Anthony Bender

Anthony Bender allowed two earned runs on one hit and three walks while striking out two hitters to record his first save of the season in Sunday’s 7-6 victory over the New York Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

Bender opened the ninth inning strong by getting Aaron Judge to ground out, but he then issued back-to-back walks and surrendered a two-out double to Jazz Chisholm Jr. that cut the deficit to one run. However, Bender bounced back by striking out J.C. Escarra to secure the win. He received the save opportunity with Pete Fairbanks serving as the opener on Sunday, so he could leave early to join his wife for the birth of their fourth child. Given how Sunday’s outing unfolded, Tyler Phillips and Calvin Faucher could be in line for save chances while Fairbanks is away.

Bender has been slowed early in Marlins camp by a shin issue. He threw a live batting practice session Tuesday, sitting 95-96 mph with his fastball.

Fantasy Impact

Bender did not appear compromised during Tuesday's session. The live BP marked a step forward after the shin problem delayed his camp start.

Anthony Bender has avoided arbitration with the Miami Marlins and will make $2.81 million in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Bender was a solid arm in the Marlins' bullpen last season, pitching to a 2.16 ERA in 51 games. The righthander has pitched four seasons in Miami and has a career ERA of 3.04 in 183.2 innings. Bender will serve as a middle reliever, and could get an occasional save opportunity, in 2026.

The Marlins transferred RHP Anthony Bender from the 15-day to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Bender is officially out for the season. The move opens a roster spot for Miami.

The Marlins have placed right-hander Anthony Bender on the 15-day injured list with a right tibial stress reaction.

Fantasy Impact

Bender locked down his fourth save of the season on Sunday against the Red Sox, but he is done closing games for the time being. The 30-year-old owns a tidy 2.16 ERA through 51 appearances this season.