Andres Munoz

Seattle Mariners reliever Andres Munoz threw a live batting practice session Monday and could soon pitch in a Cactus League game.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz underwent right foot surgery in October but all signs point toward a healthy return for Opening Day. The right-hander is the most important piece of the Mariners' bullpen as he turned in a stout 2.49 ERA and 32.7% K-BB% across 64 appearances in the 2022 season. While he'll be in the mix for saves in 2023, Munoz will likely be deployed in the most high-leverage situations regardless of inning. He'll be an elite asset in leagues that count both saves and holds for 2023.

Seattle Mariners reliever Andres Munoz is progressing toward throwing off a mound following foot surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz underwent the procedure on Oct. 27 and is said to be two weeks removed from a walking boot and beginning a throwing program. That said, he should be ready for Opening Day barring a setback. The 24-year-old could be in line for plenty of save opportunities on the heels of a 2.49 ERA and 38.7% K% from last season and would be a significantly valuable fantasy asset if that's the case.

Andres Munoz earned the save Saturday against the Royals, working around one hit to toss a scoreless inning.

Fantasy Impact

Drew Water picked up a one out single off Munoz, but he was otherwise able to secure the Mariners 6-5 lead and earn his fourth save on the season.

Andres Munoz took the loss Saturday against the Guardians, allowing three runs on two hits across one inning to go along with one walk.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz entered the eighth inning against the top of the lineup for Cleveland with the Mariners leading 3-1. It looked like he struck out Steven Kwan looking at the bottom of the zone but did not get the call and Kwan ended up walking. It all went downhill after that starting with an Amed Rosario single and Jose Ramirez double. They both went on to score along with Kwan to give Cleveland the lead. Munoz was been arguably the Mariners best reliever all season, so he should be able to bounce back next time out.

Andres Munoz earned the save Thursday against the Guardians, striking out three across 1.1 perfect innings.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz took the mound with two on and two outs, striking out Jose Ramirez to escape the jam. He later retired Cleveland in order in the ninth inning to secure the Mariners 3-1 win and his third save on the season.