Craig Kimbrel

Craig Kimbrel secured his seventh save of the season in the Orioles' narrow 6-5 win over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed one hit and one walk while striking out one batter in his inning of work. Kimbrel's performance this season continues to impress, maintaining a stellar 0.82 ERA and a 0.64 WHIP through 11 appearances. His high strikeout rate (13.9 K/9) and strikeout-to-walk ratio (8.50) remain key indicators of his dominance. Fantasy managers should feel confident keeping Kimbrel active, as his ability to shut down opponents in close games significantly boosts his value in all formats.

Craig Kimbrel delivered a solid performance, allowing just one hit and one walk while striking out two to secure the save in the Orioles' 4-2 victory over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

This outing continues a strong season for Kimbrel, who now boasts a 0.90 ERA and a 0.50 WHIP through 10 appearances. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (14.4 K/9) and an exceptional strikeout-to-walk ratio (16.00) reinforces his status as a top-tier closer in fantasy leagues.

Craig Kimbrel delivered a flawless inning to secure a save in the Orioles' 9-7 win over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

He tossed nine pitches in a clean frame, allowing no hits, walks, or runs, and recorded no strikeouts. This performance continues Kimbrel's trend of dominance this season, characterized by a stellar 1.00 ERA and a minuscule 0.33 WHIP. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (14.0 K/9) while keeping runners off base highlights his value in fantasy leagues, especially in categories like saves and ERA. Despite a lack of strikeouts in this outing, his consistent save conversions and control should keep him as a top-tier relief option in all formats.

Craig Kimbrel delivered a flawless performance, securing his fourth save of the season as the Orioles topped the Twins 7-4.

Fantasy Impact

He threw 13 pitches over a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks while striking out two batters. This outing continues a stellar season for Kimbrel, who now boasts a 1.29 ERA and a 0.43 WHIP. His exceptional strikeout rate of 16.7 K/9 remains a huge asset for fantasy managers, especially in categories that reward strikeouts and saves. Despite a single blown save earlier in the season, his dominance in closing games should keep him as a top fantasy option among relievers.

Craig Kimbrel earned the save on Sunday against the Brewers, working around two hits to throw a scoreless inning with three strikeouts.

Fantasy Impact

Kimbrel was able to work around a pair of singles for his third save on the season. He remains one of the top closers in fantasy baseball.