Carl Edwards Jr.

Carl Edwards Jr. pitched 1 1/3 innnings, allowing one hit, one walk, and tallying three strikeouts to earn his first save of the season in a win over the Cubs Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Edwards Jr. has been one of the more steady arms out of the Nats’ bullpen this season. The 30-year-old has a 3.35 ERA, .197 OBA, and a 1.95 K/BB ratio in 35 appearances this season.

The Washington Nationals signed Edwards Jr to a Minor League deal on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Edwards has only pitched 27 Major League innings since 2018 and they have not been great. Edwards bounced around three organizations last year and was solid in the Minors. He should be in Major League camp when the lockout ends and provide depth and experience to the Nationals bullpen.

RP Carl Edwards Jr. and the Atlanta Braves have come to an agreement on a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Edwards Jr. spent spring training with the Braves, where he posted a 1.08 ERA and a 1.56 WHIP over 8.1 innings pitched. Edwards Jr. ultimately decided to exercise his opt-out prior to the start of the 2021 season, but will return to the Braves on a minor league deal. Edwards Jr. will look to earn a spot in a talented Braves bullpen as the season progresses.

Mariners RHP Carl Edwards Jr. has elected to become a free agent.

Fantasy Impact

Edwards was sent outright to Triple-A but will instead look to sign with a different organization this offseason. He dealt with injuries this year and pitched just 4 2/3 innings. He could serve in middle relief for a club come 2021.

The Mariners transferred Carl Edwards Jr. to the 45-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Edwards was diagnosed with a flexor mass strain in his right elbow. The move to the 45-day injured list indicates that his season is most likely over. Edwards owns a 1.93 ERA, 0.64 WHIP and six strikeouts across four 2/3 innings in 2020.