Seranthony Dominguez Blows Save, Takes Loss

The Philadelphia Phillies currently find themselves in a dangerous skid and things took another turn for the worse Wednesday night in the nation’s capital. Leading by a run in the ninth, Seranthony Dominguez entered the game seeking a save but would surrender a heartbreaking, two-run home run as the Nationals walked off with the victory. […]

Jeremy Jeffress Records Another Save

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Jeremy Jeffress recorded his fifth save of the year and second in a row on Wednesday against the Reds. Before Jeffress got the save on Monday, Josh Hader had recorded three saves in a row, so the closer situation in Milwaukee still seems pretty murky. They are both worth owning right now […]

Blaine Hardy Expected to Return as Reliever

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Blaine Hardy (elbow) is expected to return as a relief pitcher when he's activated off the disabled list. He landed on the 10-day DL on August 15 due to left elbow tendinitis. Hardy is expected to return as early as Tuesday, but won't have much fantasy value out of the bullpen. […]

Phillies Acquire Reliever Luis Avilan

Chicago White Sox lefty relief pitcher Luis Avilan has been traded to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. In exchange for Avilan the White Sox will receive righty pitcher Felix Paulino. Avilan has posted a 3.86 ERA with a 46/14 K/BB ratio this season. He is known as a lefty specialist since he's kept lefty hitters […]

Aroldis Chapman Placed On DL

After he exited Tuesday night’s game following just six pitches, New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman was placed on the 10-day disabled list Wednesday afternoon prior to the club’s game against the Marlins. The official diagnosis is left knee tendinitis, an issue that has plagued him all season, although he’s been able to pitch through […]

Brad Hand Gets the Save on Tuesday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Brad Hand earned a save on Tuesday, tossing a scoreless ninth inning while striking out two. He locked down a 6-3 win for Cleveland over the Boston Red Sox. Since Cleveland acquired Hand, he and Cody Allen both have five saves. It seems likely the team will continue to mix and […]

Shane Greene Records 27th Save

Detroit Tigers closer Shane Greene pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Tuesday to help the Tigers hold on against the Cubs, recording his 27th save in the process. The reliever walked one and struck out one, but ultimately escaped unscathed. The save followed strong performances all around by Tiger pitchers, including Jordan Zimmermann's one-run outing […]

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

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 26% of leagues ANALYSIS: Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow squared off with the Red Sox and impressed more than the box score shows. Though he allowed five runs (four earned) over 6 ⅔ innings, he fought through poor control with three straight walks in the […]

NL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 21

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 […]

Sergio Romo With 17th Save Of The Season

Tampa Bay Rays closer Sergio Romo closed out another game for the Rays Tuesday versus the Royals. He did not get to the end smoothly as he allowed two baserunners which allowed the tying run to come to the plate but he survived. He now has 17 saves on the season. This comes a night […]

Victor Arano Hammered In Defeat

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Victor Arano entered Tuesday night’s game at Nationals Park with the bases loaded and just one out in the fifth. The 23-year-old managed to escape the jam and would come back out for the sixth. In that frame, however, it all fell apart for the Mexican native. Arano surrendered four runs, including […]

A.J. Cole Loads Bases With No Outs, Then Escapes

In the 11th inning of Tuesday night’s game at Marlins Park, the New York Yankees sent out reliever A.J. Cole. Immediately, the decision appeared to backfire as he walked the opening batter en route to loading the bases with nobody out. The 26-year-old was in desperate need of a positive outing after having surrendered at […]

Aroldis Chapman Exits After Just One Batter

After just one batter and one pitch to the second batter, New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman exited Tuesday night’s game against the Miami Marlins. With just six pitches under his belt, the fireballer motioned to the dugout for the trainer and he was immediately removed from the game, After the game, which the Yankees […]

Michael Feliz Has Rough Night Tuesday

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Michael Feliz had a rough night against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. He gave up three runs on three hits and a walk. He wasn't able to get any strikeouts, but did get through a full inning of work. His poor performance has raised his ERA to an ugly 6.05. Feliz […]

Kelvin Herrera Activated, Tommy Milone to DL

Nationals relief pitcher Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Tuesday. This was followed by a corresponding move sending starting pitcher Tommy Milone to the DL to make room on the roster for Herrera. With Sean Doolittle still shelved and Koda Glover's struggles recently, Herrera is set to assume the role of […]

Matt Albers Activated on Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Matt Albers (hamstring) has been activated from the disabled list on Tuesday. He missed the last couple of weeks due to a hamstring issue. Albers threw three scoreless innings without issues, so he should resume his role in middle relief for the Brewers. Reliever Joakim Soria (groin) should be activated off […]

Roberto Osuna Named Primary Closer For Astros

Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch has told reporters that reliever Roberto Osuna will handle the closing duties moving forward. Osuna was acquired amidst plenty of controversy from the Blue Jays and has allowed one run through five innings pitched out of the bullpen for the Astros since August 6. Osuna locked down 39 saves last […]

Relief Pitchers Deeper Dive - Week 21

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 […]

Jose Alvarado Earns Fifth Save Monday Versus Kansas City

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Jose Alvarado earned a save Monday versus the Royals. He closed out the 1-0 victory with a scoreless ninth inning only marred by a walk. It would be his fifth save of the season. An argument could be made that Alvarado got the save attempt due to Sergio Romo having […]

Ryan Yarbrough Keeps Racking Up Wins

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Ryan Yarbrough earned yet another victory Monday versus the Royals. He went 5 1/3 scoreless innings in relief of Hunter Wood. The win was Yarbrough's 12th of the season. In fairness, he only allowed two hits and a single walk so it was a dominating effort deserving of reward. It […]

Cody Allen Saves Monday's Game

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Cody Allen earned the save on Monday, pitching the ninth inning and allowing a run on two hits and a walk. Brad Hand and Adam Cimber combined to work the eighth inning, but Allen was the one that got the save chance in this one. It looks like Cleveland will be […]

Jeremy Jeffress Gives Up Rare Run On Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Jeremy Jeffress pitched two innings and gave up one run during Sunday's win versus the Cardinals. Josh Hader came in for the save in the ninth, and both relievers are having amazing seasons. Both Hader and Jeffress look to see some save chances while Corey Knebel is still out of the role, […]

Josh Hader Locks Down Save Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Josh Hader struck out two batters on nine pitches to secure a 2-1 lead and a save on Sunday against the Cardinals. Hader now has back to back saves in his last two appearances and sits at 10 on the season. The Brewers have had a few different relievers get chances at […]

Hector Velazquez Takes Tough Loss on Sunday

With Chris Sale sidelined, the Boston Red Sox turned to reliever Hector Velazquez for a spot-start on Sunday and he delivered. A solo shot given up to Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Joey Wendle was the only blemish through four innings of work, but the Red Sox offense was shutout and saddled Velazquez with his first […]

Buy or Sell - Undervalued and Overvalued Players for Week 21

Trade deadline passed? That doesn't mean you can't still buy and sell! Instead of trading assets with other owners, you can "buy" players that have been overlooked or recently discarded on the waiver wire. In this case, think of it as a short-term investment that comes at a low cost (you did save at least […]

AL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 21

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 […]

Josh Hader Earns 10th Save Sunday

Brewers relief pitcher Josh Hader earned his 10th save of the season Sunday against the Cardinals. Hader struck out two batters in a clean ninth inning that only lasted nine pitches. The 24-year old left-hander has been incredible all season long (on the baseball field) and should continue to see save opportunities going forward. Hader […]

Trevor Hildenberger (RP, MIN) - Week 21 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% of leagues ANALYSIS: At this juncture of the season, saves can be tough to come by on the waiver wire. That's why it comes as a surprise to see Trevor Hildenberger still available for free in over 80 percent of Yahoo leagues currently. True, the ratios (4.58 […]

Steven Wright Could Start Rehab Assignment This Week

Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright (knee) could begin a rehab assignment as soon as this week. However, he's scheduled to pitch strictly in relief when he returns to the Red Sox, which saps any of his potential fantasy value.

Ryan Madson Doing Electric Therapy

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson (back) is in Phoenix, Arizona, doing electric therapy for his back. It doesn't sound like the veteran reliever will be back anytime soon. He was an option in the ninth inning for a short period of time with both Sean Doolittle and Kelvin Herrera injured, but that didn't last […]