Joe Nathan (RP)

Rangers closer Joe Nathan was able to notch his ninth save of the season during Friday night's win over the Astros. Nathan came on in the ninth inning and was able to retire all three batters he faced, including one by strikeout. He needed 21 pitches to close out the frame and is now 9 for 10 in save opportunities on the year.

Texas Rangers RP Joe Nathan worked 1-2-3 ninth inning Friday, May 18, against the Houston ...

Texas closer Joe Nathan threw eight pitches, seven for strikes, in his inning of work on Thursday against Oakland. He struck out one batter during his time on the mound. The Rangers would lose the game, 5-4. Nathan got his eight save of the season on Wednesday night and told the Dallas Morning News that his velocity is up and that he feels good. "It's the best I've felt in a while," said Nathan, two...

Texas Rangers RP Joe Nathan pitched for the third straight day Thursday, May 17, tossing ...

Joe Nathan was sitting between 95-96 mph with his fastball on Wednesday against the A's.

Texas Rangers RP Joe Nathan hit 95-96 mph with his fastball while picking up his ...

Rangers closer Joe Nathan picked up just his second save of the month of May on Wednesday against the Athletics, setting down the A’s in order on strikeouts to preserve a 4-1 lead.

Rangers closer Joe Nathan entered Sunday's series finale against the Angels having not allowed an earned run in nine appearances. That came to an end as he allowed one run on two hits over an inning of work. The right-hander surrendered a solo homer to Kendrys Morales but was able to secure the 13-6 win. Nathan also posted one strikeout.

Rangers closer Joe Nathan was able to notch his seventh save of the season during Saturday night's contest against the Indians. Nathan came on in the 11th inning and surrendered a leadoff single to Asdrubal Cabrera. However, he was able to retire the next three batters he faced, including two by strikeout, to close out the win for Texas. Nathan is now 7 for 8 in save chances on the season. ...

Rangers closer Joe Nathan entered Monday's series opener against the Blue Jays in the ninth inning with a three-run lead. The right-hander needed just 10 pitches to retire the side in order and secure the 4-1 win. Nathan also struck out one while collecting his sixth save of the season.

The Tigers confirm Papa Grande's fill-in. Joe Nathan turning back the clock. Henry Rodriguez pitching through pain. Plus, Dusty is fooling with Aroldis Chapman and more.

The O's stopper flies back into action, but when will he see a save chance? Joe Nathan has some punch back. Plus, a few updates from Nationals closers and more.

A panel of SI.com fantasy experts offers their insights on some early season question marks regarding some hot and not-so-hot players in the first few weeks.

The Giants are leaning towards a closer by committee. Sergio Santos has taken his licks in Toronto, but owners shouldn't worry about him losing his job. Joe Nathan is the closer in Texas, but it could be worth keeping tabs on Mike Adams. Also, there could be a few candidates to watch in Miami.

Erick Mack takes a look at pitchers who have been off to hot and cold starts. Also, he tells you two-start pitchers to invest in and those to avoid in Week 2.

Jonathan Broxton meltdown has fantasy baseballers calling for Greg Holland. Will Ned Yost listen yet? Plus, updates on Joe Nathan's stamina, Drew Storen's elbow.

Ray Flowers discusses some buy or sell candidates in the MLB Fantasy Mailbag.

Who will get the majority of the saves in Boston and Tampa in the near term? Michael Hurcomb introduces Fantasy Relief, a weekly column dedicated to the never ending search for saves, holds and other meaningful bullpen stats. Thursday April 05, 2012 - 1:17 PM Michael Hurcomb Fantasy Relief: Early saves up for grabs By Michael Hurcomb | Fantasy Writer I was like many Fantasy owners on Wednesday...

The Texas Rangers' new closer is working out the kinks, rotisserie players hope, while the Baltimore Orioles may be happy just to have their man on a mound.