday

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Daniel Bard took the loss on Monday when he surrendered two runs on two hits with a strikeout over 1/3 of an inning in a 6-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. The Rockies held a 4-1 lead heading into the seventh inning after Antonio Senzatela did a masterful job to start […]

Maikel Franco Designated For Assignment Monday

The Baltimore Orioles designated third baseman Maikel Franco for assignment on Monday. The 28-year-old signed a one-year deal after a very productive 2020 season, but slashed just .210/.253/.355 with 11 home runs and 47 RBI over 403 plate appearances. The O's number 18 prospect second baseman Jahmai Jones was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk in a […]

Jordan Romano Nails Down 12th Save

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano pitched a perfect ninth inning on Monday to nail down his 12th save of the season in the club's 2-1 win over the White Sox. The right-hander got a groundout and two strikeouts in his efficient 12-pitch frame to lower his ERA to 2.38 and his WHIP to 1.19 […]

Kyle Zimmer Activated From Injured List

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Kyle Zimmer (neck) has been activated from the 10-day injured list, the team announced on Monday. Zimmer was placed on the IL earlier this month with neck spasms. Injuries have hampered the 29-year-old right-hander's season and he will surely be looking to rebound from a ghastly July that left him […]

Zack Britton Could Miss Significant Time

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive July 20. Britton is dealing with a left elbow sprain, so he could be out for longer than 10 days. In fact, Britton missed the first two and a half months of the season after having surgery on […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 22

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat who […]

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We're nearly into September and that means you must strictly identify your team needs and what categories/roster spots you can be riskier with. Don't let off the gas pedal as other people have their attention divided by the upcoming football season. Join me and […]

Will Smith Tosses Scoreless Inning Versus Orioles

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Will Smith continued his solid stretch on the mound during Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. He tossed a scoreless inning of work with one hit allowed and two strikeouts in the 3-0 victory. On that note, Smith recorded his 28th save of the season. The left-hander is posting a 3.81 […]