Ryan Tepera Blows Second Consecutive Save

When Toronto Blue Jays closer Ryan Tepera blew a save on Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels, it was easy to chalk that one up as one subpar appearance since he simply allowed inherited runners to score. While Tepera was much more of a culprit in blowing his second consecutive save on Wednesday against the […]

Zach Britton Blows First Save Of Season Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton blew his first save of the season in Wednesday's game against the Mariners. Britton entered the ninth inning with a two-run lead and proceeded to give it away on a Kyle Seager two-run home run. Britton's final line in the inning pitched was two runs on two hits with a […]

Seranthony Dominguez Earns Two-Inning Save

After Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin’s masterful performance against the New York Yankees on Wednesday night, manager Gabe Kapler wasted no time in going to his best reliever. Seeking to avoid a sweep, the skipper called for relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez to close out the game with a two-inning appearance. The 23-year-old, who took a loss […]

Lou Trivino Earns Second Save Of Season Wednesday

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino notched his second save of the season on Wednesday against the Tigers. Trivino entered the ninth inning up by three and pitched a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. Nothing has been mentioned as to why closer Blake Treinen did not get the ball in the ninth, but he had […]

Jeurys Familia Blows Save Against Pittsburgh

New York Mets closer Jeurys Familia has consistently been listed as the team’s top trade target --assuming they don’t trade starting pitchers Jacob deGrom and/or Noah Syndergaard -- but for that to be true he’ll need better outings than he had on Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Entering the ninth inning with a 3-1 lead, Familia […]

Rookie Report: Recent MLB Prospect Call-Ups (Week 13)

Nick Senzel's season came to an unfortunate end this past week when it was announced that he would need season-ending surgery. Those of you stashing the infielder in redraft leagues can safely drop him to stash another prospect. I suggest Kyle Tucker; the Astros front office has given Tucker rave reviews and indicated that he […]

Craig Kimbrel Picks Up 23rd Save on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox closer Craig Kimbrel was called upon for a four-out save on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels, and he delivered. The Red Sox bullpen was leaky, but Kimbrel was his solid self. The flame-throwing righty walked a single batter and struck out two en route to his 23rd save of the […]

Giovanny Gallegos Strong In First Appearance Since Return

After once again being promoted earlier this week from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Giovanny Gallegos made his second appearance of the season for the New York Yankees on Wednesday night. Taking on the Philadelphia Phillies on the road, the 26-year-old came on in relief of starter Luis Cessa, entering the game in the fourth inning. He would have […]

Mike Montgomery Will Start Friday Versus Twins

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Mike Montgomery will start Friday versus the Twins. Montgomery struggled in his last start, but overall he has done very well since moving into the rotation. The Twins are only hitting .237 as a team, and Montgomery is worth starting on Friday for owners who are looking to stream a pitcher.

Brandon Morrow Activated From Disabled List

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (back) has been activated from the disabled list on Wednesday. Morrow missed the minimum amount of time, and the Cubs and fantasy owners are happy to welcome him back. Morrow is having a strong season as a closer for the first time in his career. Fantasy owners need to get […]

Pat Neshek Could Be Back After One More Rehab Outing

The day after making his second rehab appearance, this time for Double-A Reading, Philadelphia Phillies veteran reliever Pat Neshek (forearm, shoulder) is poised for a return at the beginning of July. The 37-year-old is set to make one more rehab appearance on Friday and could be activated soon thereafter. Neshek, who was with the Phillies last […]

Tigers Fire Chris Bosio

The Detroit Tigers announced Wednesday that they have terminated the contract of pitching coach Chris Bosio, effective immediately. The official statement released by the club states that Bosio made "insensitive comments" to a team employee, and some sources have speculated that the comments may have been racially charged. Bosio had been an effective coach this […]

Edwin Diaz Notches Major League-Leading 29th Save

Seattle Mariners closer Edwin Diaz picked up his 29th save Tuesday night in the team's 3-2 win over the Orioles. Diaz is far and away the leader in saves around the league and is cruising towards his first All-Star appearance. It was his 10th save of the month and lowered his WHIP to an impressive […]

Joe Smith to Begin Rehab Assignment on Friday

Houston Astros reliever Joe Smith (elbow) is set to begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Corpus Cristi on Friday. He has been out since June 10 with elbow discomfort. Smith has been underwhelming out of the bullpen so far this year with a 5.49 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, and four holds through 19 2/3 innings. Unless […]

Adam Ottavino Touched Up On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies reliever Adam Ottavino has been one of the most dominant relievers in baseball this year when he's been healthy, but that wasn't enough on Tuesday. Ottavino was called on to bail the team out of a seventh-inning jam where the bases were loaded and there was only one out. A deep sacrifice fly […]

Sergio Romo Earns A Save Tuesday Versus The Nationals

Tampa Bay Rays closer Sergio Romo came into a precarious situation Tuesday versus Washington. Romo was brought in with the bases loaded with one out in the ninth inning of a 1-0 game. He managed to get two outs without allowing a run to earn his sixth save of the season. Romo had been serving […]

Jason Adam Recalled From Omaha

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Jason Adam was recalled from Triple-A Omaha on Wednesday morning to take the place of Justin Grimm. Grimm was put on the disabled list with a right shoulder impingement. Adam was mildly effective last time he was with the big league squad, posting a 4.70 ERA in 14 short-relief appearances, […]

Justin Grimm Back To The DL

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Justin Grimm is headed back to the disabled list for right shoulder impingement syndrome. Grimm was only back with the team for two weeks, and he failed to get an out in his last appearance. He's walked more than he's struck out this season, so it should be no great […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for June 28

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. We're coming up on the halfway point of the season, but there's still plenty of options on the waiver wire to aid your championship quest. For those who are […]

Blake Treinen Picks Up His 19th Save

Oakland Athletics closer Blake Treinen came on to secure the victory in a 9-7 game over the Tigers. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning while striking out one batter. Treinen continues his great season, locking down 19 of his 21 save opportunities. He has also added four wins to go with a 0.93 ERA and […]

Brad Hand Wraps Up Padres Victory

San Diego Padres closer Brad Hand collected his 22nd save of the season Tuesday against the Texas Rangers despite allowing two baserunners. Hand survived some two-out drama after giving up consecutive hits but fanned outfielder Nomar Mazara to end the game. Tuesday's outing was encouraging on two fronts. First is the Padres confidence in Hand […]

Amir Garrett Leaves Game Early

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Amir Garrett left Tuesday's game after getting hit on the left knee by a grounder off the bat of Ender Inciarte. Garrett threw just six pitches, logging just one-third of an inning. The Reds got good news, however, as X-rays on Garrett's left leg came back negative. He has been diagnosed with […]

Pat Neshek Allows One Run In Rehab Outing

After making his first rehab outing on Saturday with Single-A Clearwater, Philadelphia Phillies reliever Pat Neshek made his second on Tuesday night, this time with Double-A Reading as he moves closer towards a return. Neshek pitched the eighth inning of the game, surrendering one run on two hits while striking out a batter. In all, […]

Brian Johnson Named Thursday's Starter

The Boston Red Sox have turned to lefty Brian Johnson in lieu of the recent injury to knuckleballer Steven Wright. Johnson will make his second start of the season on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels. Johnson has pitched in a relief role for the majority of the season, which has seen him garner a […]

Darren O'Day Placed on 10-Day DL Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list after aggravating a hamstring injury in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Mariners, per MLB.com's Brittany Ghiroli. O'Day pulled up lame after attempting to field an eighth-inning Jean Segura bunt. The side-armer allowed two runs on two hits without recording an […]

Chasen Shreve Recovers From Last Outing

While the New York Yankees bullpen has been a force that has played a major role in the club’s strong season thus far, a member of the unit has had a hard time in 2018. Left-hander Chasen Shreve, who posted a sensational 0.79 ERA in April, has been disastrous since then. Entering Tuesday’s game, he […]

Braves Closer Arodys Vizcaino Will Return Sunday

Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino (shoulder) is slated to return from the disabled list on Sunday, when he is first eligible to return from his injury. Vizcaino is 15-for-17 on save opportunities this season and is carrying a 1.82 ERA. As long as the young Braves are competitive, Vizcaino is a must-start relief pitcher.

Carl Edwards Jr. Throws Bullpen Session Tuesday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (shoulder) threw another bullpen session on Tuesday. If Edwards feels well, the next step could be for him to pitch in a rehab game. Edwards remains a good source for holds and strikeouts.

Brandon Morrow Expects to Come Off DL Wednesday

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (back) expects to come off of the disabled list on Wednesday. Morrow threw a bullpen session on Monday and should be good to go without a minor league rehabilitation assignment. Morrow has already notched a career-high 16 saves this season and should pick up right where he left off for the […]

Brandon Finnegan Moved to Bullpen

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Brandon Finnegan will join the Triple-A Louisville bullpen after failing to impress as a starting pitcher. Finnegan has a 7.40 ERA through five starts with the Reds this season. He was sent to the minors and the results have been about the same as they were with the Reds. Hopefully a […]