Matt Brash

Matt Brash struck out one batter and recorded a save in a perfect inning of work during Sunday's victory over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Brash earned a save yesterday with a perfect ninth inning, getting the call with Andres Munoz having a day off. He will continue to serve as the primary setup man and fill in as closer when needed. As of yesterday’s performance, Brash boasts a 1.16 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and three saves in 35 appearances this season.

Matt Brash struck out three batters in a perfect inning to secure the save in Friday's win over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s victory, Brash boasts a 1.20 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 2 saves across 34 appearances this season. He now has 34 strikeouts in 30 innings of work for the Mariners.

Matt Brash pitched a clean ninth inning to earn the save on Tuesday against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Andres Munoz pitched a clean eighth inning in a 5-5 game before the Mariners took a 6-5 lead in the top of the ninth inning. Brash got the save chance as a result. He hasn't allowed a run in 14 1/3 innings since coming off the injured list.

The Seattle Mariners reinstated Matt Brash from the 15-day IL on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Brash struggled during his rehab assignment, posting an 8.44 ERA and 2.06 WHIP over six appearances. As Brash eases back into big league action, expect Gabe Speier and Collin Snider to handle most of the hold opportunities, with Brash likely starting out in a middle relief role. In a corresponding move, Troy Taylor was optioned to Triple-A Tacoma.

Matt Brash has pitched twice in three days during his rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma this week, suggesting he's close to being activated from the IL.

Fantasy Impact

The Mariners are closely monitoring how Brash responds after pitching on two of the last three days, as he continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery. His recent activity suggests he's nearing a return to Seattle's bullpen.