Dellin Betances Blows Save In Defeat

The New York Yankees seemed headed to another slugfest-style victory Thursday night in the series opener against the Detroit Tigers. They were leading 7-5 heading into the ninth when Dellin Betances was summoned to close it out. The result would be Betances' worst outing in quite some time, as he surrendered two home runs and […]

Hector Neris Back In Mix For Saves

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Hector Neris, who was sent to the minors twice in the middle of the season, struck out two hitters on seven total pitches with the go-ahead run on second base on Wednesday night and appears to be back in the mix in the late innings in high-leverage situations. He has allowed […]

Brad Hand Collects 30th Save Of Season

Cleveland Indians reliever Brad Hand worked around a Miguel Sano solo shot in the top of the ninth inning to pick up his 30th save of 2018. Given Cody Allen's recent struggles, it seems that Hand is now the preferred closer for manager Terry Francona. In the 16 appearances Hand has had since being traded […]

Jerry Blevins Clears Trade Waivers

New York Mets relief pitcher Jerry Blevins has cleared revocable trade waivers, according to a source. That means Blevins can be dealt to any team by the deadline this Friday. Blevins could be useful left-handed arm out of the bullpen for a contending club. He has a 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 8.7 K/9 in […]

Mychal Givens Earns Fifth Save Of Season Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles closer Mychal Givens notched his fifth save of the season on Wednesday against the Blue Jays. Givens entered the game up by five runs in the top of the ninth inning with the bases loaded and two outs and struck out Teoscar Hernandez to end the game. He has now converted five of […]

Rookie Report: Recent MLB Prospect Call-Ups (Week 22)

Same report, new management this week, as I will take over the Rookie Report for Max for the remainder of the season. I've been writing about the hot prospects dynasty owners should be keeping an eye on this year, and now I'll also be diving into the best rookies for fantasy owners to pay attention […]

Jose Alvarado Earns Sixth Save Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Jose Alvarado came up clutch for the team Wednesday versus the Braves. Facing the potential tying run in the eighth inning, Alvarado was summoned from the bullpen like a concerned gamer summoning their best creature to turn the tide of a battle. He would respond by facing four batters to record […]

Tommy Hunter Picks Up Third Save

After Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek took the loss Tuesday night and Seranthony Dominguez pitched a scoreless sixth inning, manager Gabe Kapler turned to Tommy Hunter to close out Wednesday's game. Hunter entered the game in the eighth inning, tossing a pair of scoreless innings to pick up his third save of the season. He […]

Kenley Jansen To Return To Closing Duties Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen will return to closing duties for the first game of a huge four-game series against the Diamondbacks on Thursday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Since returning from the disabled list due to issues with an irregular heartbeat on Aug. 20, Jansen hasn't been himself, giving up 10 hits (four […]

Cody Allen Blows a Save and Takes a Loss on Wednesday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Cody Allen took the loss after blowing the save in Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Allen pitched an inning, but allowed two runs on two hits and two walks. With Brad Hand pitching well, Allen could start seeing fewer and fewer save situations as we get into September. He was […]

Dodgers Put Claim On Ryan Madson

Updating a previous report, the Los Angeles Dodgers are the team that have put in a claim on Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson on Wednesday, according to a baseball source. The Dodgers were interested in Madson three years ago when he was a free agent. The veteran right-hander hasn't been very effective out of […]

Ryan Madson Claimed On Waivers

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson has been claimed on revocable trade waivers by an unknown team, according to sources. That means that the claiming team has a few days to work out a trade for Madson. The 38-year-old veteran recently came off the disabled list and hasn't been all that good for the Nats […]

Andrew Miller Receives Cortisone Shot

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona said relief pitcher Andrew Miller (shoulder) received a cortisone shot after tests showed swelling in the left-hander's bursa sac in his left shoulder. Miller will be shut down for a few days, but the team doesn't think his injury is a serious setback. This is the southpaw's third trip to […]

Andrew Miller Goes Back On DL

The Cleveland Indians placed relief pitcher Andrew Miller (shoulder) on the disabled list on Wednesday with an external impingement in his left shoulder. It will be his third trip to the DL this year. Injuries have been the story of the left-hander's year, and he hasn't been as dominant as a result with a 3.38 […]

Brandon Morrow Plays Catch Wednesday

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) played catch on Wednesday. Morrow has been sidelined since July 19. Cubs pitching coach Jim Hickey said on Wednesday that Morrow is expected to return in mid-September. Pedro Strop has seen the majority of save opportunities with Morrow sidelined, but was pulled early on Monday. Strop remains the most […]

Robert Gsellman May Be Unavailable Wednesday

New York Mets relief pitcher Robert Gsellman (illness) is back at Wrigley Field on Wednesday but may still be unavailable to pitch due to strep throat that left him sidelined on Tuesday as well. "He's going to be a little weak," manager Mickey Callaway said. "Hasn't eaten in a couple days." Don't expect Gsellman to […]

Raisel Iglesias Earns 24th Save Of Season Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias picked up his 24th save of the season in Tuesday's 9-7 game against the Brewers. Iglesias entered the game up three with a runner on first and two outs in the eighth inning and promptly got the third out. Iglesias allowed one run in the ninth but was able to […]

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

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 25% of leagues ANALYSIS: Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow has been a solid fantasy option since coming over from Pittsburgh, but is coming off of a poor start. Maybe Glasnow had a bit of birthday hangover for his start against the Royals, because who […]

Brandon Morrow Won't Immediately Return To Closer Role

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps), who is hoping to throw off a mound soon, won't be immediately inserted back into the closer's role when he comes off the disabled list, according to manager Joe Maddon. Because the minor league seasons are ending soon, Morrow also won't be able to go on a rehab assignment. […]

Kenley Jansen's Struggles Continue Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen continued to add to the worst stretch of his big-league career in Tuesday's 8-4 win over the Rangers. Jansen entered the ninth inning up 8-2 and proceed to give up two runs on three hits and a walk with a strikeout. He has now allowed seven earned runs and […]

Dellin Betances Approaches History In Win

New York Yankees reliever Dellin Betances tossed a perfect ninth inning in Tuesday's victory over the Chicago White Sox at Yankee Stadium, picking up his fourth victory of the season. The performance led to the New York native lowering his ERA to a sensational 2.14 on the year. More importantly, two strikeouts recorded brought his […]

Steven Wright Makes Scoreless Rehab Appearance

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Steven Wright (knee) threw two scoreless, hitless innings with Triple-A Pawtucket on Tuesday with one walk and one strikeout. It was his first game action since he went on the disabled list with knee inflammation on June 23. Wright could return to the Red Sox bullpen soon and could be […]

Robert Gsellman Unavailable Tuesday

New York Mets relief pitcher Robert Gsellman (illness) is unavailable to pitch against the Cubs on Tuesday and is being quarantined at the team hotel while he deals with strep throat. It's anyone's guess who might get a save chance from the Mets bullpen should it arise on Tuesday night. Relievers Seth Lugo and Jerry […]

Angels Recall Taylor Cole, Option Williams Jerez

The Los Angeles Angels have recalled right-hander Taylor Cole from Triple-A Salt Lake. In turn, they optioned right-hander Williams Jerez to make room. This is simply a procedural move to get a fresh arm in the bullpen. Jerez will likely be back up when rosters expand in September. Cole has a 4.19 ERA in 19 […]

Brandon Morrow Looking To Throw Off Mound Soon

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) said he's had two good flat-ground throwing sessions and is looking to throw off a mound soon. A rehab stint is unlikely with the minor league season nearing an end. Morrow has been out since July 15 and is running out of time to make an impact for his […]

Sean Doolittle Throws Encouraging Bullpen Session

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (foot) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session in Philadelphia on Tuesday and said it's the best he's felt. The first three or four bullpen sessions he threw after landing on the disabled list had to be cut short. He will now throw a simulated game at Nats Park on Friday. It […]

Matt Bush Won't Return This Year

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Matt Bush (elbow) said he won't make it back on the mound this year. He has started a throwing program, but the remaining schedule won't give him enough time to return. After saving 10 games in 2017, Bush has been a disappointment this year with no saves, and he's thrown just […]

Aroldis Chapman Receives Another Injection

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (knee) received a second platelet-rich plasma injection in his knee, but manager Aaron Boone said it was part of the original plan. There remains no timetable for the lefty flamethrower's return, and his fantasy owners must be patient. In his absence since last week, the Yankees have used a […]

Justin Miller Records Save Monday

Nationals relief pitcher Justin Miller earned a save Monday in Philadelphia. Miller was called upon after Ryan Madson pitched the eighth and recorded a clean ninth. Madson had just been activated from the disabled list earlier in the day so it shouldn't have been shocking to see him in a lower leverage situation. Going forward, […]

Noe Ramirez to Draw Spot Start in Bullpen Game

The Los Angeles Angels are starting reliever Noe Ramirez on Tuesday in a bullpen game. Ramirez is unlikely to go more than two innings, as the team will go with a bevy of relievers to get them through Tuesday's contest. Ramirez has a 4.75 ERA and a 1.34 WHIP on the year. His limited pitch […]