Welcome back to the latest edition of the “Closer Report.” We are still in the home stretch of the regular season, with just over 30 games left for most teams. We aren’t seeing too many bullpen changes this time of year outside of injuries. We’re also seeing playoff races heating up in divisions as well as the Wild Card race.
Here is a look at the latest updated closer rankings chart.
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Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings: Risers & Fallers
Here is a look at the closer chart and where everything currently stands. Check out our latest updated fantasy baseball closer rankings and see who is rising and falling in value.
| Rank | Team | Closer | Change | Notes |
| 1 | Padres | Robert Suarez | 0 | MLB-high 34 saves |
| 2 | Royals | Carlos Estevez | 0 | |
| 3 | Brewers | Trevor Megill | 0 | |
| 4 | Mariners | Andres Munoz | 0 | |
| 5 | Blue Jays | Jeff Hoffman | 0 | |
| 6 | Red Sox | Aroldis Chapman | 3 | |
| 7 | Reds | Emilio Pagan | 0 | |
| 8 | Phillies | Jhoan Duran | -2 | First blown save with the Phillies on Friday |
| 9 | Mets | Edwin Diaz | -1 | |
| 10 | Astros | Bryan Abreu | 0 | 8.2 scoreless innings in August |
| 11 | Angels | Kenley Jansen | 0 | Managing rib injury |
| 12 | Yankees | David Bednar | 0 | |
| 13 | Rays | Pete Fairbanks | 0 | |
| 14 | Guardians | Cade Smith | 0 | |
| 15 | Dodgers | Tanner Scott | 4 | Activated from IL |
| 16 | Cubs | Daniel Palencia | -1 | |
| 17 | Braves | Raisel Iglesias | -1 | |
| 18 | Giants | Randy Rodriguez | 0 | |
| 19 | Tigers | Committee | -2 | |
| 20 | Pirates | Dennis Santana | 1 | |
| 21 | Rangers | Committee | -1 | |
| 22 | Cardinals | Committee | 0 | |
| 23 | Diamondbacks | Committee | 0 | |
| 24 | Marlins | Committee | 0 | |
| 25 | Orioles | Committee | 0 | Felix Bautista is out for the season |
| 26 | Athletics | Committee | 0 | |
| 27 | Nationals | Committee | 0 | |
| 28 | Twins | Committee | 0 | |
| 29 | White Sox | Grant Taylor | ||
| 30 | Rockies | Committee |
Closer News & Notes
Robert Suarez maintains his MLB lead with 34 saves. Carlos Estevez is right behind him with 33 saves. Trevor Megill and Andres Munoz follow as the only other closers with at least 30 saves on the season.
Jhoan Duran suffered his first blown save since being traded to the Phillies. He is still one of the top closers in fantasy baseball moving forward.
Bryan Abreu has tossed 8.2 scoreless innings across eight appearances in August. He remains the primary closer in the Astros’ bullpen with Josh Hader sidelined. Houston also placed Bennett Sousa on the injured list (IL).
Kenley Jansen is reportedly managing rib discomfort. His status will be one to monitor over the weekend into next week.
The Dodgers activated Tanner Scott from the IL on Friday. They are also expected to activate Kirby Yates on Saturday.
Felix Bautista underwent surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff earlier this week. He is officially out for the season.
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