Welcome back to the latest edition of the Closer Report. We are continuing to see more movement in the chart as injuries pile up, as well as other changes continue for production reasons in bullpens that remain healthy. The closer position is likely the one that sees the most movement throughout the season due to injuries and other changes made.
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Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings: Risers & Fallers
Here is a look at where everything stands at this point in the season. Check out our updated fantasy baseball closer rankings and see who’s rising and who’s falling in value.
| Rank | Team | Closer | Change | Notes |
| 1 | Padres | Robert Suarez | 0 | MLB-high 12 saves |
| 2 | Mariners | Andres Munoz | 0 | |
| 3 | Astros | Josh Hader | 0 | |
| 4 | Dodgers | Tanner Scott | 1 | |
| 5 | Blue Jays | Jeff Hoffman | 1 | |
| 6 | Nationals | Kyle Finnegan | 2 | |
| 7 | Athletics | Mason Miller | 5 | |
| 8 | Guardians | Emmanuel Clase | -1 | |
| 9 | Mets | Edwin Diaz | 4 | |
| 10 | Rangers | Luke Jackson | -6 | |
| 11 | Braves | Raisel Iglesias | -2 | |
| 12 | Cubs | Ryan Pressly | -2 | |
| 13 | Royals | Carlos Estevez | 8 | |
| 14 | Angels | Kenley Jansen | 1 | |
| 15 | Orioles | Felix Bautista | 1 | |
| 16 | Reds | Emilio Pagan | 4 | Alexis Diaz optioned back to Triple-A |
| 17 | Yankees | Luke Weaver | -6 | Devin Williams removed from closer role |
| 18 | Red Sox | Aroldis Chapman | -1 | |
| 19 | Rays | Pete Fairbanks | -1 | |
| 20 | Cardinals | Ryan Helsley | -1 | |
| 21 | Giants | Ryan Walker | 1 | |
| 22 | Twins | Jhoan Duran | 1 | |
| 23 | Diamondbacks | Committee | -9 | Justin Martinez placed on IL |
| 24 | Brewers | Trevor Megill | 0 | |
| 25 | Phillies | Committee | 0 | |
| 26 | Tigers | Committee | 0 | |
| 27 | Pirates | Committee | 0 | |
| 28 | Marlins | Anthony Bender | 0 | |
| 29 | White Sox | Committee | 0 | |
| 30 | Rockies | Committee | 0 |
Closer News & Notes
Robert Suarez continues to hold onto his major league lead in saves as he now has 12 on the season. Andres Munoz is right behind him with 11 saves and has yet to allow a run this season.
Following his struggles in his return from the injured list, Alexis Diaz was optioned back to Triple-A on Thursday. Emilio Pagan continues to hold a firm grasp on the closer role in the Reds bullpen.
The Yankees removed Devin Williams from the closer role, which has led to Luke Weaver seeing some save chances. However, Williams has posted three straight scoreless appearances, so it is possible he sees another chance in the closer role soon.
The Diamondbacks placed both Justin Martinez and A.J. Puk on the injured list. It is currently a committee for saves in their bullpen between Shelby Miller and Kevin Ginkel.
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