Felipe Vázquez Nails Down 19th Save

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez gave up two hits in the top of the ninth to the Nationals to bring the tying run to the plate. He got a groundout double play to end the game, and secure his 19th save of the season. Vasquez will be the sole representative from the Pirates at the […]

Jerry Blevins Returns From Bereavement List

New York Mets relief pitcher Jerry Blevins returned from the bereavement list on Monday. In the corresponding move, Chris Beck has been designated for assignment. There is not much fantasy news here as Blevins will return to his lefty specialist role.

Junichi Tazawa Released By Tigers

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Junichi Tazawa has been released. Tazawa posted a 9.39 ERA in seven relief appearances for Triple-A Toledo and never got called up to the bigs. Tazawa will likely struggle to find another home and we may have seen the last of him as a major league pitcher.

Yu Darvish Plays Catch Monday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) played catch on Monday. Darvish has been sidelined with a triceps injury since May 23 and didn’t feel good after throwing in a rehab game a few weeks ago. Darvish remains without a timetable and Mike Montgomery has held down the fort in his abscence. Montgomery has pitched […]

Aroldis Chapman Available on Monday

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman is available on Monday after leaving his appearance on Saturday with a knee injury. Chapman reportedly has tendinitis in his left knee but will be able to play through it during the season. Chapman holds a 1.42 ERA and a 66/15 K/BB ratio with 24 saves in 2018. He's […]

Orioles Could Package Manny Machado and Zach Britton

The Baltimore Orioles have reportedly considered packaging shortstop Manny Machado and closer Zach Britton in trade offers. Their thought process is by included both players their prospect package received will increase. Machado's value will increase no matter where he is traded to, but Britton's inclusion would hurt his value. If Britton is no longer the closer then […]

Drew Rucinski Placed on Disabled List

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Drew Rucinski was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a groin injury. It's not yet known how long he'll be long out for. Prior to the injury, Rucinski was pitching to a a 4-1 record with a 3.12 ERA and a 14/3 K/BB ratio. Rucinski has been one of the […]

Marlins Recall Javy Guerra from Triple-A

The Miami Marlins have recalled relief pitcher Javy Guerra from Triple-A. Caleb Smith was moved to the 60-day DL in a corresponding move. Guerra appeared in 17 games with the Marlins in 2017, pitching to a 3.00 ERA and a 12/7 K/BB ratio. He'll function in middle relief and hold no fantasy value.

Andrew Miller Threw a Bullpen Session

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller (knee) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Saturday. He has another session scheduled for Monday, and has been doing well in his recovery. He'll be activated some time after the All-Star Break. Miller hasn't pitched since May 25.

Antonio Senzatela Rocked By Mariners

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela was hoping to build off a good start against the Giants earlier in the week, but it was not to be as he got run out after giving up six earned runs in six innings on Sunday. Ryon Healy's three-run blast put Colorado behind for good, and Senzatela was […]

Bryan Shaw Continues Rehab In Triple-A

Colorado rockies relief pitcher Bryan Shaw continued his rehab at Triple-A on Sunday as he works his way back from his calf injury. Shaw pitched one inning for the Isotopes and allowed one hit while walking one. It's an improvement over his first rehab appearance when he gave up a pair of runs as well. […]

Hoby Milner Recalled, Jake Thompson Available For Doubleheader

In preparation for their doubleheader on Monday against the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies recalled relief pitcher Hoby Milner from Triple-A. They also appointed pitcher Jake Thompson as their “26th man” for the doubleheader. Both Milner and Thompson have struggled during their brief stints in the majors, so this is probably pure depth move […]

Giovanny Gallegos Available For Doubleheader Monday

The New York Yankees appointed relief pitcher Giovanny Gallegos as their "26th man" for Monday's doubleheader. Gallegos pitched extremely well in three relief innings against the Philadelphia Phillies on June 27 (no runs, six strikeouts), but came back down to earth against the Boston Red Sox on June 30 (two innings, three earned runs). Considering […]

Domingo German Tosses Six Quality Innings Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German held the Toronto Blue Jays to just one run in six innings on Sunday. The Yanks ended up winning in extra innings, 2-1. German has pitched relatively well in his tenure as a starter since being moved to the rotation. His ERA does stand at an ugly 5.06, […]

AL-Only Waiver Wire Team of the Week: MLB Week 15

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 […]

Yonny Chirinos Activated Monday, Chaz Roe Out

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Yonny Chirinos (forearm) was activated from the disabled list Sunday. His return will be a welcome development, especially since Chaz Roe is going to be out until at least August with knee surgery. The Rays have been without Eovaldi since late April due to a mild right flexor tendon strain. He's […]

Safe After the Shipwreck - Players Worth Keeping On Sell-Off Teams

July is one of the most exciting times of the year for baseball: division races are starting to take shape, fans get to see all of their favorite All-Stars on the same stage, and the trade rumor mill is in full swing. Big names will find new homes and some teams will drastically change the […]

Trading Up: Top-Tier Options to Buy at Each Position

As we approach fantasy-baseball trade deadlines, many owners find themselves needing to improve their team in one way or another. Owners buying a player or making a trade to get their team across the finish line are best off targeting reliable, high-ability players because of the relatively short window remaining in the season. You don't […]

Joe Jimenez (RP, DET) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 23% of leagues ANALYSIS: Detroit Tigers 23-year-old relief pitcher Joe Jimenez is going to be getting his shot as the team's primary closer, as regular closer Shane Greene was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right shoulder strain.  The severity of the injury is not […]

Luke Farrell Picks Up Clutch Win In Extras

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Luke Farrell came into the game Sunday against the Cincinnati Reds in extra innings. Farrell pitched all of the 10th inning and struck out two batters. His appearance gave him his third win of the year. He didn't give up any hits, and he lowered his ERA to 4.15. Farrell wont […]

Sean Doolittle Has Minor Toe Injury

Prior to the team's game on Sunday it was announced that Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle suffered a strained toe. The injury is reportedly minor and Doolittle wasn't needed on Sunday with the Nats getting blown out. There's a chance Doolittle is fine and the day off healed his injury, but Kelvin Herrera would be […]

Ryan Madson Shelled on Sunday

Washington Nationals reliever Ryan Madson was shelled on Sunday, lasting just 2/3 of an innings while allowing four earned runs and walking two. Madson was pulled for position player Mark Reynolds to get the last out of the ninth innings. Madson saw his ERA sky rocket to 5.46 with the outing. Sean Doolittle has the […]

Adam Conley Pitches Two Scoreless Innings in Win

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Adam Conley threw two innings of scoreless relief while striking out four to earn a win against the Nationals on Sunday. Conley now has a 3-1 record on the season with a 3.32 ERA and a 26/9 K/BB ratio. Conley has been solid since his permanent move to the bullpen, and […]

Adam Ottavino Throws Two Scoreless Frames

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Adam Ottavino was back to his dominant self on Saturday as he shut out Seattle for two innings to help secure the win. He struck out three over the pair of innings to secure his 17th hold on the season, and most importantly, it was a clean outing. Ottavino's ranged from […]

Scott Oberg Vultures Win, Extends Scoreless Streak

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Scott Oberg is doing something few Colorado relievers have done this season. He's stringing multiple scoreless outings together. Oberg picked up the win on Saturday after the offense came through in the top half of the inning he pitched, but more importantly to Colorado, Oberg seems to actually be pitching well. […]

Ryan Braun, Manny Pina Head To DL; Lorenzo Cain Activated

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Ryan Braun (strained back) and catcher Manny Pina (left biceps strain) have been placed on the 10-day disabled list. On the plus side, Lorenzo Cain has been activated from the DL after recovering from a groin strain. Infielder Nate Orf, catcher Jacob Nottingham, and pitcher Corbin Burnes have all been recalled […]

Christian Vazquez; Brian Johnson Head To DL

Boston Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez (finger) and starting pitcher Brian Johnson (hip) have both been placed on the 10-day disabled list, per the Athletic's Jen McCaffrey. Vazquez has a right fifth finger fracture and Johnson has left hip inflammation. Johnson's DL move will be retroactive to July 5. Pitcher William Cuevas was recalled from […]

Jake Junis Heading To 10-Day DL; Heath Fillmyer Starting Sunday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Jake Junis (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with lower back inflammation and will not make his start Sunday against the Red Sox. The move is retroactive to July 3, so Junis will be eligible to return July 13. Heath Fillmyer will make the spot start and […]

The Cut List (Week 15): Time to Let Go?

Welcome to Week 15 of the Cut List. Each week, I highlight players who you should consider letting go in your fantasy baseball leagues. Whether it's hyped prospects who hit a wall or veterans in extended slumps, sometimes it's best to know when to move on. This week I’m taking a look at Ian Kinsler, […]

Sergio Romo Finishes Off Team Shutout Of The Mets Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Sergio Romo closed out the Mets Saturday. He would retire everyone he faced to finish off the 3-0 victory. Romo now had nine saves despite spending time in various other roles this season. He doesn't have the same stuff he did earlier in his career but he is getting the job […]