Michael Fulmer

The Boston Red Sox have signed free-agent pitcher Michael Fulmer to a minor-league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Due to the fact Fulmer is out for the 2024 season after undergoing UCL revision surgery in October, it's likely that it's a two-year deal with some incentives built in. The right-hander posted a 4.42 ERA across 58 outings with the Cubs in 2023 but also tossed a sub-3.40 ERA in the 2021 and 2022 campaigns.

Michael Fulmer failed to protect the Cubs' one-run lead in the ninth inning, surrendering a home run to Jarred Kelenic. Chicago would plate a run in the 10th to grab the 3-2 win from Seattle.

Fantasy Impact

The good news is that Fulmer has been the closer thus far. The bad news is that each blown save leans the Cubs back into a possible committee. Brad Boxberger is a decent speculative add.

Michael Fulmer pitched two innings, striking out four batters while allowing only one hit, to close the door on the Cubs' 2-0 victory over the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

Fulmer picked up his first save in his third appearance of the year. Coming off a rest day, manager David Ross turned the ball to him, meaning chances are good he is the closer for the time being.

Free agent reliever Michael Fulmer has signed with the Chicago Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Fulmer spent the first five seasons of his big-league career with the Tigers before splitting last season between Detroit and the Minnesota Twins. The 29-year-old tossed a 3.39 ERA and 22.1% K% across 67 appearances last season and has locked down 17 saves over the last two seasons in a shutdown back-end role.

Michael Fulmer pitched one inning, allowing three hits, and one earned run in a win over the White Sox Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Fulmer was able to pick up his 25th hold of the season. The 29-year-old has a 3.19 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, .242 BAA, and a 8.71 K/9 ratio in 65 games this season. Fulmer remains a solid option in leagues that reward holds.