Jimmy Herget

Jimmy Herget pitched a perfect bottom of the tenth inning on Wednesday to preserve a 2-1 Rockies' victory in Toronto against the Blue Jays. It was Herget's first save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Incumbent closer Victor Vodnik pitched around a hit in a scoreless eighth inning, so Herget was called upon to shut down the Blue Jays in the tenth. Herget slammed the door on a popout, groundout, and a lineout for his first save since the 2022 season. Vodnik blew his first save opportunity on Sunday, so this may be a situation to watch if you are chasing saves. While there may not be a ton of opportunities in Colorado, Herget has thrown his name into the ring as he has now pitched three scoreless innings in three appearances to begin the season.

JImmy Herget and the Colorado Rockies avoided arbitration as the two sides agreed to a $1.55 million contract for 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Herget enjoyed his best season at the big league level in 2025 when he pitched to a 2.48 ERA with 81 strikeouts in 83.1 innings with Colorado. The righthander has pitched with five different teams in parts of seven seasons and has a 3.17 career ERA in 238.1 innings. Herget has had trouble finding a home, but he appears to have one with the Rockies. The veteran is rumored to possibly convert to a starter in 2026, so his spring will be one to watch in Colorado.

The Rockies have claimed Jimmy Herget off waivers from the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Herget will now head to the Rockies to compete for a spot in their bullpen in 2025. He posted a 4.38 ERA and a 1.30 WHIP in eight games last season.

The Brewers optioned Jimmy Herget to Triple-A Nashville.

Fantasy Impact

Herget gets sent down with Nick Mears activated from the injured list.

The Braves have optioned Jimmy Herget to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Herget will head back to the minor leagues after appearing two times for the Braves over the last week. Reynaldo Lopez was activated from the IL to take his spot on the roster.